Family Picnic At Wm Tjaden’s Draws Local Relatives
Relatives of the Traden family gathered at Wm Tjaden’s home last Sunday for a long day of picnicking and visiting. Attendees included Krause family, Ed Brodser family, Stephen Tjaden of Burt, and others from Burt, West Bend, Ackley, Titonka, and North Dakota. A humorous moment occurred when a suitor used a Bible to propose in church, prompting a verse exchange, and a marriage prospect was noted for the following week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Tjaden Gjid
Samo
Tjaden
Tidaio
William
Apinbar
Krause
Ed Brodser
Burt
Netephen Tjaden
Henry Faden
Near Burt
Onno Faden
West Bend
Jelie Tjadéo
Woden
Ben Barger
Plora
Ackrey
Goo. Tjaden
Yonno Schutter
Titonka
Kobus Tjaden Sr
North Dakota
St. Krauss and Family
Wm. Tjaden Famiy
Hough
John
Tero
The Square Path to Honest Winning by Clem Bradshaw
Clem Bradshaw proclaims a fair race on the dusty track urging clean starts and steadfast pace. He vows not to whine or cheat, praising honesty as a boost that keeps him ahead while others falter behind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tong Run
Clem Bradshaw
Melon Craft and Recall of Youth Flavors
A nostalgic adrift memory proclaims that modern watermelons lack the sweetness of childhood due to mixing with gourds for shipment. The writer mocks scholars and trade journals, blaming industry graft for flavor loss and longing for the farmer who supplied those earlier melons.
Soulless corporation target hurts Livermors memories
Gazette laments a corporation seeking to destroy cherished barefoot days, urging resistance to the profit motive and defending local memories and heritage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Livermors. Gazette
Prominent Stock Dealer to Move to Garner
Henry Carr, brother of the late James R. Carr and Wilbur Carr of Garner, plans to locate in Garner and enter the stock business. He has operated at Woden for years and will move as soon as possible, with August 2nd tentatively set to begin work. He is welcomed to Garner by his readers and old residents. James Carr was widely respected in stock circles, and Henry follows that strong family reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Carr
James R. Carr
Wilbur Carr
Garner
Woden
Carr
Henry
James Carr
Kenne Bros
Whittemore
Keane
Meniay
Frank Keltwick
Wmtenka Savings Bank
John Oesterman
Troutner
Cole
Iowa
Home Kline
Frank B. Kilns
Harry Swango
Beck
Switz City
Ind
Burt
Wm. McDermott
Frank Eckelbarger
Dorothy
Dakota
John Walsh
J. W. Lamoreux
B. F. Kleist
Rochester
Minn
Ruby Nelson
Celny Falls
Gladys Cuthbert
Graetlinger
Smythe
Devil's Lake
N. D
Rey
Cuthbert
J. D. Andrews
Doan
Wexley
American Legion
O. Haestsch
St. Paul
Dr. Sartor
Maurice Keil
Crystal Lake
Harold Hunt
Bancroft
Gea, Roepsch
Dubuque, Lews
Lakota Bride Warning Sparks Matrimonial Gossip
A Lakota Record note mocks a rumor that a local man has moved furniture into a vacant home to host his forthcoming bride. The letter blames the Topic and questions editor involvement, joking about an intrusive matrimonial bureau and the town’s gossip mill.
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Tistonka
Haves
Bill
Estherville to Buffalo Center Sunday baseball ride draws bets
A Sunday special train carried hundreds of baseball fans from Bestlesrville to Buffalo Center for a local game ending 1 to 0 in favor of Buffalo Center. A Buffalo Center citizen claims over 5000 in gold was won from Estherville rooters, prompting calls for a law making betting on ball games a crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bestlesrville
Buffalo Center
Estherville Rootars
Wesley Day Promised With Games Music And Rides
Wesley plans a big Wesley Day in August featuring ball games band merry go rounds flying machines street sports and speeches. Editor Sturdivant will provide a keg for newspaper men and Mayor Kunz a stick of candy for every baby and Judy at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley
Audi
Sturdivant
Kunz
LuVerne News
Auto Night Dimmers Required Within Titanka Limits
Beginning August 12 1920 all auto owners must have dimmers on their cars at night two front and tail lamps to comply with the law within Titanka city limits Violators face a fine of 985 dollars plus costs signed mayor H A French
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Titanka
H. A
Tilonka
A. French
Spreader Test urged before purchase across regions
A scattered note urges buyers to investigate NI CO spreaders before purchase. It advises testing units, notes immediate delivery, and mentions possible suppliers Helko Btobr Wodén Towa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helko
Wodén
Towa
Local residents enjoy a sprawling weekend in Algona area
Mr and Mrs Geo A Klenk and Nam Reynolds with daughter Florence visited Blue Earth Minnesota to tour Dan Gallagher’s farm and his lakebed crops. Nearby Elmer Mechiar blasts rocks for a new 28 by 28 two story bungalow to be built this fall. Various locals travel to Mason City Des Moines and Cedar Falls for family visits and business matters while threshing begins across the county and farms report strong corn yields and tall stalks.
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Geo. A. Klenk
Nam Reynolds
Florence
Blue Earth
Minn
Dan Gallagher
Mr. Gallagher
Mr. Frenk
Gallagher's
Elmer Mechiar
Pearl Stott
Minnie Anna
Indianola
Iowa
Vivian Reibsamen
Des Moines
Vivian
R. EB. Moulds
Cc. F. Momyer
Algona Abstractor
United States Automobile Insumance Company of
Sherrif Moulds
Minnesota
Yeoman Picnic Planned at Pair Grounds Algona
Sartay and family announce a big Yeoman picnic today at the Pair Grounds in Algona. Visitors include Mrs. L. A. Reaser and Mrs. J. Ei. Keil from Algona. The State Pair is scheduled August 26 to September 1. G. L. Fox of Wesley sought a farm rental, while Auctioneer Pringle conducted city business Tuesday.
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Sartay
Algone
L. A. Reaser
J. Ei. Keil
Algona
G. L. Fox
Wesley
Fiere
Pringle
Presidential campaign outlook amid business stability and voters
The piece notes that voters have learned who will appear on ballots with Harding and Cox. It argues government policy remains steady and business and finance will not be disrupted by the election. A lively campaign is expected but no major market spillover or industrial collapse is anticipated.
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Chicago
San Francisco
Harding
Cox
Congress
United States
Federal Reserve Banks
Ife
U. S.A
Iowa State Fair Proclamation Urges Citizens Participation
A 1920 proclamation by Governor W. L. Marding urges Iowans to attend the Iowa State Fair August 25 to September 3. The message highlights the fair as a statewide gathering showcasing farm and factory produce and as an educational exposition. It calls for exhibitors and spectators to support the fair and promote Iowa’s growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Wea
Thet Peonle
Army Worm Appears in County Across State
Reports indicate brown worm damage common statewide with Algona County Agent receiving multiple complaints. Control advised with poison bran bait using Paris Green or white arsenic, lemon or orange, chopped fruit, molasses, and water. 5 to 7 pounds per acre. County agents offer cooperation for serious outbreaks.
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Algona Soa
Methodist Church Notes Urge Attendance and Tem perance Address
Me McBeth of Des Moines assistant state secretary of the American League will speak on temperance at the Methodist church 11 a.m. and at Doan 3 p.m. The pastor conducts the evening service. Epworth League meets 7 p.m. Ludion Aid gathers Wednesday with Mrs Ray Hansa. Sunday School attendance urged to rise. pastor A K R Cuthbart notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Me. McBeth
Des Moines
Amuinioan League
Methodist
Doan
Epworth Leagua
Ludion Aid
Ray Hansa
Excellent Advice About Staying at a Steady Job
The Duffalo Center Tribune notes that keeping a solid job is wise as the job market may tighten. It recalls the wild spree of elf and glue era storms easing gradually, leaving mixed outcomes for workers but few hard feelings.
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Duffalo Center Tribune
Potatoes Seen Plentiful Despite Moisture Fears
Reports from Wisconsin Iowa North and South Dakota Minnesota Missouri and Michigan predict an exceptionally good potato crop this season barring insufficient soil moisture for late varieties. Tubers are expected to be much cheaper this coming winter than last season.
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Iiness
Wisconsin
Iowa
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Missouri
Michigan
Tubors
Popular Dr Peters Visits Algona Golf Links Invitation Extended
Dr Peters of Burt, a popular Kosuth county figure, visited Algona on Monday and accepted an invitation to try the Algona golf links. The invitation was promptly extended and he was warmly welcomed by local residents.
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Dr. Peters
Burt
Algona
Algona Golf Links
Kosduth
Auto Lights Rule Slated in Tiltonka Notice
Notice to auto owners in Tiltonka requires headlights and tail lights on during night travel within town limits starting August 12 1020. Violations carry a fine of 9.86 plus costs. Also a residence on Main Street is for sale by Victor Lamoreux offering a strictly modern home at good construction. seek details promptly.
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Main Street
Victor Lamoreux
Farm for Sale Near Titonka with 40 Acres
Forty acre farm well improved and highly cultivated. Located one half mile southeast of Titonka on the county road. Lamoreux and Ly.
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Titonka
Found A Robe-Frank Meyer Watch and Jewelry Repair
A notice invites readers to send in a watch and jewelry repairing service by Robe-Frank Meyer. Items can be left at the Topic office for processing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Meyer
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WM. Tjaden
Mike Bartlett
Estherville
Harding's Creed
Oibede
Uncle Sam
Warren
L. A. Bolenous
Bachelor Corner
Mason City
Henry Hawley
Antone Goetz
Philip Nelson
Ruby
Cedar Falls
Olaf Finnemark
Wesley Township
John Pink
Jas. Brewer
Lakota
Ti+tonka
Jim
Family Journal
N. ©. Rice
Call Opera House
Cheyenne
Wyo
Harriet Middletton
Wagle Grove
Heiko Stohr
Huron
Ida Anderson
Titanics
Methodist Church
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