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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1929
Page
6
A gathering of English professors in Kinass City discussed how newspapers influence readers through concise headlines. Dr Hopking argued against sensational phrasing, noting language evolves regardless of any stance and urging educators to confront the trend.
Deputy Shere arrested L. Bommel known as Pete at LuVerne on a warrant for giving a bad check. The incident involved a poker game alleged payment with a magnesia bottle and a half pint of whiskey. Bommel was taken to Algona, bound over to the grand jury, with bond set at $2,000 and later posted.
Vernon Consolidated School installed a hand carved Uncle Sam mail box, painted and lifelike, with outstretched arms to greet visitors. The Senior Class last year donated the box, which locals find striking as they pass the Vernon district.
The text argues that safety must be integral to schooling and business, citing safety education as reducing accidents and saving lives. It notes that many schools have adopted safety curricula, with substantial benefits beyond life savings and a goal to cut the 20,000 annual child accident deaths by widespread safety instruction.
A historical note on modernizing the food industry through production and distribution advances. It asserts that major organizations aim to mass produce non competitive products to lower prices and improve quality, aligning food with other evolving sectors like autos and transportation.
Lawrence Jaqua died Friday noon after a ten day illness at Humboldt. She was the daughter of Tom Byrne county treasurer and is survived by her husband and a young daughter. The funeral was held Tuesday in St Marys church Humboldt. Mrs Jaqua was associate publisher with her husband in the Humboldt Republican and Independent. The Jaquas hosted editors and families from Humboldt county, and the local press mourns her loss.
A bizarre contrast tale notes John Thorburn, ex-president of Urbana Banking Co, lifting a hundred thousand from its coffers while Coy Leach steals fifteen chickens. The looter faces one to ten years, the chicken thief one year to life. Two train-bound prisoners head to the same prison. The piece also mocks the British South Pole claim amid frozen assets.
President Angell of Yale says the boy who is determined to go the devil will likely accomplish his purpose, expressing strong confidence in ambitious youth and the pull of decisive intent.
The Benedictine monks, from St Benedict's Rome era, saved priceless books during stormy Middle Ages. They safeguarded works by Jerome, Augustine, Ambrose, and Gratian, plus ancient grammars and laws, ensuring legacy endures despite pirate sacking and decay. Their effort shaped modern knowledge.
The historic bridge began around 1170 and finished in 1200, later earning timber houses that burned repeatedly and a long male stricture marker until the early 1800s. A center bridge housed booksellers near St Thomas of Canterbury and a tower displaying beads. The later London Bridge started in 1534 and finished in 1531 with arches spanning 023 feet long, 63 feet wide and 50 feet above the river.
A correspondent cites scripture from Isaiah and related notes to describe daylight saving concepts. The piece links a biblical verse to celestial timing, mentioning ten degrees and the sun's rising and setting shifts as a cultural reference.
A fragment from a historical note cites early dental tools and methods. It mentions silver coated brushes and fibrous or cloth coverings, with references to items described as “little brushes” and “Turkish toothbrush.” The text notes ancient practices, including Queen Elizabeth using a rough cloth wrapped around a stick for dental care.
The article explains Belgium’s two main groups the Flemish in the north and the Walloons in the south. It notes Flemish speakers are similar to Dutch and Walloon residents are largely of Celtic origin with their own dialect. The Belgae name originates from Julius Caesar in the Gallic War.
Archaeologists report shell heaps extending along coastlines from northern Africa to Greenland and Iceland, with finds dated at 23 000 years in Denmark, 20 000 years in Britain, and widespread along Atlantic shores. Evidence also appears on the Chinese coast.
A fragmentary verse reflection on inner fastnesses planted by the divine. It speaks of love as a buried treasure returning to light only when shared with the beloved. The style suggests a devotional mood and emphasizes unseen depths and precious gems revealed through affection.
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