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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1916
Page
8
A mixed transcription describes lemon based dishes and fish preparations. It outlines a lemon pie with cornstarch sugar and meringue, a Queen of Lemon Pie recipe, and fish balls with bread crumbs and onion in a simmering sauce, followed by notes on dining happiness.
A man with a notably red nose is lured into a shop by a girl who asks him to pick a ribbon matching the color of his nose. He agrees and follows her to the counter where the girl explains her mother wants the ribbon the same shade.
A distracted home scene unfolds as a wife pleads for help with a drip-pan overflow while a man jokes about stubborn tasks. The dialogue swaps quips about jokes, money, and dentist visits, then a doctor-patient exchange jokes about the difficulty of drinking hot water before breakfast.
A thrift-minded person argues that saving for a rainy day protects against restlessness. The wastrel retorts that stashing a best seller won’t keep him awake if misused, highlighting a playful exchange on prudence and folly.
The ad claims thousands of children suffer worms causing listlessness irritability and disturbed sleep. Kickapoo Worm Killer is described as a pleasant remedy with tonic effects and is available at druggists.
Craddock’s Des Moines letter highlights Hon. John W. Foster of the Dallas Guthrie Audubon district as a statewide leader. It notes his deep study of roads funding, insistence on value for money, and plans for a durable, businesslike approach. The piece lauds his intellect, senate standing, and potential impact this session. It also mentions a strong Christmas spirit in the city and generous aid for the needy this year.
The piece contrasts prosperity in agricultural districts with urban hardship as high produce prices and coal costs burden workers. It notes coal dealers overcharging some buyers, a likely municipal coal plan in Des Moines, and critiques a wealthy donor's bequest to cats while hungry children cry for bread. It also praises the Elks for a generous Christmas charity to local children.
The Des Moines area reports a rapid increase in its Black population as many individuals move from the south seeking new opportunities. The article notes the expanding community and suggests continued arrivals are expected.
Letter writer C. Pugh notes Chicago already hosts at least 80 000 Black residents with many more expected. He suggests a growing colored population strains housing and sparks union concerns about labor competition. He predicts northern cities will absorb migrants as the South may soon recognize the Negro’s labor value.
Changing Seasons Bring Colds. The ad promotes Dr. King's New Discovery as relief for stuffed-up head and sore throat. It claims antiseptic balsams soothe irritated membranes loosen phlegm and clear the head. The copy urges persistent use until the cold is gone and notes a 60 cent price at the druggist.
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