First Primary Contests Amid Bad Weather at Local School
Lawrence Knudigan and Frieda Miller are on the sick list with pleurisy. Floyd Dummertirth has returned to school after illness. The first and fourth grades report attendance figures and tardiness. The Bret Senior class plans a play “And Home Came Ted” in early March. Taber and Opal Schori visited the high school. A semester report shows enrollment, average daily attendance, and punctuality at 98 percent. Luther Prep game Tuesday looms as a strong upcoming match against a big Norwegian team. roads delayed some pupils but they returned to classes once passable.
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Lawrence Knudigan
Frieda ‘Miller
Floyd Dummertiith
Ater
Rt Eit
Bret
Ted
Taber
Opal Schori
Fn Ag
Bataaneds
Aise
West Union
Luther
Biazand
Postponed Stock and Farm Sale Itinerary Update
Weather delays move the Gunder son Nelson stock sale and H H Gles 344 1-2 acre farm sale from February 8 to February 13 at the John Patterson farm, miles north-west of Wikoger and 4 miles west of St Olaf. Sale starts 10 am with free lunch and hot coffee.
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Gunderson & Nelson
H H. Gles
John Patterson
Wikoger
St. Olaf
Everything Postponed Due to Montroy Storm
The home talent play A Five Thousand Dollar Chance was postponed from Tuesday to Thursday. Patterson farm land and stock sales planned for Wednesday are moved to next Wednesday. The Father and Son banquet at M. B. church shifts to Feb 15. Wm A Nelson near Clermont postpones hog sale from Wednesday to Saturday at Clermont livery barn.
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Montroy
Patterson Farm
M. B. Church
Wm. A. Nelson
Clermont
Fox killed by Cheater Sheetz with a rock north of town
Cheater Sheetz killed a fox last week while north of Decorah. The animal was seen hobbling down a hill and dispatched in what seems to be a mercy killing after it appeared trapped. A front seat removal and lack of clear legality are noted in the brief account from Decorah Republican.
Community social and church gathering remarks
The bulletin recalls a church visit amid deep snow where attendees shared hymns and prayers. Rev. Ph Lever commented on blessings for Mr and Mrs Bebiner, urging gratitude for God’s guidance. A sociable finish featured games, well wishes, and plans for the couple’s future as readers reflect on community ties. The piece ends with praise for diligent, reliable members nicknamed The Clique.
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Gure ‘Tor
Ilfa
Lever
Mable Rennison
Bebiner
Baptist Cheweh Sunday Services and B Y P U Program
Baptist Cheweh announces Sunday worship at 10 and 11 with Sunday school at 11 and evening services at 7 30 and 8 English service. Thursday 7 pm prayer meeting. Invitations extended to all. February 17 program by B Y P U features Old Testament character quiz piano solo vocal duet readings and musical selections by Grace Miller Adam Miller and others.
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Irol Cali
Hava Keiser
Carl Hackmann
Mia
Edwin Kruger
Willard Martin
Clara Miller
Dorothy , Etter
Irene Boleyn
Dorothy Peeper
Grace Miller
Adam Miller
Arthur Rehwinkle
M E Church Announces Sunday Services and Schedule Changes
M E Church notes next Sunday services at regular hours with a Jonah text. Due to snow, play moved to Thursday and Father and Son banquet now on Friday February 16. Philathes class will meet Monday February 14 at Elmer Schori home hosted by Mrs. Elmer Schori and Mrs. Mel Kohler. Mrs Capper returned from Decorah last Saturday after visiting relatives.
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Elmer Schori
Mel Kohler
Woodrow Wilson’s ascent from student to U S president
The article traces Woodrow Wilson from Princeton 1879 to his Virginia studies, law practice in Georgia, Johns Hopkins postgraduate work, teaching stints at Bryn Mawr Wesleyan and Princeton, election as Princeton president in 1892, and governorship bid, leading to two-term presidency from 1913 to 1921 and a long illness before death.
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Viduon College
Fyrom
Tims
Bryn Mawr College
Wesleyan University
Princeton
Wpre
Princeton University
New Jersey
United States
Woodrow Wilson
Washington
Two Big Basketball Games at Elgin this Week
Elgin fans will enjoy two major games on the upcoming schedule as West Union visits Friday and Luther College Preparatory School comes Tuesday. Luther’s Norwegian–style lineup has strong northeastern wins, and a victory would prove the purple and white’s strength. Referee Prof Billings will officiate both contests, with the Tuesday game starting around 7 PM to fit the prep school’s return train to Decorah.
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Elgin
West Union
Luther College Preparatory School
Luther
Elain
Decorah
Billings
January 1924 Dairymen Report Highlights Rich Herd Data
Read the January 1924 report by Pennie noting 352 cows listed, 268 tested, 26 barns tested, and 14 purebreds. High fat cows yield 46.7 percent, 32.8 lbs fat for a top cow. average herd 10 cows 606 milk 21.1 fat. Also outlines Republican county convention plans for Fayette on Feb 23 with 180 delegates allotted across precincts.
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Atres
Ein Holzor
Jersey
Harry Wenger
Guernsey
J. O
Brackin Bros
D. Welch
H G Guernsey
Larson
Kelly & Robbing
John Pulfer
Kelly& Robbins
Brn
Holzer
Jer
L. EK Nelson
R. Pole
Latson
Grimm
Wm. Kruger
F. D. Welch
J. D. Larson
Fiat
Ronald Pennie
Republican State Central Committee of
Iowa
Republican County Central Committee
Fayette County
Republicana
Fayatta County
West Union
Rialbe
Des Moines
Cleveland
Ohio
N. B. Kendall
Auburn
Banks
Bethel
Center
Clermont
Dover
Eion
Pairfield
Fayette & Fremont
Harlan
Illyria & Jefferson
Oelwein
Palwatz
Pleasant Valley
Putnam
Scott
Smithfield
Union
Westfield
Windsor
Wadena
Towa
Republican Central Committee
Merchant Urges Merchants to Advertise at San Antonio
Fred P. Mann of Devils Lake North Dakota, a top selling general store owner, told fellow merchants in San Antonio that advertising is essential. He said newspapers are the greatest business builders, that business thrives with ink, and that a merchant who forgoes advertising is foolhardy. He warned against false claims and stressed timing of ads, especially during hard times or when rivals cut back.
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Fred P. Mann
Devils, Lake
N.D
San Antonio
Early Bird Notice From Fred Bare On New Hats and Oboes
An early bird note from Fred R. Bare reports a fine red breast robin seen on the porch Wednesday morning February 6 and announces an early showing of Gordon spring hats capa picketbrick oboes and oxfords made in town.
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Fred’ R. Bare
Walter Kurth 15 Dies After Illness and Surgery
Walter Kurth died February 2 1924 at West Union after a month long illness following an appendicitis operation. Born July 8 1908 at Lamont he was the third son of Jacob and Emma Kurth. Survived by parents three brothers Gottfred Beli Louis and many relatives. Funeral held at Apostolic church southeast of town conducted by Edward Grimm and Jacob Gehring. Burial in the cemetery there.
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Walter Karth
West Union
Walter
Jacob
Emma Kurth
Lamont
Elgin
Gottfred
Beli
Louis
Apostolic Church
Edward Grimm
Jacob Gehring
Sorraye Jing
Card of Thanks for Kind Neighbors and Friends
We thank our neighbors and friends who helped during our late son's illness and death. Grateful for expressions of sympathy and flowers. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Kurth and the Brothers.
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Jacob Kurth
Brothers
West Union Varsity Edges Arlington 19 to 10 in League Fight
West Union High beat Arlington on Arlington floor 19 to 10 in a close game. Kingman Topp and Gilson Renisgon contributed with frees and baskets as Arlington defense was steady but unable to threaten the purple and white. J Conner starred for the local team while Jorgenson Gitchell led Arlington town side. Next Friday West Union travels for a top showdown with Arlington. Sunday’s girls game also promises a tight contest with admission 15 cents for adults 25 cents for students.
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West Union
High High
Arlington High
Arlington
Elgin
Basker
Kingman
Topp
Gilson
Renisgon
Gan
Johnny Etter
Boorse
West Union High
Oelwein High
Andon
Sie
Prof Allings
Miss Hawkins
Whet Union
Thor
Pleasunt Valley Township Calls Fresh Bids on Road Work
At the regular meeting of the towne ship trustees on February 4 bids for road work were revived. Any inter ested party may submit bids at the adjourned meeting to be held at the Citizens State Bank on Monday February 11. Township Clerk.
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Pleasunt Valley Township
Citizens’ State Bank
Gvo
Sohorl
Government guarantees railroads and receivership questions
An Oelwein Register reader asks how railroads can be guaranteed 54 4 percent on investment yet end up in receivership. Miss Gladys Carpenter arrived from Fayette to attend the Ithia play this noon.
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Oelwein Registar
Gladys Carpenter
Fayette
Ithia
Elmerp Nordhaus Dies After Illness in Fayette County
Elmerp Nordhaus died Wednesday at his parents home in Fayette County. He was 29, a World War II veteran who served in the engineer corps. His death followed tuberculosis and years of illness. he leaves a wife, four brothers, two sisters, and many friends who knew him as a devoted son and husband.
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Elmerp Nordhaus
di Puroita
Fayette County Union
Carnival in the 1. C. O. F. at Valentines Day Notice
Hal Averylewiy is slated to attend a six carnival event hosted by the Rebekah Badge. Halver Gilbertson, a business visitor, was in Clermont last Saturday for the gathering.
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Rebekah
Hal Averylewiy
Halver Gilbertson
Clermont
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J. A. Downer
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Winte Wln
Toa
Reeree Young
Elgin High
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Remptson
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Kiple
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