Wedding of Miss Augusta Buddenhagen and Frank Dixon
The wedding occurred Tuesday evening February 20 1912 at 6 o'clock at Mrs P F Buddenhagens home northeast of town with Rev Hartman officiating. The couple, from the Buddenhagen and Dixon families, received many gifts and planned to settle on a farm northwest of town. In a separate note Dr Conn reported the boy injured by a revolver accident was resting but in serious condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PF. Buddenhagen
Augusta Buddenhagen
Frank Dixon
Hartman
Mendelssohn
Rosa Buddenhagen
Eda Buddenhagen
Albert Stief
Arlingon
Ss. D
Iowa
Dixon
Tragic Accident Injures Local Boy at Miller Home
A serious firearm accident at the S. H. Miller residence near Galva left Lyman Lind, 18, gravely wounded after a 32 caliber pistol discharged while Irvin Martin and another boy stayed the night. He endured multiple intestinal punctures and a lengthy operation at the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galva Tribune
Irvis Martin
Lind
Martin
Farnsworth
Ida Grove
Bilby
E. D. Bullock
Dessa
Dr. Conn
Senator Kenyon Proposes Ban on Liquor Carriage into Prohibition States
Collier's Weekly reports Senator Kenyon of Iowa introduced a bill to forbid railroads and express companies from carrying liquor into prohibition states. The aim is to curb distillers' local agents shipping cases directly to consumers from outside states. A similar bill once died after Speaker Cannon packed the committee to avoid reporting it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier’s Weekly
Kenyon
Iowa
Congress
Cannon
Tariff Reform Aims at Revenue Standard
The Illustrated London News notes a New York consensus that the administration will chiefly pursue tariff modification to meet a revenue standard. The Secretary of the Treasury has long sought evidence supporting a reduction, signaling a familiar policy aim. Collier's Weekly
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illustrated London News
New York
Secretary of the Treasury
Collier’s Weekly
Real Soldier Asks What Pension Should Honor Oath Hold
A veteran lawyer in Santa Barbara asks Collier's Weekly to define a fair pension, arguing a good bill must distinguish honest soldiers from those with minor service. He recalls Civil War trials from Wilderness to Andersonville, noting his 1865 discharge at eighteen and lifelong pain since. He urges pensions as honor, not political leverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collier’s Weekly
Santa Barbara
California
Collier
Cold Harbor
Andersonville
Washington
Wisconsin
Fort Snelling
Minnesota
Sherwood
Mr. Storke
Bummars
Opinion letter praises Judge Hubbard as progressive reformer
A Sioux City Daily News inquiry to Congressman G. W. Norris elicits praise for Judge Hubbard. Norris says Hubbard remains faithful to insurgent aims, with integrity and honesty, and on the side of the people against political bosses. The letter frames Hubbard as a rightful insurgent ally in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City Daily News
G. W. Norris
Judge Hubbard
Congress
G. W. Norrie
McCook
Neb
House of Representatives
F E. H. Hubbard
Sioux City
Norris
Hubbard
School Officers and Directors Elections Dates Listed
The notice outlines dates for school elections: March 4 for Sub-district directors, March 11 for Independent district directors, March 18 for school board organization in town and city corporations, July 1 annual meeting for all school boards, with March-elected directors assuming office then. Kate R. Logan, Supt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate R. Logan
Hartigan Unable To Show De Tamble Here
James Hartigan manager of Aurela Lumber company and De Tamble distributor spent the day in Sioux City on business. He planned to show the De Tamble in town this week but was disappointed in not receiving his ears. He will operate a garage and showroom at Aurelia, noting the car is suited to Iowa town and country roads and is new to the territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
James Hartigan
Aurela Lumber Company
Hartigan
Aurelia
Iowa
General Grant Declares He Does Not Drink Alcohol
In a 1906 Defender interview General Frederick D Grant discusses his sixteen year abstinence from liquor. He recounts early drinking as a boy at West Point and with veterans, then notes his official duties and country’s customs compelled moderation. He asserts he now never drinks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick D. Grant
The
Defender
Austria
Abstinence Advocate Endorses Absolute Teetotalism
A speaker extols teetotalism over moderate drinking, arguing that only absolute abstinence ensures reliability and safety. He claims hard drinkers are identifiable and less risky, while moderate drinkers may fail at critical moments. He would appoint only absolute teetotalers to public office if possible.
Livestock Care Tips From a Farming Handbook
Practical reminders on handling horses, sheep, hogs, and cattle. Do not whip horses when they shy. fit horses with proper grain and hay. Sheep follow their master’s voice but act on habit. move calmly and speak softly. Avoid soapy water near milk for hogs. ground oats and oilseed meals help brood sows stay well. If piglets chill, warm them and wrap in flannel. Don’t expose cows to storms. allow rest before calving. colostrum aids calf bowels.
West Elk and East Afton families relocate and socialize
The list details multiple families moving within West Elk and East Elk townships, including C J Johnson and family after fourteen years on his father’s farm, Joan Wihlen moving nearby, and several others relocating to Afton, Elk, and Aurelia. It notes Fred Kolpin’s illness, recent social events, and a shadow social fundraiser in District No 3.
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Charlie Earhardt
Arlington
S. C
Lew
Ernest Kolpin
Tobe Ruebsam
Slayton
Minn
Henry Ruebsam
Frederickson
West Elk
C. J. Johnson and
Clause Linkef
Joan Wihlen
East Elk
Mr. Johnson
Will Ruebsam
Tobe Ruebs
Jessie Petton
Selma Kolpin
George Glawe
Painter Offers Ready Contract for Interior Work
Notice from a contractor announcing readiness to accept commissions for painting decorating and paper hanging with first class workmanship and guaranteed service.
Settlement Notice for 1910 and 1911 Bills
Carlborg and Reeves demand payment of outstanding bills for 1910 and 1911 before March 1 1912. Authorized collectors urge prompt settlement to avoid further action.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Dixon-Buddenhagen
Iby
Farmers National Bank
Fred Grant
gRemember
Christendom
West’ Elk and
East Afton
Fred Kolpin
Henry
Afton
KE. M. Matzdorf
Ray
Howard Haight
Henry Westphal
W. E. Haight
Farmers Institute
Cherokee
Will Beckoff
Lester Reckoff
Lewis
Cora Clover
Ione Nelson
Elvina Dieterich
Cora Davis
Delia Paulson
Mrs. R. Templeman
Elsie Buddenhagen
M. W. A. Lodge
Hulda Stief
Marvil Reckoff
Esther Maltby
United States
Phe Ae
Carlborg & Reeves
Stevens
J. Stevens Arms & Tool Company
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