11 Feb 1915
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Newspaper
Pocahontas County Sun
Location
Laurens, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1915
Page
1
Mr Laurant performs a three character illusion with a cabinet escape and a sudden appearance as the Devil. His two assistants include Ernst Gridolph the pianist and Charles Robbins stage manager. Robbins has worked with Laurant eight years handling setup and transport. Laurant appears as the fourth program on the Lecture Course next Wednesday February 17.
Cleaning and oiling in the process, we will be ready to proceed with maintenance. The note outlines steps to prepare equipment and ensure proper lubrication before use. It emphasizes careful handling and thorough coverage of all moving parts for optimal operation.
The first round of the wets vs drys in the legislature moved Tuesday as the senate ordered the prohibitory amendment out of committee by 30 to 18. The measure faces a hearing today amid strong expectations in Iowa that prohibition and Woman's Suffrage will gain ground, while a warning is issued about a Chicago sugar and flour scam that swindled farmers of up to 3000 dollars with advance payments.
Farmers were swindled by impostors posing as trustworthy buyers in a nationwide scam. Reports describe how con artists moved across states, exploiting economic pressures to gain access to produce and funds, leaving many producers facing losses and heightened caution.
Laurant's program runs about two hours in three acts with brief intermissions. The opening flower prelude blends 35 distinct effects. The second act, the Wizard's Supper, features tables and dishes magic. The third part, Magic Past and Present, leads into The Soldier Priest and the Devil illusion.
A baggage dispute at the Northwestern depot led to a street fight with several draymen taking part and creating hard feelings. Four involved men B. W. Shepard Curly Wittkamp John Smith and Grant Shepard appeared in Mayor's court next morning and each paid ten dollars into the town treasury.
On February fourth the Thursday Study Club gathered at Mrs Clanton's residence with nineteen members present. Papers on women and children immigrants progress of the nation and a new nation and new problems were presented, followed by discussion and social time before adjourning to meet Mrs Caswell on February 18 1915.
Barbara Rose Peters and Louis J. Kopriva were married in Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday forenoon. Rev. Mallinger officiated. Bride wore white messaline with net over lace. A reception followed at the bride’s parents’ home with a bountiful dinner for both families. The couple will reside on a farm northwest of Pocahontas.
Dell Emerson of Hewitt Minnesota is recalled home this week to assist her mother who fell and broke her hip. The post office department opened an employment agency with blanks for job seekers and employers to fill and forward daily. Details requested include duties, dairy cows to milk, nationality, wages, hours, permanence, marital status, and transportation paid. The government aims to move unemployed workers between sections to available jobs.
The A A Allen family was surprised by neighbors who filled baskets and spent a pleasant day together. Mail carrier George Larson joked he was held up, a recurring quip on such gatherings. Dr Bridgeman of Pocahontas died in Des Moines after recent surgery. Million Dollar Mystery reels debut at the Magic Theater next week.
Storm kept the C W E M regular meeting from last week. Ladies gathering at Mrs. Frank Leander’s home was led by Mrs. McCullom and proved especially interesting. Sessions proceed at Miss Ellen Anderson’s, Ruth Circle with Miss Marion Hinn Saturday at 3. A member pledged $50 for building plans. Next Lord’s Day Bible School at 10, Communion and sermon at 11, Pastor Henry on God’s Secrets, Y P C E at 6:30 with The Solid Foundations of Life.
An upcoming church program features an evening sermon at 7 30 on What the King Requires with choir music and a notable male quartet. A reception for January joiners, Bernard Dubbert German readings, and a speech by N L Norton conclude the program. The preacher received a leather rocking chair gift. Lincoln Boys Club stunts amuse. Baptism and Epworth League activities follow with an installation and a 7 30 address by Hon F C Gilchrist on Abraham Lincoln. Bible Prayer meeting Wednesdays at 7 30.
The notice states W. C. Runyan will hold a major sale on March 10. Details are sparse in the readable text but indicate a prominent advertising event in the local market.
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