13 Mar 1913
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1913
Page
1
The advertisement announces a yearly spring opening to showcase spring and summer merchandise for 1918. It invites women to inspect a complete representation of fashionable creations, promising a worthwhile visit for both browsing and future purchases, with a cordial welcome to all visitors.
Spring novelties include ratines ramie linens linen suitings piques voiles wash serges crepes flaxons india linens and white goods of all descriptions. A line of ladies spring coats in various styles accompanies a pleasing range of spring skirts in all wool with girdle top and plain panel designs.
Mrs. Catherine C. Lawler Kennedy of Wallingford died at 5 30 Sunday following a brief pneumonia illness. Born March 10 1861 in DeKalb Illinois she taught there before marrying James P B Kennedy in 1885. The family lived near DeKalb and in High Lake township Elvester County. Seven children survive with Edward the only one who predeceased her. Funeral services were held at the home and Catholic church in Egtherville with many relatives and friends in attendance. She was a devoted mother and active church member.
On a Wednesday night last week Thos Egan, living alone on his farm seven miles northeast of Emmetsburg, perished in a devastating fire. Neighbor Hamilton, returning from a lodge meeting, arrived too late to rescue him as the house burned to the ground. Egan was found face downward near the door knob. investigators believe he woke to flames and died while attempting to escape. The blaze is thought to have started in the kitchen. Come to Graettinger next Saturday March 15th.
Oscar Paterson of Wallingford marries Bertha Wedne of Gaylord at the groom’s parents’ home in Wallingford. They depart for a South Dakota honeymoon and plan to set up housekeeping on the home farm near Wallingford. The bride, previously a factory worker, is described as worthy and well suited to her new role.
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