District Court In Session Faces Long Docket In Calmar
District court convened with defaults and probate items, then heard the State v Larson. The Olson case awarded a physician commission to assess fitness to stand trial. reports noted Olson in bed with thigh injuries from a railway suit. Multiple equity, law, and guardianship matters followed with judgments, settlements, and probate actions recorded through the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Larson
C. C. Olson
Calmar
Olson
Milwaukee Railway Company
State of Town
Henry Floody
Bond
A. J. Morris
Frank L. Stinson
J. FE
Lappen
Equity
EB. R. Howell
Anna M. Klein
Peter Wolf
John Moe
Mary Dart
L. Johnson
Rev
Rev. V. R. Duda
Augustin Koloc
Olivia O. Simonson
Freeman H. Rose
Peter A. Ask
C. W. Teske
Will Headington
C. T. Brode
Ezra G. Reed
L. O. Reed
Arthur O. Hagen
N. Willett
Ted Guardian
A. Meyer
Wenzel Jestrab
James Jestrab
Law
H. F. Barthell
Guardian Ad Litem
National Bank of Decorah
G. W. Beers, Jr
BE. A. Beers
James McDonald
John P. Green
Halvor Johnson
Ole Tollefson Twenge
Ben Berness
Ole A. Stensland
Robena Ramlo
Halsten Ramlo
Cresco Union Savings Bank
J. C. Young Et al
Fee
W. H. Tillson
F. W. Desselva
N. Wiltgen
General Refining Co
Arthur M. Stee
St. Aloysius Church
Alf. Clark
Ingeborg Quandahl
Wm. Steinmetz
Anna Byrness
John Byrness
EF. R. Acres
P. M. Harold Sole
Fred Brown
Joseph Steinmetz
Guy Humphrey
Anna Byrnes
A. D. McKay
Herman PD. Warner
August Holthous
Alois Holthous
John W. Mikesh
Hannah W. Espeseth
Owen Smith
Mayme Carolan
Empire Theatre Burglary Sparks Police Hunt
Burglars entered the Empire theater through a cellar grating Tuesday night, pried the ticket office window, and stole all cash from the drawer though nothing else was taken. Two young men seen near the screen about eleven at night left fingerprints, aiding police in the investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empire Theater
Model Office Rooms For Dr Hutchinson On Water Street
Dr T C Hutchinson near completion of new offices over M J Soukup's store comprising four rooms including a parlor facing Water street operating room private office and a laboratory Back of the private office the work area is a lab suited for diverse uses The equipment is modern electrical dental apparatus and the design emphasizes neatness comfort and convenience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. C. Hutchinson
M. J. Soukup
Water Street
Hutchinson
National Reform Association Sends Wil lett to Iowa Convention
The National Reform Association invites Rev Mahlon Willett of Decorah to Des Moines for today and tomorrow’s state convention. The gathering aims to expand religious and moral instruction in public schools, protect Christian features of civil government, and enforce the six day work week. Dr Willett was unable to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Reform Association
James 8. Martin
Mahlon Willett
Decorah
Towa
Des Moines
Willett
Fish stocking plans hampered by poor fish supply
Deputy Game Warden Bucknell received a letter from State Game Warden Hinshaw noting the commission struggled this year to obtain fish for planting as sloughs yielded few. He could not travel as hoped but promised better efforts next year and may visit Winneshiek County to pursue pheasants and quail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa River
B. E. Bucknell
Hinshaw
Mr. Bucknell
Winneshiek County
Hotel Improvements at the Commercial under Carl Freburg
The Commercial hotel, managed by Carl Freburg, has undergone extensive improvements this week. The dining room now features linoleum flooring and the hotel has been painted throughout, creating a more comfortable and attractive stopping place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Freburg
Progress on Milwaukee depot baggage room and washroom planned
Walls for the new baggage room are up and the roof is nearly on at the Milwaukee depot. Workmen expect completion by week’s end. Next, the wash room and toilet apartment will be installed in the old depot site. Last week M. J. Soukup gave a Victor recital to citizens and will repeat these entertainments periodically. Look for announcements in the window.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
M. J. Soukup
Des Moines Homesteaders elect H J Green president
At a recent meeting the Des Moines headquartered Homesteaders insurance company chose H J Green of Decorah as president to replace the retiring Mr Young due to his wife’s ill health. Green tentatively accepts and will split time between Decorah and Des Moines, visiting weekly. The mayoral resignation is expected but not yet decided. A rain soaked football game ended 0 to 0 between Cresco and Decorah with praise for sportsmanship. Decorah and Cresco plan return match while local teams prepare for basketball after rest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homesteaders’ Insurance Company
Des Moines
Young
H. J. Green
Decorah
Green
Justices of the Peace
Cresco Boys
Cresco
Dubuque Athletics
Lime Springs
Cowhide Bill Whicker Visits Decorah for Hides
W H Whicker known as Cowhide Bill toured Decorah yesterday gathering hides for eastern markets. He noted Decorah as a top point in northeastern Iowa and reported shipping nearly 10,000 pounds yesterday. He estimates annual sales around 175 000 to 200 000 pounds of cowhides and sheep pelts from Decorah amid high leather prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Whicker
Waterloo
Decorah
Iowa
Unity of Spirit and Body sermon at Congregational church
Church notes announce next Sabbath morning sermon on the Unity of Spirit and Body. Evening lecture adapts Sir Oliver Lodge’s BCAS address claiming physical science conflicts with religion or immortality after death. Services at 10:30 am and 7:30 pm titled An Unseen Partner and The Tragedy of Dives. Free seats invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Lodge
British Association For the Advancement of Science
Dives
Change of Time on Bovey Ot Road Next Sunday
A change of time is expected on the Bovey Ot road next Sunday the 16th with no clear details. Rumors say Calmar’s 10 20 a m train could arrive an hour earlier but officials have not confirmed anything.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bovey Ot
Calmar
Twenty Men’s Heavy Olive Melton Suits Sale
Heavy olive color Au burn Melton suits for men described as strictly all wool and ideal for winter. Advertised as a good heavy winter suit and the best ever sold at the price, with limited availability indicated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melton
Dry Wood For Sale From Ronan Wood & Land Co
Dry wood in wax and poplar available from Ronan Wood and Land Co. Four teams ready for prompt delivery at phone number 124. Wood yard and office located for customer pickup and inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronan Wood & Land CO
Decorah Rod and Gun Club installs officers and outlines stocking program
The Decorah Rod and Gun Club met Tuesday evening naming President C N Houck Vice President H H Thomas Secretary Roy Tracy and Treasurer A R Johnson New fish stocking applications for spring include trout and black bass Six shipments of game fish totaling 23000 rainbow trout 3000 black bass and 1000 mixed species were distributed along local streams The club helped uphold game laws and notes few illegal activities The group expects to attract members from across the state and aims to advocate stocking of streams and woods next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Rod & Gun Club
C. N. Houck
H. H. Thomas
Roy Tracy
A. R. Johnson
Trout River
Smith Creek
Trout Run
Canoe Creek
South Fork
Bear Creek
Twin Springs
Iowa River
U. S
Business Moves in Local Blocks Finish Shifts
On Monday F A Germann moved his clothing stock from the Citizens Bank block to the Strong building once vacated by M J Soukup. He had the room repapered and painted and finds the interior brighter and with more space. On Tuesday L J Nesheim bought Germann’s lease in the Citizens Bank block and will move his tailor shop there, reviving the historic room’s former use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. A. Germann
Citizens Bank
M. J. Soukup
L. J. Nesheim
Mr. Germann
Rumor of New Electric Railroad Near Decorah
A telegraphic dispatch from Decorah reports a rumored electric railroad promoted by Charles City people. The line would run to La Crosse Wisconsin with no through connection to La Crosse. Surveyors are already at work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Register & Leader
Decorah
Charles City
le Crosse
Wis
la Grosse
Tailor Promises Perfect Fit and Quality
If your clothes don’t fit we take the fault. We tailor to ensure satisfaction with fit finish quality and style. Large stock to choose from and exclusive patterns by C O Hagen, tailor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. O. Hagen
Catholic Bazaar Doll Contest at Nov 19 by Catholic Ladies
The Catholic ladies bazaar on November 19 features a doll contest with contestants Louise Jennisoh and Alice Walsh. Aprons and fancy work will be sold and refreshments served. The Empire shows the war film The Battle of Gettysburg next week, starting Saturday at a.m., with full details in the upcoming paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise Jennisoh
Alice Walsh
the Empire
Prosper farmers organize a shipping cooperative
Ten days ago Prosper Minnesota saw a meeting where enterprising farmers formed the Farmers' Shipping Association of Prosper a Minnesota non stock cooperative to handle livestock by grouping into car loads for shipment and sale on the open market profits shared after expenses. Sam Duxbury Jr is president G W Willford manager A A Seeley Burr Oak and Frank Carrington Hesper serve on the board. The plan eliminates middle men and follows successful German cooperatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prosper
Minn
Minnesota
Farmers’ Shipping Association of
Sam Duxbury, Jr
G. W. Willford
A. A. Seeley
Burr Oak
Frank Carrington
Hesper
Woman's Relief Auxiliary Holds inspection at AR Hall
The Woman's Relief Core No. 58 auxiliary to the G A R held their annual inspection at the AR hall Thursday afternoon October 30. Mrs Gertrude Anderson of Marion served as inspector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Relief Core
No. 58
G. A
Ce A. R. Hall
Mra
Gertrude _Anderson
Marion
La Beuna cigar debuts from Frank Helwig at market
Frank Helwig announces the La Beuna cigar now ready for market. The Havana filled, mild cigar is described as finely shaped and of good quality. Bear's offers warm duck coats at $1.00. Germann relocates to Soukup Jewelry. managers urge acquaintance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Helwig
Havana
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Larson
0. C. Olson
Charlie Stoen
Guardian
Luther College
Halvor Halvorson Bakken
Martin H. Bakken
James Stringer
John Greer
Geo. L. Stringer
Empire Theatre
Eastern Star Doings
Masonic Lodge
Waukon
Victor
The
Homesteaders
Church Notes
Decorah Renubliear
the Rod and Gun Club
Prosper Farmers
the Republican
McCall’s Magazine
Successful Poultry Journal
Today’s Magazine
East Broadway
Wiggins
Emma Letchford
Rt. 2
Ossian
Poland
A. Jewell
Cedar Hill Farm
John Logsdon
J. J. Soukup
Ole Orvella
Rt. No. 1
Robenn Ramlo
Mabel
J. C. Beard
Bluffton Township
Terrence McConnell
W. H. Smith
Yah
Whitbeck
Caledonia
Nesota
Princess
Daniel Frohman
Mrs. Fiske
America
Thomas Hardy
D'Ubervilles
Soukup’s Jewelry Store
Frank
Clothier
J. C. Inspection
la Beuna
Bear's
Germann
Soukup
Diamonds
E. J. Parman
Meritos
Haviland
China
A. Leytze, H. A. Schremser, Henry Ness
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