Farm policy clash and economic critiques in Iowa district commentary
The letter-column piece critiques Congressman Haugen and farm legislation, arguing the Fourth District of Iowa faces stalemate as lawmakers push for measures while opponents demand changes. It links broader political strategy, investor concerns, and the economy to farm interests, suspecting political motives and warning against overreliance on equality bills this session.
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Haugen
Iowa
Abe's quip on married life like farm machinery
Mes Abe compares married life to farm machinery. He recalls being scolded for hanging a hat on a broom handle and notes that early work is hard but smooths with time, while old age requires constant care to avoid rattling and noise.
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Abe
Colds are Infectious and Contagious Not Weather Related
An article lists five points about colds: they are infectious, spread by the sneezer, caused by germs, not by cold weather alone, and can be reduced by strong body resistance, proper diet, rest, calm, and staying home when ill. It urges hygiene, avoiding spreading germs by sneezing away from others and using simple remedies like hot drinks and foot baths.
Barney Bruce Wins 100 Prize for Orange County Essay
Barney Bruce of The Rolfe Arrow won a $100 prize in a Orange County California essay contest open to National Editorial Association members. Articles praised Bruce's writing and compared him to an old school journalist. Local papers laud Bruce and note judges from across the United States chose his work.
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National Editorial Association
Orange County
California
Barney Bruce
Rolfe Arrow
United States
Corn Growers’ Association
Fonda Times
Cal
Barney
J. J. Bruce
Iowa
Marion Bruce
Bruce
Toledo Chronicle
Hal O
Ffills
Barney” Bruce
Ralfe Arrow
Towa
Hal Fuller
Lehigh Argus
Holiday fare sale to Midwest and mountain states
Reduced fare excursion tickets from Chicago and North Western on sale December 21 to 25 to Illinois Wisconsin Upper Michigan Minnesota Iowa North and South Dakota Nebraska Wyoming Montana and Utah. Return by January 6 1927. Tickets honored in sleeping and parlor cars with usual space charges. Children half fare. Reservations through local Chicago and North Western agent.
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Illinois
Wisconsin
Upper Michigan
Minneosta
Iowa
North
South Dakota
Nebraska
Wyoming
Montana
Utah
Chicago & North Western Ry
Bonny Blue Coal Offers Eco Nomical Warmth and Longevity
The ad promotes Bonny Blue coal as an economical, clean burning and long lasting option that maintains heat easily with thermostat or manual regulation, and requires less daily ash cleanup. It emphasizes reduced furnace trips and minimal ash output.
Do Doctors Disagree On Road Bond Referendum
A Manson Journal editorial rebuts a claim that bond issues should go to voters. It cites concerns over county bribes totaling about 20 million dollars and fears of urban voters pressed to back labor‑intensive projects. It argues Iowa should not exceed 15 million annually and warns against 100 million in any hands leading to waste.
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Farm Bureau
Deleware County
Carroll Herald
Bro. Hungerford
Iowa
Manson Journal
City council meeting notes from re incorporated town
December council session opened by Mayor Brug with members Carroll Gy j Obrecht present. Motions approved salaries and bills for Go Mutual Telephone Ames trip for C Webb and repairs. Clerk Parrott and Rolfe Implement listed vendors, coal and oil supplies. Meeting adjourned until mayor calls another session.
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Rolfe
Ealleg
Brug
Carroll
Gy J Obrecht
John Feaves
Suan An Ohnson
P. J. Calligan
EB. Cox
Central States Electric Co
GAWR
P. YS. Grant
Christmas Cheer and Local Calendar Demand
The piece sends seasonal greetings and notes the shift from open fires to furnaces while urging every family to obtain the bookkeeping and diary calendar. It cites quotes from Duxbury and Mayor Bruce asagli and mentions Joseph J. Johnson asking for a 1927 calendar, ending with a sentiment that coal is a top Christmas gift.
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J. H. Lighter
Independent
Trown Press Association
Nationa
Congress
Democratic Party
Thomas Jefferson
Mexico
China
Benjamin Franklin
America
Daddy
Brinkman & Engel
First National Bank of Rolfe
Arrow Print Shop
Bill
John Joseph Gaines
Bhi
Chicago & North Western
Procent
Merry Christmas
the State Savings Bank
W.S. McEwen
Robert Bruce
James Bruce
Joseph McEwen
J. B. Kent
Robert Bruce James Bruce
W. S. McEwen
Duxbury
Geraldine
Bruce Asagli
Joseph J. Johnson
Christ
J. T. Grant
Rolfe, Iowa
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