Jubilee gathering of Pythian Sisters and Knights of Pythias at Wellman
A Brighton report lists attendees including Mrs. Dave McNeese Mrs. F B Dunbar Mrs. Blanch Mortimore Jack Dunbar Hod Brier Mrs. Fred Wanerius Mrs. Ralph Tracy Mary Maxine Tracy Mr and Mrs John Mullikin Mrs Harry Mullikin Mrs Frank McClean Tommy McClean Mr and Mrs Curtis Kessel Homer Brown and Ed Thomas The Christian church aid society held a social at Mrs Anson Woodford home with 28 women present A flower and efficiency contest entertained the afternoon and guests enjoyed straw berries ice cream cupcakes mints and coffee A visit from Mr and Mrs H H Phillips and their son Russel Alan occurred Saturday evening
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Brighton
Pythian Sisters
Knights of Pythias
Wellman
Dave McNeese
F. B. Dunbar
Blanch Mortimore
Jack Dunbar
Hod Brier
Fred Wanerius
Ralph Tracy
Mary Maxine
Tracy
John Mullikin
Harry Mullikin
Frank McClean
Tommy McClean
Curtis Kessel
Homer Brown
Ed Thomas
Christian Church Ald Society
Anson Woodford
H. H. Phillips
Russel Alan
Chicago Cash Corn Prices Mixed Across Grades
Chicago prices list mixed feed corn quality with several grade ranges noted. Percentages span No 1 mixed to No 4 mixed and yellow varieties, including white and sample grades, ending with an estimate of carlets at 205.
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Chicago
Hogs and cattle prices mixed as market slips in Chicago
Chicago markets report hogs 10 to 20 cents lower with top at 9.05. For 170 to 230 lb hogs prices range 8.90 to 9.05, 250 to 280 lb at 8.65 to 8.90, and 290 to 325 lb at 8.50 to 8.65. Packing sows 7.50 to 8.50, light weights 7.90 to 8.15. Cattle and calves show steady tone. beef steers 9.75 to 11.00, cows 5.50 to 8.00, calves 5.00 to 9.25. Sheep listings: lambs 9.26 to 10.00, yearlings 6.00 to 7.85, ewes 3.00 to 4.00. Estimated tomorrow: cattle 9,000. hogs 15,000. sheep 8,000.
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Chicago
Sunset Park Improvements and Notable Signings
Sunset park gains appeal as gravel drives widen, while Sam Chapman, a collegian signed by the Philadelphia Americans, is praised by Ty Cobb and acquired by Connie Mack for 8000 dollars. Dizzy Dean’s absence hits St. Louis attendance. Armstrong will receive a 100000 dollar lifelong annuity.
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Sam Chapman
Philadelphia Americans
Connie Mack
Ty Cobb
Cobb
Chapman Mack
Sam
Keota area farming report notes progress and farm work
A rural update details local farmers like Ward McCutchen and A R Strum and son Bill plowing with two 2 row cultivators. It mentions electric fencing by R H Fulton, cattle and pigs, Chinese Elm trees, and forthcoming road work by J E Deal. Corn planting and dry seasons are noted with several neighbors mentioned.
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A. R. Strum
Bill
Keota R
West Chester
Washington R. 4
Harvest time on local farms with alfalfa hay
Fred Sheetz assisted by Lob Sheetz and his son stack alfalfa hay on the farm while many fields are in harvest. Frank Feltz, south of Valley, works in his wood shop as weather aids farm labor and hay preparation.
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Fred Sheetz
Lob Sheetz
Frank Feltz
Valley
Century Old Walnut Lumber Feeds Dam Settlement
The text notes furniture made from white walnut lumber over 100 years old near the North Platte river. Frank and Ned Feitz, Osalala’s son, visit him as the dam damages Feltz’s farm. The dam company has paid Feltz over $21,000, with possible future payments. the son is a Lincoln Law School graduate.
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Frank
Feitzs
Osalala
Ned
North Platte River
Feltzs
Feltz
Lincoln Law School
Rural mail delays draw complaints from residents
Residents report no rural mail service from Frank Feltz to Rublo with boxes left at nearest corners and some homes receiving no newspapers as a result. The note cites disrupted delivery impacting news access.
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Frank Feltz
Rublo
Summer colds spread across towns and counties
The note reflects widespread summer illnesses across multiple places as communities struggle to shake lingering colds and health concerns amid uneven recovery. Authorities urge hygiene and precautionary measures to curb transmission.
Summer Colds From Temperature Shifts and Cures
An article reviews how summer colds arise from rapid temperature changes after exercise or swimming and advises gradual cooling, dry rub downs, avoiding heat shocks, and alcohol rubs. It notes internal congestion as part of treatment and promotes moderate movement to prevent overheating.
Chicago Produce Market Report Shares Mixed Receipts
Chicago market notes show produce receipts for exegs and tutter with varied firsts and extras, current receipts, and dirtles figures. Poultry prices remain steady to easy with ranges for springers broilers ducks geese and turkeys roosters listed.
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Chicago
Chicago Grain Table Highlights Mixed July Wheat and Corn
The Chicago Grain Table shows July wheat at 77% high 79% open with a close around 77. Sept wheat fluctuates near 70 with a 77% close. Corn July trades around 57% to 59% with steady closes, while oats hover near 27%. Rye proceeds from 44% to 64% through December.
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Chicago
Milk farm chatter and rural life near Rubio
The column depicts the Daering family east of Rubio on Brighton Road feeding cows and sharing home news. Mrs Daering refuses to milk one cow while Mr Daering tests another, and John rushes home for daily news money as eggs and milk supplies fluctuate on the farm.
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John Daering
Rubio
Brighton R
Daering
John
Home Daily News
Farm family keeps busy as Charlie Dickings improves
Mrs. Charlie Dickings and Mrs. Barnes of Rubio share chores at a busy farm home. Charley expresses that these women know only work, while observers note Charley’s health is improving and hopeful for continued recovery.
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Charlie Dickings
Glens
Mrs. Barnes
Rubio
Charley
Parcell Family Home Near Black Hawk Featured
A brief description highlights J. Parcell and Janet's well kept home just south of Black Hawk with chores completed and a sense of comfortable living for the young residents.
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J. Parcell
Black Hawk
Janet
Unclear fragment references raspberries and friends
The text describes raspberries and a family context with neighbors across the road. It mentions being foundered at a day and being off feed, then plans to see friends later with thanks.
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Josephine Hendricks
Clarence Brown
Dale Gallagher
Dickinsons discuss cattle pigs and dairy products for market
Mrs. Dickinson notes Cy Dickinson and Merle have extra good cows and Hampshire pigs soon ready for market. She says cold cream helps convalescents, and thanks readers, hinting at updates next summer or late fall.
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Cy Dickinson
Merle
Hampshire
Out of Town Move After Brighton Car Gatherings
The note recalls leaving town due to large car crowds in Brighton and plans to return later. Mentions Melvin Bender visiting Washington for a picture show and his job at Bridges-Martin dairy. Thanks are given for a letter and money from James Havel Jr. of Ainsworth RK, with hope to improve the community in the near future.
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Brighton
Melvin Bender
Washington
Bridges-Martin Dairy
James Havel Jr
Ainsworth RK
Stan ley Hack Poised As Promising Young Infield Asset
Chicago coach Billy Webb of the Americans touts Stanley Hack of the Nationals as one of baseballs best young infielders noting his defensive finesse at third base. Hack once worked as a bank clerk and initially failed in his first majors attempt before succeeding later.
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Webb
Hack
Billy Webb
Chicago Americans
Stanley Hack
Chicago Nationals
Auto misses corner smashes into home porch
In Charles City a car driven by William Biggers missed a turn and struck the Summerfield home porch. Biggers was charged with driving while intoxicated and released on $500 bond. Three passengers were in the vehicle.
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Charles City
A. G. Summerfield
William Biggers
Summerfield
Biggers
Iowa weed law aims to cut losses by destroying noxious plants
The Iowa general assembly adopted a new weed law to reduce losses from noxious weeds estimated at at least one dollar per acre. Farmers must destroy or prevent seed bearing weeds, with primary weeds such as quack grass and Canada thistle and secondary weeds including wild mustard and puncture vine. County weed commissioners will enforce measures, with penalties up to 100 dollars for neglect.
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Ames
Iowa
General Assembly
County Board of Supervisors
How trees make food in summer and store energy
The text explains that trees manufacture their food during summer. Leaves act as food factories using air and light, transforming mineral salts from the ground. Some reserve food is stored in the trunk roots and limbs and drawn upon in winter to sustain life.
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