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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1920
Page
2
The Humboldt county news notes 81 carloads of beets hauled this week, averaging 36 tons per car and 1600 wagon loads marketed during October. Sneak thieves in Humboldt fear chicken thefts and fruit losses, with Mrs DeSmidt’s basement canning stock partly taken while the family was away.
A recent hold up in which Maurice Laughlin and his roommate were robbed after returning to their rooming house is described as a bold deed by the Emm ersburg Reporter. The assailants demanded money and a watch, leaving the pair unharmed but shaken. Jud Thompson Missing After visits to Ruthven and loans, rumors say he left for parts unknown over three weeks ago due to financial troubles. Two jail escape attempts by George W. Haines and Albert Palmer were thwarted when iron bars were removed and a hole dug, but Sheriff Hoffman interrupted the escape with supper Wednesday night.
Mrs Carl Peterson hosted the Lutheran Ladies Aid with many attendees. Otis Jorstad aided at the bank briefly. Estherville guests joined the local Ladies' Aid event at Peterson's home. Helmer Kasa visited from Estherville. Poultry car remained one day. Sevatsons traveled to Dunnell, Minnesota, for a short visit with Mrs Sevatson's mother. Ole Aanonson died after a third stroke at his daughter Mrs Pro's Estherville home, wife ill nearby.
Republican voters hope for better times despite high living costs. John Pegum of Gruettingey visited town Monday and called at the Caspire home. L. L. Nelson returns from Lake Mills. Chris Anderson left for Estherville to serve on a grand jury. Misa Delia Mickelson takes a two week vacation at home with her parents. Frank Trvin of Brookings visits his sister and his ailing mother. Mrs. Paul Paulson remains ill. Dr. Bradley made a Monday call. Mrs. Robert Allison and sons move to Illinois. Teachers from Terris visit Des Moines. Residents attended the Grand in Estherville to see Trial of Hearts.
A speaker recalls a son who left his aging mother to care for herself while he married and prospered. He never helped with chores yet finally sees her sacrifices as he mourns at her funeral. The piece warns that neglecting a loved one is a grave sin.
A specialist in scientific fitting of glasses announces a visit to the city. He offers to help with headaches dizziness eye strain and blurred reading or sewing, urging those with relatives or neighbors affected to attend and mention the date of the visit.
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