Blessings and Immigrant Hope Stir A Nation
A Bulgarian tale of four exhausted children found drifting at sea prompts reflection on American immigration. The writer laments lost appreciation for prosperity here, warning that elitism and dissatisfaction threaten national resilience while contrasting hardships in the Old World with opportunities in the United States. The piece urges gratitude for the freedoms and riches of America.
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America
Byeged
Bulgaria
Black Sea
Armerica
Canatanga
Dave
Republic
Radio Commission Faces Scrutiny Over Statewide Broadcast Power
A Iowa public eye questions police radio equipment costs and radio broadcasting monopolies. Critics claim RCA affiliates press for a 50 000 watt grant to WOC and WHO, leaving Ames and Town City with 6 000 watts. Citizens urge congress to probe who profits and challenge the monopoly.
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Iowa
Lowe General Assembly
Bida
Nyipear
Radio
RCA
Radio Commission
WOC
Ames
Town City
Congress
Economic awakening boosts taxpayer resolve against high taxes
The period of economic low mood sparks avousea taxpayer action as he joins property-owner groups and confronts burdensome taxation. A tightening phase awakens the public to defend interests, signaling a likely evolutionary shift in the tax system over the next quarter century.
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Avousea
Reality Boards
Rowman Bank Receiver’s Sale Stopped by Farm Melee
Neighbors and friends of Frank Drury halted a bank receiver sale on his farm west of Rowan Wednesday. Sheriff Leonard and Deputy Wilson supervised as the first bid on a cow reached 14 dollars. Lenhart, the bank receiver, faced a mob that chased him from the site and inflicted bruises though not seriously hurt. The sale was postponed and arrests were not yet made.
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Frank Drury
Hia
Rowan
Leonard
Wilson
Lenhac
Liv
Bruins
Lenhart
New Classes Provided For State Corn Show
Iowa announces new corn and small grain classes for the annual state show during Farmers Week in Ames. Premiums cover 10 30 and 50 car samples plus shelled corn pop corn sweet corn and small grains. An oats and barley class requires seed of identical quality. A directory will accompany the premium list and another will follow later. Harvest testing began October 12.
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Ames
Joe L. Robinson
Iowa Corn and Small Grain Growers’ Association
Sre
Hunters Warned To Obey Game Laws In Auto Access
Local authorities announce strict enforcement of game laws for pheasant counties this season. Violation of carrying a loaded gun in an automobile is a serious offense and will not be tolerated. Hunters are reminded to unload weapons before entering vehicles, even for short distances.
Dog Kills Sheep in Pasture Mystery Dog Involved
A dog killed and mangled nine sheep in a pasture last week after noises were heard Wednesday night. Orris Frenel heard one dog but paid little attention. The next morning nine sheep were found dead or severely injured. Eloy had one sheep killed earlier while keeping watch but failed to warn. The dog’s identity remains unknown.
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Ylon
Legion Officers Elected At Local Post Meeting
The American Legion post held its regular meeting at the hall on Thursday evening. New officers were named: Commander John Schipull, Vice Commander Omac Davis, Adjutant Peter Sadler, Sergeant at Arms 3.0 Byyneas, Historian Leo Mimbach, Chaplain John Zimmerman.
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American Legion
John Schipull
Omac Davis
Peter Sadler
Byyneas
Leo Mimbach
John Zimmerman
Costs Money to Violate Game Laws in Town
The report covers Iowa 1931 fish and game law violations with 1 860 in fines and 35 626 60 total costs. Jail time totaled 2 345 days across offenses such as taking short fish fishing without license and shooting ducks. It urges fishermen and hunters to inform themselves about the 1981 rules and penalties.
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Iowa
Advertising Offensive Aims at Soaring Sales in 1931
Standard Oi of Indiana announces a bold plan for the last months of 1931 to run the highest advertising and sales campaign yet. Directors authorize a major offensive with newspaper ads as the main engine and other media to follow. The strategy likens the drive to trench warfare and bombardment to beat low mood and boost business.
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Oi! Company
Indiana
Renwick Fire Company Receives New Fire Truck
Renwick town council recently bought a new fire truck from a St Louis company. The Ford chassis vehicle arrived last Wednesday and is fully equipped with ladders hoses four chemical tanks a search light and a bell. The old apparatus will be kept only for emergencies.
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Renwick
Currency memorials and the secret history of Crawford
A brief note on U S currency recalling George Washington on the dollar and Lincoln on a six dollar bill. It mentions a proposed million dollar bill with William J Crawford, who served as secretary of the treasury for nine years over a century ago, noting that few people know his appearance.
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George Washington
Lincoln
Treasury
William J. Crawford
the Treasury
New Remedy Claims Strong Hookworm Cure
A fragmented notice asserts a new treatment hexylre sorcinal is highly effective against hookworm, described as more powerful than existing remedies and capable of eliminating the parasite in the first round.
Can A Rooster Count Experiments At University Of Chicago Report
A Chicago university test placed corn kernels in a line with every third kernel fixed. A rooster skipped stationary kernels until a moved one was reached, then ate all behind. Viewpoints vary on whether this proves counting ability or mere reaction to setup.
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University of Chicago
First Baptist Church J A Wurley Pastor Service Notes
The First Baptist Church under Pastor J A Wurley invites all to Sunday school for all ages. Morning worship at 11 includes the Pastor’s sermon The Studying Power of the Unseen. Evening worship at 7 30 promises an engaging message. Thursday prayer meeting at 3 30 and choir rehearsal in the evening invite singers.
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Worshy
Evangélical Church Service Schedule and Activities
The Evangélical Church d Isehten lists Sunday School at 9 am and Worship at 9:30 am. Midweek service each Tuesday at 7 pm at Mrs Anna Schneider’s home. Junior ELC meets first and third Sundays at Ulama. Ladies Aid meets first Wednesday and Woman's Missionary Society meets second Wednesday. Choir practice Thursdays at 7:30 pm.
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Anna Schneider
Junior E. LC
Ula
Ladies’ Aid Society
Woman‘s Missionary Society
St Pauls Lutheran Church Activities and Services
St Pauls Lutheran Church lists Pastor Geo M Dirkz and a Sunday School of 1000 a1. Services include German Worship on the last Sunday of each month at 9:00 a.m., Luther League devotional on the first and third Sundays at 7:30 p.m., and Ladies Aid on the first Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
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Luther League
Tadies Aid
McDowell Leads Church Notes Sunday Schedule
George R. McDowell is pastor at the M. E. Church. Sunday School in the morning followed by Morning Worship at 11:15. The note invites regular attendees and visitors alike to worship with them.
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M. EB
George R. McDowell
LDS A.m
New Eugenie hats spark odd birdlike appearances
A playful reflection on disguises and fashion in hats draws tame humor from unusual effects on birds. A Siamese visitor compares American jury practices to verdicts, noting barbarity yet reconsidering after examining cases.
Half Billion Paid on National Debt Recalled
Readers recall the era when newspapers announced periodic milestones in reducing the national debt, noting the landmark moment when another half billion was paid and celebrated in print.
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