Sermon Inspires Humeston Class Of 1908 At Congregational Church
Rev. J A Ross delivered the bacelauresta sermon to Humeston High School’s 1908 class at the Congregational church with assistance from Rev. Heike of the Church of Christ. The address urged self confidence, discovering one’s vocation, using opportunities, investing personal resources, and remaining approved unto God. The large choir and decorated church complemented a well received session reflecting on courage, faith, and duty.
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Humeston High School
Congregational Church
J. A. Ross
Methodist Church
Heike
Church of Christ
Ross
Nature
Colgate
Iowa
Harvey Brown
Walter Scott
Apostle Paul
Wayne county primary slates list filed candidates and offices
The Corydon Times reports Wayne county candidates for primary ballots. Listings cover COUNTY RECORDER Republicans H W Leighton E L Trobridge J W Day Democrat Harry E Morrett. CLERK OF THE COURTS Republicans H P Chrisman Democrat P F B Selby. COUNTY AUDITOR Republicans D E Bettis A A Dotts Democrat John Morrison Jr. COUNTY ATTORNEY Republicans F H Baltimore K E Sallman Democrat D D Shirley. COUNTY SHERIFF Republicans S W Wright J E Glover B Allison Democrat W S Richard E Merrick R B Kinger. SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS Republicans Nell Rea Democrat M Jane Reddick. COUNTY TREASURER Republicans B T Jared Democrat G F Miller. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Republicans W J Hillyard A M Moore M V B Wright Democrat C H Loughman John Hoschar Republican Albert F Wright. Democrat None. Also marriage note: Lloyd Guinn and Laura Louise Saling wed in Memphis Missouri with best wishes from The Times-Republican.
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H. WV. Leighton
Howard Township
E. L. Trobridge
Warren
J. W. Day
Corydon
Harry E. Morrett
Union Township
H. P. Chrisman
South Fork Township
PF. B. Selby
Corydon Township
S. W. Wright
Wright Township
J. E. Glover
Walnut
B. Allison
W. 8. Richard
Coryydon Township
E. Merrick
R. B. Kinger
South Fork
Nell Rea
Township
M. Jane Reddick
Walnut Township
B. T. Jared
G. F. Miller
Board OF Supervisors
J.hillyard
Benton Township
A. M. Moore
M. V. B. Wright
Clio
C. H.loughman
John Hoschar
Lloyd Guinn
J. A. Rice
Nora Kittle
Memphis
Laura Louise Saling
Guinn
Wayne County Bank
Lloyd
R. E. Guinn
Wayne County State Bank
the Times-Republican
For a Beautiful Town Humeston Summer Pride Message
A civic note urges Humeston residents to keep the town presentable all summer, invoking a vision of earthly splendor and divine blessing. The appeal emphasizes civic pride and ongoing care to maintain the town’s appearance and spirit.
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Humeston
Memorial Sunday Service and Decoration Day Plans
Memorial Sunday May 24 will be observed at the Congregational church with Rev. Putnam delivering the sermon and assisted by Revs. Ross and Heike. Arrangements are under way for Decoration Day with A. J. Penick of Chariton delivering the principal address.
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Congregational
Putnam
Ross and
Heike
A. J. Penick
Chariton
Humelton Defeats Garden Grove In Close Baseball Game
Last Saturday afternoon Humelton defeated Garden Grove High 8 to 2 in a tight contest. Huneston led with eight hits while Garden Grove managed four. The battery was Chas Huneston and Thomas, with strong support from the rest of the Humelton lineup. Garden Grove scored twice in the first inning, then Humelton pulled away in the third as H Hasbrouck drove a high fly toward the outfield fence. The game remained competitive into the eighth inning with eight total runs. Players mentioned include Dunn Cim H Hasbrouck and L Hasbrouck.
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Garden Grove High School
Huneston
the Grove
Chas. Huneston
Thomas
Garden Grove
Hameston
H. Hasbrouck
Dunn
Cim
Humes Lton
Brittan
L. Hasbrouck
Corner Block Rebuilds Under Local Contractor
Dr George McCulloch awards contract to Alex Mardis of Corydon to rebuild his fire destroyed business block. Mardis also handling Humeston State Bank reconstruction, slated for completion soon. He is a popular experienced builder in southern Iowa known for first class work.
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George McCulloch
Alex Mardis
Corydon
Mardis
Humeston State Bank
Iowa
Humeston Declares Friday Cleaning Up Day
Mayor Goodrich designates next Friday as a townwide cleaning up day in Humeston. Citizens are urged to clear alleys vacant lots and residences to improve beauty and sanitation, following a nationwide trend of similar municipal efforts.
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Goodrich
Humeston
Hemeston
Gundrich
Wright for Member of Board in Wayne County
ALO VY. BL Wright of Clio precinct Grand River township seeks the office of member of the board of supervisors. He is a longtime farmer turned merchant with a large store in Clio and a strong local business, praised for honesty and enterprise. His candidacy awaits the Republican primary decision on June 2.
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Alo VY
BL Wright
Clio
Grand River Township
Board of Supervisors
Wayne County
Wright
To Be Elected at Large Auditors Plan Board Reform
Auditor Neil acting on County Attorney Carter advice backtracks on districting by county at large vote. County plan to create three districts for board of supervisors stalled until June. primary two years hence, so current elections remain countywide. Commercial Club meeting set at town hall with annual officer election and strong turnout urged for Friday at 7:15 PM.
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Neil
Carter
Board of Supervisors
Neil Iof
Jar
Commercial Club
Twenty Years Ago in Des Moines and Nearby Tales
A Des Moines weekly retrospective recalls wet weather, local visits, and aging landmarks. Notables include N Caldwell of Lewisburg, Mrs. Newcomb, and a park improvement drive led by EH Brown. School, church repairs, and a proposed St Louis to Sioux City railroad loom amid social events and marriages. News notes cover a washing machine factory idea, tax votes for park upgrades, and regional travel. Obituary news notes the Seattle death of Mrs. Otellars, with family ties across Humeston and Clay township.
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Anna Lynch
Humeston
Oamaha
Patrick O’hearn
James W. Robinson
Hattie Stulz
Cornell
Goinnup
William Miller
St. Louis
Sioux City
Hunneston
O. G. Vale
W. L. White
C. S. Rogers
Corydon
G. W. Garcom
J. B. McGuire
ML McGuire
A. Grant
Lewisburg
Massie
G. B. van Sann
Jearn Sith Depy Gret
Otellars
Seattle
Washington
Jeeves
Simdar
Wasa
C.F. Wistmeier
Clay Township
Rinkler
Pln. Holm
Cho
Frank Rinkler
Hyes
Washington State
Theo
Attle
Fires scorch Decatur county with three blazes in a week
In southern Iowa Decatur county faced three fires in a single week, including two residences and one barn. Leon plans a grand July 4 dedication for a new courthouse, while losses are partly covered by insurance as preparations for a monster celebration proceed.
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Leon
Decatur County
Iowa
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County Recorder
D. E. Bettis
Clinton Township
A. A. Dotts
John Morrison, Jr
Jackson Township
F. H. Baltimore
K.E. Sallman
D. D. Shirley
Warren Township
Sheeier
Albert F. Wright
Guinn-Saling
BY Young A Ce
Grammar Room
Hattie McCart
Dell Berry
Berdina Fisher
Mrs. Newell
Georgie Shaw
Helen Putnam
Olive Heit
Verna Richard
Marie Rinard
Wilma Barker
Edith Joy
Chloe Bone
Mabel Marsh
Cleo Sponster
Fred
Florence Hinchliffe
Spiano
Margaret Putnam
Miriam Ross
Clair Bristol
Mrs. Hinchliff
Memorial Services
Humelton
Grove
Merrell Mulkinnix
Ralph Brittan
Butler Sullivan
Lester Hasbrouck
Lawrence Dunn
Leo Thomas
Hugh Ulm
Charley Humeston
Henry Hasbrouck
New Court House
Des Moines
N. Caldwell of
Ciear
WLC. T. Planet
S. P. Newcomb
M. EL
J.B. Meredick
Janes Finnes
Lasn Council
EH. S. Brown
L. M. Stanton
Presbyterian Church
Prof. Hollday
Elw. Thorn Ant
Ster
Sinar
Nebraska
Otto Simdars
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