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Newspaper

Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1926

Page

2

Mrs C Baldwin Funeral Thursday in Rowheteh area

Obituary notice for Mrs. C Baldwin detailing death at daughter Mire’s home, pallbearers listed, and local church rites. It records her birth around 1848, marriage to Michael Cahaly then to Cornelius Baldwin, six children with two predeceased, and spans locations from North Dakota to Washington and California.

Baldwin John Cahill Rowheteh G. Wes Sue Mahroney J. J. Callaghas Charles Nolan Georee Bowold Nears Catherine Mut Wales Perasricapia North Takoya Mizmeeota Michael Caley Dara Irs Tom Rasch Dale Amd James Glaffer Albuerenque New Mexico John Clatter Hardy Sasketchewsa Joe Clatter Seattle Washington Tauer Ss Preacisco Philip Les Anceles Herbert

Tix Magical Foot Relief Ad Claims Quick Comfort

An old advertisement touts Tix magical foot relief promising immediate comfort for tired feet. It claims the product ends pain, swelling, and soreness, with a bar available at drugstores and department stores for a few cents.

Mrs Bee Dies. Mourned by Family and Friends in Community

Washington area obituary notes the death of Mrs Bee, described as a valued member of society. Survived by daughter Mrs C K Parker of Internation, son-in-law Mr Jeda Cahill, husband Bodden, and other relatives. The notice mentions her work to aid the needy and comforts of neighbors, with mourners and friends expressing sympathy.

Mre C.K Parker Internation Pathe Mineveen Nra Jeda Cahill Bodden California Jeughierx Marr Baldwin Aipd & Belpftal Bee

NELS OSTREM OF RUTHVEN DEAD

Ruthven resident Nels Osterson died May 20 at his son George’s home after forty years in the area. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Lutheran church with Rev L C Wigdaht officiating. Pallbearers were Joseph Ans, Albert Her, P Junker, George Po Nelson. Born in Sweden, he was 66 years old. Survived by two sons and one daughter.

Mites Threaten Shrubs And Foundations Residential Notice

Homeowners report Pisani feeding mites damaging shrub and flower beds around the dwelling. Mites invade spray from the foundation and extend two to three feet from the house. A two percent miscible oil solution is noted as most effective, with guidance on mixing and product quality.

Rising Track Work At Rock Island Yards In Past Week

Emmetsburg and Osgood sections report rail track raising in the Rock Island yards during the past week. Crews install new crossings and cement near rails. Street Commissioner Burns and Bmith oversee work. Track elevation benefits motorists. Four company workers paint bridges and perform other tasks.

Emmetsburg Osgood Rock Island Burns and Bmith Benific

Waiting for Milwaukee timetable changes to take effect

Uncertainty remains about proposed Milwaukee timetable changes. Conductors and brakemen expect changes, with a new time card anticipated around June 20. Only two trains will run each way, with faster morning and evening service and fewer stops at smaller places.

Milwaukee

Wool Prices Seen Rising Despite Limited Supply

Roy W. Sutder, wool specialist at Iowa State College, says the national wool supply is tight and mills are understocked. He notes propaganda of falling prices has circulated but believes such talk is unfounded and that prices will improve as demand remains steady.

Roy W. Sutder Iowa State College Surder

Married Sunday in Ayrsbir area in M E church

The report notes a Sunday marriage of Mr Irvin P Anderson of Ayrsbir to Bernice Stephan ee Batt in this city with Marion L. Sunderlie officiating. They were accompanied by Mr and Mrs Circle Hawks. Nearby residents and a small crowd attended as well as friends and relatives.

Irvin P. Anderson Ayrsbir Bernice Stephanee Batt M. E Marion L. Sunderlie Dy Miro Clrcle Hawks Moguie Bill Ayre

Red Cross Nurse reports school health work and plans

Ella M. Van Horn RN reports 831 school visits and 72 dollars in tolls? 22 pupils inspected, extensive dental and medical exams completed across most schools. Several rural closures, follow up planned, admissions to sanitarium, and efforts to place handicapped children in special schools. Summer focus on health education, 4-H, Camp Fire, Girl Scouts, and universal school child examinations with anti-toxin program offered.

Claus West Bend Gakdsle Evans State Board of Education State Health Department Ella BM van Horn, R, N

Iowa Corn and Oat Yields Set New Records in 1995

Figures show Iowa corn acreage exceeded estimates by 104.317 acres in 1925, with the 1995 harvest a new record of total yield. The 1925 crop rose 61 percent from 1994, while 1992 produced 465,915,000 bushels. Eighty-six percent of corn was harvested by shucking or snapping. silage, fodder, and hogging finished the mix. Iowa oats yielded 245,647,413 bushels, surpassing the 1918 level of 229,233,000.

Weather and Crop Service Iowa Department of Agriculture Iowa

Visitors Seek Northern Iowa Star Monk Jengvold

On Monday evening W E Lucas and O M Solem Drake University head athletic coach met northern Iowa football standout Monk Jengvold who has another year of high school eligibility Allan Gowans will coach Des Moines University next season Gowans may receive special training possibly at Wilneis University during the summer months

W. E. Lucas O. M. Solem Drake University Monk” Jengvold Northern Iowa Allan Gowan Gowans Deg Moines University Gowens Wilneis University

Mall Cab for Esthersile The KOC

lytye will sponsor a base 'wh from thie summer and expret to have their Mrel hame rate time dur fre the first part a June. Farther cetaile regarding Unia will appear la ter. Deere!

Lytye Unia Deere

Rumor Of Frank Towner’s Boat Visit To Spirit Lake

Rumors suggest Frank Towner plans to bring a large Parpenger motor boat suited for big water to Spirit Lake IA. The note hopes he decides to attend, as more wholesome attractions would benefit the city.

Brion Us Weeter Frank Towner Spirit Lake Ia

Forty-Fifth Wedding Anniversary Celebrated at Crete

Ruthven hi Inne and Mr and Mrs DeGroff were surprised by their children and a few friends on Tuesday of last week to mark forty five years of marriage. Daughters Mrs Foster Reed and Mrs Orte Olson planned a Crete occasion with a tavern or tavernlike fair followed by a generous dinner. Guests enjoyed social merriment and a memorable celebration.

Ruthven Inne

Attending Summer Schools From Our County

County residents are listed as attending summer schools across multiple states and universities. Names include Bernice Hashes Isle Ware Corrine Jackman Edna Gustafsson Agnes Primasing Augusta Buttemore Mildred Spencer Naomi Rucker Viola Broadwell Marguerite Logan Eva Cook Thelma Keeney Mildred Zeurcher Wanetta Martin Geneva Steffen Hartman Geo White J Oscar Johnson Janet McEwen Marion Brennan Aileen McCabe Elizabeth Mahan Elmer Murphy and Miss Janet McEwen previously taught locally. The Iowa State Teachers College offers a 2 12 weeks term at Emmetshuis noted.

Town State Teaceers' College Cedar Falls Bernice Hashes Isle Ware Corrine Jackman Emmetsburg Edna Gustafsson Curlew Agnes Primasing Augusta Buttemore Mildred Spencer Naomi Rucker West Bend Viola Broadwell Marguerite Logan Ruthven Storm Lake Eva Cook Laurens Thelma Keeney Mildred Zeurcher Mallard Iowa City Bertha Rubel Emmetshuis Minnesota University Wanetta Martin Geneva Steffen Hartman Cylinder Geo. White Graettinger Chicago University

Swastika Club of Freedom Meets for Milk Education

The Swastika club of Freedom township met at Mrs. C. J. Lawrence's home on Thursday June 21. The program focused on Mik and Milk Products with Mrs. Combes outlining reasons for more milk its uses and proper care. Pamphlets with milk recipes were shared. Members are using the tips, and the next lesson on eggs meat and fish will be hosted at Mrs. H. Larson's home on July 1.

Freedom Township C. J. Lawrence H. Larson

Bishop Heelan Donates to Rebuild Mallard School

Bishop Heelan has given 1000 and Father Neppel 300 toward rebuilding the Catholic schoolhouse burned at Mallard two to three weeks ago. The total, plus insurance and parish subscriptions, aims to fund the new structure and cover costs.

Mallard Heelan Father Neppel

4 H Club Box Social June 25 at Independence Center

The 45H clubs of Independence OWLS present a box social Friday evening June 25 at the Center school house in Independence township two miles north and two miles east of Dee pew. A play titled The Farm Bureau Wins and intermission entertainment follow. Bring boxes and a pocketbook of money. club chairman announces details.

Independence Owls Center Independence Township Deepew

Whittemore eighth grader wins national essay honor

Gerald Cullen of Whittemore earned honorable mention in a national essay contest sponsored by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians of America. The essay title was Ireland's Share in America's Fight for Independence.

Erald Cullen Whittemore Gerald “P. Cullen Presentation Acdemy Ladies' Auxiliary Anlent Order of Hibernians of America Ireland America

Was Shoemaker For Seventy Years Ruthven Jadine

The funeral of Ole G. Baker was held Wednesday at 1:80 at the M FE church with Rev. Schaat officiating. Burial followed in Crown Hill. Born in Norway in 1846, Baker came to the county in 1878 and worked as a shoemaker for nearly seventy years. Mrs. Baker died seventeen years earlier. they had eleven children, four surviving.

Baker

West Bend Trims Titonka In Dusty Tilt

West Bend Iowa defeated Titonka 12 to 8 on the local diamond as Schupter pitched for West Bend and Gibson for Titonka. Dusting conditions caused many hits and errors. West Bend plans to host Gilmore City on June 13. Farmers in Clay County poisoned to kill small mammals, drawing scrutiny as the act may violate law. a jury would likely dismiss charges.

West Bend Titonka Schupter Gibson Gilmore City Locul RG. Wilson Iowa Clay County

Chicken theft lands farmer in state penitentiary

Anton Wendt of near Alpha was sentenced by Judge Haycraft in Jackson to up to five years for stealing 17 chickens from neighbor John Shover and selling them in Sherburn. Sentinel reports crude oil hog treatment and social notes on new potatoes and a 50th anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. John Rowe of Stockton.

Stillwater Anton Wendt Alpha State Haycraft Jackson Wendt John Shover Sherburn Sentinel

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Mrs. C. Baldwin Faneral Thureday Jokn Cahill Wake Kerwick’s Mfe NELS Was SR Nathesi Sweden Bamare Aid Gene Bannen Thurriy Fortune Allen Farms C.F. Leomard Gem of Fanmerseyre Red Cross Ber Jens Drake Alan Gowans Mrs. de Groff Rethver Swastica Club OF Freedom J. Lawrence Bishop Heelan Father Nepyes Maillard Alinta Oo Hanan Watt Ole G. Baker Rethven To & Schupter Fairmont L. Eaton Hen E. M. Hughes John Rowe Stockton F Incs Ilinois Towa Mira National ‘ Travelers? Association Des Moines C.H. McNulty Agt Emmetsborg E. E. Ballheim Mason City Waverly Hotel Eld Ginaser Arlo Phoenix Hose Hammes & Sons Emmetsbowa Telephone Company Wunderhose T. Y. Larson
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