Mrs P P Graber Leaves for Funeral
Mrs P P Graber of East Sunset travels to Eureka to attend the funeral of her niece Patricia Ann Hicken daughter of Mr and Mrs George Hicken. Margaret Summers stays with the Graber children. Local social notes include visits and club meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. P. Graber
East Sunset
Clarence Hering
Eureka
Witnejs
Patricia Ann Hicken
George Hicken
Margaret Summers
Grabers
Harry Bishop
Helen
Donald
Wim. Eisele
R. D. Orris
Fred Kup
John Christner
Wayland
Wm. Reschly
Olds
Guy
Fred Eisele
Fred Kupka
Boyd Twinam
Sarsaparilla Made From Smilax Roots
Sarsaparilla is prepared from the fibrous roots of the smilax a plant native to Central America and extending along the southern and western coasts of Mexico to Peru.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central America
Mexico
Peru
McGill Plans Large Sale of Matches to Alumni
McGill University will sell matches to alumni across Canada to raise funds. Officials say the plan aims to generate a small profit through a broad sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University
Montreal
McGill University
McGill
Shirley's Studio Car: Big 1936 Dodge Wins Safety and Economy
Shirley’s mother touts the 1936 Dodge as a safe rugged sedan with hydraulic brakes and responsive steering. The car offers roomy luxury and fuel economy reported at 18 to 24 miles per gallon with oil savings up to 20 percent. It is advertised at new low factory prices around $640 and up, with Airglide Ride comfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shirley
George Temple
Dodge
Detroit
Inaugural Rant On Politics And Puns In Richmond
A sharp, satirical riff targets state liquor store bosses banning dates with liquor salesmen or reporters. The piece mentions Linus Patterson and a green stocking cap, jokes about a wind charger, a professor’s wardrobe, and Ernst Jurgens addressing a Y's Men's club with Socratic self criticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Linus Patterson
Ireland
Dear Joe Letter Remembers Quiet Talk of Past Visit
A personal note expresses affection and hesitation about a recent letter. The writer recalls a joint conversation from their time together and questions how to respond to the sender's wishes. The tone is intimate and reflective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
Molly and I Promise Eternal Love in Letters
A fragment from a personal letter expresses affection and reassurance. The speaker pledges continued care and vows to never be angry, signing off with loving devotion to Molly. The tone is intimate and romantic, emphasizing enduring commitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Molly
Curbston Grocery Letter Updates Home From Washington
Mrs Mark Curbston writes from Washington Iowa to Haze in Indianapolis sharing missing home notes and store news. She describes hiring a new boy Herman Crock from Missouri who is strong but inexperienced, and mentions Sue Terry who sent him and Ezras Flinch who rejected applicants. The letter ends with longing for his return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curbston
Washington
Iowa
Mark Curbston
Dixie Street
Indianapolis
Ind
Haze
Johnny #0
Missouri
Ezra Flinch
Flinch
Sue Terry
Sue
Mark
P. S&s
Herman Crock
Untitled note hints at seasonal retirements and courtesy
A brief, lightly whimsical note mentions liking to rest in winter and avoiding work in all seasons. It closes with a casual sign off and a short social aside about future contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsend
Local pupils cited for perfect attendance in Stringtown report
Stringtown reports today that during the third six weeks period Delmer Widmer Max Leiehty Kathryn Widmer Duane Widmer and Shirley Ann Leiehty had no absences or tardies. The list of pupils with perfect attendance includes Kathryn Widmer Verdella Widmer Ruth Prevenbervier Deane Rinner Duane Widmer and Dorothy Swartzendruber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Rieh
Stringtown
Delmer Widmer
Max Leiehty
Kathryn Widmer
Duane Widmer
Shirley Ann Leiehty
Verdella Widmer
Ruth Prevenbervier
Deane Rinner
Dorothy Swartzendruber
J J. Rieh
Dp. C
Hog shipments and farm chores fill Stringtown notes
Schantz moves to Burlington Wednesday with hogs. Noah Widmer Rex Swan butchered Tuesday. Mrs J D Jones and Mrs Ernest Jones attended Noble book sale Saturday. Attendees at Washington tractor demo include Edd Cummings Elmer Freyenberger Simon Albert Louis Lester Graber Mr Mrs J J Rich Raymond and Joe Widmer Harlan and Marvil. J D Jones and Alvin helped Ernest Jones store ice Saturday. Stringtown pupils begin declamatory work with contest set for late January at Eicher or Stringtown. Edd Widmer and family visited L H Runner. John Holmes and Joe Schilatter cleared snow near Stringtown school. Edd Widmer trucked stock to Wayland for J D Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schantz
Burlington
Noah Widmer
Rex Swan
J. D. Jones
Ernest Jones
Noble
Washington
Edd Cummings
Elmer Freyenberger
Simon, Albert
Louis
Lester Graber
J. J. Rich
Raymond
Joe Widmer
Harlan
Marvil
Alvin
Stringtown
Eicher
Lloyd Volmer
Edd Widmer
L. H
John Holmes
Joe Schilatter
Stringtown School House
Wayland
Harley Rhea Family of South Hill Visit in Burlington
South Hill news notes include Mr and Mrs Harley Rhea and daughter Gwendolyn visiting at Everette Rhea home in Burlington with all Rhea siblings present and a noon pot luck dinner. Other items mention Farrel Young hosting guests, hogs sold to H D Cherry Holmes, and local visits and a newborn named Donald William.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harley Rhea
South Hill
Burlington
Vera L. Sands
Gwendolyn
Everette Rhea
Rhea Brothers
John Long
Washington
Farrel Young
H. D. Cherryholmes
F. H. Sands
Fathom Defined as Six Feet in Marine Practice
A fathom equals six feet and originally described the distance a man can extend his arms. It remains a standard unit used mainly for maritime measurements.
Lytle's Grocery Promises Quick Delivery And Weatherproof Service
Lytle's Grocery advertises a wide delivery service available in all weather. The message emphasizes closeness to customers by phone and emphasizes reliable access to groceries regardless of conditions.
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Joe Palooka
the Samaritan
Heah Road
Fort Pierce
Gawsha
Latimer Davis
Frank Sickles
Mildred Kupka
Leonard Martin
McTee
Ton
Will Booth
Scotts Bluff
Nebraska
Earl Ferguson
Ferguson
Virginia Fund Alta Stafford
Merle Twinam
Will Wooley
Joe Schlatter
Martin Jacobson
Boyd’ Twinam
Mildred
John Williams
Margaret
J. H. Davis
Elizabeth
Crawfordsville
Jim Martin
Gene Stephens
Ainsworth
Chester Cherryholmes
L. A
Elmer Dusenberry
Guy Ross
Emerson Witting
John, Jr
Joe Conrad
Ed Springer
Jake
Emma Conrad
Allen Conrad
Mr. Conrad
Max
Betty
Tom Carris
West Chester
Claire Holmes
Spessard
Shirley Temple
Captain January
Darry PF. Zanuck
Twentieth Century-Fox Film Corporation
Ay the
Ernst Jurgens
Socrates
Mr. Jurgens
X. A
Graham
Texas
Pere
Libby
Jersey
DeWit Food Market
East Side Square
Navy
Michigan
Miller’s Lg
Ibs
Beef
Chuck
Lytle’s Grocery
Toy
van Camp
N. B. C. Excel
Ig. Bus
Mh. Pke
New
California
Parsnips
Fancy
Pillsbury
Richelieu
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