Society Roundup Showcases Local Reunions and Visits
The B B club met at Mrs Howard Wagner for an all day sewing event. The Women’s Missionary Society of Bethel church gathered at Mrs Mary Applecate’s home with devotionals and a Africa letter read. Mrs D J Patterson hosted seventy five guests for a fall flower decorated afternoon tea and reception with out of town attendees. Sunset Park hosted multiple reunions including the Long family the Fishburns and the Hotle-Shockley group with dinners and park amusements. Do rothea Wickham pre nuptial party featured pink and white decor and a four course luncheon followed by bridge. The 66th Robert Maxwell family reunion concluded with a picnic and a brief program.
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B. B. Club
Howard Wagner
Women's Missionary Society of Bethel Church
Mary Applecate
Muzzar
Myrtle MecCleery
Africa
Miss Pearson
Nellie Juzeler
India
D.J. Patterson
West Jefferson Street
Robert Patterson
Martha Godfrey
George Hay
D. J. Patterson
W. E. Anderson
Nettie McLaughlin
Esther Hay
Helen Beal
Carolyn McCleery
Elizabeth Sherman
C. S. Woodford
Ella Woodford
Iowa City
Sylvia Warren
Hotle-Shockley
Park
Lawrence
Miltonville
Kansas
Richland
Siourney
Brighton
Dublin
Wellston
Deep River
Washington
Iowa
Cecila Reed
George Holmes
Lem Reed
Will Hotle
Clarence Hotle
Fid Hotle
Sarah Randolph
Jake Hotle
George Hotle
Lucy Whitticore
Ed Libe
Will Dunbar
Howard Baker
Howard Hotle
Homer Hotle
Howard Leacox
George Burham
Oscar Burham
Jim Brock
Ira Hogg
Carkuff
Leonard Reighard
Nick Roberties
Gilbert Gelkemp
Laura Chilcote
Seth Waggoner
George Reighard
Will Shamen
Alice Kent
Tone Carmicheal
Will H. Hotle
Lem Holmes
Dorothea Wickham
Roger Birdsall
FE. C. Ficher
South
Iowa Avenue
Wickham
Lucile Montgomery
Chicago
Mary Harper
Milwaukee
Robert Maxwell
Fred Palmer
Reid McCrory
Irene de Long
Lloyd Patterson
Winfield
Onieta
Vera Palmer
Army will not enter Pony Express revival race
The United States army will not participate in the revival Pony Express race in St Joseph Missouri on August 31. S. N. Snell in charge of arrangements says financing could not be arranged for an army team and the cowboy team will race against time.
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The
Associated Press
St, Osech Mo
United States Army
Pony Express
S. N. Snell
The Pessimist Quote by Bernard Shaw
The quote defines a pessimist as a man who sees others as low minded as himself and hates them for it. It presents a sharp social critique attributed to Bernard Shaw.
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t.—Bernard Shaw
We Can Get Along With the Holier Than Thou Guy
A Louisville Courier Journal line cites frustration with the more self important figure. The quip contrasts the holier than thou man with the more important than thou galoot highlighting social friction.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
Farmers urged to form own market and cut middlemen
Tay Aug 30 The American farmer Hammill urged co operative action to improve farm economics He said farmers must control production and merchandising sell directly to consumers reduce middleman costs and seek fair prices He plans to speak to Green county Farm Bureau Jefferson and then devote time to state affairs.
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Tay
John Ammill
Hammills
Hammill
Green County Farm Bureau
Ebedereion
Jefferson
Tce
Swine Show at OsKaloosa Promises Record Crowd
The Southern Town Fair and Exposition stages a huge swine exhibit in Oskaloosa from September 8 to 14 with a $2000 total premium and ribbons for winners. Officials predict a record-breaking event as premiums attract breeders and visiting farmers.
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Oskaloosa
Advertisement line from the Journal prompts service assurance
A terse note claims the reader should respond with a specific phrase to confirm service. It asserts that saying the exact line guarantees assistance and references an advertisement in the Journal.
Reunion Notes At Local Social Gathering
The report highlights a year end social reunion with renewed acquaintances and refreshed memories. Attending were Mrs. James Palmer and daughter Edna, Rev. and Mrs. Rich McCrory and Harold Tierney, along with Jane Ewing from Colorado Springs.
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James Palmer
Edna
Ricd McCrory
Harold Tierney Washington
Jane Ewing
Colorado Springs
Coal Dealers Urge Prewinter Purchases Amid Supply Concerns
Iowa coal dealers warn of potential winter curtailments and distribution disruption. they urge patrons to stockpile early to avoid congestion and higher costs if eastern fuel and Illinois coal dominate. rail transport is a major risk, with storage low and summer production steady but varied.
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Associated Press
Des Moines
Iowa
Chicago
Illinois
Iawa
Lowa
Middle Western States
Seventh Federal Reserve Bank
Middle West
Coal Age
Leading hog show invites Fair visitors to compare breeds
The leading hog centers in the country prepare for a fair exhibition where visitors can compare top swine breeds and view herds entered by local breeders. Prizes are set for Poland China, Chester White, Duroc Jersey, Hampshire, Spotted Poland China, and Tamworth. Entries close September 1, with Superintendent G. C. Cox organizing premium lists and exhibit pens.
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G. C. Cox
Mummies Made Into Paint
A historical note explains how ancient mummies were exported and ground into a fine liquid pigment for artists, reflecting past beliefs that devalued mummies and allowed their use in commercial paint production.
A Once Holy Herb Vervain’s Decline in Revered Use
The ancient herb vervain once held holy status among Persian Magi and Greek and Roman priests. Thousands of years ago communities carried bundles to sacred altars as an essential ceremonial plant. Its revered role has faded to low contemporary regard.
Vast Hippodrome Draws Forty Million Patrons
During its eighteen years in existence New York's Hippodrome welcomed about 40 million attendees, with roughly one third coming from outside the city.
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New York
Indian Salt: From Medicine to Everyday Staple
The term Indian salt described sugar in the Middle Ages when used by physicians and the wealthy. It later became common with the rise of tea and coffee consumption, transforming into a staple food item.
Simple Test for Gold by Nitre Copper Nitrate Color Test
Geological survey notes a gold test using a glass stopper wetted with nitric acid. Gold remains unchanged while base alloys turn blue from copper nitrate formation.
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The
Geological Survey
Medieval Manners at Medieval Banquets
Noble families of the Middle Ages shared plates and cups. They used fingers instead of forks. They licked plates and wiped teeth on the tablecloth. Al scrambled for the largest portion.
Duns and Bores Take Warning From Dentist Ad
An advertised warning from a Detroit dentist proclaims a tooth extraction for every person visiting their offices tomorrow before midnight, a bold claim noted by the Boston Transcript as a cautionary taunt to customers.
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Duns
Bores
Tentist
Detroit News
Boston Transcript
Wanted Designer for Carpets at Boston Factory
Classified ad notes a request for an experienced designer to create latest carpet designs for a carpet factory. The brief suggests a temporary, profitable role with emphasis on innovative patterns and trend awareness. The offer hints at a strong value for skilled textile design expertise.
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Adv
Boston Transcript
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