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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1912
Page
3
Wyoming celebrates Watermelon Day and Horse Show Day with 108 horses entered and a 4 to 3 baseball victory by the Wyoming team over Mechanicsville. The event featured a large crowd, generous melons, and a well-organized committee led by C. B. Larkey.
Center Junction reports Mrs. Catherine Moses and Mr. H Wilcox families leaving for Chicago to begin YMCA work. Mrs. Everett Stickley and her infant return home to Onslow after visiting the McDonalds. other local residents noted in brief.
Isaac N French died of pneumonia Monday after a Sunday illness, aged just past 72. A Clay township pioneer and 31st Iowa Civil War veteran, he left a farm years ago to live in town with four of his eight children. His wife is deceased. Funeral in Thursday afternoon. The town also notes social games and local visits as residents carry on with farming, family, and church duties.
Alva Davis arriving from Los Angeles joins Cascade social scene as Pomona College attendee. Dubuque Presbytery session opens with a fine program and many delegates expected. Cascade visitors include Cheney Thomas Sac City Dan Hoops Theodore Mann. Veterans recall a delightful reunion in Dubuque. Will Fagan of Anaconda Montana accompanies his brother Alfred.
From Wyoming comes word that Charles Spellman has been ill and will take a short vacation from his regular Milwaukee run. D. D. Moore and A. V. Devisin took a joy ride toward Coggan last week. Be Lyman of Caledonia Minnesota now in charge as station agent. A. V. Devlin, cashier of Cascade State Bank, took a lay off last week.
Prairieburg notes cover trips to Center Point and Mitchell. preacher schedules by Rev. W. E. Ruston and Rev. LeClare. residents traveling to Marion and Washington. A farm auction of horse judging at Booster Day features names like Lew Bramer and James Woodworth with L. P. Yocum as judge. a large crowd attends the horse show with enthusiastic turnout.
A summary of local happenings in Castle Grove includes the removal of an old landmark barn once tied to early township education now moved to a farm by Lewis Ainsworth. In town, Farmers Insurance reports over 22000 in increased risks and new members. Residents attend ladies' aid society events, family visits occur, and several townspeople relocate for schooling and work.
The Wyoming horse show held Saturday September 14 drew 108 entries across 13 classes. Winners include Frank Holub and Will Leggett in Class A Shire and Clyde stallions, Fred Koch in Class B Percheron stallions, Joe Kalouse in Class C Belgian stallions, and multiple champions across drafts road and gelding divisions, demonstrating a high grade field and strong county support.
Monticello council met September 2 1912 with Arduser Schneider Rockstad Hicks present. A large claims ordinance 438 was read and approved pending funds. August receipts totaled 4 13 to 40 00 14 00 by various officials. Requests for street lighting at three intersections referred to the light committee. Adjourned.
Transactions show Catharine Moses and others selling parcels in Scotch Grove and Fairview townships with varied prices from 1 to 36000 dollars. Transfers involve multiple properties including Frank's addition to Onslow, Center Junction, Monticello, and Madison areas with buyers such as Harvey Fowler Albert Hall and Grace Denison.
Dr A H Weber, noted eye and ear specialist, will attend a local health event to offer consultations and screenings. He will be available to discuss vision and hearing concerns and provide examinations to attendees.
Bert Steiner of Des Moines Iowa credits Dr Weber with curing his optic nerve disease after six months of declining vision. He writes that ordinary treatment was ineffective but the doctor’s new method restored his sight and enabled him to resume work as a pharmacist.
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