Maple scale infestation described in 19th century bulletin
Professor of Zoology and state entomologist discuss the common maple scale Pulvivaria inumerauilis infesting trees. Instructions cover timing for treatment with spray emulsions, winter sulfur-dime mixtures, and notes on the insect’s life cycle from eggs under scales to July batches. Widespread maple tree damage reported across the Middle West in recent years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Valley
Towa
Middle West
Widow's Proposal Ends in Quick Rebuff and Warned Exit
A widower named Hetag tries to woo a practical widow in a tale of blunt misreading. He offers marriage, but the woman stalls with businesslike wit, sets a ten second limit, and dismisses him when he cannot escape the yard. The scene ends with a cautionary note on deceit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hetag
Tluitan
Markel
Marriage Dangers Warn Young Brides To Be Cautious
A fragment warns that a suitor who seems perfect may neglect a wife after marriage. It advises delaying the wedding to avoid later loneliness, noting the man’s busy life and the weariness that comes with daily toil and less conversation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiteau
Pice
Dinu
Jers
John
Tiel
Wedding Advice From The Past On Marriage Age
A fragmented historical note discusses wedding timing and age, advising Beusille girls should not marry too young and others avoided marriage entirely, reflecting period attitudes on matrimony and courtship.
Council Meeting Transcripts of Pialad Session And Bridge Plan
A historical council meeting discussed sidewalk resolutions, appointing a committee to liaise with business leaders, and choosing to build a grid over a jetty rather than a new bridge. The bill for the bridge prompted debate on river current changes, with Dr Waigenga and Mayor Plain authorized to assemble counties and coordinate with merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coucil
Mayer Pienua
Smith
Takeop
Wrustee Corwit
Waigenga
Tires Fron
Vanfer
Carl the Mathor Ies
B.D. Grooles
Wls. Thayer
John Melon
Warren
Aelange
Marshal Waldtoo
Arink
Uwre
Ney
Hetter
Marshal ii
Crop Report Shows Mixed Farm Conditions In Week
The weekly crop report notes a low average temperature near frost levels and excess rainfall in parts. Farmers report progress planting corn and fall grains, with oats and wheat in southern districts advancing. rust damage is limited and overall corn stands are fair, while apples remain late and variable in the south.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alin Wilner
Value of education in Fayette county
Supt HE Adams argues educated men earn far more than uneducated workers. He cites a salaried lifetime of 100 per year for the educated, 1 dollar daily for the unskilled, totaling 40 years. He says education adds about 22,000 in value, requiring 2160 days of 180 day years, and questions affordability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoys
HE Adams
Fayette County
Tragedy of the Mormon Way in August Houseweeper
The piece argues that polygamy defines the Mormon faith and contrasts Gentile beliefs. It mentions Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, notes Mormon teachings on polygynous marriages, and critiques how converts are taught about religion. Public notices follow.
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Vina Wonsall
Christa
Utah
Moraiou
Chist
Jesus Christ
Tistunor
Morava
Map
Why Editors Get Rich From a Simple Birth Notice
A satirical sketch recounts how a birth leads to payments for doctor, editor, minister, and undertaker. The doctor earns modest fees, the editor extorts higher sums through a lengthy obituary, and the cycle continues as the town news grows more profitable per event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dero
Chir
Nll
Be A Booster at Stock Willer District Fair
The Stock Willer District Fair association promotes a booster stance as preparations advance. Secretary Scanlan oversees daily department work with capable superintendents in charge of various parlors. Premium lists grow, purses for horses rise, and farmers are urged to prepare stock and fittings for the fall exhibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hava
Kooks
Notice from Celebration Committee on Claims
Official notice states that those with claims against the Fourth of July celebration must file immediately. The committee warns that late submissions will be rejected and that processing continues under committee authority today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miry
Methodist church invites Sunday service and Epworth League events
The Epworth League invites parishioners to a regu lar Sunday service with Mrs G W Stanshaw leading. Register for Sunday services at 12:0 and Epworth League sessions with a $40 prize reading and a Miss Sao Kosalar planning a bake sale.
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Phare
Gieul
Reguiler
Epwors
Tha Klowers
G. W. Stanshaw
Reguster
Roywlar Susitay
Epworth League
Tap
Eseniog Sarrions
Prager
Ant Indian Valley Stock Company Incorporation Notice
Notice of publication for Antinoiclal The Ants corporation to be formed in Rock Valley Iowa with principal place of business in Work Valles. Capital stock set at 16000 dollars in shares of nine dollars each. Directors, officers, and meeting schedules listed for the proposed corporation handling lumber, posts, wire, cement, bricks and all kinds of lumber goods.
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Boos Covacx
Iowa
Corwin
Thayer
R.ilay
Sames Walpata
John A. Parkinson
John J.ueltund
Ilo Toyrman
Fred G. Arardiand
Kel
Dikery
Tha Dees
T Hp General
Bite Corporation
Oftletts
Antionic
Caplini
Anriend iV
TS Corporation
Lnis Corpora
Aptreie VL
Nlirers
Itis Corpor
Astom Shalte
Arts Agnznl
Tag
West Ness
Htork Valley
Vile Preetinat
St.Coeatn
Ee Thasaryeersiazz
Dnwer Walpon
Fransurer
Teley
Joba
Tal Berdingen
Job 2
Bebirhd
Wilgoss
Toy
Antolin VIET Corporation Charter Proclaimed at Rock Valley
The document outlines the organization of a new corporation with officers and directors, stock rules, and amendments. It records signatures of founders, attesting witnesses, and a notary, dated May 2, 1893, at Rock Valley with official stamps and location.
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Summers
WE. Tummees
Alneteen
Council
Yast
Hock Valley
Anita Hows
Argag
Uuelaturyt
Purt
Rok Valley
Jasen
Audogily
Albert Berman
Lata Lane
Mire
Blinker Satie
C.D. Tuill
Frank Roymge
Pass
Methodist Episcopal Church
Tee Egtarceee
MER and Boys
Schirmer
Ailelo Viet
Ofcors
Anil Directors Wears Corporation
Caeslitins
Sald Hue
Ani Tive Atreciots
Evektbuutliig
UneBoard
Htzazor
Bse
Tis Pene
Snl
Coxpeira
Thisca
Mwiscorporation
Antolin
Vira
Siisls
Suctaries
Selinia X
Uhty Corporation
Brveli
Lale Corpormilea
Vattirg la Fater
Adele XV
Thas “Urporaalton Abel Holt
Mr. Corwin
James Walpolai
A. Toralvsan
John J. ¥Ehtune
William Tassos
Fred @ redt
Klein
Biase
Stoux
Lac
Tohlc
ViteLbuny
Gauniyant
Ulm
Co. Wit
S.thaser
Semex Waipu
Me Klay
John A. Parktasos
J. Kata
Poyouac
Fred M
Handi Ee
Tome
Pheceusio
Ray Bond
Tnskatove
Joux
Vallay
Uris
Gur
Chas, F. Netzow. CO
Milwaukee
Wis
Tero
S- Ste Ete
E. D. Brown
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