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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1912
Page
5
A fire at the Rip residence in Geraint near John Hippenteop injures no one. A burning article in a closet scorched paint and damaged clothing before occupants extinguished flames by throwing burning apparel into a hall. Damages are estimated at 100 dollars, fully insured.
The Tefferean Herald notes that Paul Sullivan of Tefferean visited Thursday and Friday to look after his interests amid talk of Congressman Prank P Woods. The paper previously stated that Trans Woods deserved another term, and there is no new evidence to alter that view.
County Auditor Norton of Algona visited on Thursday and Friday to renew acquaintances from two years ago. Despite the arduous duties of his office he remains amiable and good-natured during his term, Swea City Herald reports.
A local merchant reports a sizable popcorn crop from last year worth about 72 dollars at the current price of 1.60 per hundred. The dried ears weighed roughly 4300 pounds, suggesting a profitable overlooked crop for the area.
The column urges readers to stay active this spring by taking any available job. It warns idleness breeds contempt and trouble, advising to pursue employment to earn money and build both body and mind.
Local note from Burt Monitor mocks Lafe Young as not yet a sure candidate, saying his nomination papers show him alive and in the race. The piece hints public questions and pressures that could push him toward a standout motion, with a tongue in cheek tone about voters being compelled to back him.
A reader named James Brewer in Germania requests one dollar money order and asks the editor to send the best paper in Kossuth county, signing the brief note with respectful regards.
Woden My and Mis, dno, Eden and daughters were Sunday visitors at the Peter Greenfield home. Patty and Grace Norgman spent Sunday afternoon with Jante Lut, Jena, Adolph Holoknll at the Sonus home Sunday, with Peter Greenfield Sr and Viito’ at their daughters. Mrs Hayyenga. Home: last Wed-
Norman Cotton invites local exchanges to unite into a county telephone company to improve service with a clear wire from town to county seat. He asks for interest from readers and potential collaborators in forming a cooperative system.
Thomas Bakewell born May 42, 1971 in Lansing Iowa grew up there and farmed in Western Iowa before marrying Mary K Marty in 1901. The couple lived in Hanna then Wesley, later moved to Newton where he sought work and fell ill. He died peacefully after a brief illness, survived by his wife a son a daughter five brothers and a sister, with family prayers for grace and reunion in paradise.
A writer recalls traveling miles to mills and trading in distant towns. He notes a nearby town grew into a county seat and boosted local farm values. He argues proximity to a town raises land worth, guiding money away from distant retailers.
The piece argues that keeping factories and shops near farms supports urban and rural prosperity. It warns against concentrating business in large cities, urging residents to promote local industry, rail service, and commerce to raise land values and sustain farming communities. It emphasizes mutual dependence of towns and farms.
A Burt locality roundup records guests at D. Stone and Blow homes, with Chris Biscard and family and Mrs A A Graham and son. A. A. Graly attended a hog sale in Eagle Grove. Several visitors planned an overnight in Webster City. The Gotlieb Kika home hosted a lively evening with dancing and guest chatter.
Numerous social calls and visits reshape a busy week in and near Titonka with Mrs Wess Stott traveling to Titonka then Wesley for visits with relatives. Lively mileposts include barn work, literary events, school updates, and farm labor as residents aid dredging crews and prep hay.
The report notes a split among delegates with Cumming and Roosevelt groups split in a 172 delegate tally. It mentions 14aL delegates in the state convention and Democratic county conventions in fifteen counties with Clarke shown at 124 delegates, Wilson at 22 and 34 uninstructed, with Buena Vista and Sfouxy cited.
A late 1942 primary era notice touts Prank M Sarchett of Lonerock as a Republican candidate for Sebouls County Superintendent. He is praised as a qualified, hard working, well educated teacher with strong community backing and proven school experience across Kossuth County.
Trustees of German township will grade roads and divide the township into four districts on April 1 1912. A superintendent will oversee each district and comply with applicable law. Bids must be made by 10 o’clock on March 16 1912. Henry Sonnnenberg Clerk.
English Red Caps entries win multiple prizes at the Des Moines poultry show in January. Breeder Lee O Wolfa from Brestler displays quality stock. 3rd and 4th place ribbons awarded. Orders for birds and pens placed. Par values cited include $4.02 for 19 and $2.00 per 13 for pens.
For sale a fine pure bred Short Horn bull, two years old, dark red color. Priced cheap with easy terms. Contact Edward Kunz in Wesley. A22-12.
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