Al Adams dispute winds through Humboldt court
Humboldt June report covers A. Minion's lawsuit to prevent listing of the Independent Printing Company as part of Al Adams estate. Minion, longtime employee, cites oral promises from Mr and Mrs Adams of eventual ownership. Fort Dodge attorneys represent heirs and administrators. Also in Iowa news Algona plans a $75,000 hotel after $60,000 subscribed. LeMars population up to 6,056. train of threshing machines passes through Sibley. Laurens man facing British service obligation.
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al Adams
Humboldt
Fort Dodge
Algona
School Superintendents in Chautauqua Work
PAULLINA June 7 Superintendent Bagby Hartley Bangs Paullina Richards Primghar and Professor Bates Sheldon plan Chautauqua Work vacations. Principal Henderson Hartley left for the Pacific coast three weeks ago to act there. O'Connor's Brother Killed Fort Dodge June 7 Dr Maurice J O'Connor Williams died of hemorrhages after an auto crash at Williams Sunday. Frank O'Connor Hampton US district attorney is a brother.
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Paullina
Bagby
Hartley
Bangs
O'Connor
Fort Dodge
Maurice J. O'Connor
Williams
Webster City Hospital
Frank O'Connor
Hampton
United States
Consolidated schools lead Iowa as bond sales top $200000
Storm Lake reports Buena Vista county as the top banner for consolidated schools with bonds totaling nearly $200,000 sold in the last fifteen months for new buildings. Marathon notes a home burned near Ray Reubel. Mrs Reubel travels to Leverett for a visit. Iowa Falls reports a downtown laundry gutted by fire early yesterday, with loss of building and stock.
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Storm Lake
Buena Vista County
Marathon
Ray Reubel
Town Falls
Iowa Falls
Town Palls
Baccalaureate Exercises At The Iowa Emmetsburg
Rev J E Brereton delivered a thoughtful sermon to Emmetsburg high school class in the spacious opera house. He urged loyalty to ideals and perseverance as graduates face real world responsibilities. Vocal and other exercises were creditable and the attendance was large.
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Emmetsburg
Iowa
J. E. Brereton
Congregational Church
Will Have a Beautiful Home by H. Wilson
H. Wilson, cashier of Emmetsburg National Bank, is constructing a fine bungalow in the Hartshorn block. The design and interior finish promise strict up-to-date comfort with tastily arranged rooms and unique features that will delight admirers of cozy homes.
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H. Wilson
Emmetsburg National Bank
Hartshorn
Wilson
Daughters of Isabella Elect State Officers at Mason City
At the Daughters of Isabella state convention in Mason City last Wednesday the officers chosen include Mrs. Anna Dixon Rock Valley as state regent Mrs. Maude O Keefe Waterloo as state secretary Mrs. Anna Donahue Sheldon as state treasurer Miss Jane Keily Emmetsburg as state advocate and Miss Monahan Stuart as state monitor. Miss O Donnell Sheldon organized the D I as Town was elected delegate to the national convention in New York City Town City chosen as site for the 1917 convention.
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Jennie Kelly
Mason City
Daughters of Isabella
Anna Dixon
Rock Valley
Maude O'Keefe
Waterloo
Anna Donahue
Sheldon
Jane Keily
Emmetsburg
Monahan
Stuart
O'Donnell
Isabella
New York City
Town City
Death of Joseph McNally in Ayrshire Area
Joseph McNally son of John Mc Nally died at his home near Ayrshire Sunday morning after a short illness. The funeral was held at Ayrshire yesterday. He was a married man with a small family and regarded as a clean upright gentleman. Full particulars are unavailable. Family and relatives receive sincere sympathy.
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Joseph McNally
John McNally
Alyrshire
Ayrshire
Huskamp Returns Home After Memorial Services
HH. J. Huskamp arrived home from Town Falls last Monday morning to attend Memorial services where martial music was rendered and he took the part of drummer.
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Huskamp
HH. J. Huskamp
Town Falls
Fenion
Spencer Sheriff’s House Diet Strain Ends in Threat of Starving
J. R. Harrison, held at Spencer sheriff’s house, has not eaten or drunk anything for eleven days. He refuses nourishment and likely intends to starve himself. Despite good health at present, he is weakening as his appetite is expected to return gradually.
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J. R. Harrison
Spencer
Fire Blaze Suspect In Emmetsburg Struck by Stranger
A fire at Peter O Briens flour house seeemed to be started by a mentally troubled stranger, Charles Ryan. Sheriff Cullen detained him after he acted oddly. he later escaped from an Illinois asylum but admitted involvement. A kerosene bottle and missing lamp oil linked to the blaze alongside prior fires in the area.
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Emmetshburge
Lnsane
Peter O'Brien
Chas
Ryan
Sheriff Cullen
Mr. Cullen
Marsha Brennan
Ilinois
St. James
Dulois
Watertown
McMahon
Mr. Stanton
Ruthven
Emmetsburg
Simonsen and Gibson Host Elegant Seven O Clock Dinner
Misses Simonsen and Gibson entertained twenty friends at the home of air and Mrs. Nels Simonsen with a seven o'clock dinner. Menu included fruit cocktail, bouillon, roast chicken, vegetables, potatoes, rolls, celery, olives, radishes, coffee, lobster salad, wafers, cake, ice cream. Rooms decorated in pink and white. guests reported a delightful evening.
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Air
Nels Simonsen
Simonsen
Gibson
Spencer Spirit Lake Trains Extended This Weekend
The Des Moines division trains Nos. 33 and 36 will be extended to Spirit Lake Saturday June 12. No. 33 will depart Spencer around 9 40 p m and reach Spirit Lake about 10 30 p m No 36 will depart Spirit Lake around 12 15 p m and arrive in Spencer at 1 00 p m New Sunday only trains Nos 241 232 will start service about June 13 No 241 will depart Spencer around 7 00 a m with connections from I D No 4 will reach Spirit Lake about 7 30 a m No 242 will depart Spirit Lake about 3 36 p m on connecting with I D No 3
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Spencer-Spirit Lake
Spencer News
Bes Moines
Spirit Lake
Spencer
Entertainment in Odd Fellows hall for Mrs Morris before move
The Daughters of Rebecca hosted an evening of entertainment in the Odd Fellows hall to honor Mrs Frank Morris as she leaves for Osage Iowa. A musical program delighted guests and refreshments followed. Mrs Morris received a cut glass bowl as a keepsake from her many friends in the city.
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Frank Morris
Daughters of
Rebecca
Odd Fellows Hall
Osage
Iowa
Morris
Dr Bondy Roughly Treated by Robbers on Train
Br F D Boods once of West Bend was forcibly thrown from a train near Olathe Kansas while en route to the Pacific coast. Attacked by several men seeking his money he was hospitalized for some time and is now practicing at Etdara.
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Bondy
F. D. Boods
West Bend
Olathe
Kansas
Pacific Coast
Etdara
Opposition to Rural Route Changes Nationwide
Widespread resistance emerges across the United States as rural mail route alterations are proposed. Local dealers in multiple cities warn that the changes will cause significant harm to their businesses and disrupt customer service.
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United States
Sanitary Ordinance Rules Published in Democrat
An important ordinance prescribing sanitary rules appears in this issue of the Democrat. Citizens should read it and learn to observe it.
Married at Mallard Today Louis Schumacher Hazel Draman wed
In Mallard at Father Neppel’s residence today, Louis A Schumacher and Hazel Margaret Draman united in marriage. Hazel Draman, daughter of Geo and Mrs Draman, is esteemed locally. Louis Schumacher, son of Nicholas and Mrs Schumacher, is a thrifty farmer. Postnuptial plans include a farm near Mallard, with many local well wishers offering congratulations.
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Mallard
Louis A. Schumacher
Hazel Margaret Draman
Father Neppel
Geo. Draman
Nicholas Schumacher
Afr
Schumacher
Democrat
Late Mr Muir Was Longtime Palo County Resident
Wm Muir of Minneapolis died Sunday May 30 after a cancer battle. His death prompted burial in St Johns cemetery Emmetsburg with funeral Mass at St Thomas Church. Born January 29 1849 in Perth Scotland he married Mary Lammery on January 29 1889. Survived by wife and three sons Alfred George and William Andrew. one son died in infancy. The family lived in California and Emmetsburg before settling in Mason City and Minneapolis. The Emmetsburg community mourns his loss with condolences to Mrs Muir and her sons.
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Palo Aafeo County
Wm. Muir
Minneapolis
Michael Hester
St. Thomas Church
M. McNerney
Mary Lammery
Geo. Lammerry
Mir
Alfred George
William Andrew
Scotland
Muir
Ars. Muir
California
Ermmersburg
Mason City
Emmetsburg
Taany Focal
Barn Blown Down on Gordon Farm Near Depew
Carl Gordon reported his barn near Depew blew down during Saturday evening’s storm. His horses were inside but unharmed. No other nearby structures were damaged. Insurance status unclear.
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Carl Gordon
Tod
Independence Township
Carl Gordon Place
Hear Depew
Gordon
Hailstorm Spreads Through Emmetsburg Area Saturday Evening
A hail event hit the northern Emmetsburg township areas including South Walnut and near Graettinger on Saturday evening. Large hail persisted until Sunday morning, breaking several window panes and causing light crop damage as a heavy rain followed.
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Emmetsburg Township
Walnut
Graettinger
Potatoes and Poultry Market Report Summary
Market report notes price range from 60 to 6.75 for potatoes and lists old hens roosters and ducks in the market, indicating fluctuating poultry and produce activity.
Careful Addressing Reduces Mail Loss Says Chicago Test
A Chicago office test found forty four percent of first class mail mishandled due to unclear or poorly written addresses. Senders bear responsibility for much mail loss and should write clearly and take time to ensure proper delivery.
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Chicago
Bryan Resigns as Secretary of State Over Germany Policy
William Jennings Bryan resigns from the post of Secretary of State citing disagreement with President Wil son’s approach to Germany. He opposes the current administration’s policy and steps down from office.
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W. J. Bryan
Wilson
Germany
Odd Fellows Gathering Led by Grand Master Mak J Randall
The Odd Fellows met in the city on Wednesday drawing about 140 delegates. Rev AM OG Rambo of West Bend gave the invocation, Supt. von Krog delivered a welcome, Colonel BD Smith of Ayrshire spoke, and Grand Master Mac J Randall gave an address on the order’s aims and achievements. Degrees were exemplified in the afternoon as the event concluded successfully.
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Mae J. Randal
Odd Fellows
AM. OG. Rambo
West Bend
von Krog
B.D. Smith
Ayrshire
Mac J. Randall
Marriage Sunday United Busc and Fredericksen Couple
Mr Wm Busc of Omaha and Miss Maude C Fredericksen of This Place were married Sunday at three o clock in the Methodist parsonage with Rev Herbert Clege officiating. The bride wore light blue taffeta silk and the couple departed for Omaha to visit friends before traveling to Lennox Dakota to stay with Mr Buschs parents.
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Wm. Busc
Omaha
Maude C. Fredericksen
Maua C. Fredericksen
Lennox
Louis Dakota
Busch
Wedding Blessing for Mr and Mrs Busch in Tyndall
The couple’s friends in Tyndall South Dakota celebrate a recent marriage linking a local bride, praised for refinement, with a well regarded groom. The Democrat extends wishes for health and happiness in their new home.
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Tyndal
South Dakota
Tyndall
Democrat
Busch
Get Rid of Your Rheumatism Now
Public notices announce cures and services while local business touts dry cleaning and tailoring. A veterinary physician offers around the clockCalls and services. a city council hearing on road vacation and dog tax enforcement dated June 1915. The Pocahontas Ciautaugua prospectus hints at a fishing excursion July 12 to 19.
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Chamberlain
Eimrmetsbore
Seventh Street
Call
Tor. Rutledge
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Flymouth
le Mars
Sibley
Minn
Laurens
J. Sweet
England
Chautauqua
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Havelock
J. J. Tumbleson
Lake View
Nellie Cord
Danburg
Morningside College
Boone County
Boone, Ta
Donald Carlson
Stratford
Eleanor Moore Hospital
Hartley O Mave
Arthur A. Dodson & Co
Lincoln
Neb
Armory
MR. Muir
Market Report
SEC
Bryan
Vaughan
UW. Putter
TD. Y. AL
Court House Square
Pocahontas Ciautaugua
Berish
Kaus Lowa
Freeman & Young
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