Big Spencer Fair Opens Next Tuesday
The Spencer fair is set to attract thousands starting Tuesday September 29 with record entries across all departments and a full slate of events. Highlights include children's day float parade led by Karl Kin's Military Band, harness and running races, horse shoe pitching, horse pulling contests, a Million Dollar livestock parade, auto races, vaudeville and circus acts, and nightly firework shows. Two railroads offer reduced rates, and officials expect attendance higher than last year’s 81,000 as mothers may use a baby tent and the festival runs daily through Saturday with Carnival Night finale.
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Spencer
Clay County
Karl Kinn
Karl King
Port Dodge
Spencer High School
New Fireork
Estherville Merchants Stage Flue Style Show
Estherville merchants cooperated to stage a style show and window shopping tour at Graaf's theatre. The first performance began at 8 15 pm with a 9 15 pm encore crowding the doors as hundreds crossed in. Garments from local firms were shown on living models while shop windows were decorated and thousands enjoyed window shopping. A free pavement dance attracted attendees and local newspapers earned praise for the event.
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Estherville
Graaf’s
P T A Reception Brings Joyful School Social
Graattinger hosts the annual P T A reception at Dr and Mrs Th T Nages home. Supt White offers remarks as Mrs Gammon gives welcome. Mock class sessions amuse and instruct with nursery tales and staged scenes. Three graduates receive diplomas. performances by local teachers and students conclude the evening.
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Mra
Th. T. Nage
Parents’ and Teachers’ Association of
H. B. Hetzler
George
A. H. Shaver
C. H. Raleigh
Great Play At Estherville October Sth
The World of Pleasure musical comedy will be shown in Estherville on October 6 with admission $1 to $2.60. A display ad will appear in next week’s Times. Sold poultry here today earned $8, and a nearby Graettinger market yielded similar gains for aGraettinger seller, highlighting local poultry trade gains.
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Estherville
Indy
Graettinger
Little Robinson Crusoe at Hawkeye Theatre Friday and Saturday
The Hawkeye theatre presents Little Robinson Crusoe starring Jackie Coogan this Friday and Saturday. A comic romantic tale filled with thrills and happiness, promising an entertaining evening for all ages. Shows start at 7:80 PM with admission 10 and 25 cents.
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Hawkeye Teatre
Robinson Crusoe
Jackie Coogan
Obituary of Wallace Arnold Oddson
Wallace Arnold Oddson died Monday at age two years six months after a short illness. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs A Oddson two brothers Ive and LeRoy two sisters Lillian and Bernice and grandmother. Three siblings Raymond Clarence and Gladys died of scarlet fever years ago. Funeral Wednesday from home Rev S Strand Wallingford officiated J M Walden spoke several words. Burial in High Lake cemetery. Family and friends express deep sympathy.
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Wallace Arnold Oddson
Wallace Arnold Orddson
A. Oddson
Ive
LeRoy
Lillian
Bernice
Raymond
Clarence
Gladys
Rev. S. Strand
Wallingford
J. M. Walden
High Lake
Vera Ford and Frank Murphy wed in September
Miss Vera Ford and Mr A J Johnson with daughter met newlyweds Frank Murphy and his wife Vera Murphy at Tort Dodge on September 1. Vera Ford taught in Graettinger years ago. The couple will reside in Manly Iowa where Mr Murphy runs a garage. Graettinger friends offer congratulations.
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Vera Ford
A. J. Johnson
Gladys
Tort Dodge
Frank Murphy
Murphy
Graettinger School
Manly
Iowa
Graettinger
Clay County Fair Forces Early Times Publication
The Times will publish a day early next week due to the Clay county fair. Notices for publication should be handed in as early as possible.
Fishermen Return From Northland Deer Hunt
Were Fishing And Shooting Deer Id Herke and Wm. McConnell of the Osgood neighborhood returned from northern Minnesota and Canada the first of the week. They promised friends a mess of deer meat and frying pans kept hot for weeks. they report a splendid trip. Card Of Thanks We wish to thank neighbors and friends for kindness during the illness and death of our little son. Thanks for floral gifts. Mr. and Mrs. A. Oddan
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Herke
Wm. McConnell
Osgood
Minnesota
Canada
Pine
Mra
A.oddaon
Dental Quips On Tooth Decay And Pain Experience
The passage notes dental reflections on getting a tooth filled after decay and the relatable sting of toothache. It likens dental work to a rough bite, reflecting a humorous, period voice about dental procedures and the shared pain of dental experiences.
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M. J. Reilly
D. D. Ss
German Lutheran Service at Methodist Church Next Sunday
German language Lutheran service will be held at the Methodist church next Sunday afternoon at 2 30. Sunday school follows the service. Pastor F Otis L Lang delivers the sermon. Epworth League meets at 11 and 7 16 with fellowship hours. Fourth quarterly conference Sept 24 at 8 will elect officers. Women’s Home Missionary Society meets Oct 2 at 8 with program.
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F Otis L. Lang
Methodist Church
Epworth League
Meetia
J. J. Bushnell
Algona
Yea
Women’s Home Missionary Society
Mra BP
J. Paulsen
Leo Burns Resigns From Martin Myhre Barber Shop
Leo Burns quits his position at the Martin Myhre barber shop due to long standing heart trouble. Advised to rest for a year, he has returned home to Ayrsh ire. A skilled worker and popular figure, he made many friends during his tenure.
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Leo Burns
Martin Myhre
Ayrshire
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