Boosters and Knockers Could a Booster Benefit the Town
The piece contrasts two types in a community rails against the perpetual bucker who dismisses worthy ideas. It argues boosters aid town growth while buckers hinder progress and are always resisting. The writer urges boosting merits rather than bucking good proposals.
Tongues That Talk Too Much
A Sioux City judge ruled a barber cannot cut prices under contract with a union. The piece criticizes gossip and urges protective court action to guard reputations, humorously pleading for further restraint by the judiciary.
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Sioux City
Union
Morality of Paddling Through Adversity in A Town Rhyme
A homely verse compares two frogs in cream, one sinks while the other endures and finds an island of butter. The tale encourages perseverance in hard times, urges citizens to sharpen feet eyes and mind for public good, and praises merchants who advertise as evidence of worthy goods.
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Froggie
Barnum
Nature Study Tales From Uncle Will And Jack
In a lakeside setting Jack asks to walk with Uncle Will to learn about farming. They explore an orchard, discuss the role of bacteria on bean roots and legumes, and consider soil enrichment before settling by the creek for a snack and a teaser for the next chapter.
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Roe
Jackie
Aunt Ida
Wil
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Ike
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Local notes from Jim Calder era closing up March to July
Letters recall family news from a rural community. Jim Calder’s reopening plans at the March to July interval are noted, along with purchases in Long Beach and land deals. Messages mention birthdays, weddings, illness, legal work, and small trades, ending with late-month routines and farewells.
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Jim Dash Pontha Calder
Closnin
Jim
Long Beach
Your Best Investment My Wife Says It All
A local townsman asserts his best investment was his wife, praising her as the priceless possession and uplift for morality and decency. He credits the influence of women and pure womanhood, noting that actions outshine knowledge in life.
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Church
Italian fruit stand owner complains about pinching customers
An Italian fruit stand keeper grew irritated as patrons handled and pinched fruit, leaving it softened. He posted a sign in broken English and Italian style warning would be pinchers with a coconut remark.
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