Local residents note visits and travels around Ridgeway
Miss Anna Jefsdal visited Ridgeway yesterday to see Mr and Mrs Myrand. Miss Lottie Alstad returned from Chicago last Thursday with her mother staying longer. Mrs J C Pollitt traveled to Cresco yesterday due to sister illness. Oscar Bauder and his aunt Robt Schulze attended Mr Beers funeral in Elkader Tuesday. Mr and Mrs C Morton returned to Cresco after visiting Mr and Mrs Engbretson. Mr and Mrs Haakenson went back to Ridgeway after visiting daughter Mrs Leonard Olson. Mrs BE Higby went to Dubuque after six weeks with her sister Mrs L R Schrempf. Mrs L Gardenier finished visit at the Horan home and returned to Ridgeway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ole M. Peterson
Hesper
Frank Morrison
West Union
Decorah
Helen Wilcox
Des Moines
S. R. Hoyt
Dontie Mott
Cleveland
Rock Island
Gavin Hjerleid
Taylor Wis
M. O. Aubolee
Prairie
Chien
E. Maroney
Agnes
St. Paul
George Daniels
Postville
Lulu Holland
Town City
J. B. Wist
Minnewaukan
J. M. Trytton
L. G. Krumm
Burr Oak Township
George T. Trowbridge
Austin
Mr. Trowbridge
E. F. Barfoot
Cresco
Barfoot
Arthur Vick
Minneapolis
Ed. Trzemski
Miles City
Montana
C. Trzemski
W. J. Wise
Denver
Colo
Our City
N. R. Anderson
Edward
Devorah
E. M. Imme
A. J. Fiose
Siren
Wis
Will Schulze
Virginia
Minn
Henry Schulze
A. N. Lomen
Mathilda Teske
J. P. Gallagher
East Dubuque
Alacoque Donlan
James Beard
E. J
J. C. Beard
Two Rivers
California
Minnie A. Bailey
T. A. Bailey
John Haberly
F. C. Sellman
Chas. Haberly
A. Noecker
A. W. Hoover
Northfield
George Scofield and Son
Anna Jefsdal
Ridgely
Myrand
Lottie Alstad
Chicago
J. C. Pollitt
Hanson
Oscar Bauder
Robt. Schulze
Elkader
Beers
C. Morton
R. Engbretson
Haakenson
Ridgeway
Leonard Olson
BE. V. Higby
Dubuque
L. R. Schrempf
L. Gardenier
Funeral for Dr Laur Larsen Draws Large Decorah Audience
The funeral of Dr. Laur Larsen on Friday drew one of Decorah’s largest crowds in recent years with many Luther College alumni traveling to pay tribute. Flowers surrounded the casket and attendees expressed esteem and sympathy for the family. Dr Stub delivered the address and I B Torrison spoke in English. The remains were laid in the vault at the Norwegian cemetery, followed by Luther College faculty and students.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laur Larsen
Decorah
Luther College
Stub
Tev. I. B. Torrison
Hunters Bring Down Massive Wolf Near Glenwood Farm
Yesterday morning B. E. Bucknell Charley Marlow and Mr Tupper of West Union with others set out to round up a wolf. In Glenwood township on the Sorenson farm the wolf was spotted as dogs chased it. Mr Tupper fired twice, stopping and killing the full grown wolf weighing 387 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. E. Bucknell
Charley Marlow
Mr. Tupper
West Union
Glenwood Township
Sorenson Farm
Fractured Hip After Icy Fall Downtown
Mrs. G. N. Krome slipped on an icy sidewalk last Saturday evening and fractured her left hip. Passersby assisted, a stretcher was used, and she was taken to the hospital where she rested under care as she could.
Decorah Hospital Reaches Full Capacity
The Decorah hospital is operating at full capacity for the first time since opening. Wards and private rooms are filled. Mrs. C. M. Wilson was released after recovery, but no vacancy remains as another patient is waiting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Hospital
C. M. Wilson
Thayer Hurt in Ice Fall at Barn
Will Thayer has spent a week confined to his home with a broken ankle after slipping on ice while working about his barn Thursday evening. An active man who relies on daily labor for his needs, the accident is especially hard for him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Thayer
Mr. Thayer
Willis and Ness Add Ambulance Vehicle to Business
In the past week Willis and Ness expanded their undertaking department by purchasing a Buick auto ambulance for business use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis & Ness
Betrothal by Long Distance Sails From Sleepy Eye to Minneapolis
The St Paul Pioneer Press reports Benjamin H. Muller a Benedict announced engagement to Esther Peterson after a hospital stay. The pair spoke by long distance phone from his bed February 17. They moved to apartments at 15 Twenty-fifth Street East and plan marriage with family surprised by the news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Benjamin H. Muller
Sleepy Eye
Muller
Minneapolis
Esther Peterson
Kenwood Exchange
Northwestern Telephone Exchange Company
Bridge Collapse in Highland Township Claims Major Loss
Supervisor A. P. Pfister reports a wooden Table bridge in Highland township collapsed last Sunday morning without warning. A farmer crossed minutes earlier. the structure, built about twenty three years ago, broke in two under age and wear after heavy travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. P. Pfister
Highland Township
Table
Aase Haugen Home Family Grows
Over ten days six new residents have joined the Aase Haugen Home for Old People. The board plans gradual growth to full capacity and has reappointed Rev. O. E. Schmidt as manager until the home is fully equipped and organized.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aase Haugen
O. E. Schmidt
Sick Soldiers Comrade Cadwell Heads Relief Efforts
Comrade L. L. Cadwell, chairman of the soldiers relief committee, tends five sick comrades. C. J. Amble remains with a broken hip, Harvey Bloomfield was laid up about a week ago, Peter Quinn has long been ailing, Ole Wingaard is bedridden, and Kels Drake is so ill he requires a nurse in constant attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. L. Cadwell
Soldiers’ Relief Committee
C. J. Amble
Harvey Bloomfield
Peter Quinn
Ole Wingaard
Kels Drake
Ill County Treasurer Ailing as Haines Aids Office
County Treasurer Christen has been away from the office for days. Former treasurer E R Haines assists Deputy Seim in duties during this busy period caused by Christen illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christen
L. C. Christen
E. R. Haines
Seim
Mr. Christen
Best Value Wool Hand Tailored Suits at Bears
We offer top value wool hand tailored suits with Ben Bear blue serge at ten dollars. Visit Bears for spring suit selections and a personal invitation to lunch Saturday. Decorah Furniture Co harness oiled sets available Schlatter’s for 81 dollars per set. Bear's carries latest headgear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Decorah Furniture Co
Schlatter’s
Peg O' My Heart at Grand Draws Capacity Crowd
Present indications point to a capacity audience for Peg O' My Heart at the Grand Saturday evening. A large part of the house is sold and reservations are urged. The Cedar Rapids engagement last Saturday was described as the most beautiful and satisfactory play booked this season, rivaling the original seen there last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Grand
Cedar Rapids
Parlor City House
The
Grand
Church Services Feature War Themed Sermons
Congregational notes announce Sabbath morning sermon A Good Soldier of Jesus Christ and evening sermon A Volunteer Army of Patriot-priests in Perpetual Youth. Both draw on the great war. seats free and open to all. Methodist services at 10 30 a m and 7 30 p m evangelistic with bright singing at People s Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus Christ
Neighbors honor Hatlestad with surprise twenty sixth wedding anniversary
On Friday a company of neighbors and friends from Glenwood township visited Mr. and Mrs. Ole Hatlst ad, surprising them for their twenty six year marriage anniversary. They spent several hours in an enjoyable gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glenwood Township
Ole Hat‘tlestad
Ramsey House Bought by Dorseths in Decorah
Mathias Dorseth and his wife who recently returned to Decorah from Foy Minnesota will make the B Ramsey house in the first ward their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathias Dorseth
Decorah
Foy, Minn
T. T. Hogewell
B. Ramsey
First Ward
Dairy Lunch and Easter Bonnet Sale Notice
Fortnightly club hosts a dairy lunch and Easter bonnet sale at Congregational church parlors on Thursday March 18. You are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congregational Church
Fort
Bargains on West Decorah lots and town residences
Bargains advertise three 60 by 132 foot lots on Maple Avenue near Fred Thomas, with many homes in town. Vendor T T Hogewoll urges quick contact before choicest plots are sold. Decorah Furniture Co promotes a Hoosier advertisement with profitable information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Decorah
Maple Avenue
Fred Thomas
T.T. Hogewoll
Luther College to Meet Decorah All Stars Tonight
A gymnasium basketball game at Decorah features Luther College against Decorah All-Stars and decorah gymnasium team in a benefit event likely to draw a large crowd. Tomorrow night Fayette high boys travel to Decorah to face Decorah high school in their first meeting, promising an exciting contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Gymnasium
Luther College
Decorah All-Stars
Luther Preps
Fayette
Decorah High School
Hoosier Cabinet Sale Becomes Annual Event
The Decorah Furniture Co. hosted a successful Hoosier cabinet sale last year. The sale has become a permanent feature for Hoosier dealers and their growing customer base continues to expand with satisfaction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Furniture Co
Hoosier
Hoosier Company
Decorah
School Election Chooses Green Director and Johnson Treasurer
A local school election on Monday drew 37 votes with Rev. H. H. Green elected director and C. C. Johnson chosen treasurer, both unanimously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev. H. H. Green
C. C. Johnson
Hospital Visit Alters Decorah Branch Train Runs
Conductor Emms covers the Decorah branch replacing Fred Campbell while Mike Gilmartin’s run between Calmar and Austin is reassigned. Gilmartin had a hospital operation in Cresco last Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emms
Decorah
Fred Campbell
Mike Gilmartin
Calmar
Austin
Gilmartin
Cresco
Cures and Prevents and Spring Sales at Local Stores
Barker's Remedy for coughs colds catarrh and rheumatism offered by John G. Schimming and R A Engbertson Adv Harness oiling supplies prepared by Schlatter with a Saturday oiling event at the store. Decorah Furniture advertises hats and offers goods at Bear's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barker
John G. Schimming
R. A. Engbertson
Adv
Mother Gray's Sweet Powders advertised for sickly children
An advertisement promotes Mother Gray's Sweet Powders claiming to break colds in 24 hours and relieve feverishness headaches stomach teething troubles and worms. It lists 25e at druggists and offers free samples by mail to Allen B Olmstead LeRoy NY. An additional pitch mentions DECORAH FURNITURE CO offering cash rewards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother Gray
Allen
Olmstead
LeRoy
N. Y
Mothers remedies promise quick relief and worm destruction
If Mothers Only Knew claims to relieve feverishness headache and teething disorders while regulating bowels and destroying worms. It says colds break up in 24 hours and has been used by mothers for 26 years. Available from Druggists at 25 cents with FREE sample and address A 8 Olmstead LeRoy New York. Also Bear's ties and shirts advertised as extra good quality work shirts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gray
Olmstead
LeRoy
N. Y
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Ben Muller A
Benedict
Bear's
Church Notes
Basket Ball
Schlatter
Decorah Furniture
BEAR
E.j.parman
Meritol Remedies
Citizens Savings Bank
Iowa
National Bank DE Decorar
Women’s, Misses’ and
Children’s Outfitters
Children’s Coats
Tipperary
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