Big Celebration At Algona Fourth Section Features Fireworks
Seven part feature describes a grand Algona Fourth celebration with 15 entertainers, fireworks, a new diamond wall mural, horse racing, the Marvel Trio novelty act, band concerts, and Meladin Shows on Nidwar. Also mentions European Olympia Circus star Gear Babeek performing bicycle and stunt routines, with past injuries but successful return.
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Marvel
Babeek
Chicago
Ibma Ward
Roses Brought Here by Late A Weibel 48 Years Ago
An obituary note recalls roses brought by the late A Weibel to his Arkiey home nearly a century ago. The plants were placed on the premises then occupied by Mrs. Jes Galliger. Neighbors recall their beauty and their time in local history.
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A. Weibel
Weibel
Arkiey
Jes. Galliger
Burns
Reckless Drivers on Highways Penalties Urged
Mason City authorities press for penalties on dangerous drivers amid calls to curb reckless behavior on streets and highways. Community voices urge stronger enforcement due to rising hazards and safety concerns across counties and the state.
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Mason
Reckless driving case erupts at city inquiry
A garbled report describes a reckless driving incident near Evergreen Street involving two cars and a funeral procession. An unnamed driver faces questions before city officials regarding charges and payment of a fee. The fragment hints at a court or police inquiry into the accident and the parties involved.
Fragmented Note on Medical Procedure and Injury
A garbled entry describes a rib removal and a recent operation. Mentions injuries from two years ago and a town or farm setting with oil industry references. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Shadeoglt and Middletown Save an Old Carve in Alto County
In a terse local note, Shadeoglt and Middletown report saving a ceremonial landmark carvé in Alto County. The brief item highlights community effort and the stabilization of a historic feature amid ongoing county concerns.
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Fasc Alto County
Mother of 14 Passes in Fairfield Township
The obituary notes the death of a 14 year old mother in Fairfield Township. An account appeared last week. this image was received too late to accompany the obituary.
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Fairfield Township
Chicago Bandits Kill District Officer and Robbery Gone Wrong
Patrolman Edward M. O'Donnell of Des Plaines Street Station was fatally wounded by two bandits who robbed a bank patroness, Lillian Rice, and tried to escape. The gunmen, Mike Trotta and Nick Florida, were captured after a pursuit. Rogers aided but O'Donnell died despite blood transfusions from his brothers.
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Dares Shanahan
As Sumption Church
Edward M. O'Donnell
Des Pisines Street
Chicago
Lillian Rice
O'Donnel
Mid- City Trust & Savings Bank
Madison
Halsted Streets
Cdannell
Rogers
Mike Trotte
Nick Florida
Detective Bureau
Pierids
Trotta
O'Donnell
Arthur
Kibbie and Downs Recall Four Day Hawkers Bridge Fest
Joe Kibbie and George Downs returned from Lansing after a four day Black Hawk bridge opening. They traveled from Emmetsburg via Byker and Decorah, meeting old timers, WisconsIn attendees, and locals in Lansing. Mayo Bros and Gov Olson attended. a bet on a dive into the Mississippi failed.
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Joe Kibbie
George Downs
Lansing
Blackhawk
Emmetsbure Esks
Decorah
Waukon
Downs
Kibbie
New Albia
Mr. Kibbie
John Dunlevy
Dunlevy
Clayton County
Wisconsin
Carlisle
Pennsylvania
Mississippi
Melvin Hand
James Flood
Emmetsburg
Vincent Fitzpatrick
Chas. Duhigs, Jr
Kibble
Father Haximer
Allamakeé County
de Soto
la Crosse
Allamakee County
Cousin’s funeral follows Chicago visit, wartime flyer noted
Joe Trotten served in World War I with British forces and American artillery. After the war he pursued aviation and entered the Spokane to Los Angeles national races three years ago. Father Shanahan, who was in Chicago briefly, could not attend the cousin’s funeral.
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Cing
Joe Trotten
Shanahan
Chicago
Frank and Mrs Eaton of Denver in Emmetsburg Visit
Frank and Mrs Eaton of Denver and Mr and Mrs Betot of Denver with Jack Galleger visited Emmetsburg at the end of the week. They report business fair yet not thriving and a bread line still visible in Denver. Their son Francis was working steadily until recently and hopes to find work soon. They planned to return home via the Black Hills but changed plans.
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Frank Betot
Denever
Comieds
Artivat
Emmetsburg
Jack Galleger
Cater Rapids
Eaton
Denver
No More Stunts for Johnny Livingston
Waterloo report states John Livingston, ace stunt flier and president of Midwest Airways, will abandon all stunt flying. He says the public is tired of thrills, and the hazard harms both planes and pilots, denying the crash influence on his decision.
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Waterloo
John Livingston
Iowa
Livingston
Midwest Airways
Holman
Omaha
All Around Fellow Fails in Palo Alto Lumber Yard Case
A traveling merchant sold goods to a Palo Alto general store owner, which were not as represented and returned. The wholesale house drew a sight draft on the merchant through a local bank that refused payment. The postmaster declined to intervene with legal help, revealing that the merchant, bank president, postmaster, and the sought lawyer were all the same person in a sharp local confrontation.
Southern and Eastern Tourists In Lincoln Funeral Remarks
In Emmetsburg, Mrs. P. E. Neer recalls Lincoln era as Ed Kane reports southern visitors differ in manners and spending. They note eastern tourists bargain and drink water, southerners tip drivers and pay for meals, with Colorado Springs trips and property dealings mentioned. Free vaudeville at Interlaken Park and a July 4 celebration are advertised. Two head of cattle are offered for return in Emmetsburg township.
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P. E. Neer
Lincoln Funeral South
Ed Kane
Colorado Springs
Towa
Nebraska
Tews
Kane
Iowa
Democrat
Interlaken Park
Lavine
Mac
Crop prospects noted by visitor from Emmet county
Roy Weir of this city toured Emmet county and admired the north county crops, hoping for a wonderful harvest. John Kunesh has resigned as a florist with the Emmetsburg Floral Company to vacation with relatives in northern Michigan. He is described as a very capable man. Mr. 6 Hiehh of him is Richly of him.
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Roy Weir
Emmet County
John Kunesh
Emmetsburg Floral Company
Michigan
Hiehh
Kipfer Sues Towa Public Service Over Fatal Electrocution
In Fort Dodge federal court Kipfer seeks damages from Towa Public Service for the 28 year old Mrs Kipfer who died after stepping on a live wire near her farm home four miles west of Gilmore City on Primary Road 10. The claim seeks $3,000 yearly for 37 years of life expectancy, $15,000 punitive damages and funeral expenses. Attorneys Price & Hornquist for the utility and Thomas & Loth with F E B Van Alstine for the Kipfer estate led the case. the suit has drawn notable attention.
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Solomon Kipfer
Towa Public Service Company
U. S
Fort Dodge
Kipfer
Gilmore City
Price & Hornquist
Ight and Power Company
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Kossuth
Evergeen
Third Auto
Wen & Saigme
Ting Hotels
AMD
Daaxe
Ent A
Joseph Kliegl
Kibbie and Downs
Lansing Bridge
Wirt
Frank
Mrs. Eaton
Johnny Livingston
Palo Alto
Shadbolt & Middleton
Springfield
Abraham Lincoln
Hoover
Groun
Town
Lincoln
Emmetsburg Township
A. J. Wil
Iams
Towa Public Service Co
Exposition Park
Auspices
American Legion
Fort Dodge Post
FT. Dodge American Legion Drum Corp
Dodge Legion Auxiliary
Karl Kings
Fort Dodge Band
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