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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1917
Page
2
A long list of local residents make trips to cities including St Paul Minneapolis New Hampton Rochester Os sian Cresco and Milwaukee with visits to relatives friends and business. Notable moves include G D Bollman and family relocating to Decorah and Marcus Severson visiting after naval service in New York.
Mrs Agnette Rustad died at Nordness at age 68 after living near Locust previously. Survived by husband Me Rustad and three children Mrs Charles M Nelson Mrs Hans Halverson and Abraham Rustad. Funeral services were held at home and then at the Methodist church led by Rev Bang. Also noted: Oliver Gerhard two and a half died, funeral at United Lutheran church with Rev Glesne. Jacob Mathison infant died two weeks after birth.
Local committee for the Army Y M C A continues fund solicitation. Many pledge cards remain unseen as solicitors could not reach all potential donors. Help is requested by leaving cards at banks or sending any contribution available.
Edw. Bear traveled to Chicago last Saturday hoping to see the big game between Chicago and New York. Ten secured tickets and both attended the Sunday matchup. Sorbein from Luther College also got in, with 32,000 fans present as Chicago played like machine work. County Auditor Winger and Don Haugen also secured tickets for the event.
Corporal Dale Now receives news from his son Christian J. Dale at Camp Dodge that he has been appointed corporal. The promotion marks the first rung in the line of advancement and confirms demonstrated ability.
The second Liberty Loan Bond campaign collects a large county effort with township sub committees named for Fremont Burr Oak Hesper Highland Orleans Bluffton Canoe Pleasant Madison Linn Decorah Glenwood Springfield Frankville and Clerical and Four Minute Men groups. Winneshiek’s quota exceeds one million dollars as residents urged to buy bonds described as gilt edged safe investments with 40 percent annual interest and tax exemptions.
J. H. Bradish of the exemption board mobilized Ames for Camp Dodge Des Moines. He was not a deserter or slacker. Ames, drafted in Washington, brought his wife to Iowa and reported to the exemption board for transport and lunch before leaving Thursday morning for Des Moines. A provision allows return to the home state if it would cause excessive expense.
Knut Burton Hanson twelve year old son of Mr and Mrs Flias Hanson was killed last Saturday while plowing on his family farm in Pleasant township. He was thrown from the plow seat and died from injuries before aid arrived. The funeral was held Tuesday.
Mil waukee road claim agent Al Boehmiler spent the week in Decorah as he works to settle with Calmar wreck victims. He previously worked near the printing trade as a solicitor for the Dubuque Times, noting little difference between the jobs aside from pay.
Dr A J Swezey and M D Jewell came home from Fort Riley for a couple of days this week. They reported benefits from training and noted the demands of party life, though they expect another month before any front deployment.
Word from Lexington Kentucky reports trainer F J Curtin did not start his pacer Hal J in the races. No reason given, leaving whether track conditions or horse fitness influenced the decision unclear.
Christen Bros closed a deal last week transferring the Aliie Hoyt house on River Street to Ole L. Anderson with price not disclosed.
Prices on Edison phonographs and records offered at Pro Parman's Jewelry Store in Decorah. The shop promotes the largest stock of records and reduced prices on selected numbers with closeout specials on checked records.
The note says orders were placed for fine men's wool suits for spring with distinct patterns and low prices, promising better value than competitors. It mentions new hats arriving and invites readers to visit Saturday at Bear's.
Henry Hiller received word from his son Milton that he has joined the hospital corps at Des Moines cantonment and plans to leave Monday for Kansas City. Milton passed the exam except for eyesight, which was corrected with glasses.
Rev. A. R. Grant arrives with family to take the Methodist pastorate after Rev. Cook departs for another assignment. Grant previously served at Dunlap in Harrison county and begins duties this week.
The Fourth district federation meeting at Decorah Congregational church drew delegates and 26 visitors from key towns. Rev. A. M. Jayne Cedar Rapids gave a keynote on The Keepers of the Gates of Tomorrow, praising women, with sessions stressing war effort, patriotism, and social work.
Civic Club meets Friday afternoon October 12 to collect 1917 dues for the Rest Room used by Red Cross work. President Mrs E J Curtin emphasizes payment before December 1 when the rent expires. A prohibition mass meeting is planned at Decorah Park Sunday October 1M at 2 pm with local singers and speakers to aid constitutional prohibition.
Miss Stella Hovey and Carl J. Falck united in marriage at the bride’s agents home in Madison township with Rev. Otto E. Schmidt officiating. A reception followed as relatives and friends celebrated. The couple will reside on the C. M. Hanson farm near Ridgeway after Mr. Falck, who has sold acetylene gas plants, begins farming. A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ole Quandahl of Canoe township on Wednesday morning.
A Tuesday Star show drew a moderate crowd for films and a clever prestidigitation display. Incognito, performed by H. Dahl, a linotype operator, impressed with ring tricks and ecards plus song. The program featured Mutual weekly reel with a New York monster demonstration in which Harry McLain and others from Winneshiek were involved. Nolan’s Poland China Hog Sale is scheduled for Wednesday October 24 with a full list to follow. BRAR'S promotes a new silk four-in-hand neckwear line.
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