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Newspaper

Hardin County Ledger

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1926

Page

5

Public Schools Class Events Notes and Activities

The May 23 Baccalaureate sermon at the high school by Rev. Roy V. Porter, Class Night May 25, and Commencement May 27 are outlined with detailed programs. Other items include a gas plant installation in the school, a Class Drive to Boone, Freshmen hosting Sophomores at Pine Lake, and various club and sports notices. An automobile accident near Momson involves a stolen car and a suspected gang link. a Tulip beds feature and a federal case against Clarence Ford are also reported.

High School Auditorim Roy V. Porter Clauss Pearl Carlson Mantle Ruby Newhall Arlene Gaodney Luella Hall Musice Vlay Fadward Clary Mildred Ayres Arthur Ruben Orpha Crossan Harold Hough Merton Knapp Robert Greer Chiss Elizabeth Moon Dorothy Dornsbach Ruth Johnson Carl Nelson Carrol Riley Gayo Vera Milroy W. G. Clarke U.S Mike Healy Grundy Center Clarence Pord Ford Gutlar Rapids Freeport Biing Ferd Ig Areid Eifht Montana Colorado St Joseph

Salvation Army Annual Call Gains Local Support

Eldora readers learn of the Salvation Army annual appeal to fund relief work across communities. The piece notes over six decades of service, 16 major activities from rescue work to flood relief, and the slogan feed first then reform. Also covered are local events: Wilma Van Dusseldorf’s conference gift, Fred Edgar’s trip to Manjilla, and fire station entrance improvements by Mike Mulford’s crew.

Salvation Army Eldora Mike Mulford Eldora Ia

Kiwanis Club Considers Reorganization

Kiwanis Club met at the Wayside Inn last Thursday evening to discuss reform plans after two months of irregular meetings. Members debated retaining the charter and whether to dissolve the local chapter, noting a once fine organization but uncertainty over its future.

Kiwanis Kiwanis Club Wayside Inn Iast

Cafe On West Side Gets Fresh Look And Pop Cooler

The Weat Side Cafe has been redecorated over the past week and a new pop cooler has been installed, brightening the dining area and improving drink service for customers.

Swine Disease Control School in Hardin County

Farmers in Hardin county are invited to a two day swine disease control and vaccination school at the Farm Bureau office in Eldora on May 24 and 25 at 9:30 A M Dr J S Craft will direct the event. A $9 fee applies to those seeking vaccination permits.

Hardin County Iardin County Mgr. KE. L. Cady Extension Department Ilmust Eldora Desk Movies Garden Club Eldarg L. TL. Pammel Ames Capitol Ames Garden Club Des Moines

Fine Scholarship For Hubbard's Helen Gethman

Miss Helen Gethman, Hubbard teacher this year, receives a fine scholarship at Ohio Wesleyan. She will teach two classes and pursue a Master’s Degree with a $600 award. In the second year she will take more classes and earn higher pay, reflecting strong esteem from her Alma Mater.

Fred Edgar Gete Helen Gethman Hubbard Law Falls Ohio Wesleyan

Pine Lake Reopens for Fishing Under Rules at Eldora

Eldora residents voted May 14 to reopen Pine Lake for fishing with State Game Warden approval. Bass season to open June 35 after other fish. fires banned on shores. licenses required for those 18 and older. Park rules emphasize no fires except in designated stoves, trash containment, no picking plants, and register before leaving.

Eldora W. E. Albert Pine Lake Iowa Guatalian Tt. Davison

Memorial Day Program Set With Local Observances

Memorial Day will be observed Sunday with exercises in the courthouse square and cemetery. Rev Muhlemann of Baggla Grove will deliver the address, with W R G and G A R conducting rituals. A large committee handles arrangements including speakers, music, flags, decorations, and cemetery ceremonies. Park use for picnics noted, with school groups visiting nearby facilities and a dog tag drive announced by Mayor Soper.

Court House Square W. RG G. A. Wt Livin J. Ryan Muhlemann Baggla Grove Elgin Ryan A. Ri Rice Marshall W. K. Hall Grant I'Tyler Mattie Protheroe W. T Bowers Gilford Greenberg Mra PS. Davis Ona Brown Agnes Guenther Ralph B. Hardy Chas. Roberta Glen F.whorral Fred Miller W. J. Bowers Evergreeny and Mowers Aux Wary and Relief Corps Mustman Nuckolls Mise Clara Williamson Mes J. L. Barrat

Bass Ball Season Opens With Notable City Matchups

The Bass Ball season begins Sunday Jane Sth with a local squad facing AM Nation Club. The schedule continues with algophiy on Monday June 7 and features the St. Pans Gophers on Wednesday the 9th, and Mi Pl vs Charles City on the 13th. Managers and players are being hired, with Bernie White and ded Allen noted among favorites. strong left handed pitcher Lowe may join. A fish catching report at the lake notes a sizable catch, reflecting local leisure interests alongside the sports news.

AM Nation Algophiy St. Pans Gophers Charles City Sens Areo Saeh Fayverites Bernie White Ded Allen Lowe

District Court in Session Sees Mixed Civil and Criminal Actions

Dodge Thompson ruled on Powell vs Orrell with a five day trial, confirming Mrs. Boyd competent to deed land but ordering $4,000 mortgage proceeds and $2,181 in added sums to be turned to the trustee. Alexander & Wilson failed to prove a $400 land sale commission claim. a separate reckless driving case was dismissed on a technical error. Jury awards in Middleton case amounted to $877 for Me Chay. other trials proceeded or were dismissed as term ended.

Dodge Thompson Powell Alexander& Wilson Middleton Sais of Union Honda Wallace Wor Chay Alexander & Wilson

County road funds grow as taxes rise in Hardin County

The Hardin County annual report outlines bridge and road funds handling about 150,000 last year plus a separate 100,000 primary road fund and 60,000 township road funds. Total receipts reached 87,849 with 88,891 spent, leaving a small end balance. Debt remains high with 192,704 in bridge bonds owed after paying 13,000 off this year. Equipment costs high, with 7,800 spent on new gear and 7,000 on repairs, and depreciation brings total asset value down below 12,000 by year end. Altogether 12,600 to 15,000 yearly sustains road tools and maintenance per the Sentinel.

Mardin Hardin County Cox Buckeye Sen

Haas Store Sells One Cent Deals Next Week

The Haas Store announces annual eight day one cent sale Thursday through Saturday May 27 28 29 at The Haas Go. Marketed as their largest yearly event started in their Qpern House Store as an experiment and expanded yearly. advertising will be mailed early in the week to generate strong response.

Haas Haas Go Qpern House

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