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Newspaper

Progress Review

Location

La Porte City, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1924

Page

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A J Eaker Passes Away in Community

A. J. Eaker, lifelong resident of the area, died Sunday morning after long illness. Born June 22, 1836 in Albany New York, he lived in Ohio Illinois Iowa Minnesota and finally settled in town on a farm before moving to the city ten years ago. Survived by wife and several children including Everett two other sons and a daughter, fifteen grandchildren mourn his loss. Funeral services were held at the family home on Commercial Street led by Rev. T J Sherman and burial followed in Vie 90.

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Children’s Day Programs Postponed in Port City Churches

Children's Day programs at three Protestant churches in Port City were postponed due to heavy rain last Saturday. Many participating children were from rural areas and could not reach the event, leaving the program in doubt for several days.

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Decorate Graves of Deceased Members Observed by Fire Company

Members of the Independent Fire Company visited West Siew Cemetery Monday evening and laid flowers on the graves. This annual custom, carried out for years, honors departed firefighters and is praised by the department.

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Lions Club Meeting and Women’s League Notices

The Lions Club held its regular Tuesday luncheon in the American Legion room with good attendance. New members enjoyed two selections and Percy W. Smith spoke on local work by his company. After a brief business session the club adjourned to meet Tuesday, June. Central meeting of the Women’s Catholic League was held last Thursday at Mrs Frank Happer’s home electing officers. A pleasant meeting followed with refreshments and a sure attendance at the next gathering on the second Thursday of July. Pure cane ruger for sale at Kilne’s Cream Store. Edine’s Department offered berries and candy, orders via Pete Dizon at 353.

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Klive's big sale boosts lemons and more in Cedar county ad

A cluttered ad page from Cedar records a Klive’s store promotion with lemon discounts and miscellaneous local notices. The item lists include household goods, farm implements, sewing machines, and acts of social life such as graduations, visits, and church events among Cedar residents and nearby towns.

Obituary for Mrs. Mary E Brown 93 in Cedar Rapids

Mrs Mary E Brown 93 a Cedar Rapids resident dies at home from her daughter in Cedar Rapids. Funeral from her daughter’s home Monday at 10 am with interment at Lanwood Cemetery. Survivors include daughters Ella Gingrich and Mrs James Brown Cedar Rapids and several sons and grandchildren.

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Waterton hunter EJ Cilia dies after long illness

Funeral services were held for EJ Cilia Chapin of Waterton who died Sunday morning after a period of poor health. Known as a warden and expert on local game, he lived most of his life in the Cedar River area. His remains were taken to the cemetery after services at an undertaker chapel in Waterlouse.

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Cummins Honored by Ponti Grid Club Dinner

Mr and Mrs Mob Cummins son Cummins of Pontiac Michigan was honored at a Grid Iron Club dinner. He has been a director of Cine publishing and was presented a token travel bag. He announced he would leave Ponti June 13 to pursue theatrical work as his schedule. The Pontiac Board of Education offered a raise, which he declined to pursue advanced dramatism studies.

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Thamble The June Thimble Bee Held by Presbyterian

The June Thimble Bee of the Presbyterian Mile Seely was held yesterday after afternoon in the church with Mrs. Thana Ww Plough J M McQuikin A Hayate TK Sherigan Exa McQuirkin J McQuirkin Audrey Kasil HG Chrisdansen and Charles Schalble presiding. Mrs BE L McClure of Mt Pleasant conducted the devotional service. A short program followed with plane by Vella Scholle vocal solo Mike Lilian Garrahrant piano solo by Elsie Smith. The meeting concluded with visiting and refreshments served by the hosting ladies.

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Oddfellow Memorial Service for Deceased Members

Members of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodges held their annual memorial service Sunday at the Odd Fellows Temple. They later visited Wear View cemetery to decorate the graves of departed members with fragrant flowers as part of a fitting memories program.

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Popular Young Couple Weds at Porte City in Ceremony

A large crowd witnessed the wedding of Miss Kate Eldridge and Key D. McNumney Tuesday noon at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Dames Mee, Porte City area. The couple exchanged vows in a simple service, with guests dining after and guests presenting gifts. The bride wore a light gray dress with pink rose corsage. The McNamee family, local teachers and community members celebrated at the country wedding as the couple begins their new life together.

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Card of Thanks Acknowledges Firefighting Help at Quality Cafe Fire

The Fire Company thanks Bruce Kifne for the 10,00 given in appreciation of services Saturday morning at the Quality Cafe fire.

Bruce Kifne Quality Cafe

Fire department two calls on Saturday flareups at local cafe and poultry firm

Independent Fire Co. responded to two Saturday alarms. The first at 2:20 a.m. involved a kitchen fire at Quality Cafe on Main Street discovered by Gerald Veriga and family. Fire spread from woodwork near the range, causing heavy smoke and extensive damage to the building and contents. A second blaze, reported Saturday afternoon at the Umat Poultry Co. on Chestnut Street, began near the furnace and rags near the chimney, quickly gaining headway but stopped by rapid action to prevent greater damage.

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Pythian Sisters Frid ay Meeting and Social Evening

The Pythian Sisters of Feriday hold an eventing meeting with a social agenda. A complete district report by Mrs J D Guan will be presented, followed by two games. Local hosts include Miss Minta Simmons and others as part of the evening’s activities.

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Evangelical Ladies Aid Meets in City Park

Evangelical Alb. Ladies Aid of the elical church gathered yesterday in the city park for a pleasant afternoon and brief business session. They adjourned for a two months’ vacation, with a lunch to close the gathering. The next meeting is set for the second week in September in the church basement hosted by Tina Ballbetm, Pearl Willams, Elurina Edsill, George Fell, and O. Ke. Kober. During vacation members are to earn a dollar and share experiences at the September session.

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Kline's big Men hose in colors and more

Read it now multiple local notices and social items from a small town paper. Names like Kline's Department Store, Macomb, Iowa City, New Hampton appear with mentions of shopping, deliveries, and social calls. Local residents Leslie Craft, Abe Wrst, Smelser, and Millicent Po Cooper figure in visits and events.

Kline Fleischman Laven Leslie Craft Macomb

Were wed with ceremony at Water too church

The wedding of Miss Alina Wilmer of La Porte City and Walter Wagner of Lincoln Neb was held at Pend church in Water too with both families present. Miss Wilmer, a Cedar Falls State College student and artist, wore pink organdy and tulle. Guests included Mrs Lawrence Linsor of Stucktos and Mr and Mrs Robert Newburg of BPI. The couple planned a wedding trip to Chicago and points east.

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Me Creek Township Girls Club Plans Meet

The Me Creek Township five Li Wize ini a Club forms under the Farm Bureau women division. Mingwi will host a winner vacation meet in two weeks. Offiers listed include Thera Sweet president Frances Miganer vice president Helen Sweet secretary treasurer Mrs Roy FB Hawkins leader. Next meeting set for Friday June 27 in the city purle with a visitor and demonstrations to follow. Members urged to attend.

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Oldest Son Honored At Graduation For All-Around Merit

Olla Weltelela Jr., son of Mr and Mrs Olla Weltelela, formerly of La Porte City now living in Orlando Florida, received a Peonge medal at the end of graduation exercises for best all around qualities including grades, athletics and citizenship. Otto Tan, nephew of Dr and Mrs BR, is noted.

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Hila Morgan in CalifgEnia Stage Tour at Moyne Theatre

Hila Morgan and company present a three year California tour with new plays and elaborate scenery. Vaudeville between acts, refined revue, and wholesome entertainment promise a fresh, flowing season with popular prices. Special car transport and advance seat sales begin Monday at Blanchalne's drug store. ladies may attend free Monday night to see Hila Morgan.

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