Funeral Of John Brennan Held Saturday
John Brennan pioneer resident died at the Laughlin home after a long illness. Funeral Nine AM at Catholic church officiated by Father Kelly. Interment in Emmetsburg Catholic cemetery. Survived by two nephews and two nieces. several relatives mourn his loss. Brennan homesteaded land with his brother Patrick. he never married and was known for honesty, optimism, and neighborly kindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Brennan
Martin Laughlin
Father Kelly
Emmetsburg
John J. Mahan
J. P. Conway
Don Leonard
M. Nolan
Wm. Laughlin
Matt Quinn
Ireland
United States
Brennan
Patrick
Nicholas
Pioneer memory and community honors in Graettinger
A tribute remembers a hardy immigrant pioneer and local leader, praising his care from a devoted niece and his impact on the town. Community mourners extend sympathy to grieving relatives as memorial sentiments are shared. The piece also notes a silver wedding anniversary, a family move to West Bend, and a cream separator sales campaign with extended payment terms.
Red Hot Bargains At Osher’s This Week
Local shoppers are urged to visit Osher’s for hot bargains advertised this week. Display ads highlight price cuts and promotional offers guiding customers to check full particulars in the ads.
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Osher’s
Casher's
Night Marshal of Emmetsburg Killed in Rainy Crash
Henry Agnew, night marshal, was struck by a truck driven by Elmer Nelson while crossing near Farmers Trust and Savings Bank in Emmetsburg. Rain and dark streets hindered visibility. Agnew died at 11:30 after being taken to the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Agnew
Mr. Agnew
Farmers ‘Trust and Savings Bank
Candy Kitchen
Elmer Nelson
Nelson
Anew
James Fay
Roy Johnson
Graham Dalen Nuptials in International Falls Minnesota
Clarence R. Graham and Verna G. Dalen married in International Falls Minnesota on Saturday April 11th The bride is the youngest child of Mr and Mrs W G Dalen of Hinkley Minnesota formerly of Graettinger She is well known locally and the Graettinger Times extends congratulations and best wishes to the couple with home to be announced after June 15th
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Clarence R. Graham
Verna G. Dalen
W. G. Dalen
Hinkley
Minnesota
Grachtinger
W. TH. Noble
International Falls
Graettinger
Auto wreck injures Genevieve Gammon and company
Friday morning at Superior crossing Dr B T Osher’s Willys Knight sedan slid off the grade after hitting gravel and mud. The top caved in on contact with a telephone pole while Miss Genevieve Gammon Ruth Noe Julius Oshorn and Selmar Amdal of Estherville escaped serious injury en route to a De Molay district convention in Storm Lake. The motor and chassis were not seriously damaged and a new top could be built.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genevieve Gammon
Dr. B. T. Osher
Superior
Willys-Knight
Ruth Noe
Julius Oshorn
Selmar Amdal
Estherville
Storm Lake
de Molays
Butter makers meet in Emmetsburg on June 18
The 6th district Iowa Butter makers Association holds a joint meeting and state butter contest in Emmetsburg with entry from Miamy creameries of Iowa. J J Brunner and A W Rudnick of Ames judge. M P Junker presides. program includes talks by W G Middleton and Prof Mortensen, a butter judging contest, and a banquet. Plans involve Farm Bureau and Creameries cooperation to stage the event.
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Iowa Buttermakers Association
Summersburg
Miamy
Cooperative Creameries of
Iowa
J. J. Brunner
A. W. Rudnich
Ames
Court House
M. P. Junker
Ruthven
W. G. Middleton
Emmetsburg
CG. R. Conway
Gainer
Agricultural Extension Department
M, Fe, McMurray
Creamery Inspection of
Fred I. Clark
A. W. Rudnick
Dairy Manufacture Department
Extension Dept
Mortensen
Farm Bureau
Perfection Stoves Demonstration in Graettinger
A factory man will be in Graettinger on Wednesday June 24 to demonstrate Perfection stoves. Local Grachtiners will attend at the Hardware store to see the stove handled by the factory man. Later, a dangerous car incident near the school grounds underscores reckless driving risks.
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Graettinger
Gnaettinger
Graettinger Stores To Close Early July Observed Holiday
Graettinger business houses will close at 10 a m on Saturday July 4 and reopen late Friday night July 8 to extend hours for Saturday and Sunday July 4 and 6. The notice aims to help residents plan shopping needs for the holiday weekend.
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Graettinger
Four Lake Mills Teachers Begin Auto Trip To California
Miss Thelma Thoreson and three Lake Mills teachers left by auto for a west coast trip. Her brother Norman Thoreson and friends Wilmer Petersen and Clarence Christiansen also embarked, planning to handle cooking and car maintenance. The group aims to return around August first with the men seeking work in the west and potentially longer stays if they find good positions.
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California
Thelma Thoreson
Lake Mills
West
Weekly Paint-Up for the Flapper
The column notes that every week is paint-up week for the flapper, suggesting regular cosmetic routines or pages of tips for upkeep. It frames a recurring ritual around appearance and style, with emphasis on consistent maintenance.
Henry Westergard Builds Noted Firearms Collection
Henry Westergard owns the largest firearms collection our reporter has seen. The assortment includes shotguns rifles revolvers and pistols of all sizes and makes. He deals in both new and used guns and disposes of fifty to seventy five firearms annually across a wide territory.
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Henry Westergard
Westergard
Victor Petersen Making Good at Fairmont
Andrew Sandanger reports Victor Petersen formerly of Graettinger and Emmetsburg is superintendent of the canning department at Fairmont Packing Company. Petersen, after leaving Graettinger, lived near Estherville and led the Standard Oil station at Emmetsburg. Local friends in Graettinger celebrate his recognition at Fairmont.
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Andrew Sandanger
Fairmont
Victor Petersen
Graettinger and
Emmetsburg
Fairmont Packing Company
Graettinger
Estherville
Standard Oil
Hays A Fine New Shilaleh For Officer Fleming
Monday morning Officer Fleming prepared a fine new shilaleh at Louis Olson wood working establishment for use on his beat. Law offenders better watch out or they will get hooked. A large First Communion class at the Catholic church recently received their first Holy Communion after weeks of instruction from Father Kelly.
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Father Kelly
Myhre Family Attends St Olaf College Graduation
Mr and Mrs Martin Myhre with daughters Arlene and Serene attended the commencement exercises at St Olaf College. Arthur Myhre was a member of the graduating class.
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Martin Myhre
Arlene
Serene
St. Olaf College
Arthur Myhre
Estherville Homecoming Parade June 18 Highlights
Estherville’s annual homecoming unfolds Thursday June 18 with a 10 a m parade and a large circus tent for industrial exhibitions. The event features free attractions, five top show troupes by the American Legion, an interesting baseball game, and a balloon ascension plus parachute jump. Graettinger residents are invited to attend.
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Estherville
the Times
American Legion
Graettinger
Auto Accident at Howard Head Corner Sunday Evening
A Carlson automobile carrying George Carlson and a lady friend crashed with another vehicle at the Times Highway Howard Head corner Sunday evening. The Carlson car was badly damaged while the other car owner resides near Vernon church. No one was seriously injured.
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Carlson Auto
George Carlson
Howard Head
Carlson
Vernon Church
Gracttinger Donors Thanked for Storm Help
Mr and Mrs John Heikey express sincere appreciation to Gracttinger residents for liberal contributions aiding farm storm expenses. Grattting er’s generosity will not be forgotten and is remembered with a warm place in their hearts.
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Hickeys
Gracttinger
John Heikey
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O. L. Thoreson
Lost Island Township
Will Schow
Ventura
Giving
Thoreson
Fidler
West Bend
J. Ll. Fidler
Baby
Times
A. J. Johnson
Graham—Dalen
AL Bank
Graettingers
Onal Bank
Federal Reserve System
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