Wesley Adams obituary and family Notices
Wesley Minor Adams was born March 8 1854 near Indianapolis Indiana and died May 18 1918 at his home southwest of Pella Iowa He moved to Marion county Iowa as a child and lived there most of his life He married Josephine Dowling October 10 1886 and they had fourteen children twelve living Now living are Guy Lettie John near Kirkville Pearl and Clifford in training at Camp Cody The remainder reside with their mother on the Coal Ridge farm He was a Baptist and member of Coal Ridge Baptist church The funeral was held May 19 at Coal Ridge Church conducted by Rev M L Everett He leaves two brothers Henry Clay Needles CA and John Q Marion county and two sisters Mrs M L Reynolds and Mrs M L Everett Card of Thanks from Mrs W M Adams and children for support after bereavement
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We Should Eat More Corn War Versus Wheat
The article argues for prioritizing cornmeal over wheat to win against famine. It notes US corn production at 8.19 billion bushels and wheat at 655.8 million, far outpacing wheat, yet tables show wheat appears far more abundant in diets. It praises domestic mills and cooks while criticizing Europe’s handling of corn and wheat.
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Meat producing animals per 100 acres comparison
The federal food administration notes that other countries utilize land more efficiently for meat production. It contrasts those practices with the United States, highlighting a lower number of meat-producing animals per 100 acres on U.S. farms.
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United States
Federal Food Administration
Duty and Beauty Advice From a Western Beauty Expert
A Providence Journal clipping notes a Western beauty expert recommends dipping fingers in strong alum water to harden them then applying vaseline overnight and washing in soap suds before polishing with talcum powder. The idea blends duty with grooming and suggests using dish soap suds for scrubbing.
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Providence Journal
Pella Eighth Graders Fall to Monroe Juniors in Pasture Game
The Eighth grade team from Pella faced Monroe Juniors on rough pasture ground. A tight contest ended after eleven innings with Monroe edging Pella 11 to 10. Pella players listed include Gezel Butts VerHuel Ramsey De Haa Vander Waal Mitten Muilenburg Keuning and Den Hartog. Monroe plans to visit Pella next week.
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The Appropriate War Time Spirit
An editorial urges strong patriotism during the Third Liberty Loan drive. It cites widespread subscriptions, U S troops in France, and national sacrifice, encouraging cheerful resolve, support for the Red Cross, and confidence in victory while urging readers to do their part. Vander Linden Drug Store.
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Modesty and the illusion of success in youth wisdom
A brief quotation from Youth's Companion on how modesty can imitate familiarity with success. It cautions that boasting may create an illusion of achievement, implying restraint remains a mark of true progress.
Hoe Your Own Row In The Big Place
Advice urges personal effort and self reliance, warning that indifference and lack of talent end careers. It notes influential friends may help, but only self development sustains a position in a competitive environment. The message stresses timely self improvement for those seeking prominence.
Just for Fun Prank Dialogue From The Tatler
A cryptic exchange begins with Pat joking about an odd insurance order and ends with a captain hiring a private as a trial clerk. The private reveals he was a professor of mathematics at the State College, adding irony to the Military setting.
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Bank Statement Certification by H P Scholte May 17 1918
State of Iowa Marion County bank statement sworn by H P Scholte cashier. Notary John H Stubenrauch attests to the accuracy of the figures as of May 17 1918. The document lists cash balances and totals in various columns including 2 804 69 11 608 87 50 000 00 6 115 00 with a net balance of 360 240 30 and a final total of 710 175 68.
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