Women of CG Hold Club Meetings and Socials
The CG community hosts a series of club gatherings including the Women's Club at Mrs. C. J. Moen’s home with 28 members, a party honoring Mr. and Mrs. Frank Shimon, and several bridge and study clubs. Attendees include local families and area residents. events feature reports, piano solos, crafts, and planned luncheons.
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Frank Shimon
Frank, Shimon
Shimon
Scturda
Leon Sinek
Louis Shimon
Clement Shimon
Malecek
Pocahontas
James Dady
Regular Meeting O. E. 5 Nov 12 in Rolfe O E
Rolfe chapter O E 8 holds a regular meeting on Tuesday evening November 12 at 8:00 with a special program. Worthy Matron Mrs Qus Cook will report to Grand Chapter. Refreshments served.
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O. E
Rolfe
Qus Cook
Epworth League Rally at Bradgate Monday
Attendees at the Epworth League sub district rally in Bradgate Monday included Nelva Dean Everett Lovella Ida Jane Roberts Ruth Lundy Junior Dean Anne Losabeth Evelyn Ruth and Wilbur Green. Cars were provided by Rev EB J Plummer Louis Lansing and Don Christensen. A student group from Morningside College performed several numbers and Miss Maxine HamModon from Fort Dodge spoke about the Methodist national worth conference she attended in Wisana Ind.
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Bradgate
Nelva Dean
Everett
Lovella
Ida Jane Roberts
Ruth Lundy
Anne
Losabeth
Evelyn
Ruth
Wilbur Green
EB. J. Plummer
Louis Lansing
Don Christensen
Morningside College
Fort Dodge
Maxine Ham- Modon
Wisana
Ind
Farmers Mutual Aid Insurance Letter Corrects Erroneous Claim
An unsigned May letter from Farmers Mutual Aid Insurance association in Preston reports a $60 payment to correct an erroneously filed claim. The note offers no further explanation beyond noting the error was discovered and corrected by this method.
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Farmers Mutual Aid Insurance Association
Preston
Vand Wos
Wake custom traced back to prehistoric times in Britain
The article notes the watch over the dead as a prehistoric practice, likely Celtic in origin, with the Anglo-Saxon term lich wake for a corpse. Wakes often placed the body under a table with liquor for watchers and could degenerate into drinking orgies.
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Britain
Chicago Lodestar Turns Circus Leader for Free Shows
Louis L. Meitus of Chicago, a local luminary, began buying truck ing gear at a circus auction and ended with a full circus. He invited 10 000 kids and has since staged over 20 performances with free soda, peanuts, and the show.
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Louis L. Meitus
Chicago
Snellen Eye Test Origins and Use in Vision Testing
The Snellen test consists of square black letters on a card used to measure distant vision. Letters vary in size so each subtends a 5 degree visual angle at the distance at which normal vision should discern them. all optometrists possess these tests for eyesight assessment.
Smallest Bee and Giant Indian Honeybee Compared
The Apis florea of East India is the smallest honeybee, with two inch square honeycombs and pinhead cells. India also has a large bee rivaling a field cricket, building combs six to seven feet long and four feet wide that weigh 300 to 400 pounds when full.
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India
First Gothic Mystery Seeding The Castle of Otranto
The Castle of Ontranto, a Gothic romance by Horace Walpole, 1765, sparked modern mystery fiction influence seen in early American writers Charles Brockden, Edgar Allan Poe, and Nathaniel Hawthorne.
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Castle of Ontranto
Horace Walpole
Charles Brockden
Edgar Allen Poe
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Man Who Pays Out Rider Screams In St Louis Court
In St Louis Missouri Billie Todd screamed at Virgil Vinson her boyfriend. Police took Vinson to court where he was fined five dollars for disturbing the peace. Todd told the judge I screamed because he wouldn’t kiss me.
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St. Louis
Billie Todd
Virgil Vinson
Miss Todd
Cash and Carry Bandit Forcing Robbery Details
A Cincinnati bandit who held up Robert Lowe demanded 15 dollars. Lowe had 12 dollars and a wrist watch worth 2.50. The robber forced Lowe to walk two blocks to his home and borrow 50 cents from his roommate while he waited in the vestibule.
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Cincinnati
Robert Lowe
Lowe
Bird Bath on Paul Kruger Statue Attracts Birds
The hat on the statue of Paul Kruger in Pretoria is left open to collect rainwater for birds, following his widow's wish. The feature draws attention to the historic statue and its symbolic use as a bird bath.
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Paul Kruger
South African Republic
Pretoria
Britain Gains Rosetta Stone as War Trophy in 1801
Britain acquired the Rosetta Stone in 1801 as a trophy of war, a key artifact allowing the decipherment of ancient Egyptian inscriptions. The stone’s transfer marked a pivotal moment in archaeology and colonial collecting.
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Britain
Tax Revenues Tied to Retail Prices, 39 Percent
A National Consumers Tax commission estimate shows taxes embedded in retail prices account for about 39 percent of all local state and national revenues.
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National Consumers Tax Commission
Munich Leads Germany With More Autos Per Inhabitant
Munich claims the highest automobile count in Germany with one car for each 13 residents while Berlin reports one car per 20 residents. The comparison highlights Munich as the more motorized city in the country.
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Munich
Germany
Berlin
Canterbury Rank At State Occasions
The Archbishop of Canterbury holds precedence at British state occasions, ranking just after the sovereign and close royal kin. He outranks other senior officials and royals in ceremonial order.
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Canterbury
Archbishop of
2500 Stars in Sight
A clear moonless night reveals about 2500 stars to a keen observer. A standard field glass expands the visible sky to about 50000 stars, enhancing stargazing range.
Doves Hit 70 MPH in Speed Tests
Charles E. Fuily Jr a Texas fame man ager reports mourning doves reached 70 miles per hour in recent speed tests.
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Charles E. Fuily Jr
Texas
U.S. War Games At Plattsburg Draw Large Umpire Crew
In Plattsburg New York during Uncle Sam’s war games a record umpire count worked through the scores. The item notes Connecticut firearms production claims and a broad statement about manufacturing in the United States.
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Uncle Sam
Plattsburg, N. Y
Connecticut
United States
An Old Scythian Custom and Other Dated Facts
A trio of notes covers ancient Scythian burial by birds of prey, the introduction of the date palm to America by early Spanish missionaries, and early transatlantic cable messaging costs set at $100 for 20 words.
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America
Atlantic
Presbyterian Church announces fall church events
Morning worship at 10 o'clock and Sunday school at 11 10. Choir practice Thursday evening. The annual chicken supper with all the trimmings will be served in the church dining room Wednesday November 13. The bazaar starts November 18 at 4 00 PM. The young people meet Friday November 8 with Miss Mary Graves speaking on Grateful for everyday blessings. A social period will follow.
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Presbyterian Church
W. F. Schneck
Young People’s Society
Mary Graves
Nain Lutheran Church announces weekly schedule
Pastor James N. Lund leads Sunday school at 10 15. The Ladies aid meets with Mrs David Henderson at 2 15 Wednesday. Confirmation class Saturday at 1 30. Morning service on Sunday November 17 at 11.
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Nain
Methodist Church Plans Rally and Meetings
E J Plummer, pastor, announces Sunday school at 10:00 a m worship at 11:00 a m Epworth League at 6 30 p m Choir practice at the parsonage Thursday 8 p m Three carloads of young people attended the Epworth League Rally at Bradgate Monday night Next rally will be at Rolfe on Dec 2 Queen Esthers meet with Christibel Brogotti on Saturday Nov 9
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Methodist Church
E. J. Plummer
Epworth League
Bradgate
Rolfe
Christibel Brogotti
Trinity Lutheran Service and Events Summary
Trinity Lutheran holds Sunday worship with pastor O Wangberg themed Are We Prepared to Meet the Son of Man from Matthew 24 35 44 Junior League meets at 8 00 p m Catechism class Saturday 1 30 p m at the church Ladies Aid luncheon Saturday 5 00 p m at Central States building All are invited to attend.
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Trinity Lutheran
O. Wangberg
Secon
Ladies’ Aid Society
Central States
APPLY LIMESTONE IN FALL ON POCAHONTAS FARMS
County Agent E. J. Schmuecker urges fall limestone application after soil testing for legumes. Lime should be applied at least six months before seeding to neutralize soil acidity, with corn stalk ground and pastures as key sites. Winter freezing aids neutralization.
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Pocahontas County
E. J. Schmuecker
Schmuecker
Iowa State Swimmers Plan Water Circus Anniversary
The Ames porpoisedraternity national honorary swimmers society marks its 20th anniversary with a Water circus at Iowa State colors. The exhibition occurs Friday and Saturday, November 1 and 3. Ward Sear of Des Moines chairs the carnival, while Peter Carrell of Des Moines is chapter president.
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Iowa State
National Honorary Swimmers’ Society
Iowa State Colores
Ward Sear
Des Moines
Peter Carrell
Des Moine
Loose
Edwin Sawyer Elected to Iowa State Glee Club
Edwin Sawyer a mechanical engineering sophomore at Iowa State College formerly from Rolfe was chosen for the men’s glee club. Tolbert MacRae named sixty nine members for this year’s organization and the group rehearses Handel’s Messiah to be staged with the women’s club on December 14 with several concerts for the student body.
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Edwin Sawyer
Iowa State Glee Club
Ames
Iows State College
Rolfe
Lee Club
Tolbert MacRae
Tin Plow
Squirrel Will Skelley Keeps Monticello Nickname Alive
SQUIRREL Will Skelley of Monticello earned his nickname 43 years ago and at 73 remains known by it. He recently finished shingling the Masonic Temple in Monticello by himself after unable to secure help.
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Squirrel
Will Skelley
Monticello
Masonic Temple
Albino Gopher Found Near Lake View
George Dunkin of near Lake View reports discovering an albino gopher in the area. The find is noted as unusual by local residents and may prompt observation of local wildlife.
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George Dunkin
Lake View
Garfield Hustlers report on 4-H meeting and debts
Garfield Hustlers 4-H club boys met at Don Schonberger home on November 4 with nine members. They discussed basketball prospects and new uniforms, scheduled county games, and noted members feeding club calves. Secretary Roger DeWolf received a $50 gold watch for outstanding work. Marcus public school district pays off its final $3,000 bond after fifteen years.
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Garfield Hustlers
Garfield ‘ Hustlers
Don Schonberger
Roger DeWolf
Roger
Richard Hosier
Marcus Public School
New Grain Not Superior To Sorghums
Iowa State College agronomist C P Wilsie reports sorghum forage and grain tests at Ames for the Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station. He says New Grain, touted as superior, yields less forage than Atlas sorghum and ripens late, offering seed at 25 cents to $1 per pound.
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Atlas
C. P. Wilsie
Iowa State College Research Agronomist
Ames
Towa Agricultural Experiment Station
Willsie
Forgo
New Grain Grohoma Struggles as Forage Sorghum Claim Debunked
An agricultural note questions Grohoma sorghum variety claims of high yield and early maturity. Wilsie cites trials showing 120 to 140 days to mature, drought resistance similar to other sorghums, and no proven advantage over existing grains.
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Oklahoma
Bely
Orly
Grahama
Wilsie
Wig
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Double Six Bridge Club
F. E. Grant
Pine Room
Grant
Glyde Brinkman
Shirley Thornton
Linn
R. Linn
Barnes
Bon Ton Bridge Club
Jo Barnes
J. T. Grant
Denzil Johnson
E. P. Lomen
H. N. Hamilton
O. K. Patterson
Co. J. Club
R. B. Mather
Jens Thompson
C. J. Club
Mather
Study Club
American Home Study Club
Minnie Jarvis
Hallowe
Legion Hall
8. T. C. Club
Trinity Lutheran Aid Society
Trinity Lutheran Aid
L. W. Larson
Luther Thompson
Elmer Simonson
Central States Building
Dora Simonson
Lomen
Hegstrom
Ole Ryen
Storesund
Inga Ryen
Verna Ryen
Earl Chambers
Weigert
Wangberg
W.R. Ritchie & Son
Ed Lehnus
Plover
Marion Bruce
Pearl Sawtell
Los Angeles
Calif
J. C. Damberg
F. H. Molyneux
R. W. Rogers
Hortense Siefkin
M. R. Soth
Fuller
Shirley
Mary Fuller
ALL. D. Chil
A. L. D. Club
A. R. Thornton
Mesdames
G. B. Palmer
Lena Vaughn
I. J. Plummer
Edgar A. Mowrer
GLOBE
Nielsen Bros. Service
Tony
Buster
Kf, Baker & Co
Keokuk
Town
Sali
Hampshire
Louis Stoulil
Ottoson
Poland
East Havelock
Lawrence Christensen
A. C. Thomas
27Th St
Sioux City
Lester Applegate
Gilmore City
China
TL. E. Willard
Mi. W
Mi. S
Siefken
Comple Poultry Service
Arrow Office
Frank J. Shimon
G. W. Harland. i
B. Fuller
leeHaw News
Mrs. Kennedy
Telmer Sime
Pats
Alabama
Towa
Fred Gilchrist
Hel Ulations
Fred
Rock Rapids
J.T. Grant & Son
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