Road Oiling Campaign Starts In Decorah Area
Decorah residents and the county board of supervisors launched a road oiling effort to improve the Freeport road and extend oiling to major routes leading out of Decorah. The county will supply materials while citizens raise private funds to cover labor and further work, with initial needs estimated near a thousand dollars. Winneshiek county backs a broader, county-wide push toward general oiling as a progressive step for Iowa roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Board of Supervisors
Freeport
John Finn
Iowa
Winneshiek County
Banner County
Rebekah Installation Honors Lodge Officers
Margaret Ammer led the Oneota Rebekah Lodge installation with Carrie Hislop Ella Marlow Lizzie Cummings Josie Cutting Elizabeth Chinn Rose Bucknell Mary Wilson officiating. Officers named include N G Gertrude Pearson V G Hazel Van Dusen See Mabel Grant Treas Julia Reed Warden Elizabeth Chinn Con Carrie Hislop R S N G Lizzie Cummings L B N G Rose Bucknell Rk and V G Millie Stoddard L and V G Letitia Christen I G Elsie Sheetz Go Mary Wilson Past Noble Grand Ida Ream. Lodge charters draped for Grace Lewis and Past Presidents Helen Griffith Effie Butcher. A picnic supper followed amid social events.
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Margaret Ammer
Dist
Carrie Hislop
Ella Marlow
Lizzie Cummings
Josie Cutting
Elizabeth Chinn
Rose Bucknell
Mary Wilson
Rand Herald
Oneota Rebekah Lodge
N. G
Gertrude Pearson
V. G
Hazel van Dusen
Mabel Grant
Treas
Julia G. Reed
Con
Millie Stoddard
Letitia Christen
I. G
Elsie Sheetz
Ida Ream
Grace Lewis
Mother
Mason City
Helen Griffith
Cedar Falls
Effie Butcher
Des Moines
Dart Escaped Jail Case Foiled by Wyoming Request
The Cody Wyoming sheriff asked for Dart’s release after a letter from Sheriff Hoopes carried a 25 reward and threats of pursuit if he returned to Wyoming. Dart disputed the arrest telegram and accused Hoopes of conniving. the cost of extradition may have influenced the decision. A.M. Morrison is exonerated. Dart was held five days to cover fines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy C. Dart
Hesper
Cody
Wyoming
Ellingson
Hoopes
Dart
A. M. Morrison
Whalen
Flemming
Morrison
Winneshiek
Reception for Father Howe at Catholic Parsonage
A farewell reception for Father Howe was held last Thursday at the Catholic parsonage with broad attendance from church members and the public. Guests enjoyed lawn socializing, light refreshments, and Merchants Band music while a liberal purse was presented. Father Howe struggled to speak goodbye, tears marking the moment as he heads to Coggen. Father Hogan is expected here this week.
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Father Howe
Merchants Band
Coggen
Father Hogan
Accidents on Winnebago and West Water Streets
Two local mishaps highlight narrow escapes and injuries. John Bollinger survived a near fatal auto collision with Dr. Daly at the Court House corner, bruised from feet to head after being pinned between curb and wheel. George Dibb fell eighteen feet from a scaffold while building on West Water street, suffering painful bruises but avoiding more serious harm as his fall was cushioned by braces and scaffolding. Dr. Daly, with his young daughter present, reacted hastily and kept driving, then stopped when Bollinger called for him to halt. Dibb was attended by Dr. Barfoot and rested at Nels Qualley’s home while recuperating.
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John Bollinger
Winnebago Street
Water Street
Dr. Daly
Main Street
Washington Street
Mr. Bollinger
Court House
St. Cloud Hotel
Fred Sellman
West Water Street
George Dibb
The Coming of the Corn in Fremont Township
A Fremont farmer told Clarence Christen his corn is ready to tassel and ahead of 1914, with some areas behind yet overall progress is encouraging. The note recalls a German visitor impressed by the rapid corn growth of about 100 days from planting to maturity.
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America
Fremont Township
Clarence Christen
Baby Health Contest in Winneshiek County Opens Entries
The second annual Baby Health Contest invites all parents with eligible children to participate. Entries close August 7 and exams run August 15 and 16 with prizes of solid silver spoons for top entrants. Contact Mrs. Ray Algyer in Decorah for forms and details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winneshiek
Cronk
Ray Algyer
Decorah
Iowa
Farewell to Father Hogan in Waucoma Iowa
The July 6 1916 farewell for Father Hogan in Waucoma Iowa drew widespread turnout. The Whitecoma band played as ice cream and cake were served while speeches praised his eight years of service. A gold headed cane and umbrella were given, plus a $100 purse from parishioners, highlighting a notable cross church community send off. Father Hogan moves to Decorah after taking up residence there Tuesday.
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Waucoma
Father Hogan
Decorah
Wauecoma
Iowa
Whitecoma Band
Wanucoma
Band Concert at the Park Next Sunday Afternoon and Evening
The Merchants Band will give concert at the park next Sunday with afternoon and evening performances. A cordial invitation is extended to the people of the city and county to attend. Mint Freeze, a fine thirst preacher, served at Parman's Fountain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchants Band
Parman's
Calmar Road Improvements Reaching Decorah Route
Supervisor Kuhn completed grading of the Calmar road from the Conover turn to the Lutheran church five miles south of Decorah. Williams will continue grading to Decorah. The road is heavily traveled and the work enhances safety and convenience for many residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
4. P. Kuhn
Calmar
Conover
Deecorah
Williams
Kuhn
Decorah
Traveling man Duke Houx from Decorah injured in crash
Delwein Towan notes Duke Houx a well known traveling man from Decorah was severely injured when his car rolled near Cedar Rapids while en route with his family. He is a son in law of Mr and Mrs Charles Falek and survived a period of critical danger.
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Decorah
Duke” Houx
Cedar Rapids
Houx
Mr. Houx
Charles Falek
New Drinking Fountains Located In City
Ben Bear donated two bubbling drinking fountains for the city. One is now installed in front of the Winneshiek hotel and the other will be placed at the northeast corner of Winnebago and Main streets opposite the post office. Also promoted is Dr Thomas Eclectic Oil for pains with two sizes available at local drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Bear
Winneshiek Hotel
Winnebago and
Main Streets
Prosperous Condition of Decorah National Bank
The bank reports a sound condition with surplus funds up to 20000 since the last comptroller call. With capital of 50000, total capital stands at 70000, enhancing stability of the institution.
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National Bank To Decorah
J Curgency
Progress on Decorah Sewer System Nears Completion
The Decorah sewer project advances quickly due to favorable weather. Supt Bridges says with the current workforce and no major rock delays, completion is expected by month’s end or early August.
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Decorah
Supt
Bridges
Free Bible Lecture This Sunday at Opera House
A free Bible lecture will be given next Sunday July 16 at 2 p.m. at the opera house by A P Walker a Bible student and lecturer from Brooklyn New York. The seats are free and there will be no collection.
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Opera House
A. P. Walker
Brooklyn
N. Y
Decorah Markets Report Sparse Hog Traffic and Stable Prices
Farmers are busy with few hogs arriving for market and stable grain. Hog prices range from 8.75 to 9.25, eggs hold at 20 cents, and dairy butter at 26e. Messrs. F. H. and B. L. Van Gorden of Taylor Wisconsin, drove through Decorah last week from Fredericksburg and visited Mr. and Mrs. Otto Arneson. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Miller and children went to Cresco last Thursday to visit relatives.
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F. H
B. L. van Gorden
Taylor
Wis
Decorah
Fredericksburg
Otto Arneson
Charles Miller
Cresco
Des Moines Men Return From Lake Trip 1200 Mile Journey
A. M. Currier of Des Moines journeys homeward with his brother in law Mr Bremmer and families after a lakeside jaunt west of Minneapolis and into Wisconsin. The trip totals about 1200 miles with fishing and camping time. Currier manages Pratt Paper Co. stock department in Des Moines.
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A. M. Currier
Des Moines
Mr. Bremmer
Minneapolis
Wisconsin
Iowa Troops Go South for Mexican Border Duty
The Iowa national guard departed on Tuesday night for the Mexican border. The cavalry will not move forward until enlisted to minimum war strength.
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Iowa National Guard
From Billiard Room to Swimming Pool in Decorah House
A new Decorah home planned with a basement billiard room has evolved into a pool room and now a rumored swimming pool. The tale suggests the warmer weather inspires further basements transformations, with no definite end as yet.
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Decorah
Monster Clover Impresses Locals In Window Display
In the Republican office window a 14 specimen of medium clover draws onlookers. Grown by Attorney C. B. Boice at his home in the fifth ward, it towers nearly five feet tall, far exceeding typical height by two feet and marking an extraordinary local sight.
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C. 8. Boice
Fifth Ward
Decorah School Census Totals 1259 School Age In District
EF W Farrington completed the Decorah school census showing 1259 school age residents, with 586 boys and 673 girls. Ages 7 to 16 total 703, all compliant with compulsory attendance. This marks a 24 increase over 1915.
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EF. W. Farrington
Decorah
Good Harvest Prospect From Madison Township Farmlands
Clem Pilgrim of Madison township reports an excellent hay crop this year. His blend of alure, medius clover, and timothy is expected to yield about two tons per acre. He also has sixteen acres of wheat promising a bumper yield.
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Clem Pilgrim
Madison Township
New Arrival for O'Brien Family in Bluffton Township
A baby girl was born Monday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Terrence O'Brien in Bluffton township, adding a new member to the household.
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Mrs. Terrence O'Brien
Bluffton Township
Baseball Results in Little Four League
Decorah lost to Fort Atkinson 0 to 6 on the road while Waucoma defeated Calmar 12 to 5. Standings show Waucoma 6–1, Decorah 3–4, Fort Atkinson 4–3, Calmar 1–6.
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Decorah
Fort Atkinson
Waucoma
Calmar
Milwaukee Road Trains May Return to Regular Schedule
The Milwaukee Road has not yet resumed the regular schedule but insiders expect trains to run on the old timetable by week’s end. Work trains have the track mostly ballasted with gravel and in better condition than for some time.
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Milwaukee Road
Georgette Crepe Blouses Promote Low-Price Decorah Ad
An old Decorah ad highlights Georgette Crepe blouses in white flesh rose and maize with frills jabots and trims. It also promotes Decorah Coat and Suit Store and a Valdez College offer, noting two months of free tuition and various courses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dresden
Decorah Coat & Suit
Valdez College
Decorah
Iowa
Weekly Weather Report for Decorah Area
The past week brought nearly continual sunshine with one cloudy day and a light rain morning. Tuesday reached 96 degrees, yesterday 76, averaging 88.4 for the week, 3.4 above the 22 year average and 104 degrees warmer than last year. Corn growth benefited and Decorah Coat & Suit Store reports strong ready to wear sales due to new, quality merchandise at low prices.
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Decorah Coat & Suit Store
Decorah and Vicinity
Bear's Summer Wear for Boys and Girls Delights
Ladies describe fine wash suits for little fellows along with waists blouses and togs suitable for summer wear. Comfortable options from Bear's invite shoppers to browse a range of thin apparel designed for warm weather.
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Freeport Road
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Rebekah
Cody, Wyo
Hesper Man
Father Hawe
St. Benedict’s Parish
Calmar Road
Decorah Markets
Willard
Peter Johnson & Sons
Washington St
Decorah Coat and Suit Store
DE Wolfe Hopper
Mr. Goode
The
Samaritan
World” Feature
Frances Nelson
Brady Made
Saturday Evening Post
Paramount-Pallas Pictures
Dustin Farnum
David Garrick
Reel Life
Nemo Corsets
Columbia Yarns
McCall's
Wayne
Palm Beach
Sans Financers Miot't & CO
Ladies’ Home Journal Patterns
Georgette
Weekly Weather Report
DR. Glark
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