Fatal accidental shooting near Granville Iowa
Edwin Rothenbuehler, 22, was found unconscious with a gunshot wound to the temple and face after a rifle discharged while he rode in a buggy near Granville. He died en route to a private house. The shot was fired accidentally by Joseph Oberiman Jr during a hunting trip earlier that day. No arrest was made as authorities called it an accident. The incident involves the nephew of Mr and Mrs Fred Schlupp of Dubuque, confirmed by a telegram last week.
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Rothenbuehler
Granville
Schaaf
Orange City
Dubuque
Fred Schlupp
Our City
Real Estate Transfers Reported for Week Ending Sept 16 1910
Abstract Office of WW. J Rogers lists transfers in Oelwein Maynard West Union and surrounding areas. Transactions include Sayles referee to rank Lucas for one lot. M A Hoag to Hiram Hornberger. State Bank of West Union to John Wolgamot. Wolgamot to John Davis. multiple parcels in Maynard and Pemberton Park 2nd add. Sarah W Bacon to J W Baldwin. Addison Dewey to Baldwin. Carl Nus to Lydia Namoun. Josiah Davis to George and Robert Davis. Total figures show 2700 2800 1600 and 765 feet measurements included.
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J’rogers
William Sayles
Lucas
Oelwein
Marriage Licenses and Local Opinions on Education
The Oelwein Register notes marriage licenses for Leo T. Miller and Elizabeth Werdel, L. G. Culbertson and Maud Blunt, Arnold Baumann and Rosetta Frieden, Gotfried Breushler and Ada Gunther. It contrasts school patrons with good sense who value education with those who disparage teachers, concluding some families will not get their money’s worth from public schools. and asks, How do you like this weather.
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Leo T. Miller
Elizabeth Werdel
L. G. Culbertson
Maud Blunt
Arnold Baumann
Rosetta Frieden
Gotfried Breushler
Ada Gunther
Oelwein Register
Met After Many Years Reunion in Elgin Iowa
Mrs. Matthys of Elgin Iowa and Frank Matthys of Bloomington visited George Zimmerman and wife and Mrs. Schneyer last Sunday. The gathering marked a joyful reunion after over forty years since Civil War era days. The Zimmermans, now prospering in Elgin, sent regards to old friends as they hosted the meeting with continued interest in Elgin and its citizens. The Fayette County League of Postmasters will meet October 4 at the Commercial Hotel West Union at 1 PM with reports, resolutions and committee work on post office operations. The trainer for Rural Service and related topics will be discussed by officials including C Chambers, O Wellman, and J Ramsay. The Miller brother J C Miller’s illness brings Plasterers into the local scene as O P Miller arrives from Rock Rapids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthys
Elgin
Gon Frank
Bloomington
George Zimmerman
Schneyer
Zimmerman
Iowa
Frank
Mr. Hope
Hope
Wis
Zimmermans
Fayette
Fair Store For Sale In Elgin Iowa Trade Offer
A local ad promotes turning over the Fair Store and Telephone business to a buyer, claiming it offers a fine paying enterprise for a small sum. It contrasts with teaching positions, noting the telephone business earns as much as two girls teaching eight months or clerking at five dollars a week, and invites inquiries to E. H. Hoac in Elgin Iowa.
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Evening Post
Toledo
E. H. Hoac
Elgin
Iowa
Auction and sale offer for farm and personal property
He announces a public auction in about two months from Sept 1, following his wife’s death and relocation. The 80 acre farm includes a dwelling, barn, 7 horses, 30 to 35 cattle, and machinery. Prospective buyers may purchase corns, hay, and livestock. pasture rental may be available at low rates. Also notes clergy changes and that school begins next Monday.
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Berg
Gorritie Hani
Local Weddings Highlight Quiet Ventures Across Town
On September 14 1910 Arnold Bowman wed Mrs. Sam Frieden of Chelsea Oklahoma in a small ceremony officiated by Rev Draewel. They plan to live on the farm west of town and are welcomed by friends. September 23 1910 Lucas Olson and Emma Reinhart were married at Clermont by Rev Bursett in a quiet gathering with relatives present. The couple will reside on the groom’s farm east of Clermont. E J Halverson and Merle Riddle wed in St Paul Minnesota and will reside in Elgin. Chris Lehman praises a self made frost proof kinless refrigerator. The Kensington Club will meet with Mrs Kniel tomorrow evening.
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Arnold Bowman
Sam Frieden
Chelsea
Oklahoma
Draewel
German Baptist Church
Bauman
Bouo
Mrs. Olson
Here
E. J. Halverson
Merle Riddle
St Paul
Mino
Mr. Halverson
Elgin
Hone
Also Mentioned on This Page
the Elgin Savings . Bank
Elgin, Iowa
Gus Gunderson
Sam’l Mosby
Cashier
Real Estate Transfera
Odlwe
Carl Nus
Lydia Namuon
Josiah Davis
George and
Robert Davis
Ular
S. Halstenson
John Reed
Wellman
Rural Service
C. F. Chambers
C.H. Hoyt Rank
R. W. Muehlenthaler
O. P. Miller
Rock Rapids
J. C. Miller
J. H. Graham
Charles City
J. 8. Lilley
Dubuque Center
L. A. Swisher
West Union
W. G. Crowder
Citizens’ State Bank of
Citizens’ State Bank
C. F. Becker
Ben Schori, Pres
Olson—Reinhart
Halverson
Rivcie
Chris Lehman
Kensington Club
Mre. Kniel
Schori & Benson Lumber
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