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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1920

Page

6

Mules Fail To Arrive For Saturday Sale

Olaf Nelson set a sale of 24 head of young mules in Grachtin ger but none appeared as they were delayed en route. Carl Peterson conducted an afternoon cattle sale, offering 80 head, selling only ten at low prices. Martin Laughlin bought a portion, while the rest were taken to Ruthven for later auction. Demand for cattle was weak. Mrs. John J. Mahan joined friends in Emmetsburg Saturday.

Olaf Nelson Grachtinger Carl Peterson Peterson Martin Laughlin Ruthven

Sacred Concert At Lutheran Church Saturday Night

A sacred concert by the St. Waldorf choir of Forest City will be held at the Lutheran church in Graettinger Saturday at eight oclock. Admission will help defray visitor expenses. The 30 to 40 member choir promises exceptional merit and a large attendance is expected. The Inter Church World Movement county quota is 9656 dollars for a five year program, with A J Johnson soliciting in Walnut township and parts of Lost Island and Vernon townships.

M. 3 Aid Society Woodman Hall V. Reeves George St. Waldorf, Choir Forest City Graettinger A. J. Johnson Walnut Township Lost Insland Vernon Township

Frank Sheffield Seeks Palo Alto Sheriff Nomination

Frank Sheffield of Lost Island township circulates a Democratic primary nomination blank for Palo Alto county sheriff. He appears unopposed and is praised as a capable candidate who would serve efficiently if elected.

Frank Sheffield Lost Island Township Palo Alto County Sheffield

Ill Gilbaugh Boys Stricken by Measles Appendicitis

Two Gilbaugh brothers suffer illness from measles with complications. Merle Gilbaugh had appendix surgery by Estherville and local doctors. he is recovering, while Sam endures a severe measles attack likely delaying full recovery for weeks. Also, Clarence Axelton opens Graettinger firm for Ford parts and service. Vincent Kelly plans June installation of an electric bookkeeping machine at Farmers & Merchants Bank, boosting efficiency.

Gilbaugh Il Merle Sam Gilbaugh Coleman Estherville Hession Nade Sam Vincent Kelly Farmers & Merchants Bank Eletricity

Jensen Family Enjoys Winter in Los Angeles

C P Jensen and family returned from a winter in California recounting lower living costs and a busy scene in Los Angeles. They traveled from Graettinger November 12 to Los Angeles December 16, then left April 16 with stops in Salt Lake City Grand Junction and Denver. They noted rent profiteering amid many visitors, and cited Iowa and Nebraska picnic crowds while mentioning purchases of an Oakland Six and a $4000 bungalow. Mrs Jensen plans to visit Graettinger in June.

C. P. Jensen Times Office California Colorado Brush Jensen Los Angeles Nels Show L. C

Methodist Episcopal Church Sunday Service Report

The church reports an excellent Sunday with one new decision for Christ and five accessions. Next Sunday features Mother's Day services in Sunday School and a special morning sermon. Evening theme is Two Ifs, with prayers for the ongoing general conference in Des Moines to guide actions.

Methodist Episcopal Church Christ

Guthrie County Auctioneer Makes Noted Horse Purchases

Guthrie County auctioneer Ben F Reeves purchased a purebred Percheron stallion and a top breeding jack last week. He says the purchases represent a significant outlay but will improve the local horse stock for farmers in the area. Reeves is described as a leading booster in the region.

Guthrie County Ben F. Reeves Reeves

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