War talk and local life in Rolfe Iowa paper
A rambling column blends war talk with local manners and politics. It comments on advertising rates, reform taxes, and partisan press faults, notes a home intrusion incident in Rolfe, and laments youth propriety while urging training over laws.
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Pocahontas
Bro.lark
Kelleher
Congress
Bro- Clark
Woods
Clarke
Kenyon
United States Senate
William
Iowa
Rolfe
Dick Miller
Miller
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Fragmented war era musings and sharp quips on peace
A collection of satirical lines and opinions on war, peace, and politics. Quotes address America’s stance, Carranza, shipping, taxation, and public mood, mixed with playful comments on fashion, literature, and daily life.
The Reward of Courtesy and Civic Beginnings
A traveler recalls a small town’s daily courtesy shaping future growth. The tale contrasts present kindness with later admiration for a place’s past achievements. It notes how local warmth can influence business decisions and community potential.
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J. H. Lighter Family
al Rolfe
Marion Bruce
Independent
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Bob Bruce
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Register
Woodrow Wilson
Theodore Roosevelt
William Howard Taft
William Jennings Bryan
Arrow
Teglar Advertising
Mexico
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Chicago
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Hell
Skull Lumber Yard
J. & W. C. Shull
Geo. Zickrick, Mgr
International Stock Food
Hess’ Stock Food
Hess’ Louse Powder
International Louse Powder
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Webb
Ses Feee Ma Ieinier Bank
Rolfe, Iowa
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J. B. Kent
Robert Bruce James Bruce
W. S. McEwen
Joseph McEwen
the State Savings Bank
the Updike Grain Co
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