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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1922
Page
3
Prominent scientists discuss recent progress in imaging and chemistry. John Raymond reports on speculative developments from a chemical laboratory, presenting sketches and notes about evolving techniques and possible outcomes.
An essay cites Edison and Berthelot on chemistry advancing civilization. It warns synthetic chemistry could unleash both vast peaceful goods and deadly war materials. Predictions include edible synthetic foods and tablets, plus dangers of gas warfare and chemical arsenals in factories.
The article recalls Major S. H. M. Byers wife’s death in California and his Civil War service with General Sherman. Byers, born near Oskaloosa, served as Grant’s consul to Zurich, hosted presidents Grant and Sherman, and met figures like Twain and Liszt. Their Des Moines home was named St Helens in memory of their daughter.
The records show funds in county arrests areas and two state accounts on December 30 1931 64829 54 in the fish and game protection fund and 13417 82 in the boundary waters license fund. In 1922 Spirit Lake hatchery produced 16860000 fish and forty three jars of fish saved from overflowwere distributed among streams.
A century old note describes medieval king’s deformed daughter inspiring saddle design, then shifts to Des Moines where women embrace riding breeches and shared saddles. Army officer A C Smith runs a riding school at Fort Des Moines with pupils including Major Altrec rundt’s daughter and other officers’ wives. The piece mentions Emma Marie Garthe born in Burlington and longtime travel to Norway.
The article notes a woman returned from a foreign country to an Iowa hospital for the insane and reports on the Iowa Supreme Court ruling that damaged eggs in transit absolve the shipper of responsibility. It also covers Cedar Valley Seminary’s closure after 60 years and references Alonzo Abernathy’s early public instruction role and Hamlin Garland’s education at the seminary.
Plymouth county faces a new suit over parental rights as Fred and Lillian Pelroy fight to prevent sending eight of their Weatfield children to a city home. Officials claim the children are dirty and neglected, while the parents pursue an appeal with legal aid.
The state supreme court sustains the Fremont county lower court ruling awarding land to M. A. Payne after Foster and Hall challenged squatter rights on about 600 acres that shifted with river meanders. The decision clears title to several thousand acres along the Missouri river after a state survey settled boundary lines.
Joseph Edge and his wife of Humboldt convey four Humboldt county farms and one Kossuth county farm to the Board of Foreign Missions of the Methodist Episcopal Church. The land is accepted subject to encumbrances with life concessions and allowances for the Edge couple.
A Des Moines bank marked its 50th anniversary with a colossal cake standing 66 inches high and 72 inches long, 40 wide, weighing 1109 pounds. The five tiers display 50 electric lights on the two lower layers, while the recipe credits baker Frank Watts and lists 270 pounds flour, 160 quarts egg whites, 6600 eggs, 240 pounds granulated sugar, 200 pounds icing sugar, and 240 pounds butter.
M. Anderson of Equity Co-operative Exchange urged rebounding foreign demand as the key to farmer relief at the American Co-Operative Congress in Des Moines. He proposed U.S. credits to foreign governments secured by municipal and industrial securities, stretching 10 to 15 years to finance purchases of American agricultural products directly by producers.
Blaze Dairy and Food Commission orders a three month suspension of mandatory candling for eggs from February 1 to May 1. Bad eggs remain prosecutable under the pure food law. the move targets low demand period. Park County job bureau reports 54 applications in a day, with 23 sent out and 82 placed in work.
A reflective piece urges residents to notice small daily details and act on them. It stresses humility, keen observation, and attention to little things to foster local improvement in the new year.
The text discusses naming conventions for farms as well as the broader trend of naming in rural areas. It notes regional variation and the influence of local culture on farm names. It references community identity and historical practices shaping these choices.
The text argues farmers should adopt business like practices with name branded letterheads and return addresses for mail, avoiding sloppy presentation. It suggests selling seed, stock, and poultry with clearer farm identity and professional envelopes to ensure mail returns safely, and promotes affordable, efficient farming methods.
Mrs Susie Engler of Whittemore announces her candidacy for the Republican nomination for county recorder. She comes from a long established local family with strong Republican ties through her late husband and father. The present Democratic incumbent Elizabeth Resaegnie may seek reelection.
Leander Barton, a well known LaVerna resident, died Sunday after several weeks of illness. He had recently fallen in his basement injuring his head but never recovered, his age and frail condition contributing to his death. He served in local offices with trusted regard.
Leander Barton born January 4 1844 in Sinnis ale enlisted in the Civil War and served several years. He settled in Humboldt County then moved to Ti Verng with his wife erecting a home. He married Elizabeth Downs in 1865 and had seven children. Funeral today at 2:30 PM at the Methodist church with a military funeral and attending soldiers and sailors. Local LuVerne News reports the tribute from the fading war comrades.
The column notes cigarette stamp revenue for six months totals 424,074.00 with projected monthly license income around 50,000, yielding about 600,000.00 annually. It reports 3,200 permit holders paying 225,000 in sums to cities and towns and 31 convicted cases under the law. It also mentions the direct inheritance tax raising 626,623.00 in 1921 and funds to be extended to the state treasury next year.
The ceremony in the House displayed reverence for Joseph G. Cannon, veteran Illinois legislator and ally of the Great Emancipator. At progress of the event he announced he will not seek another Congressional term, citing age and desire to pass duties to the younger generation. Cannon, eighty six, remains beloved in Washington as past political hostilities fade in his closing years.
Local report cites snow and line outages delaying heat and electricity on Tuesday and Thursday. H O Miller of Adams and Miller buys the Gev Ailts farm in German township with no price disclosed. A Lineman is stationed at Elmore Minnesota to handle outages, with locals urging better local handling and service to avoid devaluation of property. Miss Annie Brune hosted friends for a Saturday gathering at her home. guests included Gertie Bieper Maude Byrum Stella Mae Bree Mrs Henry Bruns and Miss Crose. Games and refreshments were enjoyed and a good time was had.
Haggard and Palkenhamer of Alsona Iowa advertise farm loans at the lowest rates with annual interest and the option to pay off in $100 multiples on interest paying dates.
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