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Correctionville News

Location

Correctionville, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1912

Page

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Big Days for the Graduates at Correctionville High

Correctionville high school marks a busy week with eighth grade graduation on May 22 and the class of 1912 diploma day on May 24. The school play Hearts and Diamonds delighted a large audience, with Rev. J. A. Campbell delivering the baccalaureate address and Rev. R. D. Acheson presenting the sermon. Seventeen graduates, seven boys and six girls, will receive diplomas. The two upper bas es earned a squad supper for the faculty and board, a domestic science feast of hot biscuits and maple syrup.

Opera House R. D. Acheson Correctionville High School Masonic Hall Fanny Ms Quitty Maudie Tile Dorothy Morris Nellie van Houten Eva Burton John Madison Fred Carrington Henry Olson Roy McCormick Earl Stripley Seles Earl Witkin James Cobb J. A. Campbell Lloyd Peck G. A. Hu R. D Acheson Girl's Glee Club Dewy Dell Clith D. Smith Marcia Cobb Leola Stubbs Fanny McQuitty M. Verna Harvey Rachel Robertson Maudie L. Tile Rosalie Bower Victor L. Thom Ray L. Catchall Earl D. Stribley Earl Wilkin Irving Barron Harry H. Hess John V. Madison Board of Education

Thank You For Your Support In Our Motorcycle Contest

We thank readers and contestants for their interest in our motorcycle contest. Trading at our store supports winners and offers top merchandise. Our home clothiers save money and provide clothes as good as or better than anywhere.

New Building Company Formed in Cushin Town

A new building company was organized in Cushin last Wednesday afternoon. Officers elected include President Ed Ferry, Treasurer Glen Gracy, Secretary Geo A Deel, and directors George Volkert Carl Volkert H J Wallace KE R Whyte Robt Brown Hans Grol Emil Sueick Ferd Hemel Aug Rokenthaller. Committees were created to draft incorporation papers and plans for a 280 foot brick structure with capitalization at 15009. Community activities noted include cemetery consecration, local church services, a funeral for a relative of John Peiper, land purchases near town, and a Monday showing at the Harpess shop.

Pres Ed Ferry Treas Glen Gracy Geo. A. Deel George Volkert Carl Volkert H. J. Wallace KE. R. Whyte Robt. Browntee Hans Grol Emil Sueick Ferd Hemel Aug. Rokenthaller C. & Lowrey Ototre Lanckarmerer Tre German Lutheran Church Howe MW. E God's Acre Humarei Volkert John Peiper Struble Iast G. R. Lake Schacht Oxford Cushing Harpess M. T. Bondhus

Tragic Drowning and Fire Crimes Reported in Local Items

The week recounts two deaths and multiple incidents. Hannah Hoetker, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Hoetker, died when a barn door fell trapping her neck after reportedly creeping through a hole. A younger BOulting child suffered severe burns after stepping into a yard fire. Postmaster Hoigel announces plans to stay in the same building while moving offices. A local obituary notes the death of Mr Booker after fifteen years of service. A boat rescue follows a dragged auto accident near the county line, with crews pumping out water before safe passage home. Church notices cover Methodist and Evangelical services, Epworth League elections, and a regional league convention.

Anthon Hannah 2Nd Ave Booker

Music Festival at the Opera House Friday Eve

Tomorrow evening the first annual music festival will be held at the opera house. The program features PakRT Brahmi La Troika High School Orchestra Vocal Solos and a variety of performances by local students and soloists. Subscriptions to the city newspapers and magazines are renewals with delivery at the office.

the Opera House Atent Pakrt la Troika Oreestra Tortt Gertrude Copeland Brownies Hymal Tribune, Journal and News FDR Mie Belcomb Ipa

Mrs William Jacobs Dies Suddenly At Home

Mrs William Jacobs dies suddenly at her home shortly after a stroll. Surrounded by her husband, three children, her daughter's husband C P Riordan and a nurse she remained conscious to the end. Suffering from cancer, the illness was known two months prior though not fully realized. Funeral arrangements not yet announced, likely Friday. Mrs Brown, mother of Mrs J B van Houten, falls ill while visiting near Danbury. her condition is serious as her children are summoned.

William Jacobs C. P. Riordan Jacobs Brown J. B. Ven Houten Danbury

Fine Change For Young Musicians Contest Shaping Up

A voting contest at B B Hall & Co store began May 3 and draws strong interest. Forty candidates have been nominated with more expected before the closing date. Married women and young entrants compete, and enthusiasm promises a lively event with easy conditions and ample prizes.

B. B. Hall & Co Tonis Enthusi Idais Effon

No Charge Yet for Depositors Convenience at Local Bank

The bank offers free checking deposit services while promising security for funds and a written record of receipts and expenditures. Officers of the strong bank are ready to assist customers with financial matters and acquaint them with banking offerings.

Five prizes offered in Hall's contest spark district effort

A heavy call to action promotes a Hall's contest with five prizes. It urges readers to participate, stating the opportunity costs nothing and success depends on individual energy and timing. The piece notes clear duplicate piano prizes on display, and emphasizes no guesswork or instant wins. Also included is a local baseball result Moville 3 Palmers Chocolates 2, with Moville battery Preemar and Davis.

Hall Halle Moville Palmers Chocolates Biotx City Movil Preemar Davis

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