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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1903
Page
4
Union Creek South Carolina reporter notes persistent rain crippling gardens and seeds washed into streams. Bridges deteriorate under high water while locals cope with flooded fences, a near drowning at Big Springs bridge, and community visits amid stormy conditions.
Big Springs notes two cyclones so far and lists visits by Hmil L Vallin to John Johnson last Sunday, Lindgren preached with Rev Nelson winning at Sioux Falls, A W Johnson and family to Ed Leafsted last Sunday, G J Johnson at Joe Johnson on business, Marthe Lindgren visiting Matsons, Herman Anderson planning a large barn this summer, Carl Johnson from Chicago visiting relatives, and a fencing day last week amid high creek water.
A late sunshine shines over Chatsworth amid showers. Geo F Jones returned from Barneveld Wisconsin, visiting briefly. A E Peters and D E Kennedy of Akron worked in town. G B Reed attended a dance in Akron, learning it was postponed. G E Wells returned from Chicago via several towns. A river scare on Union Creek led a washerman to place a boat on a hill then milk cows. Ethel Lawrence came back from Hawarden after Northwestern wreck. Alva L Seamands disappeared suddenly Saturday afternoon. Miss Mary Kennedy returned home Tuesday after a term near Elk Point. Misses Oin and Mae Waterman went to Hawarden, returning Monday. Dr Lends visited town between trains Tuesday. Sal Hi Pilla adds to his house. George Patrick returned to duties on the farm after Behodat. Howard Green reports having fine Short-horn herd in the United States.
Seamanos and Miss Arta Angelia Ogden wed at her parents home three miles south of Akron on June 3 1903 in a pink and white decorated setting. Rev P E Bartlett performed the ceremony as relatives gathered. The bride wore white silk and received many gifts including a $500 check from her father. The groom, M W Seamandss youngest son, is a pharmacist now working in Chataworth where the couple will reside after June 25.
A Saturday afternoon game between Breezy Hill and Akron drew a large crowd. Akron led 2-0 early but Breezy Hill surged ahead, scoring repeatedly after the first inning. Breezy Hill pitchers Will Buryansk and Hal Port, with catcher James Buryanek, held Akron in check as the Hill nine pulled away for the win. Clarence Barr worked for Akron, with Harry Webster closing in the final frame. The Breezy Hill squad displayed superior teamwork and batting throughout.
Reports from Westfield detail river levels allowing limited crossings and the return of trains after repairs. Miss Camilla Martin leaves Wisconsin due to her mother’s illness from a runaway accident. Ice cream socials and church activities are postponed or canceled because of storms and a serious accident involving Mrs. J. J. Martin. Annie Chapman completes a nine month school term at Richland as B Reese relocates his barber shop across the street.
A two-year-old red bull with a white face wandered into a pasture around May 20. Owner may reclaim by paying charges. A Baker.
Funeral services were held for Postmaster Cannon with out of town friends in attendance. Among honored guests were Mr. and Mrs. Slaughter of Sioux City, Mayor Bryant and wife, Mrs. McGinnis and daughter Fern, of Vermillion, Hon. Brigson and wife of Elk Point, Mrs. Jeffers from Gayville, Mrs. Quigley of Hawarden, C. S. Rowley of Adaville, and others unnamed.
A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Harry Hrebeck in Akron on Friday May 29. A son born to Mr and Mrs Isaac Harris north of Akron on Tuesday June 2 1908. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Martin Reece near Richland Ohio on June 3 1903. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs H A Sunday at Wigafield township on Thursday June 4 1903.
Notice states that Watrek G Scorn will not be responsible for any debts contracted by his wife or any family members. Dated Akron Tows June 3 1903.
For sale a bakery lunch counter and ice cream parlor. Stock includes tobacco cigars canned goods and related items. Would consider taking a heavy team of young mares in payment. Contact H. W. Hasitton Akron Iowa 40 1.
Mrs. Francia Chaimera of Prairie Ave, Chicago, recalls a reception prank proving how women at such events favored social posturing over genuine conversation. She narrates how attendees feigned interest upon learning a bride had died that morning, with reactions ranging from indifference to mock enthusiasm, underscoring her view that social rituals are performative and superficial.
The article notes American and English women forming social and political circles in London. It contrasts English women’s limited public activity with American women’s more extensive engagements and gatherings. It highlights dress and style as a point of cultural exchange, with American influence on fashion and appearance deemed a mark of quality.
Lincoln faced persistent Northern advisers during the Civil War. He faked a remedy for baldness, giving an unwelcome caller a bottle to take home and return after three months to report results. Lincoln’s soft heart led to a sly dismissive exit from the interview.
The Akron region lists visitors like Mies Grace OReilly in Beresford and J R Jeffers in Humboldt, plus Meadow Stora Mead promoting window glass. Mentions include M W Redmond as a Sioux City visitor, Father Masterson at Hawarden, Mrs HJ Thode visiting Akron friends, John Yarrow in Fargo staying with E B Frank, and talk of a Fourth of July celebration. Also notes a sale of seed flax by The Fields and Slaughter Co and a heavy mare team for sale by Alex Card. The Akron mill may remain closed for a week due to high water, with crowd scenes at Johnsons Friday and Saturday and preparations for the Fourth of July ongoing.
Leonard Smith returns from O'Leary after three months as store manager. Newell Williams yesterday from eastern Iowa visit with relatives in Sinala. Dr. Van Wes recovering from pneumonia. Mrs Harrington returns from Missouri and Nebraska. Palm seeks eye specialist at Sioux City, weak from India illness. Sunday worship at Christian church with sermons on following Christ and Bible Characters. Edgingtons visit from LeMars. deputy county clerk duties resumed. Local residents travel between Waterloo and LeMars to visit kin. Accidents near Westfield narrowly avoided. The Bennett and Tremaine families report illness death spreading sympathy. Jim Johnson, longtime farmer near Garland, dies of tuberculosis. funeral at Union Creek Swedish Lutheran church, burial at Akron cemetery.
The notice invites readers to call on C. M. Hilli ker and Son for blacksmithing, wagon and carriage work, belting, brass goods, pipe and pumps, wind mills, waterworks supply, and related machinery, including rubber tires for buggies.
Fragmentary report describes sudden cow sighting and unsettled weather terms tied to a flood event. Mentions Westfield, rainstorms, torrents, and water covering areas. Reading suggests a chaotic scene with objects floating and local disruption. Nearby names and precise details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
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