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Newspaper
Humboldt County Republican
Location
Humboldt, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
7
Humboldt area items recount a broad mix of local happenings including post office letter requests, real estate and tax matters, a sheriff sale of a dog mortgage, a divorce granted with custody, school and church events, and a parade for Memorial Day. Reports mention Renwick Palo Alto and Dakota City with names like Mrs. Harris, J. Cantwell, J. W. Vester, Rev. Money, Ezra Welles, and L.2 Mired among others.
Humboldt High School plans a commencement program at the opera house on Friday evening June 1. The event features vocal and instrumental performances by students including the Humboldt Orchestra, a senior class presentation, diploma ceremonies, and a greeting reception. The program also notes decoration day activities and community notices.
Local churches announce a busy slate of services, meetings, and elections. M Bernwell notes a quarterly meeting and Epworth League officers. Baptist services led by Dr Cathcart with a memorial sermon rescheduled. Congregational programs include graduate sermon, summer lectures for youth, and a council meeting. Unity Church covers sundry sermons on religion, science, and Humboldt, plus a quarterly gathering and baccalaureate for Humboldt College graduates.
Frank Gotch and Linn Ruby are set for a Monday evening bout at the Humboldt opera house. The long rivalry fuels expectations of a splendid match in a likely final meeting, with free admission for ladies.
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