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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1912
Page
2
The Decorah Republica n records a flood of Christmas visits. Locals welcomed relatives and friends from Albert Lea Minneapolis Stoughton Ont ario and Oakdale among others. Many families traveled to or hosted guests from nearby towns and distant states for Christmas celebrations.
A narrative recalls a warm Christmas day in Decorah with mild weather, friendly greetings, and universal good will. It contrasts New York railroads battling heavy snow and a stock exchange snowball fight, noting Decorah’s fortune as the most favored by nature.
The closing of public schools last Friday sent teachers home for vacation. Mrs. Flemming went to Chicago, Miss Miller to Ludington Michigan, Miss Van Wegener to Clarinda, Miss Green to Mount Vernon, Miss Shilton to Kewanee Illinois, Miss Warner to Mason City, Miss Ahley to Castalia, Miss Prehm to Eagle Grove, Miss Hanna to Manchester, Miss Boama to Cedar Falls.
Luther College basketball traveled to Prairie du Chien last Thursday and defeated Sacred Heart College 43 to 35 in a well played game. The contest drew interest for its close scoring and competitive pace.
Karen Brandt chosen by County Superintendent-elect H. E. Miller to serve as his office assistant. She has been acquainting herself with duties for several weeks.
Decorah residents led by local ladies organized the Good Fellowship to bring Christmas cheer to children and elderly and to families in need. A total of 150 were helped yesterday with 140 donations recorded, including gifts of groceries and cash. Farmers contributed with five dollars and a two-bushel bag of nuts, showing broad community support and shared spirit beyond the city limits.
The beloved Kentucky drama Mrs Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch comes to the Grand Monday December 30 under United Play Co management. Matinee at 2 15 and evening at 8 20 conclude three hours of light hearted charm and wide audience appeal.
Last week we examined trophies L O Reed brought back from the Dubuque exhibition. Two cups were awarded, handsome ornaments for any home. Reed notes Rhode Island Reds failed to inspire growers after awards. many Plymouth Rocks Wyandottes and other breeds plan to attend the Decorah show beginning January 13, promising a successful exhibition.
Geo Mizener rents vacant Winsheghick room to establish an up to date news stand and confectionery store. He will offer a complete news service with daily papers and periodicals and will deliver newspapers to customers as soon as they arrive. Expected to open this week.
Col G F Merrick chief engineer of the Upper Mississippi inspection department visited Decorah to inspect Swenson Valve Company work. Government orders for Panama canal valves boosted Decorah’s standing as a top supplier, with about 1000 more valves ordered and awaiting inspection before shipment.
L. M. Enger recounts a travel experience en route to Des Moines for a good roads meeting. He endured four missed connections, being on the road almost continuously for days, with only six hours spent in the capital city.
One or two curious bobsleds appeared in Decorah area last Saturday from the northern county where heavy snow lies. Local sleighing is scarce but wheeling is difficult due to thin snow cover.
County and municipal authorities vow to stamp out illegal whiskey sales. Several suspects are under investigation and arrests are expected once evidence is secured. Citizens are urged to aid officials, regardless of personal stance on prohibition.
The noon Rock Island train last Thursday failed to reach the city by evening due to a broken rail at Nordness. The engine left the tracks on the side track while the outbound train passed. Restoring the line occupied the afternoon for train men and section workers.
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