Purely Personal Notices in Decorah and Surrounds
Walter Pilgrim visited Frankville on Tuesday. Several locals, including Nels Hangen in Winona and H C Hjerleid in Decorah, conducted business or visits around Tuesday and Monday. Many residents traveled to Cresco, Albert Lea, Chicago, Minneapolis, and the Twin Cities for short visits, business, or family time, with multiple arrivals and departures noted through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Pilgrim
Frankville
Nels Hangen
Winona
H. C. Hjerleid
Dana Mason
Cresco
M. E. Marsh
Burr Oak
Decorah
H. T. Liquin
Locust
A. O. Anderson
Velva
N. D
Norman Willett
Chicago
D. C. Jordahl
Ridgeway
Steen Johnson
N. L. Bailey
Twin Cities
Louise Moe
Albert Lea
Walter Mott
Bertha Mott
Clarence Anderson
Highlandville
Ole Dreswold
Helen Ihgens
Dale
Minneapolis
J. C. H. Light
Cedar Rapids
P. H. Schlatter
Minna Golz
Gertrude
Carl Seebach
Luther
la Crosse
St. Olaf-Luther
Helen Hersey
E. J. Stark
Waukon
J. Rothenberg
Edward Bear
Paine Returns Home From Lafarge Visit
Arthur Paine arrived Tuesday from Lafarge Wisconsin for a brief visit with his parents Mr and Mrs G W Paine. Mrs R F Tyler called to Rush City Minnesota by the death of her brother R H McKay returned home Saturday. E A Waterbury attended the annual agents meeting of the Equitable Life Insurance Company of Iowa in Des Moines this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kil Haakenson
Ridgeway
Decorah
Amelia
Sask
Charley Linderbaum
Bloomfield Township
F. I. Pleister
de Koven Opera Company
Herbert Waterous
Will Scarlet
T. A. Jayne
Mr. Waterous
Mr. Jayne
Henry Viste
Childdren
Alberta
Canada
Rev. E. ©. Vik
la Crosse
Arthur Paine
Lafarge
Wis
G. W. Paine
R. F. Tyler
Rush City
Minn
R. H. McKay
E. A. Waterbury
Equitable Life Insurance Company of Iowa
Des Moines
Baumwart Brothers Envision Oil Prospects in Foss Belt
Arthur C. Baumwart writes from Canute Oklahoma that his farm sits at the center of the Foss oil belt where oil and gas prospects look bright. He has leased half the farm to prospectors and would receive one eighth of produced oil as royalty if oil is found. His brother B M Baumwart of Columbus Nebraska also owns a farm in the same area. Crops were strong in the region last season and farmers prospered despite the severe cold, eight degrees below zero last Thursday morning, a record low for several years. In 1899 the coldest temperatures reached fifteen below zero.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur C. Baumwart
Winneshiek County
Canute
Oklahoma
Repver
Foss
B. M. Baumwart
Columbus
Nebraska
The Sewer Work Halted by Severe Cold
Severe cold last week froze the ground four feet deep near the college, stopping sewer digging. Mexicans stay on site through winter while Bulgarians head to Chicago. Work continues with ordered steel casing for the river crossing and a pile driver to resume the inverted siphon before ice leaves the river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Stricken With Appendicitis Struck Julius Rosenthal
Julius Rosenthal son of Mr and Mrs Emil Rosenthal fell ill in town Monday. Doctors Barfoot and Dahl diagnosed appendicitis and he underwent surgery Tuesday. He is recovering well and was preparing to return to the farm when the attack occurred. a late arrival could have left him stranded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julius Rosenthal
Emil Rosenthal
Owls Elect Officers for the Coming Year
At the Owls regular meeting last week Wednesday evening officers were elected for the coming year. President Charles P. Blair, Vice President James Groff, Secretary A. Gijerre, Treasurer O. M. Drexel, Invocator J. D. Hexom, Warden Claire McKinney, Sentinel E. M. Hess, Picket C. M. Larson, Trustee Darrington, Medical Examiner J. D. Hexom. The ice harvest is underway with Teveners cutting ice on the upper dam, chunks sixteen inches thick, filling outlying ice houses and likely to start the main ice house in West Decorah by week’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owls
Charles P. Blair
James Groff
A. Gijerre
0. M. Drexel
J. D. Hexom
Claire McKinney
E. M. Hess
C. M. Larson
Darrington
Teveners
West Decorah
Illness Of John Finn Strikes Noted County Resident
Illness of John Finn, one of the county's best known and oldest residents, confines him to his home. About two weeks ago he suffered bowel trouble, and after that he developed additional complications that worry his physician and friends. His daughter, Mrs J BE Wilkins of New Hampton, is with him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Finn
The Masquerade at Steyer Opera House This Evening
A masquerade event at Steyer Opera House draws a large crowd with many handsome costumes and some comic outfits. Attendees can expect fun for all despite the note of dance prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Steyer Opera House
Neff to Open New Millinery Store on Winnebago Street
Mrs J A Neff rents Richard Schrubbe's building next to his shop on Winnebago street to launch a millinery business. Her daughter Miss Ruth Neff, an expert trim mer, will join the venture as partner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Neff
Richard Schrubbe
Winnebago Street
Ruth Neff
Frost Endangers California Fruit
Eudorus Riggs formerly of Castalia now in Osage wintering at Monrovia reports January 11 frost in the area. He notes oranges and lemons were saved by using smudge pots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eudorus Riggs
Castalia
Osage
Monrovia
Cal
Teachers' Examination Dates for County Certificates
Examinations for teachers' uniform County Certificates to be held in the County Superintendent's room on Wednesday Thursday and Friday, January 26 27 28. H. BE MILLER County Superintendent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Be, Miller, Co
Robin Hood Pleases at Grand in Bitter Cold
In Decorah the de Koven Opera Company presented Robin Hood to a large audience last Thursday night. The performance impressed both old admirers and first time listeners with strong solos and chorus, clean comedy, and worthy staging. Management plans to negotiate with Victor Herbert for next season, promising another itinerary date if successful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T de Koven
de Koven Opera Company
Bostonians
Maraerita Sylva
Chie
de Kove Company
Victor Herbert
Decorah
Church Notes and Week's Services at M E Church
Congregational notes announce Sabbath morning sermons on The Problem of Suffering and evening talk One Way of Finding Out the Will of the Lord. Chorus and quartette perform. Rev Kirwin tours among listeners with topics The Doctors Fail Being Well Born. Rev Lackland to preach Sunday with morning reception and evangelistic service. public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
M. E
Kirwin
Mme. Ohlson-Salem
Lackland
Nordness Telephone Company Officers Elected at Annual Meeting
Nordess Telephone Company officers were elected at the annual meeting. President O Lomen, Manager J J Brown, Auditor C J Thorgrimson, Electrician W Brandhagen, Assistant Kroghammer. Directors named for divisions 1 through 17 include Thorgrimson, Les, Bakke, Gjewre, Ber gan, Herman Lansing, John Humpal, E Danielson, Edgar Aarness, G Syverson, George Hamre, B Kitlisby, Ed Youmans, Waters, Anton Hogenson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nordness Telephone Anergy
O. Lomen
J. J. Brown
C. J. Thorgrimson
Wm. Brandhagen
Eet E Kroghammer
Thorgrimson
Wm. Les
Bakke
N. HW
Gje
Weekly Weather Report Calms With Varied Skies
The past week featured four clear days one partly cloudy and two cloudy. Temperatures ranged from 18 below to 12 above with a mean of 7.7 degrees, 62 below normal. Sunrise was 7 25 and sunset 4 58. Yesterday afternoon the season’s heaviest snowstorm began, ensuring good sleighing.
Rankin Buried in Prairie du Chien. Former Saloon Operator
Report on Monday night claimed W. C. Rankin a former local saloon operator dropped dead in Wisconsin and was buried in Prairie du Chien that day. No corroboration or full facts available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Rankin
Prairie du Chien
Rankin
Wisconsin
Frost Bitten in Blizzard Weather Focus
Several residents suffered frost injuries during last week blizzard. John Harter’s ear was slightly frozen while clearing a sidewalk. A young boy on the way to school had a frost white nose. Lackland also reported a frost nipped ear while working outdoors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Harter
Lackland
Loos
Warm Weather Notes From Hot Springs Retreat
Letters from C. J. Wangler in Hot Springs Arkansas describe pleasant winter warmth with daily walks and no overcoat. Thermometer readings stay above 50 degrees, often between 65 and 70 degrees, signaling unusually mild weather for the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. J. Wangler
Hot Springs
Ark
St Olaf Triumphs Over Luther in Northfield Showdown
St Olaf College defeated Luther College 14 to 13 in a tense second half after trailing 8 to 2 at half. Streeter fouled out late in the half, Harstad added spark for the visitors, and a final pistol shot saved St Olaf from a potential defeat. Luther next faces North Dakota Aggies on February 1 in what is anticipated as a fast contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther College
St. Olaf College
Northfield
College Auditorium
St. Olaf
Decorah
Luther
Streeter
Harstad
Garfield Circle Installation Leads Local G A R Officers
On Jan 12 at 2 30 pm L L Couse installed Garfield Circle Ladies of the G A R officers for the year. Names include President Mary A Burt Sr Vice Christine Meyrick Jr Vice Elnora C Draper Secretary Nellie Thompson Chaplain Olive Wicks Conductor Olive Gillett. Delegates and alternates listed. Decorah and Fayette games noted with 32 28 boys win. Mott Co White Goods sale ongoing with bargains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Couse
Garfield Circle
Mary A. Burt, Sr
Christine Meyrick, Jr
Elnora.c. Draper
Nellie Thompson
Olive Wicks
Olive Gillett
Ida Topliff
Emily Stortz
Caddie Drake
Marielle
Mary J. Couse
Ist
Marie Ode
Elmina Hoag
Christine Meyrick
Anna Wingaard
Martha Hanson
Lutherans buy parsonage site in Decorah on Washington
The United Lutheran congregation of Decorah has purchased the corner lot of Mrs. Bertha Mott on South Washington street for a parsonage likely costing between 1000 and 1500 dollars. Rev. O E Schmidt has moved to the Jacob Hamre residence on East Broadway. I H Conigisky bought 90 feet of property in the first ward and plans two modern rental residences if his deals close.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Lutheran Congergation
Decorah
Bertha Mott
South Washington Street
O. E. Schmidt
Jacob Hamre
East Broadway
First Ward
I. H. Conigisky
Decorah Markets Report Shows Little Change Across Commodities
The Decorah market page notes wheat steady at 1.05 to 1.15 per bushel, barley 65 to 70 cents, oats 40 cents, corn No 2 yellow 78 cents, mixed 74 to 77 cents, town ear 67 to 70 cents, hogs firmer 6.25 to 7.00, eggs 27 cents, and dairy butter at 29 cents. An advertisement promotes Dean's Regulats for constipation and headaches at 25 cents a box.
Potash and Perlmutter to Play Decorah Feb 25
Letter from A H Woods confirms the Potash and Perlmutter troupe, famed from New York, Chicago, Omaha and other cities, will perform in Decorah on February 25 after a busy touring schedule. The manager notes the company is expensive and offers favorable terms, including a 5 percent concession for Decorah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pottash & Perlmutter
Montague Glass
Saturday Evening Post
New York
Chicago
Omaha
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Decorah
Messrs. Weiser & Bear
Potash & Perlmutter
Kansas City
Sioux City
Tam
A. H. Woods
White Season sale on White Goods at Mott & Co
Stock up now with special prices on White Goods at Mott and Co. Advertises Burdock Hood Bitters as a family system tonic to improve appetite digestion sleep and enjoyment of life. Price listed as $1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mott & CO
Scarlet Fever Quarantine Ordered in Fourth Ward
Dr. Conrad was called Monday to treat a child in the Fourth ward showing scarlet fever symptoms. The home was promptly quarantined, and no danger is feared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conrad
White Goods Offerings Delight Customers at Mott & Co
A brisk note promises delight with White Goods offerings at Mott & Co. The message highlights quality and pricing as decisive factors to encourage new purchases, presenting a succinct sales prompt from the retailer.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lawrence Falck
Strawberry Point
Charles Falck
J. Weiser
R. Algyer
North Dakota
W. A. Middleton
H. H. Worth
J. A. Headington
Glenside
Alonzo Bradish
George Mizener
Great Falls
Mont
A. E. Anderson
Blue Grass
Springfield Township
Carrie Ellefson
McGregor
Sarah Ellefson
Lou Ellefson
Elmer Bronsdale
Portland
Howard Williams
EF. L. Beard
Atlantic
Iowa
Dahihjelm
Halston Ramlo
Rochester Hospital
Jack Carrington
Ols
California
Robin Hood
Nordness Telephone Company
Weekly Weather Report
Basket Ball
New Hampton
Aml
Fayette
United Lutherans
Rev. C. E. Schmidt
Decorah Markets
Dean
Ady
PAY USA
Wangler’s Drug Store
Douglas Fairbanks
Double Trouble
Triangle-Keystone
Fred Mace
Keystone
Paramount-Famous Players Presents
Arguerite Clark
Paramount
Marguerite Clark
Still Waters
Dainty Marguerite
Harry LA Pearl
Clara Kimbal Young
Camille
Republican
Bi Daylight
Whitedale
Hauge
Mercelin
Nainsook
Poplins
India
Voile
Crepes
Gabardines
Europe
K. I. Haugen’s
BIG Daylight Store
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