Hartkopp death noted in early Iowa obituary item
The notice reports the death of Mrs Hartkopp at her home of her son Emil Hartkopp in Popejoy Iowa at an advanced age. It mentions her German birth in 1830, marriage to Carl Hartkopp, and that she spent most of her life with him, with their three sons and two daughters born, the last two dying in infancy. Funeral services were held at Emmanuel Evangelical church and burial followed in Alden cemetery.
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Germany
Alden
Fred
Minneso
Emil
Popejoy
Gladys Florence Carr
West Side
Oakland Township
Franklin County
Iowa
Dows
Gladys
Uni
Iowa’ City
Aris
Vier
C. C. Harte
Kerman
California
Mia
W. G. Brede
Minneapolis
Jacob W. Klehm
J. W. Klehm
Wuebben
Evangelical Emmanuel Church
LaSalle County
Henry
John
Bloomingtorthy
George
Tanita
Lot listing of coats and suit with sizes
Lot one twelve coats described with heavy gray and navy blue velvets and trims plus a blue serge suit. Sizes range from 16 to 40 with fur collars velvet trimming and detachable collars noted. As a misc sale item the listing emphasizes material and style details for potential buyers.
Lot Two Fur Coat and Wool Suit Listings
A catalog of coats and suits in various colors sizes and styles. Prices and fabric details describe brown velour, navy blue serge, all wool, satin linings, velvet trims, and convertible collars for men or women across multiple large sizes.
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American Woolen Co
Lot of mens coats and suits with sizes and styles
A listing describes multiple garments including plush coats with wide collars, velour and wool blends, several all wool serge suits, heavy tweed, whipcord and rough cloth options. Sizes range from 16 to 46 with details on linings, braids, and fur collars.
Lot Four Coats and Suits in Various Fabrics and Sizes
A catalog listing multiple coats and suits including brown Pom Pom, navy velour, burgundy velour, green velour, cadet blue, and gray or taupe broadcloth. Sizes range from 16 to 43 with satin linings, plush collars, and beaver trim noted for several pieces.
Lot Five $31.50 Coat Catalog Showing Silk Lining Varieties
A classified listing details multiple coats and suits with varied silks and plush linings. Items include brown and navy coats in sizes 18 to 48, silk velour and beaver plush trims, and full satin or afmn lined interiors. Notable pieces feature raglan sleeves, black fur collars, and tailored Whipcord and gray broadcloth suits.
Letters from Soldier Boys in France 1918
George Colt writes from France dated November 24 1918 to his father describing Christmas expectations and extended service. He recounts leaving Camp Upton August 11 1918 with voyage details through England to Cherbourg and Semour Haricourt Bielwater and Belfort front line training in trench warfare and a near shelling incident with gas masks. The letter continues on page five.
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George Colt
France
Camp Upton
Liverpool
England
Romsey
South Hampton
Cherbourg
Semour
Haricourt
Belfort
Bielwater
Time extended for Red Cross Membership Drive
Headquarters has extended the Red Cross Membership Drive to January 1 to secure 100 percent enrollment amid bad roads and flu. Radcliffe reports 80 percent in our county, Alden 50 percent, with many families enrolling only one member. A 100 percent goal is urged to avoid a later larger drive and potential calls.
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Red Cross
Radcliffe
Alden
Alden Township
Christmas giving and yearend reflections at Congregational Church
Byron W. Northrop reports the Sunday school raised 40 for Armenian relief and praising the Christmas program. Despite bad weather a good crowd attended as the year ends, with a call to seek forgiveness and divine grace in the coming year. Next Sunday is the last of the year and to be in church seeking His face and favor.
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Byron W. Northrop
S. S
Pilate
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Mfmorium
Virenfred Te
Spencer E
R. C
Congregational Church
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