W. E. Kline Seriously Injured In Roof Fall At Malvern
William E. Kline, a noted Malvern resident, fell twelve to sixteen feet from a garage roof near Strahan while helping to build it. He struck his head on concrete, was unconscious, and remained so after being taken to Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. Skull base fracture and multiple injuries reported. doctors hopeful but condition very serious.
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William E. Kline
Malvern
Zeno Bass, Jr
Strahan
Council Bluffs
Edmundson Hospital
Achenbach Johnson Marriage Solemnized at St Josephs
James H. Achenbach of Big Place and Margaret Johnson of Creston were married at St. Josephs Church in Missouri on Wednesday September 12. The groom's many Malvern friends congratulate the couple as they plan to live in Malvern. He works as an electrician for Malvern Light and Power Company.
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James H. Achenbach
Big Place
Malvern Light & Power Company
Malvern
Creston
Presbyterian Church Sunday School and Worship Schedule
The Presbyterian Church invites attendance at Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship follows at 7:30 p.m. Topics are My Neighbor why he is not a church goer and The Gates of Hell. A men’s class promotes active participation and social events, including a Thursday gathering at X. A Imel’s home, emphasizing practical discussions on beans and potatoes and friendly outreach.
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Hell
X. A.imel
He Thought It Was Some Corn Field
Pittsburgh September 10 1917 Wortman Publisher Malvern Leader Malvern Dear Sir Allow me through the columns of your valued and enter prising paper to express to you my appreciation of its weekly visits during the past six months and to my good friend and comrade Hon C W Black I am indebted I have been very much interested in reading the column A Brief History by John D Paddock of Malvern which recalls pleasant visits in Malvern years gone by meeting with your representative business men and comrades of the Civil War and memories and incidents connected
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Pittsburgh
Malvern
A Pittsburgh Citizen Sees Corn Field Wealth in Mills County
J W Boyd of Beaver Pennsylvania, visiting Mills County with comrade Black, recalls driving 25 miles to Sidney to view corn fields. He notes vast golden grain seen along roads, then a 4 miles square fenced field back home. He thanks friends Charley and others for the experience and signs off.
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Black
Pittsburgh
Mills County
Joseph
Sidney
Walt
Charley
Malvern
J. W. Boyd
Beaver
Lathen and Piper dissolve stake in Studebaker Garage
Last week H H Lathen sold his interests in the Studebaker Garage to partner H J Piper. Piper takes full control and the firm will be The Studebaker Garage H J Piper proprietor. Lathen plans to stay in Malvern until spring.
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H. H. Lathen
Studebaker
H. J. Piper
Campaign to save feed for livestock urged in Chicago note
Chicago 1917 appeal urges conservation of meat supplies by cutting and saving corn stalks and straw. It cites alfalfa at 15 to 20 dollars a ton, scarce western ranges, and poor hay crops. Field cured corn and corn stalks prove good roughage. urging farmers to cut and shock corn before it's too late to avert livestock losses. J B Lamson notes campaign support from G B L QR in Chicago.
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Chicago
Nebraska
Pleasant sendoff for Miss Marion Hammers at church
Miss Marion Hammers received a surprise farewell from her Sunday School class at the M. BE Church last Thursday night. About fifteen girls attended, presenting her with a handkerchief, then enjoyed games and refreshments as she prepares to leave for college.
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Marion Hammers
M. BE. Church
Marion
Miss Hammers
Temperance Forces Urge County Meeting To Organize for Election
A Glenwood mass meeting on Friday September 21 aims to organize the Allied Temperance Forces of Iowa in Mills County for the October 15 constitutional amendment vote on prohibition. Ex Mayor Jas R Hanna leads the effort with state workers present to mobilize voters and boost turnout for the temperance cause.
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Temperance
Glenwood
Iowa
Towa
Allied Temperance
Jas. R. Hanna
Des Moines
Mills County
Court House
Minister Gable to attend Des Moines conference
Pastor M A Gable of the Malvern Methodist Church left Tuesday for Indianola to join the annual conference of the Des Moines conference. He has had a highly successful two year pastorate and received an unanimous invitation to return, making his reappointment likely. Malvern and the Methodist church would be fortunate in his return.
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M. A. Gable
Methodist Church
Indianola
Des Moines
Fall Styles in Millinery in Malvern Showroom
A Mallvern millinery feature highlights Mrs. M. L. Hiett offering one of the largest hat stocks in southwest Iowa with broad color ranges from blacks to vivid reds and blues. Styles range from Tam o Shanter to wide brims with varied trimmings including Chenille yarns ribbons and brocades. Prices span fifty cents to fifty dollars with many hats around five dollars or less.
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M. L. Hiett
Malvern
Lyons
Edward the First as Early Advertising Reformist
History recalls King Edward the First who sought lasting honor and immediate public benefit by prudent rule. His administration contrasted with Henry III’s spendthrift policies, emphasizing honest practice, courteous service, and trustworthy advertising since a merchant must honor promises to retain customers. A modern adage echoes this, replacing caveat emptor with a slogan: a satisfied customer is a good advertisement.
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Edward the First
England
Henry the Third
Edward
Wall
Old Settlers Meet Sept 28 at Malvern
Preparations are underway for the Old Settlers gathering in Malvern on Friday September 28 with a strong program. Key speakers include Hon J B Weaver of Des Moines and local figures such as Hon John Y Stone H H Huffaker R M Shipman Hon Frank Shinn Uncle Henry DeLong Col A J Chantry and C W Black. The event features short talks music a picnic dinner games and free watermelons.
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Malvern
J. B. Weaver
Des Moines
John Y. Stone
Glenwood
H. H. Huffaker
Silver City
R. M. Shipman
Emerson
Frank Shinn
Carson
Henry DeLong
Council Bluffs
A. J. Chantry
C. W. Black
Good Acreage Of Wheat Campaign Aids Farmers
The Federal Department of Agriculture recalls Special Wheat Agent C W Hammans after weeks in Mills Fremont and Page counties. Seed wheat enough to meet season needs has been located and 1800 acres will be sown in Monroe township Fremont county. County Defense Council chair C T Genung says the campaign is worthwhile and farmers are cooperating, with prices and government guarantees discussed. For fall seed wheat, contact the Agricultural Extension Department Ames Iowa.
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Federal Department of Agriculture
C. W. Hammans
Mills
Fremont
Page
John Oatis
Imogene
Monroe Township
Fremont County
C. T. Genung
Glenwood
Defense Council
Hammans
Agricultural Extension Department
Ames
Iowa
Big Mills County land deals highlight brisk real estate market
Cadwells and Salyers report strong demand in Mills County real estate with several recent sales. Lulu Kilpatrick’s 120 acres near Clark sold to Frank Gohlinghurst for 116 dollars per acre. A A Benton’s 80 acres northeast of Malvern sold to Q O Quimby for 185 dollars per acre. A D Bradley’s 196 ½ acres south of Clark sold to Dr J O Laird for 200 dollars per acre. The brokers call Mills County land in good demand despite a tough corn crop.
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A. D. Bradley
Clark
J. O. Laird
Mills County
Country church ladies enjoy afternoon at Robbins home
The W F M S of the Presbyterian church gathered at the country home of Mr. and Mrs. H Robbins last Thursday with about thirty members. After the program, Mrs. Robbins served splendid refreshments. Attendees reported a pleasant time and hope to be invited again.
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The
Presbyterian Church
White's Horses Win In Eastern Races
In Chicago on September 17 1917 Geo H White reports strong Eastern circuit results for Peter Dallas Avierton Heir and Dan Mack. Wins at Madison Indianapolis and Springfield with top money, notes rain affected times and future travel through Columbus Sedalia Lexington and mentions Ruth Law flying plans and Malvern visits.
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Geo. H. White
Chicago
Monroe
Wis
Madison
Peter Dallas
Avierton Heir
Dan Mack
Indianapolis
Ind
Pete
Dan
Allerton
Springfield
Ill
Allerton Heir
Columbus
Ohio
Sedalia
Lexington
White
Ruth Law
Malvern
Denver
Lincoln Highway
G, H, White
Ball at Hammack Hall Promises Saturday Music Nights
Ball at Hammack Hall every Saturday starts September 22 with good music. All invitees welcome. couples favored as gentlemen must be accompanied by ladies. Easy dancing and socializing noted for the event.
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Hammack Hall
Gants
Fruit Sale by Missionary Society at Church Basement
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Christian Church will conduct a frit sale in the church basement on Saturday September 22 with opening at 10 20 a m. Also notice the second installment of taxes is due this month to avoid penalty Maxwell County Treasurer M 20
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Woman's Missionary Society of the Christian Church
Maxwell
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Ewe
W. E. Kline
Zeno Bass Place
Skull
Achenbach-Johnson
J. G. Lamson
J. B. Lamson
Agriculturist
BY Nels Darling
Pactum Serva
OLD Settlers
Pottawattamie
Cadwell & Salyers
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