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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1908
Page
5
An unclear notice from auctioneers invites engagement to obtain the best possible prices for chattels. It requests readers to contact Engagé us by writing or phone, naming AM. VAN SVTE. L. W. VaxrWit, Thal, Towd, as the contact.
VandarKooi and Keele Prop offer prompt drayage and transfer work for any entrusted jobs. The ad invites potential customers to outsource all kinds of loading, hauling, and transport tasks to their service.
The Walnet report notes a range in milling wheat values with a quoted price near eight dollars and fluctuations between negative and positive figures. It references market activity and potential impact on producers and buyers.
The fragment lists people from Sanborn Bridgewater Ames and Oostburg visiting, with references to High Grade fur coats at Kloeck and a furniture sale. It notes a fall incident, a tax sale offer, and Thanksgiving travel, ending with a memorial mention for DeMotte and Slows Center.
Mr and Mrs A J Henry of Hull formerly of this city were guests of their daughter Mrs Lena Goleman Saturday evening for their fortieth anniversary. A surprise visit at the Coleman home followed, with gifts including a cut glass salad dish a gold pin roses and a leather couch.
The railroad section foremanship was resigned by boss Jatlie VanVooren last week. Mes Getting Ram and Saphawines’ ore Gh took a trip to Rock Valley then plan to visit the Netherlands. If he secures it, he may stay permanently. Witting is described as a pleasant gentleman.
Local items describe sales at E Kloek and Weir & Beckman with large cloaks sale and bargains. Visitors include Brouwer Sheldon Belle Cooper Haung from Parker. Henry Lutyens and family from Chicago. and numerous Hull residents enjoying Thanksgiving and hotel events.
A reader urges appreciation of schools and Pilgrim Fathers day, calling for more parent attendance at events and better teacher communication. The piece laments low turnout at a high school debate and advocates publishing weekly school notes in the Hull Index to boost interest and support for youth education.
A sale will offer 80 head of registered Shorthorn cattle and 25 Ches ter-White sows some rated high at Sioux City Fair. The auction, in a heated tent, takes place in December at Pleasant View Stock Farm Inwoon Iowa. Also available are poultry including R. P. Rock chickens and A. A. Rockers.
Berths This Week near Gean fine bouncing boy born at the home of Mr and Mrs Gerrit Pollakker Sunday. A female baby arrived to Mr and Mrs John Thoxbergen last Tuesday. Other births to Gerrit VanOiterioo and Myr and Mrs John Top. Sex not stated. Hearty congratulations to all parents.
Several full blood Poland China boars for sale suitable for breeding. Interested buyers should inquire at the number office for details.
An item notes Muave opened a repairing establishment and that many friends of Fred hope he is doing a good business and succeeding, indicating community support and positive early success.
Wort Wan reports Henry Sahaltz died at his Rock Rapids residence after early pioneer work in the township. Sebaliz recalls Sahaltz as a founder who owned the Babcock eighty southeast of town decades ago.
James Petergon announces a public sale on Wednesday December 16 1903 at his farm north of Hull east of Dot. The sale includes 26 cows and young cattle 506 sheep 50 tons of hay 4090 bushels of corn and all types of farm machinery. Prices and terms will be announced at noon.
A horse stolen near Guttenburg Iowa by E Brunstingand was taken to John VanDallen near Doon. The suspect arranged to sell the animal for 100 dollars, receiving 90 in cash and a rental promise. He fled south but was captured at Bronx Center after detectives traced the money. He appeared before Justice Hawkins and, with family support, was bound over on a 1000 dollar bond.
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