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Newspaper
Iowa Iowa Le Mars Globe Post
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1906
Page
2
The LeMars Globe-Post lists subscription rates by A. P. Cramer. One year costs 1.60, six months 0.75, three months 1.00, with payments in advance.
A Democratic delegate convention of Jews is called to meet in Waterloo on Tuesday August 7, 1906, to nominate a candidate for all state offices and conduct other proper business. Representation bases two delegates per county plus one for each 200 votes over 100 cast for Parker in 1904. Included are names S Morrissey chair and C W Minuma secretary.
Wallace Bros circus delivered strong afternoon and evening shows despite muddy rings and 2 inches of rain. About 2000 attended, below potential 6000, with praise for acts but concerns over graft and ticket grafting near tents. Marshal Gannon halted a separate ticket stand sale. Public behavior was generally good, though pay day caused some unrest.
Mr Adam Waidschildt of Remsen and Miss Varrig Blum of Akrouw wed in St Patricks Church after a large gathering. Miss Mary Conly and Jacob Blum attended, and a wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s home. The groom formerly lived here. they will reside at Remsen. Also noted are community appointments, travel plans, school notes, roadwork, and a death in Akron: Mrs Laura Christianson Fleyt, who died at 20 after an appendectomy, leaving a grieving family near the W.C. Anderson farm. Authorities and residents extend condolences.
The Northwestern Iowa Veteran Association announces a reunion in Hawarden from June 27 to 29, 1906. Noted speakers from Iowa Minnesota and South Dakota will attend both day and evening sessions. Grounds and camp fires free to all. plans invite comrades and public to enjoy June meals by the Big Sioux while hearing tales of the old comrades. G J Shormaker Commander W EB West Adjutant January 17-20
A social dance at Mr. and Mrs. P. G. Wagner’s Ovens home drew a large crowd and good times. Peter Duster recovers from an operation and may leave hospital soon. St Mary’s high school closing exercises planned for June 21. Miss Marie Rebert engaged to Gust with Clara Auckelson as maid of honor. George Tangemann complains about missing sand in the graveyard and threatens action. Barn dance hosted by Herman Frerichs with Stevers harp orchestra. lemonade and coney island served at midnight. Wives Nellie Wramer Frances Hoffman Hulda Pieper Alma Scheel Emma Lindemann return from Cedar Falls State Normal. Mr. and Mrs. Adam Waldschmidt, married in Akron, visit Remsen. Funeral services held at Akron Christian Church. burial at Riverside Cemetery.
Merrill section reports a ten pound baby girl for Mr. and Mrs. John Turton, travel plans for W. J. Lawrence to Canada, engagements of Fred Bryant and Minnie Sargent, Stella Lyons to Bert Philby, and land purchases by G. H. Burrell. It also covers a series of family misfortunes including the deaths of Henry Mullen’s wife and son, a separate shooting incident involving Paul Stullen and his brother, and various visits and social updates. The tone remains local and obituary-like with multiple named individuals and places.
A LeMars resident testifies to relief from back pain, fatigue, and urinary disorders after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Mrs Gebbard describes dull aches, weakness, and sleep disruption improved by the remedy. Sold by dealers for 60 cents. Kuster Millburn Co., Buffalo, sole U.S. agents.
John R Thompson transfers to Frea Metho dist church with June 1406 as date and June 1606 filing for $700 covering block 34 LeMars. Fred A Bennett transfers to Andreas O Cle mentsen dated June 1506 filed June 1806 for $12000 in section 32 and 33 township 47 west.
The German Farmers Mutual Insurance association of Sioux Plymouth and Lyon counties held its general annual meeting at Lester Lyon county on June 5 with Henry F Becker presiding. Three Lyon county directors Meyer Reimers Hoek were re-elected for three years and John Viotho was re-elected as agent for Reading township. The company reported 3 020 000 in policies with 15 000 policy holders. The meeting adjourned after electing Henry F Besker Hans Moeller and John Klown to officer posts.
Harry Lee killed a large trey wolf Friday while it was killing a sowl for Mr. Lee. The wolf, among several in the area, has been blamed for livestock losses as wolves grow bold, even entering feed lots. The animal’s carcass was sent to Sioux City for bounty.
A detailed listing of expenditures approved by the Board of Supervisors at the regular June 1908 session. Includes payments to Peter Arendt for prisoner's care, Struble for fines commissions, county officers, supplies, office services, gas and light for court house and jail, repairs, witness fees, juror meals, and various vendors. Names include Geo A Smith, Wm Carel, LS Prather, WH Weber, Fred Bogg, J Cunningham, J A Evans, LeMars entities, and multiple townships.
Notice is given that a resolution ordering the construction of a sewer along Park street between Fifth and Sixth streets in LeMars Iowa has been filed. The eight inch No 1 vitrified sewer pipe will run north on Park Street between blocks 79 and 95 to Sixth Street and connect with the sewer on Sixth Street with costs charged to abutting properties. Objections must be filed with the city clerk by 8 p.m. on June 29 1906.
Plymouth County Iowa LeMars May 31 1906 report to the Board of Supervisors presenting expenditures and condition of county funds from January 1 to June 1 1906. Includes warrants outstanding and treasury repaid figures with amounts.
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