Local notes and notices from Perry area and vicinity
Community items include visits by Mrs. Livingstone and Miss Ada to Otumwa, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert to Spirit Lake and Okoboji, and several residents traveling to Chicago, Des Moines, Adel, and other cities. An autopsy on Smith Russell revealed stomach and liver issues with gall stones. Milwaukee railroad adjustments and Maccabees activities noted. Abbreviated ads mention dental service, gunsmith work, and Exposition travel plans via Sherman Park Camping Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kellogg
Moe
M. Livingstone
Miss Ada
Otumwa
Justice Lodis
Des Moines
Mrs. Scott
Milwaukee
West End
Slae
Omaha
Maccabees
LM. Thomas
Frank Webster
Jae
Smith Russell
Ross
Death of Father Russell and Wm Tarr Ends of Two Noble Men
The community mourns Father Russell aged eighty six, and William Tarr aged seventy three, two respected figures in the region. Russell died after a long life of service as a Disciples of Christ elder and community benefactor with sons Capt M. T. Russell Des Moines and others, while Tarr, a lifelong reader and farmer, died after a paralytic stroke, leaving a wife Amanda and four children. Funeral rites honored both men with ministers from Des Moines and local churches, highlighting their kindness, religious commitment, and public spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Russell
Wm. Tarr
Sacre Russe
Capt. M. T
Des Moines
Frank
Denver
Co Morrison
H. Oo. Breeden
C.L. Nye
Morrison
Breeden
Mortison
Nye
Igeli
Disciples of Christ
Russell
William ‘Tarr
Brownsville
Mle
Mennsylvania
Fir West
Ohio
Indland
Wiinois
Mississippi
Missouri
Dakotas
Mt. Vernon
Amanda Weoples
David Peoples
Peopes
Boone County
Iowa
Des Moines Township
Dallas County
Methodist Church
Death of William Tarr Sr. Sudden and Peaceful
William Tarr Sr. died Sunday morning at his son J M Tarr’s home three miles east of town after a stroke. He had suffered a paralytic illness for over a year but had recently improved and was about town. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 p.m. conducted by Rev. Rosenberger with many neighbors and friends in attendance from here, Woodward, and nearby farms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Tarr
Tarr
Rosenberger
Woodward
Vi Miller
Perry
Isaao
Eucline
Jackson
Des Mioines
B. Bryant
Albin
Council Bluffs
Omaha
Grice
Ethel Hubbard
Des Stein’s
Mitchelville
Denver
Iowa
Christian Endeavor
Kate Graney
Kansas City
Des Moines
Shields
Chicago
Otley Avenue
Rock Island
First Avenue
John Moody
John Roberts
Frank French
Oscar Swanson
Dr. Ross
Doctors Place
New Pastor for Saint Patrick’s as Father Cleary Is Appointed
The long serving Rev. Father Murphy resigns from St Patrick’s Catholic church due to ill health and plans to seek relief at home in Burlington with travel for a year or two. Bishop Cosgrove assigns Rev. Father James Cleary of Sigourney to lead Perry parish and Sigourney’s church community praises Cleary’s past achievements and character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Father Murphy
Cosgrove
Davenport
Father’ James Cleary
Sigourney
Fatherror Hig
Cleary
Perry
Catholic Church
Father Cleary
Perry man lands church contract after Des Moines bid fail
The Christian Church project in Des Moines faced bid issues when Tyers and Bloucher failed to provide a bond after their bid. The committee awarded to W G Birdsall of Perry at 5 28g, who has begun laying foundations and will use local labor and materials. Pew contract awarded to Grand Rapids School Furniture Co for quarter sawed oak circular pews with antique finish for auditorium and gallery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Birdsail
Des Moines
Perry
Grand Rapids School Furniture Company
Bothuditorium
Outing Plans of Dr and Mrs Ross and Son Arthur
Dr and Mrs Ross and their son Arthur began a leisure outing traveling by team in an opexy spring wagon yesterday. They plan to camp as they please and seek pleasant spots. They will first head to Madison County and may extend travels west or north if they find it agreeable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Ross
Arthur
Madison County
Des Moines Visits and Chautauqua Attendants Reported
Personal paragraphs recount visits to Des Moines from residents and relatives. Names include Mrs. Breeder, W F Kirghis, Albert Ainley, Dr Vi Miller, Miss Lizzie Rush, Miss Bessie Whitmer, and Kate Graney. Attendees attended the Chautauqua, summer school at Drake University, and related travels and family gatherings across Iowa cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iscubart
Sisuer
D. Bowley
Sorttenn
Ores
Scimina
Violet Clements
J. A.cobains
Daisy Pickard
Iarlan
Meliek
Mes
HO. Breeder
Stalth Wissel
W.F. Kirghis
Louis Santee
Mra
del” Leaf
A. RitcWwell
Mr. Santee
Lizzie
Rush
Drake University
Bad Smash Up Jostles Fryer Party Near Grimes
A buggy accident near Grimes involved Mr. Fryer and a companion after a runaway team damaged the vehicle. The lady rider was thrown and nearly stripped. Mrs. Reed suffered a broken collar bone and a breast wound requiring stitches. Constable Barrett located the crash site and Fryer’s party sued Reed for about $10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Fryer
Grimes
John
Lloyd
Tate
Rath
Sam Reed
Sear Grimes
Fryer Igst
Jason Barrett
Bcyer
Ueed
Barrett
Dallas Center Times
Runaway Horses Turn City Streets Into Chaos This Week
A spate of runaway horses disrupted Otley avenue and nearby streets this week. Numerous teams broke loose after fright from passing traffic, causing crashes and near misses. Notable incidents included Mr Whitett dragged by his lines, Dr Ross's team dash past the Triangle, and a boy tossed from a bucking pony carriage. Rescue efforts saved bystanders and the injured appeared minor aside from shocks and minor bruises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gamble’s
Perrotte Assignment Details and Postings
Perrotte G. Perrotte oversees a general assignment for the benefit of creditors. Assets and liabilities are roughly equal. Mrs. Perotte took over the establishment after the Blakeslee assignment but found rebuilding it an uphill task.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Perrotte
Miilitier Ig Mide
Perotte
Blakeslee
Beavoer Township Man Arraigned on Concealed Weapon and Assault Charges
Val Biggs of Beaver Township was arraigned before Squire Fahey on three charges: carrying concealed weapons, assault with intent to commit great bodily harm, and to break the peace. The complainant J C O Malley alleges Biggs drew a revolver and threatened to shoot yesterday. Shortley and Harper defend. County Attorney Cardell prosecutes. A continuance was requested to prepare for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Val Biggs
Beaver Township
Squire
Fahey
J. C. O'Malley
Biggs
Shortley & Harper
Cardell
Street Improvements Progress Under Ginn and Blue
Street Commissioner Ginn directing councilman Blue oversees thorough street work. Streets are graded for a rounded surface while gutters and culverts or sewer pipe are added where needed, improving appearance and drainage to reduce standing water and mud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ginn
Blue
Three drunken men jailed then escape from city calaboose
Marsal Willis corraled three intoxicated men who could not stand trial and were confined in the city calaboose. About half an hour later he found the cell empty as the trio battered bars and fled, known town characters who habitually drink heavy. Authorities hope they stay away to avoid further trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marsal Willis
Place de Bastile
Calaboose
Mayor Breed
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Pape
Warker
Parker
Flo McVey
Omatas
Percy Novelty Works
Whealen
Olive
McCormick Spert
Chautauqua
Col . Paghard
Adel
Ww. Fi. McCammion Rey
M. Cross
Sherscod Park Camping Co
Sherman Ave
the Grim Reaper
ST. Patrick's
Rev
Christian Church Contract
Abas. E. Walker
Edward Nichols
Wild
W3fett
Town
Perry Bazaar
Whitett
Wil Aubrey
Aubrey
Perrotte
Ent
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