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The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1923-11-28

Today there are great hnanclal re-
turns to be gained from the raising
of stock but the greatest are to be
found in the raising of dairy cattle
and in the production of hogs, sheep,
and poultry.
For the sake of comparing present
day conditions to those of early days,
it is well to revert to some OF the
facts concerning agricultural produc-
ton in the earlier period.
The first settlers who came to Red
wood County and Minnesota after the
great influx of population in 1857 en-
gagged in wheat raising almost ex-
clusively and the virgin soil yielded
from 20 to 80 bushels to the acre
year after year. In fact this county
was long famous for the raising of
wheat, and was among the highest
in the average yield per acre for many
a year.
In 1878 the wheat decline started
and coincident with the drop in wheat
prices the farmers turned their at
tention to diversified farming, dairy
ing, and stock raising, Progress in the
direction Of dairying, however, was
slow. The early settlers brought
with them few mixers and beef
cattle for home consumption but 1t
was not until after the big drop in
wheat prices that the farmers serious
ly turned their attention to stock
raising as leading factor in farm
endeavor. Following this failure the
breeding of short horns and native
cattle was begun and a portion of the
former large wheat fields was turned
to- the production of forage crops.
Large herds, however, were the ex-
ception rather than the rule and
dairying was conducted on quite a
small scale.
Diversified Farming New.
At that time agricultural expert
ment was a new thing and practically
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1923-11-28

Clerk of Court w. G. Weldon is
plumb discouraged! Thus far only
four marriage licenses have been pur-
chased during the month of Novem-
Der. Last year in November there
were thirteen of these necessary little
documents issued and in previous Mo-
MEMBERS the average has run close to
twenty-five. Clerk "Billy" can't un-
derstand why there has been this great
drop in the marriage market.
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1923-11-28
City'S Fine New
Homes Completed
CONTRACTOR HELGREN FINISH
ING LAST OF TEN HOUSES
BUILT HERE THIS SEASON.
SEVEN HOMES OCCUPIED.
BOTSFORD SUPPLIES MATERI-
AIS; LOCAL FIRMS DO HEAT
ING, PLUMBING, ETC.
SEVEN HOMES OCCUPIED.

Ten new homes have been erected
in the new East Addition to Redwood
Falls within the past few months,
this group of new houses being the
beginning of one of the city's finest
residence sections. At least seven of
the new homes will be occupied by
December first and the other three
very shortly after that time. This
building has not only added much to
the appearance of that part of town
but has also helped greatly to relieve
The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1923-11-28
Stockraising Hitting First
Strides in Local Progress
Cattle, Hogs and Poultry Taking the Lead in Assurirg Pros
perity to Redwood County; Great Sources of Wealth
Found ip Growth of Livestock Industry.
Foundation in UnexcelIed Corn Land
Abundany Growing Varieties Of Feeds and Forage Assure
Future Growth Of Stockrasng in Diversified Move
ment Now Rapidly Gaining Headway
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The Redwood gazette. [volume] (Redwood Falls, Minn.) 1873-1940, 1923-11-28
(BY V. S. MULLEN)

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Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Mrs. Tom Bowen Dead

Jonesboro. Aug 10-Mrs. T. A. Bow
en-, wife Of Rev. Bowen of Nettleton,
died yesterday at four o'clock, at the
home OF her son Earl. In this city.
Deceased had been i'll practically all
summer and her death was not unex-
pected. She was great church work
er and devoted wife and mother and
leaves host of friends who with her
husband and sons mourn their great
loss.
The funeral will be held at the
First Methodist Church in this city
tomorrow morning at ten o'clock, con
Quoted by Revs. X. II. l.. Bearden and
J. NJ. Hughey.
Mrs. Bowden was well known in
this county, as the family formerly
lived here at different times while
Rev. Bowen was pastor Of the Metho-
dist churches Of Pocahontas, Reyno.
Sloan, Oak Grove, lavender Springs
and possibly other points.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
The Skaggs Revival

Bro. Henley announces an "all day
esrvice" for next Sunday at Skaggs.
The unusually large and interested
audiences attending the Henley meet
ings, necessitates continuing the SER
vices. More than 1000 attentive audi
tors listen each evening. Bro. Henley
is fearless in his open denunciation of
sins both small or great. The Holy
Oraclesp guide him in his sermons.
The size of his audiences are proof
that the people are anxious to learn
more about God and His word. Prof.
Smith of Birdell is leading the song
service in great way. A basket din
ner will be served Sunday next. Let
every member and friend of the
Skaggs Church of Christ bring a well
filled basket, and spend the entire day
in social and spiritual services. Fine
shade and good water abounds, so you
can be comfortable. Sixteen adults
have confessed Christ in these meet
ings. We feel that eternity alone can
reveal the good accomplished in this
great meeting. Contributed.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
OFF To JonesborO

At a recent meeting of the Amer
ican Legion here the following were ell
ected as delegates to attend the big
convention to be held in Jonesboro
on August "a, 2s, %:
Delegates-Joe s. Decker, o. C.
Mock, Rufus X. Baker, Dorsey Tins
ley.
Alternates- +. Mays, f.. NJ.
Greer, +. Il. Bates Robert Kolley.
The railroad company has granted
reduced rates for the occasion and
tickets may be secured by calling on
the Post officials. Cars will leave
Pocahontas on the morning Of the
9th. but those going ON the train
should leave Sunday, the 26th.
Joe S. Decker has been appointed
by the state commander as one of n
committee to draft memorial resolu-
tions for the late President Harding.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Auditing officials Books

Several weeks ago County Judge
Million employed an auditing company
of Memphis to audit the books of the
county officials. A partial report has
been submitted and In that report we
are informed that certain Irregular
titles have been charged against X.
II, Gullett, sheriff and collector. Re
garding the matter Mr.. Gullett pub
fishes the following letter addressed
to the people of Randolph county:
'Pocahontas, Ark, Aug. IA, 1924
HTo the Tax Payers:
you have no doubt learned before
this time that County Judge Million
has an auditing company out of Mem
phis, auditing the county records, and
too. you may be wondering what the
result of this audit will be. First, let
me say that if there are any irregular
titles in the county accounts, espec-
tally in the collectors settlements.
know nothing of 1t, and If there be
any such l shall be as glad to correct
them as would Judge Million or any
one else.
The auditors have not as yet COM
pleted< their report, but have made a
partial report to the county judge,
which report shows me. as collector Of
the county revenue. indebted to the
county, but the bulk of the indebted
ness is interest charged me on 1920
and 1921 revenues, which ii is claim
ed 1 should pay. and some delin-
quents which the judge claims | should
not have had credit for in my former
settlements.
"Will say farther that as soon as
settlements for 1922 revenue are APP
proved and recorded that the regular
Commissioners of accounts, appointed
by hte circuit court of Randolph coun-
ty, and which Mr.. w. T. Stubblefeld
is chairman, will make complete
audit and the public shall be informed
as to the status of conditions"
Respectfully Submitted.
"R. H. Gullett,
sheriff and Collector"
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
School Opening

The Pocahonras Public Schools will
open for the fall term on Monday, Sep
tember 10th. A faculty of well train
ed and experienced teachers has been
secured. The regular course Of study
as outlined by the State Department
of Education with its maximum re-
quirements will be given in the gram
mar grades A full four year high
school course in keeping with the most
modern tendencies of education will
be offered in the high school. The
course will embrace four years Of
English, two years Of Latin, two years
of French three or four years Of Math-
ematics. three or four years Of His
tory, and two years of science. Par
ents are urged to start their children
at the very first OF the school and keep
them in school throughout the year.
Children who will be six years of age
before February LIST. 1924 are request
ed to start at the first Of the school
term. We cannot do justice to begin
ners who come in late. All children
must have a record of successful vac
cinatiOn against smallpox. Parents
will please attend to this matter in
order that the child may lose no time
from school Any further informa-
ton will be gladly furnished in per-
sonal interview, by telephone, or by
letter We aretexpecting a most sue
cessful school year, for the patrons
and children are ready to help in any
way they can.
Daily Thompson, Supt.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Get Together Club

The members and friends of the
Get-together Club enjoyed six games
of 800 at the club rooms last Thurs
day evening. Those scoring high were
Mrs. j. l.. Bristow, who received a
fruit plate. Mr. G. G.. Raines, a pocket
comb, BOBBY prize. memorandum book.
was awarded to Miss Catharine Car
ter; Menard Fisher received a French
harp.
A delicious one-course luncheon
was served by Mesdames Chas. Wilson
and Kennon Dunn.
The Club will give dance Monday
night, Aug. 20. Phil Baxter's Or
chestra Of Pine Bluff will furnish the
music. A large crowd is expected to
attend. Come and spend an enjoy
able evening. Committee.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Services At st. Paul's

BY order Of the Right Rev. Bishop
Norris Of Little Rock memorial servi-
ces for our late President were con-
Quoted in all the Catholic churches
of the state. In accordance with these
instructions st. Paul's congregation OF
Pocahontas assembled in the church
to assist at high mass at 800 a. m.
Friday following which the pastor,
Rev. FIR. Froitzheim delivered a short
sermon in which he paid high tribute
to the memory of President Harding.
Pointing to our late Presidents be-
ginning as a farmers boy, subsequently
rising from a printer 10 various pos
itions in public service OF his state,
and finally attaining the highest hon
or conferred on any individual by the
American people, namely the Pres
ident OF the United States. During
his entire public life. he had shown
himself TO be a very conscientious man
in the performance Of his duties in
the public service.
Rev. Froitzheim also pointed out the
bravery Of Mrs. Harding In the hour
Of her sad bereavement, and compar-
ed to her to the women of the old Tes-
lament and the mother Of Jesus. who
saw her own son crucified and die on
the cross while she stood by unassisted
Mrs. Harding had repeatedly declared
that she would not break down
Concluding his sermon. Father
Froitzhelm stated. that while the coun-
try has sustained a great loss In the
death Of Warren G. Harding. the Pres
idency does not die with the presi-
dent The presidency Is continued by
a successor as provided by the consti-
tuition. namely the Vice President,
then earnestly requested the prayers
Of the people for the success of the
new President and the welfare of our
country
Similar services were conducted at
st. Johns church at Eugleberg by
Rev. Father Herringer
Il. j. Grieshaber,
James Favor.
J. NJ. Holman.
Committee.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
School Faculty Completed

The school board for Pocahontas
Special School District has announced
that the faculty for the coming term
Of public and high schools has been
selected and contracts signed by the
following teachers:
DAILY Thompson. superintendent; Il.
+. Hulen, principal; Henry w. Ben
ton of West Plains, Mo-, high school.
For the grades are the following (:
Chas. Baker. Mrs. Berna Finley. Mrs.
Il. A. Mock, Mrs. Chas. Baker, Mrs. f..
T.. Hulen. Misses Pearl Gibson and
Ruth Clark. Music and expression
Miss Mickey Haltom.
School will begin Sept. 10th.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Baptist Church Notes

Sunday school better than a week
ago.
Preaching congregations better at
both hours.
Our protracted meeting has been
postponed for at least a month.
All our regular services next Sun.
day. Preaching at II a. m. and I :3O
p. m.
All members Of our church are es.
pecially urged to come next Sunday
morning.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Memorial Services

Special Memorial services for Pres
ident Harding were held at number
OF places in Randolph county last
week. In Pocah0ntas a special ser,
vice was held at the Methodist church
Thursday evening. beginning at S
O'Clock. 1t had been planed to have
an open mir meeting and the program
rendered ON court square in order to
give everybody an opportunity to par
ticlpate in the services, but on ac-
count Of unfavorable weather it was
deemed best to have the services at
the church.
Ihe program was opened with pray
er by the Rev. Raymond Henley OF
the Christian church, after which a
double Quartette sang lead Kindly
Light"
Major Horace p. RufT then spoke.
representing the American Legion.
giving a short Biographical sketch of
President Harding, paying a high tri-
butte to the man, his life and work.
He was followed by Hen Drew Bow
ers, who spoke for the citizens, Of the
great life and works Of our deceased
president.
The choir then sang the Battle
Hymn of the Republic" and Nearer
My God To Thee" which was follow
ed by a short address by the Rev.
Raymond Henley, who sought to
weave into one the addresses of Major
Ruff and Mr.. Bowers. The words of
the speakers caused all to forget that
there had ever been any party lines,
or that there was any more north
or south. The audience was made up
TO people of the several political faiths
and there was as much genuine re-
gret exhibited by one as by the other.
The benediction was pronounced by
the Rev A. t. Galloway.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Cotton Meeting

A report that worms are damaging
cotton I'm the Cherokee Bay section
has reached here and 1t is announced
that Mr.. Bennett, who is greatly inter
ested there, has called meeting for
Friday morning Of this week at 10
o'clock, at Reyno at which time and
place he will advise cotton farmers
what to do. All cotton farmers in
vlted TO attend the meeting.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Killed by Train

A horrible accident occurred at
OKean, ten miles east of Pocahontas
Tuesday afternoon when Fred Bode,
age 81 years, was fatally injured in n
railroad accident Mr.. Bode was in
his car and was driving slowly as he
approached the railroad crossing at
about the time No 3, fast train was
due He either failed TO see or hear
the approaching train or else lost con-
troll of his car and had just reached
the center of the track when the train
struck the car squarely in the side
hurting it at least 20 feet Mr. Bode
was thrown through the windshield
and his body was picked up about
fifty feet further on from the place
where the car stopped. 1t was
found that he had suffered a frac-
tured skull and other serious cuts
about the head and face, one arm and
one leg was broken and he was other
wise horribly cut and bruised.
The injured man was placed on the
train and rushed to Walnut Ridge
where Drs. Land and Swindle attend
ed him. He was beyond surgical aid,
however, and died shortly after reach
ing Walnut Ridge.
Mr. Bode was born in Pocahontas
and was one of the county's best citi-
zens. He and his brother, G. f. Bode,
had been engaged in business in
O'Kean for more than 20 years and
the families are well and favorably
known all over Randolph and adjoin-
ing counties. The deceased leaves a
wife and two children, one daughter,
grown and a son, age IA years.
The funeral will be held at the fam
lily home this Thursday morning
and burial will be in the Sharum GEM
etery.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Cut The Weeds

Mayor Brown has issued an order
that all property owners must cut the
weeds along the sidewalks and on va
cant lots. People living in rented
property are required TO cut the weeds
on the property occupied by them.
The order goes into effect at once and
must be complied with, otherwise the
marshal will be instructed to have the
work done and collect pay from the
owner or occupant Of the property.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Birthday Dinner

Quite a number OF relatives and
friends enjoyed six o'clock dinner
at the home Of Mr.. and Mrs. NJ. J.
Lloyd on last Sunday evening in honor
OF Mr.. Lloyd's birthday. He and his
wife had been visiting in a nearby
neighborhood and on their return
home they were completely surprised
to find a large number Of guests wait
Ing to enjoy the bounteous repast thus
prepared in his honor.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
KLANsMEN TAKE NOTICE

All klansmen are hereby notified to
attend a meeting next Monday night
some where in O'Kean Township. You
will be shown place on the road
from Sharum to Peach Orchard. Let
none fail. Business of Importance.
III Bo Tim.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17

Miss Katie Stout Of Jonesboro Is
the guest Of her aunt, Mrs. n. Bar
thel this week.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17

Mrs. J. L. Rector and babe and Miss
Ada clark motpred to JonesbOrO Wed
nesdsy.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17
Our Honor Roll

We have received the following new
and renewal subscriptions to The Star
Herald since last issue:
o G Bunch, Judson Con, Raymond
Henley Mrs Florence Hopkins. Mrs
l. l. shemwell, 7 Powell, A J Cole,
W Johnson, Mrs Byron Wilkins, r NJ
Brewer, Oscar Redwine. Arlo Thomas,
W II Williams. Geo McRae, Mrs r o
Freeman, l. Wilmington. w Mat
thews, Sam Rogers, d II Hawkins, T
p Edlin, A B Ford. J r Smith. J s
Warner, Mrs L Il Campbell, B b
Raglin.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17

Sole Bleeden Of Jonesboro spent the
weekend here with the Alperin's.
Pocahontas star herald., 1923-08-17

Abe AlDerin and family motored to
Jonesboro Sunday and spent the day
with friends. A.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-04
BIG PETITIONS
FOR ARNOLD TRAIL.

Pennington, Nc. May Embarrassing
interest in the Arnold Trail highway
from Eustis to Woburn is indicated
by petition which has been filed with
the county commissioners of Franklin
county. signed by Jusiah H. Thompson,
judge of the probate court and cashier
of the First National Bank Of Farm
ington. Maine. and 3i00 other legal
voters of Franklin county.
This follows Il petition which was
presented a year ago by 1891 citizens
of Franklin county asking for the To-
cation of the same highway. 1t shows
an increase over the former petition
of 1910 signatures. a gain of about sc
por cent. Up to that date the former
petition was the largest ever presented
to the commissions of this county, and
is thought to be the largest ever pre-.
scented 90 board of county commits.
Sioners in the State.
Pennington furnishes the largest
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-04
Belfast
Lake Fishing Opening - Re.
elect Evans as Hospital Di'
rectOrs Head -B. p. W.
News

While there has been more or less
/ fishing at Swan lake during the past
two weeks, the let actually cleared on
Sunday but thus far there has been
SO much surface water running in and
such cold. rainy weather not great
many enthusiasts have tried their luck.
Those who have done so, however,
have had pretty good luck and some
good catches of salmon have been
made. y little warm sunshine will
improve matters and the coming week
end will find large number out with
rod and reel.
Edward Evans will serve another
year as president of the board of di-
rectors of the Waldo County General
hospital. which has just completed one
of the most successful years in it's his
tory. The presidents report shows
| the work exceeds any previous Year and
the report Of Treasurer r. A. Bran
hall places the finances in most sat
isfactory state. Frank l. Wilson is
secretary of the board.
The following delegates have been
elected by the Belfast Business & Pro-
fessonal Women's Club to attend the
| State convention which will be held in
Bangor May 1926: Miss Anne NJ. Kit
tredge, chairman Of publicity commit
tee; Mrs. Lillian NJ. Pattce. chairman
program committee; Mrs. Therese
Southland, corresponding secretary. AL
| ternates, Mrs. Grace c. Pilsbury, chair
man comrade committee; Mrs. Hazel
Fernald and Mrs. Basil Allen. Mrs
Sara Latin Hammons as president will
also go as a delegate.
1t was gentlemen's night at the Bel
fast Business Professional Womens
h
lar weekly auction was held. Mrs. Will
liam H. Wilder was chairman and there
were 10 tables in play. The prize win
ners were Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Hub
bard, guests at Mrs. Henry Smiths ia
tle.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1923-05-04
PERSONAL MENTION

Mrs. Ada Bush OF Athens is ill at
the homeof her son, in Bangor
Ernest Hanscom has been at his
farm in Canaan.
+. Fl. Vaughn, one of Norridge-
Wock's merchants is i'll.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Goodwin of
North Fairfield were in town Wed
nesday.
w. w. Johnson. road commissioner
at Madison was in town on business
Thursday.
Mrs. Frank Fleury of Fairfield
passed Thursday in Skowhcgan, the
guest of friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward Annas and
daughter returned Thursday from
/, Bangor where they have been nassinp
q few days with relatives.
|, Clayton keene of Cornville went to
Waterville Thursday to visit his mo-
thcr. Mrs. Ethel Keene, until the first
of the week.
Mrs. Irving Smith and daughter.
Mrs. Evelyn Flewellyn of Cornville.
were business callers in town Thurs
day.
MIS-. Walter Fehtiman and her
mother, Mrs. John Parme' of Bing-
nam, have been in town the guests
or their cousin, Mrs. Henry Thomas
Mrs. Edith Wescott of CornyilIe
went to Waterville Thursday to visit
until Monday with her daughter, Mrs,
Ecrn Mosher.
Dr. Cora Johnson, superintendent
of the State Reformatory for Women
returned Thursday from Portland
where she has been in attendance at
a buyers conference.
Miss Olinda Weston and her cousin
Mrs. G. a. Getchell, with whom Miss
Weston has passed the winter in Wa
terville, arrived in town Thursday to
pass few days visiting friends.
sheridan Green has assumed his
former position as clerk fer the Ken
nebec Log Driving company and has
commenced his duties, going to Fair
field few days ago where he is To-
Gated.
Ernest A. Rowell, freight clerk at
the local freight office of the M. c..
K. r.. is having a weeks vacation
from his duties and has gone to
Franconia. n. H.. where he is the
guest of his brother and wife, Pro-
fessor and Mrs. Harold Rowell.
Micheal st. Ledger has this week
assumed the operation of the moving
picture business which he recently
purchased at Madison and Mr.. st.
HIedger's brother. Andrew st. Ledger,
of Boston. has come to take charge
of the business.
Mrs. Herbert l.. Nichols left Thurs
day morning for Richmond where she
went as a delegate from the Ladies
Social Circle of the Centenary Meth