Death of Rep Elbert Hubbard Shocks Sioux City District
Hon Elbert Hamilton Hubbard dies at 5 50 AM during primary count at home of John C Kelly in Sioux City Iowa He had been serving eight years and was engaged in a heated nominating race with George C Scott Also present were his wife daughters Charlotte Lenora and son Elbert H Hubbard Jr Governor Carroll will decide on future primary steps for the eleventh district as county conventions meet.
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Sioux City
Washington
Elbert Hamilton Hubbard
Lyle Hubbard
John C. Kelly
The
Tribune
George C. Scott
Kelly
Down Town
Lyle
Hubbard
Carroll
Congress
BE. H. Hubbard
Delegates Weigh Candidacy at District Conventions
Saturday delegates across the district may reach agreement on a candidate as conventions hear arguments and seek unity. Capital reports on the political maneuvering and potential endorsements shaping the contested race.
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Capital
Simple cheap iron spray kills dandelions on lawns
A method from Anamosa Journal and Pocahontas Record recommends mixing one to two pounds of iron sulfate per gallon of water, letting it stand, then spraying dandelions. The solution harms only weeds, not grass, and can be applied with a sprinkler for large patches. The writer vouched for its effectiveness and safety.
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Anamosa Journal
Pocahontas Record
City to Clean Yards and Alleys for Property Owners
Notice requires all property owners to remove manure and refuse from yards and alleys at once. If not done, city authorities will clean the area and charge the expense to the property or occupants. A. Fraser, mayor.
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A. Fraser
Switch made from combings at Krouse's milliner
The ad from Krouse's millinery at 119 East Main Street Cherokee Iowa offers to turn hair combings into a switch with guaranteed work and is open 9 to 5.
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Krouse’s
Milliner
E. Main St
Cherokee
Iowa
Ball Team Wins Two More In Wild Decoration Day Game
Aurelia defeats Galva 16 to 0 in a rough, error light clash as Ewaldt and Rapp star with hits and steals. The local squad adds an 8 to 3 win over Early, with strong pitching by Van Nice and timely hits, while readers are urged to attend Friday’s rematch.
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Ewaldt
Galva
Ellis
Mr. Loeffler
Aurelia
van Nice
Siglin
Bell
Pierce
Early
EF. Rapp
Royer
Hill
Ewaldts
Rapp
Edgars
Carnival Meeting Seeks Help for July Street Parade
A meeting at Farmers National Bank this Friday evening will set plans for a two day street carnival around mid July. Residents prefer a street carnival over July 4 celebrations and seek broad support from business owners and property holders to ensure a successful, clean event in Aurelia.
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Farmers National Bank
Aurelia
Storm Lake Promises New Boats and Attractions
See Storm Lake's many beauty spots. Two fine new passenger boats on lake. Many new attractions at the Casino. in Storm Lake's parks. Flights start at four o'clock. Guaranteed to take place within fifteen minutes of appointed time.
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Storm Lake
Painter Killed by Train
A painter named Henry Leeuwen from Maurice was ground to pieces by a stock train near Struble while reportedly drinking water and quarreling with companions. He collapsed on the tracks and died, with authorities noting the accident occurred Sunday morning on the Great Northern line.
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Correctionville
Pierson Creek
Leonard W. Southwell
Alta Advertiser
Alta Hospital
Alta
Cherokee Democrat
Will Degan
Cherokee
Henry Leeuwen
Maurice
Great Northern
Struble
Peterson Patriot
Center Point
Iowa
Herbert Morrison
Peterson
Ira Wilson
Grundy Center
Man Nearly Electrocuted After Contact With 1100 Volt Wire
A man rearranging wires in a town area brushed a live 1100 volt line and, after a leg kick, freed himself and fell to the ground. He recovered with a badly burned hand and a narrow escape. In Cherokee county Iowa, May 27, Mrs. Daisy H Dunkelberger, 36, wife of a farmer, hanged herself to a bed post with suspenders. She had been mentally distressed and ill. husband planned to seek medical aid in Sioux City. She leaves a husband, five children, and relatives.
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Daisy H. Dunkelberger
Cedar Township
Cherokee County
Iowa
Sioux City
Dunkelberger
Decatur
Ill
Cherokee Times
Livery Barn Sold to Rube Morrill in Aurelia
A deal closed this week transfers ownership of the Owens Brothers livery stock and business to Rube Morrill with possession Tuesday morning. Morrill, a longtime local, plans improvements to offer better service, while Owens Brothers decide their next steps.
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Rube Morrill
Owens Brothers
Morrill
Aurelia
Max. Morrill
Robbers Strike Geo Garber Store Second Time This Month
Thieves broke into the Geo Garber store for the second time in a month last Tuesday night. They stole about thirty dollars in silk and fifteen dollars from the cash register, plus a small amount of silver from the open safe. Entry was gained with keys through the front door, which was locked after them, while the back doors stood open the next morning. Mr. Garber is dissatisfied and hopes the culprits are punished.
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Geo. Garber
Garber
Big Bargain Subscribe For Des Moines Register And Leader
A 1912 1913 newspaper promotion urging readers in Iowa to subscribe to the Register and Leader. It offers a yearly rate 2.00 and Sunday issues 3.00 with all news up to January 1, 1913. Remittances to Des Moines via publisher postmaster or direct mail.
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Register and Leader
Iowa
Des Moines
Aurelia Public Schools Close After Successful Year
Aurelia closes for summer on May 31 ending a successful year. Several pupils earned grades but some fell short. opening Sept 2 will add a new fifth and sixth grade room and improved high school facilities. New corps of teachers includes O C Alexander, Katherine Miller, Fae Newcomb, Pearl Coombs, Earl Fraser and others with prep from state colleges.
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Aurelia
O. C. Alexander
Katherine Miller
Fae E. Newcomb
Pearl Coombs
Earl Fraser
Miss Newcomb
Miss Coombs
State Teachers College
Cedar Falls
Iowa
Miller
Mr. Fraser
Ruth Lindberge
Iowa State Teachers College
University of Illinois At
Urban
Ilinois
Laura Patty
Redfield
Patty
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Fonda
Merrill
Albert City
Churen
Pilot-Tribune
Sioux Rapids
Garber’s Store
Miss Miller
Oregon
Miss Ross
Canon
City
Colo
Miss Larson
Massena
Kennedy
Cedar Rapids
Iowa State University
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