Race for Votes Suppressed by Graettinger Business List
The Times reports a local voting contest led by Harry Wikert with totals over 70,000 votes. A partial list from Graettinger businesses shows top candidates like Ben F. Reeves and Mrs. K E Mahan, with others such as Henry Lammers and B church participants close behind. The report notes some firms did not count ballots and that names vary by location.
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Harry Wikert
the Times
SUMO
Graettinger
Conyrete
Ben F. Reeves
K. E. Mahan
Reeves
Mahan
Henry
Wr. Lammers
B. Church
P.T
Ayry Wikert
Wourlebury
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Total Eclipse of the Sun Visible Saturday Morning
An article from the Estherville Democrat notes a 4 total solar eclipse on Saturday January 24 with the path crossing North America from Minnesota to Scotland. It describes the sequence from partial phases to totality, equipment like smoked glasses, and the brief two hour overall event with the total phase lasting one to two minutes.
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Hippens
Earth
Wien
Minnesota
Lake Superior
Michigan
Wisconsi
Lake Huron
Orta
New York
Wennsylvania
New Jersey
Connecticut
Montauk Point
Jens Nated
United States
Scotland
Yra
Estherville
Large Lutheran service with confirmations and dinner
A Sunday service at the Lutheran church drew a large crowd of about 150. Rev. Wigdahl preached on Matthew 28 19 20. Charles LeRoy Hansen was baptized. Twelve youths including Alden Hormansgs LaVern Peterson John Ruchle Gordon Junker Harry Hanson Mabel Johnson Vera Sampson Olive Williamson Ruby Sandanger Clara Thu Bertha Rasmussen Anna Rasmussen received confirmation certificates. A free dinner followed in the chapel with a birthday cake for Rev. Wigdahl and a $147 confirmation offering. In the afternoon a communion service was held for the class.
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Wigdahl
Charles LeRoy Hansen
Alden Hormansgs
LaVern Peterson
John Ruchle
Gordon Junker
Harry Hanson
Mabel Johnson
Vera Sampson
Olive Williamson
Ruby Sandanger
Clara Thu
Bertha Rasmussen
Anna Rasmussen
Smallpox In Twin Cities Returns Renewed Infections
Reported smallpox activity in St Paul and Minneapolis shows ongoing virulent cases for months. Data from prena reports cites 705 cases in St Paul and 578 in Minneapolis with 40 deaths. St Paul accounts for 455 mild cases in early year with no deaths, while Minneapolis records 106 cases with two deaths.
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St. Paul
Minneapolis
Prena
Bt. Paul
Minneapolia
St.Paul
Graettinger And Ruthven To Rattle Friday
Graettinger and Ruthven High School basketball teams clash Friday at Bonnetsburg High School gym in a county league game. A junior high prelims pair opens at 7 30. Local fans plan to travel if roads allow. Mrs Lewis Larsen of Wideaux Montana dies, funeral Monday. Larsen is M C Larsen’s son who lived in Graettinger.
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Graetlinger
Mullard Peterson
Eisenbaat
Graettinger
Lewis Larsen
Grachtingers
Wideaux
Montana
Larsen
Mr. Larsen
M. C. Larsen
Reeves Wins Cord Tire at Farmers Supply Contest
Ben S Reeves won the cord tire prize at Farmers Supply Company last week. A second tire will be given away this week for the best vote turned in by Saturday night December 20, with another tire and $25 in trade awarded to the top participant by December 27.
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Ben Reeves
Farmers’ Supply Company
Ben S. Reeves
Farmers Supply Company
Notice to Owners of Vacant Lots Shoveling Duty Urged
City ordinance requires sidewalks be shoveled after each snow storm. Some walks in front of vacant properties remain unfurrowed. Property owners urged to comply as city officials resist adding tax expenses. Mayor L. L. Lindsey notes enforcement.
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L. L. Lindsey
School to Close Friday for Two Week Vacation
The school announces dismissal Friday for a two week vacation for teachers and pupils to enjoy the holiday season. Students and staff will return after the break to resume classes.
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Agason
Dental Thought For The Week On Teeth Care
Poor dental care habits are highlighted as a warning to readers. The piece urges consistent brushing and regular dental checkups, noting risks from neglect and the need for daily maintenance. It emphasizes practical tips for maintaining oral health.
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Olga
West Bend Pastor appeals for funds to cover judgment
An appeal from J A Spies urges West Bend and Emmetsburg readers to donate to Father Dobberstein to cover a $2,000 judgment arising from a child injury caused by a pet bear. He has already paid $1,000 and seeks $1,000 more by December 20, 1924, offering his life insurance as security and noting the grotto and park he built for the public. The appeal asks for donations and possible newspaper publication of donors’ names.
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Ne Lebeersten
Father Dosheretoin
Juan
West Bend
Dobberstein
Palo Alto Co
Father Dobberstein
J. A. Spies
Emmetsburg
West Band
Graattinger
Spice
Ouy
Community appeals for aid to Father Dobbernstein’s legal costs
In West Bend and Palo Alto circles, locals are urged to donate to cover extensive damages from a suit against Father Dobbernstein. The pastor, doing hard labor for free, earned only 200 dollars in his first year, and supporters hope neighbors will give 1 to 6 or 10 dollars each. Donations in cash or checks will be published.
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Father Dobberstein
West Bend
Tado
Palo Alto
Father Dobbrnstein
Spies
Cattle Sale Ad From McConnell and Ruby
McConnell and Ruby of Osgood advertise a public cattle sale to be held Monday December 4 22 as part of a one quarter page notice in Times. About 75 head include 28 head of choice steers averaging around 1000 pounds while the rest are cows heifers and two year olds. The sale is on account of feed and pasture shortages for summer. A Moline tractor with implements will be offered. Read the ad for full details.
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McConnell & Ruby of
Osgood
Atention
Huey
Stuars
Viggo Jacobsen Household Goods Sale Details
Viggo Jacobsen announces a household goods sale to clear nearly new furniture. The event occurs December 20 in front of the Farmers Supply Company building with a full list in the display ad. Read the ad for full particulars and terms.
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Viggo Jacobsen
Hovechald
Auevion
Iths City
Satueriay
Hte
Farmers Supply Company
Early Graettinger Times to Print Ahead for Christmas
The Graettinger Times will publish early next week due to Christmas falling on Thursday. The newsroom notes the new operator at the Times office plans a vacation that day and urges notices and advertisements to be submitted promptly for early printing.
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Graettinger ‘Times Iwi
Best Dancers At Legion Dance Win Candy Prize
Mr and Mrs Joe Kathman of Wallingford earned a box of candy as best dancers at a Legion dance held at Woodman hall Monday evening. The event drew a large crowd and local weather notes mention snow and a blizzard scare the night before. December zodiac notes, basket social plans for District No 2 Lost Inland Township, and box social at High Lake School District No 6 are listed with dates December 22 23 28.
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Joe Kathman
Woodman Hall
Wallingford
Barttin Haug
High Laka
Hilda
Sturdevant
Declamatory Contest At Hawkeye Theater Draws Crowd
Last evening the Hawkeye theatre hosted a declamatory contest with strong turnout despite severe winter weather. Barbara Thorson won first in the dramatic class while Dorothy Myhre led overall. Victor Henningsen took second, and Marjorie Johnson and Martin Hendrix placed in humorous acts. The program featured oratorical, dramatic, humorous, and musical performances by students including Miss Reidy, Opal Johnson, Wilma Webbie, Grace McCarty, and others.
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Hawkeye Theatre
Cuvuuul Loce
Birst
Erelyn Swift
Marjorie Johnson
Martin Hendrick
Dorothy Myhre
Builders of Empire
Barbara Thorson
Armenia
Victor Henningson
Mary Reidy
Embargo on Live Poultry Hits Eastern Markets
Health authorities in eastern cities impose embargo on live poultry causing price drops. Dressers and sellers lower poultry prices as owners await lift. The ban stems from a disease detected in shipments from western points to eastern buying centers.
Severe Winter Weather Grips Town Through Tuesday
The region faced a bitter cold spell with a north wind and temperatures dipping from 8 to 16 below zero on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. No relief is in sight for the next day. Clarence Clemmensen quits business and plans to sell his woodworking shop stock and tools after leasing the shop to Lewis Larsen last year.
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Winter
Clarence Clemmensen
Graettinger
Lewis Larsen
Viggo Jacobsen
Injury to Rev Mekkelson and Dance Notice
Rev Mekkelson suffered a painful back injury while chopping kindling wood and was taken to Estherville for treatment with W H Noble as bystander. He is currently hotter but in pain. report notes. A box social and dance is planned for December 19 at the Walnut township district school, with baskets to be brought by ladies and teacher Miss Martha Harke.
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Mekkelson
J. Mekkelson
Toomlay
Estherville
W. H. Noble
Tailea
Osgood
Dist
Walnut Township
Martha Harke la the
Shadow Social at Butler School Christmas Program
A shadow social event is planned for Friday December 19, 1924 at Butler School. A good program will be presented by girls and boys who will bring their lunch. teachers and chaperones encourage attendance and spirited participation.
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Butler
Hwa
Woacher
Wayh
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