13 Jun 1912
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Newspaper
Nashua Reporter
Location
Nashua, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1912
Page
1
A fragment lists subscription efforts and postal notices for the Ames Register and Leader, mentions a broken collarbone incident and farm work, and notes the death of a respected AW County citizen aged 87. It covers Short Course updates, pending signatures, and family details of Pierce. The piece ties local agriculture, education, and community notices in a dated Ames context.
The step daughter Mrs. R. A. Pierce of Naahua, daughter of the second wife, was beloved by the family as an own daughter. Funeral from Republic E church at 2 o'clock. Services yesterday by Rev. Wil Karwin and interment in Richland cemetery.
Denso Seltetia editor ordered to appear before justice department in Washington to show cause why his second class mailing privilege should not be revoked for mailing papers to debtors over a year. If revoked he must quit business per Treynor Record.
George Miller of Minneapolis 1 is jailed in Chickasaw county on charges of entering the Lawler depot Sunday and forcing the till. He fled in an auto pursued by Marshal Springer and Charles Larson, but was captured and admitted the crime. The till was empty as money had been moved. Justice C E Young of Lawler bound him to the grand jury.
In Magnolia Harrison county a young man named Low Unmack contracted lockjaw after a rusty nail injury. His brothers took him by automobile to Omaha where a brain operation combined with antitetanus serum injections restored consciousness and relaxed his jaw.
New Hampton Gazette reports the marriage of Miss Reberoa Smith of this city to Mr. Charles Tucker of Renbie. Rev Harry Secor officiated at the Baptist parsonage. The bride wore Iztoy mesailine and was attended by Miss Rose Kleinfehn. Percy Potter was best man. The couple will reside on the groom’s farm with his parents.
A Charles City editor notes attempts by opponents to undermine Durkee’s nomination for county auditor. The writer cites Durkee’s respected record, ties to local papers, and past mentorships, asserting foes tampered with his campaign materials.
Over two hundred guests attended a farewell reception for Rev. Kunkel moved by Archbishop Keane to Garry Owen. Nashua business leaders and St. Michael's parishioners enjoyed a formal dinner with music by Fangman’s Orchestra, toasts by Lubring and others, solos by Mrs. Baumbach, and remarks on his nine years in Nashua before his departure to a new field.
M. L. May manager of the Orpheum Nashua died Sunday evening after a long battle with tuberculosis. Born in Madison Wisconsin in 23 years, he moved to Nashua last fall and ran the theater with courage until his final hours. His wife was away in Charles City at the time.
An advertisement touts a bank book showing deposits as the safest shield against disasters. It claims widespread recognition of bank money on deposit and promotes the issuing bank as the most reliable with liberal interest on deposits.
A G Case and Co bankers face a reported case involving Case as president and Kipp as cashier with officers listed. The document notes MOA W.P. and Lice Pres KOR Westwdutre with an assistant, outlining roles in the financial matter and court action.
Brennan and four sisters mourn a husband and brother in law survived by a widow. Funeral led by Rev Fr Kunkel at 8 am from the parish church. Interment at St Michael's cemetery Brooklyn. She will live with her brother in law W J Sansom, Hart-Parr factory foreman, Charles City, pending work.
Geo D. Smith, manager of Western Elevator, demands immediate settlement of all outstanding accounts by June 15 or they will be sent to an attorney for collection.
Nashua voters approved a measure authorizing the city council to fund wells and a water tower to supply a pure water system. The result was 143 for and 2 against, with operations to begin soon and site selection for the tower to follow.
Miss Emma Horton received a letter from Miss Irene Cummings of Farragut Iowa announcing the death of Rev J M Cummings on Saturday morning. Funeral services are set for Monday at 3 p m. Local friends in Nashua express deep sympathy to Miss Irene and her mother.
The Charles City Press reports Rev. L. M. Foster aging 100 as honored guest at the Woodmen picnic parade in Charles City. The former Cedar Township resident, active in church and politics, voted in the primary and remains sharp, despite arm injuries.
Hake Answers Final Semmons Jennel Hake born March 27 in Warren Ohio moved with parents to Wisconsin. Married 1810 to Matilda Wanamaker. Moved to Iowa 1866 settling in Riverton township Floyd County later to Nashua in 1594. Four children Mira Ina Irene Butler Ella Alice Crandall Carrie May Favills.
Mr Hake, once transformed by conversion at age about seventy five, died June 7 1912 at Kee of Th years 2 months and 7 days. Otis J Spurgeon, Baptist pastor, led the service from the late home and interment followed at Oh Hill cemetery beside his daughter. A large crowd paid respects to a good citizen, husband and father as sympathy goes to the bereaved wife and children.
In Decorah a third cabin passage ticket from the ill fated Titanic is shown in a store window. The issued ticket belonged to passenger Carl Jenson and is described as a curiosity rather than art.
The article contrasts states sending prisoners to farm labor and road building with and without proper preparation, noting some use contractors exploiting inmates. It argues such practices harm society and urges humane, productive rehabilitation.
The passage details Japanese fox lore portraying foxes as potent demonic wizards far beyond European cunning. It describes possession, wicked magic, and a century countless life extension until they turn white and powerful. The man fox is noted as capable of assuming any human appearance at will and was once a sacred target for knights-errant in ancient fables.
Jane trades hats with her younger sister Ann to try a new look. Wearing Ann's hat in public, Jane is mistaken for her mother by Mrs. Jor King, highlighting the playful confusion over Easter finery.
A quip about an arstator friend at the meet. The chatter suggests he was not seized by fame but left behind, yet sparked into a passionate moment. The exchange hints at rivalry and personal drama surrounding a public event.
The article lists William H. Tait and Judaoh Harmon's financial disclosures. Tait shows total wealth of 874,950 including a 9100 horse and 3100 watch with 68,000 in other investments. his salary stands at 75,000 annually. Harmon totals 22,350 this year, down from 39,540 last year, with personal property including a watch 50, auto mobile 1,600, plane 100, and bank holdings 600. salary 10,000 per year.
Methodist children day at 10:30 with basket for poor, Epworth League at 7, Sunday school picnic Thursday at fair grounds, Cubs vs White Sox baseball lineup listed, church wedding June 28, Baptist and Congregational services and changes in hours for June 16 in Nashua with sermons on righteousness and gambling, community notices and quotes.
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