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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1925

Page

2

Foster couple wed in Onawa on July 20

Eugene G. Foster of Gradlinger Iowa and Nora O Neill of Mapleton Iowa were married at Onawa in a 9:50 am ceremony conducted by Rev L J Savage. Best man was Loren O Neill and bridesmaid Gatherl ine Foster. They plan a honeymoon in Minneapolis then settle in Estherville where Foster works as a Rock Island clerk.

Eugene G. Foster Gradtinver Misa Nora O'Neill Mapleton Iowa Onawa L. J. Savage Loren O'Neill Lestman Gatherline Foster Minneapolis Estherville Rock Island W. C. Foster Rorkland Gradlinger Aind Poster

Ammetsburg Hotel Stock Reaches $54,700

The Democrat reports sales of Ammetsburg Hotel stock reached $84,700 by Tuesday noon. At this rate the goal of $100,000 will soon be reached.

the Democrat Ammetsburg

Graettinger merchants offer special prices draw shoppers

Graettinger merchants push discounts drawing patrons from Ruthven Emmetsburg Ringsted and Estherville. Osher Department Store and CG A Jensen store run sales while A J Tolinsot advertises financing plans for McCormick Deering tractors. Reading this week's Times shows how households can save during current discount pricing.

Graettinger Ruthven Emmetsburg Ringsted Estheville Osher Department CG. A. Jensen A. J. Tolin Sot McCormick Deering Tractors

Car Accident Near Emmetsburg Leaves No Injuries

Sunday afternoon near Emmetsburg a car occupied by Ross Gilbaugh and a Westfall resident, with two youths, left the ditch at Rock United railroad crossing. The vehicle rolled, windshield shattered, top bent, yet all occupants escaped without injury. The crash occurred when front wheels locked on loose gravel along the road.

Gradlinger Ross Gilbaugh Westfall Rock Usted Emmetsbure

Bridge Improvements by Supervisor Sun Dese

The Des Moines bridge approaches on the Limes Highway have been fortified with substantial posts and protective measures. The update, praised as an improvement, is part of ongoing work on the high grade at the Jack Creek bridge, aimed at making the area safer after years of hazard.

Suss Thant Des Moines Limes Highway High Parade Jack Creek

Sioux Falls to Play Bat Sunidity at Hand's Park

Sioux Falls set to meet Royal Giants at Hand's Park next Sunday in a battle royal. After the game, Hanson of Fairmont will trestle the Mysterious Gronberss, a 210 pound mat artist. Next Sunday promises a big day at Hand's Park per the ad in this issue.

Sioux Falls Sioux Walls Royal Giants Hand's Park Hanson Fairmont Gronberss

Estherville man pleads guilty to bootlegging charges

Roy Lowman of Estherville pleaded guilty to bootlegging. He was fined 600 and 90 days in jail, with sentence to be served in Clay County jail. The badge allowed him to return home to harvest his crops.

Lowman Roy Lowman Estherville Kimmersburg Clay County

Andrew Petersen Pioneer Citizen Dies After Illness

Andrew Petersen a Palo Alto county pioneer died Saturday after months of illness at the family home. Born in Fyn, Denmark on November 10 1846 he came to America and settled in Palo Alto county where he raised a large family. Survived by six children seventeen grandchildren and four brothers and sisters he was remembered as a devoted husband father and citizen of high character. The funeral in South Wilaut Danish Lutheran church was conducted by Rev N P Simonsen with several relatives in attendance and many neighbors paying respects.

Andrew Petersen Palo Alto Nisson J. G. Petesson West of Town Peterson Ehdreh South Waliut N. PP. Simonsen Berantin Ows South Wilaut Simonsen Stud Bihan Mtengers D. AL Buss Peter Dorgens Tavs Larsen Pop. Petersen Peter Petersen Dolar Christiansen Fyne Denmark Keltoiswit Tekor Petersenaue United States New Jersey Kansas Alta County Hue Edevar Edie Anarriage Marie Kristine Westerzard Dleswul Cne Diva Whan Mia Chr Gy Stafferson Bunstead Petersen Daniel Petergen Yi Op. Dulin Palo Alto Counby Wso Iam. Kruse Conway Hans Westergard Dunich Westerword Wood Pauhien Dulin al Grachtinger Mars Pitersen Pato Alta Country Christ Eiigen Uiose Dutl Puter Wuehlers

Ringsted Celebration Enjoys Busy Ringsted Festival

Ringsted hosts a large Labor Day style celebration with hundreds attending the boxing show and daytime festivities. Threshing begins Monday with fields near Ringsted nearly finished. local oat prices run about 31 cents per bushel with new oats on the market.

Harry Wilert

Maaily Reunion At Mahan Home

A July Fourth reunion at the M E Mahan home brought together Sanity family members including Mr and Mrs Fred Jackson of Renville Minnesota Miles Mahan of Omaha Loretta of Council Bluffs Thoning Mahin of Webster City Maymo Mahan Woodke of Urbandale and WL H Sullivan of south of town The day sparked lasting memories and genuine pleasure among the family members.

Harvest Season Near End Says Persistent Rain Delays Threshing

Farmers report the harvest season is ending with some still threshing this week while rain delays finish. Central surveys from local farmers indicate the small grain crop is good but below last year’s peak and straw yields are short this year.

Chautauqua Week Continues With Fine Graettinger Program

The Graettinger Chautauqua opened Monday evening and has run daily with afternoon and evening shows. Attendance is fair as harvest keeps country residents busy, but the series offers high quality programs under Superintendent Miss Aikin who has managed well and pleased attendees.

Graettinger Aikin

Wallingford Defeats Graetlinger In High School Diamond Clash

Wallingford baseball team defeated Graetlinger 22 to 18 on the local high school diamond. Graetlinger suffered a sequential head in the sixth inning while the visitors rallied late, driving in catchers to seal the win. The game featured heavy hitting and lively running, making it an engaging contest for spectators.

Wallingford Graetlinger

Local Girls To Play Wallingford Girls

Diamond ball gains popularity as Graettinger and Wallingford girls schedule an evening game in Wallingford next week. The exact date and slate are not yet announced.

Wallingford Graettinger

Carney Team Defeats Stosi Town By Ten Points

The Carney ball team defeated Stosi town by a margin of 10 scores in an interesting game. The Citrus game will be followed by a diamond ball match between Grachtinger and Ruthven at Lost Island Lake next Sunday afternoon, staged just before the regular ball game.

Carney Ruthven Grachtinger Lost Island Lake

Diamond Ball Schedule and Vacation News

Diamond Ball items outline upcoming games from July 24 to July 31 featuring the Doughboys Battlers Specials and Giants. The team has taken a week off with no standings change and Friday’s game was canceled due to Ringsted, Chautauqua impacts caused further postponements.

Diamond Ball Doughboys Battlers Specials Giants Dattlers

Specialettes Hold Off Doughgirls In Close 26–22 Game

Thursday evening action saw the Specialettes defeat the Doughgirls 26 to 22. The prior game gave the Doughgirls a win, leaving both teams tied in percentage. Batter ies were Anna Nolan and Marie Thompson for the Doughgirls with Grace Anderson catching, while Ella Nesselroyd pitched for the Specialettes with Linda Spies catching.

Doughgirls Houghgirls Anna Nolan Marie ‘‘Hampson Doughbrlsi Grace Anderson Ella Nesselroid Linda Spies

Diamond Dust Can Grady Explain This

Jones maneuvered around Grady on the bases in Friday’s game which was postponed due to the Legion celebration at Ringsted. The Specialettes and the Doughgirls field strong diamond squads and promising summer games are anticipated.

Grady Jones Legion Ringsted

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Eugene Foster Fumetsburg Sun Dese Farmers & Merchants State Bank Lowa Tah Raat Hingated En Loys Strong Reed Johnson Leen Graetlinger Market Reports Diamond Ball League Buttlera Bebe Aeee Doughboya Seveceete Graettingers Federal Reserve System
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