Fourth of July Celebrations Across Neighboring Towns
Rain dampened picnics but Treton and nearby towns hosted large Fourth gatherings. Rock Valley drew the most visitors with a ball game in Hawarden and Parker teams competing in forenoon play. Residents, including the Satterlees and Moris family, shared meals, croquet, tennis, and a grand fireworks display despite showers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treton
Rock
Imiddy
Rock Valley
Hawarden
Far Rock Valley
Parker
T. ©. Parker and Family
Mire
J. A. Jenson
F. A. Hiodgin
Snd
E. C. Carpenter
J. H. Pryor
O. B Keseey
L. D. Satterlee
Cyclone memories and county association aims discussed
A letter recalls a 1858 cyclone that struck eastern parts of Ti nois causing widespread destruction and injuries to Florence Elser and her family in Marcis. The piece then outlines aims of a local association to oppose adulterated goods laws, promote fair legislation, educate merchants, and improve countywide prosperity with public meetings upcoming in Hawarden on July 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence Elser
Marcis
E. Gandy
Ireton
Elser
Tinois
Mra. Eber
Maine
Moore Elected President of Sioux City & Feta Railway
The board of directors elected Dr. J Moore as president at a Sioux City meeting last Saturday. The change shifts control away from farmers, with Moore, a Sioux City grocer executive, expected to influence stock sales and project progress. Surveying is to begin next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Directors
Sioux City
Sious City& Feta Taterstuen Railway
J. Moore
Ontgomely
Ita
Moore
C. Shenkberg Co
Montgomery
Sioux County Retail Merchants Association Formed at Alton
The Sioux County Retail Merchants Association organized June 15 1905 in Alton Indiana by the Retail Merchants of Sioux County to pursue mutual improvements and community benefit. It will affiliate with the Iowa State Retail Merchants Association to unite efforts against perceived abuses by larger corporations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Astan Merchants Association
Retail Merchants of
Sioux County
Alton
Insect maple scale threatens many trees in town
Bulletin explains the maple scale Pulvinaria quotersa bilié attacking trees. Soap kerosene sprays and winter kerosene emulsions offer control with multiple applications from May to July. Cold-water drenching provides partial relief but needs repetition. Eggs hatch July, young scales spread bark and leaves. Public notices promote excursion rail fares to the Pacific Coast.
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Ara
Juty
Sugar Price Pushable at $5.98 Cash Sale
Sugar traders announce No 1 cane sugar at 5.98 per sack cash only for spot purchases on Saturday July 8. Vendors stress immediate cash payment to secure goods as market has held above 6 dollars.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Edor Parker
Warren Littie
Fred Parker
Sarah Coons
Edgar Satterlee
Meécara IL
Shuson
O. B. Kessey
Collins
L. F. Morris
E. W. Black
F. J. Kinter
F. S. Wing
Hugh Iria
A. T. Stafford
Oe Cooper
Grace and
Nellis Edwards
Mies Aveline Vander Hamm
Dick Rising
Chas, Irwin
J. FE. Morris
Phos. Lean On
Arthur Edwards
Chas
Chenhail
Keacher
Maurice
Hawardén
Thuraday
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Portland
Tacoma
Seattle
Pacific Coast
California Express
Chicago & North-Western A’s
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Waite Drug Co
Barre
Trusts
Ats
Ere
Chicago
ASU
Yvwire
Fie
Arbrick Refrigerator
la Belle
Gurney
E.fair & CO
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