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Newspaper
Mills County Tribune
Location
Glenwood, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1920
Page
5
Murilla Timmons files an alienation suit against Susie Timmons alleging the defendant caused the loss of affection from her husband Francis Timmons through army letters and conversations that poisoned his mind. The plaintiff seeks $7500 in damages for harm to herself and their three year old daughter.
A contemporary condemns Democratic actions in Mills Montgomery and Pottawattamie counties urging Democrats to avoid running candidates. The piece questions ballot access history for Democrats and Republicans and accuses Republicans of violating the primary law while praising the party’s virtu. The writer suggests the contemporary sees all virtue in the Republican party.
Boyle and Empirre, coal dealers, face a pegural delay as a coal car sits on the Pacific Junction switch for four to five days. A bill exists, but a railroad claim of coal shortage keeps the car from unloading, risking further supply issues when cold weather arrives.
Mr and Mrs Ralph McPheron and daughter Hazel returned Monday night from San Francisco California to cheers from locals who say Ralph’s absence unsettled some. Rumors circulated that only Ralph can clear them up after an incident on the outward trip.
A traveler returns home from Montana as rumors swirl about Ralph’s corn plowing at Wayne and Ned. Five stories claim he worked without shovels on the plow while another says he supplied his own tobacco. Dike distrust grows, threats arise over the grindstone business, yet Alf promises new goods to settle the matter. Burres’ actions are known to the group, and your return is seen as a chance to straighten the conflicting accounts.
Mills County hosts its annual fair from August 9 to 13 with G H White serving as secretary. White is regarded as a leading figure in fair management and has toured numerous fairs to adopt successful features. The event, supported by county funds, invites all residents to attend.
An editorial from the Des Moines Capital notes several Iowa scenic spots are prioritized over Waubonsie Lake Region in Mills and Fremont counties for public state parks. The Board of Conservation has examined about fifty areas and recommended eight or nine tracts, with Boneyard Hollow, Devil's Backbone, Lepley Lake, and Roosevelt Park among those acquired or under acquisition. the effort aims to protect beauty and provide refuges for birds and animals.
The Tribune records a business meeting of the Oak Township Sunday School Association set for Sunday August 1 at 3 30 p m in West Oak church. Following Sunday school services, officers will be elected and the convention program planned. Representatives from each school are urged to attend by the president.
The Farm Furrows column returns in this issue with practical farming tips from a writer who actively works the land. His citizenship and community pride are celebrated as readers are urged to note his valuable advice and contributions.
The grand lodge of the Knights of Pythias meets in Cedar Rapids August 3 and 4. Glenwood lodge selects four delegates Rev. D S Thompson T L Smouse John Olson and W Brown. Mrs H H Cheyney will represent the Pythian Sisters lodge. L N Robinson, now in Des Moines, also plans to attend.
The Darting & McGavren Sanitary Canning Co. of Glenwood will begin operations this year under new owners and the firm name Glenwood Canning and Fruit Products Co. Propritors from Kansas City are M. G. Beamer C. K. Heidbreder and G. H. Heidbreder. Operations start mid August with Beamer and family establishing a temporary home as plans proceed. Darting remains briefly to aid transition. Glenwood welcomes the new firm and its future.
In Pacific Junction a band stand stands in the park near the town center, built by a devoted citizen. The town’s instrumental musicians are praised as among the best in southwest Iowa. The first concert was held Tuesday night and a series will continue each Tuesday for several weeks, inviting residents to enjoy music in the park.
Former Hastings boy Paul Goddard, editor of the Washington Reporter, was elected president of the Illinois Press Association at its annual meeting held July 15 and 16. He is pictured at the head of the column carrying the meeting report, with the Illinois Press Association noted as among the oldest of its kind.
Miss Gladys Waterman formerly in the Brandeis Omaha advertising department resigned weeks ago and accepted a promotion in the Lincoln mercantile firm with a liberal salary increase. The note urges Americans to reserve talents for happiness with minimal restraint.
A Tribune reader recalls Mount Olive and Hillsdale history, naming local families, the town’s decline, and the railroad’s influence. The letter blends nostalgia with sketches of early Hillsdale life, weather, orchard fruit, and a humorous dining car mishap, hinting at broader Northwest changes and future tales.
W T Wolfe writes from Mt. Vernon Washington July 14 1920 praising views along Puget Sound and Cascade Range noting fishy waters beaver cuttings trout and tall trees and gardens as he travels 60 miles toward Seattle with his children through an area rich in fish lumber and scenery.
Raymond Albert French, former Glenwood boy, earned a PhD from the University of Iowa on July 23, 1920. His major was Botany with a thesis on Apogamous Reproduction of Lattuca Ludoviciana. minor Biology. Born April 20, 1876 in Emerson, he pursued teaching, universities, and leadership in biology, and was a Phi Beta Kappa member.
H J Bailey, a Silver City resident for two years, faces burglary charges for robbing a Elmo Missouri store on July 16. About $600 in goods were taken. an Iowa plate led Sheriff Edwards to Bailey. Bailey, once from Milan Missouri, was arrested Monday and flown for trial. a pair of worn shoes matched Bailey’s stock. The case may uncover a broader gang with Omaha ties.
Four Glenwood young ladies Miss Helen Rhoads Helen Pimp ton Mary Brown and Marian Woods visit Omaha on Wednesday to see former schoolmates Mildred and Thelma Lewis at the Lewis household for a lively house party.
Due to an embargo on local freight shipments to Chicago the planned Burlington car from Malvern on Friday July 30 will be held a few days until the freight situation clears up.
The Farm Bureau emails to school districts asking for grain variety and yield data from farmers in Mills County. Each district will collect counts of acres and total yields for oats rye barley and wheat varieties. Results will be totaled at the Farm Bureau office and published.
George Wesley Mullia, known as Wes, died instantly in a July 21 1920 yard accident while switching cars in Pacific Junction. Born October 21 1884 he married Amy Turner in 1907 and left wife two daughters, Lucile and Maxine. Survived by mother five brothers three sisters and family members, funeral at home with Rev Coleman, burial Glenwood.
Tennis interest rises near Glenwood with two new courts south of the Armory. A upcoming tournament is planned and a meeting at Humphrey Haley pharmacy discussed forming teams from W. C. Rathke to Dr. J. M. Donelan. Additional players are invited as teams await official classification.
The Hastings base ball tournament managers announce free admission to moving pictures at the Opera house on August 5 and 6, for all attendants of the tournament. Attendees are urged to stay for the pictures on those evenings, as part of the event.
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