Agriculture Exhibit at World’s Fair Showcases U.S. Food Future
At the St Louis World’s Fair the Department of Agriculture occupies a major exhibit space. The display demonstrates climate trials, fruit and vegetable lessons, and the value of research in aiding farmers, stockraisers, and timber producers. It features many edibles, diverse soils, and global comparisons to guide American growers. EDMUND MITCHELL, I. L. Bixby named aide-de-camp to the Iowa Grand Army commander, with a note on membership continuity and post organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Department of Agriculture
Fort
St. Louis
America
Edmund Mitchell
L. Bixby
Grand Army of the Republic
Beach & Bowers Minstrels Delight Local Audiences
Beach and Bowers minstrel company performed at the opera house Friday evening before a decent crowd, delivering a clean bright and amusing show. Otis Bowers carried much of the appeal with a notable stump speech while the troupe’s musical numbers dancing and acrobatics drew praise. Nearby notes discuss rural mail boxes and a farmer’s meal reflecting self sufficiency, plus Sibley merchants forming a business association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beach & Bowers
Beach & Bowers Minstrel Company
Opera House
Otis Bowers
Death of Carl Rekow of Twelve Mile Lake Township
Carl Rekow, a prosperous farmer from Twelve Mile Lake Township, died last Wednesday evening after a week of great suffering following injuries sustained earlier. He leaves a widow and all children. Rekow had lived in the community for fourteen years and was highly esteemed. funeral services were held Friday morning conducted by Rev. W.8. Wischhoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Rekow
Twelve Mile Lake Township
W. 8. Wischhoff
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