PURELY PERSONAL NEWS AND VISIT NOTES IN DECORAH
A dense list of civil and social movements shows Mrs. Bertha Mott visiting Cresco, Theobald Kratz in Decorah, Miss LuRena Lamm at Ossian, and Miss Ida Rogness returning to Pipestone Minn. Many residents travel to Minneapolis Austin Dubuque and Ridgeway for visits or business. Several locals attend funerals, church events, or visit relatives, with notes on arrivals and departures to Cresco LeRoy Monona Waukon and Ossian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Mott
Cresco
Theobald Kratz
Lincoln
Decorah
LuRena Lamm
Ossian
Ida Rogness
Pipestone
Minn
Ella Juve
Minneapolis
Frank Adams
Nathan Schulze
Dubuque
Frank Keefe
Martin Langland
Highland Township
G. A. Peacock
Ridgeway
Bert Daniels
Edith McCallum
McGregor
Mildred Graf
Austin
Joe Graf
Othelia Lubke
Davis
W. F. Baker
Monona
George Rastetter
Waterloo
Joe Rastetter
W. C. Winn and Son
Mr. Christofferson
Castalia
Nancy Bailey
Lilian Winter
Chicago
J. Eckstein
A. W. Freeman
LeRoy
Anna Krog
Hillsboro
Ed. Ainegard
Ella Vick
A. D. McKay
California
FE. W. Cutting
Mason City
Odd Fellows
Mary Harris
Alice Daniels
Letta Fjelstul
Gail Torsen
Madeira
E. Torsen
Florence
Lily Gilbertson
Rochester
Mayo Brothers
R. McNeal
Hi. J. Jenniach
Waukon
P. H. Kennedy
Rose Rooney
Lawler
John Conyers
Cando
N. D
J. H. Bradish
Warren Hoyt
J. Drar
Independence
Women's Missionary Convention
L. J. Nesheim
J. M. Jacobson
Frank Brunner
Sarah McIintosh
Duncan McIntosh
Alex, McIntosh
D. P. Jones
E. Cartwright
J. C. Beard
Owen Murray
Nellie Wohlford
Miles
Town
John Johnson
Anna Ness
Gavin Hierleid
Hierleid
Taylor
Wis
B. McKenzie
Omaha
The
Fire Association
O. Severson
Thea
Harry Skinner
B. Linde
N. A. Tverson
8. C. Yivisaker
Milwaukee
Prof. Yivisaker
Henry Schulze
Will
Virginia, Minn
Earl Plummer
Forest City
Ben Bear
Alex
G. Heller
D. A. Noyes
C. J. Weiser
K. P. B. Reishus
Caledonia
Austin Larsen
M. J. Soukup
Dubuane
Virginia
Mt. St. Joseph's Academy
J. TL. Seaman
Duffy
St. Paul
W. D. Holway
Guatemala
Florado
E. W. Cutting
James Cutting
Will P. Knowlton
Iowa City
Mr. Knowlton
Wim. Knowlton
Alvin Pfister
E. R. Skinner and Son
Aberdeen
Celebrated Silver Anniversary for Voegeding Couple
Upwards of fifty relatives and friends gathered at the Voegeding home last Friday to mark the twenty fifth anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Voegeding. The event featured music, an address by Rev. A. F. Cameron, a bountiful dinner, and gifts of silver and money, with wishes for long happiness and prosperity from attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Voegeding
M.fe
A. F. Cameron
Debaters Chosen For Wage Laws Debate At Luther College
On Tuesday evening at Luther College auditorium the debating teams of Try ing and Amphictronic societies argued the question on minimum wage laws for factories workshops and department stores. Amphictyonie spoke for the affirmative with Theo Gilbertson Clarence J. Lee and Henry Talle. Irving defended the negative with Eberhard Opsahl Herman A. Prevs and Bryniolf J. Hovde. Judges N Houek Prof C L Olson and F C Mailer awarded the decision to the affirmative, who will meet Gustavus Adolphus College later to continue the same debate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther College
Theo
Gilbertson
Clarence J. Lee
Henry ©. Talle
Irving
Eberhard Opsahl
Herman A. Prevs
Bryniolf J. Ho
Grand Opera House Spars Use of Big New Works
The Grand Opera House could not book Christie Mas-Donald in The Spring Maid or the comedy Twin Beds by Jefferson De Angelis due to overlapping attractions. The management avoids overloading audiences by featuring two attractions a month and still delivering strong business for Decorah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Opera House
Christie Mas-Donald
Jefferson de Angelis
Chicago
Decorah
My Home Town Gin Delight Impresses Small Grand Audience
A small audience at the Grand enjoyed a strong showing of My Home Town Gin last Thursday. Hyams and McIntyre delivered well suited performances while Eda Von Lake, seen here before, contributed significantly to the evening’s fun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Grand
Hyams and McIntyre
Eda von Lake
Par man To Build Home On Vernon Street Lot
E A Parman purchased the lot west of Julius Woldt’s residence on Vernon Street from Mrs E C Bailey and will construct a house there this summer. During building, Mr and Mrs Par man will occupy part of F T orove s residence.
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Wek
BF. A. Parman
E. C. Bailey
Julius Woldt
Vernon Street
Stricken With Paralysis Beats Mrs Thompson at Health Hit
Mrs PL Thompson suffered a stroke Tuesday morning and lies in a serious condition. Her advanced age and long term poor health complicate the situation. Her sons have been notified and some are already with her.
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PL Thompson
Sanford closes offer for Olaf Vick residence on Mechanic Street
R B Sanford completed negotiations for the purchase of Olaf Vick's Mechanics Street home this past week. Vick will stay about two months while Sanford plans to move in during early fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. BP. Sanford
Olaf Vick
Mechanic Street
Mr. Vick
Mr. Sanford
Easter Sale At Portman Building By Church Ladies
Easter sale hosted by Episcopal church ladies to be held in the Portman building on Friday April 14 features home baking aprons and fancy work for sale to raise funds for church activities and outreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies of the Episcopal Church
Portman Building
County Fair Matters Decorah Banks
Decorah banks report major fairgrounds upgrades including a new band stand and elevated judges' stand. A. G. Rigby of Independence aids as assistant secretary, planning a larger premium list and 2500 distributed copies to boost county advertising. Four banks hold 2,916,873.34 in deposits, per federal census basis per person totals 812.11 locally and 131.16 countywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Rigby
Independence
National Bank
Decorah
Calmar
Ossian
Ridgeway
Castalia
Fort Atkinson
Spillville
Burr Oak
Charles City
Church Notices MEF Seeks Reach With Service Schedule
Sunday services at 10 30 a m Enlisted Warrior Versus a Free Lance 730 p m The Cost of Not Being a Christian Special music by Mme Ohl son Salem and chorus choir Special invitation extended to those not in the habit of going to church Try our Sunday evening service Congregational Subject next Sabbath morning The Amazing Gift of War and in the evening The Outlook for Plain Folk or the World Wide Advance of Democracy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mme, Ohlson Salem
Conigisky to Visit Dr Conrad’s Clinic This Week
Optometrist Conigisky will be at Dr. Conrad’s office Friday and Saturday this week April 7th and 8th for eye trouble. Patients urged to seek examination and glasses advice.
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Conigisky
Window display praised at Ben Bear store
A fine window attracts many onlookers this week at the Ben Bear store. The west window showcases a unique black and white square design with columns, created by Chris, Jualley and John Alstad. The distinctive conception earns special commendation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Bear
Chris, Jualley
John Alstad
Elks Install New Officers Tonight in Decorah Lodge
Newly elected officers of the Decorah lodge of Elks will be installed tonight with the usual ceremonies followed by a banquet.
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Decorah Lodge of Elks
Ossian Ossian Tal Road Plan To Bypass Rail Crossings
The board of supervisors discussed the Ossian Castalia highway, currently running along Milwaukee tracks and crossing the line twice, with Ossian residents petitioning to straighten the route to eliminate dangerous crossings. The board weighs purchasing a stone crusher and excavating material to build permanent roads, noting abundant local supply and potential long term savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
Ossian-Castalia
Milwaukee Tracks
Ossian
Spillville dog license story declared a canard
The Spillville town clerk says the $15 dog license tale is unfounded though it came from a Decorah citizen in good faith. The license would likely not stand in law if imposed.
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Spillville
Decorah
Parcel Post Grocery Sale At Willis Ness Store Window
The Methodist ladies sponsor a parcel post grocery and home baking sale in Willis Ness new furniture store window on Saturday April Sth starting at 2 p m. The event invites friends to patronize with the assurance of ongoing value from Bear s.
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Willis & Ness
Christen Bros Agents Close Sale of McClaskey Building
Otto Solberg became owner of the McClaskey building just east of the Winneshiek hotel for 4500 dollars. Solberg will not occupy the property, stating he intends it as a sound Decorah investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christen Bros
Otto Solberg
McClaskey
Winneshiek Hotel
Solberg
Decorah
Rheumatic Relief Through Chamberlain's Liniment
Spring brings rheumatic pains for many. the cold damp weather worsens them. Relief is offered by applying Chamberlain's Liniment, for sale by R. A. Engberston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
R. A. Engbertson
Also Mentioned on This Page
E. A. Parman
County Fair Matters
Decorah Banks
Decorah Furniture CO
Elks
Highway Matters
Parcel Post Grocery Sale
Bear
Kate M
Neff
Winnebago St
St. Cloud Annex
Petty
R. F. Gibson
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