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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
2
A long list of social visits and travels across Iowa and nearby states. Locals and guests visit Cresco, Ridgeway, Os Si an, Madison, Des Moines, and other towns for family gatherings, funerals, and temporary stays. Notable mentions include engagements with relatives abroad and trips to Madison, Des Moines, and Minneapolis.
A joyful gathering was held last Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James McMullen in Canoe township to honor their forty sixth anniversary. About fifty relatives and friends attended and shared a pleasant day together.
Mayor Green urges Decorah residents to join a city wide cleanup with Monday Club and Boy Scouts organizing efforts. Citizens should pile non burnable trash for collection, extend work to City Park, and involve students and adults to keep holidays pest and offense free. Start now for a fresh, neat city.
Travelers condemn county roads leaving Decorah and Decorah township. Outside four to five miles, rural roads are passable while township routes seem neglected. The county has dragged roads widely, but Decorah should set an example, though a possible excuse remains unclear.
A. W. Oxley of Woodside Farm near Ossian sent a sample of seven inch alfalfa showing vigorous growth. The notice argues alfalfa will flourish locally and become a valuable addition to farms, calling it the coming hay crop of the world.
Price and Gibbs of the Decorah Granite Works placed a large white granite monument on the George Phelps lot in the cemetery. The stone marks the resting place of Mr. Evans, brother of Mrs. Phelps, who was buried here years ago. The monument weighs eight to nine tons.
Deorah challenges West Union Argo claim that Fayette county harbors the town's oldest Odd Fellow. Decorah's F. Gibson, member since 1847, precedes Grover by two years in the order.
Wm. Robbins and his crew who built the line to Cresco have completed work in the neighborhood and gone home. For three weeks they repaired and practically rebuilt the line, leaving it in the best possible condition.
The marriage of Mabel Moen and Norman Nelson took place Tuesday at Glenwood Church with Rev. Searvie officiating. The couple, children of Mr and Mrs Gustave Moen and Mr and Mrs Ole Nelson, will reside in Decorah.
We show a line of blue serge confirmation suits in Norfolk with 3 button sack styles. Prices listed include 10.00 12.00 and 15.00 for long pants suits 35.00 and 7.00 for double breasted short pants suits. Call in and see them. 8. LARSEN.
John Gossman, who lives near Burr Oak, closed a deal to buy the Peter McCaffery house in the first ward. He and his family will soon occupy the home while Mr and Mrs McCaffery visit their children for a period.
Notice to members and patrons that hogs will be accepted two days weekly, specifically Thursday and Friday, issued by manager O W Ellingson.
Park Commissioner Larson reports extensive leaf and rubbish cleanup and tree transplantation in the city park. The band stand materials are on site and construction will start this week, with summer band concerts likely and occasional sacred concerts possible on Sundays. The completed park aims to be among the state’s finest, offering unparalleled views.
The celebrated Chinese baseball team will visit Decorah on Tuesday May 6 and face Luther College on the college grounds. They are genuine Chinese players trained in the American game from Honolulu University with Kin Tan Pam as pitcher. Luther College paid a substantial sum to bring them, and fans are urged to come out and support.
Al Palzer, the town heavyweight, has been in poor condition since arriving from Europe. Rumors of illness circulate as he has not spoken to local friends. The Chicago American reports he may require an operation that could end his boxing career.
A West Decorah farmer drove along when the front wheel detached and threw him to the ground. He yelled for the team to stop but they stood still. An inventory showed only the axle nut was lost. no injuries reported.
A Decorah report stated J. M. McNamara was arrested for bootlegging but the charge was dismissed after trial due to lack of evidence. McNamara calls the accusation spite work and maintains his innocence.
The Purple ball hosted by the local Elks lodge at Marsh hall drew a large attendance of ant lered gentry and their ladies and was greatly enjoyed by all.
A laundry advertises house cleaning services for carpets rugs wool blankets quilts and similar items. It guarantees top quality work at a very cheap price.
A spring market purchase yields a special bargain on boys hats at 50 cents and 5 cents, with two quality lines priced at 31.00 and 1.25 previously. Sold by S. Larsen.
West Union panels report a new freight train on the Rock Island between Decorah and West Union. The daily passenger like freight will haul dead loads and gravel ballast, adding a second crew and promising schedule time by month’s end.
Mrs. E. K. Hovden born Nora Gilbertson February 14, 1877, died at home in Decorah April 29 after a weeks long diabetes illness. She married Mr. Howden November 24, 1897. three children survive along with her husband. Funeral will be April 30 at 2:30 PM with prayers at home and service at Synod Lutheran Church officiated by Rev. Torrison. She was active in the Woman's Relief Corps and church aid work.
A local shop offers sewing on red tag buttons and repairs for shirts with free service to customers. Send in your shirts to F. N. May for quick alteration and repair.
An ad touts Groves' Drug store as offering only top quality drugs and remedies, emphasizing premier products and patient satisfaction in a straightforward sales pitch.
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