Local notices reveal tragedies and theft in Maynard area
A community paper column reports John Greenwaki, north of Lawler, found after four weeks hiding in cornfields. He claimed to wish death and had eaten only apples. Mrs. George W. Duryea, 96, died in Algona. Norman Rood, a Waukon high school sophomore, died when a car fell from a fifteen foot embankment. Maxwell Cottle, near A G C Schlichte’s, wrecked. driver missing, car stolen with Nebraska plates traced to Roy Halleck in Omaha. Maynard News.
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Niegr
Tripoli
Wae
Tawa
Noghinis
Onltone
John Thay
Atory
John Greenwaki
Lawler
Tietjen
Tows
Algona
Iowa
Dubuate
Norman Rood
Waukon High-School
Maxwell Cottle
A. GC. Schlichte’s
Nebraska
Roy Halleck
Omaha
Maynerd
Dogs Kill Nine Sheep in Alf Jacobs Neighborhood
Last week a stray dog attack in Alf Jacobs neighborhood caused about 100 dollars in losses to the county. Nine ewes perished while Alf Jacobs, Will Reusser, and Louis Olson reported losses of one, one, and two sheep respectively. The dogs have not been identified and remain at large.
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Alf Jacobs
Will Reusser
Louis Olson
Basket Social at East Clermont Lutheran Church Next Friday
A basket social will be held at East Clermont Lutheran Church next Friday evening October 8. Everyone is invited to attend.
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East Clermont
Clergy Moves from town to Lamont in new pastorates
Rev Butler leaves town for Lamont to lead two churches with about 100 members and a higher salary. Rev Starr of Corwith, Iowa, will take the Lamont charge, arriving early next week, while Prof Swaney from Fayette will fill in locally on Sunday.
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Butler
Lamont
Rohd
Cofirat
Iowa
Bilein
Frigid Air Refrigerating Plant at City Drug Store
Muehlenthaler proprietor of City Drug Store has installed Frigid Air, a modern refrigerating storage plant. The automatic electric system maintains a very low constant temperature without ice, keeping large quantities of ice cream. The new setup promises neater operation and less labor in storage.
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Muehlenthaler
Foot Injury From Hunting Accident In West Union
Freddie Reitz accidentally shot himself in the foot while hunting Sunday afternoon at the Fried Kohler timber. He walked to the Fred Nydeggir home, a doctor was called, and he was taken to West Union hospital where two toes and several bone fragments were removed. He is progressing and may recover without permanent disability.
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Freddie Reitz
Fried Kohler
Fred Nydeggir
Wes
West Union Hospital
Inter
October birth traits for bankers and forces in finance
People born in the first half of October excel as bankers brokers and financiers due to an understanding of the art of Boney. Those born in the second half are forceful characters prone to extremes, hardworking yet formidable competitors.
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Arso
Road Nearing Completion To Clermont On Wyw Road
The Blein Clermont road nears finish with culverts nearly done and one cut remaining at Nelson farm. Grading will start finishing soon and asphalt gravel coating planned next year after grading completes. Local settlers anticipate first gravel road in county.
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Blein-Clermont
Nelson Farm
Tt Ig
Clermont
Eigin
Cow Testing Report Delayed For Next Week
The High Cow Testing Association monthly report will not appear this week due to space constraints. It will be published next week as space becomes available.
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The
High Cow Testing Association
Bailey and Miss Mary Hemi to settle near Brawley
Bailey and Miss Mary Hemi of Independence plan to move to Brawley California where they will settle and then await their families now staying at Arlington. Mary Dean, youngest child of Mr and Mrs T W Dean, was raised here and attended high school at the time of her marriage. Bailey came from Calibab Kia years ago and has run the auto repair shop at the Fath. The young couple is well regarded and hoped for happiness and prosperity.
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Bailey
Mary Hemii
Maroki
Independence
Brawley
California
Arlington
Og Mary
T. W. Dean
Raisd
Follett- Anderson Nuptials Married At Home
A pretty wedding occurred at the Follett home with Walter Follett marrying Miss Anderson in a ceremony led by Rev G Guyuiten. Attendants were Edna Follett and William Nelson. decor featured flowers crepe paper and bells. a wedding dinner followed then a honeymoon trip. The couple will reside on the Follett farm after October 15 in Clermont.
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Walter ©. Follett
Sheehan Post American Legion
Air Service
Enterprise
Walter Follett
Follett Farm
Clermont Enterprias
Fire Loss and Prevention Highlight 1923 Statistics
A 1923 nationwide fire record shows fifteen thousand deaths and five hundred million dollars in property loss in the United States, with Iowa reporting 6 510 fires and eight million two hundred twenty six thousand dollars in losses. Authorities urge diligence as three fourths of fires stem from negligence prior to Fire Prevention Week next week.
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United States
Iowa
Local Couple Wed in Cedar Rapids Ceremony
Jack Knarr formerly of Elgin and now in business with Weat Union married Cecelia Liechti of Sigourney Iowa last Friday. The wedding took place at Cedar Rapids and the couple returned the same day to West Union to start housekeeping. Friends extend congratulations.
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Jack Knarr
Elgin
Weat Union
Cecelia Liechti
Sigourney, Yowa
Cedar Raepids
Court House Dedication Program Details
Wednesday October 8 1924 lists a court house dedication with music addresses and receptions. Fayette Iowa events include band performances by Gelwein City Concert Band and Fayette Co Consolidated Bands along with a dance, prayer meetings, Sunday services and charitable clothing drives for Russia and Siberia. Notables include Rev W J Alexander Hon J D Cooney Hon A E B Taylor and Chief Justice Thomas Arthur.
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Gelwein City
W. J. Alexander
Court House
W. I. Humphry
Sherre
G. D. Darnall
Atochibald Sowden
H. F! Roney
J. D. Cooney
A. EB. Taylor
W. J. Springer Music
B. J. Wykle
Court House Square
Grant
Oelwein City Concert
Fayette Co. Consolidated
Opera House
Clyde Grant
Clark
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Burnnike
Maynard
Town
Pastors Change at Conference
A conference last week announced several clergy reassignments and salary increases. Rev. Butler moves from El yin to Lamont, Rev. Starr from Conrad to Elgin, and Rev. Porter from an unknown location to Hidora. Remaining incumbents include Rev. Alexander at West Union, Rev. Baker at Fayette, Rev. Henke at Oelwein, Rev. Cram at Arington, Rev. Ackman at Monona, Rev. Guide at Gilman, and Rev. Hilman at East Dubuque.
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Butler
Elyin
Lamont
Starr
Conrad
Elgin
R. ¥. Porter
Hidora
Alexander
West Union
Baker
Fayette
Henke
Oelwein
Cram
Arington
Heavy potato crop drives aggressive selling advice
Growers urged to dump surplus spud crop as Iowa State College specialist C L Fitch notes record yields. Reports show Appanoose county yielding 520 bushels per acre with a heavy northern crop expected. Fred Muehlenthaler and John Bloomquist of St Paul visited that night to discuss business as the second tax installment becomes due.
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C. L. Fitch
Iowa State College
Iowa
Appanense
Fred Muehlenthaler
John Bloomquist
St. Paul
Death of Anna Z Lerch A Swiss Immigrant in Elgin
Anna Zaug Lerch born Bern Switzerland August 1392 died September 24 1924 near Elgin aged 42 1 22 survived by husband Ernest Lerch and three children William 15 Joseph 11 Anna 9 Married March 8 1907 the couple moved to America two years later returned to Switzerland briefly then resumed life near Elgin Funeral at Apps Tell church with speakers Edward Grimm and Alfred Imhoff English and German remarks. burial in nearby cemetery.
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Anna Zauge Lerch
Bern
Switzerland
Higin
William
Joseph
Anna
Ernest Lerch
America
Opportunity
Appstellc
Edward Grimm
Alfred Imhoff
Wild Fowl Season Opens Varying Dates in Iowa
The Independence Bulletin-Journal notes timber squirrels may be hunted September 1 to January 1 while wildfowl season starts September 6 for dick, brant, goose, Wilson's snipe, and mud hen through December 31. Some birds are illegal to hunt and bag limits are reduced. owls and hawks beyond specified species are deemed useful to agriculture.
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Iowa
Busy Elgin Canning Factory Drives Timed Harvest
In Elgin the canning plant runs late as workers push to finish packing sweet corn after Tuesday morning checks showed crop growth. Farmers rush to deliver, pack, and cut fodder before leaves are lost. Mature corn avoids damage from frost despite urgency.
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Elgin Canning Factory
Migia Canning Company
Klilling
Rev. Starr to Pastor Local Congregation Next Year
The Rev BE Starr will serve as pastor for the coming year though he will not be present next Sunday. Prof Swaney of Fayette will preach in his stead. The Welbel Mill Company reports a fresh supply of Graham whole wheat and corn meal. grains were delivered by Alfred Imhoff Will Pritchard and Chris Dennier.
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Rey
Starr
Tilyria
Prof. Swaney
Fayette
Swaney
Brother Starr
Alfred Imhoff
Will Pritchard
Chris Dennier
Welbel Mill Company
High school shows busy fall with Lyceum night
The high school student body prepares a lively week with volleyball, a Lyceum opening featuring the Marimba Singers, and season ticket sales. A busy schedule includes class activities, club preparations, and classroom improvements as teachers guide a strong start to the year.
Flour Prices Flash: Minnesota Sacks Hit Low
Fragmentary market note shows flour price quotes with Beal of Minnesota and mill names. References 4 sacks minimum and $2.30 for Quaker brand products, Autumn Gold, cheese references, and mentions Weibel Milling Company in unclear context.
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Minnesota
Weibel Milt Company
Dance Saturday at Harold Bennett Farm
An invitation for a Saturday evening dance at the Harold Bennett farm invites all to come enjoy themselves. Organizing contact appears as Ysaac Mounhan.
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Harold Bennett Farm
Ysaac Mounhan
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Weaoe
Follett
Baptist Church
Carl Hackman
Brainard
Russia
Siberia
Ladies’ Aid Society
Louise Schorl
Jacob Schaer
Ph. Lauer
Asaint Ua
Edith Grether
Gertrude Hackman
Rosie Hadd
Holdie Buser
Edith Keiser
Antig Rennison
Dorothy Grether
Benj. Baumgartner
Fred Muehlethaier
Margaret Green
Ann& Heck
Esther Kiple
Lena Wenger
Wilma Schier
Hdna Miller
Anna Zaugg Lerch
Lyceum
Sena Idm
Iiss
Crowe Reporta
Misa Crowe
Luther
Misa Schori
Fayetta County Institute
Ostwein
Breckner
Mies Ddith
Iowa Tuberculosis Association
Misa Countryman
Mise Wyth
Als
Migs Louise Schori
Meademon Renuleson
Leslie Lehman
Klingman
Mosby
Clarence Muehlethaler
Sconl
Ernestine Holzer
Alerness
Margaret Marie Grimm
Billy Wilbur
Eva Mae Frieden
Keith Thorn
Lou Ine Hackman
Richard Luce
Margaret Strauch
Raymond Conner
Dorothy Oleson
Erma Grether
Elser Grover
Elmer Moeyer
Lila Grover
Louise Evans
Max Thoma
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