Mitchell club calendar and society notes roundup
Local clubs host meetings and social events across Mitchell. Activities include Round Table, Minerva Culture, Today club, Mitchell Art, and Twentieth Century clubs with diverse programs, plus relief corps and Red Cross efforts. A January presence highlights a complimentary dinner for Mrs. Floyd Poster and a Ridgeland wedding of Miss Agnes Busse to Sid W Evans in Mitchell circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Round Table Club
J. G. McGartney
Jant Hammer
Minerva Culture Club
Miss Gonley
Ed. Leehan
Edith Miller
Twentieth Century Club
Ree Cross
Federal
Mitchell Suffrage Club
Guty Hall
Local social notes and military family visits reported
The column lists several residents and relatives visiting or staying with family. Mentions include Mrs. MatGiveen hosting a meeting, Mrs. MS I Nobis with a guest, Mrs. J. S. Vickers returning to Mitetell, and Lt. A. Andersote on furlough visiting parents in Cyamp Nodee. Also noted are Lt. I. K. Bardic and Cadet Kenneth Poster connected to military postings, plus travels of Mrs. Charles Hodones and Mrs. Floyd Knappen visiting kin in Masonity and Little Rock respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itusensturk
Qiuediter
P Beeker
Chmalia
J. S. Vickers
Simatl
Jaunita
W. A. Mack
Lana
Mack
United States Army
Atlantic
Prine
Beatrice Gale
Ariesian
Dakota Wesleyen University
Willi
Olleee
A. Andersote
Cyamp Nodee
Pes
Maines
Ayob
Anderson
NinSe
Balan
Bardic
Kenneth Poster
Aviation Corps
Mitchedi
Mr Poster
Port Worth
Tes
Mil
Charles Hodones
Little Rock
Ark
Charles J. Jones
Liutenant Jones
Savannah
Couple United In Presbyterian Ceremony
Miss Rene Sietsuie and John Beersumm were united in marriage by Rev. Ander son at the Presbyterian church. The couple departed for their home Tuesday morning. The bride is a sister of steels Siet Suit it Well Known, a young farmer from Poresthure. Bernita Clark entertained officers and teachers of the Presbyterian elynech at her home last Wednesday. A brief business session followed with a social evening and a tasty repast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Presbyteriat Mans
Rene Sietsuie
John Beersumm
Sprinsti
S. D
Rev
Anderson
Dapps
Steels Siet
Pear Poresthure
Bernita Clark
Presbyterian
Elynech Af Vier
Wiuersday
Two Local Hearts United in Sacred Heart Church Ceremony
In Parkston on Monday morning January 28 Rev N Z Dabimanns joined Miss Louise Minnterfering of this city and Joseph Holin of Dimock in marriage. Both are well known with the bride daughter of Mr and Mrs Muntefering. They will reside on a Dimock area farm north of the city as neighbors and friends extend best wishes for a long and happy life together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sacred Heart Shurch
N. Z. Dabimanns
Louise Minnterfering
Joseph Holin
Dimock
Reeteher-Society Marriage Near White Lake Iowa 1948
Harvey Dodds of White Lake and Miss Sadie Tingle of Lefeler were married by Rev. Dr Housland at Mitchell Methodist Church on Wednesday evening July 17, 1948. The groom is a prosperous young farmer near White Lake and the bride is the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Wingle of Lefeler. A reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home, then the couple and their guests visited relatives in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawley
Porteous
Mitchell
Lone Beach
Cal
Vera Dawley
George Porteous
Mitchel
Long Beach
Starr Dawley
Temple Avenue
Geroge Porteous
J. G. Kline
Calvary Presbyterian
Mie Gragm
Varius
Tome
Mae Porteous
Myrtle Dawley
Myrtle Burdick
Geo. Gimmell
Alame
L. D. Test
Methodist Episcopal Church
Lauritz” Miller
Harvey Dodds
White Lake
Sadie Tingle
Leteler
Lefeher
Towa
Marion Society Hosts Quiet Rural Wedding
A surprise party in Marion celebrated the marriage of Miss Elizabeth Goertz to Wieex orpek. The ceremony occurred at the bride's home near Marion with only close relatives present, as brothers, sisters, and mothers attended. The couple plan to spend their week near Mrs. Vernon's home at Ren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aintalazlaty
Mave
Montana
Elizabeth
Lo Goertz
Anit i
Wieex Orpek
Mt. Vernon
S. Co
Marion Fist
Ren
Goerta
Vernon
Mrs Dowdell Hosts At Birds Prins Evening
Artesian Society members and neighbors joined Mrs Milton J Dowdell for a pleasant Birds Prins gathering. The social at the Brown home celebrated the recent marriage of Mr and Mrs Spawn with a joyful, informal hour and a token of remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton J. Dowdell
Spawn
Taneheon
Mes. Brown
Mitchell wedding unites Miss Blanche McGinern and Joseph Measta
The Planinton Society reports a Wednesday January 23 wedding at the Mitchell Methodist parsonage. Miss Blanche McGinern became Mrs Joseph Measta in a ceremony conducted by Pastor Dr. S S Hoagland. Miss Bearni McGovern and Clinton...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchell
Blanche McGinern
Joseph Measta
Methodist Church
SS. Hoagland
Bearni McGovern
Clinton
Restrictions on food regulations debated in state hearing
A fragmented record describes a wartime style policy proposal loosening food rules. Officials discuss impacts on stores and households west of a river, citing supply reliability and consumer access while weighing safety and municipal enforcement.
Life in France seen through Earl Kearney letters
Mitchell resident Earl Kearney, serving as a muentier in Ca, BL, writes from France dated January 1917 describing the journey, strict wartime conditions, and hope for mail delays. He notes mild weather, towns visited, and plans to share full details upon return. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs CG W Der enjoy sunny California and a picnic near Los Angeles drawing about 3,000 South Ta Kotans in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tena Loteher
Gor Pong
Bart A. Kearney
Mitchell
Prairie
Tis Tetley
Wits
W. der
California
Los Angeles
Whith
Dorr
Plankinton Couple Wed in Stickney in Early January
Mr. and Mrs. Moeska will honeymoon across Nebraska and Minnesota then reside on the Cahill farm in Belford township. Marvels and Bennie Stulken united in marriage Saturday afternoon January 1 Trong. The groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ben Stulken of Firestone Township, is a farmer of sterling character. The bride came from Adair Iowa with friends and relatives in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bristol
Plankinton
Mir
Moeska
Wyoming
Nebraska
Minnesota
Cahill
Belford
Marvels
Nna Johnson
Bennie Stulken
Jai
Stickney
Berean Sunday School Entertained in Wessington Springs
The Berean class of the Congressional Sunday school was entertained by teacher Mrs. J. B. Ray at her home. The event featured seven seafood and a decorated table. The class plans to spend the year making layettes for Belgian babies. Next Tuesday, Chapter 1 in Pa will be entertained by Mrs. Ernest Vissey. An entertainment at the junior college auditorium Friday January 25 raised funds for the new reception hall. A farewell for Burton Tiffany was held at the junior college as he leaves for the State university at Vermilion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressional Sunday School
J. B. Ray
Ofeotekauiner
Ernest Vissey
Junior College
Burton Tiffany
Theo Junior Callege
State University At
Vermillion
Pittany
Charles Dennis North
Wessington Springs
Whursday
Thompson Yards Sale Keeps Industry Secrets Quiet
Thompson yards, controlled by Davis Daniels interests, sells to Mitchell Riverside and Vine affiliates. The deal transfers supervision of sales and operations to new buyers while retaining a core staff. longtime executives Reed and N J Weer stay on, and NEA will relocate to new facilities in Minnesota and Iowa as Thompson yards expands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tun of
Davis
Dantes
Mitchell
Miverside
Minesipalis
Wavis Daniels
Mitrhet
Viet N. Llosa
Larthestown
Davis & Ants
Tawa
Ine Reta
Minnesota
Watson
South Dakota Sees Surge of Farmers From Adjacent States
Prominent South Dakota figures predict many farmers from Iowa and nearby states will relocate this spring. High crop profits and lower rent in South Dakota lure settlers, while rail fare reductions and new realtor rates accelerate the migration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Dakota
Charles S. Weller
South Dakot
Yim Milwakee Parkagd Company
Mitchell
Sioux Falls Stores Destroyed by Fire
Fire last night destroyed the Panty front store and adjacent buildings in Sioux Falls. Estimated total loss ranges up to 450000 with structural damage around 275000. Firemen battled the blaze as sub zero conditions hampered efforts. no lives were lost and several hundred workers were left unemployed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux Falls
Sioux Walls
S.ty
Pantie Frotters-Panforba
Plan to control nation’s finances proposed in war bill
Waistington via G Foeh reports a war finance corporation bill to be introduced in congress. It would create a federal Warfininges corporation with 600 million capital and power to issue up to 4 billion in short term notes to aid war production. Operations limited to six months after peace is declared. The Men’s Club of the Congressional Church holds its annual meeting tomorrow evening with supper at 6 30 served by the youth group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weiser
Praner
Waistington
Foeh
War Finance Corporation
Wiesenite
Did
Federal
Warfingnes Corporation
Peower
Congresational
Soldiers Write from the Front in France and Home
Letters from servicemen describe life in France with praise for comrades and concerns about the climate and shelters. Reports detail barracks, drills, and living conditions, including horse care, fire drills, and the impact of air raids on daily routines.
Flour Famine Prompts New Food Substitution Rules
The article reports a state food emergency as Minneapolis bakeries struggle to obtain substitutes for flour. It notes substitutes like corn flour and rye blends, government guidance, and a deadline around February 24 for compliance, with bakers warning of practical limits.
Uniforms Coming Soon for Home Guard in Mitchell
Mitchell area home guard members will wear regulation uniforms including khaki coats breeches and army hats. Insignia on collar display crossed rifles and a state seal buttons. After measurement orders go to adjutant general and gear will be delivered. company to be mustered into state service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mitchel Tome Guard
Homie Guard
Goropral Peres Frink
United States Army
Vie
South Dakala
Mitchell Company
Directors of the Chamber of Commerce Choose Morton as Real Estate Chair
The regular meeting of directors Monday afternoon appointed WP Morton as chairman of the real estate committee for the coming year. Directors also voted to table action on petitioning Governor Norbeck to call a special session until more information could be obtained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Te Chuureber of Commerce
Morton
Norbeck
Pee
Wartime account of a graveyard raid and rescue by Jackies
A Lt recalls a Lepause barrage where occupiers hid in a cellar as shells fell. Four Jewish soldiers were found dead and wounded. a wounded comrade and a captain were carried to safety amid sirens. The scene ends with a car rescuing a chap near a hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wavene
Pie Haber
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Elsie Guilander
Tostess
Will Scallin
J. Barnard
Newman Club
Newman Eith
Als J M. Sibert
Federation of Women
Frank Collins
Josephine Scott
Relief Corps
Ransom
Melkinley
George Washington
Abraham Lincoln
Haynes
Red Cross
Liberty Band
Phoebe L. Higgins
Clara M. Daniels
Te Fairies
Vernon G. Nourse
Phoege L. Higezins
Aly Bastcott
Elizabeth Saut
Myra P. Weller
Elia Wood
New Methodist Hospital
Ellen Fledine
Balaton
Minn
Miss Delight
East Fourth Avenue
McKinley
Carlsons Entertain
Women’s Relic Corps
Grand Army of the Republic
America
Paul Smock
J. B. Moses
Ethel Thompson
Central School
J. S. Hoagland
D. D
J. &. Carlson
Prosper Township
Minnie Carlson
Alta Carlson
Mae Ghild
Chirenees Carlson
Herman Lawrence
Mr. Anderson
Joe Gabriel
East Side Club
J. M. Rohan
East Side
East Third Avenue
James Jay
George Rowley
East
Bifth Avenue
Rowley
John Berry
A. Bower
Renue
L. E. Wallerstedt
Gotomibus
Frank I. Porteous
Third Avenue
Harold G. Meyer
Whitney Morris
Wood
Somerset
Leroy Morris
J. \. Loomer
Russia
David Burright
Bartow
Bla
Sh. Oc. Drake
Herbert BE. Hitchcock
CG. W. Downey
Mitcchi Study Club
W. J. Christy
West Fourth Avenue
Mary Lucile Wittheonly
Glinsty
Ss. \. Wise
Frank Bobb
1. M. Medley
Seeahonalie Trombley
Community Red Cross
Third Avenue Community Red Cross
Kate Hloye
B. Barnard
Doreas Club
Berta Perkins
Mitchell Federation of Women’s Clubs
City Hall
Gayoso Club
Clie
Taving Reuser
MatGiveen
MS I Nobis
Consecket Society
Parkston Society
Reeteher Society
Marion Society
Artesian Society
Planinton Society
South Wilcots
Uae
Wetsiel
Washington
Ales Herried
Tiwns
Nissin
Greroary Ouniy
Crowlie
Tien
Earl Kearney
France
Ife Wessington Springs Society
Generegiational Church
Par
Thompson
Daniels Yards
Northwest
Gardner
Heephonipsen
Whaninsern
Wwonew Padiey Vno Petal Lumberines
Pires
Kparel
Myer
Forstonier
Wiliere
Mieke
Faynistrad
Tieimpsen
Orzinlaed
Vis Enaliies
Poberiu
Furnish
Bedi
Weil Teida
Tian Tie
Steven Eis
Hentia Falls
Trent
Peeniireni
Fernoon
Weil
Tisadine
Pimasadt
Eam Fe
Qatar
Henera Anders
Wien
Irenches
Brookings Man
Ester i
Wiscaun
Tie
Asi Ciitura
Brookings
Tromaean
Tee
Caip
Ntp
Sorin Wein
Incuminati
Ian
Deoindil
Fy Banliers
Wort
Sryelii Carli
Harvey
Bridgewater
Uso
Fran
Fie
Lela Pel
Tarmiele
Meehiss
Jenners
Denver
Cooks
Miller
UW. S. A
John Miller
Company TB. 26Th Engineers
U.S
Una
Aps
Jane Rilward Friebel
Pershing
Pranes
West Front
Ail Outi
Minneapolis
Sia
Charles N. Plorreid
Cine
Wall Whitt
Beni
Hay
Tepenis
Athens
Navy
Tom Damon
Home Guard
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