Republican snippets of Iowa items around 4th of July
Population gains noted in Manchester Benton and Allamakee counties. Ossian’s new park Porter Park. Fredericksburg approves 10000 for water works. Elusive mentions: a 21 pound pickerel in Clear Lake and a fatal lightning death near ge. Excursion boat Frontenac to resume service after cyclone repair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manchester
Ossian
Porter Park
Fredericksburg
Wilbur Durnnt
Clear Lake
Chickasaw County
Henry Gray
Illinois Central
Charles City
Benton County
Oeclwein
Boone
Allamakee County
Frontenac
la Crosse
McGregor
George A. Boyd
Decorah
Yella Ward
Ole O. Askin
Martin Ebison
C. F E. Miller
William Popel
Ludwig Larson
Ostmaster
LeRoy
Andrew Rosendahl
Spring Grove
Hold Your Horses The Circus Comes to Decorah
Hugo Brothers shows visit Decorah for two performances on Thursday July 8 with about thirty advance men and crowds expected from surrounding areas. The traveling troupe touts global acts and a diverse cast from four corners of the globe in a distinctive tented production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Thirt
Aden
Hugo Brothers
United States
Globe
Ravages of a Rat Kill Turkeys in Orleans Township
Mrs Claude Morton of Orleans Township raised turkeys with pride. After releasing about sixty newly hatched birds into a small exercise lot, a large rat attacked and killed forty. The rat, seen by observers, was slain. it killed by biting the birds in the head and dragged the carcasses under an old box. The rat did not eat any of them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Morton
Orleans Township
New Law Hits Decorah Restricts Liquor Deliveries
A recent legislative change in Decorah requires owners to apply for and sign for liquor consignments after July 4, ending automatic delivery upon order. Freight depot agents announce the rule shift, noting it may be a hardship but is enforceable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Burr Oak Celebration Draws Largest Crowd in Reunion History
The Burr Oak old settlers reunion enjoyed ideal summer weather and a record turnout. Speakers, games, and plentiful food kept attendees satisfied while the day became a red letter occasion for Burr Oak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burr Oak
Merchants Band Opens First Concert of Season
A sunny Sunday brought a fair crowd to the park for the Mer chants band first concert of the season. Attendees enjoyed a pleasant afternoon and the performance was well received.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchants Band
Possible New Picture Theater Sought in Decorah
Investigators inspected Decorah for a potential picture theater site. Two men have visited to study prospects but have not reached conclusions, so no definite news can be reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Death by self destruction shocks Canoe township farmer
Andrew Danielson a well known Canoe township farmer was found dead in the barn of his farm after an apparent suicide by a poisonous drug. He had recently lived in Decorah while his children managed the farm and had shown signs of despondency. Coroner Jewell deemed an inquest unnecessary as circumstances clearly indicated self destruction. The motive remains unknown and relatives receive community sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Danielson
Canoe Township
Danielson
Decorah
Dr. Thomas
M. D. Jewell
Amateurs Form Little Four Baseball League
Amateur base ball organizers Ed Bear and Parnell Shea met in Calmar to reorganize the Little Four League already including Calmar Fort Atkinson Waucoma and Cresco Cresco withdrew due to issues The league prohibits professionals and requires players to reside in their club city Officers elected include President Dr C D Horton Calmar Vice President Ed Bear Decorah Secretary B McKay Waucoma Treasurer J L Linde Calmar The first game of the season will be in Decorah next Sunday at the air grounds with Calmar visiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed. Bear
Parnell Shea
Calmar
Fort Atkinson
Waucoma
Cresco
C. D. Horton
Bear
Decorah
B. McKay
J. L. Linde
Air Grounds
Horticultural Picnic By Winneshick County Society
The Winneshick County Horticultural Society will hold a picnic on Sunday July 4 at the home of Mr and Mrs John Harter at the south end of Pleasant Avenue in Decotah. Coffee will be provided. Members and others interested in horticulture are invited. A large attendance is expected if the weather cooperates. A program is planned with something for all to enjoy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winneshick County Horticultural Society
John Harter
Pleasant Avenue
Decotah
Harter
Haugen Home Dedication Set For June 30 Ceremony
The Aase Haugen Home for Old People will be dedicated next Wednesday at 10 30 a m with Rev J N Kildahl delivering the dedicatory sermon. Afternoon speakers include Rev Th N Eggen and Rev H B Kildahl. a picnic lunch will be served. The home now houses fifteen inmates with some changes as the institution fulfills its mission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. N. Kildahl
D. D
St. Anthony Park Theological Seminary
Th. N. Eggen
Minneapolis
United Lutheran Congregation
Decorah
H. B. Kildahl
Board of Charities of the United Church
Cow Wounding Suspect in Roving Malice
Henry Haas found his cow badly injured with a deep lateral udder cut, apparently made with a sharp knife. Dr. Leonard doubts accidental cause after pasture check. locals urge full punishment for the cruel act toward a dumb animal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Haas
Leonard
Haas
Decorah Plans July Fifth City Park Celebration
Mayor Baker leads Decorah preparations for a free public celebration July 5 at City Park. Committees from last year return to run events, with an afternoon and evening music program, games for youth, and playground activities. Fireworks will light the river bluff as residents are urged to bring baskets and enjoy a day of sociability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Decorah
Marriages at Nevada and Madison Township
On June 21 Rev H H Green united R Lee Black of Nevada Iowa with Ora Putnam daughter of F B Putnam at the bride’s home. Black works for the Nevada Journal and they plan to reside in Nevada after a Chicago honeymoon. On June 22 Rev J B Torrison wed Borgine Owen and Archie Warren Hoyt at the bride’s parents home in Madison township. They begin life on the groom’s farm in Madison with a peaceful happy future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Green
R. Lee Black
Nevada
Towa
Ora Putnam
F. 8. Putnam
Nevada Journal
Chicago
Miss Putnam
Mr. Black
Madison Township
J. B. Torrison
Borgine Owen
Nils Owen
Archie Warren Hoyt
Walter Hoyt
Dangerous bull tail twisting during Venezuelan festival
In interior Venezuela and Colombia the cascado festival features a bull loose on a roped street. Mounted riders lure and flip the bull by twisting its tail, with danger and injuries common. The victor earns flowers from the prettiest girl, while some performers aim for a dusting finale before their beloved onlookers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venezuela
Columbia
Toro Cobado
Highest Endurable Temperature in Workplaces
The article notes workers face extreme heat in hotel kitchens and ship stokers reaching 140 to 145 degrees, while vulcanizing factories hit 212 degrees. It states few can endure such heat for long, suggesting 212 degrees as a hard upper limit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York American
HAS TRADE SCHOOL FOR MEN
An England based trade training program by the Prince of Wales Relief fund helps men shift from stagnant wartime trades to skilled labor in demand. Opened December 7, the first five weeks saw 139 enrollments with 64 graduates now working as leather stitchers. More than half placed are over forty, including those over fifty, proving adaptability across ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Prince of Wales Relief Fund
Get Rid of Your Rheumatism Now
Get rid of rheumatism today with Chamberlain's Liniment. W A Richard of Homer City NY reports severe pain in arms and shoulders eased after the first application and full cure after one bottle. Sold by Engbretsen's Pharmacy. Also advance sale on workingmen's clothes with Kahki trousers reduced from 1.50 to 1.00 at BEAR's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A.ichard
Homer City
N. Y
Engbretson
Adv
Northern Lights Seen Across Night Sky
Late Wednesday night observers reported a rare display of northern lights. The sky glowed bright with a double arch and fast rising streamers, shifting to luminous red clouds before fading quickly.
Change of Time Affects Wisconsin to Decorah Trains
A time change on the Milwaukee railroad last week does not greatly affect Decorah trains. The McGregor to Mason City schedule now runs five minutes earlier. Train No. 2 from the Twin Cities to Calmar arrives ten minutes late, shifting our afternoon train to 3 05 p m instead of 3 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee Railroad
Decorah
McGregor
Fires Reported Across City on Cold June 19 1915
Fires were common across the city on Saturday June 19 1915 as heating stoves warmed homes. With the thermometer at 49 degrees the damp chill made fires welcome and those without fires found the kitchen the most comfortable room in the house.
Census Shows Growth in School Enrollment This Year
L L Cadwell completed the school census of the town for ages five to eighteen finding 576 boys and 659 girls, total 1233. Girls outnumber boys by 83. last year counted 1149, marking an increase of about 84.
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L. L. Cadwell
Ony
IITA
Decorah Chosen To Host Royal Neighbors District Meet
At Guttenberg district convention last week Decorah was selected as the next meeting site. Officers elected include President Mrs B E Bucknell Vice President Mrs Lawrence Keefe Secretary and Treasurer Mrs Fred Kendrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Neighbors
Guttenberg
Decorah
Officrs
B. E. Bucknell
Vicw
Lawrence Keefe
See
Treas
Fred Kendrick
Decorah Markets Report Shows Quiet Trade and Low Prices
The Decorah markets are quiet with a general sag. Wheat ranges from $1.00 to $1.20, oats 40 to 42 cents, and corn unsure. Hog prices are weak with limited offerings and top bids around 6.50 to 7.10 dollars. Dairy butter and eggs show subdued pricing.
Decorah Gun Club Practices Ahead of Today Tournament
Decorah Gun Club members practiced Monday for the tournament held today. Several scores were posted but seven shots were deemed unofficial so no records were saved.
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Decorah Gun Club
Hogan's Bunch Loses Big in Waukon Game
Decorah baseball team known as Hogan's Bunch traveled to Waukon Sunday for a game. The score favored Waukon 19 to nil, and the visit ended in a disastrous defeat for Decorah.
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Decorah
Forgotten Decorah Hardware Finn and Gibson
In a June 20 1865 issue of Republic a long-forgotten Decorah hardware firm Finn and Gibson is recalled. The partners John Finn and Robert F Gibson operated from a small stone brick building later occupied by F J Parmans drug store. Gibson left hardware for general merchandise and the venture lasted about a year. Only a few original players remain today including Finn Gibson A Bradish John Curtin John Greer and George Draper.
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Republic
Decorah
Finn & Gibson
John Finn
Robert F. Gibson
F. J. Parman
Mr. Gibson
R. F. Gibson
A. Bradish
John Curtin
John Greer
George Draper
Lyric Theater Closed This Week For Chautauqua
The Lyric theater shuts down for the week due to Chautauqua events. Miss Larsen takes vacation, visiting Madison Wisconsin and Chicago, delaying the second showings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyric Theater
Chautauqua
Theg Ae
Miss Larsen
the Lyric
Madison
Wis
Chicago
Improvements in Decorah Alley Concrete Pavement
Workmen this week laid a concrete pavement in the alley between the Posten office and the Decorah Motor company garage. Painters were also at work applying a new coat of paint to the Decorah Motor company building front.
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Posten
Decorah Motor Company
Burns to Death in Whittemore Kitchen Fire
Anna Roeber was burned to death last Friday at Dr McCreary’s Whittemore home when she tried to start a fire with kerosene and it exploded in her hands. The McCreary residence was left in ruins.
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Anna Roeber
McCreary
Whittemore
Decorah Speaker at Albert Tea Club meeting
Prof. A Tingelstad of Decorah gave the principal address at the annual Albert Tea Minn Luther academy club gathering. A cigar popular locally, Ef Jay, is praised for mildness and worth a nickel, made in Decorah by F J Helwig. Ren Bear's assures quality and lowest prices on all purchases.
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Albert Tea
Minn
Luther Academy Club
A. Tingelstad of
Decorah
Jay
F. J
F. J. Helwig
Chamberlains Tablets Aided My Indigestion Cure
Mrs Mary E McMullen of Phelps New York reports relief from long standing indigestion and constipation after five years of trial using Chamberlains Tablets. the ad notes Engbretsons Pharmacy sells them. A Garnet Brooch was lost on Tuesday between the homes of C J Ambli on River Street and FE J Ambli on St Lawrence Street with finder urged to contact the Republican office.
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Chamberlain's
Chamberlain
Mra
Mary E. McMullen
Phelps, N.Y
Engbretson
Adv
Garnet
C. J. Ambli
River Street
FE. J. Ambli
St. Lawrence Street
Republican” Office
Obituary notices for Bertha Norby and Guri Helgeson
Bertha Norby of Decorah died Tuesday at her daughter’s home after a long illness. Born May 1837 in Stavanger Norway, she came to America with her parents, married E. H. Norby, lived in Mabel Glenwood and Decorah, with seven children surviving. Funeral this afternoon at United Lutheran Church. Guri Helgeson died Monday after a long illness. born September 15 1813 in Evanger Norway, married Jacob Helgeson in 1846, came to America in 1867, lived in Hesper since 1874. She leaves one son Helge Jacobson, eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Her husband died in 1887.
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Bertha Norby
Ei. Thune
East Main Street
Mrs. Norby
Stavanger
Norway
America
Mabel
Minn
E. H. Norby
Glenwood Township
Decorah
Thune
H. H. Norby
G. E. Johnson
Parker
Norby
Roundup
Mont
L. C. Norby
St. Olaf
F. T. Kjorlein
Minneapolis
Thomas
United Lutheran Church
E. Schmidt
North Washington Prairie Cemetery
Lutheran Church
Guri Helgeson
Wm. Rasmussen
Weather Summary for Upper Mississippi Valley and Plains States
Weather forecast from the U S Weather Bureau for the week beginning June 28 1915 shows showers possible Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 with temperatures near the seasonal average.
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U.S. Weather Bureau
Waashington
D. C
Mississippi Valley
Plains States
Mint Ice Cream and The Dead Certainty of Love
A quirky two sentence snippet notes making mint ice cream from peppermint candy and cream, followed by a wry line about a man unsure if his win of a girl’s heart is truly what he desires. The piece blends culinary whimsy with a sly reflection on love and certainty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joey
Prairie Hen Hides in Its Own Feathers
Outing Magazine notes the prairie cock loses visible adornments in a moment, becoming an almost invisible brown lump when hawks pass. Woodland birds can hide more easily, but the prairie hen relies on dropping feathers to vanish from sight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Outing Magazine
Oldest University El Azhar Attracts 10000 Students
The Mohammedan university of El Azhar founded in 972 A D is described as the oldest existing university. It draws over 10,000 students from across the eastern world, with free board and lodging and a curriculum focused on memorization of sacred Moham medan dogma. The rest of the text notes shoe sale at Bear's and piano tuner A. Schall visiting the city next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mohammedan University of
El-Azhar
The
Luminous
Oxford
Caucasus
Somaliland
Bear's
A. Schall
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Decorah, Iowaa
A. K. Barney & Son
New Law
Haugen
South America
Great Britain
Northern Lights
Decorah Markets
Weekly Weather Report
Rud Bros
I. H. Johnson
Jas
Welch
C. Casterton
Maple Avenue
E. J. Curtin
Iowa
Te Dres
Prides
Ben Bear
L System
Society
Hart Schaimer & Marx
Scholl Mig. Co
Scholls
J.C. Hexom & Son
H. F. Thompson
London
Paris
Wangler’s Drug Store
Nyal Store
C. C. Hagen
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