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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1918

Page

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Funeral of Sgt Lyle Green Held at Opera House

The funeral of Sergeant Lyle E. Green was held Friday morning at the opera house with Rev H C Riley officiating. He died December 2 after influenza and pneumonia. Interment followed in Rolfe Iowa. Green, born October 15 1894 in New City Iowa, served as a sergeant in aviation at Bayron Field Everman Texas and was praised as a good soldier and gentleman by his officers.

Lyle E. Green Opera H. C .Riley M. E. Church Rolfe Iowa Sergeant Green Flo Lyle Elmer Green New City Crawford County Emmetsburg Greettinger Lyle Gato Fort Dodge Fort Logan Colorado San Antonio Texas Bayron-Field Everman Natie Barron Field Green Hag Appdks Isando Peace Lyle B. Green Air Service Military Police Sargeant Green

Fine Display Window Honors Gracinging Boys At War

A window display in P. G. Johnson, azare presents Keep the Homes Fires Burning until the Boys Come Home. A fireplace and electric light illuminate photographs of Gracttinger boys serving at sea and in the armed forces, drawing compliments for its tasteful arrangement.

Tha P. G. Johnson Azare

Midnight Visitors Nabs J P Wagner in Stolen Goods Alarm

J P Wagner of this place halted a man leaving the rear of H N Osher's store around 1 30 Monday morning. A car in the alley carried items from the store and Wagner, armed with a flash light and revolver, confronted a man who turned out to be Osher, the store owner, who had gone to the store to retrieve goods amid heavy rain. Wagner believed a robbery was underway and warned the party, but the incident revealed a misidentification and restraint followed.

J. P. Wagner H. N. Osher Stora Mr. Wagner Mr. Osher Willie Wagner Hull

Funeral of Mrs Herrem Saturday in Lutheran church

Obituary notes Mrs Agatha Herrem died early this morning at age 1? years. Funeral services will be Saturday at 1 o clock at the Lutheran church with Rev S C Sainte officiating. Interment will be in the cemetery east of town. Next week an expanded notice will appear. Also reports Palo Alto County Red Cross elects new officers and directors at Emmetsburg meeting. Charles Duhigg of Emmetsburg named chairman with E J Mitchell Graettinger vice chairman and Hazel Linderman Emmetsburg secretary. Treasurer not named. Joy Kally previously served.

M. Mei Nerney St. John's Cemetery M. J W. H. Coonan George Harrison L. &, Canaway Philip Cullen Joseph Mulroney Mnny Anastasia Knavesbrough Kilkenny Ireland Patrick C. Nolan Igi Boonesboro Emmetsburg Nolan Mary Ann Robert Richard Minkato Minnesota Alex Cullen J Charles Gracttinger Edward Des Moines Frank Chicago J. J. Martin Ayrshire Democrat Opera House LeRoy T. Weels Emmettburg H. C. Riley Grachtinger Yetting America Agatha Herrem A. L. Herrem Palo Alto Rel Cross Ware E Ject Charles Duhigg E. J. Mitchell Hazel Linderman Joy Kally First National Bank of Red Crouse

Bazaar by Catholic Ladies Aid Society at Tupalay

The Catholic Ladies Aid Society Tupalay bazaar drew a large crowd with splendid noon and supper meals and a 16 mvh after the show. Handmade items sold, receipts were sizable, and an evening moving picture show packed the house. Proceeds totaled about $270 as members kept up a high standard all day.

Catholic Ladies’ Aid’ Society Tupalay Aoctaty

Letter From Jorgen Knuiser Netherayor Wilts London 1918

A wartime letter from Private Jorgen W. Kautsen of Graettinger reporting from London on his travels in England and France. He describes visiting cathedrals and castles, adjusting to mud and slush, keeping busy with flight duties at the aerodrome, and staying in touch despite scarce news.

Jorgen Knuiser Netherayor Uum Texas Aerodome Pte Jorgen W. Kautsen Bsqpu A. EB. Th London

Letter From Gabriel Gabrielson France Nov 9

John writes from France reporting arrival, front-line action, and a rest camp. He describes rain, shrapnel, and serving at various posts, noting repulsed German advances and missing hometown friends, while forwarding best regards to all.

Gabriel Gabrielson France Lols John

Torreson Amdahl Unite In Wallingford Ceremony

Theodore Torreson and Misa Bella Janette Amdahl were married Sunday in Wallingford. The couple plan to reside there after January 1. Both families are well regarded in the neighborhood. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs K G Amdahl and has many friends. The groom is described as frugal, industrious and upright. The Times offers heartfelt congratulations for their future welfare.

Carl. Theodore Torreson Misa Bella Janette Amdahl K. G. Amdahl Wallingford

Canadian Officer Praises American Flag At M Z Church

A Canadian officer who spent eighteen months in the trenches gave an engaging address at the M Z church Monday evening. He shared war experiences, criticized pro German views, and expressed sorrow for German born Americans humiliated by anti war sentiment. He lauded the American flag as the greatest banner, calling the United States the greatest country in the world.

M. Z America United States

Red Cross Christmas drive calls Walnut township 100 percent

December 16 and 17 set for Aala Alto residents to join the Red Cross as the mercy army grows. A one dollar membership earns a Red Cross button and shows American heart. Officers report names of nonmembers to inform them of what membership means while Walnut township aims for full participation.

Aala Alto Red Cross Pierzon Land Office Walnut Township Emmet Walnut

Conservation Meeting December 18 at Community School

A conservation meeting is announced for Monday December 18 at 1 30 p m at the Community school in Lost Island township. Dr LeRoy T Weeks of Emmetsburg will deliver an address with other speakers to follow. Attendees are urged to attend and a good turnout is hoped for.

Lost Island Township LeRoy T. Weeks Emmetsburg

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Sergt Lyle Green Sergeant Lyle E. Green Mrs. Herrem Torreson—Amdahl Gayo Makie First National Bank Graettinger John.o. Jertson Charley Jensen
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