Ill fated Powhatan transport sparks relief effort
Passengers and crew of the Powhatan, 471 aboard, face a mid Atlantic crisis after a gale cripples the ship. Leaks and frozen conditions threaten those on board as naval tugs and several steamers circle Halifax waiting to assist. Mr and Mrs Wallace H Smoke, former Gladys Wagner, are among the passengers and hope for safe transfer as the ship is stabilized.
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Wallace H. Smoke
Powhatan
Smoke
Gladys Wagner
Justus Wagner
New York
France
Halifax
Realty Transfers Record of Barbara Thomas to Harrie W. Turner
Barbara Thomas transfers to Harrie W. Turner in northwest section 11 Bradford with a $9,000 consideration. Dorothea Rubel conveys parcels 11 12 13 14 block to John and Annie Pfetzing in Ashton for $1,200. Delco Light Charles L. Hunter.
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Barbara Thomas
Harrie W. Turner
Bradford
Dorothea Rubel
John and
Annie Pfetzing
Block , Ashton
Doings Of The High School
Students share light notes on past incidents and slang missteps at the high school. Juniors contribute verses on gum desks and a misread translation as Miss Brunsvold corrects Lat in papers. Sophomores plan a birthday surprise for Gertrude Semmler. Plattenburg hosts a gathering on January 28.
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Milford
Lester
Value of human life and insurance worth
A note by H L Goodrow argues every life has value to someone and compares life insurance to fire insurance. The piece notes life insurance coverage lags behind other insured risks and calls for recognizing human life’s potential economic worth.
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H.L. Goodrow
United States
United Evangelical Church Bible Meetings Blessing Faith
The special Bible study meetings proved a blessing and intensified interest in God’s truth. Rev Anangst closed his ministry with appreciation. Schedule includes January 25 services in Ashton and Bradford with Bible school and preaching. Bradford annual meeting to elect church trustees set for January 27 at W F Burhenn’s home.
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United Evangelical Church
Christ
Anangst
Ashton
Florence Burhenn
Bradford
The
Bradford Society For the
W. F. Burhenn
Cow Case Heard in Circuit Court Over Sold Cow
The trial drew many local farmers with testimony in the circuit court this week. John Ventler sues Charles Brown for the price of a cow bought at a sale that died later. The jury returned a verdict for Ventler after deliberations Tuesday evening. States Attorney Harry Edwards led for Ventler with BE Wingert and H A Brooks for Brown.
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Justice Court
John Ventler
Charles Brown
Harry Edwards
Ventler
BE. E. Wingert
H. A. Brooks
Brown
Bowers Family Thanks Friends After Bereavement
The Bowers family expresses appreciation to friends and neighbors for their kindness during their bereavement. Delca Light Charles L Hunter offer sincere thanks.
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E. H. Chadwick
F. D. Chadwick
Ts Neighbors
Bowers
Hayes Celebrate Son and Daughter’s Wedding AnnuAlty
Mr and Mrs Charles Hayes hosted about 140 guests at their east of Kings home on January 10 1920 for the wedding of their son Elmer Hayes and his bride The event also marked the groom’s parents wedding anniversary Readings included a poem Mother’s Dream by Helen Hayes and a procession to Lohengrin’s Bridal Chorus While distant guests from Rochelle Ashton Rockford Lindenwood and surrounding areas attended the celebration.
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Rochelle
Nellie Ryan
Evan Drummond
Helen Hayes
Lohengrin
Hayes
Andrew Drummond
Evan
Ashton
Frank King
Roseltha Hazelton
Ethel Mills
Rockford
Carrie Talbot
O. D. Talbot
Rob Talbot
Linden Wood
South Dakota Primary Push for Lowden Gains Momentum
Illinois residents urge friends in South Dakota to back Gov. Frank C. Lowden in the presidential preferential primary set for March. Activists appeal to both men and women to support his candidacy before primary day, stressing the contest's impact on the Republican race. Also note Valentine stock at the Gasette Book store.
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South Dakota
Lowde
Illinois
Frank C. Lowden
Teagan
Gov. Lowden
Lowden
Dank Gets Burglar Alarm For Farmers State Bank
Farmers State Bank installs a bank burglar alarm this week, supplying protection for valuables and bonds. The O B McClintock Company of Minneapolis installed the gong, which has a penetrating sound heard far away. A demonstration is set for Saturday at 3 p m inviting citizens to attend and the bank officers are praised for the initiative.
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Farmers State Bank
O. B. McClintock Company
Minneapolis
Royal Neighbors Installed at Myrtle Dade Camp 6061
The Myrtle Dade Camp No. 6061 Royal Neighbors of America held an officer installation in Woodmen hall Tuesday evening 1920. New officers included Mrs. Gertrude Oellig Oracle Mrs. Hazel Stadeble Vice Oracle Mrs. June Oellig Past Oracle Mrs. Mollie Bohart Chancellor Miss Birdie Hangon Recorder Miss Clara Oesterheld Receiver Mrs. Dora Putman Inner Sentinel Mrs. Myrtle Lesslie Outer Sentinel Mrs. Gussie Weishaar Marshal Mrs. Hume McCade Asst Marshal Courage Miss Ada Heidenthal Miss Lotty Krug Unselfishness Miss Marie Klenke Faith Miss Katie Reftz Modesty Miss Martha Weishaar Endurance A social hour followed with refreshments. all members invited. Next week Plattenburg to lecture Worms Beneath the Bark. Redpath Bureau notes his broad life knowledge, practical progress ideas, and acclaimed oratory through Lyceum and Chautauqua platforms.
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Myrtle Dade Camp No. 6061
Royal Neighbors of
Reciever
Dora Putman
Inner Sentinel
Myrtle Lesslie
Outer Sentinel
Gussie Weishaar
Hume McCade
Marshal Courage
Ada Heidenthal
Lotty Krug
Marie Klenke
Katie Reftz
Martha Weishaar
Plattenburg
Lyceum
Chatauqua
Cato Sells
U. S. Com
Indian Affairs
C. H. Plattenburg
Reynolds Lady Very Ill at Rochelle Hospital
Mrs. George Vogler has been very ill at the Rochelle hospital this past week causing considerable anxiety for relatives. Her parents Mr and Mrs Conrad Seebach of Dysart Iowa are visiting along with their daughter Mrs Ralph Schuchart and Thelma, Mrs Andrew Gonnerman and son Clarence and Mrs Vernon Seebach. Her condition improved somewhat yesterday renewing hope for recovery.
Christian Endeavor Meeting Led By Marion Geyer
A Sunday evening gathering at six o'clock will be led by Marion Geyer. The topic is The World's Need of Christ and all who wish to attend are welcome.
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Christian Endeavor
Marion Geyer
Christ
William H. Manshardt
Seed potatoes offered at Thome's store
Notice invites buyers to obtain Early Ohio seed potatoes at Thome's store by calling telephone number 20 2. The tiny ad notes a phone line for inquiries.
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Ohio
Thome's
Farm Sales and Uncle Sam Taxes Stir Farmers
The article warns that farm land sales at high prices may trigger income tax on value increases since 1913, with examples of large gains and exemptions. It notes many sales paused during WWI and that speculators profited on options, while long-time landowners face tax on appreciated value. The piece cites Oregon Republican. Presbyterians report Armenian Relief collections and church notices from Delco Light.
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Uncle Sam
Illinois
Iowa
Oregon Republican
Ashton Garage Expansion to Add New Departments
Plans reveal a 50 by 90 foot addition to Ashton Garage on Douglas Avenue with a glass front and main entry for both floors. New rooms include a paint shop, stock room, assembly area, welding room, and expanded storage. Basements will house tractors, and heating will cover the extra space. Methodist notes follow with service times and sermon themes.
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Ashton Garage
Proprty
August Dégner
Boyd
Douglas Avenue
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ST. John’s Lutheran Church
Henry Foelsch
Philatheas
Lacey Hart
Henry Mosley
William O. Rogers
Ruth Howell
Frank 8. Hart
Reynolds Evan
Reynolds Bible School
F. W. Doede
Delco-Light
Charles L. Hunter
Delca Light
Charles L, Hunter
Mrs. Hayes
Son
Bride
Kings
Gasvette
Dank
Delco Light
House of Prayer
W. E. Kern
A. W. Rosecrans & Comp’y
Ashton, Illinois
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