Fort Dodge and Plover Local Notes and Obituary Clippings
Local items include visits and travels of residents, out of town trips for banking and family matters, and community events. An infant death at the Northrops, a string of hospital and church activities, and revival services frame a week of civic life in Fort Dodge and Plover with memorials for deceased residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Garlock
Fort Dodge
H. Fitegerald
Jas. Webb
G. A. Everaun
Bir
F. J. Necke
Catherine
Dubuque
C. A
Beatrice Creamery Co
Des Moines
Iowa
Roush & Calhoun, Plover
Lows
Northrops
F. D. Hilton
Menahga
Minn
W. S. Chinn
E. D. Hilton
People's Savings Bank
Farmers’ Grain & Coal Company
Obituary for Edna May Henderson
Edna May Henderson born January 12 1873 at Traer Tama county Iowa died June 10 1917 at her home near Plover aged 44 with four months and 29 days Her life of faith began at fifteen joining the Church of Christ at Havelock later a Presbyterian in Plover She married James P Henderson December 25 1901 and they had Julia Ruth and Raymond Laurie She leaves husband two children father and three brothers two sisters and several other relatives friends and neighbors remember her as neighborly kind and faithful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eva May Henderson
Traer
Tama County
Iowa
Plover
A. B. Harmon
Havelock
James P. Henderson
Julia Ruth
Raymond Laurie
Ernest
Irvington
Clarence
Brisbane
George
Holton
Kansas
Elia Henderson
Mallard
Lilla Philp
ShevHn
Mine
Lizzie Vader
Card of Thanks from J P Anderson and Family
A heartfelt thanks to friends who aided during the illness and burial of a loved one. The message is signed by J P Anderson and Children with acknowledgment from Father, Brothers, and Sisters. An advertisement extols Dr King's New Discovery for colds and coughs, claiming 47 years of use and urging purchase at 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Anderson & Children
Dr. King
Evangelist Rev Kidder Praised For Strong Leadership
The article lauds Rev Kidder as a seasoned evangelist and capable leader. It urges good attendance to capitalize on favorable weather and improved roads, citing last night’s meeting as proof of strong turnout and community interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kidder
Ernest A Campbell Obituary Reflects Idaho Life and Service
Ernest A Campbell born August 18 1889 in Plover Iowa died May 13 1917 in Twin Falls Idaho aged 28 9 25. He moved with family to Oklahoma then Idaho and graduated Twin Falls High School class of 1913. A religious student all his life he joined the Kimberly Methodist Church March 7 1909 and led Union Sunday School and Epworth League growth to over 100 members before his death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church Triumphant
Twin Falls
Epworth League
Ernest A. Campbell
A. R. Campbell
Plover
Iowa
Idaho
Oklahoma
Claus
Hig
Methodist Church
Jim
Presbyterian Church
Kimberly
Hoy
Geo. R. Archer
Union Sunday School
Northrop Family Thanks for Support after Loss
Mr and Mrs C A Northrop and family thank friends neighbors for courtesies flowers and sympathy in the bereavement caused by the loss of their little daughter and sister. A local thief who stole from sleeping children is ridiculed for cussedness. A joke about the czar’s daughters notes they are available but no takers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernest
While the War Lasts We Do Our Bit For Patrons
A brief note announces a temporary pledge of gratitude to customers for liberal patronage during wartime. The statement emphasizes continued service and appreciation as the conflict persists.
Groceries at Cost and Small Handling Charge
A grocer pledges to keep prices at cost with only a minimal handling fee. The note thanks customers for loyalty and promises the lowest possible level of profit, aiming to serve with cheap, best service without profiting during the war.
Saturday Specials Prices Across Grocer Ad
Bargain list shows canned peas and pumpkin two for 25 cents, Post Toasties two for 25 cents, bulk coffee per pound 25 cents, four pounds bulk rice 25 cents, sugar at 1.00 with $1.00 orders, lemons 25 cents per dozen, and all summer underwear at half price plus shoes and slippers at 40 cent regulars. Also mention of extra special and items at cost.
Iowa Registrations Show White and Negro Totals For Draft
Adjutant General Logan reports Iowa draft figures from 99 counties and seven cities totaling 216 604 registrants versus government estimates of 212 882. White 200 603 Negro 2 141 aliens 10 060 enemy aliens 1 262 and 118 649 claim exemption of which 117 357 are white and 1 196 negroes. Those registered are ineligible for Iowa National Guard enlistment until drafted by selective service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dee Moines
Logan
Washington
Iowa
Adjutant General
War Department
Iowa National Guard
Three Year War Expected by Iowa College Leader
President Pearson of Iowa State College in Ames argues the administration pursues a war lasting two to three years and could shorten if ended sooner. He expects food measures to pass Congress and notes pressure from other large issues delaying legislation. Pearson returns from Washington to Ames for commencement then back to the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Raymond A. Pearson
Iowa State College
Washington
Pierson
Department of Agriculture
Pearson
Congress
Houston
Marriage of Kin Oleson and Besse Powell in Cedar Falls
Kin Oleson of Cedar Falls married Besse Powell at the bride’s home on Superior street with Rev. R. T. Chiperfield officiating. Attendants included Winifred Powell and Arthy Erickson. reception at Bradford hotel featured Mendelssohn music and a floral setting before the couple’s departure for their wedding journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kin Scott Oleson
Cedar Falls
Besse C. Powell
Charles Powe
Superior Street
R. T. Chiperfield
P. D
Winifred Powell
Arthy, Erickson
Catherine
F. J. Nacke
Plover
Mendelssohn
Wagner Thomas
Omaha
Provincia
Powell
Bradford
H. C
Miles Powell
Sigourney
Iowa
Ole
Rolfe
Storm Lake
Proclamation Declares Red Cross Week in Iowa 1917
Governor Harding proclaims June 18 to 28 as Red Cross Week in Iowa and urges citizens to donate 100 million dollars nationwide efforts. County Councils of Defense and Red Cross Chapters will run the campaign with managers C A Klingaman and A E Kepford coordinating statewide fundraising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
United States
RED Cross
American Red Cross Society
Coaner
Laws
Defense
C. A. Klingaman
State University
A. E. Kepford
Board of Control
Great
Commonwealth
Ot Dart
Commonwealth of Iowa
Des Moines
Harding
Allen
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Theodore Thomas
Fort Dodgers
A. W. Hess
N. H. Phillips
L. P. Hess
Ortonville
P. G. Hess
Spencer
Hess
M. Y. B. Club
Nellie Wallace
Chas. Watts
Audubon
H. Fitzgerald
Ft. Dodge
Federal Grand Jury
Milan Sharp
Jas. P. Henderson
C. M. Whetzell
The
Minnie Bush
Drake University
Misa Minnie
Lowry
Geo. Kidder
Fred Ehler
Edna May Henderson
Liberty
Liberty Loan
Banili, Plover, Ia
Roush
Calhoun Plover
Toth
Secretary of Agriculture
Mason City
Malloy
Donald Flynn
Elwood
Swaledale
Grinnell
Grinnell College
National Military Service
Fort Buelling
L. L. Dickerson
Voraran
Clinton Tooley
Department of
Public Speaking
J. G. Wanlleser
Holmes Beckwith
John M. Smith
Boston
American Ambulance Corps
France
Glenwood
Masters
G. H. White
Mills County
Wayne Choate
Farmers’ County Institute
Harry Farrington
Silver City
Duran Summers
Malvern
Kenneth Shaw
Emerson
Clem Shaffer
Solomon
J. P. Sprague
Department of Physical Education
Main
Lewis
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