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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1939
Page
4
In a tense session county supervisors approve a compact on teen printer work sharing. The agreement outlines oversight and schedules amid ongoing disputes over local industry practices.
A partially legible passage describes a county plan to renew a six month agreement. It notes similarity to arrangements in other counties and mentions potential improvements in print quality and timeliness, with expectations of better staffing and service.
Jensen and Miss Clarice Jensen, both of Greentinger, wed last week in a ceremony led by Rev. Bottersson. Bride wore a crepe rose dress. she is a Greentinger High School graduate class of 1987 and will work at Power Beery in Greentinger. Groom, Ruthven College alumnus, recently opened a shop in Greentinger and runs a thriving business with local friends in attendance.
Three and a half year old Bammord Indiana resident Baryes Sprout visited here this week, greeting friends and sharing a friendly hello with locals during the first of the week.
Ross Nelson of Rumver and G C Ras of Nevada wed Sunday evening June 4 in Ruthven Adventist Church. Elder Joelson Simon presided. Attendants Mrs Walter Dan of Nevada and Bernie Nelson of Rathven. Bride wore powder blue silk dress with white accessories. bouquet pink insebuds and white carnations. Reception at bride’s parents home. The couple plans Nevada home. bride a Ruthven high school graduate and Iowa State Teachers College alumna. Groom son of Mr and Mrs L Ross of Sikam Springs Arkansas and a photographer who opened a studio in Nevada in March.
Koswth county voters go to the polls Monday to approve a $50,000 proposition to build a new county home after a previous structure burned months ago. Supervisors and county officials support the measure, saying it will pay for itself in a few years through savings.
The ME Church invites fathers to a Sunday morning service on June 18 at seven led by Pastor Edward Pruitt to reflect on biblical responsibilities of Christian fathers and consider their role in the home and community.
Dorothy Cox of Pocahontas became the bride of Air. Chris Searcy of Mallard in a Thursday morning ceremony at the Lutheran Parsonage Pocahontas. Immediate family attended. They plan to reside near Plover after visiting Osborn and Lawson Missouri with relatives.
August R Ruehle born December 7 1876 in Milwaukee Wisconsin died at his home in this city on Thursday June S His funeral was held Saturday at 2 pm at the Foy Power Home with Rev Edward Pruitt officiating Burial was in Evergreen cemetery E S Ellis was a pallbearer and other details listed in the obituary.
The obituary recalls Ruehle, a longtime Emmetsburg resident, born near Emmetsburg and educated in rural schools. He joined the National Guard in 1901 and served until 1809, belonged to Knights of Pythias Lodge No. 252, worked as a clerk in Gowans General Store, later with Perry business, then Bauck Construction Company for sixteen years. He leaves two brothers Charles and Fred Ruehle and is survived by his mother, father, and three sisters.
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Church of Frankfort Indiana spent two weeks in the city visiting his parents Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Church. They returned home Tuesday and were met in Chicago by Mr. Church's father Melvin Church who planned a week visit with relatives including Carl Church and family and the Zimmerman family.
Troop No 6 of the Junior Catholic Daughters of America will hold a bake sale at Simmons Grocery on Saturday June 17. Proceeds support their charitable activities and community projects.
Neighbors brought 4 tractors and teams to plow most of the corn on H.W. Heller’s farm west of Emmetsburg last Friday. Heller, in poor health after a recent Kansas City medical visit, cannot care for his farm. He asks the Democrat to thank friends who assisted.
Mr and Mrs R F McNally traveled to Spencer on Sunday for a brief visit with Mrs McNallys sister and her husband Mr and Mrs FP EL Kirby in Spencer.
Mr and Mrs Clifis Ethroeder of this city and Mr and Mrs Zion Stratemeyer of Carroll are vacationing in Walker Minnesota for a few days this week. Mr and Mrs Edward D Kelly and family of Emmetsburg are spending a week at their cottage at Lake Okoboji.
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