Local paper notes Emmet County growth and wheat policy debates
The Vindicator and Republican discusses Esther’s expansion, new business block progress, and winter weather. It reprints reader letters on government rail ownership, wages, and prohibition timing. It also reports on the Cedar Rapids war drive, Victory campaigns, and Iowa’s progress toward 1920 policies. Various local notes and editorials reflect economic concerns and regional events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar
Rapids
Iowa
Joe McCormick
Knights of Columbus
Victory
Cherokee
Ida
Lyon
Monona
O'Brien
Plymouth
Sioux
Woodbury
Osceola
Plymouth County
Decatur
Guthrie
Wayne
Bruce Tallman
Tallman
Town
Temperance pledge relic from Selkirk burgh of 1592
The Scottish Society of Antiquaries owns a minute book page noting Selkirk burgher Thomas Kerr taking the pledge not to touch drink. His band is described as a pair of gray rua ait breikis, dated 1592, offering a glimpse into early temperance customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scottish Society of Antiquaries
Burgh
Selkirk
Thomas Kerr
British scientists push world age to 711 million years
Two British scientists base their calculations on radio active phenomena to argue the earth is at least 711,000,000 years old, presenting a notably old geology theory.
Ended Then Youngham Honeymoon Ends With Questions
A quip between Ended Then Youngham and Oldham plays on marriage. The joke suggests the shift from telling to questioning signals the end of the honeymoon phase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youngham
Oldham
Weed Control Upstream How to Prevent Farm Infestation
The article emphasizes preventing weed spread by destroying existing weeds early and avoiding seed introductions from external sources. It explains weed seed risks in crop seeds stock feeds and manure, urging farmers to buy clean seed, test for impurities, and compost city manure to hinder seed vitality. It cites USDA guidance on vigilant weed management and cooperation with agricultural authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Agriculture
Hig Farm
Government warns against overharvesting honey from Bess bees
Authorities caution those who keep bees about not taking excessive honey. The notice emphasizes conservation and the government's stance on beekeeping practices to protect bee colonies and ensure sustainable production.
West Palmer community notes and church events
A compact report of social visits, religious events, and community notices in West Palmer. Lions include Luther League at Lars Herem home, neighbors visiting, crop sharing, Red Cross meeting near the state road, and church programs at Gruver Maple Hill First Church of Christ Scientist and Christian Church. Activities cover Sunday school, youth gatherings, and planned lectures, with reminders of calendar dates in January and local leaders listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esee
Raymond Iseminger
Dennison
Iowa
C. J. Martens
Thos. Ruckman
Chas. Christ
West Emmet Red Cross
Charles Christ
H. A. Smith
H. H. Schmidt
Iseminger
Art Hyde
Superior
J. H. Larson
Iva
Coral Larson
Mrs. Reimer
Estherville
Gruver
Maple Hill
Ladies League
Young People
C.,.higinbot
First Church of Christ Scientist Public Library
Gardston
Church That Christ Built Services Prompt Time
Church notices urge punctual attendance at both services and ask Sunday School finances be aided by bringing a dime for the offering.
Gag Rule Abolished After Short-Lived Congressional Rule
The so called Gag Rule applied to petitions and papers about slavery. In May 1886 Congress passed a resolution to table without printing or referring three fourths of all such documents. The rule was later abolished after a few years.
Be Kind Always Quote on Kindness
A reflective note on kindness urges that unkind thoughts inevitably leak into behavior and speech. It argues the only true approach is to practice kindness consistently through actions, tone, and words, preserving charitable outlook at all times.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cavell Case
Grand Theater
Julia Arthur
Edith Cavell
Red Cross
Cavell
the Vindicator
Republican
BO. A. Nichols
Emmet County
Eatherville
Emmet County Republican
Iean
Bs Vindicator
Esther
Newrich
Southorida
Europe
Skiver
Wpeeriyi
Jon Sen
Inulgerihe
Des Moines “ Register
Mason City
Ilowa
Railroad Administration
Interstate Commerce Commission
McAdoo
Eathervill
the Club of
Ottumwa
J. F. Deems
eNie
West Palmer
The
Christian Church
Rev. Dunfan
Honey Girl
Richwood
Burt @ Jones
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