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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1930
Page
6
A fragmented report notes Chinese leaders clash over education policy aimed at reforming schooling from elementary to middle grades and addressing folk beliefs. It highlights calls to reduce superstition, promote scientific thinking, and revive traditional folktales within a modern framework, amid limited public support.
A fragmented account describes the gyroscope’s invention and its principle of preserving a constant rotation independent of Earth's movement. It mentions Mo Faneantt and Dr My Auschutz Kampte, noting devices that reflect rotational behavior and a warrior’s compass concept.
The text discusses reviving ancient perfume traditions and their cultural impact. It mentions performers adopting contemporary styles, the pursuit of authenticity, and the spiritual and sensory aspects tied to scent. It frames fragrance as a marker of exclusiveness and ritual significance within modern life.
Fragmentary notes warn against surrendering to despair. The text urges mastering discouragements, seeking unity, and honoring persistence over defeat, with scattered phrases about night, effort, and perseverance.
The Ye Olle Grifte Hotel in March Cambridgeshire is described as one of Europe's oldest inns dating back to around the year 1000. Noted for its paneling ironwork and tudan teak ceilings the landmark has hosted many distinguished visitors and remains a subject of multiple articles in presses including the Delroit News and Chesterton.
The readable fragments discuss origins of the word abracadabra from Abrasens and its use in fevers and inflammation. It mentions Serenus and the Secomt institute, a physician imperial context, and a ritual inversion tied to a cross and stream. The text is garbled but centers on ancient medical rituals and language.
An excerpt from Pathtlnter Magazine portrays a troubled tale about a woman working among Chinese communities and children. The fragment hints at harsh conditions, social tension, and personal struggle, mentioning a daughter named Totus Lily and a scene where a dozen children are involved.
Amesbury Massachusetts served as a key shipbuilding town in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Polly survived and the tripate Alinco was commanded by John Paul Jones in an early engagement. The article notes a memorable sea duel involving Hon Homme Teharl and de Scrapts.
The piece argues for campaign finance reform by setting a maximum expenditure for candidates. It calculates costs in New York, Iowa, and Pennsylvania, showing how reaching voters with literature would require hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars, even before travel and ads. It concludes that poor campaigns lack access without rich supporters.
Aviation engineers foresee speeds of 1000 miles per hour enabling non stop global flights. Relative sun movement would create day and night anomalies for westbound and eastbound travel. A plane could seem to chase or outpace the sun, making timekeeping on board unreliable.
The note discusses Henry Ward moving tractor production to Ireland paying half Detroit wages and GM allying with German manufacturers with lower U.S. wage costs. It links these moves to optimism for tariff relaxation, cites New York publishers cutting novel prices, and warns that pending loans still fetch inflated values. If lawmakers stopped fearing imminent war, the risk might lessen.
Flag Day on June 14 marks the 153rd anniversary of the flag’s adoption by Congress. The 1777 resolution created 13 red and white stripes with a blue field of 13 stars, later expanded to 15, then 13 stripes kept while stars added for each state. The Hassle around Betsy Ross remains debated and since 1896 the day has grown into a patriotic observance with exercises.
The Algona district picnic will be held at the fair grounds in Algona on Tuesday June 17. Sponsored by the Men's Brotherhood, it features music speeches parade exhibits sports and a large picnic dinner. The event will include a band male quartets and the Cotton Blossom Singers from Piney Woods School Mississippi.
The Rev and Mrs J J Share of Humboldt welcomed friends at dinner as their daughter Winnefred Share announced plans to marry Odes Hilton of Sioux City. The couple set June 26 for the wedding. Misa Share taught in Renwick schools this past year.
Mrs Ed Oxtey sustained serious bruises after her automobile stalled on a railroad track near the elevated AL Sullivan last Thursday noon and was struck by a northbound freight train. The train carried her to Britt where she remained under a surgeon's care today.
Invitations announce the marriage of Miss Carolyn Merkte to Mr Walter Hefti on June 1 at the parents home Mr and Mrs Geo Merkte in Renwick. The couple plan to reside in Renwick after their wedding.
St Pauls Lutheran Church announces the confirmation of their caluchumens after six months of instruction. The rite includes the Sacrament of the Altar for the first time. Services Sunday include Sunday School at 6 a m confessional at 10 20 a m and regular service with confirmation and communion at 11 a m. Luther League devotional at 8 o'clock features Myrtle Block on the Augsburg Confession. catechetical class public examination Friday at 8 30 leelock open to all. Choir practice Thursday evening.
Church announcements list worship times and Sunday School details for Evangelical Church J. Ugeblen and ELC 1 Tp, with midweek service at Mrs. Anna Schnieder’s home, junior and ladies groups meeting monthly, chair practice weekly, and a note about activities. Additional items mention Mrs. McCormick selling a bull for 3000 dollars and political observations on Alabama and the national scene.
First Baptist Church observes Children’s Day on Sunday with a morning program including Sunday School at 10 am baptism service at 11:15 am and a Young People’s service in the afternoon followed by evening worship at 7 pm A weekly Thursday prayer meeting invites all to join and the church extends a Friendly Hand to visitors.
The M E Church notes announce Children’s Day with a merged Sunday School and church service at 10:30 AM. A baptismal service and membership reception will be held for those joining. An evening service follows. Next Tuesday, June 17, the great Methodist picnic at Algona fair grounds is planned with an unusual program and large crowd expected.
Chicago police chased a five hour search for seven year old Johnny Loring who was believed abducted. He was found sleeping under a bed where he had hidden during a game of hide and seek.
A proverb-like note reflects on a frugal father whose son squanders money on wet nights, illustrating a payback of thrift versus imprudent spending. The line contrasts careful saving with reckless use of funds during adverse weather.
A fragmented passage notes Senators investigating whether campaign literature was funded by government funds while questioning candidates who paid for travel. The text reflects political scrutiny and debate over campaign financing and taxpayer costs.
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