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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1920
Page
5
A columnist laments a surge in crime across the country noting widespread thefts from government bullion to sugar, wine, bonds, payrolls, and goods. The piece suggests easy access, abundance of riches, and lax enforcement as factors, with critics blaming societal prosperity and business leaders for the surge.
A Iowa newspaper laments nonmembership in the Iowa Press Association and recounts a Des Moines meeting. It notes a secretary’s snub to Homestead publisher Pierce, urges aspiring city officials, and argues current officials have run a solid administration, hoping for better candidates without lowering standards.
Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Kraft celebrated their twenty fifth wedding anniversary last Friday at their farm home north of Renwick with open house held during the day and night. Hundreds of friends visited, refreshments and games added to the cheerful atmosphere as the couple received warm congratulations.
The Annual Meeting of the Humboldt County Farm Bureau is set for Wednesday afternoon February 18. Officers will be elected to lead the bureau for the coming year. A state federation official may be invited to speak. A work program and policy resolutions will be adopted. The meeting aims to draw a large turnout from outlying townships.
Corwith will rename the old schoolhouse site as the Soldiers Sailors and Marines Memorial. The building will host a public library museum and other gatherings. Five dollar shares will be sold, with unlimited purchases allowed. Corwith, once a dead town, has revived due to public spirited residents honored for two years of efforts including a monument to World War I servicemen.
At six in the morning a reckless individual fired shots and damaged two hotel windows at the La Verne Hotel. A bullet was found in the stairway and police seek the culprit. Widespread shame at such acts, urging capture and pen placement.
M B Richardson has acquired a half stake in Richardson's Hardware, joining Murl who has managed the store for years. A B Richardson retains the other half but will not be active in operations. The firm will operate as M B Richardson & Company with the same standard of service.
Three bush lots of oats and Sey Beans are available for experimental purposes. Farmers wishing to participate should notify the Farm Bureau immediately to apply for the seed.
John Gleason, a beloved La Verne resident, died yesterday after a ten day illness. He succumbed to a relapse from a bad cold that led to pneumonia, ending a life of active local service. Funeral arrangements were not listed.
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