Lindsey Wins Graettinger Mayor in Democratic Landslide
Lindsey L J Lindsey defeated D W Cameron to become mayor by 62 votes as 877 ballots, 96 percent of the city’s voting strength, were cast. V J Kelly won treasurer and S B Sandvig assessor. councilmen elected included Wm Penn M Weinholzer John Swift P J McCarty J P Jensen with several incumbents re-elected. The new officials assume duties at the April 3 meeting.
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Graettinner
Pelle
Dr. L. J. Lindsey
D. W. Cameron
V. J. Kelly
G. Sandvig
Aml Wim. Pon
M. Weinholzer
John Swift
J. McCarty
L. le Mindsey
Ccea Vec Sane
Kelly Sclveerscevetreey
M. Sandvig
S. B. Sandvig
E. E. Green
Penn
Bob M. Weinholzer
P. J. McCarty
J. P. Jensen
John Wikert
ATA
Paulsen
Ieee
Ld FT
Py Conway
Avery Favorite Graettinger Candidate for State Senator
A I Avery Favorite Graettinger candidate AL H Avery former Spencer superintendent is a popular state senate contender in this territory. He is well known with many friends who will support him in the primaries. He would be a credit to the district. James W Fay for County Attorney. Fay of Mimimetsbure is republican for Palo Alto county attorney with strong local backing and a recent gathering in the city boosting his candidacy.
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AL H Avery
Spencer Schogla
Avery
James W. Fay
Mimimetsbure
Palo Alto
Ray
Knutsen Visits Grachtinger for Weekend Trade
J. W. Knutsen of the Fallow neighborhood was a business caller to Grachtinger Saturday. He left his machine at home and mule the trip on a horse bit. Miss Vera Christopher was lone from Halfu over Sunday.
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J. W. Knutsen
Fallow
Vera Christopher
Halfu
Good Roads Talk At Woodman Hall Friday Evening
Friday evening meeting will be held at Woodman hall to discuss the proposed bond issue voted next Tuesday. Speakers from Emmetsburg will give brief talks and answer questions about the road program in Palo Alto county. Attend if interested to learn more about local roads.
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Woodman Hall
Emmetsburg
Palo Alto
Blizzard Lodges Across Minnesota and Midwest States
A heavy sleet storm and blizzard hit Graettinger and central Minnesota Saturday, snarling traffic as northwest winds whipped through. Trains ran with interruptions while homes kept warm by furnaces. The storm extended to eastern Minnesota and neighboring states, leaving drifts and widespread travel disruption.
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Graettinger
Evidey
The
Beautiful
Mercury
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Manlay
Graettinger Displays Flags With Uniform Outfit Installations
Last week the American Legion shows distributed flaps among Graettinger business houses. Each outfit includes a pole and a large flag to be placed in drilled holes along sidewalks for Old Glory display on festive occasions, creating a uniform, noticeable appearance.
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Tlogies
Graettinger
Saunders Seeks Re election for State Representative
W G Saunders of Emmetsburg carries a political card in the Times announcing his candidacy for re election as state representative on the Republican ticket. He is described as a capable man with a splendid record at Des Moines.
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W. Ti. G. Saunders
Emametsburg
Times
Mr. Saunders
Dex Moines
Market Day Sale Postponed to April 5 in Grachtin
The market day sale scheduled for March 29th has been postponed to April 5th due to last Saturday’s blizzard. The event at the site next Saturday is expected to be one of the largest in Grachtin in years. A street deal of livestock and machinery has been lifted with the auctioneers.
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Grachtin Fer
Federal Aid For Permanent Roads Writes Highway Officer
Iowa officials explain federal aid for permanent primary road and bridge construction. Funds come from a state primary road system apportioned by county area. Palo Alto County to receive its full share. After full primary construction, funds may support secondary roads. Reply from Iowa State Highway Commission.
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Iowa State Highway Commission
Ames
Iowa
J. W. Conway
Graettinger
Towa
Hera
Palo Alto County
Voters urged to block Palo Alto County highway plan
A letter from A. Spins warns Palo Alto County voters against approving a proposed hard surfacing project east and west of Immetsburg, arguing it would incur debt borne by landowners and taxpayers. He urges turnout on April 8th to defeat the measure and avoid extra local costs amid rising agricultural burdens. A separate note reports a driver from Sheldon with two tracks delivering household goods to Gratinger, returning due to heavy roads.
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Palo Alto County
Immetsburyg
State Highway Commission
Palo Alto
Jula Alto
Kivery
Board of Superviasord
Mina
Boater
Stax City
Grachtinger
Sheldon
Hard Surfaced Roads for County Traffic Debate
A letter argues that fifty miles of hard surfaced primary roads serve about 80 percent of county traffic, benefiting a majority of residents while secondary gravel roads carry only 20 percent. It criticizes subsidies to cities and towns, cites tax distributions, and warns that upgrading secondary roads to hard surfaces reduces long term upkeep costs, urging integration with durable primary roads and noting costs of bonds and maintenance.
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Krommmersburg Democrat
Towa
Mulelinge
Paulo Alto
Urealey
Pocahontas, Gray
Fmmet
Huens Vista
T.hey
Graattlin public schools enter Easter vacation week
The Graattlin public schools close for Easter recess as teachers depart for their homes. Mr and Mrs Vidlar head to River Falls Wisconsin Helen Lamb to Brandon Town Miss Lillian Millen to Fort Dodge Ida Gunderson to Wallingford and Misses Allison Gowans Frances Duhigg Gladys Vedder Elizabeth McAyvoy to Fimmersbury Supt and Mrs White planned a Blue Earth trip but winter weather halted plans.
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Graattlin‘wer
Vidlar
River Falls
Wisconsin
Mise Helen Lamb
Brandon
Town
Lillian Millen
Fort Dodge
Ida Gunderson
Wallingford
Allison Gowans
Frances Duhigg
Gladys Vedder
Wizabeth McAyvoy
County Politicos Support In Coming Primary Cards
County voters will see two political cards in this weeks Tines urging support for Republican candidates. GC L Carmichael seeks county attorney while Anna Warnke Spohn runs for county recorder. Carmichael is partner of County Attorney Nefstead and brings practical experience, Spohn has a strong track record in the recorder office. Also, barber Albert Bruhsall plans marriage to Kelvin resident and new bride is expected from the boundary line state. Moral support from readers noted.
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GC. L. Carmichael
Anna Warnke Spohn
County Recorder
Carmichael
Nefstead
Albert Bruhsall
Martin Myhre
Kelvin
North Dakota
Boundary Line
Hermann Elsenhist Named Secretary of School Board
At a recent meeting the district elected Hermann Elsenhist as secretary to succeed Julia O Jertson who resigned. George was chosen president while other board members include Mays Yo Kelly Charley Jensen L or Sey and Noble.
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Oramaed
Turin
Hlsenbast
Julia O. Jertson
George
Mays
Yo 4
Kelly
Charley Jensen
Lo L. Iisey
Wo HL Noble
Infant son mourned by Pred Theil family east of town
Mr and Mrs Pred Theil mourn the death of their infant son who passed away Sunday afternoon. The child was only a few weeks old and the family receives the sincere sympathy of many friends in their keen loss. The issue also notes a painting season ahead with local ads from Charley Jensen and the Colling Drug Co urging home and building brightenings.
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Pred ‘Theil
East of Town
Mrs. Theil
Times
Charley Jensen
Colling Drug Co
Fate Of Palo Alto Roads Voters Decide Budget Proposal
Voters in Palo Alto County head to the polls next Tuesday April 8 to decide on issuing 800 000 for primary road work. Eight thousand special ballots will be distributed Monday, with residents urged to study both sides before voting. The Times publishes letters and clippings to help inform the community.
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Palo Alto
Voice of the People
Mapers
The
Times
Will Move To California By Reeves Family
Mr and Mrs Vangie Reeves and their daughter will move to California shortly after the present school year closes. They plan to make their future home in that state. The Reeves have lived in this city for years and their many local friends regret their decision. Mr Reeves has served as city marshal and Mrs Reeves is an able operator at the telephone office.
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Californis
Vangie Reeves
California
Schpel
Reeves
Patrick Sherfock Recovers From Illness
The article notes Patrick Sherfock’s return to health after several weeks of illness. Friends express relief and happiness at his renewed vigor and robust condition.
Iowa Homestead Glimpse Of Auto Growth And Good Roads
The Iowa Homestead notes rapid automobile growth over 28 years and strong demand after an Auto Mobile Show in Des Moines. It cites U S car sales, wealth growth, rising savings, and farm ownership of cars, with 69 percent of Iowa’s passenger cars in rural counties as of 1924.
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Iowa Homestead
Des Moines
United States
Towa
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A. I. Avery
W. G. Saunders
R. Jortes
Sone
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Hermann Elsenhist
Osgood
Grodlund, Reeves &Reutor
Patrick Sherfock
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