Havelock Happenings and Local Notes
Havelock broadcasts community events with a carnival fund drive for the American Legion and a stream of visits and social updates. Residents report deaths, family visits, business changes, train service notes, and ongoing local improvements at Obrecht and Sheldon, with porch gatherings at the Lakes and West Bend excursions.
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Ray Jedith
John Anda
Oldfield
Pthdays
Jas, Stover
Fay ‘Kathan
Livermore
Rebekah
Glover
Ngtall
Geo
Obnecht
H. D
Perry
Grover
Gowrie
A. F
Mick
Mallard
Obrecht & Sheldon
Hurt by Unrequited Love in Wartime Context
A columnist examines gendered reactions to broken engagements and disloyalty, arguing men endure heartbreak differently from women. The piece reflects on wartime experiences, suggesting men are socialized as protectors who may abandon hope, while women generally maintain steadiness yet share resilient hardships.
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London Answers
Family memory pays off in a clever quiz moment
A man recalls the king of England’s royal house after ten years waiting for a question. When asked for the family name he proudly declares Guelph and seizes the chance to prove his hidden knowledge. The exchange ends with a confident, witty reveal.
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England
Guelph
Old Fop
Diamond an Inch Wide A Chinese Buyer Acquires Historic Gem
The largest diamond in China, once worn by Gaby Desius, with a romantic ancient history, was bought by a wealthy Pekin resident. Centuries old, it allegedly adorned court turbans and Egyptian temple depictions, and figured in ancient wars. Sold for 62 500 dollars. perfect color would have pushed to 218 000. The stone weighs 102.09 karats and is over an inch wide with a slightly square round shape.
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China
Gaby Desius
Pekin
Egypt
Pet Names and Woodshed Recalled From Bygone Days
A reflection on youth discipline and affection in old times, contrasting how we were treated with talk of pet names when well behaved and being called to the woodshed when we misstepped. The piece evokes nostalgia for a era of stern but sentimental parental guidance.
Tobacco in History Women Men and Society Across Eras
A historical survey notes women in courts and colonies smoking tobacco alongside men. It traces usage from Old World courts to England and France, cites Queen Mother plants, Raleigh’s influence, and harsh penalties in Europe, including fines and punishment for smokers. It mentions Nicot and the queen’s herb, framing tobacco as a long social force.
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Penn
America
New, York
Sun
France
Portugal
Jean ’Nicot
Nicotine
Walter Raleigh
Charles
Bridge of Sighs
Europe
England
Danebrog the Danish Flag and Its Legend
The Montreal Family Herald notes Denmark’s Danebrog as the oldest national flag with a white cross on red. A legend says a vision by King Vindenar the Victorious during a 1219 battle against the Esthonians near Reval led the flag to fall from heaven and be adopted, imbuing it with strong medieval religious associations.
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Ireland
Vindenar
Reval
Montreal
Day Here and There: Jim the Slower Janitor on Walnut
In the 4100 block on Walnut street residents of a Kansas City apartment joke about Jim the janitor. His latest quip about washing windows—“Yes Miz Jones, the windows sure need washing”—leaves neighbors laughing or sighing. He vacillates between “tomorrow” and “Friday” and even “Monday” as plans slip.
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Jim
Walnut Street
Miz Jones
Kansas City Star
Playing Safe with Bobby and Mary at Carpenter Play
A family scene shows Bobby hammering nails despite warnings from his father. Mary assists by holding the nail while Bobby drives it, risking smashed fingers as the father cautions against dangerous play.
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Bobby
Tie
Babby
Mary
Judge
Italian Navy Professor Reports Epilepsy Treatment Success
Professor Rocella, surgeon-commander in the Italian navy and nervous-disease lecturer at Tome University, reports success with tetratartarate of borotind potassium in epilepsy. In eight asylum cases four patients ceased attacks and the other four showed marked behavioral improvement.
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Rocella
University of
Tome
Old Faithful Plays to 100000 at Yellowstone in 1522
Old Faithful, the famed Yellowstone geyser, draws about 100000 spectators in a peak summer season. Rangers note its July 14 performance, regular 60 to 67 minute intervals, and water jets rising about 150 feet, as visitors flock from across the United States and beyond.
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Old Faithful
Yellowstone
Mit
Wyoming
Montana
Utah
Iceland
New Zealand
Yellowstone Park
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Schallan
Shade
Omaha
CO Johnson
Neeva
Ware
Samuel Wright
Greene County
Wisconsin
James Wright
Anna Price
Stafford
Milwaukee
Wis
James
Guy
Grove
Ployer
Manson
Chase Grove
Twin Lakes
Geo. Miller
Lost Island Lake
Neil Snell
G. A. Grover
Glenn Kendall
Lakes
D. F. Reents
Vera
H. H. Reents
Spencer
A. M. Howery
Peter Smith
West Bend
White Home
Grandma White
Margaret
H. D. Grover
Rolfe Ealley
Willis Knight
Walter Knight
Earl Newell
Des Moines
Jones
Bert Bourett
Dr. Furman
Pocahontas
J. H. Adams
Mabel
Belmond
Jas
Jas, Adams
D. W. Merry
G. C. Cole
G. A. Gruver
Perry Cyuver
Ray Gruver
A. I. Mick
E. A. Albough
Everett
Will Froh
Elsie Smith
Vera Reents
August Froh
Fort Dodge
Mrs. C. E. Miller
Player
J. B. Sheldon
Keeney
Sterner Sex
Tr Badde
Pennsylvania
OLD Faithful Geyser
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