Better Babies and the Search for Normal Offspring
A satirical lament on the “better babies” craze arguing many children today deviate in weight and build. It notes both parents and children vary wildly, urging balanced mothers and fathers to restore perceived normalcy and improve future offspring.
Armistice Day And The Future
A Minneapolis Tribune editorial reflects on Armistice Day 1918 to 1923, noting peace is nominal while war hangover persists. It questions involvement in European politics and protectionism, urging concrete plans and honoring the sacrifices of soldiers who helped secure victory.
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The Bystander By Heck Melodrama on Marriage Law and Bad Times
A rural column rails about a new marriage law causing social chaos and flight from the state. It mocks judges and parries with bawdy butcher and sheep anecdotes while criticizing politicians and the public mood as economic strain grows.
Polk Correspondent Enjoys Warm Welcome in Central City
Thee Blakes return to Washington seat a havvin a good time as Polk 25 in Central City. They are treated well, a fire is kept burning with logs, and the car sits while logs burn all day. He expresses comfort for the first time in a long spell, with locals hoping he stays through winter.
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Wisdom's Nuggets Reflect Tax Debate Across Nation
A collage of editorials and notices discusses Mellon tax plans, reductions in income taxes, tariff effects on farmers, and congressional reception. The items mix political opinions with local society notes on visits, theater, auctions, births, and community events across Polk and surrounding towns.
Teachers Examination to be Held in Polk County Towns
Regular teachers examination set for Saturday December 1 in four Polk County towns. Normal trainers pay fees to city superintendent by the preceding Monday and the superintendent forwards to the county. other applicants mail fees to the county and receive numbers by mail. I D Huston county superintendent and Titman Joy note. Joy traveled to Omaha Saturday to bring back a Ford for Carson Auto Co.
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Blacksmith W B Faeg Moves Shop Seeks Local Work
W B Faeg announces his blacksmith shop has moved one block north and several blocks east of the Court House on the Meridian Highway. He invites old customers and new patrons to visit for plow work and any other blacksmith tasks at reasonable prices.
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Weak Eyes Benefit From Lavoptik Eye Wash
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