Farmers of Pocahontas County Endorse Roosevelt Policy Support
In a May 12 1933 mass meeting United Farmers of Pocahontas County express support for President Roosevelt and Secretary Wallace. They oppose a general farm strike, praise administration efforts to raise agricultural income, urge lawful dispute resolution, criticize Governor Herring and Judge Bradley over moratoriums, and urge ballot box action to replace adversarial interests.
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United Farmers of
Pocahontas County
Roosevelt
Wallace
Iowa
Mississippi Valley
Farmers of America
United Farmers
LeMars
Herring
Bradley
Insurance
State of
Hope and Sunshine Shadows at Panama Rise and Set
The text notes that hope and sunshine keep their shadows behind as the sun rises in the Pacific at Panama and sets in the Atlantic, presenting a poetic geography observation.
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Hope
Sunshine
Panama
Pacific
Atlantic
Rolfe Local Notes Highlight Visits and Meetings
Mrs Lester Mason and baby visited the Julius Hansen home in Rolfe for the weekend. Rebekahs attended Laurens convention. Miss Beatrice Munson from Peterson faculty stayed with Ben Munson. Russell Ives, ISU student, returned from Ames to visit family before resuming studies. Chapter FA PEO hosted by Mrs C J White. walking rehearsal directed by Mrs Glyde Brinkman. Mothers Day observed at G S Shriner home with relatives visiting from Paton Plover Rodman Havelock. Harriss F Thomas performed with Merklins Melody Masters at Gilmore City. Missionary Society met at Mrs C B Bowen’s with rag rug project. June meeting to be at Mrs A W Ives country home.
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Lester Mason
Baby
Dek Moines
Julius Hansen
Rolfe Rebekahs
Laurens
Beatrice Munson
Peterson
Ben Munson
Russell Ives
Iowa State College
Ames
Maude Ives
Mary LaVon
Russell
C. J. White
Chapter FA
Glyde Brinkman
Bert A. Peterson
M. W. Webb
Loraine Dawson
G. S. Shriner
J. J. Johnson
Paton
W. J. Johnson
Plover
Dan Urquhart
Harriett and
Betty
Rodman
George A. Speer
Cresswell Klinge
Havelock
The
Missionary Society of
Presbyterian Church
C. B. Bowen
A. G. Hille
Earl Fisher
A. W. Ives
J. C. Hosier
A. A. Brinkman
M. N. Ives
Earlves
Teaspoons Live in Saucers Even When They Go Upstairs
Child Leonard laughs at a mother's note about teaspoons, replying that they live in saucers but sometimes go upstairs for a bath. The exchange appears as a clipped quip from a South African paper reprinted in the Boston Transcript.
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Leonard
Boston Transcript
Peace Promotion Center Milestones Highlighted
The Chelsea Record notes substantial efforts by Mrs. Henry Peck and supporters toward global peace through the Peace Promotion Center. The piece reflects on named individuals and ongoing projects advancing peace initiatives.
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Henry Peck
Henry—Rence
Chelsea Record
Birthday Birthday Ends A Quiet Tearful Exchange
Pearson's Weekly presents a brief humorous exchange where a man and woman tease memory and sentiment. She hints at a surprise that would erase a past, and he presses for what comes tomorrow, their dialogue framed as a light domestic vignette.
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Pearson’s Weekly
Exhibition Stuff Brings Clubhouse Hosiery Clash
In a charge of durability a customer confronts a seller over golf hose claimed to be unsuitable for regular wear. The clerk redirects by noting the stockings are intended for the clubhouse rather than on the links.
Habit First Switchboard Operator Bets on Horses
A habit first operator named Min Nie went to the track to bet on horses yesterday. She reportedly mixed up the plugs, as usual, in her wagering routine.
Home Town Custom
A brief quip from Vancouver Province notes a saying about marriage customs in Africa where a man may not truly know his wife before marriage.
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Dad
Africa
Vancouver Province
Preferred Method in Learning French Cited in Brooklyn Eagle
The Brooklyn Eagle quotes a debate on new language learning approaches noting one advocate praises a nine sound method while another favors taking ten sessions for thorough mastery. The exchange frames a preference for depth over speed.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Quotes on kissing spark humorous debate Tit Bita
In a light Tit-Bita exchange readers are reminded why some see kissing as unhealthy while others push back with witty retorts. The brief dialogue showcases playful disagreement and social attitudes.
Revolutionary changes in Turkish women's status unfold
Detroit Free Press notes sweeping reforms after Ghazi Mustafa Kemal. polygamy ends, marriage and divorce laws align with advanced nations. Women gain university admission, pursue professions, vote in municipal elections, and expect parliamentary suffrage. Women mingle openly with men in public spaces.
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Ghazi Mustafa Kemal
Republic of Turkey
Turkey
London Times
Turkish Republic
Detroit Free Press
Must Think for Ourselves to Have Comfort of Mind
G H G argues in Tit Bits that a self directed mind is essential for mental comfort. Thoughts drift from outside influences unless we actively select and control them. Without filtering, we risk adopting harmful ideas despite possible good ones from others.
The Gentleman by Q. Whyte-Mellville on true virtue
The speaker claims a gentleman is defined not by birth wealth or status but by courtesy bravery and high principle. He argues that genuine gentility appears across all walks—from laborers to officers—and requires kindness toward the weak and fairness to all, shunning cowardice and deceit.
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Q. Whyte-Melville
Countess de Caen Delivers Last Words to War Families
The Countess de Caen, known as the little mother of the troops, completed a 14 year mission delivering final messages in French hospitals to soldiers' mothers wives and sweethearts. She traveled over 60 000 miles in England and America and says most messages spoke of mothers though some relatives were unreachable.
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Countess de Caen
London
England
America
Rockefeller Foundation Origin and Early Goals
The Rockefeller Foundation formed May 14 1913 from John D. Rockefeller’s trust fund of $100 million and later expanded. Its purpose is to receive and manage funds to promote mankind’s wellbeing worldwide, with early achievements including medical research aiding World War I casualties and campaigns against hookworm.
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Rockefeller Foundation
John D. Rockefeller
Armadillo Hunter Digs Eight Hours for Six Pits
An enthusiastic hunter attempts to trap an armadillo by digging its burrow. After eight hours and six deep pits, he finally catches the armored creature, illustrating the armadillo’s swift, stubborn digging instinct and determination.
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South America
Distinctive Ant Cleanliness Highlighted in Nature
The article notes ants are unusually tidy and self grooming. It describes their natural combs and brushes used to remove soil particles and stay clean.
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Nature
Peggy’s Birthday Ride to Sparta Ends in a Proposal
Peggy leaves New York after a longing for home and violets recalls Dick’s memory. On a snowy trip she discovers he has followed, reveals his marriage proposal and offers to stay with her as the train continues toward Longhope Sparta.
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Peggy Burleson
Peggy
Helen
Longhope
Mrs. Burleson
New York
Sparta
Tomkins
Annie
Girls' 4-H program at Garfield Farm Bureau meeting
The Garfield township Girls' 4-H Club led by Mrs. H. D. Brinkman will host the Farm Bureau meeting on Thursday May 25 at the Brinkman home. They will present a program and offer a ten cent lunch with home made candy and cookies.
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Garfield F. B
Garfield Township
H. D. Brinkman
Farm Bureau
Plover Pairs Up for Monday High School Rivalry
The Plover and Rolfe teams prepare for a Monday May 22 game at City Park as a friendly rivalry stirs town pride and spectator excitement. Also noted are local social visits, a pony straying report, graduation plans, and a free chinaware promotion at Roval 400 Station in Plover.
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Plover
Rolfe
Local notices from Mallard and surrounding area
Vincent Weinhold assists Irvin Keerles on his Mallard farm during the past week. Clyde Peterson and daughter visit relatives near Milford. Clayton Goodchild and bride return from Montana and visit local friends. Willard Keerles calls on W E Pirie. John Fokken injured by a horse. taken to Palo Alto County Hospital in Emmetsburg. condition: face swelling and draining. Lester Goodchild looks after Fokken farm. W E Pirie meets Mrs D Pirie Beyea at Livermore. Beyea delivers commencement address at Havelock. Martin Keerles and friends fish Lost Island Lake. George Gehrt helps Oertley with field work. H H Reents and Andrew Petersons tour West Bend to see The Grotto. W E Pirie and Miss Charlotte visit Stuart Pirie home. Arthur Nowack spends Sunday with Wm Nowack family.
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Vincent Weinhold
Irvin Keerles
Mallard
Clyde Peterson
Peterson
Milford
Clayton Goodchild
Bride
Montana
Willard Keerles
W. E. Pirie
John Fokken
F. B. Johnson
Emmetsburg
Palo Alto County
Fokken
Lester Goodchild
Livermore
D. Pirie-Beye
Beyea
Havelock School
Martin Keerles
Havelock
Lost Island Lake
George Gehrt
Floyd Oertley
H. H. Reents
Andrew Peterson
West Bend
Charlotte
Stuart Pirie
Arthur Nowack
Wm. Nowack
County Committee Sets Goals for Youth Clubs and Activities
The document outlines targets for 4H youth programs including an Achievement Day, at least 75 leaders, 800 follow-up meetings, 10 girls clubs, and boy clubs with a focus on creating interest and a concrete program. It quotes Mrs. H. F. Olerich of Rolfe urging balance between material gains and enduring values.
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H. F. Olerich
Rolfe
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