Purely Personal Notes From Decorah and Nearby
Local society items list visitors and travelers from Decorah and surrounding towns. Names include L. Fe Davidson, Hazel Sheetz, Ed Sehjeldahl, S. J. Moore, Margaret Moore, A. Williams, Oveidia Viste, Marie Haugen, Wm Dickinson, Mahlon Willett, R. F. Gibson, Mary Holahan, Florence Foley, T. Evenson, David Hexom, E Dostal, Conrad Nelson, Ed Fretheim, Florence Fosse, Agnes Ingvoldstad, Meljome, Stella Sorenson, Neste, A E Bents, E F M Thomas, C K Preus, M Larson, O C Greene, J A C Preus, Chas Lambert, N C Grindeland, Nora Grindeland, Mrs. Minn ie Golz, John McCook, A J Swezey, Marian Thompson, Bud Ward, Alex Bear, Mrs W Haven, Mrs Landers, R H Prince, H F E Miller, R H Hislop, BE Wilson, and others, with travels to Calmar, La Crosse, Cresco, Fort Atkinson, St Paul, and Omaha, plus hospital, birthday, and visit notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Williams
Postville
Oveidia Viste
Marie Haugen
la Crosse
Wm. Dickinson
Freeport
Cresco
Mahlon Willett
Ding
Boston
R. F. Gibson
St. Paul
Helen
Fort Atkinson
Decorah
Conrad Nelson
Minneapolis
Ed. Fretheim
Lake Mills
Bovang
Florence Fosse
Lime Springs
Martha Brandt
Waverly
Dan Riley
Faribault
Stella Sorenson
Florence
T. K. Neste
Emmons
Minn
James Neste
A. E. Bents
EF. M. Thomas
Cres
Hattie Pike
Mentor
Hall
J. A. Larsen
E. O. Hokansen
Stoughton
Wis
J. A. C. Preus
Minnesota
C. K. Preus
M. Larson
Jacob
Lansing
Mr. Larson
O. C. Greene
Alice
BE. M. Greene
Chas. Lambert
Spring Valley
Southern Minnesota Power Company
N. C. Grindeland
Nora
Ed Ambli
Kendrick
C. C Morley
Fayette
Minnie Golz
B. George
Muscatine
Bud Ward
Alex. Bear
Springfield
Knoke and McCon nell United in Charles City Nuptials
Last Saturday evening at the groom’s sister home in the fifth ward Chris E Knoke and Gertrude K McConnell both of Charles City were married by Rev M Willett. The groom, known in Decorah and county, and the bride, a Charles City nurse who cared for him during illness, will live in Charles City where Knoke works as a carpenter. Best wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris
E. Knoke
Gertrude K. McConnell
Charles City
M. Willett
Decorah
Knoke
Mr. Knoke
Mrs C H Teetshorn Dies at 84 in Lincoln Township
Olivia O Teetshorn long time Lincoln township resident died November 1 at her Cresco home at age eighty four years five months and two days. She was born in New York a descendant of New England Puritans came to Wisconsin in 1845 married C H Teetshorn in 1850 and moved to Town in 1866. She is survived by two children BE Teetshorn near Cresco and Flora Beucher at Pilot Grove old home.
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Cresco
Olivia
Mies
Flora Beucher
Pilot Grove
Walter H. Dickerman Dead in St Paul
Walter H. Dickerman oldest son of Mrs and Mrs C FE Dickerman longtime Decoral lied resident dies at 998 Lincoln Avenue St Paul from heart disease. He leaves wife and son and brothers Gilbert G Dickerman and Louise D Fraker sister in Duluth. Funeral held Tuesday and burial at Oakwood cemetery. He was a prominent real estate dealer for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter H. Dickerman
C. FE. Dickerman
Lincoln Avenue
St. Paul
Gilbert G Dickerman
Louise D Fraker
Duluth
Oakwood Cemetery
Dickerman
Memorial Service for Departed Brother at Decorah Lodge
Decorah Lodge No. 443 B P O E will hold a memorial service on December 7 at the lodge room on Main Street. Hon W H Torbett of Dubuque will be the orator of the day, a speaker of statewide reputation. The service is religious and open to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Main Street
W. H. Torbett
Dubuque
The
Elks
Mrs Fannie Gibbs Plumley Dies in Los Angeles
News comes from Necorah that Mrs. Fannie Gibbs Plumley, oldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Gibbs, died suddenly in Los Angeles where the family has resided for years. She had been ill but seemed to recover, then at a Woman's club meeting became blind, suffered convulsions, and died shortly after. Old friends express deep sympathy.
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Necorah
Fannie Gibbs
Plumley
Will Gibbs
Los Angeles
Hospital Committee Debates Plans With No Conclusion
The hospital committee held a long session yesterday morning to review plans and specifications but could not reach a definite conclusion without more information. They emphasized taking care to avoid haste and mistakes.
In Their New Home on Broadway
Mr and Mrs I O Marsh, Mrs Carrie Jurgens and Mrs Julia Gjerme are settled in a handsome Broadway residence. They previously lived over twenty five years in a cottage on Water Street, marking a notable move.
Millinery Reduction at Mrs. B. C. Dahly's in New Quarters
A two week sale on trimmed and untrimmed hats at Mrs. B. C. Dahly's now moved to larger quarters at 113 Water Street. Call for details and new stock from F. A. Germann.
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B. C. Dahly
Water Street
F. A. Germann
Stop Thief at the Grand thrills Minneapolis readers
The Minneapolis Journal lauds Stop Thief for its fast moving farce at the Metropolitan, with two real thieves and two blameless men chasing loot amid wedding fineries. Critics praise rapid gags, satire of crook melodrama, and a finale of mounting hilarity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Metropolitan
Police
Elks Prepare Move to New Home Next Week
The Elks near completion of their new quarters in the Steyer block with only a few fixtures remaining. They plan a reception for city residents on arrival, inviting ladies and promising a refined luncheon rather than a full banquet.
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the Elks
Steyer Block
First Touch of Winter Skates Across Frozen River
The first real winter of the season arrived Sunday night with the thermometer dropping to 14 above zero per government readings. The river froze above the West Decorah bridge and above the dam where a few venturesome people tested the ice. Young America looks forward to good skating ahead.
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F. H. Baker
West Decorah Bridge
America
Allan Bailey Breaks Wrist at Gym
Allan Bailey slipped during handsprings at the gym and fractured his right wrist. Dr. Jewell reduced the fracture and he will be out of football and basketball for the season.
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Allan Bailey
Jewell
Improving the Rock Island Prominent Officials Tour Cedar Rapids
T M Schumacher president of the Island rail road executive board and many principal officials toured the main line in Cedar Rapids on Monday. They were entertained by the commercial club and promised branch line improvements as funding is secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Schumacher
The
Island Railroad
Cedar Rapids
Commercial Club
Sorenson Buys Mackenstadt Building on Winnebago Street
On Monday Mrs. A. J. Sorenson purchased the Mackenstadt building on Winnebago street currently occupied by Longstreet Brothers for 2400 dollars. A new front and remodeling are planned and after completion it will house Mr. Sorenson’s drug store.
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A. J. Sorenson
Mackenstadt
Winnebago Street
Longstreet Brothers
Winneshiek Horticultural Show ends after low attendance
The second Winneshiek County Horticultural Show closed last Saturday evening due to disappointing turnout that failed to cover expenses. Despite well attended programs, the effort proved too labor intensive for the small visitor numbers. Friday featured a talk by Congressman Henry T. Helgeson of North Dakota who, though not a horticulture expert, engaged the audience with an entertaining digression.
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Winneshiek County
Henry T. Helgeson
North Dakota
Helgeson
The New Winneshiek County State Bank Interior Nears Finish
Interior work on the new Winneshiek County State Bank is advancing rapidly. Marble flooring is completed and counters are nearly finished with square marble pillars at turns topped by marble urns lined for plants. The overall look remains handsome despite unfinished areas.
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Winneshiek County State Bank
Board of Supervisors Conclude Session For Year
The board of supervisors met Monday and adjourned Tuesday noon to allow bridge and highway committees to report on the year’s work. Last year delays left matters unfinished. this year they aim to finish all items before the new board sworn in January 1.
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Board of Supervisors
Bridge and Highway Committees
Congressman Helgeson Takes Home Visit in Milton
Milton North Dakota welcomed Congressman Helgeson for a weekend visit with Decorah friends from Friday to Monday. He left for Washington after noting Democrats focus on currency issues, giving Republicans time for the home visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry T. Helgeson
Milton
N. D
Washington
Mr. Helgeson
Well Located Miss Clara Comstock Tours Children Homes
Miss Clara Comstock and Miss Anna L Hill visited Decoral last week. They brought two companies of homeless children there last spring and found the children thriving in good homes and well cared for.
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Clara TB. Comstock
Anna L. Hill
Miss Hill
Miss Comstock
Thanksgiving Sale By Ladies Aid And Paor Nightly Club
The Ladies' Aid society and the Paor nightly Club of the Congre church announce an annual Thanksgiving sale on Saturday November 22 at Decorah Furniture Store. Items include fancy articles aprons candy food and homemade mince meat.
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Ladies’ Aid Society
Paor Nightly Club of
Congre, Church
Decorah
Cheese Day at Fred Rosenthal’s Grocery Next Saturday
Next Saturday November 15th Cheese Day at Fred Rosenthal’s grocery features a finest assortment of imported and domestic cheese on sale. The same week Empire presents the five reel war film The Battle of Gettysburg at the Empire theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Rosenthal
Gettysburg
the Empire
Eva M. Fleming Elected Chairwoman at Des Moines Teachers Meeting
Mrs Eva M Fleming of Decorah was elected chair woman of the executive committee at the state teachers meeting in Des Moines last week. Her absence from the meeting gave the compliment added significance according to observers.
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State Bank Examiner
B. Wilson
Des Moines
Decorah
Eva M. Fleming
Fleming
Our Guarantee for Easy Clothing Purchases
Our guarantee promises simple returns. If not satisfied, return your purchase for your money back. BEN BEAR offers ready service to customers.
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Ben Bear
We Press Your Clothes and Do It Right
A local clothing and tailoring notice highlighting Mee Hagen The Tailor promises quality work and low prices. It mentions Ger mann's guarantee of satisfaction and Soukup's Jewelry as a new store location.
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Mee Hagen
Short Course At Decorah Iowa For Grain And Stock Study
Decorah Iowa hosts a week long short course December 8 to 13 with daily classes from 9 am to 4 pm on grain and stock and afternoon talks on feeding pastures and soils. Rope tying classes run 8 am with practical knots hitches and splices. One ticket admits all lectures and demonstrations featuring college stock and Amis experiment results. L M Enger serves as secretary and handles inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah
Iowa
Agricultural College
Amis
L. M. Enger
Bossart Buys Selz Shoe Store in Decorah
C. W. Bossart of Chicago completed a sale last Friday gaining possession of Heller Bros. Selz Shoe Store in Decorah. Possession was given Monday and L. G. Hubbell of Webster City becomes resident manager. Bossart and Hubbell, both experienced shoe men, plan to continue the venture here while B. J. Heller moves to Cherokee to join his brother in the land business.
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C. W. Bossart
Chicago
Heller Bros. Selz
L. G. Hubbell
Webster City
Mr. Bossart
Mr. Hubbell
Decorah
B. J. Heller
Cherokee
Dean Wellington McVettie Attends Waverly Deanery Meeting
Rev Wellington McVettie, dean, traveled to Mason City Monday for the Waverly deanery gathering. He spoke on the topic Man and the Coming Woman, yesterday at the meeting.
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Wellington McVettie
Mason City
Waverly
Hagen Promotes Winter Suitings and Overcoats
Merchant tailor 0. Hagen invites readers to view a large line of winter suitings and overcoats praising quality as the best money can buy.
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Hagen
Lot 11302 Auburn Melton suit at $12.00
A listing notes Lot 11302 a melton suit in Auburn with a asking price of 12 dollars. The terse entry gives a single item description and price for buyers.
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Auburn Melton
Bear
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A. K. Bailey & Son
L. FE. Davidson
Ohio
W. E. Haven
Marion
Landers
Winona
J. M. Roberts
R. H. Prince
D. H. Leach
Parker
L. F. Frink
John McCook
A. J. Swezey
the Surgeons of North America
Marian Thompson
F. L. Thompson
John Bucknell
Savona
N. Y
Missouri
H. F E. Miller
Lincoln
Neb
R. H. Hislop
George Hislop
New York
Wells Fargo Express Company
el Paso
Mexico
Ray
C. H. Teetshorn
Ellis’ Memorial
Rock Island
the New Bank
Congressman—Helgeson
Nemo
Columbia Yarns
McCall
Wayne
Mrs. Fleming
Germann’s
Soukup’s
Phoebe Lingoln
OS River St
Towa
Selz Shoe
Star Theatre
VER Valin & CO
Wood Family
Frank Owens
DE Leux
Victor
M. J. Soukup
Plain Price Store
R. P. Sanford
Marlow Building
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