Evangelistic meetings extend. DeKoven quartet to perform
Center Junction updates announce another week of meetings led by Rev. Davis and evangelist Rev. McBride with public invitation. The DeKoven male quartet arrives Thursday Feb 17 for a diverse program of vocal pieces, readings, farce, and art. Lord's Supper observed at Presbyterian church Sunday 11 am. visitors welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeKkoven
Presbyterian Church
Harry Stingley
Elwood
Spohn
C. A. Scofield
Welton
Ladies
J. B. Moses
Ladies’ Aid Society
J. H. Courtney
Mack Sinkey
Mead Hotel
Carrie Preas
Mae Kent
Oxford Junction
Clare Preston
Cedar Rapids
Miss Spafford
Clinton
M. H. Dodge
Center Point
Mrs. Dawson
Davenport
George McDonald
George Andrews
Monticello
Kellay
KE. Canty
J. D. Baels
Notable gatherings and arrivals in Onslow notes
Onslow notices report a church purse presentation to Rev. Benbow totaling 18 dollars, his move to Hersion Illinois, and community condolences for Mrs. Stickley after a broken leg. Several visits and small town events unfold with guests from Monticello Maquoketa Cedar Rapids and Independence plus local sales and travel plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
J. C. Stickley
Stickley
Davis
Evangelist McBride
Lust
Center Junction
J. C. Lewis
Baby
Monticello
Lewis
T. H. Lightfoot
Grace Carroll
Ruth Hall
Maquoketa
Jessie Smith
John Millsap
Holst
W.C. Paul
Vera
Monmouth
Illinois
Sarah M. Roberta
Anamosa
J. D. Young
C. B. Eagler
Craig
Independence
Nan Hutchinson
Biggville
Will Dennison
Louise Sears
Ben Warren
L. A. Spooner
Farewell Sermon for Rev E W Benbow in Frozen Hill
February 8 service featured Rev E W Benbow ending his tenure with a farewell sermon from Acts 20 25 praising his conscientious work and cheerful spirit. He departs with his family for Heisman Illinois this week amid well wishes and a large neighborhood reception at Onslow. A local debate favored men’s civilization over women’s influence last week and resumes with new phrasing this week on water versus fire. Mrs Blanch Mann and children depart for Lehigh after Cedar Rapids support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frozen Hill
E. W. Benbow
Heisman
Illinois
Onslow
R. W. Chatterton
J. O. Clark
J. D. Neslans
Mr. Sinkey
Sermon slides at Scotch Grove Presbyterian church noted
In Scotch Grove on February 9 fifty color slides will illustrate a Sunday sermon titled The Warly Ministry of Christ at 7 PM. An offering will help cover slide costs. Rev E W Benbow has resigned and left for Hersman Illinois to pastor Bethel church.
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Presbyterian Church
E. W. Benbow
Bethel Church
Hersman
Illinois
Benbow
Frank Royden
Tts
Bert Clark
Monticello
William Sutherland
John Alexander
Jack Stickley
Paul Warner
Hogs Sell Strong On Chicago Market In Castle Grove Area
Castle Grove notes report Friday hog sales at 7.95 per hundred near day’s peak. Local officials include road superintendent for youth half township Henry Kouke and H Bohlen for northeast quarter. Visitors include Mr and Mrs A F E Lande to Anamosa sanitarium and John Barrack of Monticello. Township trustees met Saturday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castle Grove
F.C. Cramer
Chicago
Henry Kouke
H. ©. Bohlen
A. FE. Lande
Anamosa
Misa Helen Poppe
John Barrack
Monticello
Norman Davidson
Leeds
Arthur Iairbanks
Richard McDonald
Hopkinton
F. Hosford
Joseph Delay
Cedar Rapids
Prairieburg notices and obituaries span illness and deaths
In Prairieburg on February 7 Mrs. Smith died after a long illness aged, funeral at St Josephs with burial south of town. Mrs. Bednashek operated on at Anaamosa sanitarium and recovering well. Alf Kula Jr. parents of four sons born January 30. Quarantine to be lifted next week. Will Schoonover visited from Marion. Obituary notes Bellevue for Mrs John Kurt, cancer death after long illness. Christine Detterman born 1852, first husband died, later married John Kurt. Surviving children and stepchildren listed. Requiem high mass planned by Very Rev N J Bies and priests.
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Prairieburg
Alf Kula, Jr
Will Schoonover
Marion
Iowa
John Kurt
Bellevue
Kurt
Peter Kurt
Monticello
Cascade Road
Nick Wein
B. J. Schwirtz
Dubuque
W. J. Schwirtz
Preston
Misa Anna
LaCrosse
Wisconsin
N. J. Schwirtz
Anamosa
Aquina
Frank H
Louise Clasasmann
Clinton County
N. J. Bies
Manternach and
Vallaster
Not in the Course J R Davenport Limes
A witty jab on journalism education noting that practice, not theory, reveals how to handle missing social events like a card party left out of the paper. The piece questions newsroom training versus real world reporting challenges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R
Davenport
Anamosa Farm Improvement Association Urges County Agent
At a court house meeting in Anamosa supporters proposed forming a Farm Improvement Association to promote better agriculture and to back a county agent funded about half by the government. Other counties employ agents, and the movement aims to benefit all farmers countywide with planned township meetings and lectures. Secretary Farm Improvement Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Anamosa
Jones County
Linn, Scott
United States
Farm Improvement Association
Pleasant Chamberlain's Tablets Offer Gentle Constipation Relief
Advertises Chamberlains Tablets as a mild agreeable remedy for constipation. Claims pleasant taste and natural effect, sold by Kettlitz and Kay. Includes eye testing and glasses fitting by Dr. L Stubler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kettlitz & Kay
Monticello Council Proceedings February 7 1916
City council met in regular session with five members present and one absent. Minutes approved. Treasurer reports a balance of 6267 dollars across funds. Several claims listed and approved totaling 397 52. Water fund overcharge 10 91 and other items. Grading and light funds noted. Ordinance inquiry on electrical installation to report next meeting. Adjourned. Monticello Creamery annual meeting reported strong year with high milk and butter totals. Officers elected for treasurer and director seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Hanssen
Schneider
Lang
Rockstad
Beery
Rohn
Meyers
General Fund
Slauson & Skelley
Towa Tal Co
Palmer's Pharmacy
Bks
State
D & F Com
Slauson & Skeley
Mary Locher
J Brainerd
J Mayer
Dress
J Thorne
Monticello Express
Jones Co Limes
HS Lee
Kellum
Marshal
A Meyers
OJ Northrop
Walter Chapman
Lbr
L Scherrer
John Sampson
Ben Starks
W Stutt
Jas VanValtenberg
John Adams
Ben Phelps
John Phelps
Ed Worth
Graves
Geo Holmes
E Stevenson
Water Fund
Iowa
Tel Co
Slauson & Skelly
Neptune Meter Co
C J
Liquid Equipment Co
C.L. van Meter
J. Northrop
Farmers’ Co-operative Creamery Company
H. M. Carpenter, Sr
O. W. Brazelton
Bilious Attack Relief Promoted By Chamberlain's Tablets
Advertisement notes that a bilious attack brings severe headache coated tongue and loss of appetite. It claims relief by taking three Chamberlain's Tablets and lists Kettlitz and Kay as the sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Kettlitz & Kay
Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Promises Fast Relief
Iowans report quick relief from stomach and digestive troubles after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. Testimonials from Mrs. William Litzenberg of Montezuma and Mrs. S. T. Oliver of Davenport claim strength returns, weight regained, and no pain after the first dose. Sold by W. W. Stickford and other druggists with a money back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayr
William Litzenberg
Montezuma
Iowa
W. W. Stickford
Magruder Announces Candidacy for Jones County Attorney
County attorney candidate BE L Magruder of Oxford Junction announces as a Republican for the Jones County Iowa primary in June 1916. He pledges careful attention and determined effort if nominated and elected to discharge duties faithfully and impartially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones County
Iowa
BE. L. Magruder
Oxford Junction
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James Boys
Mildred Clark
Roy Streeper
Larkin Club
Alfred Hanna
Scotch Grove
H. M. Harter
Department of Agriculture
Harter
Farm Improvement Movement
Dr. L
Stubler
Merl Matthiessen
Monticello Elec Co
Jan Service
L Meeker & Co
Luther
Cross Hardware Co
T. S. Lazell
Klondike
Ricklefs & McNeill
Monticello, Iowa
International Harvester Co. of America
John Deere Plow Co
Moline
Ill
Monticeli
Siebels & Schoon
J. E. Bateman
Monticello, Towa
W. A. Mirick
South Cedar St
M. W. Herrick
E. E. Reed
Herrick & Reed Attorneys AT Law
Monticello State Bank
Harry E. Netcott
Independence, Iowa
H. M. Remwy
James Remley
Remley & Remley
Horse Hospital
George Albery
North Cedar Street
First Street
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