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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1921
Page
5
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Local editors and the press will host a major banquet in Kossuth County to honor Henry Wis and celebrate long service. Prominent speakers include Mr Paschvogel and others while Henry serves as guest of honor with a toastmaster role and speeches planned.
A chaotic note reports Olaf Funnemrak a supervisor recovering from a broken collarbone. It claims he is now whole and pleased after liberation of an injured limb. The piece hints at subscription woes and reader reactions to the incident.
Kossuth county Board of Supervisors sue the Register in district court claiming overcharges for printing ballots in the last general election. Judge Coyle rules the Register’s bill as just and to stand. Attorney T P Hartington for defendant and County Attorney Quarion for plaintiff. Board members reacted with disappointment at the decision.
The Kossuth County cow testing group plans to reestablish a countywide association. The aim is to identify which cows produce profit by weighing, testing, and recording milk yield and feed costs. An organizational meeting is set for Friday December 23 in Albony.
The Manson Journal praises country bankers for delaying drastic actions to avert a severe panic and keep the nation on an even keel. It commends attorneys for cautious guidance to avoid widespread bankruptcy and costly litigation, highlighting their sacrifice for the public good during the crisis.
Galloway of the Extension Department will lead short farm business schools at Swea City Thonke and En erne on the 21st 28th and 20d of the month. The sessions begin at 530 A M with days long. The Farm Business Record book will be distributed and reviewed. Last year 92 farmers attended and similar turnout is hoped this year amid rising need for careful farm accounting.
Fragmentary text shows a church committee intervening to save a person in return for a stated sum. The lines reference the devil, odd jobs, and a monetary condition, but details are unclear and context is limited.
Seventeen applications with checks arrived at the Farm Bureau office to insure a county vaccination school, likely in the northwest corner to serve most applicants. A state law allows a county school when seven or more apply with a $5 payment, enabling farmers to obtain permits to vaccinate their own hogs.
A large crowd applauded the High School program featuring selections by the High School Orchestra and Girls and Boys Choral groups. The two act play ACE I and II revolved around a Christmas boarding house with a manger tableaux. A grade pupils program followed. two weeks vacation starts Thursday.
The report recalls Hartman drawing a rectangle on the board and discussing square shapes amid a stormy week. Santa distributed gifts during a gym Christmas event with seventh and eighth graders helping. students enjoyed treats and games. A recent game vs Seneca High School ended 30 to 13 for Titonka in boys play, 14 to 7 for girls, three Seneca sisters noted for teamwork. Snowflakes drew student attention last Friday as Buffalo Consolidated School patrons were wished a Merry Christmas.
Advice column warns wives about husbands who act like boys and urges gentle handling. It suggests believing husbands when they say they have been out and avoiding jealousy. The piece mocks overbearing wives and hints at infidelity risks with a sharp moral tone.
The Marshalltown Times Republican argues for state bonding to fund gravel and hard surfaced roads. It notes high taxes and money shortages hinder progress, urging next legislature to permit county bonds for gravel and hard roads despite farmers' reluctance amid high product prices.
The Sioux City Journal notes advocates argue graveled roads are cheaper to build and maintain though not as durable as paved streets. They contend graveled routes lift farmers from mud, with maintenance key to any road system. farmers worry about new taxes and bonds amid scarce funds.
The article mixes discussion of national reform to fund community centers and local court notices. It cites Brother Simeon Foss advocating for funded roads sewer work and parks, plus mentions of an Iowa court case for divorce and a statewide literacy campaign led by Gov Kendall targeting 20 000 illiterates in Des Moines with 1925 census plans.
A fragmented report notes a quarantine lasting five weeks for a family member named Jean Yas Jeagad and mentions scarlet fever as the diagnosed condition.
In Webster City a marriage notice reports Thomas J Petersen marrying Myra Aussie Cepner on a Saturday evening in December. The event is noted by local friend O. Petersen who saw the wedding announcement in the Webster City Journal and shared timing and partner details with readers.
A correspondent from Minnesota writes of snow weather and promises of a good corn season. He notes abundant cattle and hogs, rising farm incomes, and pride in the nation, asking about news from home and sending best wishes to Mary Chelstinusana and Willlantsen.
The Doane and Monks churches announce Christmas events and services. A Christmas offering supports children worldwide, with funds routed through Centenary channels. Next Sunday features Christmas services titled The Coming of Jesus, inviting parishioners to attend and contribute.
The News-World reports a farm near Wesley Iowa sold for close to 800 dollars per acre, with 40 acres well improved including orchard and buildings. Purchaser Mr Hedman likens Iowa land to a safe investment, noting other farms in Kossuth County fetch similar prices. The piece mentions nearby Alabama area sales and financing details.
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