Ben Johnson and the art of a good conversationalist
A reminiscence on Mr Blank and Ben Johnson highlights the dangers of overtalkers. The piece cites Dr Frank Crane's thirty requisites for a good conversationalist, stressing listening, interest in others, and effacing self. It condemns egotism and praises the courteous exchange in Philip Haakon county.
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Ben Johnson
Johnson
Mr. Blank
Mr. Blanks
Ben
Frank Crane
Haakon County
German Bonds in Demand by American Investors
The demand for German internal bonds is about 1,000,000 dollars daily, with Americans buying roughly 60 to 70 million marks worth of bonds to speculate or invest. Importations of German goods are also higher than a month ago, boosting the need for marks.
If you are picking the next president and ing him
A brief judgment warns against rushing to pick the next president as a long shot candidate. The remark echoes caution from a satirical voice, suggesting restraint and skepticism in evaluating early frontrunners.
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Mr. Punch
Price Drops Like Thaw Signals Slow Change
The estimate warns that prices should fall gradually to avoid a sudden flood. If declines occur too fast, a deluge could overwhelm markets and require staged releases. Authorities advise measured adjustments and careful monitoring of demand.
Tragic Drowning Claims Akron Area Farmer Son
Mr and Mrs Wm Martsfeld of Ottumwa report the death of their son John in a recent accident near Akron Town. On a Brule creek bridge, a wagon drawn by four horses toppled into the swift icy water. Del Harline survived. Martsfeld vanished beneath the flood, his horse and one wagon animal drowned. Andrew Jurgenson, serving for the family, reports the Akron area farm man was industrious and wellesteemed with a wife and three children.
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Wm. Martsfeld
Ottumwa
John
Akron
Akron Register Tribune
John Martsfeld
Brule Creek
del. Harline
Amundson Farm
Here
Mr. Martsfeld
Martsfeld
Harkness
Martsfe
George Farrin
Mr.Martsfeld
East of Town Sister Remains in Our Hearts
Passage from a death notice reflects on a sister living east of town and mentions her parents in Ottumwa South Dakota. Friends gather in mourning as family members pay tribute to the sadly bereaved relatives.
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Ottumwa, S. D
French resentment over Wilson letter on France study
Paris dispatches report deep French resentment at President Wilson's remark that France is militaristic. French press says the criticism may hinder US influence on policy but will not break Franco American friendship. Critics call the remark an unwarranted internal meddling and argue France's stance is defensive, not aggressive. Hiram Johnson carried Pierre.
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Wilson
Hitchcock
League
Paris
France
America
Germany
United States
League of Nations
Drift Toward City Centers Prompts Rural Benefits
The drift of population moves to large centers, leaving farms and small towns behind. Education and city opportunities push families to urban life, while advocates urge cultivating home gardens to cut costs, improve living standards, and supply fresh produce. A Philip family proves a 60 foot square plot can feed a four-person household seasonally.
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Ture
Philip
Meeting Old H. C. L. Shortage of Goods and Law of Demand
A fragmented note discusses H. C. L. and the great cause being shortage of goods. It suggests eventual return to the law of demand, with hints of contemplation on supply constraints and market pressures.
Tractor Advances Spark Controversial Design Debate
A fragmented report discusses tractor features and efficiency with references to fuel usage and costs. It mentions advanced design elements and comparisons to competing models, noting lighter construction and promising performance. The text labels unnamed figures and dates, suggesting a summary of technical notes rather than a full article.
Haakon County Calls All to Support War Effort
In a rallying notice the article urges every man and woman in Haakon county to do their part for national stability. It emphasizes unity and collective duty, warning not to mistake alarm sounds for actual danger while praising the sound ship and faithful crew.
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America
Haskon County
Haakon Oe
Alpe
Jens Nak
Ship of St of States
Post office meeting approves new scheme
A letter from two EB doctors is discussed at the post office committee meeting. The post and Scupins are cited in relation to organisational aims and to the excaacom mii plans.
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Post
Ube Post
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