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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1929
Page
6
Local notes list guests visiting Hemna Ruthven and Hildagard Nelson, plus neighbors and friends visiting in Ruthven and Graettinger. Reports mention illness, recoveries, and a shelling accident. several residents join social events, birthdays, and Sunday gatherings. Anton Bonstead buys a Chevrolet while others plan moves, visits, and farm matters in Ruthven, Mason City, and surrounding areas.
Lande and son and Lester Martinson were callers at the Martin Simonsen home Thursday evening. Mrs Floyd Smith and children spent Monday with Mrs Julin Smith. Albert Thu spent Friday and Saturday in Graettinger visiting at the John Johnson home. John Hansen and daughters Anta and Clara spent Sunday evening with his slaughter. Mrs Jélmer Simington, Mr and Mrs 8 Vermine visited at the Job Simonsen home Monday. Mrs Charley Lande was called to Cylinder Saturday by the serious illness of her aunt. She will remain there for several days to help care for her aunt. Miss Alma Lande returned to Mitherville Friday after an extended visit with her parents, Mr and Mrs Charley Lande. Mrs Hart Feldman has resigned as teacher in District No 3 and Miss Gara Rasmus of Ruthven will complete the spring term. Mr and Mrs Joe Juckson spent Friday in Graettinger visiting at the doc Gabrielson home. Wd Marxen hauled bows to Ruthven Monday for Seth Smith. Miss Bernice Johnson is on the sick list this week.
A brief exchange describes two poorer women seeking clothing for their families. One recipient recalls receiving a ten-yeur from a wife and notes another purchase by Jess L last week, while the wife confirms giving assistance.
Notice to qualified electors that the Independent District of Graettinger Vale Alto will hold its annual meeting at Woodman Hill on the second Monday in March 1929 from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A director is elected for a three year term to succeed Th. T. Naue and Henry Hanson. Secretary MLSENBAST dated February 20, 1929.
Notice announces that a writt en instrument purporting to be the last will of Karen Marie Hansen, deceased, was presented and read. A hearing for proof is fixed for Monday, April 1, 1929, in the District Court. Clerk M. Thompson seals the document.
State of Town Palo Alto County notice that a writing purporting to be the last will of Andrew Henningsen, deceased, was presented opened and read. A hearing on proof is fixed for Tuesday, March 2, 1920, before the court, witnessed by the official seal and signature.
Special execution issued by the District Court in Palo Alto County Iowa directed to Sheriff. Aetna Life Insurance Company as plaintiff against James G Donovan Anny Rutledge Palo Alto County Iowa Spal Rose Lumber The Royal Timber First National Bank Mort Dale Iowa L A Andrew Receiver Citizens Savings Bank Ayrshire Iowa defendants. Foreclosure decree and judgment awarded to plaintiff on January 22 1929 for 3082.60 dollars plus costs. Property levied is the fractional northeast quarter of the northwest quarter Section 2 Township 95 Range 4 West of the 6th P M. Sale to highest bidder in hand March 14 1929 at Emmetsburg Court House between 9 am and 4 pm with sale commencing at 10 am to satisfy debt plus interest and costs. Dated Emmetsburg Iowa February 12 1929 Sheriff of Palo Alto County Iowa
A Graettinger Iowa classifieds page lists offerings from barber shops and billiard halls, a farmer cooperative live stock shipping association, a real estate and insurance agent, a cafe, a feed grinder service, and general for sale notices. It promotes city barbers, modern shops, and nonresident property management while urging farmers to support the shipping association.
Graettinger Bakery invites customers to buy fresh bakery goods including cake pies and cookies in town. Bread is carried in Graettinger grocery stores with other items available at the bakery. Open Wednesday and Saturday evenings, the shop promises courteous service and asks patrons to try their products as warm weather approaches. M T Raape owner acknowledges goal of emorteous treatment and patronage.
Local business notices describe Farmers Grain Co offerings including grain, coal, flour, feeds and related supplies with emphasis on home ownership benefits and a trusted service. Also promoted are Amdahl's and City Meat Market in Graettinger Iowa highlighting fresh meats groceries and seasonal produce with new building and contact details.
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