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Newspaper
Decorah Republican
Location
Decorah, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1915
Page
2
Purely personal notes from Decorah and vicinity recount visits to Cresco Stoughton and Prairie du Chien. Local residents report travels to St. Paul La Crosse Madison and Minneapolis with births illnesses and family events noted among neighbors and relatives.
An audience at Le Grand Opera House last Wednesday evening witnessed a mock trial under Grace Church Guild auspices. The production drew chuckles and steady interest, with actors handling roles well and mirth arising from witness missteps. The event also boosted Grace Church funds by 850.
A racing event at the fair grounds last Friday and Saturday ended with Tom's overalls caught in a car gearing. He was whirled three times and sustained a badly bruised left leg, facial injuries, a cut lip, and several missing teeth. Dr. Hexom treated him and he is expected to recover enough to leave home soon.
Leo Rooney, one of Owen and Mrs Rooney's sons, was accidentally killed while hunting near their farm. He climbed a tree to drive rabbits with Jack Elliott, gun misfired, and bullet tore through his forehead. Elliott reported the incident. Dr Barfoot pronounced him dead. The family, already grieving another son's loss, faces tragedy.
Congregational subject next Sabbath morning Thou Shalt Not Steal. Evening program Holland and the Mouth of the Rhine. Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. Rev W Kerwin of Cresco M FE church to preach. 7:30 p.m. Sacred concert led by Madame Ohlson Solem with pieces Calvary, Look on the Fields, The Cry of Rachel and other selections. All invited to attend.
Kilkenny showcases Fiske O Hara in Trish drama Kilkenny with witty humor and strong supporting cast led by O Hara The management promises good seating and friendly country guest handling for a large house tonight.
Word reached Wauken yester day that Judge C. T. Granger died in California and his body will be brought to Wauken for burial. A humble Wauken lawyer, he rose to Iowa’s highest offices, serving as Circuit Court judge from 1875, then on the District bench, and later as a Supreme Court judge, sometimes Chief Justice, before retiring in 1900. He had long been in frail health, making his passing no surprise to friends. He last spoke publicly in Decorah at the opening of the Grand Opera House.
The Board of Trustees approved purchasing books for the public library including Joseph Vance Fraternity Anne of Green Gables Anne of Avonlea Anne of the Island Anne of Montgomery KL Mary Rinehart Uncle Noahs Christmas Party Otherwise Phyllis Martha and Cupid The Light Bringers The Birds Christmas Carol Jewell Jungle Book The World Works The Independent National Geographic Harpers Monthly Century Scribners Ladies Home Journal The Woman Home Companion The American Everybody Popular Mechanics The American Boy St Nicholas Also subscribing Good Housekeeping Scientific American and Scientific American Supplement The library is on the southwest ground floor at the Court House and hours are Tue Sat 2 5 pm and Wed Sat 6 8 pm.
Frederick Preston Searcd, acclaimed American cellist and composer, appears next Wednesday at the Grand Opera House under Luther College Amphictyonic and Irving literary societies. A world of study under Greek, Polish, Italian, Russian and German masters anchors his $1.00 tickets.
O A Schall the piano tuner is in the city tending to his work. Just received the best lot of men’s work shoes we have ever sold with prices at 2.00 2.75 and on. Larsen.
Work in the former Western Union telegraph room creates a larger, more attractive jewelry showroom for Mr. Billow. A display case in the window is installed and the two rooms are opened into one, benefiting both the store and the opera house building.
Mott & Co holds its annual fur sale today featuring Albrecht furs noted for quality. The catalog includes beautiful sets, single pieces, and coats expected to appeal to buyers despite a lean market.
Pred Ambli substituting for his brother at Milwaukee depot speaks of a promising start in his Highlandville business. He notes he has enjoyed a nice trade already and foresees a successful career in the oil Selijel dahl location.
Mr and Mrs Albert Bordert leave Spillville for California to establish a home at Atascadero along the Southern Pacific line between San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles. Friends regret their departure but wish comfort and happiness in the move.
A number of Decorah people attended the annual County Sunday School association convention held at Durr Oak on Monday and Tuesday. T. W. Bryant of Hesper was re elected president for the ensuing year.
Ernest Thane, a teenager and son of ALE Thane the merchant of Highlandville, broke his wrist last Friday in Decorah when the crank of an automobile struck his right wrist as he attempted to start the car. Dr Hexom attended and set the fracture.
Eber Christopher withdraws from the express business leaving Tra Rima Chas Barth and Wells to run the taxicab operation. Eber plans to focus on the horse business in the future.
Latra Gilmartin of Calmar wowed attendees at a St James choir entertainment in St Paul last Saturday titled Hunker. Courners. She delivered several musical numbers that earned high praise from the papers for her performance and tone.
Tuesday judge THobeon appointed Luther Reed as collateral estate tax appraiser after the resignation of Th. TL Pleiming who was removed to Montons. The move fills the vacancy in the tax appraisal office.
Every day customers enter with cheerful greetings and demand durable suits. The shop commits to only selling clothing whose wear proves quality, boasting bristle brushes and a line of bath robes. Special sale on extra quality sweaters at 85 00. bears name Bear's.
In a bold sale Larsen highlights men s extra wars underwear at 50 cents and boys fine union suits at five cents each. The ad markets value and scarcity to attract shoppers seeking affordable basics.
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