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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1916
Page
5
A reflection on youth views and the older generation. Randolph Bourne quoted from Atlantic argues that youths resist rigid duties and loyalties. They seek freedom from dry channels of obligation and emotion, spurring rebellion and new thinking.
The article explains four tonnage methods for ships. It defines displacement tonnage as the water weight equal to the ship’s load. Tonnage measurements include gross, net, and deadweight tonnage, detailing interior capacity and cargo safety limits.
In a brief exchange Dobson asks for an old saw he can use without worry of damage. Gadsworth offers a different maxim he lives by, echoing the familiar line Neither a borrower nor a lender be. The dialogue highlights prudent financial conduct through a witty Victorian style exchange.
A quoted exchange critiques human overreach through a metaphor of the American eagle. The speaker contrasts the bird as a national symbol with its own modest, precarious pursuit of survival, offering a biting, concise meditation on ambition and purpose.
A Brooklyn Eagle quip frames a playful exchange about a father. The line asks Johnny if his father is an optimist or pessimist, and replies he is neither but a chiropractor. The dialogue echoes lighthearted humor in a local paper snippet.
A fragment shows dialogue about mosquitoes on a front porch and a graphophone. One speaker asks if the lecturer will give cheap talk, and another quips about dollar seals. The tone hints at a humorous or domestic scene with old time technology and prices.
A playful back and forth shows Peach fearing a sunlit exposure and Blackberry doubting Jez, framing a humorous dialogue about restraint and mischief. The exchange hints at persona traits and light social friction in a whimsical vignette.
Locals including Joe Franks Abner Thompson and Al Engleby visited Migona Algona Eagle Grove and Bale Grove with Friday and Sunday trips noted. Mrs S B Hefty Anna Doris Packard and George Whycott visited relatives. Story City Band performs at Luchsinger Hall. George E Jeffers sold 160 acres near Rock Rapids for 50000 at 312 per acre, hub Randolf buyer.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death of our little sister. Gratitude for floral offerings and support from Mr. and Mrs. Fred Gugger and children.
Auctioneer notice for a January 26, 1916 sale at the Koons farm listing sixteen head of horses and cattle, farm machinery, wagons, implements, household goods, and corn and hay. Terms require cash under ten, monthly notes up to 1912, 8 percent interest on approved notes. no removal before settlement. Lunch provided. Proprietors Mains & Sons. Auctioneers Cole West and Miller. Packard, Goettech, and Vere for Goettech sale arrangements.
A patchwork of short items reports social visits and travel, band concert plans, political notes, business changes, and a quirky World War I era anecdote. Henry Pred Hefty travels to Algona, Goetzchs’ mother ill prompts Keystone trip, Anna Engleby eyes Livermore mill shop, ice crew led by Rasmussed and Kelling progresses, band concert at Luchsinger Hall, A M Davenport seeks county sheriff reelection, Anliker brothers buy James hardware stock at Hardy, English recruit lies noted, Gotch signs circus contract, and a dove from Henry Ford era adventure found in a car in Nevada.
Margaret E. Preble declares candidacy for Humboldt County Recorder on the Republican ticket in 1916. She appeals to voters for consideration and support and signs from Humboldt, Iowa.
A. M. Davenport announces candidacy as a Republican for reelection as Humboldt County Sheriff Iowa subject to June 1916 primaries. He appeals to Republican voters to support his bid for another term.
The notice reports Harley Gardner back at his post of duty. It mentions a Chicken Pie Supper on Saturday from 5:30 to 7:00. Miss Francis Walkner came from Eagle Grove Saturday morning. Mr. Art Collins was home over Sunday and left again on Tuesday to resume work.
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