Arrowman Apologizes for Rolfe Auto Contest Entry
A local figure in Rolfe, known as the Arrowman, apologizes for entering a recent auto contest. He explains the bid aimed at advertising talent and boosting his candidacy, though he notes Rev. Anderson won the prize by public vote and he cannot afford any scheme to defeat the will of the people. He plans to stay in Rolfe, seeking community respect and continues walking. The piece also reflects on local topics from church attendance laws, county reformers, to housing loans and regional satire.
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Rolfe
Ford
Rev. Anderson
Anderson
Towa politics and a brewery plan in Rolfe’s quest
The piece argues liquor issues cloud Pocahontas politics as Clark denies Uncle Zeke’s tale of Rolfe’s court house funds. It claims Lutie Thornton and George Steinhilber pushed for an option on the site with a brewery plan, arguing success could move Rolfe’s county seat and much of Pocahontas County.
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Towa
Bro. Clark
The
Pocahontas Democrat
Uncle Zeke
Rolfe
Court House
Lutie Thornton
George Steinhilber
Pocahontas
Newspaper advertising surpasses word of mouth for merchants
The Tama Herald notes older merchants rely on gossip but argues newspapers efficiently inform the public about store news. It asserts newspaper notices reach far more residents than verbal chatter, highlighting benefits of advertising for bargains and customer awareness.
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Smith, Brown
Tama Herald
You Are Your Neighbor's Keeper Says Moral Sermon
A moral exhortation urges individuals to nurture neighborly love and elevate others by example. It argues that every person reflects his conduct on others and should live uprightly to inspire reciprocal improvement and a higher moral tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weyerhaeuser
Bose
Chamberlain's Tablets Prove Quick Liver Relief
Mrs. BF from Springville New York reports using Chamberlain's Tablets for six years to ease disordered liver conditions. She says they act quickly and provide needed relief, noting availability from all dealers.
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Mrs. BF
Hy Tru
Springville
N.Y
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