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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1917
Page
2
Titonka Topic announces publication every Thursday. By Lee C. Wolfe associate editor and Foster foreman linotypist provide editorial and printing details. Post office entry in Titonka Iowa as second class mail matter. Advertising rate per line noted.
Walter Smith of Portland township reports a diverse crop set including corn oats wheat seven and a half acres of spells and potatoes valued at 3200 in planting time. J W Hager and Wesley residents visited from Sunday to Monday. Walter now resides in Alden Iowa with old friends.
Robert Leason of Union township phoned from Graettinger to Des Moines seeking a U S Army transport job. An examiner offered a vacancy but could not admit him, then unexpectedly accepted after Leason disclosed his identity. The elder Leason has another son drafted and expresses pride in his sons going to battle. The family notes Denmark's historical Schleswig-Holstein loss. Married in Fort Dodge: Ervin Hall and Grace Ramsden wed. ceremony in Fort Dodge with reception and four-generation Ramsden presence. County attorney Gunderson defense in Northwood on intoxicating liquor case. special agents and prosecutor from Mason City pursue the matter amid regional interest.
The Iowa Homestead reports a large gathering at the State House where Governor Harding urged loyal support for wartime policies. Speakers from across the state stressed unity and vowed strong action against disloyalty and profiteering as Iowa pledges to do its full share in the war effort.
A patriotic summary credits the United States with rapid WWI mobilization since April 9, 1917. It lists war declaration, seizure of 91 German ships, multi billion dollar loans and funds, mass draft, hundreds of thousands enlisted, aid to Russia and France, camps built, destroyers sent to England, embargos, food conservation, and large charitable giving, framing these actions as proof of American resolve and civilization.
Iowa State College warns farmers in southern and central Iowa to plant as much winter wheat as possible. Early seed bed preparation and good seed are key. A list of seed wheat suppliers will be mailed to farmers, and early plowing increases returns.
Dr. R D Daniels urges careful eating to prevent summer ailments. Avoid heavy foods and excess bread, potatoes, and pickles. Drink five glasses of water daily plus fluids with meals. Emphasizes fresh fruit, greens, and toasted bread for easier digestion and reduced heat strain.
A widespread infestation of the potato beetle attacks potato vines, with larvae entering the plant near the top and burrowing to the root. The affected stock withers and dies, breaking off at ground level and causing rot in the crop.
Jack Dalton of the Democrat argues editors must take sides at times. He asserts a nonpartisan stance earns harsh labels while partiality invites other criticisms, noting a newspaper cannot please everyone every time. He frames the profession as balancing public opinion and editorial courage.
Chester Stoddard of Algona Iowa sold 95 acres of corn to neighbor Mr Curran for 2500 in cash. The field had been cultivated four times and was knee high. Curran paid the price and Stoddard will net about 1400 after rent and costs. He resolves to avoid risk in the future.
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