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Newspaper
Spencer News
Location
Spencer, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1910
Page
6
Anthony Riggs, a lonely bachelor, confronts his stingy nature during Christmas events. A fortune teller guides him to help the poor, leading to six guests and a renewed heart. Mary Wood reappears as the promised gift, and they plan to marry, inspired by pity and generosity.
Anna struggles with Christmas prep as a festive scene unfolds. Little Helen notes the tension with a sympathetic remark about auntie’s vision and the imperfect preparations, capturing a quiet domestic moment.
Freeman notes a swamp grass fire near Lost Island and visits by residents Frank Rider, the Rosackers, and Claxton family. Reported farm leasing, upcoming weddings, and new brides. Shelling corn activity, visitors from Spencer, and partial listings for sales and rentals. Also notices of horses for sale and a small rural rental offering near Ruthven shortly after.
Janet McKenzie Hill presents a date muffin recipe using K C Baking Powder and dates. Instructions include creaming butter with sugar, adding egg, alternating dry and milk, folding in chopped dates, and baking slowly then browning. PromotesKC Cook's Book free offer via Jaques Mre Co Chicago.
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