Third Installment of Prezys Letter From Central
A student letter from M J Hoffman describes Central College life and recent events. He recalls a victory over Penn and Iowa Wesleyan, laments the death of Henry Grootenhuis, reflects on his Albany and Schenectady travels, and praises human kindness over machines. He envisions Central growing with a new building and stronger labs and library.
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Central Ray
Pella
Central
Penn
Tigers
Iowa Wesleyan
Henry Grootenhuis
Sioux County
Academy
Schenectady
Albany
Capitol
America
Ten Kyck
Old
Hudson
Adirondacks
State Bell Telephone Building
Mars
Mynderse
New York
Mr. Sanford
Micaela
Queena Maria
Carmen
Europe
Florence Easton
M. J. Hoffman
Absurd Idea Echoes From Vague Satirical Statement
A fragmentary line quoting Brydges critiques a world that shuns enthusiasm and mocks virtue. The text hints at corruption and cynicism, noting a belief that high qualities are likely delusion, reflecting a skeptical mood toward public virtue.
Affections Rank Highest in Life and Existence
Henry Cotman reflects on affections as the highest guide to life, contrasting them with worldly shifts and consolations. He emphasizes love as the essence and motive power of human existence, suggesting affection surpasses all other faculties in steering the heart.
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Tenuven
Henry Cotman
Deed la Like the Thought
A brief note on thinking big guiding actions, urging ambitious thoughts to spark substantial deeds and outcomes. The message links mindset to results, emphasizing imagination and resolve as catalysts for progress.
School Tablets 2 for 5 at Vander Linden's Bazaar
Several gross of clean new school tablets are offered at a special price of two for five cents. The retailer Vander Linden's Bazaar promotes a bulk sale with a tight value proposition for classrooms and individual buyers.
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Vander Linden
BAZAR
Ladies Royal Tailored Suits Ad Offerings
An advertisement by M. Vander Linden promotes Ladies Royal Tailored Suits in styles and fits that stand out. It highlights 400 kinds priced from 20 to 55 dollars, emphasizing workmanship and quality.
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M. Vander Linden
Royal Tailoring Ad Highlights Fit For Royalty
An advertisement promotes Royal Tailoring offering numerous fabrics and styles. It touts 300 kinds with prices from 20.00 to 57.00 and emphasizes quality and fit across the line.
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Royal Tailoring
M. Vander Linden
Simpson College Wins In Forensics
The Iowa Collegiate Forensic Association contests drew colleges to the area with Bartlett of Simpson leading in the final oratory. Corrine De Bruin of Central and Connie De Bruin faced early elimination, while Walter Dillon of Simpson claimed first place and a chance to represent Iowa in the interstate event in Indianola. The event concluded with a reception for delegates and participants at the Girls Dormitory dining room.
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Iowa Collegiate Forensic Association
College Chapel
Second Reformed Church
Aber Klaaren
Central
Corrine A. de Bruin
America
Leonard Wierson
Luther College
R. Farrand
Upper Iowa
Andrew Hamilton
Ellsworth
H. N. Cannon
Morningside
Hartley
Nick Gosselink
John Haughey
Benna Vista
Walter E. Dillon
Simpson
MeMremace
Everett Sabin
Penn
Don Lewis
Parsons
van der Ploeg
Supt
Frush
Hankamp
Association
Haakinson
Bruins
Barnes
Cedar Falls
H. R. Hartley
Ladies Glee Club
Oskaloosa
Horatio N. Cannon
Dillon
Iowa
Indianola
Hubert Utterback
Des Moines
Attorney Hammer
Newton
Prof
Pella
Central College
Connie de Bruin
Cornie
Gifts for Children in Rural Communities
A USDA report urges gifting purebred livestock to rural children as part of the Better Sives Better Stock program. It argues home influence boosts breeding, with examples of animals given as gifts leading to profitable herds and family prosperity through responsible handling and long term satisfaction.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Manure Storage Dilemmas Ahead of Farmers
A historical note discusses options for storing manure during field separation periods. It weighs concrete pits against overhead shelters or sheds, focusing on leaching loss, heating of the pile, and ease of removal. The text argues both pits and shelters can prevent leaching, while heating is managed by moisture control. It concludes storage choice depends on handling convenience and farmer preference.
Loyde Hillyer Sends Greetings From Central Bay
Montrose Colorado February 27 1923 letter from Loyde Hillyer to Advansoniana detailing early growth of Advansa society and gratitude for Central College education in Pella Iowa. Describes Montrose Hillyer Conservatory of Music with three schools Grand Junction Delta Montrose and his charge at Montrose. Mentions choir of twenty eight at Methodist church electric organ church scenery mountains climate sun shine and praise for Colorado.
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Central
Advansonia
The
Advance Society
Lad
Connie de Bruin
Advance
Advansonians
Grand Old Society
Hillyer Conservatory of Music
Grand Junction
Delta
Montrose
Central Conservatory of Music
Sadler
Germany
France
England
Massachuetts
Iowa
Colorado
Prepare Land for Alfalfa Seeding on Worn Land
The article advises two years before seeding alfalfa on thin land, using green manuring, deep plowing, and thorough cultivation. It recommends liming when necessary and applying manure and phosphate fertilizer when possible to improve soil for alfalfa.
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Prexy
Hoffman
Brydges
Simpson College
Cannon
Sabin
McCracken
League of Nations
Permanent Court of International Justice
Vern Conover
Penn College
Mr. Randall
Edwin Haakinson
Conover
Randall
Loyde Hillyer
Nice
Advansonian
Central Bay
Colo
Dear Advansoniana
Popular Mechanics
Popular Mechanics Company
Ontario Street
Chicago
Ili
Popular Afechanica
Oreas
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