Ireton Moves to Welcome Electric Interurban Line
Ireton City Council at a special session pledged hearty cooperation for a Sioux City Ireton interurban railroad. The proposal, backed by packing interests, would bring an electric line to Ireton with potential terminal elevator plans and depot grounds sought locally.
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Van Allen line woolgathering sparks local clash
In a bustling town the Van Allen Telephone Co arrived with wires alarming locals. A Monday meeting decided to block the line unless it connects town phones, or else impose a $3000 connection fee for country phones.
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van Allen Telephone Co
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May Change Name Rev H F Maust to Attend Conference
Rev H F Maust of Evansville plans to travel to Bristol Tennessee next Saturday for the German Brethren church representatives conference. He says a name change is likely to reflect language diversity among members and notes few understand traditional Pennsylvania Dutch.
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Honor the Soldier Dead Day Observed in Freton
The article notes the annual observance honoring fallen soldiers to be held as usual in Freton with C. A. Ro and W. A. C. assisted by local citizens.
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C. A. Ro
Memorial Day observances honor veterans in Ireton and area
The article notes annual Memorial Day rites in Ireton with veterans from the G A K and W R C. The program includes a memorial sermon by Rev J P Linn, a march to the grove, and graveside rituals led by the G A R. It also reports bond settlement talks for Sioux County and local census figures.
McKinley House Fire Near Ireton total loss
Five miles southwest of Ireton the McKinley farm residence burned Tuesday morning with its contents. A kit chen stove and ignition of live coals caused the blaze. Loss estimated about $1000, partly insured. An electrical power plant is being installed in Sheldon by O E Logan to supply lights and power to mills. Ila Gilbert, daughter of Rev and Mrs Gilbert, celebrated her seventh birthday with a small party and refreshments.
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Merrill Reorganizes its Local Ball Club
Merrill seeks to rebuild its noted ball team as the Rock Valley district fair dates are set for September 5 6 and 7. Granville downed Marcus four to three in a recent town game. A class of nine will graduate from Hull high school this week. A dance of Princess by Tennyson featured at class day. Smallpox appears in Fredonin township Plymouth county prompting precautions. Rumors say Rock Valley Bee may change hands and editor Brown may seek county superintendent post in Sioux county.
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