Many New Exhibitors at Ames Corn Shows
At Ames Iowa on January 6 the junior and senior corn shows report higher entries than Des Moines with 250 junior and 200 senior exhibitors. Total short course enrollment reaches 575 led by many young attendees. Educator Mr Tavener outlines new farming oriented high school tracks and garden projects.
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Ames
Des Moines
Tavener
Coin
Page County
Iowa
Morrison
Wallace
Page County Rural School
Omaha
Miss Field
Centenarian Reuben Burnham Treated To Birthday Reception
At a reception honoring Reuben Burnham on his 100th birthday a guest asked how it felt to be old. Burnham replied he feels fine and does not fear death, noting that very few men die at the age of 100.
Circulation of Wealth Versus Legislation
Andrew Carnegie argues that wealth should move freely from rich to poor without legislative barriers, claiming it benefits the nation as a whole. He contends government intervention hampers economic flow and societal progress.
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Andrew Carnegie
Sermon Notes on Talent Parable and Call to Service
The afternoon sermon at the M. E. Church discusses the parable of the talents and the duty to use gifts. It emphasizes faithfulness with one talent, God seeking volunteers, and the need for individuals like Moses and Isaiah to answer God’s call. The message also praises the chorus choir directed by Professor Babbitt.
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Moses
God
Babbitt
Anderson and Wilson Coal Ad Urges Preparedness
Round trip ticket buyers feel safe returning home and those with coal in the bin feel secure during a blizzard. The ad advises stocking up while roads are good and promises no mistake in filling your bin.
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Anderson & Wilson
Farmers Mutual Insurance Annual Meeting Held
The Washington County Farmers' Mutual Insurance Association held its annual meeting today to elect officers and hear officer reports. The company shows a healthy gain with light losses, and a full report will appear in tomorrow's Journal.
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Washington County, Farmers’ Mutual Insurance Association
School Notes Resume After Snow Break
Students returned to reg ular routines with renewed energy after a nearly two week vacation. Weather delayed some teachers. Miss Hutchinson was absent and Miss Jamison arrived late. Miss Nichols came in last night. Orchestra moved to Wednesdays. New book cases and a smok e flue were added during vacation to improve access and heating efficiency. The senior civics exam focused on Iowa government.
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Miss Hutchinson
Miss Jamison
Miss Nichols
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Washington
Sol Rich
Jd. W. McConnell
William Owen
Graham
Chicago
M.E. Church
Doctor Buckner
Jesus Christ
Egypt
Civics
Government of Iowa
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