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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1915
Page
2
A local editor rails against unequal publishing charges favoring banks, cities, and corporations while farmers and individuals pay more. He argues for uniform rates across notices and cites examples of differing charges for statements, ordinances, and probate notices, voicing financial strain on small papers.
A rough guide for local reporters lists ten rules for writing news clearly and respectfully. It emphasizes spelling out terms, indicating dates and times, avoiding personal attacks, and always including the sender’s name and town. It cautions that telephone tips deliver urgent news first.
Reverend Taylor and a man nicknamed geed were seen seeking guidance as election day approached. The duo, among school election voters, forgot to mark crosses on ballots, highlighting confusion at the polls.
A Western Bend Journal note observes couples who start with one chair in housekeeping then, after marriage, seek two parlor suites, reflecting evolving domestic choices.
For sale six Scotch Collie pups inquir y sums address W F Hadler Titouke Towa plus printed farm stationery guidance for farmers to display post office names crops or stock specialties. Also short horn cattle and heifers for sale from Sexton Iowa by L A Bolenus with contact details.
The article argues for careful seed bed preparation for oats barley and spring wheat. It discourages plowing corn stubble in northern sections favoring disking to kill weeds and conserve moisture. It notes oats need more moisture and warns that proper bed work speeds spring seeding and improves outcomes.
An article notes 1914 heat drought gave unusually fine mature corn in northern Iowa Minnesota and Wisconsin. Seed saved from that crop may produce similar results in 1915 if weather remains favorable. Farmers should ensure seed quality to avoid soft low grade corn.
Rural carrier recalls enduring weather and the lure of pennies from the box. The poem contrasts harsh cold with the simple urge to sell stamps and envelopes while awaiting coins in the box.
Se B Clark plans to leave for Minnesota this week to stay with his father EY reaith. Pa Householder Lee Rock visits his sister Mrs Briele derson. Mrs Gingrey expects to move soon after purchasing a few lots from Mrs Chapin. Gilson ill at Mrs Brooks home. Ten trainers busy at Bancroft. Robert Moore went to Alayoun Friday night. Verne Owen makes his Sunday trip to Fenton. Prof OConner Burt Schools principal for another year. Mrs Grover and Mrs Dorpanes host Sunday School class at Grover home. Miss Barbour returns from her father's funeral to resume teaching. Mille Sigalee leaves for Humboldt to be with her mother two weeks. Oscar Anderson visits Portland with sister Mrs Putz. A great baseball season is expected in Burt.
The Ingh Class Show brings the Missouri Girl to Wesley in a top tier comedy performance billed as a premier season attraction. It promises clean up to date American humor with high quality specialties and is presented in the same polished style as in New York and Chicago. Reserve seats by telephone to ensure admission to this record breaking attraction.
Trollar in Rolle hosts Dollar Bargain Day after merchants unite to advertise two-page spread with dollar deals. Hardware offers galvanized iron chicken coops at one dollar. grocer lists matches and pantry items. dry goods store promotes hosiery, buttons, towels, gingham, and gloves all at a dollar. Local paper notes broad participation by merchants.
Public notice to landowners in Hancock and surrounding counties about the proposed equitable apportionment of costs for construction of a Joint Drainage District. Commissioners are to inspect and classify lands within forty-acre tracts and assess special benefits and damages, with date referenced as February 4, 1915.
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