Funeral Of C. F. Leonard Was Held Friday
The funeral for Carnelius Francis Leonard of Graettinger was held Friday after a sudden illness in December. Services were at the Catholic church with Rev Father Kelly officiating. He was born January 8 1881 in County Cork Ireland and died aged about 50. He lived in Palo Alto county farming, was married to Hannah Murphy June 11 1901 and had four surviving children Jerry Joe Eugene Leona with Bernadine having died in 1921. He was a devout Catholic and active neighbor and family provider, leaving a widow and several siblings. The Times extends sincere sympathy to Mrs Leonard and family. Barber shops open two evenings this week.
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Don Leonard
Minesa Wien
Polynonia
Graettinger Din
Father Kelly
James Quinn
M. Nolan
P. Z. Carney
Martin Lauglin
Oscar Craven
M. L. Murphy
and Myre
M. CG. Leonard
Joe Dwyer
Mynd Mors
John Murphy
Tim Murphy
R. Donovan
Elmer Keil
Dan Crowley
Milwaukee
Henry Schmit
Armstrong
Then
Dirks and
Raymond
Oilcholt
Henry Dick
Schaller
Carnelius Francis Leonard
County Cork
Ireland
Unite States
Palo Alto
Misa Hannah Murphy
Wisconsin
Jerry
Joe
Eugene
Leona
Bernadine
Mr. Leonard
Mike
Jon
Grachtinger
Nettie
Julia
J. H. Millen
Palo Alto County
Granttinger
Leonard
Tha Sone
Daughtara
Midnight Mass at Catholic Church Thursday
A midnight mass will be celebrated at the Catholic church on Christmas Eve December 24th at twelve. The service is the traditional high mass and has drawn large crowds in past years. Additional masses are set for eight and nine o'clock on Christmas Day with confessions Thursday afternoon from 2 to 6 p.m. and evenings from 7 to 10 p.m.
Review Of Tax Situation In Palo Alto County
Review of the tax situation in Palo Alto County notes that the county runs deficits, issues funding bonds, and relies on borrowing. It argues some locals manage finances well but many elect others who incur public debt, reflecting broader fiscal concerns discussed at a Taxpayers meeting in Emmetshire. Continued on page night.
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Palo Alto County
Emmetshire
Palo Alto
Estherville Methodist Choir to Sing January 3
The Estherville Methodist Choir of forty voices directed by Earl Josten will present their Christmas Cantata at the Graettinger Methodist church Sunday evening at 7. The program promises fine music and the public is invited. First Lutheran Sunday School program planned for December 27 at 7:30 p.m. The Birthday of Our Savior is the title. All are invited.
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Estherville
Eatherville
Earl Josten
Graettinger
Selusa
First Lutheran Church
Builders secure contract for Olin Engelman home
Gilbaugh and Clemmensen win the contract to erect a one story 26 by 82 foot residence for Olin Engelman whose dwelling burned. The Wisconsin Lumber Co provides materials. Directors and Grac tai n Go y Creamery staff attend a free dinner meeting Wednesday January 6 at noon in Hawkeyes Theatre basement.
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Vine
Gilbaugh
Gracttingoy Creamery
Hawkeyes Theatre
Peaches Browning Denied Divorce From Husband Daddy Browning
Mrs Browning, a 20 year old, faced a divorce denial from her husband known as Daddy Browning. The case highlights her notoriety and public interest surrounding the couple.
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Browning
Mra
Graettinger Mat Men Fall To Cherokee In Dual Meet
Graettinger wrestling team opened the season with a loss at Cherokee Friday night by 21 to 15. Lyle Boustead battled in the 165 pound match after a week in bed, while Bernard Doerning and Kenneth Swift delivered early points for Graettinger. Eugene Theffy and Kermit Reeves also earned wins or points as Graettinger showed potential. The next home meet is January 6, with coach Ampy aiming to field a strong squad. Francis McCarty was listed among those who wrestled.
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Graetlinger Hiph Setroos
Cheroke
Graettingee
Gradlinger
Lyte Boustead
Cherokee
Mark Jayte
Eajoy Awan
Ianttinger
Lyle
Bernard Doerning
Gruetlinger
Eugene Theffy
Inter
Kermit Reeves
Teenneth Swift
Grouttinger
Hether
Chorale
Craftfinger
Kenneth Swift
Craw
Graettinger
Ih. Gliss
Melville Olson
Rene Duffy
Eigar Grein
Graetting
Ampy
Francis McCarty
Christmas Cantata Delight Fills M E Church
A Christmas cantata was presented at the M E Church on Sunday evening to a full house. The program featured chimes at Christmas and multiple vocal numbers led by Helen George, Alice George, Dale Noble, and others with Rev Faul and Mrs. Cameron participating. Stores to Close Wednesday Nights Commencing Next Week.
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M. EE
Groomwald
Messiah
Tale Noble
Watson
Helen George
Edith Gardner
Verna Gradland
Alice George
Dale Noble
Rev. Faul
Mr. Cameron
Stanley Guaridner
Faul
Fairest Lord Jesus
Graettinger Bualneas Placea
Curlew and Graettinger Boys Clash in Narrow Victory Tilt
In a feverishly tight match at Graettinger gym Curlew beat Graettinger 29 to 21 for the boys title while Graettinger edged Curlew 19 to 18 in a dramatic overtime girls’ showdown. Coach Gradlind led Graettinger’s boys amid a back and forth battle with standout play by Nolan and Jones in the officiating with the Ruthven official delivering fair call all game.
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Wridag Povering
Curnew
Gts
Graettlinger
Curlew
Will Speclators
Simmetsbilee Wieh
Merk
Gradlind
Graettiyrer
Ure Curlew Hoya
Graettinger
Heys
Curlew Swank
Goss
Graetinger
Joe Grady
Alton
Gruettinger
Jones
Sullivan
Bernat Nolan
Ruthven
Barney
Klute
Nolan
Damp Foggy Weather Makes Dirt Roads Impassable
The report notes persistent damp foggy conditions through today, with thick fog and dangerous driving last night. Ground remains slushy and mud covers black dirt roads, leaving many routes impassable while residents hope for colder weather.
Last Call For Christmas Cards At The Times Office
The Times office offers 20 card boxes priced at 86 cents with optional name printing. Cards described as high grade with hued envelopes will be available while stock lasts, with orders filled midweek and before Christmas. Publisher John J. Sullivan extends season’s greetings to readers and vendors.
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Carida
Times Office
Oridere
All 'Tha ‘Mines
John J. Sullivan
Graettinger Girls Tie Dolliver In 15-15 Game
Graettinger high school girls battled Dolliver to a 15 to 15 tie in Dolliver on Thursday evening. The Craettinger boys fell 27 to 18 as Dolliver led 18 to 8 at halftime. The visitors praised Dolliver’s hospitality and sportsmanship before heading home. Mr and Mrs A J Jonson left for Pasadena California by auto Sunday for a few weeks.
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Dolliver
Graethinger Win
Craettinger
Dolli[ver
Acore
Grarttinzer
Lays
Fmimct
California
A. J. Jonson
Aula
Pasadena
Just Married Stranded at Sioux City
A 16 year old husband and his brunette wife, recently married in Sioux Falls, arrived in Sioux City seeking work. They are lodging at the Salvation Army and Municipal building quarters, with Parker South Dakota and Spencer Iowa as their home towns. The Sioux City Travelers Aid Society is seeking employment and housing for the couple while contacting the girl's parents and the boy's mother in California.
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Sioux City
Hushami
Agnes M. Falk
California
Trees A Good Investment At County Home
A Des Moines Register report notes Emmetsburg poor farm had 42 inmates in November and 30 in December as the superintendent bought 100 trees to enrich the property. Meanwhile 12 4-H boys with 2 leaders plan to attend the State Boys Short Course and State Convention at Ames December 28 to 31, 1931, featuring agricultural demonstrations, lectures, reports, and a 4-H Club Convention with officer elections.
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Des Moines Register
Emmetsburg
Holiday Stores Open Wednesday Night
The Grachtinger business places will be open Wednesday evening to accommodate holiday shoppers. Better do your Christmas shopping by Wednesday night as the stores will all be open very late Thursday evening.
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Grachtinger
Santa Claus Visits Graettinger Children with Candy
Santa Chris drew hundreds of local children Saturday in Graettinger as he handed out candy peanuts and fruit, then toured the town visiting the American Legion tree and local shops. He returns Wednesday December 28 with more candy for all youngsters in the area.
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Santa Chris
Graettingert
Santa
Robbins Avenue
California
Florida
American Legion
Resigns as Emmetsburg pastor Reverend Mur tagh resigns
Reverend J G Murtagh, pastor of Assumption Parish in Emmetsburg, has tendered his resignation. His successor will not be named for months due to an required examination before appointment. Murtagh has served Emmetsburg for years and, due to health, will depart with much goodwill from Gradlinger friends.
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J. G. Murtagh
Emmetsburg
Assumption Retarch
Emmetehoes
Father Murtagh
Gradlinger
Livestock and Grain Judging At Boys Short Course
The 4 H boys short course features livestock and grain judging with divisions in Farm Crops and Livestock. New aims include judging teams by county scores, blue ribbon thresholds for livestock and grain judges, and participation targets to earn ratings. Named attendees include Lowell Sharp John Canham Ro Chapman Spencer Torkelgen Mel Griffin Kenneth Barringer How Henkelvig Alden Wigdahl Oli McMillin Howard Chim Henkelvig Wm Hantehnan.
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Thoga
Froms
Lowell Sharp
John Canham
Ro} Chapman
Spencer Torkelgen
Mel Giffin
Kenneth Barringer
How Henkelvig
Alden Wigdahl
Oli McMillin
Howard Chim
Henkelvig
Wm. Hantehnan
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M. E. Church
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Hyer! Girly
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