Boy Wayne Conner dies in hunting accident near Humeston
A coroner inquest found sixteen year old Wayne Albert Conner died from an accidental discharge of his repeating rifle while hunting near Humeston. The tragedy occurred as he set his gun down after a dog barked in nearby timber. Wayne was the son of Walter and Sylvia Conner and left behind three sisters. His funeral at the Christian Church drew a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wayne Conmer
Wayne
Walter Conner
W. Spensler
Humeston
Glenn McCollough
Hutchinson
McCullough
Wayne Conner
Bert Joy
Roy Able
Mrs. Able
Mr. Conner
Dr. McCulloch
Herman Robinson
Floyd Able
Able
Glenn McCullough
Christian Church
Boly
API
Pontius
Wayne Albert Conner
Walter H. and
Sylvia Gibbs Conner
Aameston
Thelma
Althorately
M. E
U. S
Geo. Gardner
S. S
Green Bay
Porter Dies Suddenly After Kidney Illness Near Humeston
Ira J. Porter a longtime Humeston area farmer died at his home from uremic poisoning after a short illness. He was 62, survived by his wife Emma Hochensmith and seven children. Funeral held in Humeston Christian Church followed by burial in Humeston cemetery. Governor Kendall attends conference in Charleston and discusses Iowa corn aid and potential railroad rate cuts.
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Porter
Humeston
Gee. Palmer
Wm. Able
Hume
Ira J. Porter
James W
Nancy Jane Porter
McArthur
Benton Co
Ohio
Bro. Porter
Iowa
Harvey Porter
Flora Neal
James
Grover
Flora
Emma Coleman
Jeanette
Kenneth
Anna B. Hochensmith
Bro
Harvey
Clara McKinley
Evelyn O'Keeffe
Stockton
Calif
Nellie Langridge
San Francisco
Jay Porter
Dimba
Calif Millard
Porter’s Corners
Thurlow
Russelville
Ark
Ames
Jay
Millard
American Bible Society
Humeston Christian
Cede
Kendall
Charleston, &S. C
Chicago
Des Moines
Moving to Loveland J E Maggett to Manage Large Boise Yard
J E Maggett and family plan to move to Loveland Colorado where he will start as manager of a large lumber yard for the Boise Payette company, a major U.S. lumber firm. He will sell personal belongings December 17, visit relatives in the county south part, then begin the new job early next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Maggett
Loveland
Colo
Boise‘Payette Company
United States
Long- Bell Company
Mudgeta
Yamerton
Last Survivor Discusses Andersonville Prison Ordeal
John E Conner of Humeston recalls sixty days in Andersonville during the Civil War just before Shermans March to the Sea. He was among about two thousand exchanged on September 22. He describes a spring breaking out after heavy rain, bringing water to the camp, and the extreme starvation and misery of 25 000 prisoners on fifteen acres awaiting exchange.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Register
Anderson
Ville
Humeston
John E- Conner
Sherman
Conner
Local market prices for livestock and grains
Quotations from local firms show hogs under packers strike with no market. Poultry prices list leghorn hens and heavy birds at 13 to 17 cents, turkeys at 38 cents, and feed grains including corn oats and wheat with modest quotes.
Farewell Party For Aunt Eva Before Long Beach Trip
The Caldwell nephews and nieces gathered at Dc. R. Poland’s home to bid Aunt Eva goodbye as she departs for Long Beach California. Forty four relatives enjoyed oysters music and games while sharing laughs and well wishes for a safe journey home to Boise Idaho.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Caldwell
Dc. R. Poland
Eva
Long Beach
California
Devo
Af and Am Election of Officers at Lodge
The lodge calls for elections of officers and other matters of importance this Thursday December 8 1921. Full attendance is desired by J A Courtright Secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Courtright
Bec
Modern Woodmen Elect Officers in Blue Grass Camp
Tonight December 1st the Blue Grass camp of Modern Woodmen of America elected officers to be installed January first. Consul E B McConnell Adviser W H Windsor Banker Paul Young Clerk 8 W Lewis Escort N J Kipper Watchman Jas J Smith Sentry J P Gunzenhauser Manager R R Stiles Camp Physician Dr Geo McCulloch After adjournment members enjoyed fresh oysters at Swafford's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blue Grass
E. BL. McConnell
W. H. Windsor
Paul Young
Swafford's
Rustic Romeo and local visits noted in home news
Home news items list visits and travel among residents. Mrs. Fred Tipford visits Weldon. Mrs. Hyde travels to Centerville. Miss Helen Menoher to Corydon for school business. families gather at Mystic and Humeston. cattle market trips to Chicago. property exchanges between M. Scovel and J. Wheeler. railroad talks with Centerville officials. extended visits to Chanute and Lamoni.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Menoher
Corydon
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Gilbert Conner
Wayne Coriner
Moriday
I. J. Porter
Colorado
Jack Kuykendahl
Iva Gordon
Iy Birlingmair
M. E. Church
Grand River
Roy Anderson
Centerville
Andersons
R. C. Kestler
Dorothy
Arnold Gaunt
Eureka
A. L. Edwards
Papei
Ol’ Dobbin
Andersonville
W. Mirks
Central Office
Central
Atl
Gratis R. G. Woollis
Allerton
Fred
W. Cc. T. U Indies
Mrs. Grey
Oskaloosa
Jay Dennis
Ray Surbaugh
Woodmen
Home News
Fred Tipford
Weldon
T. G. Hyde
Frank Sampson
John Musser
Oda Barr
Jiles McGhee
Woodburn
S. W. Lewis
Nellie
J. D. Clapp of
Chariton
J. L. Rodruck
Wm. Wailes
Gene
Hazel
Mystic
Fried Kyner
Geo. McCart
Blockley
Chas. Roush
Tingley
Jay B
Gay Allison
Herman Robison
Tom Lewis
Judge Williams
South Dakota
Wayland Miller
Ft. Madson
Cedar Falls
J. E. Snyder
Lee Dennis
Chanute
Kansas
M. A. Scovel
J. F. Wheeler
Mr. Scovel
Hirby Place
Wheeler
Frank Scovel
Ande O
St.nhepe
Glen Teater
Burlington Roads
Harry Foland
Deulah
Lamoni
Rush Mille
Baby
Vick. Miller
Migkie
Lee McKinley
Keokuk
Tra Porter
McKinley & Boyd
Jeanette Porter
Oole Dent
Mandy
W. J. Shepherd
J. W. Smith
J. N. McConnell
Mary Curtis
Russell
Sadie Lewis
Mace
Martin Gaiser
Burlington
Richman Township Farm Bureau
J.C. Boyce
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