Community notes and obituaries from Wadena region
A dense page records visitors and social events in Wadena and nearby towns, including guests in the H. H. Whitcher home and multiple visits across Arlington Oelwein and New Hampton. It notes Armistice Day bank closures, revival meetings led by Bert Jennings, and community activities such as a 500 Club gathering and Legion events. A long obituary details Carl Schroeder’s life from Germany to Dundee, noting fatherhood, marriage, naturalization in 1882, and death at 88, with funeral at Dundee Lutheran Church and burial in Strawberry Point.
Warning to Wadena on cemetery care and duties
The letter urges residents to support the local cemetery association, warning that neglect will let graves overgrow and brush cover plots. It notes too few attendees at the annual meeting, a tied bank account, and calls for cooperation from all residents to plan finances, renew efforts, and resign from duties if unable to help.
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Wadena
Birth of John Frederick William Schroeder in Glambeck Germany
John Frederick William Schroeder was born September 7 1843 in Glambeck Germany as one of seven children of Michael I and Johanna Schroeder. He was baptized ten days after birth by Rev Carmelia and confirmed March 28 1868 by Rev Callies. At 25 he left for America, arriving in New York after 45 days and traveling to Elyria Ohio where he became engaged to Marie Schenk.
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Columbus
Iowa
York
Delaware
Edgewood
Dundee
Ferdinand
Ernest
Arthur
Martha
Schroeder
Mr. Schroeder
Germany
Wadena
L. Webber
Wakeman
Ohio
Mervyn
Marian
Marvel
Earl
Fred C. Lotz
Strawberry Point
John Frederick William Schroeder
Glambeck
Michael I
Johanna Schroeder
Carmelia
Volichule
Callies
Wanderlaat
America
New York
Elyria
Marie Schenk
Wadena School Notes Halloween Parties Across Grades
The first through fourth grades held a Hallowe en party with games and stories in the primary room and candy and apples served. The third grade won the good conduct contest and top spellers were Margaret Cline Rose Mary Cline and Evelyn Roberts. Fifth and sixth grades hosted a party with prizes won by Joy Wheeler Irene Kennedy Nellie Whittenbaugh and Dorothy Minihan. Seventh grade gave a Halloween party with eighth grade as invited guests.
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Margaret Cliné
Rose Mary Cline
Evelyn Roberts
Arthur Weber
Mary Dicey Leonhart
Ivan Johnson
Arthur Homewood
Robert Bond
Joy Wheeler
Irene Kennedy
Nellie Whittenbaugh
Dorothy Minihan
United Brethren Church Weekly Schedule and Board Elections
Rev C L Randall pastor announces Sunday services at 10 00 am 7 30 pm and 8 00 pm Young People Christian Endeavor at 7 30 pm Prayer meeting at Mrs Fred Ernst home on Thursday Official board met Oct 27 electing Recording Secretary Mrs W F Moore Financial Secretary Mrs Geo Jennings Treasurer Mrs Robert Frey Administration board includes W F Moore Mrs Geo Jennings and Rev C L Randall Harvester Band to meet Saturday afternoon with Vera and Vera Voshell Thanksgiving service planned with more details to follow
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C. L. Randall
Young People's Christian Endeavor
Fred Ernst
Randall
W. F. Moore
Geo. Jennings
Robert Frey
Presbyterian Church Sermon Exchange Notice
Rev. H O Rundell hosts Sunday school at 10 and morning worship at 11 with choir practice Saturday evening Rev HE Fikse of Volga City will exchange pulpits with Rundell on Sunday morning November 8 in Volga City and return to lead services.
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Presbyterian Church
H. O. Rundell
Fikse
Volga City
H O. Rundell
Women in Shakespearean Theater Lost to Time
Fragments recall that women did not perform on English stages a long time ago and all roles were played by men, with actresses only emerging much later in theater history.
Wild Roses Thrive Across Temperate Realms Worldwide
Wild roses of many varieties grow abundantly across temperate regions. The text notes their widespread presence and adaptability across diverse landscapes, highlighting their prominence in global flora.
Practical farm tips on air needs and crop care
Information from the U. S. Dept. of Agriculture covers livestock air requirements, dairy nutrition, and parasite control. It cites wage data, packaging twine changes, and rapid notes on lime for dairy cows, beet pulp, and wheat bran. Also includes shoe waterproofing mixes, tobacco dust for worm control, dog parasite precautions, hyacinth bulb cultivation, and storage tips for bulbs.
Dry Air Harms Antiques Hit by Dry Indoor Air
Antiques suffer significant damage annually as collectors place prized pieces in dry home display rooms. The dry air leads to warping, cracking, and loss of value for valuable woodwork and other collectibles.
Mind Tones Across States Delineated by Lord Kazmes
The outlook notes that mood shifts shift mental states from cheerful to melancholy or severe. It emphasizes that these varying tones may not be improperly labeled as such, reflecting an intellectual stance on emotional states and perception.
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Lord Kazmes
Electricity as motion says Bureau of Standards
The Bureau of Standards defines electricity as a form of motion and explains that when electricity is used the energy is transformed into heat or work.
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Bureau of Standards
Natural Law Nationalism and Harmony with Humanity
A concise excerpt argues that natural law nationalism, like individualism, must align with the whole of humanity and that collectivism should enable full development of every human want, reflecting a balance between personal and communal interests.
Going or Coming Confusion for Statesmen Behind Foes
A Milwaukee Sentinel reflection notes the difficulty great leaders face in judging whether supporters or adversaries trail them. The piece considers how a statesman distinguishing friends from enemies can be a constant challenge in turbulent times.
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Milwaukee Sentinel
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Teen MR Ve Neasey
Floyd Whiteher
West Union
H. H. Whitcher
Elgin State Bank
Jim Rawson
Howard
Lester Humphry
Derryl
Arlington
Sophia Weber
Carl Bloomberg
Mediapolis
Mrs. Stowe
Richards School
Honge
Bert A. Jennings
I. H. Wade
Oelwein
G. A. Adams
Blue River
Wis
A. B. Chamberlain
Smith
Adolph Weber
Roy Leonhart
George Kuhenes
Donald Leonhart
Dixie Lee
Will Fennell
New Hampton
Anya Fennell
W. D. Mattocks
Frank Livingston
G. P. Clark
Mae Hinkle
Carpenter
Hass
Mart Frey
Frey
Harry Whitcher
Blanche Whitcher
Ethel . Fuller
Waterloo
Whitcher
Whitcher and Daughter
Urd
Francis Corkery
Roy Cline
Mary Fox
Will Watts
Marathon
Maggie Whittenbaugh
J. EB. Jennings
Luther Crandall
Frank Raftis
Vida Henrich
Alden Gell
Telephone Operators
B. A. Jennings
Mary and
Beasie
Rev. G. A. Adams
Wisconsin
Bessia Whittenbaugh
Newton
H. O. Rundel
Lottia Whittenbaugh
Cedar Rapids
Ted Larson
Larson
George Davis
Lawrence Welsh
Bill Adams
Dan Herriman
Albany
Chas. Miller
Julia Miller
Will Voshell
Weat Union
J. Molumby
Lester Anderson
Clermont
Harold Strong
Eon Charles
Tyria
M. A. Klingman
A G. Herrling
P. R. Ashley
la Porte City
Ivan Moore
Mrs
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Henry Largon
Herman Larson
Plumb King
Betty
Forest City
James Kennedy
Anna Fennell
Burnedette
Alice Corkery
Gray Cowboy
Loretta Waters
New Albin
Lucille Raftis
H. E. Broughton
Mrs. L. Hicks
Jess
Warren Willerton
Frank Welch
Bobby Ernst
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American Legion
J. F. W. Schroeder
United Brethren Church
Shakespeare
U. S. Dept. v of Agriculture
Yorkity
Alucka
Typewriter
Echo
Elgin
Reliable Business Machines Company of
New Royal
Remington
Elgin Echo
Elgin, Iowa
Oatables Milling Company
Dim -Wenma Sie
Tema
Portable Milling’ Co
Reema
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