County and Vicinity Social Notes and Local Jottings
Mrs Cheevers improves slowly and Mrs Allie Jones visited her sister. Juveniles attend church in Atlantic. Gingery boys finish a boat to set sail next week. Ed Warren rides a mule on Sundays. League entertainment planned for May 28 at 8 pm. Children’s Day observed in June. Candidates for office mingle at corn planters. Many small local happenings across farms, marriages, illnesses, and weather notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheevers
Allie Jones
John Hancock
McFadden
Grove
League
Miss Fronia
Mae Lamb
Buck Creek
Atlantic
Ide
Humbolt
O. M. Becker
Ed. Warren
Charlie Gingery
H. A. Dale
Bethel
John Whissler
Hayward
J W. Wilson
Henry Stone
Gaines
Charles Wilson
J. Becker
Henry Brown
Geo. Kirk
George
Local Notes From Crystal Lake And Nearby Areas
Austin Rishel returned from Chicago Saturday Miss Maude Pringey spent Sunday near Cumberland Frank Rigsley of Extra visited Geo Elsey last week Will Weaver of Adams Express Co visits his father and brother in town Los Angeles visitor W A Gardner and his daughter and son Kenedy church services at Church of Christ last Sunday Rev Kneedy to preach again in two weeks New steamboat operates with forty pounds steam completion near Crystal Lake guests at Josie Murnan home with games and refreshments
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Rishel
Chicago
Maude Pringey
Cumberland
Frank Rigsley
Extra
Geo. Elsey
Will Weaver
Adams Express Co
W. A. Gardner
Los Angeles
Cal
Crystal Lake
Josie Murnan
Lorah News Briefing From Lorah Township
Small grain on uplands looks fine and corn planting planned. Last week was a farming setback. Supervisor Hunt funds a north town bridge. Thomas Green hosts a Saturday night surprise. William Newton still lacking a buggy wheel. Rich Brothers foresee cornpone plowing if rain stops. Township dads to inspect Buck Creek road this week. Mr. Baker visits from Lincoln township to view pontine field. Dr. Pipher was here last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ethel
Lena Sands
Hunt
Thomas Green
Wm. Newton
Rich Brothers
Buck Creek
Branch Road
Baker
Lincoln Township
Lorah
Pontine
Dr. Pipher
Local Visitors And Travel Notes From Massena
Massena notes list T Scott returning from Chicago on Tuesday. E Boyle visited Atlantic on Tuesday. Prof O H Startz stopped by la Fontanelle Saturday. Phil and Frances Smith drove to Anita on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pp E. Boyle
Atlantic
Prof
O. H. Startz
la Fontanelle
Phil and
Frances Smith
Anita
Local Notes and Decoration Day Program Outlined
Dan Gaines and family visited Greenfield Sunday while Mensrs Johnson and McClure called on friends Saturday. Miss Enid Swepston visited Fontanelle on weekend. Dr CO M Dodge left Tuesday for relatives in South Dakota and Kansas. Chas Brown and Miss Macomber of Lewis visited A Gaines family. Miss Margaret Boyle of Atlantic visited her brother here. Decoration Day program to be rendered by C D Murray Post Grand Army. Several boys traveled to Fontanelle Friday to aid in defeating the Orient baseball club. Prof William Wilcox of Atlantic to give commencement address. Commencement week program includes m, Baccalaureate sermon and Alumni Banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Gaines
Greenfield
Mensrs Johnson and
McClure
Enid Swepston
Fontanella
CO. M. Dodge
South Dakota
Kansas
Chas. Brown
Macomber
Lewis
A. Gaines
Margaret Boyle
Atlantic
C. D. Murray
Grand Army
Fontanelle
Orient Baseball Club
Wm. Wilcox
Pymosa Center Area Plows and Planting Notes
PYMOSA CENTER Hancock area notes show James Woodall’s house being repaired while his team took to plowing on Friday. J W Lamb brought home rent corn Friday and Chas Hunt checked bridges at Pymosa last week. Some people plan corn on Sunday. Fronia and Mae Lamb visited Buck Creek weekend. Andrews plans to plant with a lister if weather dries. The Canning Co sent a man to rove after sweet corn planting Wednesday. Ambrose Pettit planted corn Saturday as county clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hancock
James Woodall
Jim Woodall
J. W. Lamb
Chas
Hunt
Pymosa
Bridges
Fronia
Mae Lamb
Buck Creek
Andrews
the Canning Co
Ambrose Petlett
County Clark
Local Notes From Cumberland and Des Moines Visit Highlights
Mrs Bolin visits Des Moines while Mrs Hugh Waddell spends time with her parents in Chicago. Miss Carrie Hilyard ill with typhoid fever. Dick Jones improves his home with a brick foundation and new kitchen. Albert Hines and family visit Mrs L L Durham. Miss Gertie Gibson from Chicago to live with her aunt Mrs Durham. James White returns from Casey with wife and child. Machinery set up for Elgins Creamery Co. A brisk foot race nets winnings. Hugh Waddell versus Isse Gordimer with Gordimer victorious. H L Brown buys Warren stake in Reed Edwards store and plans brick replacing old ice trap. Mr and Mrs W F Brenton and Mrs S F Peterson attend Christian church conference at Corning. Peterson visits Corning relatives. G W Wakefield knocked out in three rounds by Chas Iroaxpeen. mill run in Kega rice's blacksmith shop lasts seven seconds. Thompson pleads guilty before mayor, fined $1 plus costs. Wakefield cited for obscene language, case continued pending witnesses. Guy Curtis defends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Brenton
5. F. Peterson
Christian Church
Christian Churches
Corning
Kegarice
Thompson
Wakefield
Noland
Bruce
Guy Curtis
Bear Grove Notes and Local Tidings from Atlantic to Union
Local snippets report John Statzer transacting business in Atlantic on Monday and Mrs. Sabin from Cumberland sewing for Mrs. McMillan. May basket hangers grow in popularity while several residents visit relatives in nearby towns. A boxing match at G T Wiseler's and a May 12 marriage between J E Yeser and Emma Noyer are noted. Memorial services set for Fletcher Chapel May 28 with Rev Myers from Lewis delivering the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Statzer
Atlantic
Sabin
Cumberland
McMillan
Annie Boller
Union
J.S. Wood
Chris Thulin
Pleasant
Bear Grove
H. M. Baker
Grove
Howard McKinney
Will Statter
Joe Kegarice
Ezra Marsh
G.T. Wiseler
J. E
Yeser
Emma‘. Noyer
Ed. Prather
Gold Hill
Grays
Ella
Henry Miller
Miss Kilpatrick
Noble
Grove News Briefs from Bear Grove Area
W Hopley drove to Lewis Sunday and Bert Kirk returned from Omaha Saturday. Mrs Mott was a Bear Grove caller. N 5 and B L Link drove to Bear Grove Saturday evening. W C Link and Ray McMillan of Bear Grove were Grove callers Sunday. The boys should watch the hired men. Casper Beekman shipped three carloads of fine cattle Saturday and also shipped one bog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Hopley
Lewis
Bert Kirk
Omaha
Mrs. Mott
Bear Grove
B. L. Link
W. C. Link
Ray McMillan
Grove
Casper Beekman
Grove the meadow of vivid verdure delights city folk
Despite rain farmers push ahead as Grove near Anita blooms charm visitors. Names from Atlantic to Lewis, Hopley family hosts guests Cushing Langdon Jennie Carrie Townsend and Miss Downs. Local life notes cover births, visits, illnesses, school events, church activities, and a buggy accident with minor injuries. May 25 is final date to answer Theo Steinke clothing case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owen Worth
Grove
Isses Cushing
Langdon
Jennie
Carrie Townsend
Atlantic
Miss Downs
Lewis
Wm. Hopley
Hopley
College Notes Highlight Duval Entry and Class Speeds
Mr H M Duval of Atlantic joined the commercial and shorthand departments on Monday May 17. A large class will graduate from these departments at year’s end. The advanced shorthand division has reached 140 wpm, exceeding many schools’ requirements. instructors note 150 to 160 wpm on unfamiliar topics. May 25 is the deadline for Theo G Steinke’s clothing problem submission. Funeral services for E Burklin will be held at the Danish Baptist church tomorrow at 10 AM, with Revs Carlson and Stanley officiating. New sheet music arrives daily at J M Irmen & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Duval
Atlantic
E. Burklin
Danish Baptist Church
State Street
Local and Personal items from the week past
Local notes recount week events with residents from Extra to Anita visiting the city, long lists of travelers, meetings, and a funeral notice. It mentions J W Gray, Peter Hopley, Hamilton Wilcox, Mrs J A Irving, Mrs Bailey, W F Bagley, Mrs Alf Gardner, J B Barnett, Mrs F J Macomber, G H Thorley, Landlord Speran, Ethel Glass, Mrs Taylor, and others. Public notices include a Century Magazine request and a funeral at the German church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Gray
Extra
Peter Hopley
Lewis
Wheeler
Maine
Hamilton Wilcox
Griswold
J. A. Irving
Misa Peters
Anita
Bailey
Adair
W. F. Bagley
Neola
Old Settlers Picnic at Henry Bell Residence
The old settlers picnic will be held at the residence of Mr Henry Bell in Grove township on June 4 1897 All old settlers and families and others interested in the growth of our county are cordial ly invited Those who have lived in the county thirty years or more will organize an Old Settlers Diion to meet yearly Bring your basket and coins prepared to enjoy yourself and hear the experiences of those who founded our county All county papers please copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Bell
Grove Township
Sunday School Session at United Presbyterian Church
An evening gathering at the United Presbyterian Church featured lively music prayers and an L B Wickersham address on the importance of Sunday school children attending church service. Officers were elected with Miss McCrea president and Miss Minnie Smith secretary, amid praise for retiring officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Presbyterian Church
L. B. Wickersham
M. E. Church
Wickersham
Stanley
Pet Stock Assessments Promptly at Trans Miss Exposition
At the Trans-Mississippi Exposition, officials announce prompt pet stock assessments as part of event preparations. Key coordinators include exposition organizers and veterinary representatives. The effort aims to ensure smooth exhibits and safety standards across animal displays and related activities.
Nebraska Exposition Plans Advance With State Funding
Governor Holcomb prepares to appoint the state commissioners for the Trans Mississsppi Exposition as July funds become available. Architects are named for the fair buildings and transportation to the grounds is being expanded with three trolley lines and rapid rail service. The board seeks a woman commissioner and foreign invitations have been issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silay A. Holcomb
Nebraska
Holcomb
Tima
Che
Board of Managers
Cass Gilbert
St. Paul
Minn
Eames & Young
St. Louis
Dwight Perkins
Chicago
J. J. Humphrey
Denver
Colorado
Manufactures and Liberal Artsa
Exposition Grounds
Dodge Street
Board of Managers of
The
Woman's Department
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Five Mile Grove
Massena
T. Scott
Pymosa Center
Turkey Grove
F. L. Lighty
Howard Brett
Effie Neeley
Charles Desken
Parley Robinson
Pigraed
Gold Bill
Walter Kinion
Krittenbrink
D. E. Lighty
Snyder
Col
Cora Soper
Tom Carter
C. C. Plunket
Anna Haist
B. B. Ferryman
Our City
Clara Carlett
Anna Patterson
Sol Wagner
Ren. Bosley
Massean
M. I. Jenkins
Des Moines
Imojean Earl
Reba Dote
H. C. Saunders
Epworth League
Calkins
Yankton
Dakota
Ed. Petit
Annie , McKinley
Alice Petit
C. C. Plunkett
A. S. Mullins
John Chester
Illinois
Ladies Aid Society of the
Temple of Fame
David Simington
N.C. Burkhart's
Theo. G. Steinke
College
J.M. Irmen & Co
Alf Gardner
Baby
Neb
Barnett
Miss Dol Ne
Carbon
Mra
F. J. Macomber
G. H. Thorley
Bassett
Speran
W. J. Harris
Grinnell
Ethel Glass
Mrs. Taylor
Sanborn
Henry Schroder
Walnut Street
Rev. Anker
Elkhorn
Rev. Moller
Copenhagen
Denmark
Ada Boller
Walnut
Harry Wilson
Porterfield
Milwaukkee
Marshalltown
State Medical Society
B. P. Hudson
Ethel O'Neil
Harlan
W. J. Thomas
W. J. Findley
Lucie Hopper
Judge Willard
Sixth
Linn Streets
Chestnut Street
Fifth Street
Bull Creek
Poplar Street
McGary
Christian Home Society of Iowa
Dr. Wilkin
Vic Emmert
Earl Keyser
Earl
Old Settlers
Bunday School
Theo
G. Steinke
SS. Peter and Paul's
Father Enright
Father Zaiser
Father Gleason
Audubon
Father Daly
Henry Schroeder
Fredericka Scheef
Schroeder
Oldenburg Holstein
Germany
Mise Scheef
America
Iowa
South Dakota Foresters
Huron
S. D
Independent Order of Foresters
Grand Lodge of
Aberdeen
Olevenanpd
Mise
L. ¥. Boyle & Co
Boyle, Miss
Horace
Ounerenne
Lem Hagle
Hagle
MonTermeo
Lamas
Batavia
Kentucky
Faangront
Senate of
Wassington
Senate
House
Senator Pettigrew
Rock Island
Omana
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company
President Cable
Oubens Halse
Mapnip
Qubap
New York
Hood
Hood & Co
Lowell, Mass
Onan
Nebraskas
Thurston and
Allet
Congress
Wattles
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