Peculiar starvation treatment case ends in death verdict
Coroner M D Jewell called to Calmar to investigate a case involving Ambrosia Madson who died after treatment at C C Olson’s facility. Autopsy by Heflin and Hennessy determined death from lack of nourishment and improper treatment, verdict by coroner’s jury attributed death to starvation. Body shipped to Spring Valley after certificate issued.
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M. D. Jewell
Calmar
Ambrosia Madson
Spring Valley
C. C. Olson
Jewell
State Board of Health
Grattan and Lodaller Enter Waukon Fair Races
M T Grattan arrived here on his way home to Preston and reports Lodaller the horse working well. He is entered in the Waukon fair races with several rivals listed for the 2 20 trot, including Topsy, Clear Lake, Cory Gilbert, Black Boreal and Lodaller. Lodaller has run 2 27 and 2 23% without boots or rigging on our track. Jay Axtellion posted 2 25 and Charley Wells trains a two year old pacing filly that ran 2 26, a notable feat for the trainer and the filly.
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M. T. Grattan
Preston
Lodaller
Decorah
Waukon
Winneshiek County Fair
Clear Lake
Cory Gilbert
Black Boreal
Jay Axtellion
Charley Wells
Mr. Wells
Preparing to Build Show Room by Decorah Granite Works
Price and Gibbs of Decorah Granite Works plan a show room on the corner of Washington street and Broad way adjoining their building. The existing site will be remodeled into an office and work room with a north adjoining lot for a concrete floored showroom large enough for their entire stock. The move aims to expand display space and improve handling of business.
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Price & Gibbs
Decorah Granite Works
Washington Street
Broadway
Lightning Burns Hawes Farm Barn and Rosa Grain Stack
During last week’s electrical storm the Hawes farm barn in the county’s southeast was struck by lightning and burned, containing forty tons of hay. Julius Hill and family saved all horses amid falling timbers. That same night a large grain stack on the Rosa farm was struck and burned. The Decorah area saw heat lightning, with a severe storm east of town.
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Hawes
Julius Hill
Old Rosa
Decorah
The Hospital Question in Decorah Delayed by Absent Committee
Debate over locating a new Decorah hospital stalls as committee members are absent. At least two dozen propositions sit with no action until the full committee returns. They will consider the matter carefully for the city and subscribers before proceeding.
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Decorah
Opera House Season Opens With The Girl From Mumm s
The Grand opera house opens with The Girl from Mumm s replacing Trux ton King after Koch’s withdrawal. Olive Vail stars with a strong voice and fine acting, compared favorably to Miss Nobody from Starland. Parisian comedy promises a top cast and chorus as Decorah awaits Monday evening Sept Std appearance.
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Grand Opera House
Miss Vail
Miss Nobody
Starland
Mumm
Madam Sherry
Paris
Decorah
Made Division Superintendent Appointed at Wells Fargo
H R Hislop, long time agent for Wells Fargo Express at Ogden Utah, has been named superintendent of the Arizona and West Coast of Mexico division. The role will base him in El Paso Texas, with about a thousand miles of Old Mexico covered. Ray Hislop, oldest son of Mr and Mrs George Hislop, began his career on the United States Express delivery wagon in Decorah and has risen steadily to the new position, a move many old friends anticipate will continue his ascent.
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Decorah
H. R. Hislop
Wells Fargo Express Company
Ogden
Utah
Arizona and West Coast of Mexico
el Paso
Texas
Old Mexico
Ray
George Hislop
United States Express Company
Banner Stalks of Corn Exhibition Draws Crowds
A Wangler drug store display featured a banner stalk of corn grown by George Hislop Jr from a May planted crop on Sam Richards farm near Canoe. The stalk reached ceiling height with a fully matured ear mid stalk. John W Casey of Bluiftof reports a 15 foot six inch stalk from May 2 planting. Local pride in Winneshiek grows as impressive corn yields fuel statewide admiration.
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Wangler Drug Store
George Hislop, Jr
Sam Richards
Mr. Hislop
John W. Casey
Bluiftof Township
Will Leave Decorah From Local Upholsterer
We regret to announce that Harry Komornik our local upholsterer has decided to leave Decorah. While in Chicago last week it was suggested he move to Streator AL a growing city of 17000 where business men encouraged him to relocate. We regret to see Mr Komornik leave as he is skilled and has many friends.
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Mr. Landers
Minnesota
Iowa
ADAMS
Harry Komornik
Decorah
Chicago
Streator
Komornik
Congressman Haugen Grandpa Keeps Busy in Washington
Congressman Haugen receives wire news of Mary Elizabeth Johnson's arrival as the stork visits his family. Union religious services planned for next Sabbath at the Congregational church with Methodist and Congregationalist participation. Sermon titled Relief from the Distresses of the Desert Journey. Seats free. all welcome. no evening service.
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Mexico
Washington
Haugen
Mary Elizabeth Johnson
Kensett News
Methodists
Congregationalists
Congregational Church
Decorah Tennis Star George Baker Victorious at Prairie du Chien
George Baker won all matches in the Prairie du Chien event as Decorah players return home today. Meanwhile a local sale advertises 45 high quality all wool suits priced at $10.00, claiming unmatched value versus nearby markets.
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Decorah
Prairie du Chien
George Her
Coun- Ben BE
Automobile Burns Up Near Burr Oak Road
Last Saturday evening N L Bailey and his wife traveling companion Mrs F P Adams were on the Burr Oak road about three miles from Decorah when smoke appeared through the floor of their Maxwell. They escaped as flames consumed the superstructure, cars nearby took them to Decorah, and the remains were returned to the owner for insurance action. The gasoline tank did not explode and the fire was likely started by a leaking fuel line with a spark from the carburetor.
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N. L. Bailey
F. P. Adams
Burr Oak Road
Decorah
Sunday outing of Decorah welcomes German Sunday school group
About fourteen autos filled with children bearing Luana pennants brought the German Sunday school to Decorah for their usual study followed by a picnic. The group enjoyed a park band concert but a gathering storm cut the visit short. Neighbors were warmly welcomed and entertained, highlighting city hospitality.
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Decorah
Mrs S M Cox Family Relocates To Cedar Falls
The Cox family goods were sent to Cedar Falls on Monday with Mrs Cox and the children to follow next week. Mr Cox moved his business to Waterloo earlier. Methodist ladies hosted Mrs Cox with a surprise basket collection and a purse of money after a picnic supper. Florence Cox was guests of the Epworth League at a city park picnic the prior Tuesday.
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S. M. Cox
Cedar Falls
Board rejects bids for Tav jouer bridge contract
The Board of Supervisors met Monday to set the Tav jouer bridge building contract. Eight or more bids were presented and all were rejected as too high. The lowest bid from an Illinois firm failed to meet specifications and was discarded, leaving the Board disappointed to move this matter forward.
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Tav Jouer
Ilinois
Trench collapse injures worker in West Decorah
While digging a seven foot deep trench near Prof Sheel's horse in West Decorah the bank caved in, pinning Jas McDonald and breaking his right leg between the knee and hip. Workmen freed him, doctors Stabo and Thomas reduced the fracture.
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West Decorah
Prof. Sheel
Jas. McDonald
Drs. Stabo
Thomas
Tragic Loss for Blackmarr Family
Word came Tuesday that the infant grandson of Mr and Mrs M L Blackmarr of Mason City died after a brief illness. The little boy had just reached the tender age of babyhood and his loss is felt deeply by the family. The remains were sent to Decorah for burial yesterday.
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M. L. Blackmarr
W. T. Blackmarr
Mason City
Decorah
Calmar Wedding Joins Miss Sara Elizabeth Kaye and Mr Albert Ruchecker
On Thursday last at Calmar the marriage joined Miss Sara Elizabeth Kaye, second daughter of Mrs. John I Kaye, to Mr Albert J Ruchecker of Spokane Washington. The bride is described as having charming personality and high education, with many friends offering hearty good wishes.
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Calmar
Sara Elizabeth Kaye
John I Kaye
Albert J. Ruchecker
Spokane
Wash
Ben Bear Plush Hat Arrives in New Colors
Germann's new clothing store at Citizens Bank building offers the Ben Bear plush hat in browns greens greys blacks and white with a price of $1.00. Limited novelty shades available.
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Ben Bear
Bear's
Park Day in Decorah Draws Crowd Despite Heat
Decorah park day was a success in many ways though attendance lagged due to a 100 degree heat and repeated visits this year. The afternoon featured a ball game, horse shoes, children’s games, lantern lighting around the band pavilion, and music by the Merchants band. Receipts totaled 200 to 300 dollars with net spark improvement funds near 200 dollars.
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Decorah
Merchants
Spark
Sudden Death of Mrs Drexel in Terryville
Word reached Decorah relatives Tuesday that Mae Livingston Drexel died that morning at Terryville Dakota. She was married to John Drexel on June 14 last and had gone to Merrill Wisconsin for recovery with her bank employee husband away. She was a niece of Dr. and Mrs P M Jewell and funeral preparations were underway as Dr M D Jewell and his sister Gladys traveled to Terryville.
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Decorah
John Drexel
Terryville
Drexel
Mae Livingston
Merrill, Wis
Family Reunion At Conover Home Ends Pleasant Week
A joyful reunion took place at Dr. F. W. Conover's home as four sisters Agnes Wedgewood California Ella Moore Grafton N D Emma Gaston Beloit Wisconsin and Mary Conover met their mother Mrs Henry Heively for the first time in years. The visit concluded this morning with Mrs Moore and Mrs Wedgewood returning home after a happy week.
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F. W. Conover
Agnes Wedgewood
California
Ella Moore
Grafton
N. D
Emma Gaston
Beloit
Wis
Mary Conover
Henry Heively
Des Moines Assignment For State Fair Duties
FE. J. Curtin departed for Des Moines in late last week and will serve as superintendent of the oe department at the state fair through late next week. The department, under his directorship, is well qualified for handling. I. M. Enger, secretary of the Winneshiek county fair, also went to Des Moines on Tuesday to arrange features for the home exhibit.
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FE. J. Curtin
Des Moines
I. M. Enger
Winneshiek County Fair
Father Mullen Departs for Dubuque Assignment
Father Mullen left Tuesday for Dubuque where he will be temporarily located until a permanent assignment. Father Ranier is expected here this week from Marshalltown to be Father Howe's assistant. Father Mullen was much thought of by his parishioners and respected by all citizens.
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Father Mullen
Dubuque
Father Ranier
Marshalltown
Father Howe
Decorah Clothier Promises Honest Deals and Quality
A Decorah clothing store owner, REN BEAR, proclaims a large stock of high grade suits overcoats and furnishings. He asserts cash purchases keep prices low, guarantees no inflated claims, and pledges square dealing with customers while previewing fast arriving fall stock and renewed commitment to patrons.
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United States
Decorah
Winneshiek County
Tai
Ren Bear
Saturday Straw Hat Sale Announcement
BEN BEAR promotes a one day sale offering all straw hats at one dollar on Saturday the 23rd regardless of original price including 2.00 8.00 and 34.00 hats.
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Ben Bear
The New Store Promises Standard Merchandise and Best Values
A new clothing shop thanks the public for interest and pledges to offer standard merchandise and best values for money. It invites customers to request items not in stock and will work to obtain them. Frank A Germann, Citizens Bank Building, issues the notice. Nurse Girl Wanted for a 24% year old child. apply at this office.
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Frank
Citizens Bank Building
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Fremont Township
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Cresco
Ingvoldstad
Trenton
Mich
MR. Barley Grover
F. S. Landers
Barley Buyer
National Bank of Decorah
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Mumm’s
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Congressman Haugen
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George Baker
Germann’s
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Park Day
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Wangler’s Drug Store
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EF. J.parman
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