09 Feb 1928
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Newspaper
Hardin County Ledger
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1928
Page
1
A fragmentary page reviews living friendships and the value of caring for others, then critiques how newspapers attack churches, citing a Michigan case and a stance that blame should not fall on the church. It also covers financial details of the state bonding fund, and shares excerpts on American optimism, Prohibition, and political chatter including Republican events and local trivia.
The Astin Herald notes Iowa aims to complete 1600 miles of paving by end of 1928 with 600 miles paved that year, marking a shift from Minnesotan highway pride to Iowa construction drive. It cites detours on Highway 40 as prelude to broader paving and hints Minnesota boosters may soon visit for inspiration. The piece also covers political talk in Hardin County about legislative candidates and the need for experienced, honest leadership.
A town column recalls community elders, local pride, and winter’s calm. Letters from Mrs. A Frank, Georg Baughman, Art King, and Dr. King reflect friendships, schooling, and hometown tales while praising neighbors like Gus Carlberg and a Swedish watch gifted by a king. Mourning notes for Mrs. Wiesner appear alongside light reminiscences.
A Hubbard resident William Strate died last Wednesday morning from apoplexy at home after years living alone. Nearby injuries include Mrs. Hartwig suffering a compound fracture from a fall while handling laundry. Miss Ottie Runksmeier and John Brandt wed in Ledyard with family as attendants. various folk, travel, and illness reports follow, including Gerlach and Newell family notes, 4 H club events, and trips to Des Moines and Chicago for relatives and business.
In Hardin County district court a petition by Stauffer Van Avery Co seeks payment from W S Nutting and Isabelle A Nutting for a promissory note 1924 and open account goods furnished. If they fail to appear by April term 1928 default and judgment will be entered. Attachment has been levied on real property in Eldora. Dated Eldora January 9 1928. Attorney N S Carpenter. Also a note references an auto license law correction and comments on gas prices and road speeds.
A set of political notices from Eldora and Iowa Falls Iowa announce candidacies for Hardin County Sheriff and hardin County Attorney. Names include W H Thompson James McCusker Jasper W Thompson James L Cameron and Kustor Ledger urging primary votes on June 4 1928. Announcements appear in the Hardin County Ledger.
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