Blanchard Wins Tournament as Glenwood, Thurman, Tabor Earn Spots
The Tabor baseball tournament closed with Blanchard taking first money of 120 after three straight wins. Glenwood, Thurman and Tabor split the other purses, each taking one win. The event drew large crowds in calm weather, and a good surplus is likely. no outside players were used by Tabor.
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Tabor
Blanchard
Glenwood
Thurman
Bro, McClintock
the Beacon
All Tabor
Local Visits and Travel Notes From Glenwood
Hastings W D Clark and Fred Greig were in Glenwood on Thursday. Marion Purcell arrived from Alabama to visit his brother Everett Purcell and family. Mrs Sam Stockton visits with her daughter Mrs Nellie Jackson and husband from Lincoln Nebraska. Center couple from near Tabor call on cousin Mrs Ethel Dimmitt. Two sportsmen F A Priest and Dan Cook head for Blue Lake to fish several days. Mrs Verna Johnson drills a chorus for a reunion. Miss Hazel Kirk returns from Akeney after summer with Rev Talley and family. Mr and Mrs F B Brower of Northboro visit J A Cox and family. Miss Grace McDonough returns from Osceola after visiting relatives. Mrs CH Baxter hosts sister Mrs N W Newell and husband from Mt Vernon South Dakota. Mr and Mrs Emery Greenwalt from Chicago visit Samuel Greenwalt and relatives. The Misses Fern and Mae Colling entertain a young friend this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D Clark
Fred Greig
Glenwood
Marion Purcell
Alabama
Everett Purcell
Sam Stockton
Nellie Jackson
Lincoln
Neb
Center
Tabor
Ethel Dimmitt
Priest
Dan Cook
Blue Lake
Verna Johnson
Hazel Kirk
Akeney
Rev Talley
F B Brower
Northboro
J A Cox
Brower
Grace McDonough
Osceola
CH Baxter
N W Newell
Mt Vernon
S Dak
Emery Greenwalt
Chicago
Sanuel Greenwalt
Fern
Mae Colling
Mulholland Store Proprietor Takes An Unusual Summer Vacation
E F Mulholland of Malvern leased Andrews land north of the town and led a crew to harvest 150 to 200 tons of hay. He says the labor, the return to Glenwood’s scene, and the work provided more pleasure than any fishing trip or excursion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fk. E. Mulholland
Mulholland
Malvern
Andrews
Rural carriers excused from daily mail counts in Mills County
Postmaster General orders all rural carriers with 5000 or more pieces delivered and collected in March, April, and May to stop daily piece counts to ease service. In Mills County 17 carriers likely exceed the threshold. Carriers must still report money order apps, registered letters, stamps and cards sold daily. The policy aims to reflect farmers’ appreciation of free delivery.
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Mills County
Land Deal in Rawles Township Near Tabor
The Beacon reports the sale of the 172 acre Bart Kesterson farm two miles northwest of Tabor. John Taylor buys the Kesterson place and trades part payment for a 5 acre farm near Bartlett to Albert Munsinger. Both properties priced at 8125 per acre totaling 25000 dollars, marking a 49 per acre rise in four years since W B Bell owned the Kesterson farm.
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Rawles
Tabor
Beacon
Bart Kesterson
John Taylor
Kesterson
Albert Munsinger
Bartlett
W. B. Bell
Mr. Munsinger
Special Examination Dates Set by Supt Masters at Malvern
Supt George Masters announces a special examination at Malvern during the teachers institute. The tests will be held Friday and Saturday August 27 and 28, the last chance before the fall term begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supt. Geo. Masters
Malvern
Teachers Institute
Two Divorces Sought In District Court Actions
Mrs. Sarah W. Stimson of Glenwood seeks a divorce from Chas Stimson on desertion. They wed in Des Moines in 1874 and she says he deserted her in July 1907. Mrs. Frances May of near Silver City asks divorce from Aaron May alleging cruel and inhuman treatment after their 1886 marriage. Charles B. Irwin requests renewal of liquor dispensing permit for medical uses. Mills County National Bank sues George Co Boileau of Red Oak for 2500 on a note made to R. W. Greenlee of Glewood March 16, 1908, with Greenlee as endorser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah W. Stimson
Glenwood
District Court
Chas. Stimson
Des Moines
Ifrances May
Silver City
Aaron May
Charles B. Irwin
Henderson
Mills County National Bank
George Co. Boileau
Red Oak
R. W. Greenlee
Glewood
Mr. Greenlee
Nishna Ditch Ordered by Pottawattamie Supervisors
The supervisors of Pottawattamie county order construction of the Nishna ditch to straighten the river from Oakland north to the county line, a distance of about 12 miles. The project aims to improve drainage and navigation locally, with work expected to begin next season and funding to be determined by county authorities.
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Pottawattamie County
Nishna River
Oakland
Engineer Killed In Red Oak Plant Disaster
Jacob J. Ross, an engineer, was instantly killed when the fly wheel detached from the engine and tore through the east wall, wrecking the Red Oak Electric Light and Heating plant. Ross was alone in the building. the belt likely broke, and the outfit’s recent machinery adds to the loss. No damage estimate is available for days as Red Oak awaits power restoration.
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Jacob J. Ross
Red Oak Electric Light & Heating Company
Ross
Red Oak
July 1901 Weather Heat Record in Omaha
An Omaha weather report notes July 1901 as the hottest month in bureau history with an average daily temperature of 97 degrees. The mercury stayed at or above 100 for 12 days, peaking at 105 on July 1. The year’s high reached 98, while the 1901 heat was deemed more oppressive overall.
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Omaha Weather Bureau
Upcoming regional events from Malvern to Des Moines
The listing covers events across communities including Malvern Glenwood and Silver City with dates August 23 to 28 August 24 25 26 and September 1 2 3. It mentions a Soldiers Reunion in Hastings Iowa and the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.
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Hastings
Iowa
Des Moines
Plan to Build Nishna River Ditch Drafted for Lower Lands
The passage urges landholders in the lower Pottawattamie region and Mills County to construct a defensive ditch. It proposes a straight 12 mile channel to divert flood waters from the Nishna, arguing that without the ditch floods would threaten lands downstream from the mouth of the proposed canal.
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Pottawattamie
Mills County
Nishna
Odd Fellows Picnic at Silver City in Mills County
The Odd Fellows of Mills County schedule an annual picnic at Silver City on Thursday August 26 with a full program. Parades invocations dedications by Rev Peter Jacobs and H H Huffaker, band music by Spellering’s, recitations by Veda Moore and Harry Plumb, baseball game Fats versus Leans, and a grand dinner at noon followed by an afternoon concert.
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Odd Fellows
Mills County
Silver City
Frank Pullman
Peter Jacobs
Spellering
H. H. Huffaker
Ladies’ Quartet
Spelbring
Veda Moore
W. M. Moore
D.B. Gunn
Vera This Year Humidity Affects Air Conditions
The report notes higher humidity this year influencing air quality and conditions. It mentions Vera as a referenced factor and suggests moisture levels are tracking above normal. Further details on locations or dates are not provided in the readable text.
Beanville Wedding Brings Brass Band Cheer
Beanville residents greeted John Busby’s homecoming with a Saturday brass band welcome. The ceremony occurred in Brick Center with Aunt Susie Watkins. The depot headlight glowed as villagers cheered, some tossing vegetables while the bride stumbled toward the bandleader and the groom celebrated jubilantly.
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Billy Beaneater
Si Wheeler
Seement
Jed Perkins
Jed
Beanville
John Busby
John
Brick Center
Susie Watkins
Corn Valley Railroad
Shovel Corps
Susie
Two Bridal Couples First Occupants of Glenwood Landmark Home
The old A J Russell residence on North Walnut Street in Glenwood has been torn down and its foundation bricks removed. Built in 1857 to house two couples, the home housed the Coolidge and Wheeler families, later becoming a seminary run by Rev. W Cooley before passing to A J Russell. The landmark stood 52 years and linked local history with Mills County’s early institutions.
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A.J. Russell
Walnut Street
l'Phus
Glenwood
Court House
Russell
Chris Plumer
Andrew Schappel
Henry Coolidge
Columbus
Neb
Coolidge
Joseph W. Coolidge
Groom
Edward Blackmar
Mills County
A. J. Russell
Schappel
Congregational Church
L. A. Bower
Bower
Joseph Coolidge
Hastings Reunion Invitation Sparks Curiosity
A fragmented note urges recipients to attend a Hastings reunion promising a good time, hinting at nostalgia and community ties while leaving details scarce.
Neighborhood social brings Center township residents together
A large gathering formed at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Schade near Glenwood as about sixty neighbors and friends arrived with baskets for a day of sociable at the Center township location. Attendees included numerous local families and individuals, with a festive meal and hours of communal visiting recorded before departure around 5 pm.
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Center Township
George Schade
Glenwood
Messers
Mesdames
Phelps
A Mayberry
J M Anthony
Rube Ross
Grover Mayberry
Clarence Genung
Frank Hammona
J M Mickelwait
CN Reasoner
M A Evans
G H Howard
L A Reasoner
Thomas Lloyd
N C Reasoner
W W Wheeler
Social and family notes from Red Oak area
Miss Ellen Noonan spent Saturday with relatives in Red Oak. Mr and Mrs C D Greenwood drove to Silver City Thursday. Dr and Mrs B A Merrit visited a friend in Red Oak Saturday. A surprise party at A Stidd home honored Mrs Stidd. About twenty guests attended and refreshments were served. A country dance was held at John Edie’s home west of town. Ralph Snodgrass visited from Glenwood. Josie Snodgrass McCoy left for Shenandoah to visit relatives before returning to Ulyss Neb. Howard Stidd returned home after two months with his uncle near Glenwood. Mrs Sarah Strickler returned from a short visit in Red Oak. Miss Myrtle Leech and Hattie Gwathmey came from Omaha for a visit. Harold Olites’s two-year-old son is seriously ill three miles east of town.
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Ellen Noonan
Red Oak
C D Greenwood
Silver City
B A Merrit
A Stidd
Mrs Stidd
John Edie
Ralph Snodgrass
Glenwood
Josie Snodgrass McCoy
Shenandoah
Ulysess
Neb
Howard Stdd
Sarah Strickler
Myrtle Leech
Hattie Gwathmey
Omaha
Harold
George Olites
Mills County Teachers Institute Opens In Malvern Next Week
The annual Mills County teachers institute runs all next week at Malvern High School with sessions from Monday to Saturday. Supt Masters says BE R Jackson of Pottawattamie county will assist during the first three days alongside previously announced instructors.
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Mills County Teachers Institute
Malvern
The
Tribune
Supt. Masters
Supt
BE. R. Jackson
Pottawattamie County
Hastings Reunion Event Delights Enthusiasts September 1 2 3
A Hastings gathering invites locals to a three day reunion starting September 1 showcasing themed activities, entertainment, and community milestones. Attendees can expect social events, exhibits, and opportunities to reconnect with longtime residents and visiting former neighbors.
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Bonnell
Jones
Allbee
Hall
Johnson
Nishna Ditch
Old Settlers
Odd Fellows Picnic
Harry Plumb
Fats Vs. Leans
Beanville Breezes
Old Russell Home
Sioux City
Wheeler
Shea
Strahan
Woodrow
Smith
Tubbs
Shipman
Emerson
Mal‘colm
Ivy Campbell
Colorado
Ivy
Malcolm
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