17 Jan 1913
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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1913
Page
1
The item surveys a mix of community happenings and short notices. It mentions marriage ceremonies, church matters, a new photographer, a family welcoming a baby, and a local pastor’s move. It also notes a music student Grace Cole returning to study, and a local newspaper staffer at Rock Valley Register.
The obituary honors Maria Leieh Kaewel who died January 1 after years of illness. Survived by children Nick Knewel Sioux Falls and others in Struble and Sioux Center, the article notes her hard work, gardening in Hull, and family ties. Services were held at the Sayer home in Struble and at the Catholic church with a High Mass. burial followed in the silent city.
A historical county annual statement outlines officers and salaries, with a sworn affidavit by J. M. Van Wyk as President and J. De Koster as Secretary. It includes assessments for the past five years and notes on public duties, followed by farm and garden tips and a subscription offer for The Homestead. Subscriptions promoted and local staff movements noted.
The document outlines Vander Schaaf and associates offering to install over 400 tungsten street lamps and provide electric service. It covers franchise terms, rate schedules, construction of lines, pole placements, and a special January election to approve or deny the franchise. It includes conditions for meters, maximum rates, and a five year contract term.
The mayor proclaims a special election in the town on Tuesday January from 8 to 7, under state rules of Iowa. Voters will decide the franchise issue as outlined in the above resolution and are to govern themselves by official notice. Witness date and signature appear from the mayor.
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