Consolidation push described in local papers and debates
The article argues for school consolidation across Buffalo township and neighboring areas. It cites tax payer support and examples from Minnesota Indiana North Dakota and Nebraska. Supt Shirlesy proposes a Titouka style district with two independent schools in McIlroy and Amber, arguing transport is manageable. Other towns like Minguolia Pisgah Beebeetown and California Junction show varied consolidation progress with new buildings planned or funded. The piece urges unity to avoid delays and delays in elections while presenting regional trends.
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Wright
Minnesota
Indiana
North Dakota
Nebraska
Fenton
Haut
Hull New
Sve
Shirlesy
Buffalo Township
Titouka
Buffalo
Mc@lroy
Hencock
Harrison County
Minguolia
Eracter
Pisgah
Cir‘culucuit
Beebeetown
Squgm- California Junction
Mondamin
Missouri Valley
Hancockz
Britt News
Land high near Reinbeck near Berlin farm sale
A large local farm sale closed with George Laws selling his Roc farm of 160 acres near Berlin for 259 per acre. The Kent improved farm section notes all buildings were built last season and are modern. Mr Baege sold his farm south of Bertie to Julius Volkens for 225 per acre. condition noted as less improved.
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Reinbecic
George Laws
Aicres
Berlin
Kent
Mr. Baege
Bertie
Jullas ‘Volkens
Saul Moves Into A Schimiat House On March First
Reinbeek Courier notes Saul takes possession March 1 and will reside in A Schimiat's house in town indicating a relocation to the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saul
A. Schimiat
Reinbeek Courier
School Notes Highlight Student Efforts and Activities
Ralph Dahl was absent with sickness. Adeline Pendergast and Clarend Cooper deserve praise for effort to be present despite illness. Louise Buns missed a day from out of town. Dittmer and McLean entertained Tiny Tots with stories. The Home Credit contest leads by Milton Pendergast with an Easter Egg prize. Several students excel in First Grade and birthdays celebrated. Harley Vansen injured by a horse and missed school. Intermediate room penmanship drills and Everett Pannkut birthday card shower. Gorden Hansen earned a 36 month perfect attendance diploma. High school gains new piano from Middleton Piano Co. Miss Reichsamen substituted in the Intermediate room. Home Credit party at Mr. and Mrs. Denton’s home praised. Oscar Anderson contracted to build Dr. Wallace’s new Thonka home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Dahl
Adeline Pendergast
Clarend Cooper
Muskiazar
Affort
Louise Buns
Dittmer
McLean
Milton Pendergast
Bernard Tierney
Howard Longbottom
Anza Wepel
Maurice Kell
Nyrle Sachau
Leota Lamoraux
Pearl Javers
Pearl
Harley Vansen
Harley
Earl Dahl
Robert Kleist
Everett Pannkut
Everett
Mona Heifner
Norsing
High Scrools
W. J. Denton
Plans for Sale Plan for Flower and Vegetables
Planns for sale by ST. Lamoreus offering a good supply of vegetables and flower plants ready for delivery at proper season. Special varieties grown upon request.
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ST. Lamoreus
Notice to Bring Suits for Cleaning at Citizen’s Barber Shop
A local notice reminds patrons to bring their suits to Citizen’s Barber Shop for cleaning and pressing services.
Burt News Briefs From Burt Iowa Area Update
Local notes from Burt Iowa recount visits by AL Perry and the Galligers, repairs by Jimi Le l and Julius Briggs, shop paint by R G Isenberger, and plans for spring hair cutting. Residents move goods to Northwood and Minnesota, with farm plans shaping the season. Presbyterian meeting, street work, and pavement talks appear alongside social visits and church notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
BURT
AL Perry
Ceylon
Visib
Jimi le l
Julius Briggs
Wm. Galliger
Ley R. G. Isenberger
R. G
George Manus
Northwood
Iowa
Tra Toothmin
Minnesota
Oliver Graham
Webster City
Mano & Powers
Henry Stachie
City Light Co
Schroeder
Madstor Shurwood
Gyr
Clapsiddie
Doe
AL. Stable
Perry Stephenson
American Sunday School ‘Union
Presbyterian Church
C. P. Stew
Nelson
Joh Hardgrove & Co
Sunshine
Masonic Order
Bacraft
Stephen Callahan
Ray Grover
Laura Thompson
Laura
Iowa State College
Geo, Paine
Algona
Geo. Paine
Nevel
Cec McDonald
Wm. Hawcett
Ameé
C. P. Stow
C. L. Phelps
Trainer
J. P. Stow
F. C. Stow
BurT And Vicinity Social Notes And Local Accidents
Mrs. Jon Dorrance suffered a blood poisoning attack in a finger from wall paper dyeing a wound. Obie Hobson helped his ill brother Harry for several days in Buré. Jas Sewick and Dick Hawcett dehorned for Dioner, Peterson and Graham of Portland. Chris Hilgard Alf Graham visited Will Dearch near Algona. Mrs Stahl hosted the birthday club Friday. Oscar Isenberger sustained a deep ear wound after being struck by a horse into a post, requiring stitches. Mrs WIL Sigshee decorated the M. personage wall in the past week. Fred Geerich and Mr Philips visited Algona Friday night. Mig ROS Anderson were pleasantly surprised Friday night by a dozed.
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Burt
Jon. Dorrance
Obie Hobson
Buré
Harry
Jas, Sewick
Dick Hawcett
Goine
Dioner
Peterson
Graham
Portland
Chris Hilgard
Alf
Will Dearch
Algona
Mre
Stahl
Oscar Isenberger
Oscar
Wil Sigshee
Walln
Fred Geerich
Mr. Philips
Mig
Ros. Anderson
Calf Welfare and Local Obituaries Reported in Algona Notices
The column notes Levi Toothman’s improving health after earlier critical condition. It records many social items from Algona area including visits, funerals, and family news with names such as Mrs Gingery, Miss Spooner, J. Hofius, W. Callahan, and the Toothman health update, reflecting a bustling local community page.
Grandme Albers Dies in Buffalo Center at 88
Grandme Albers, well known in Buffalo Center, died Thursday morning at her daughter’s home at age 88 years 11 months and 6 days. Born April 5 1827 in Loga Germany she married George Albers March 12 1845. The couple migrated to America in 1873 and settled in Kossuth County in 1883. Funeral services were held at the German Reformed church and interment followed in German alley cemetery Buffalo Center.
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Grandme Albers
Dirs
Gasska Albers
Buffalo Center
J. D. Thorn
Loga
Germany
George Albers
America
Kossuth County
Thonka
H. D. Thorn
Theo
Albers
J. H. Schoon
Ladies Club Notes Social Evening and April Meeting
The Ladies Club met with Mrs. F. P. Reibsamen last Thursday. ten members attended. A surprise invitation was distributed for club members and husbands to attend a Denton home event that evening with thirteen couples present for games music and a luncheon. Dr Tetunle planned regular visits to Woden starting next week with the dentist office at the rear of the State Savings Bank.
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Clui
C. V. Pendergast
G. Bi Dahlibrarian
Ff. P. Reibsamen
Denton
Lelhpamen
Dr. Tetunle
Woden
Lgwo
Hila
Stare Savinga Bank
Growing alfalfa across seasons under Missouri river conditions
The article explains growing alfalfa in a Missouri river area, detailing seedbed prep, inoculation, timing, and methods. It discusses sowing in spring or late May, then discing and rolling, weed control, and the risks of crusted soil. Guidance covers seeding rates from seven to thirty pounds per acre and post sowing care.
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United States
Avery
Gelert
Craine
Glore
Neil
Hare
Mortain
Dakotas
Wavlases
Witalta
Iver
Missouri
Evan
Missouri River
Farming tips on alfalfa and corn for better hog pasture
The text advises avoiding wet soils for alfalfa and stresses leaving land in alfalfa for at least four years. It highlights alfalfa as a perennial with drought and drainage considerations, noting corn and hay quality and the potential for high pork production on well managed land.
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Tye
Alata
Farmer Faces Moral Dilemma Over Stock During Famine
A farmer lets his livestock forage on withered fields and roadsides to save feed costs, risking long term damage to animal vitality. Neighbors report concern as famine could permanently reduce value, suggesting selling animals and restocking in spring.
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Andy
Ulm
Hut
Hose
Jong
Annate
Slang Debate Sparks Teacher Skepticism In 20th Century Talk
A schoolroom dispute on slang exposes tensions between teachers and students over language use. Critics argue slang corrupts discipline as pupils mimic trendy phrases while supporters claim it reflects youth culture and social reality.
For Sale Six Scotch Collie Pups and Short Horn Hulls
For sale two items listed in a damaged notice from Titonka Iowa. Six Scotch Collie pups advertised under a farm context with a contact at W. F. Hall Star Route. Also available are Short Horn hulls described as ready for service. Listing includes scattered names and places like Saxton and Wesley, Iowa.
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W. F. Hail Titonka
Iowa
Gale
Sarvica
Prings
Acanthus
Algohelfers
At Saxton
Ows
Pod Wesley
L. A
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Orrioran
Pape An
Oeb
Farmers. Cooperative! Society
Wesley
WM. Spangler
Oscar Anderson
Dr. Wallace
Bulla
Anderson
Mr. Wallace
Burt Monitor
Hi. C. Adams & Co
Algona, Iowa
Levi-Toothmanyis
Tas
Lewick
Castlé
Riddle
North Union
M. J. Mann
Eva Delany
Neva Elvidge
Bancroft
Hannah Feels
Irene Smalth
Illa Boettcher
Zara Grover
Mt. Vernon
Lone
Miss Hamilton
Paul Moore
Elsie Seefeldt
Lone Rock
John Dittmer
Buma Duckmanton
Mra
FP. L. Pratt
Peters
Maurila
Mlone
Mra. C. M. Whitehill
Laverne
J. H. Roseman
Mankato
Jfma Cunningham
Livale Dittmer
Clifford Roseman
Boettcher
Relatves
Clark Coffin
Will Sigsbee
Innibolut
J. A. Stewart
Levi Toothman
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