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Newspaper
Mills County Tribune
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1903
Page
1
Glenwood news items report Arthur Thomas welcoming a girl at Jamison farm, Texas rice interest by Co W Rathke, bowling scores led by Tom Hall with 232, local property transfers including August Voss sale, school and church updates, and civil matters such as a divorce suit by Rose E. Kildow and Sheriff activity. Also noted are local weather glimpses, business changes and community notices across Mills county.
Friday night Teddy Trixson died from convulsions caused by whooping cough after hours of pain. Funeral held Sunday at one. Rev. R K Shaw officiated. Elmer E Hixson of Villisea, Ar Hixson's brother, attended during the illness and death. Separately, State Bank of Glenwood added stockholders George T Estes B S Bogart and W Co Lasmiutt, enhancing bank strength and potential growth.
The lca Harvest reports the ice season starting this week with strong prospects for abundant cooling stock. B K Windham began selling ice from northeast townhouses while crews haul from J W Murphys pond west of town Cheyney Bros ice house on the north side. Commons & Cogley clear first ice crop then pack later. Ice measures 12 inches thick and continues freezing with excellent quality.
Supervisor Geo Estes runs the Missouri bottom corn buying operation. His cribs bulge with grain as Monday shellers work to save space by removing cobs. At his farm west of Pacific City he stores about 16 000 bushels now and foresees 25 000 by winter end. He feeds 200 head of cattle, all described as fine.
Mrs. M. W. Rogers attends the Carson nuptials of Miss Nelly Perkins and farmer John Cross. The bride’s Rinaj cloth dress, woven from pine apple bark fiber by Mrs. Rogers, fascinates locals as a standout creation admired by many present.
The Missouri river has repeatedly shifted to favor B E Lincoln of Platteville township since 1885. Over 25 years he acquired about 400 acres by deed with another 500 acres added as the river deposited soil along the Nebraska bank. A railroad project has encroached a half mile on his land, reducing the risk of river retreat.
The Degree of Honor elected officers Tuesday night led by Mrs. K. Rishell as Past Chief and Mrs. J. Rether as Chief of Honor. Other officers include Mrs. M. Crewdson Lady of Honour, Mr. K. Hdwards Chief of Ceremonies, Mrs. L. Standford Usher, Mrs. F. Duran Recorder, Mrs. I. Storey Financier, Mrs. Jether Receiver, Will Rishell Inner Watch, Mr. M. M. Crewdson Outer Watch, and Mrs. I. Storey trustee for six months. Kate Rishell elected Grand Lodge representative for Sioux City meeting in May. Fannie lyuvan named alternate.
The Missouri River lies frozen and treacherous with weak ice unable to support teams. A recent footing flood caused a large hole in the 3000 bridge, sending a section downstream. locals anticipate thicker ice to form while the old ferry resumes service for winter crossings.
Rumors of cashier T Q Records retirement prove true as he steps down after helping form the bank in 1899. Auditor CG P Male resigns and will take Records place next Tuesday. Tile and family to remain in Glenwood. Tile is predicted to have a successful new career. BAT Apan joins auditor’s office with duties starting Monday. O B Shay stays on briefly to ensure smooth operations. C B E Dean succeeds A B Cook as county attorney in the courthouse changes.
Taken to Mt. Pleasant Mills county has sent her first patient to the inebriate ward at Mt. Pleasant. On complaint of his father Joe Pangburn the barber was yesterday taken to Mt. Pleasant by Sheriff Morgan after first going to Sidney where Judge Thornell administered a sentence of 18 months. Joe went very readily and it is to be hoped he will be cured of his besetting weakness for whiskey.
Joseph Wright through his attorney Judge Lewis filed a suit for 1000 damages against Matt, Henry and James Donnelly of Glenwood alleging a violent assault at their place of business on December 16. He claims injuries to face and head and notes possible dispute over a coin sale. The Donnellys will answer in due course. The piece also recalls Rev. L. D. Brainerd, once a printer boy, now remembering printers at Christmas with a tree at the Glenwood Episcopal church, gifting to families and townsfolk.
The Royal Neighbors of Glenwood Woodman lodge elected officers for the year led by Mrs. Juniata Myers as oracle and Mrs. M T Carter as vice oracle. Other officers include Mrs Emma Smouse pastoracle recorder Lena Anthony receiver, Mrs Jennie Fair chancellor Grace Carter marshal Libbie Miler assist marshal S B Record inner sentinel Mrs Young outer sentinel Dr W M L Plimpton physician and managers Mrs Kiddoo Mrs John Williams and S B Record.
Glenwood schools will begin again next week with Mrs Jessie Nutting Priest in charge as the board desires her to finish the year.
A sequence of 1890s style transfers records Elmer Harman to Anos Deanlot on Glen-Wook Bank Addition for 531, Jno Wortzinger to Cowardin area in Platteville 80 acres plus accretions 3500, Chas Birdsall to Laura Gouchenour 5 acres in Platteville, Geo Thompson to Elizabeth Stevenson 3, Martha Sehulty to Clarence Stewart 20 acres near Platteville, Gibson and husband to BE Downer lots 43 4 Strahan Addition Malvern, M Gwathiney to Ailas Deanlok Glenwood block Tf feet off s side.
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