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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1908
Page
7
A digest of local goings on with visits from residents and guests, land sales, hotel notes, church events, and minor incidents. Movements include residents from Ayrshire Ruthven Ruthven visitors, auctions, and a new hotel in Denison. Additional items cover weather, livestock, crops, and social events across Emmetsburg and surrounding towns.
Miss Edna White of this city married Joseph Esser of Bridge Water at Assimption church on Tuesday morning. Rev J J Smith officiated with J Harvey Oliver as best man and Nell Laughlin as bridesmaid. The couple shared a wedding breakfast at the Nolan home and left for Bridge Water. Edna, educated at St Mary Academy, taught in Hofner and Whittemore schools before marrying. Esser, Whittemore native, recently bought a Bridge Water general store. The Democrat congratulates the couple and wishes lasting happiness.
Charles Craven died Sunday evening at 5 30 at his father Eli Craven’s home near Graettinger after a short illness. The 30 year old man was described as strong and healthy, with a large funeral holding yesterday in Graettinger and burial north of town. He leaves a father, brother, and three sisters.
M. Paulsen of Graettinger died at his home Monday after a period of ill health. Born in Denmark in 1349, he immigrated to the United States 35 years later and settled on his final home. He leaves a wife, two sons, and three daughters. Funeral services were held at the Danish Lutheran church Wednesday with burial at Lost Island cemetery. The Times extends sympathy to the bereaved family.
The Palo Alto county bar resolves that Hon. D. F. Coyle is eminently qualified to fill the Supreme Court vacancy caused by the death of Hon. Charles A. Bishop. It urges delegates from the 1th judicial district to support his nomination and tender their backing. O. E. Cohoon, President. A. J. Burt, Secretary.
A severe storm Saturday evening in Kosssuth County caused the Swedish Lutheran church at Algona to be struck by lightning. Heavy rain checked the fire, limiting its progress. estimated losses run about 350 dollars.
An advertisement urges enrollment at Mankato Commercial College in Mankato Minnesota claiming it is the best school in the country. It invites readers to request a beautifully illustrated catalogue for more information.
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