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Five Geerling brothers jailed for bootlegging in Sigourney
Sheriff Shaver and deputies arrested nine men on bootlegging charges, eight in custody after a moonshine operation was found at the Geerling property. Forty gallons of corn whiskey, a still, mash and jars were displayed in the sheriff's office as six men including five Geerling brothers and hired man Frank Myer were brought in. The Geerlings and two others faced arraignment with bonds set at one dollar each and a preliminary hearing scheduled for August 5. Henry Geerling posted bond. Clinton Helm and Fred and Jim Glandon were also jailed nearby with Helm posting bond.
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