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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1919
Page
6
Lu Verne News reports a chaotic window incident where LaVerne residents walked in through shattered panes. An old window bill featuring George Washington was discovered pasted on the glass, suggesting the event sparked by a simple cleaning mishap.
The five day program concluded Sunday night drew growing crowds and was greatly appreciated by the community. It paid out for the first time in three years and ordered signers for a chautauqua next season.
Kenneth Whyte sustained a fifteen foot fall while swinging on a rope at a local site on Monday forenoon. He suffered a sinking spell and was treated by a doctor for about ninety minutes. He also had a bruised wrist and a broken radius just above the wrist.
In a game between Corwith and Britt two weeks ago Sunday outfielder Oren Goodheart was struck on the temple by a pitched ball. He suffered a concussion and recovered briefly but died later this week, the death attributed to the accident at the ball game.
Glenn Southwrec flew seven or eight passengers last week at a rate of one dollar per minute. John Dyculek bought a cheap ticket with twelve men sharing one dollar each and drew lots to determine who rode. Jobo won and added four dollars to the pot, bringing his own ride to four dollars.
Capt Edward H Sands formerly of city division has appointed himself state housing commissioner effective September 1 to succeed Dr C W Reese as temporary commissioner. Sands already at his office in the state house getting a line on the work as reported by Timps-Cazette.
A squirrel event near Carroll Bartia caused him to pass out while eating nuts Tuesday afternoon. First aid from G. Weisenberg revived him and he recovered without lasting harm. Bartia says he hopes such an incident does not recur.
Notice to land and town property owners. Land Office opened in the Renwick Repair Shop for the present point. Property listing offered with prompt attention and business interest expressed by P J Friday.
A brief note reports firemen back to duty after a strike and a merchant and banana dealer resuming business. The town hopes prosperity returns and a printer’s keg of ink may arrive in time to print this week’s paper.
The famed philanthropist Andrew Carnegie died at 83 after giving away about a quarter billion dollars. He directed large sums to libraries churches and educational gifts while his wife and daughter inherited much of his fortune. He endowed the Carnegie Corporation with 25 million dollars and supported international peace and colleges.
Lu Verne came to Henwick with a strong ball lineup and led 9 6 in the ninth before Renwick surged to tie it and win in the tenth. Renwick’s late scoring produced a dramatic comeback with four runs in the ninth and a decisive extra frame. Next Sunday the teams renew the rivalry at Lu Verne for another likely crackling contest.
Interurban struck by a car south of Fort Dodge injuring A E Minion of Humboldt Independent and Mr Elfes riding with him. Minion's auto was crushed into junk and his arm shoulder bruised while the crossing blinded by dredge grading prevented sight of the oncoming interurban car. No lives were lost. Republican.
Notice to Patrons explains grain delivered to the Renwick Farmer's Exchange elevator will get 15 days free storage with a genuine way time within 16 days. If grain is not sold by the 16th day, it must be settled at the price paid on delivery. A. W. Gray, Manager.
The Evangelical Church lists Sunday school at 10 09 a m with preaching at 11 00 a m in Utha. Evening preaching at 8 00 p m Wednesday prayer services Thursday teacher training following by chair rehearsal. All are invited signed A W Schlesselman Pastor.
German services at 10 30 p m followed by special business meeting Sunday School and Bible Class at 630 p m No services in the evening R F Schedtler pastor
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