West Bend area teacher contract reveals 12 dollar monthly pay
Historical records show a 12 dollar monthly salary for a teacher in the West Bend district during the 1800s. The long hand contract, signed July 4, 7802, outlines duties and the lord’s obligations, noting a quarterly four week, five day school year and the teacher Isabella McGormich’s conduct rules and reporting duties.
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Qltimers
Pato Alto
Ainse
West Bend
Mity
Sinie
Foyt Neds
West Lemi
Stony Fancy
Talo Alto County
Mau
Ree C
Sid Schol
Séuleichardt
Voiet Grnuns
Five Prizes Offered in Ted's Popularity Contest
Ted's Super Market announces five prizes for a popularity contest to be judged by votes returned with specified merchandise. Ted says votes will be counted and the winners announced the following Thursday in The Democrat.
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TED
Ehdice
Mat Ted
Ing Done Dee
Fabelgaven
Merehith- Dise
A J Hines 93 Found Dead In Waverly Hotel
A 94 year old former Spencer man A J Hines was found dead in his room at the Waverly hotel on a Wednesday afternoon. Death was attributed to natural causes by Dr. James Black, Palo Alto county coroner. Hines had lived at the hotel for about two years and was a former Singer Sewing Machine Co representative in several Iowa counties. His wife had died years earlier and he had no immediate family in the area. Relatives resided in Spencer. The body was found by Fred Har.
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Spencer
Waverly
James Black
Palo Alto County
A. J. Hines
Uwa
Local Variety Store Promises Wide Gift Selection
A damaged ad notes a general merchandise shop selling household appliances and novelty items. It advertises drones electric gadgets waffle irons and kitchenware plus toys and gifts for families. The listing mentions delivery and a broad stock including weights and grills.
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Tha Srowrupa
Odriens
Feta Eiderti
Chitistenita Fopiitet
Hugh
EIA
Ens Tive
Auatity Rhoes Alea
Elderly Wager Manager Body Found After Noon
Spencer authorities processed the death of an aged man found by the Wager manager near 2 PM Wednesday. The coroner estimated he had been dead about 12 hours and the remains were moved to Spencer. The hotel manager noted Hines appeared normal the prior evening and the elderly man, aided by old age assistance, usually dined out. Emmetsburg residents recall his goatee and frequent public appearances. He was alert, pleasant, and well read, often reading, speaking, and perusing periodicals.
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Hampton
Spencer
Hines
Hartman
Mai Emmetsburg
Goodfellows Drive Warm Clothing Aid For Emmetsburg
Donations of clothing and cash have been distributed to desperate families in Emmetsburg. Mrs Calkins coordinates free coats and shirts and welcomes gifts up to Christmas Eve, with pickup or office drop offs at the county courthouse.
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Emmetsbur
Calkins
Nail Garrer Evening Remarks and Award Note
The page item describes a testimonial event with a varied program of 28 Sperint musical numbers and rendetta. Mr. and Mrs. Ureneoh praised the audience for their support. A lounge chair was presented to Mr. Dreagely as the evening's reward.
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Ureneoh
Atracus
Dreagely
John Skiiner
Trodaian
Retired Redman mail carrier lauded for decades of service
Dreogeh, longtime Palo Alto county mail carrier, retired after a career marked by rugged travel on muddy roads by horse and wagon, sleigh in winter, and later cars. Neighbors praised his punctuality and dedication, noting his sick leave balance and easygoing pace in later years. Community leaders urged turnout for the upcoming fundraiser and basketball event sponsored by the Quarterback club to support local athletics and teams.
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Gan
Nail
Redhat
Dreogeh
Redman
Palo Alto County
Bailey
Quarterback Club
Bormersburg
Bysry Igetalice
Piren
Barred Gross Program Merges Local Health Groups
The Heretulosis and Health Association and Town Heart Association merge programs while keeping separate boards. Each organization will review and vote on continuing the programs at their annual meeting. County Superintendent K T Hancer named city chairman for Emmetsburg, succeeding Mrs. Burton Vareve who moves to Algona for new duties.
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Heretulosis and Health Association
Town Heart Association
Lusgé
K .T. Hancer
Association
Emmetsburg
Burton Vareve
Algona
TROTTERS CONTINUED STORY FROM IRAN PORE
A fragmentary note describes events involving trotters and a person named Maret, with a late evening development referenced. The text is incomplete but indicates a sale or transfer related to the individuals mentioned.
McGregor Advises Cautious Coal Strikes
Narrative notes John L. Lewis aims to limit coal output to minimal levels and dares government and operators to concede. Mentions ample coal stock, urges paying auto licenses, and hints at rising woes amid everyday observations of birds and pine boards.
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John L. Lewis
Hews and Shop Talk Recall Frugal Farming Tips
A local column recalls time as money and credit value while noting remaining 50 ft and 75 ft flat corn cribs for sale. The items could serve as snow fences and diners considered thrifty practices like using bread to soak gravy, though it might be poor form.
Woman Sues Over 1949 Ford Crash At Stop Sign
Three petitions allege Ben en Wap drove a Packard along a gravel road two miles west and a mile south of Deren in the afternoon. June and I approached from the east when the incident occurred as the Packard allegedly ran a stop sign and crashed.
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Ford
Benen Wap
Packard
Deren
June & i
Lawsuits arise from car crash damages and divorce filing
The report outlines claims for auto collision damages including 470 for damage to an 'ent' deluxe model and listed medical costs. It notes injuries such as broken ribs and a neck laceration, with plaintiffs represented by Clem and Miller and Kelly and Spies for the Nmign party. A divorce grant to Dune Brand is mentioned, with Havarey presiding.
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Bensen
Clem and
Miller
Siouws City
Paintiffs
Kelly
Spies
Naign
Sue ‘Louis
Noteworth
Schmidt
Henriskson
Judse Havarey
Dune
Brand
Dtathventropy
Elitin Brand
Hmmelsburg
Cornwall
Wales
Cornwall of Spencer Charged With Cruel Treatment
A defendant named Cornwall of Spencer faces charges alleging cruel and unusual treatment. Legal proceedings describe the alleged misconduct and the court’s course of action in addressing the case.
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Cornwall of
Spencer
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