28 Jun 1905
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Newspaper
New Ulm Review
Location
New Ulm, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1905
Page
1
A severe storm with hail and lightning struck the area around New Ulm, causing widespread damage. Trees toppled, homes damaged, and several blocks reported heavy material losses. Local crews worked to clear debris and assess the destruction across multiple neighborhoods including near the city park and residential streets.
Visitors over weeks depart for home in the cities and districts after a Catholic convention. They praise New Chin's hospitality and the scenery around Turner Hall and City and Tower Hall parks, crediting keepers Julius Krause and Joseph Kunve for ongoing upkeep and beauty.
The Congregational church in New Ulm will welcome Rev. E F Wheeler as pastor starting this week, with his first sermon this Sunday. Resolutions praise his ability, discuss Mrs Wheeler’s support, and express confidence in their future service, adopted May 25 1905. A note mentions a book sale on printing titled Tricks of the Trade.
New Ulm prepares a community Fourth of July with a parade led by Gen. Bobleter, uniforms from Cn. A and the fire department, and a Bueg's Battery contingent. The Second Regiment band returns for the home celebration as merchants promote safe, affordable festivities and local speeches. The town hopes for a successful, well attended day with no disappointment and a focus on traditional observances.
Tickets to Buffalo New York via the North Western Line go on sale July 7 and 8 with inv ersible return limits. Rates apply to agents from Chicago and North Western Railway. Choice of routes from Chicago offered for Grand Lodge BB O 6 event.
The new brick project at Minnesota and Center streets rises to the second story as cement block work, an experimental finish by contractor Mr. Puhlmann, aims to shape the city’s skyline and showcase durable construction methods. Rain slowed progress but walls nearly top the second floor.
The church will trim its new building with cement moulded ornaments, a practical method to simulate stone work. The same material will be used for trimming the Episcopal church and its stone-like detailing.
In New Ulm a lone evergreen planted by Grandfather Behnke stood behind the Olsen building on Minnesota Street. Battered by storms for decades, it survived until a severe wind finally toppled it, ending a sentimental relic once cared for by longtime residents Dr. Mabe and Rudolph, who reacted with mixed emotion to the loss.
The Inter-State Accident and Relief Association reports strong demand for the beautiful new state watch fob offered as a premium for new applications. Hundreds have been distributed and an additional supply has just arrived to meet rising member interest. The Review notes William Wellner of Nicollet County leased his farm across the Minnesota river to C. H. Bauer and may move to the city or county seat. Wellner’s longtime politics include a strong bid for county treasurer last year, suggesting he could seek the office again.
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