Gypsy Trickery and Sheriff Crackdown Report
A chaotic local page details a sheriff stopping a Gypsy train at 55 mph near West Union after a begging theft of $18 at Oelwein. The incident ends with authorities promising departure routes and payment of sheriff expenses. Also noted are upcoming court terms, the murder case of Pedro Ramos, and production details for Harriet Beecher Stowe film adaptations with a star-studded cast and extensive set construction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Fay
Oelwein
West Union
Fayette County
Elgin Girl Weds and Leaves for Canada
Mias Helen Grover daughter of Mrs. Mariel Grover of Elgin and Grant Dawson son of Charles Dawson of Fredericksburg wed at noon on April 2 in the M B E church at New Hampton The ceremony was conducted by Rev James B Bird The couple will reside in Ardenade Alberta Canada with the groom’s parents and brother in law close by They have rented a section of land Mrs Dawson a 1925 Elgin High School graduate and has stayed near home to assist her mother The groom hails from the Fredericksburg area and friends wish the couple happiness in their northern home
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mias Helen Grover
Mariel Grover
Elgin
Grant Dawson
Charles Dawson
Fredericksburg
M. BE
New Hampton
James B. Bird
Dawson
Ardenade
Alberta
Canada
Fines
Folke
Trucks and tractors arrive same day in Elgin
Friday brought a busy scene in Elgin as Torkelson Bros unloaded four tractors and disks and paraded through town before Falk & Sons arrived with sixteen Chevrolet trucks. The crowded streets gave Elgin a real busy town feel for a time.
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Elgin
Torkelson Bros
Falk & Sons
Meeting Place Changed for Elgin Ladies Study Club
Mrs Samuel Moaby will host the Elgin Ladies Study Club next Tuesday evening replacing Mrs Leo The program includes Music Roll Call a Southeastern State and its Capitol Motor Coaching Through North Osro Una Georgia Strauch Same Geographic Facts About South eastern United States Versus Mosby Roberts Lee Beenica Fall Yearly business meeting
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Samuel Moaby
Elgin
Tornado damages Halverson farm near Lindstrôm
The St Paul Dispatch reports a tornado struck the James Halverson farm three miles south of Lindstrom causing about 80000 dollars in damage. Halverson and two young sons escaped to the basement as the funnel lifted the house off its foundation and hurled furniture and debris across the area. Barry Arthur Groth left for Chisago City to assist with spring work and preparations continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G Aaillegravi Cress
She ‘Waa
Elgin
Halverson
Barry Arthur Groth
Chisago City
St. Paul
James Halverson
Lindatrom
Former ElginBusinessman Passes Awaken Frederick Schlupp
Frederick Schlupp aged eighty two died at his home near the Apostolic church Friday morning April 5 after several weeks illness. He long operated a show store and repair shop at Elgin until 1919 when a great fire destroyed his building and led to his retirement. Born September 22 1847 in Canton Bern Switzerland he came to America in 1864 settling first in Stillwater Minnesota then moving to Elgin Iowa in 1866. He married Rosina Rothenbuehler in 1870 who died in 1917. he remarried Rosina Meyer January 26 1919. Survived by a sister Lydia Jacob Morton Illinois and many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday at the Apostolic church with Rev Jacob Gehring speaking English and German. Burial in the church cemetery. He was remembered as a kindly man who followed the Golden Rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Schlupp
Apostolic Church
Elgin
Notice to return borrowed plow to Clermont Brick and Sand Co
A notice requests the return of a heavy breaking plow borrowed from the late Christian Miller. Please return promptly to Clermont Brick and Sand Co hardware store in Clerves. Contact Fy Miller, executor, if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian. Miller
Clermont Brick & Sand Co
Clerves
Fy Miller
Exhibit Friday at School News DL
Anonufl Physical Training exhibit met at the school gym. The commercial department, new this year, is now the most popular. Half of the graduating class 929 will be capable of monographic work, and Kenneth is praised for a top rating. Viola Berndt was absent sick. Margaret Jean Strauch scored 100 percent in the six weeks spelling test. The eighth graders drew Africa studies and pasted products. First and second grades walked for birds and drew them on return. Mrs Crider, Mrs Bald win, and Lillie Gruver visited. Donald Hoag was sick. The garden in the sand table grows. onions and beans will be ready soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenneth
Viola Berndt
Garet Jean Strauch
Africa
Donald Hoag
Auto Show in Coliseum Set for April 18 19 20
The Auto Show returns larger than ever with exhibitors for autos accessories tires and radios. Doors open 11 am to 11 pm daily with music each afternoon and evening. Two floors will host the exhibit and a decorative scheme is planned. A 10 cent admission helps fund a better show. Expected attendance tops 10 000 visitors over the three days.
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Iowa
Auto Show Committee
Bootlegging Isn’t Profitable Says Northeastern Iowa Attorney
A well known northeastern Iowa lawyer, famed for liquor defense, says bootlegging is unprofitable and urges clients tied to liquor traffic to quit. He cites shattered profits, heavy fines, and widespread busts, noting one high earner cannot even pay a fine. The message counters the myth that moonshine paid, calling the risk far above the reward.
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Iowa
New Hampton
Postville Clinic at Bostville Hospital Tuesday
Postville hospital will hold an ear nose and throat clinic on Tuesday forenoon April 16 at Bostville Hospital.
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Bostville Hospital
Postville Hospital
Adr
Improvements In Local Exchange Across Towns
The Central States Power and Light proposes new reduced rates in Sumner and Fayette, with differing residential pricing by town. A single tier optional rate for Sumner may allow greater appliance use. Northwestern Bell starts a 5000 dollar project to improve Elgin telephone lines with new poles and cables, replacing aging open wire along multiple streets.
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Central States Power & Light Corporation
Sumner
Fayette
K. W
Elgin
Northwestern Bell Telephone Co
Almira
Water Streets
Franklin
Main Streets
Pleasant Street
Mill Street
Death of Mrs. Starr prompts Elgin sympathy
The Elgin frierida of Reverend Ernest J. Starr and Buckingham Iowa learned Mrs Starr died. Funeral set for Thursday in Geneseo at 1 30 p m with services for Mrs Starr who leaves husband four children Bartholemew Robert Pané Mary Frances and Everett. Funeral details follow arrival of word Monday April 8 Bucking ham post office in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin Frierida
Ernest J. Starr
Buckingham
Iowa
Starr
Bartholomew
Conrad
Robert
Fayette
Pané
Mary Frances
Everett
Scarlet fever reported in Brackin school district
One case of scarlet fever is reported in Brackin district, Eva Boyer seven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Dick Boyer. She fell ill last Thursday and the school closed until Monday for fumigation and vaccination of pupils. The family notes she is improving and all other students are now vaccinated to prevent spread.
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Brackin
Eva Boyer
Dick Boyer
Boyer
It Pays to Feed the Cows Says C. D. Chapman
C D Chapman a Highland township dairy patron and Wadena Farmers Dairy Co member finds it pays to feed cows extra in winter. He milking 13 Shorthorn cows in early March earned 86.02 with a ration of alfalfa timothy ensilage ground oats and barley. Hawkeye's annual Farmer's Picnic is set for Thursday June 13, the twenty second of these events.
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C. D. Chapman
Highland Township
Wadena Farmers’ Dairy Co
Chapman
Marriage Announcement From Elm Grove Bride Eva Shaffer and James Farnsworth
At a Thursday bridge dinner hosted by Misa Mildred Stihl, Eva Shaffer and James Stoddard Farnsworth married January 19 in David City. Judge H H Schaaf performed the ceremony. Attendant Miss Stahl. Farnsworth a University of Nebraska alumnus and Alpha Tau Omega member. Reception featured pink decor. high bridge score won by Miss Inez Stevens.
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Misa Mildred Stihl
Eva Shaffer
A. W. Shaffer
James Stoddard Farnsworth
J. W. Farnsworth
Ogden
Utah
H. C. Schaaf
David City
H. H. Schaaf
Miss Stahl
Mr. Farnsworth
Hie Os
Ambateston
Tornoe Suden
University of Nebraska
Alpha Tai Omega
Inez Stevens
Lincoln State Journal
Little Eight League Meeting Set For April 19 In West Union
The Little Eight League organization meeting is scheduled for Friday afternoon April 19 in the courthouse at West Union. Managers will elect officers for the coming year, adopt rules and by laws, and set a schedule, with much business to transact for the season. Also note Elgin Oil Company has changed ownership and all pre April 1 1929 accounts are due by April 20 1929, payable at the oil station for receipts, after which costs and collection will be added.
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West Union
Iowa
Bamaiy
Elgin Oil Company
Elgin and Clermont
Elgin High School Basketball Squad Entertained at Superintendent Home
The Elgin high school basketball squad was entertained Friday evening at the home of Superintendent and Mrs. Li B. Carter. Attendees included Reuben Schupbach, Orville Shaffer, Clifton Kiple, Orville Bunting, Leo Grether, Reuben Lehman, Clarence and Lawrence Muehlethaler, Carl Schori, and Forrest Feller, with guests Charles Whitney and Rudolf Jorgenson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin High School
Li 'B. Carter
Reuben Schupbach
Oward Shaffer
Clifton Kiple
Orville Bunting
Leo Grether
Reuben Lehman
Clarence
Lawrence Muehlethaler
Carl Schori
Forrest Feller
Pner
Charles Whitney
Rudolf Jorgenson
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Lapebe
Roberteen
Taylor
District Court
H. B. Taylor
Pedro Ramos
Oclwein
Raneda
Fort Madison
Ramos
Italy
Greece
Switzerland
Germany
U. B. Av Special Saan
Omaha
I Universal
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Ual
Artinanla
Graftimén
South
Ster
Acene
Stowe
Kate Adams
Elgin Businesser
Awak
R. A. Crider
John Baldwin
Lillie Gruver
Objavein
Bell Telephone Company
Little Eight
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