Show People and Driftwood at the Orpheum
The Orpheum features Show People with William Haines and Marion Davies plus stars like Chaplin Hart and Fairbanks in Wrong Again. Saturday screens Driftwood and Winnie Winkle in Winnie’s Birthday. Prices for adults range from 25 to 50 cents with children discounted. The Trial of Mary Dugan and The Orpheum has further shows listed.
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William Haines
Marion Davies
Hollywood
Charly Chaplin
Norma Talgedge
Wiliam S. Hart
Douglass
Banks
South Sea Isle
Winnie Winkle
Winnie
Mary Dugan
Winvedtha
Orpheum
Fragmentary Plainspun Note on Early Settlement Practices
An unclear reminiscence recalls harsh early settler governance and lingering presence of coercive practices. The fragment hints at old laws, supply issues, and continuing regional tensions affecting markets for oats and barley. The Rock Valley Bee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiustird
Revenue Boost from Hunting and Fishing Licenses
The 1927-28 season in Iowa shows strong income from hunting and fishing licenses. New rules require separate licenses for lanterns, asters, and banners, increasing total revenue but raising costs and affecting license issuance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowa
Lantens
Asters
Bhanpers
Iowa City Football Schedule Highlights for 1929
The article notes Big Ten interest in Iowa State University football and highlights key players Mute Sofa and Minvis. It lists home and away games for 1929 with dates around Dad's Day and mentions Minnesota and Indiana as opponents amid schedule juggling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
State University
Miute- Sofa
Minvis
University of Towa
Towa
Cetabey
Minnesota
Dane
Lne
Hino
Indiana
Ene
New Threshers Feeding Program Sparks Local Debate
A community led feeding initiative emerges during the threshing season in Iowa area farms. Farmers and neighbors discuss logistics as workers and families gather for meals after long days in the fields. Some argue the effort reduces hardship while others question sustainability and coverage across distant farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wien
Monticello Banks Report Profits and Setbacks
In Monticello, Jones county with about 2000 residents two banks reveal profits and bold figures. The Monticello State Bank notes undivided profits while Lovell State Bank lists capital at 200000 dollars and surplus around 100000 with debts over a million.
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Montticello
Jones County
Gaunt Tier
Avpo
Heaely
Monticello State Bank
Dlespos
Lovell State Bank
Phoee
Italian family sickened by toadstool dish with a nurse's aid
An Italian family in High Bridge fell ill after a mushroom meal. The mother and six children were affected, but all recovered except the mother who remained ill. Dr. Smith of Granger treated the family using remedies, and the father was among the victims.
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High Bridge
Smth
Granger
Bargains On Baint ay Kooefs and Vander Rok
Readable text shows special bargains on Baint ay Koelufs and Vander Rok goods offering low prices and limited time discounts at local shops. The fragment mentions discount events and promotional sales aimed at shoppers seeking value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baint‘ay—Koelufs & Vander Rok
Old Binder Keeps Long Service Record in Krivetsburg
A 40 year old binder purchased in 1889, operated by C. J. Miller of Tavneey near Krivetsburg, remains in continuous service each harvest. The machine, though dated, works as well as ever though it lacks newer improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Miller
Tavneey
Krivetsburg
Sioux Center News Items Reflect Local Visits and Travel
Local notes show Mrs J Flim of Minnesota visiting the WL Molgteci home and relatives in Wisconsin. Miss Margaret Van Wyck works in Sioux City but spends end at home. Rev R Enthurs led services at the Reformed church. World travel includes Archin Ave Chicago visit by the Beernink family and trips to Rochester and the Lakes.
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Ains
Wisconsin
Aliss Margaret van Wy Vk
Siony City
Hone
B. de Pree
Ae Fiamly
Noland
Dias
Trey
J. Wesslink
Pella
Lowi
Lions Center
Mes
C&w
Weselink
Jette
Dorothy Roelofs
Edgerton
Minn
Mev
U. Ruetors
Lubhers
Archin Ave
Chicago
Jahy
Nentsarden A
Doon and Nearby Families Gather for Visits
Doon and area residents share a weekend of social visits. Joe Greely returns from Doon to Lake Park as friends and relatives called on him. In Hawarden Andrew Klorstad and John Bde Wirds were Canton callers Sunday afternoon.
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Mia
Leunatt Steineheets
Josephine
Imball
Ailey
Lauretta
Tetonville
Ani Hares
Trinkhyws
Rushmore
Ming
Jake Byinkhous
Charlie Kalu
Tehmeari
August Kiein Lefe
Saluz
Boyd
Liscamb
Lowe
Geoesh
J. Tyiukhaws
Jon Greely
Doon
Bee
Lake Park
John
Drier
Sioching Kenedy
Hawarden
Hj Drier home. = Andrew Klorstad and John ‘Bde wirds
Canton
WF. Sovrenson
Leon Bomhodlt
Dora Nagel
Jim Scholten
Fandly
Stony Falls
Jake Scholten
Temporary School Building Auction In Sioux Township
Public auction to sell a temporary school building and related structures in District No 4 Sioux township. Auction scheduled for 3:00 PM on September 3, 1928 with specified terms and local officials overseeing the sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Township
Wil
Enstein
Lehmidt
Seey
Ben W. Maw
Anett
Notice of Dissolution for Baynds Milling Company
Notice is given that a special meeting at Rock Valley on August 17 1924 approved dissolving the Baynds Milling Company. The resolution passed by a majority of outstanding shares authorizes publication notices and dissolution under Article XI of the Articles of Incorporation. Dated Rock Valley August 17 1929. Carmin President and Treas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Valley
Baynds Milling Company, & Corporation
Gald Corporation
Rounds Milling Company
Ang
Much Old Wheat Shipped From Council Bluffs Areas
In recent weeks several hundred cars of old wheat left Council Bluffs to make room for new crop and seize favorable prices. No wheat was sent to Argentina. Seven hundred cars moved from C and NW lines to Manitowog Wisconsin for transfer to Ream steamers on Lake Michigan. Two days ago the North Western railroad removed 1,100 cars of old wheat to various destinations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Blais
Argentine Republic
Manitowog
Wis
Ream
Lake Michigan
Niorth Western Railroad
Radio Not a Musical Instrument Ruling Declared
The Iowa Court of Appeals ruled that a radio set is not a musical instrument and thus exempt from certain execution laws. The majority held against the notion, while a dissent argued the opposite, noting the instrument’s harmony could be heard as a sound artifact.
Northwestern Iowa Banks Struggle After Daylight Bank Robberies
Reports say cash shortages hit banks in Cherokee Orange City and other towns after daylight robberies. Bankers warn local deposits are tight as authorities pursue criminals, while Sioux City aids in arranging funds to meet upcoming demands.
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Iowa
Cherokee
Orange City
Gibnove City
Sioux City
National Guard Camp Dodge Encampment Draws Crowds
Visitors from across Iowa attend Camp Dodge events as the National Guard hosts daily drills, aerial displays, and band concerts under army officers. The encampment showcases military formations and public recreation, with spectators enjoying games and educational facilities including the swimming pool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Camp
Dodge
Orbiutyation
Wohsn
English Sparrows Make Good Eating in Town
Walter Beall of West Union cites authority for eating sparrows as a practical industry option. He suggests a simple method to pluck and prepare the birds, noting that while not all parts are usable, the tender meat makes good pie and food, and locals may be surprised by the quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Beall
West Union
GR. Bhthrd
Veteran Civil War veteran Glenn honored with John Brown cabin relics
A Kansas tribute to Glenn, a civil war veteran, features an illustrated booklet and memorabilia about John Brown. The Osawatomie cabin linked to Brown is shown. the main cabin, partially restored by Samuel Glenn, stands about a mile and a half northwest of Osawomie.
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Towa
John Brown
Lucas
Bootie County
Polsily
Low
Glenn
Kansas
Chicago
Virginia
Mr. Glenn
Osawalome
Samuel Glann
Osewalomie
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Mong Goldwyn Mayer
Dugan
Ned
Sioux Center
J. Flim
Allaod
Minny
Council Bratts
Ftadio
of National Guard Af
Labor Day
BELL
Sheldon
White City
Milwaukee Road
Blanton
Peters
Roelofs & Vander Bok
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