Iceland in July 1926 An Icelandic Field Report
Orville Bider notes Iceland’s modern development from volcanic formation to a primarily fishing economy. Reykjavik dominates population while farming remains stark and rocky. hay, sheep, and cows sustain isolated farms. The land is treeless. roads are dirt. summer blooms color sparse yards amid rugged scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reykjavik
Iceland
Norway
Harold Fairhair
Teeland
Ieeland
Denmark
Tceland
New England
Spud Vovs
Ponda
Arlowan
Flo
Bible Thought for Today Quote on Love to God and Obedience
A brief devotional note highlights Jos 23 5 urging faithful diligence to love the Lord, walk in His ways, keep commandments, cleave to Him, and serve with all heart and soul as daily guidance.
Iceland and Ireland contrasted in a wandering travel note
The piece praises Iceland’s abundant nature and educational system while noting its lack of railways. It contrasts Iceland with Ireland’s development, and recalls Icelandic youths observing American life and technology. The essay reflects on geography, modernization, and cultural differences.
Local News From Ainsworth and Gray Area
Ainsworth and Gray community notes detail visits by residents from Chow Chila Chicago Grundy Center Waterloo and Riverside. Hog vaccination and threshing progress are reported along with church services and social gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grundy Center
Edith Reaney
Waterloo
Roger Colthurst
Elle Wallace
Louie Schwab
Parking Discretion Inspires Philosopher’s Parking Jest
In a Fort Wayne News-Sentinel item a columnist notes a driver who parks among shiny cars to test backing-out angles. The quip frames the vehicle as a bus, joking that both sides will reverse safely to avoid a collision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Wayne News-Sentinel
Daily Lessons in English Word Usage and Validity
A compact note blends language guidance with a daily word study. It defines validity as legal force and justness and cites a sample sentence about a plea in court. The item surveys misused terms and pronunciation hints in a period newspaper voice.
Gladiola display trends steady for Washington area garden clubs
Local readers report a rising interest in gladiola blooms as Mr Green, a noted gladiola expert, showcases a garden bouquet collection at the Journal office. The display features reds whites purples pinks and other hues drawing flower lovers to his Washington area garden and bulb business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wls Green
Ce Journal
Mr Green
Green
Washington
Glidiola Center
Southeastern
Iowa
Journal
Lost Time Is Not to Be Hunted, Says Expert
An expert cautions against chasing lost time and urges mindful time management. The article emphasizes valuing present moments and avoiding obsessive pursuit of missed opportunities.
Devotion Lesson Turns Grim Insurance Gag
A teacher uses a river tragedy to teach duty, prompting a class discussion. A man risks drowning and his wife rushes to help, leading to a grim joke about insurance money. A separate quip mocks a lover’s kiss as sachet powder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aoman
Obeying Orders Prisoner Confession Reprimand Details
A fragment recalls a courtroom exchange where a prisoner admits receiving a rug from a lady and being ordered to beat it. The quoted dialogue presents a defiant exchange with the judge, reflecting a case concerning coercion and instruction.
Statue sentence request sparks language lesson
A strange line from the Allegheny Alligator notes a student prompted to use the word statue in a sentence. The fragment hints at a playful exchange with a parent figure pressing for the word.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abbie
Pappa
Allegheny Alligator
Fraternizing With The Foe Sunday School Appeal
An Iowa Sunday School notice invites readers to study sin from new angles and promises an engaging session. It suggests seeking contributors after the departure of current helpers and ends with a call for assistance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Heavy rainfall ruins oats and wheat across farms
August 10 report notes thousands of bushels ruined as oats turn black and moldy, with black straw. It records travel and local movements, including Iva and Neva Popham visiting their grandmother, nurse training plans for Neva in Kirkville, Rural Ladies Club notes, and multiple families relocating due to Rock Island’s Bumble Bee service cut.
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Wellman
Iva
Neva Popham
Margaret Popham
Neva
Kirkaville
Missouri
Rural Ladies Club
Floyd Griffith
Griffith
Lee Walton
Ed Dailey
Decorah
Maginus
Muscatine
Pete Beechler
West Union
Iowa
Rock Island
Mody Cannett
Nes Moines
Eardley Bell, Jr
Chas. Carter
Percy Klockenteger
Lloyd Whetstine
Chas. Carter, Sr
Floyd Atking
Washington
Albert Greiner
Max McCrabb
Kinross Savings Bank
Max
Security Savings Bank
Max the banker praised as town’s good fortune in local notes
Local column gushes over Max as a trustworthy banker who will boost Kin roes economy. Prank Stransky nearly drowned rescuing horses when a flooded creek rose near Mrs. Vinlow Rickeye. Wellman hosts a successful United Chautauqua Circuit show from August 3 to 6 with acts like Lockhart Lassies and the Kanda Duo, ending with plans for a next year association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max
Kinroes
Stransky
Vinlow Rickeye
Streats
Mrs. Rickey
Wellman
United Chautauqua
Des Moines
Iowa
J. Coates Lockhart
Sectch
Lassies
Lockhart Cata
Kanda Duo Co
A. G. Lacey
Ag Bird
Bobn
Foster
F. C. Schroeder
J. K B. Coffey
Chautauqua Co
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the Evening Journal
Washington County
Elder, Shannon & CO
Bruce Cowden
Publishers News
East Main Street
Mutual 44
Waeehington
Ireland
Orville Bider
Teland
Ao Universal College
Thess
Teeland Hee Jong
America
Oceana
Ainsworth
Gray
Gray Threshing Company
Nicholson
Swift
Geo
Hoo Club
George Brown
PD. Hesseltine
Eureka
Frederick Blick
Pittsburgh
Lew Fetes
I. B. Woxworth
Glen Knapp
Baxters
Whiting
BY the
Way
Chantenqua Audienc
Chey
Corpors
Poser
Iar
Milton
Vonyious
Union Pacific Magazine
Little Boy
Wae-inaton
Poppa
Chapparral
Bass
Abe Martin
Abaen-Mindely
Southern Utilities Company
Firestone
Triangle Auto Supply Co
Iowa Ave
2Nd St
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