Purely Personal Notices From Decorah and Nearby
A long list of visitors and business trips detailed from Decorah and surrounding towns. Jacob Hamre visited La Crosse yesterday, and numerous others including Fred and Mrs. Fisher Cresco, C. F. Barfoot, J. J. Rosa, Theo Thompson, Abe Pierce, H. J. Goddard, Mrs. Jacob Anderson, E. R. Thompson, Lili Wold, Deputy Auditor F. Todd, Paul Bakken, George Wolf, A. A. Novak and son, Carl Haug, Mrs. Elmer Amundsen, V. V. Johnson, Mrs. Theo Bailey, Mrs. M. E. Hanson, Mrs. N. H. Nelson, Walter Ingvoldstad, Mrs. L. D. Nelson, Mrs. C. H. Snyder, the Woldum brothers, Anfin Anfinson, banker Charles J. Thompson, J. W. Protheroe, Miss Dora Hexom, Henry Prastmark, A. J. Kratz, James Hardy, John T. Aaker, Rev. Borge, Mrs. Mary Sloane, and others visiting or traveling for business or relatives across Iowa and Wisconsin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Hamre
la Crosse
Fred Fisher
Cresco
C. F. Barfoot
Ridgeway
Fred Reum
Chicago
F. H. Baker
J. J. Rosa
Sewell
Iowa
Theo, Thompson
Spillville
Decorah
C. S
Lili Wold
St. Clary
Agnes Engen
Todd
Fremont Township
Oaul Bakken
George Wolf
Frankville
Minneapolis
A. A. Novak and Son
Carl Haug
Elmer Amundsen
Donald
Halsten Nelson
Walter Ingvoldstad
L. D. Nelson
Dubuque
Woldum
Gus Haugen
John Austad
Charles J. Thompson
Montevideo
Minn
C. P. Thompson
J. W. Protheroe
Cleveland
Ohio
Dora Hexom
Flaxville
Mont
D. D. Hexom
Henry Prastmark
John T. Aaker
Mads
D. O. Aaker
Lena Anderson
Yestern
Velva
Luther College President Attends Chicago Convention
Prof. C. K. Preus attended a gathering of independent college presidents in Chicago representing Luther College. He spent last Friday at the meeting with attendees from various colleges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. K. Preus
Chicago
Luther College
Presidents of Independent Colleges
No Scarlet Fever Epidemic in Decorah Says Officials
City and school authorities, physicians, and residents cooperate to control scarlet fever. Four homes affected, five cases under treatment, with quarantines in place. Baby death reported, cases spread cautious but confined. fumigation and disinfecting of church completed. Parents urged to seek medical advice and follow physician guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
A. E. Conrad
Bert Lennon
Conrad
Lennon
Frank Golz
Woodward
Milton Lerdahl
Will Rima
Rima
Lerdahl
Congregational Church
Ity
Ninety Second Birthday for Rev N Brandt Planned
Rev N Brandt last surviving incorporator of the Norwegian Lutheran Synod of America will celebrate his ninety second birthday on Saturday Jan 20. He was bedbound late last year but health has improved and he can move about his room at his son in law and daughter Prof and Mrs L S Roque home. Though sight is impaired he remains mentally sharp and writes to friends with help from an amanuensis. His son Rev R Brandt of McFarland Wis visits this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Brandt
Norwegian Lutheran Synod of America
Death of stone mason Charles Bradyson at County Farm
Charles Bradyson, once a city stone mason, died yesterday at the county farm. He was known for his long service around town and leaves a local circle of colleagues and friends. Funeral arrangements were not immediately announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Bradyson
Luther to Host North Dakota Aggies in February Showdown
Luther College prepares for a Feb 1 game against the North Dakota Aggies, the Aggies first visit Decorah. Art Natvig returns to form after illness, Streeter may miss time with a knee issue, and Ben Sampson could start if needed. The Feb 1 contest is near season’s end with U.S. on Feb 8. admission is 35 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulvilden
North Dakota
Aggies
Decorah
University
Luther
St. Olaf
Art Natvig
Streeter
Ben Sampson
U. S
Carter's Tenement Homes Elevate Ossian Landscape
The Ossian Bee highlights M. J. Carter shifting from law and banking to home building. He has completed six modern tenements beside his own house and plans seven and eight for early summer. Rents and occupancy rise as neighborhoods gain beauty and comfort, with Carter praised for his work and community impact despite past illnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ossian
M. J. Carter
Bro
Carter
Hutchinsons Celebrate Sixtieth Wedding Anniversary
Mr and Mrs Joseph Hutchinson plan a sixtieth anniversary celebration at their Sioux City home this Saturday. All their children and relatives will attend including their niece Mrs M J Soukup of Decorah who leaves Decorah today at noon. Both are over eighty and in good health and continue to be remembered by Decorah’s older residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Hutchinson
Sioux City
M. J. Soukup
Decorah
New York City
Wall Street
Iowa
R. J. Relf
Ice Harvest Halted by Thaw in Decorah Area
The thawing weather has stopped the ice harvest in Decorah and statewide. Decorah ice houses on the east side are full while Tavener Brothers prepared west side chutes. River ice is unfit for use and will need a long freeze to become stockable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hhas
Decorah
Tavener Brothers
Pope Leo Dies After Pneumonia At Glenwood Burial
Leo King known as Pope Leo, once seen running the Decorah streets, died last Saturday of pneumonia. He was buried at Glenwood, Town, after a funeral held Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worl
Leo King
Decorah
Pope Leo
Glenwood
Town
Death of Decorah Pioneer Tavener Probed as Suspected Self Harm
John Isaac Tavener a Decorah miller and early resident dies last Friday morning in his home. Circumstances suggest self-inflicted wound from prior injury last fall, though family and friends doubt he was capable of such act. He leaves wife Carrie and children Edna Herman Arthur and others. funeral held Sunday with Rev. Willett officiating at Phelps cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Isaac Tavener
Decorah
Mr. Tavener
Edna
Herman
Canada
Iowa
Winneshiek County
Springwater
Hesper
Carrie Fawcett
West Decorah
Dislocates Her Elbow At Decorah Hospital Headroom
Mrs Lutie B Larsen superintendent of the Decorah hospital dislocated her left elbow Saturday evening. She stepped on ice on a dark sidewalk near the hospital grounds, slipped, and dislocated the joint. She returned for treatment and is about the hospital, urging better lighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lutie B. Larsen
Decorah Hospital
Chimney Blaze Suppressed in Main Street Block
A chimney fire broke out after dinner Tuesday in the Jennised block on Main Street, occupied by Warren Hoyt. Quick action by residents and fire department prevented a larger blaze, and no further disturbance occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Warren Hoyt
District President Visits Synod Church in Iowa District
Rev. O. P. Vangsness president of the Iowa district of the Norwegian Lutheran Synod visited congregations in the area in the latter part of last week and over Sunday, meeting members and delivering remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Synod Church
O. P. Vangsness
Iowa
Norwegian Lutheran Synod
District Court Opens January Term With Sixteen Trials
The January term of District Court convenes next Monday January 31 with Judge W J Springer on the bench. It is not expected to be protracted. Three state cases may be tried and 102 old cases 35 new ones and 65 probate matters exist. Trials include Julius Sheggrud vs Gust Sheggrud executors settlement Richardson vs C M St P Ry George Bieber vs John Jones collection Blekeberg vs A Sanderson Hislop vs W C Duffy Osborn vs Winneshiek Co State Bank land deal Bullard vs Schultz insurance Linn vs Bailey Fulik vs Bailey Barthell vs Barthol l.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Springer
Julius Sheggrud
Gust Sheggrud
Richardson
George Bieber
John Jones
C. O. Blekeberg
A. Sanderson
Harry Hislop
W. C. Duffy
John N. Osborn
Winneshiek Co. State Bank
Henry Bullard
Helen Schultz
N. P
N. L. Bailey
A E. Barthell
Sophia Barthell
Gift of History Volume Enriches Decorah Library
Decorah Public Library added Dr Gjersets History of the Norwegian People to its collection. Mrs Hans P Johnson arranged the gift in memory of the late C N Bayne, noting the work is unique in English and highly regarded by major publications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Public Library
Gjerset
Hans P. Johnson
C. N. Bayne
Marriage of William L Whittle and Kate McAndrews at Missoula
At St. Francis Xavier church in Missoula Montana on January 19 William L Whittle of Anaconda marries Kate McAndrews daughter of the late John and Mrs McAndrews. The couple will reside in Anaconda where Whittle is employed. The bride, born in Decorah, grew to womanhood here and is remembered by many locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Francis Xavier's Church
Missoula
Mont
William L. Whittle
Anaconda
Kate McAndrews
Whittle
Decorah
John McAndrews
West
Card of Thanks from Roney family for support and flowers
The children of Mrs. Peter Roney express gratitude to friends and neighbors for assistance during their bereavement and for the beautiful flowers sent in sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Roney
Cold Wave Forecast Fails to Arrive in Monday Air
A cold wave generated at Medicine Hat Canada spread eastward on Monday but failed to arrive as warned. Weather bureau telegrams predicted a 35 to 40 degree drop by Wednesday. By Tuesday afternoon colder conditions appeared locally yet the anticipated cold wave diverted and did not materialize, while snow fell near the Twin Cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medicine Hat
Canada
Weather Bureau
Twin Cities
Ringoen Hospitalized After Brief Illness in Ridgeway
S R Ringoen of Winneshiek County Bank Ridgeway is a patient at Cresco hospital after an operation last week. Initially serious, he is improving and not expected to resume duties for three weeks to a month. Melvin Hutchinson of the county bank force aids in his absence. Special sale at Mac's Domestic Bakery Friday and Saturday January 28 and 29 offers 6 loaves bread 25c 2 dozen fried cakes 25c 3 dozen cookies 25c or 20% off $1 and over purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Ringoen
Winneshick County
Ridgeway
Cresco
Melvin Hutchinson
Winneshiek
Mac’s
Bank Re-elects Officers In North McGregor Savings
The North McGregor Savings Bank re elects officers President C J Weiser Vice President F S Richards Cashier Ernest Nicholson and directors C J Weiser Ray Algyer Henry Reeves W F Daubenberger and F S Richards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North McGregor Savings Bank
C. J. Weiser
F. 8. Richards
Ernest Nicholson
Ray Algyer
Henry Reeves
W. F. Daubenberger
Quiet Week in Police Court As Drunkenness Offender Fined
Police court records show one arrest for drunkenness in the past week. An elderly offender received a $25 fine plus costs but lacked funds and was sent to jail until payment or commitment conditions are met.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Borge
Henwood
Nemo
Columbia Yarns
Wayne
New Spring Wash
Mott & CO
Skinner’s Satins
Johnsaac Tavener
the District Court
Springer
S. R. Ringoen Seriously
Miller’s
Bank
Origen E. C. Bailey
Omce
Geo. M. Costakos
The
Republican
Bluffton Township
Marsh Music House
Parman’s Drug and Jewelry Store
Meritos
E. J. Parman
Star Theatre
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