Funeral Of R Nelson Held At Roland Iowa
R Nelson of Graettinger Iowa died November 17 after a long illness. Funeral services were held at home and at the Scandinavian Lutheran church in Roland with Rev Madsager officiating. He was 67 and left a wife a daughter a granddaughter and a step daughter. He had lived in Marshalltown Roland and Graettinger and was remembered as a quiet upright Christian gentleman. The Times extends sympathy to his family.
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R. Nelson
Nelson
Scandinavian Lutheran
Mm. Mandsager
Roland
Iowa
Hel Lars Solheim
Andrew Herem
H. H. Gjorde
L. Christopher
John Williamson
Andrew Axelton
Reinart Nelson
Mandal
Norway
United States
Hardin County
Toving
Mareshalltown
Marshalltown
Guriie
Tomina Cleveland
Rachel
Julius Levdy
Albert Lea
Minnesota
Borghild
Ole Axelton
Graettinger
Julius Sevdy
Geraldine
Lavi Olson
Old World
Times
Forged checks reported in Emmetsburg scheme
A man forged checks in Emmetsburg using the name Harry Brown. One check for 16 dollars at Young Grocery and an 18 dollar check at another place were presented. Harry Brown denies issuing the checks and says he had not issued any for three or four days. During a telephone call with the proprietor the confederate fled the scene.
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Grotery
Emmetsburg
Harry Brown
Mr. Brown
Harry
Swea City man recalls chatter on Sweden and shade grasa
A Swea Township resident recalls old talk about Sweden and the shade grasa, noting a shift in rumor and sentiment in recent times as the Herald records.
Local Gazette Fragments Highlight Thanksgiving TV Show
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Thanksgiving program, stressing viewer cautions and a live presentation. Limited readable names and locations point to broadcast timing and audience advisory without full context.
Surprised By Friends On Silver Wedding Day
Mr and Mrs Ole Wika were surprised by many friends on Friday November 18 marking their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. Guests brought a wedding cake and floral bouquets. A purse of money and silver spoons from Norway were presented. Rev M Mandanger spoke as gifts were exchanged. Distanced relatives attended from Forest City Estherville and nearby towns. The Times offers hearty congratulations and best wishes.
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Ole Wicka
Louis Sandvig
M. Mandanger
Prominent speakers at Sioux City medical meeting
Dr P J Heaston of Grachtinger attended the tri state medical meeting held in Sioux City on November 14 and 16. Notable speakers included Rev C B Moulinier of Milwaukee, president of the Catholic Hospital Association of America, and Robert Jolly of Houston, hospital superintendent and past president of the American Protestant Hospital Association. Seven or eight high class speakers were present. Surgical clinics were conducted at Lutheran, Methodist, St Vincent's, St Joseph's and Maternity hospitals. The meeting drew a large attendance and was considered very successful.
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P. J. Heaston
Grachtinger
Hell
Sioux City
C. B. Moulinier
Milwaukee
Catholic Hospital Association of America
Robert Jolly
Houston
Baptist Hospital
American Protestant Hospital Association
St. Vincent’s
St. Joseph’s
New Palo Alto Reporter Debuts Under Warner Brothers
The New Palo Alto Reporter appeared last week in seven columns and twelve ems. George Pood leads the publication with a readable news style. The paper shows many changes over the year, combining earnest endeavor with long hours. The Times extends congratulations on the improved appearance.
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New Palo Alto
New
Palo Alto
Warner Brothers
Columms
George Pood
Times
Danish Ladies' Aid Bazaar and Dinner on Thanksgiving Day
The Danish Ladies' Aid Society will host bazaars and a candy sale in the Hawkeye basement on Thanksgiving Day with a noon chicken dinner priced at 60 cents for adults and 26 cents for children. A second bazaar and dinner will be at Lost Island Lutheran church with a sale of usual items. Cordial invitation to all.
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Danish Ladies’ Aid Society
Hawkeya
Lost Island, Lutheran Church
Big order for Radiant Burners at Albert Lea firm
Julian Se dy reports Albert Lea Machina Works in Minnesota received an early fall order for 5000 Radiant burners. Since then shipments of 1000 units each have followed, with the Radiant described as a new style gasoline stove. The Albert Lea firm handles a large annual trade as new factory buildings and warehouses rise to meet booming foreign business and rapid expansion.
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Julian Se
Albert Lea Machina Works
Albert Lea
Minnesota
Radiant
Weather Brief Mixed Fall Conditions Report
A week of usable fall weather followed a snowy Saturday that melted by Sunday. Sunday and Monday were very foggy with heavy dampness, Tuesday turned cooler but stayed above freezing, described as an ideal corn picking day.
St Marys Emmetsburg Wins State Football Title
St Marys academy of Emmetsburg defeated Des Moines Catholic academy 14 to 7 to claim Iowa's state football championship. The Saints built an early lead on a blocked punt return, with McDonald and Burns keying a strong second half as Des Moines fought back with passing and drives before St Marys sealed the victory with a late 14 yard touchdown by Brown and a successful extra point.
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Mary's
Emmetsburg
Iowa
Des Moines Catholic
Des Moines
Des Moines Eleven
Des Moines Register
St. Mary’s Academy
Des Moines Catholic Academy
Bradigan
Hughes
St. Mary's
McDonald
Dad Higley
St. ‘Mary's
Burns
Walsh
D. Goodwin
Saints
Invaders
Layard
Invader
St. Mary’s
Leages
Brown
Bt. Mary's
Magan
McNerney
Auction Sale Open Season Next Monday in Iowa
Auction news from Iowa reports two closing-out sales. Leslie Kinkade will sell Monday November 28 seven miles northwest of Tingar with 10 horses 83 cattle 66 hogs and machinery plus a 1928 Ford truck at 11:80 lunch. J Egeland near Wallingford will close out December 7 starting 11:30 with 6 horses 18 cattle 80 hogs and machinery cattle include 14 head of extra milch cows from a 37 cow herd. Grodland Reeves auctioneers J A Nelson clerk.
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Leslie Kinkade
Jens Egéland
Wallingford
witl_algo
Holi
Seeegees
Kinkade
Tingar
Iowa
Grosiland & Reeves
Dans S. Egeland
Egeland
Betsy Peterson
Grodland & Reeves
J.A. Nelson
Next Wall
Miss Nellie Neilsen Dies in Hoping Neighborhood
Nellie Neilsen, about twenty, resident of the Hoping neighborhood, died late last week. Further details are unavailable at press time and the obituary will appear next week. A light remark on humor closes the note.
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Nellie Neilsen
It Is Here We Do Acetylene WardIng Services
It Is Here It Is a local notice from T A Hersleff a general blacksmith in Wallingford offering acetylene warding repairs. The ad promises prompt service and expert work with broken castings repaired to save money. Telephone number 20 is listed for contact.
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T. A. Hersleff
Wallingford
Maytag Ramblers On WHT Radio Promises Evening Feature
The Maytag Ramblers debut a nightly program at 9 o clock on WHT Chicago Sunday and Monday excepted. Misa May and Mr Tag showcase winsome numbers and lively dialogue with a changing lineup including Dorothy Zion William Bellhatchet Lennox Brothers Chicago Philharmonic Trio and Al Carney. The act represents Maytag Aluminum Washers maker Maytag Company of Newton Iowa.
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Maytag Ramblers
WHT
Wrigley Building
Chicago
Atara
Misa May
Mr. Tag
Maytag, Ramblers
Dorothy Zion
William Bellhatchet
Lennox Brothers
Chicago Philharmonic
Guitar
Lenat
al Carney
Dial
Maytag Company
Newton
Iowa
Maytag
Bold Highwaymen Attempted Robbery Near Home
A man named Joe Flesser escaped after two assailants aimed a gun at him outside his home last Monday around seven o'clock. A neighbor witnessed the incident and alerted others, but no arrests have been reported. The Free Press notes the attack appeared to be conducted by local suspects.
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Joe Flesser
Fireplace Radiant For Christmas Gift Idea
A fireplace radiiona stove offers a practical Christmas gift and has gained wide popularity. Jensen Hardware in Graettinger reports strong sales this fall and anticipates high demand leading up to Christmas. The item is presented as a long lasting family favorite and a pleasant surprise for the holiday.
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Jensen Hardware
Graettinger
Who Is Right On The Bible The West Band Journal
The West Band Journal and the Grachtinger Times clash over Lot’s wife turning to salt or to robber. The texts show conflicting readings, with both papers presenting their versions and inviting information rather than argument.
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The
West Band Journal
Lot
Grachtinger Times
Merchants Warned After Shady Collection Blank Scam
Mason City merchants lost about 4000 dollars after signing a collection blank demanding a 60 percent filing fee on the first 100 and 10 percent on the rest. Crooks operate unseen as crime keeps pace. Estherville All Stars beat Odebolt 7 to 6 to claim the state semi pro football title and praised local talent.
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Mason City
Batheville
Estherville All Stars
Odebolt
Estherville
The Quarterback at Hawkeye Theatre Thursday Evening
The Quarterback motion picture will be shown at the Hawkeye theatre on Thursday evening November 1 under the auspices of the local organization. The listing notes Oscumber 1 as the date reference in the readable text.
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Hawkeye Theatre
LambeRt Roetman Weds Elizabeth Waters in New London
Mr Lambert Roetman of Graettinger and Miss Elizabeth Waters of New London Iowa united in marriage at the M E parsonage New London on Sunday November 13 Rev C Hillis officiating The couple will reside in Graettinger and have begun housekeeping at Mrs Frank Briggs residence The groom works at the local creamery and has formed many friendships The bride is new to Graettinger but well regarded by those who know her Congratulations are extended to the newlyweds
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Lambert Roetman
Grachtin
Iger
Elizabeth Waters
New London
Iowa
M. E. Parsonage
C. Hillis
H. Waters
Yohma Pearson
Rootman
Graettinger
Sinea
Times
Bri
Church Night Highlights at Woodman Hall
M E Church hosts a Tuesday program at Woodman hall with all ages involved. A 6:20 picnic or covered dish supper precedes a social hour, assembly, songs, a short program, devotional period, and a lantern lecture featuring The Good Will Industries. Members and friends are urged not to miss the event.
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Woodman Hall
Good Will Industries
The Earth Slowing and Its Two Fated Sides
A note on Earth's rotation slowing and the drastic consequences. If the planet stopped rotating one side would heat intensely while the opposite side would freeze with stark outcomes. The overall outlook depends on perspective and attitude toward the situation.
Men Of Daring to Feature at Hawkeye Theatre Saturday
A colossal epic of pioneer days titled Men Of Daring will be shown Saturday night at the Hawkeye Theatre. The program also includes a good comedy.
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Hawkeye Theatre
Mink Farm Begins at Algona with 23 Pure Bred Mink
Merle Wellendorf started a mink farm at Algona with twenty three pure bred Alaskan mink. Mink pelts fetch from sixty to one hundred dollars each. He believes there is a strong future in this line of business.
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Algona
Merle Wellendorf
Wellendorf
Cemetery Meeting Next Saturday Urged Attendance
A Catholic Cemetery association holds a members meeting at the home of Misa Anna Mc Carty next Saturday afternoon. All members are urged to attend.
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Misa Anna McCarty
Ee AI
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