County Fair Highlights Focus on Livestock and Ribbons
At the West Union County Fair the live stock exhibits drew strong local representation. J. J. Phillips earned three red ribbons for coach horses, while Frank and Ed Boyle collected multiple pony prizes. Robbins showed Aberdeen Angus cattle with numerous top placings, Kohler Bros. claimed several Short Horn wins, Geo Wander & Son’s Scotch herd posted several firsts, and L. Hunsberger noted multiple hog prizes. The fair, though less crowded due to weather, was deemed a success with officers praised for a clean, modern event for Fayette County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Union
J. J. Phillips
Jimmie Haines
Frank
Ed Boyle
BH. F. Robbins
Aberdeen
Kohler Bros
Geo Wander & Son
L. Hunsberger
Poland
Hunsberger
Minnesota
Fayette County
Golden Anniversary of Mr and Mrs J F Miller
The German Baptist church celebrated the Golden Wedding Anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J F Miller. Married September 5, 1859, they observed their fiftieth anniversary three days after their sixty ninth birthdays. The event drew 52 family members over four generations. A noon dinner followed by a program of music and talks marked the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Miller
J. W
Henry
Jacob
Fred C
G. L
PF. B. Miller
Melody Luchsinger
Durdcher
Mrs. Miller
Fayette County
Obituary: Catherine Ruegg Bracker Widowed twice
Catherine Bracker was born July 20 1839 in Canton Bern Switzerland and died September 8 1900 near Elgin at age 70. She emigrated in 1854 to Ohio then Town in spring 1856 with six brothers and a sister. Her second marriage was to Rev Jacob Ruegg in 1881 and she was a widow since 1904. Survived by two brothers John and Samuel and sister Mrs Anna Freiden. Funeral at Apostolic church conducted by Rev Schupbach. Remains buried in church cemetery. Mathias Strahin and son of Sabetha Kansas attended the funeral then visited relatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Bracker
Canton Bern
Switzerland
Elgin
Ohio
Jesse
Lamars
Jacob Ruegg
John
Samuel
Anna Freiden
The
Apostolic Church
Schupbach
Elgin School Year Opens September 20 1909
Elgin announces the new school year begins September 20 1909 with a revised course of study. J H Williams is principal and Lulu B Hurd, Lizzie B Lyons, Amelia Etter, and Ann Baldwin head the staff across grades one through twelve. Grade six expands from last year’s five and six. No text book changes yet except Physiologies to be updated at the next board meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
J. H. Williams
Lulu B. Hurd
Lizzie B. Lyons
Amelia Etter
Ann Baldwin
Miss Baldwin
Miss Etter
Miss Lyons
New School Law Expands Compulsory Education
The act requires children ages five to fourteen to receive at least six months of schooling each year, replacing four months. It is recommended to provide nine months when possible. Emphasizes education as essential in a competitive era, urging parents to invest in their children's schooling and warning that six months is insufficient.
Surprise Wedding at West Union Iowa 1909
The notice reports the marriage of J. K. Montgomery and Miss Charlotte L. Wilson in West Union Iowa on September 9 1909 with J P Hugh E Conner. The couple, from Brigin Iowa, married after returning from the fair and their friends extend congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Union
Iowa
J. K. Montgomery
J. P
Hugh E. Conner
Charlotte L. Wilson
Brrigin
Eetto
Elgin Man Breaks Leg In Auto Accident
Louis Buroden of Elgin suffered a compound fracture of the right leg yesterday after his hat blew off while riding in an automobile. He was treated at Dr. Ainsworth's office and expected to be moved home today. Also noted is the death of Gilbert Halverson at his Gunder home on September 14, 1909, aged about eighty seven, a longtime local resident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Buroden
Elgin
Dr. Ainsworth
West Union Gazette
Buroden
Gander
Gilbert Halverson
Gunder
Poverty and wealth ideals echo in civic matter
The text contrasts poverty with wealth, citing Andrew Carnegie on happiness and wealth, then reports a special election in Clermont where 113 to 1 approved granting a franchise to C Miller & Sons to build a power dam and supply electric current, with plans to extend to Elgin. Also notices a glasses fitting event in Elgin and several local businesses running ads this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
C. Miller & Sons
Millers
Elgin
Divz
W. Feige
West Union
Dewey Hotel
Thoma Bros, Kniel & Rubger
Weibel Bros
Muehlenthaler & Halverson
Ole Peterson Show
Ole Peterson at Elgin Opera House Opens September 22
Ole Peterson brings a witty, pretty, catchy musical comedy to the Elgin opera house on Wednesday September 22. The bright amusing production includes eight big song hits and special scenery, making it a late season attraction not to miss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ole Peterson
Elgin Opera House
Henry Tope Opens Lehman Blacksmith Shop Notice
Henry Tope announces the old Lehman blacksmith shop is reopened. He says all equipment from West Union is brought in and offers all blacksmithing work. He invites former patrons and new customers to visit the shop and seek service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lehman
West Union
Henry Tope
Notice on Residence Phones Prices
A terse notice states residence phone rates at fifty cents and one dollar, noting the price distinction for local service. The fragment ends with an unclear qualifier about rates, implying a comparison or discount but lacking full details.
For Sale List Includes Harp and Cornet in Good Order
For sale items include a cornet and a high grade genuine leather visa, plus a standard orchestra live harp. All in good condition and offered at bargains. Write or sell A. M. Wiper, Elgin, Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Wiper
Elgin
Towa
Notice to Country Students Enter Elgin High School
All country pupils who have passed the County eight grade examination may enter the Elgin High School without further examination. Ole Peterson announces a dance at the Elgin Opera House on Saturday night, September 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Ole Peterson
the Elgin Opera House
Also Mentioned on This Page
Elgin Savings Bank
Gus Gunderson
Sam’l Mosby
A Thoma Brothers
Mathias Strahin
Sabetha
Kansas
Ruegg
New School Law
Man
Berg’s
Andrew Carnegie
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!