Fatal Thanksgiving Eve Kerosene Fire Claiming Mrs Horton
Mrs Hortons death followed a kerosene spill in Nora Springs when she poured fuel over hot coals in the kitchen. Neighbors rushed to extinguish flames but she died hours later in Mason City. The widow leaves three children, husband Kelly Horton, and numerous relatives. Funeral services were held at the Congregational church in Buffalo Center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelly Horton
Nora Springs
Horton
Mason City
Thos. Bosma
Trorton
M Oswald
Dell, Minn
Mastin
Ralph Mastin
Wlo Center
Bessie
Grace
Lewis
Edward
Rake
Thomas
al Heiko
Buffalo Center
Fae Clarence
Congregational Church
Graceland
N. ‘Arlen
Cleaning-Up On Slot Machines In County Report
A vague countywide notice reports a man from Forest City involved with slot machines and a general sale. The text mentions nearly two machines found and references an ongoing county action without clear details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ll? Johnston
Forest
Etty
Davies
Elgar
Hospital News Reported Births and Removals
Ms. Robert DeVries Jr and Mrs Teron DeVries announce the birth of a 9 pound son on Wednesday November 11 98th in Minneapolis. The hospital notes include an operation for removal of a ton Walog taist and a subsequent operation the following day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert DeVries, Jr
Teron
Nolet
Nether
Histle Potana China bones five Iy luo Minn Cat
In a cryptic OCR fragment from a Minnesota page a brief item mentions bones and a cat. The readable text references locations and terms but lacks coherent context or complete names, making concrete facts minimal and identification uncertain.
Merle Gibson Dies in Woden After Illness
Merle Gibson, in his early thirties and husband of Oliver Wentworth, died of tuberculosis in Woden on Friday morning November 30. He operated an oil station in Woden and was survived by five children. last rites were held December 3 at the Methodist church in Woden, roads hindering many from attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merle
Dick Gibson
Woden
Oliver Wentworth
Widen
Anniversary Celebration for Mr and Mrs Evert Krull
On the eve of Thanksgiving friends and family gathered at the Krulls home to honor their 40th wedding anniversary. A program featured group singing, biblical readings, a prayer, and congratulatory addresses. The couple, who raised 10 children, received many gifts as 54 guests enjoyed tea, a dinner, ice cream, and cake. A family portrait followed the next day with numerous relatives in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evert Krull
Rev. Everts
Sehoon
Everts
Aiek Krull
Ackley
Menno V VanLoh
Loran Cady
Fort Dodge
Andrew Albers
Ted DeBoer
John Gerzema
Albert Johnson
Woman's Community Club Demonstrates Candies at Meeting
The Woman's Community Club held a Tuesday evening meeting presided by Ruby Sloper. Mrs. Meche and Miss Anderson described candy making with samples of Tudge English Toffee and grapefruit peel. Members were urged to bring candy for a Christmas program and to attend the December 11 sale. proceeds support the community.
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Ruby Sloper
Ness
Meche
Miss Anderson
Thompson
Fonda
Busim
Ation
Misa Anderson
Ing
Dee
Ehil
Miss Margaret Wilkens Weds John Breckunitch
Miss Margaret Wilkens daughter of Mrs Sophie Wilkens and John Breckunitch oldest son of Mrs M Breckunitch, both of this city, wed Dec 1 at St Patrick's church Rev Fr Schmedtz officiating. Clarence Vanisch and Miss Frances Serhagl attended. Wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s mother's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Wilkens
Mys
Sophie Wilkens
John Breckunitch
M. Breckunitch
St. Patrick's Church
Fr. Schmedtz
Clarence Vanisch
Frances Serhagl
Mission in St Patrick's Church Proceedings Delighted Despite Weather
The Mission at St Patrick's Church led by Rev A M Schorn M B C D D progresses well amid heavy snow. The focus on the Immaculate Conception feast on Dec 8 is explained with church doctrine and the mission concludes Dec 9 with evening devotion and a solemn high Mass on Saturday at 9 am, inviting all community members to attend.
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St. Patrick's Church
A. M. Schorn
M. 8
D. D
Jesus
Christ
Jesus Christ
New Dairy Management At Frevidhs Farm Sale
Onno Frevidhs bought his father in law RBH Davis dairy adjoining town to the northwest and moved in on the day. Wit. Davis has suffered asthma for several winters and Mr. Prerichs assisted in maintaining cleanliness and milking standards. Davis injured his shoulder and will move to a farm home seven miles south of town by March 1 with his wife to visit children.
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Onno Frevidhs
RB. H. Davis
Wit. Davis
Prerichs
Davis
Auxiliary to Meet Monday at Legion Post 61 Home
The Auxiliary of Legion Post No 61 will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday afternoon December 10 at Airs Woodcock's home. Mrs. Kate Woodcock, Mrs. Robinson, and Mrs. Jessie Matson will be hosts.
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Auxiliary of Legion Post No 61
Kate Woodcock
Airs
Woodcock
Robinson
Jessie Matson
Card of Thanks for condolences and support
We express appreciation to friends for kindness and words of condolence after our bereavement. Thanks also to the quartet for vocal selections of solace at the funeral and to those who sent floral offerings. Kelly Horton and Ohfideen. Mrs and Mrs T Bosnia and family.
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Porn
Kelly Horton
Ohfideen
T. Bosnia
St. and Family
Gratitude for Support After Mother's Death
We are grateful to our friends for their help and words of sympathy at the time of our mother's death. H. Setbel and wife I, A. Berge
Swea City Men Killed in Night Collision With Coal Truck
Victor Leland, 41, and Viggo Christensen, 27, both of Swea City, died instantly Tuesday night after a car collided with a stalled coal truck on highway 169 north of Bancroft. Poor visibility from misty rain and oncoming headlights were blamed. coroner, county attorney, and sheriff attended the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Menke
Victor
Harry Scott
Winnebago
Robert Hope
Fort Dodge
Swea City
Bancroft
R. M
Trade Extension News Awards Prizes Drawn at Bank Window
The trade extension's second week in egress drew a large crowd for the first prize event, awarding 25 dollars in merchandise. Awards continue Wednesdays, with numbers drawn at 3 pm and check-in deadline at 6 pm. Results posted at Farmers Trust & Savings Bank. It is a profit sharing scheme for merchandise buyers and sellers in the market.
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Farmers Trust & Savings Bank
First Snow Storm Delays Seasonal Roads And Offers Hope
Old man winter brought the season’s first blizzard last Friday, dumping about a foot of snow after heavy rains. Farmers foresee better soil for next year as Christmas plans rise with holiday buying. Traffic and mail routes faced statewide delays, though highway crews expect normal service soon.
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Mother Earth
Highway Commission
Baked food sale by Congregational Church group at Wilson store
The Congregational Church will hold a baked food sale at the J A Wilson store on Saturday afternoon December Std starting at 2 oclock. Proceeds support church activities and community assistance. The event lists baked goods prepared by church members and residents.
B C Quintet Meets Garner in Conference Opener
Buffalo Center high school basketball opens north Iowa Conference play at Garner Friday December 7 at 7:15 pm. Buffalo Center has lost two games this season to Swea City 23 18 and Armstrong 20 19, with Harkness expected back after illness.
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Buffalo Center
North Iowa
Garner
Swea City
Armstrong
Harkness
Christmas Candle program by Woman's Club announced
The Woman's Club Christmas Committee presents A Christmas Candle a musical dramatic reading directed by Mrs Leonard Mitterer to be held Tuesday evening December 11 at City Hall seating limited to 200 tickets priced 15 cents for adults and 10 cents for children Reservations encouraged with Mesdames R E Thiele Fulton Costigan and Miller
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Mitterer
Woman's Club
Dorothy Thiele
Marjorie Arkwright
Virginia Dolmage
Evelyn Barsness
Pauline Costigan
Lorraine Bronleewe
PS Gigg
James DeVries
Fred Larson
Clarice Jensen
Lillian Tutting
Margaret Snell
Aleta Pink Din
Mesdames
R.E. Thiele
Fulton, Costigan and Miller
Feather Party a Success and Post Meeting Tonight
Winnebago Post No. 21 to meet in regular session Thursday evening at the Post rooms. The Feather Party, sponsored by the local Post, was a grand success socially and financially, with thanks to volunteers including Barney Bohl. Ted A. Weaver lent a stove for heating, and thanks are extended to all who helped with tables, chairs, and poultry.
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Winnebago Post No. 21
Otto Schmidt
Local
Post
The
Ted A. Weaver
Legion Post
Ted
Barney" Bohl
Mason City
A. I. Olson
Marshalltown
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Thomas Touma
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Merle Gibson
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