Buchanan County fair showcases large livestock displays
At Independence the Buchanan County fair drew large entries with 155 beef cattle 90 dairy cattle 50 horses and numerous hogs and sheep. Prizes went to Geraghty Brothers and Learn in Jerseys while 4-H members led Holstein wins by Marjorie Alberta and Virginia Davis. Congressional candidate Gilbert N. Haugen spoke to the crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
Buchanan County
A. Nelson
Will Oelrich
Lamont
Geraghty Brothers
McGregor
Roy A. Learn
Elgin
Marjorie
Alberta
Virginia Davis
Jesup
State Hospital
Pratzke B
W. B. Robinson
J. W
Woman Held Here Is Returned To Her Home
Mrs. Mary E. Adams of Syracuse New York was returned home after Travelers aid aided her on a North Western train bound for San Francisco. Relatives were notified in Syracuse and Muskegon Michigan via a niece Mrs. Hubert Crieder. Mrs Crieder arrived and, with her aunt, left Cedar Rapids for the east at 9 30 a.m. after care by Travelers aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Travelers’ Aid
Mary E. Adams
Syracuse
N. Y
North Western
San Francisco
Hubert Crieder
Muskegon
Mich
Crieder
Ce“*r Rapids
Funeral services for Alva Carskaddon held in South Bend
Funeral services for Alva Carskaddon, longtime Marion resident, were held in South Bend Indiana on April 11 1853. He lived in Marion, taught in public schools and worked as a deputy in a chemical laboratory. He later farmed in Calhoun County and remained there until recent years. He married Elizabeth Beiber in 1881 and is survived by his daughter Sarah Hicks and two grandchildren Alva and Betty Hicks of Lake City. Also notes death of Mrs. Hainsworth of Brookfield Missouri and prior Marion visit by Fern Griffin. Funeral set for Sunday in Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alva Carskaddon
Elizabeth Beiber
Marion
Marvel Lucile
Sarah Maria
Mr. Carskaddon
Sarah Hicks
Alva
Betty Hicks
Lake City
Hurley Heads to Legion Convention in Portland trip
Secretary Hurley departed Washington by air Friday heading to Tulsa with a stop en route to Portland for the national American Legion convention opening September 12. He planned to return via Huron South Dakota with a political speech en route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington (Ap
Hurley
Washington
Tulsa
Okla
Portland
Oregon
Convention of the American
Maas
Huron
S&s. D
Officer recounts dog shooting ends with accidental self injury
Chicago police report officer George Rauch of River Forest was detailing how he killed a dog when, at the climax, he drew his revolver and shot himself in the leg. The incident occurred as he described the event to fellow officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
George Rauch
River Forest
A N Watson Saturday Monday Specials Catalog List
Local store runs weekend specials on groceries and staples. The advertisement highlights discounts on sugar butter oleo cheese tuna beans and canned goods along with oil vinegar flour corn meal oats and more for a limited period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Graham
Libby
Texas Motor Oi
Jersey Cream
Amana Graham Lge
Local Grocery Ad List Prices for Produce and Brands
A dense scanned ad lists numerous grocery items with quoted prices. It includes produce like potatoes onions lettuce celery and citrus, as well as canned goods snacks and staples from brands such as Robb Ross and Salada. Prices range from a few cents to about 2 dollars per item.
Mrs Cory and kin Called to Seneca by Ill Brother
Mrs John Cory and her son and brothers Ollie Duncan of Mount Vernon and Fred Duncan of Springville left Wednesday for Seneca South Dakota called there by the illness and death of Mrs Corys brother Bud Duncan of Springville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Cory
Ollie Duncan
Mount Verron
Fred Duncan
Springville
Seneca, S. D
St Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church Meeting Notice
Members are asked to attend the third quarterly meeting Friday at 7 30 p m in the church building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Mrs Neal Lutes Visitation Plans with Dubuque Siblings
Mrs. Neal Lutes of Dubuque is expected here for a short visit with her sisters Mrs. A. B. Black and Mrs. Minnie Schenken.
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Neal Lutes of
Dubuque
A. B. Black
Minnie Schenken
Benjamin Bulkley Returns From Hot Springs Visit
Benjamin Bulkley returned Tuesday night after a visit in Hot Springs South Dakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Bulkley
Hot Springs
S. D
Township School Board Meeting Scheduled Saturday Evening
The Township school board will meet Saturday at 7 30 p m in the Marion Community ad indicating a local government gathering to discuss district matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Reverend Biddle to Occupy Pulpit Sunday Morning
The Rev. Conley Biddle will occupy the pulpit of the Christian church Sunday morning at 11. Mrs. X N Kemp Friday is the guest of her sister Mrs El Doo little in Cedar Rapids. Mrs Elva Vanderbilt and her son Roger Lee and her mother Mrs John Stick and her daughter Thursday returned to their home in Chicago after a visit with Marion friends. Mrs Vanderbilt came to take home her daughter Bernita who has been spending the summer vacation in Iowa.
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Conley Biddle
The
Christian Church
X. N. Kemp
Mrs
el Doolittle
Cedar Rapids
Elva Vanderbilt
Roger Lee
John Stick
Thursday
Chicago
Marion
Vanderbilt
Bernita
Iowa
Presbyterian Young People meet at Mrs. Miller home
Cabinet members of the Presbyterian Young People's society will meet Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Mrs. Ella Miller's home 1225 Sixth avenue Trojan lodge No 548 A F and A M will meet Friday at 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic temple. Morris Lowry of Marshalltown visiting his aunt Mrs H R Livingston and family this week. Supt A J Elder was a business visitor Thursday in Sioux City. Mrs W W Vaughn hosted the Fourth division of the Presbyterian Ladies Aid at a picnic luncheon. covers were laid for twenty and the afternoon was spent visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Young People’s Society
Ella Miller
Sixth Avenue
Trojan Lodge
A. F
A. M
Masonic Temple
Morris Lowry
Marshalltown
H. R. Livingston
A. J. Elder
Sioux City
W. W. Vaughn
Presbyterian Ladies Aid Society
Henry to attend Legion National Convention in Portland
Henry, commander of Marion Post No. 298 American Legion, leaves Thursday for Portland Oregon to attend the national convention. Mr. Miller will carry the Marion post banner in the parade, preserving the post’s record of never missing a national convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Marion Post
American Legion
Portland
Ore
The
Legion
Miller
Milwaukee Railroad Women's Club Plans Winter Activities
The Milwaukee Railroad Women’s Club discussed winter plans the Thursday after summer vacation at Mrs. A. J. Elder’s home. They announced an annual luncheon for system clubs at Hotel Morrison in Chicago on Saturday October 7. Mrs. Elder provided refreshments for twenty members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee Railroad Women's Club
A. J. Elder
Morrison
Chicago
Surprise party honors Mrs DeWald on birthday
Mrs Charles DeWald was surprised with a birthday party hosted by friends and relatives Wednesday evening. A picnic dinner was served. Guests included Mrs Ralph Smith, Mrs Floyd Slauson, Mrs E A Mrs Clyde Derflinger, Mrs L R Blackledge, Mrs D S Stewart, Miss Mary Snyder and Miss Anna Jordan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles DeWald
Ralph Smith
Floyd Slauson
E. A
Clyde Derflinger
L. R. Blackledge
D.S. Stewart
Mary Snyder
Anna Jordan
Miss Lucile Huss Teaches Garver School South of Lisbon
Miss Lucile Huss teaches at the Garver school located south of Lisbon this year, taking on duties as the local educator for the fall term and guiding students in the rural district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucile Huss
Garver School
Lisbon
Concord Agriculture and Literary Club Meeting
The Concord Agriculture and Literary club will meet Friday at 7 30 p m in Memorial hall hosted by Mr and Mrs Fred McShane. Visitors include Mr and Mrs Reidyk of Chicago staying with Mr and Mrs Carl White near Marion. Frances and Edward McDonald of Kansas City visited Marion week. Mrs J A Bartlett Mrs Paul Holst and family travel to New Sharon to visit Mrs Perry Trimbel. Marion folks plan to attend the Busenbark reunion Sunday at Thomas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord Agriculture and Literary Club
Memorial Hall
Fred McShane
Mrs. Reidyk
Chicago
Carl White
Marion
J. A. Bartlett
Paul Holst
Dale
Wayne Bartlett
New Sharon
Bartlett
Perry Trimbel
Thomas
Marion Merchants to Play Manchester at Legion Park
The Marion Merchants host Manchester at Legion Park Sunday at 2 30 p m. Mrs Cora Hollenbeck visits Rock Island with sister Mrs Walter Fiddler. A stereopticon lecture titled Ten Nights in a Bar Room by Rev J M Wright will be part of union services at the Methodist church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Merchants
Legion Park
Manchester
Cora Hollenbeck
Rock Island
Mrs
Walter Fiddler
J. M. Wright
Long Island couple resumes journey toward Yellowstone National Park
Mr and Mrs Byron Conrad of Long Island New York are guests in the home of Mr and Mrs Marshall Swayne as they travel toward Yellowstone National Park. They resumed their trip Friday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Byron Conrad
Long Island
N. Y
Marshall Swayne
Yellowstone National Park
Mrs Munier Returns Home After Serious Operation
Mrs George Munier who Saturday was brought home from St Luke s hospital after a serious operation is improving slowly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Munier
St. Luke's Hospital
Parish Gatherings At Methodist Episcopal Church Sunday
Diverse denominations including odist Free Methodist Congregational Christian Baptist and Presbyterian hold services Sunday at 5 30 p m in the Methodist Episcopal church. Fall opening Shad o land Saturday night. Men 35c Ladies 10c advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Ingersolls Visit Eklopstads in Sioux City
Mr and Mrs C O Ingersoll and their son Charles visited Mr and Mrs J B Eklopstad and their son John Bernard in Sioux City. The casual call highlighted family connections and local visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. O. Ingersoll
Charles
Sioux City
J. B. Eklopstad
John Bernard
Farms and acreages for sale in Gazette Want Ads
Advertisement notes that farms and acreages can be bought and sold through the Gazette Want Ads highlighting a classifieds option for property listings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gazette
Ladies Aid Society Meeting at Mrs Black's Home
Eighteen members attended the Second division gathering of the Ladies Aid Society at the Presbyterian church Thursday afternoon. Mrs. A. B. Black hosted and served refreshments after an afternoon of activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church
A. B. Black
Auction at .700 9th Ave Marion Sat 1 PM
An auction is advertised for Saturday at 1 p.m. at the address .700 9th Avenue in Marion. The notice provides no further details on items or terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
9Th Ave
Marion
Woman's Missionary Society Meeting at Newell Trimble
Mrs Ray McCalley hosted the Newell Trimble division of the Christian church Woman's Missionary Society on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs H R Livingston led the lesson as they discussed the international convention. Refreshments were served to seven members and one guest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray McCalley
Newell Trimble
Woman’s Missionary Society of the Christian Church
H. R. Livingston
Auction notice for household furnishings and tools
Auction sale announced for Saturday afternoon on Seventh Avenue. Household furnishings and tools will be offered. Advertisements encourage attendance.
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Seventh Avenue
Studio Changes After Death of Mr Elson
Mrs Elison continues the Victor Phonograph studio in Marion after Mr Elson's death and will stay in the city for the time being while continuing as photographer for the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victor Phonograph Company
Dorothy Pollard Bride Elect Honored at Dinner
Miss Dorothy Pollard, bride elect, was honored at a dinner given by her grandmother Mrs. W. R. Pollard on Wednesday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Millard Hahn, Richard Shaw of Cedar Rapids, Mrs. C. E. Pollard, Edward Scott of Chicago, Miss Julia Pollard of Minneapolis, and Mrs. F. C. Macy of Los Angeles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy Pollard
W. R. Pollard
Millard Hahn
Richard Shaw
Cedar Rapids
C. E. Pollard
Edward Scott
Chicago
Julia Pollard
Minneapolis
F. C. Macy
Los Angeles
Calif
Son born to Mr and Mrs Raymond White
A son named Donald Gene was born to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond White on August 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond White
Donald Gene
Clyde Carsner Takes Son Gene to University Hospital
Clyde Carsner journeyed with his son Gene to Iowa City for a medical examination at the University hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Carsner
Gene
Iowa City
The
University Hospital
Harry Robson Begins Second Term as Baldwin Superintendent
Harry Robson has begun his second term as superintendent of the Bald win schools. He will lead the district through new initiatives and oversee district operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Robson
Baldwin
Merritt Family Returns From Visit
Mr and Mrs Dillard Merritt and their children Naomi and Jackie have returned home after a visit in the A B Merritt home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Dillard Merritt
Naomi
Jackie
A. B. Merritt
Keith Ross Returns Home From Visit With LeRoy Michel
Keith Ross came back to Clear Lake after visiting LeRoy Michel, ending the trip with a brief homeward stop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keith Ross
Clear Lake
LeRoy Michel
Picnic and Bazaar Preparations for Church Women
Mrs. Marshall Oxley hosted the Third Division of the Presbyterian Church women for a Thursday picnic lunch and sewing session for the bazaar. About twenty attendees took part in the event.
Auperles Visit in Will Auperle Home Persons
John Auperle and his son Oscar of Anita were visitors in the Will Auperle home. Mrs L R Wilson is spending a few days with her sister Mrs Mary er.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Auperle
Oscar
Anita
Will Auperle
Mrs. Dahl Returns Home From Illinois Visit
Mrs. W. H. Dahl has returned to Savanna Illinois after visiting her daughter Mrs. A. J. Elder and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Dahl
A. J. Elder
Savanna
City council donates carnival funds to relief
The city council contributed 50 and recent carnival proceeds from Marion street to the unemployment relief organization to aid those in need.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Christian church bazaar and bake sale notice
Advertisement announces a Dec. 6 bazaar with a preaching service Friday at 7 30 p m at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Stack 107 Eighth avenue led by Rev A E Rather of Cedar Rapids Public urged to leave orders at Depot Cafe for made pastries
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Stack
Eighth Avenue
A. E. Rather
Cedar Rapids
Depot Cafe
Studio Change Hands as Lan Sell Acquires Elison Studio
Mrs. C. C. Elison sold the Elison Studio this week to Harry C. Lan sell of New York who has added much of his own equipment. Lan sell, originally from Cedar Rapids, has spent several years in New York operating a studio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Elison
Elison
Harry C. Lansell
New York
Lansell
Cedar Rapids
Mrs H N Strader attends Marion club events after family bereavement
Mrs H N Strader returned from New Hampton after her mother's death, Mrs J P Snyder. Marion Country Club observed Ladies Day with a morning handicap tournament tied by Mrs Ronald Booth and Mrs Gilbert Gordon, Booth winning the playoff. Afternoon featured a one club tournament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. N. Strader
New Hampton
J. P. Snyder
Marion Country Club
Ronald Booth
Gilbert Gordon
Mrs H G Stitzel Wins Play Day Potluck
Mrs H G Stitzel won the event with the best score while Mrs Paul Fry led in putts. Thirteen women enjoyed a picnic luncheon after the event. The M J Martin family relocated to Marion from Springville and now reside at 1298 Fourteenth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Stitzel
Paul Fry
M. J. Martin
Marion
Springville
Fourteenth Street
Granger and Alexander Visit Amana Colonies
Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Granger and Miss Mabel Alexander of Detroit visited the Amana colonies on the Wednesday excursion, spending September with her parents Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Alexander.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Granger
Mabel Alexander
Detroit, Mich
T. R. Alexander
Amana
Rev Mark Shockey Recovering From Surgery
Mrs. Mark Shockey said Friday morning that the Rev. Mark Shockey, pastor of the Free Methodist church, is recovering after a serious operation for a ruptured appendix performed Tuesday in Knoxville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shockey
Mark Shockey
Knoxville
Mr. Shockey
Free Methodist Church
Grace Donlevy and Archie Garner Visit Marion
Mrs Grace Donlevy and Archie Garner of Chicago arrived in Marion on Thursday for a stay at the Harden home. The visit follows their arrival in the community and signals social ties between the two cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Donlevy
Archie Garner
Chicago
Marion
Frank J. Hardenr
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Buchanan
L. A. Marten
Marble Rock
Carruthers Brothers
Masonville
Robinson Brothers
Angus
F. French
Poland
China Hogs
Bonn
Wulfkuhle
Arlington
Hampshire
Leo Johnston
Hawkeye
DeBar Brothers
Aurora
Berkshires
Duroes
Bert Miller
J. B. Cole
Strawberry Point
Chester Whites
Ray
E. Moorehead
Maquoketa
E. N. Baldridge
Boar
C. Jurgensen
Olin
Ackage
Ellogg
Battle Creek
Fae
Grocerman
Roar
Waves
the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co
Middle Western Division
Marion News
Ladies Union of the Christian Church
Edna Roberts
Loyal Workers Division
Thomas Hainsworth
Brookfield
Hainsworth
Fern Griffin
R. N. Fitzgerald
A. N. Watson
Lic
Third Avenue West
Jelio
Bliss
Watson
Chierax
Med
Ivory
Ile
Minn
E. O
Borden
Legion Convention
Frances McDonald
Edward McDonald
Kings City
Marshall Oxley
Ladies Aid Society
the Presbyterian Church
Quality Creamery
Johnson
Pineapple Kitchen
Klienzer
Ouaer Oats Co
Re Geer
Folger
Aaa
Styles
Sigfred
First St. NE
Dial
Brookfield Butter
Sinclair
Jean
Hamburg
Boston
Marion’s Bargain Center
Dickey’s
Riteway Food Store
J. Sprat
Tommy Tucker
Alaska
Fleming
Marion, Iowa
Its
Rope's Cash Market
Majestic Radio Owners
Majestic
P. G. Harlan Co
Canada
M. J. B. Coffee
Colehaan
M. Cira
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