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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1897
Page
5
The Hull council plans to discuss granting a license to open a saloon. Businessmen show mixed views, with some shifting from opposition to cautious support, arguing revenue and local commerce, while skeptics doubt measurable benefit. The issue requires careful, open discussion and fair trial.
The Mutual Insurance Company of Sioux and Lyon Counties publishes its 1896 losses and the percent of loss sustained and paid since 1895. Calvin Hook, secretary, will mail the report to members. Also published this week is the annual statement for members and others renewing life insurance with either inline or mutual associations.
A kitchen fire caused by frozen pipes and a burst boiler on Sunday morning ripped through a vessel. The blast shattered the range and steam pipes, waking guests and crew as the boat took on fire. No one was injured in the incident.
Word notified Monday evening that Comrade John Green, an early Sioux county settler from Pella, has been muster out and buried the next day. A respected Rock Valley resident, the funeral was held at the Reformed church due to travel delays preventing comrades from Hull from attending.
By the undersigned a buffalo robe, Vinder will please return to me and receive reward. C. G. Sawyer.
Auction notices say goods salvaged from a late fire are for sale at reduced prices. Items stored at Harrington and DursRrevise building, Dr Coad's location, with clearance prices and condition details likely provided.
Detroit Journal reports a startled woman waking to claim a man named Phera is in the house. The dialogue contrasts fear with an incredulous claim that a highly advanced woman could be involved.
Local notes from Hull detail visitors and residents with brief mentions of sales dates, auctions, and upcoming elections. The item cites Dr Grout’s clinic schedule, a public sale by Mrs. Weatherwax, and county printing ambitions while noting weather-impacted meetings and national events in Des Moines.
The INDEX prints a jumble of items from Hull and surrounding towns including sales, auctions, and business notices. It mentions Frank Zimmerman, McMichael and Suds sie, a farmers sale led by Mec Janes Graham, and community updates on local officials, insurers, churches, and weather impacts.
The piece describes a social gathering honoring Miss Dillon with a surprise visit by Dillon and friends, followed by a Cuban supper hosted by the W. B. C. ladies at the Armory. A playful table centerpiece and staged tableaux referenced U S aims and Cuban-Spanish forces, ending with a literary entertainment and about $20 raised.
Senator Huspere urges a resolution to reduce legislative committee clerks to one third during the extra session, saving funds amid state treasury concerns. The document also discusses bicycle taxation and the suffrage movement led by Mrs Adelaide Ballard, with notes on the Sioux and suffrage prospects in Iowa.
The upcoming Senate segment appears poised for a drawn vote as staunch Republicans face an opposition coalition including Democrats, Populists, and Silver Senators in a likely stalemate.
The circulated petition asking for eluent rate transferase mileage books was sent to Representative GP Bailey who acknowledged receipt and said it had been referred to the proper committee Report notes that Gailey praised the section for voicing their wishes.
Fragmented OCR summary notes a Washington based War Department defense plan activity described as secretive. Mentions a national recorder and investigations into silent steps and works, with references to underground or punitive measures and ordinances pending.
An unreadable note suggests the Ruck Rapids Review will value two parties and assign responsibility for contents. The fragment mentions KR, Sibley Lindane, and Al Chapie in unclear association with the matter.
The note from Ibis states that OH J Leiderink of Orange City may become a candidate for an appointment to Helland. The iudex supports the appointment as favorable, citing potential benefits for Sax County and related regions.
Sigman Guage of Chicago has been chosen by McKinley to take the Secretaryship at the Treasury. The two main objections have been settled to the satisfaction of a large majority.
A playful historical note recalls a South Dakota episode where the state treasure was buried in a snow bank by a pop governor figure nicknamed the big injun. Officials waited on railroad access to unlock the depository.
Comrade I. 2. Raymond editor of the Franklin County Recorder praised as a top county weekly in Iowa is a candidate for Department Commander. The piece notes his popularity among Grand Army of the Republic members and criticizes the paper for lacking endorsements.
The Craig Club will meet with Mrs Gertrude Winson on Tuesday evening February 5 inviting all interested in literary work to attend. Features include reviews and excerpts from Paul Revere's Ride by Mrs Alma Shetton and other readings.
W J Anderson Aa W Reom Ow Boley and A Vanderbee Jota Van der Haar appear in the readable fragment. The text lacks context or actions to describe events, dates, or places.
Four acres of land in the east end of town with 2 acres in good pasture and a large sod house. Wood stable, outbuildings, and a good well. Cheap with easy terms. Apply at EXDEN ullice. Also ad for Pain Balm use with a damp flannel and a shoulder back pad. Sale by J L Anderson Dengist.
Trade offer cites a fine quarter section of land in Dickey County North Dakota with six acres broke. Includes a half mare from the railroad station. Describes local schooling and reasonable rice. asks to meet this afternoon for arrangements.
Notice is given that the undersigned will receive from the erection and completion of all timber bridges during the year. The bridge will be permanent foot and include all labor material according to plans and specifications on file with the County Auditor before February 14, 1927. Board of Supervisors County.
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