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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1930
Page
5
A reflective piece notes the difficulty of applying the same moral yardstick to ourselves as we use for others. It cites a quotation about how terms shift with perspective, urging readers to imagine themselves in the other’s position and strive for fair judgment in character and motives.
Investigators spark a widespread public unease as Senate probes are described as sensational and biased. Witnesses face pressure and humiliation in inquests while taxpayers shoulder costly expense bills, with critics arguing motives are political and self serving rather than serving the public good.
Postmaster General Brown orders rural mail boxes be plain and white and forbids finial designs or figures. An amendment requires neat wood metal or concrete boxes. Farmers erect boxes and mail carriers enforce rules. The Vernon school had recently put up an Uncle Sam box before the ruling with no stated reason.
A report to the Dairy Extension Service by Garhard Mayer notes that cows in Black Hawk County dairies milking three times daily showed an average milk yield increase of 18.5 percent compared to two daily milkings. The finding cites improved breeding, feeding, and proper milking frequency as key to higher production and profitability, while warning against overtaxing high producing cows. A historic aside mentions the first merchant advertisement in American newspapers dated August 21, 1704, noting a listing for warehouse goods and a caravan of merchandise in a Newark-like inn.
One hundred members attended the Repwick Men's Club January gathering held last Monday night to hear a talk by Mrs S H Webster of Algoan state chairman of Rehabilitation for disabled veterans. A potluck supper preceded musical selections by a mixed quartet and piano. The speaker discussed care for disabled veterans and the work of the American Legion and Auxiliary. The event also included light social commentary and reminiscences on thrift and savings.
A humorous look at famed thinkers and artists revealing odd fears and quirks. Napoleon feared cats and Peter the Great dreaded bridges while Luther fancied demonic visits. Johnson Beethoven and Linnaeus pondered death, Richelieu rode billiard tables as a horse, and others displayed unusual habits.
A distorted OCR fragment discusses motorist confusion after a collision, mentioning insurance and a hit person. The legible portion implies questions of responsibility and coverage, with unclear references to a party named Hilton and an insurer. Further context is missing to confirm entities or outcomes.
The piece derides tariff contention as political theater with heroes and villains. It calls for a fair tariff aimed at protecting workers and farmers and treating foreign producers justly, warning that the real producers suffer while politicians barter.
A Lawhatans woman fired at Amana in what authorities describe as a serious offense. Investigators clarified Amana was not her husband, expanding questions about motive and relationship. Local police and prosecutors have opened a case with potential charges forthcoming.
Local heavyweight wrestler rank French has had many engagements of late and has been received enthusiastically by fans. This week he wrestles at Dows Tuesday Britt Wednesday Kve Thursday at home with Eddie Petroff and Des Moines Friday. Last week he wrestled at Belmond Fort Dodge and Garner. Fans demand return matches, showing strong support.
A Chin man who had been deaf for eighteen years experiences a remarkable recovery in a public talkie. The incident draws attention to medical hopes and local health folklore as onlookers witness the moment of apparent healing.
After initial hurdles Uf Mr Edigon achieves progress with goldenrad tires. The product is praised for potential relief amid hay fever, suggesting practical benefits and growing acceptance despite earlier challenges.
The remark notes that while large nations often raise spending and lower taxes together, the United States claims the capacity to do so. It highlights fiscal contrasts and implies a critique or observation about U S policy potential.
A phrase Daing an Kaison't is described as the new equivalent of feeling intoxicated or heavily energized. The expression signals a cultural shift in slang usage among speakers discussing mood and behavior.
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