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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Herald

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1903

Page

4

Hardin County Agricultural Society President Declares Nonrelection

An official county paper reports that Robt. Smith will not seek another term as president of the Hardin County Agricultural Society. He retires while the society is out of debt and thriving, hoping a successor may carry on its prosperous progress.

Robt. Smith The Hardin County Agricultural Society Society Robi. Smith Friends of the Herald Robt. Suuth

County Rural Carriers Form Organization in Hardin County

Rural Free Delivery mail carriers from Hardin County gathered in the Hardin County Courthouse at 2 pm on Thanksgiving Day to perfect a county organization. Oscar Green of New Providence presided, with Surl of Hubbard as secretary. postmasters and assistants named as honorary members. Officers chosen include President Oscar Green, Vice-president L. Frazier, and Secretary-treasurer W. H. Surl. Further minutes were not provided. The group aims to aid carriers and patrons and to align with the state body formed at Des Moines.

Hardin County Oscar Green New Providence Surl Hubbard L. Frazier Elidora W. H. Surl Mubbard Des Moines

Thanksgiving Services Honor Rev Shoemaker Sermon

A city union thanksgiving service at the Baptist church drew large attendance with Rev G B Shoemaker delivering the sermon and Rev W B Stanley offering the prayer The Baptist choir provided fine music and the discourse was praised as unusually well prepared and fitting for the occasion

Baptist Church Shoemaker M. E. Church W. B. Stanley Baptist’church Stanley

Thanksgiving union services gain growing favor each year

The piece notes improving turnout and praise for the union Thanksgiving services. The Baptist choir provided suitable music and rendered well, contributing to the overall fitting observance as these services attract more community support with each passing year.

Baptist

Library Anniversary Program for Iowa Celebrates 25th Year

The library marks its 25th anniversary with a 2:30 open house for patrons and friends, a 3:30 reception for teachers and pupils, and an 8:00 program featuring music and a keynote by Alice B. Tyler on What the State of Iowa Has Done For Libraries. Marshalltown, Iowa. Free entertainment. Committees organize prayer meetings to avoid conflicts.

Brary State of Iowa Alice 8. Tyler Sec'y Library Commission W. I. Crane Marshalltown

Large Card Party at the Winchester Hosted by Nobles and Larson

County Attorney Frank H Noble and Thos Larson hosted a large card party at the Winchester Hotel inviting about 100 friends. The event featured cards music and social refreshments overseen by Mrs Allen of Allens Gate. Guests called the evening one of the fall's most pleasant society occasions.

Frank H. Noble Thos Larson Winchester Frank Noble Thos, Larson Allen Allen’s Gate

Preacher Arrested in Hardin County for Wife Beating

Rev. D Webster pastor of M P church at Rough Woods was arrested on a warrant from G W Mendenhall for beating and maltreating his wife who is described as an invalid. Justice Pack fined him ten dollars plus costs. Webster may leave for a better post in an Ohio town after church conference. Local readers note his past service at Rough Woods and other nearby churches. Allen's Cafe serves oysters in any style.

Hardin County Rough Woods Bussey D. Webster M. P Church G. W. Mendenhal Webster Justice Pack Ohio

Property transfers listed with buyers and values

A series of property records shows transfers including Wm Wardman to A P and EA Wilson for 12000 dollars and various land lots in townships 87 and 86 with buyers such as Julia Maland Peter Nelson M J Gates John Schneider and H M Radmussen. Additional transfers involve Drake Ballard’s addition Radcliffe and Ackley with prices ranging from 200 to 3800 dollars.

Wm Wardman A P EA Wilson Nsw H Enderson Julia Maland E Wood L Blair ID Gifford Peter Nelson Gifford M J Gates HM Cox John Schneider New Providence AN Drake Et al L Santee Drake & Ballard R Loosa Ackley Dmif&nl&tl Co H M Radmussen Garden City

Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by Governor Atkinson

An advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a universal digestive aid that digests all food classes, strengthens the stomach, and improves blood health. Gov. W. Atkinson of West Virginia is quoted praising its effectiveness in treating stomach ailments and recommending it to friends. Sold by Smith & Reed with note to bring your petty to Jenssen & Krause for the largest trials.

W. Atkinson W. Va Smith & Reed Oures Shalienberger Bright Battle Red Oman Mitch Pelle

Senate Dietrich and Cleveland Reflections on Progress and Politics

A clashing editorial roundtable notes Senator Dietrich’s possible moral stance and President Cleveland’s refusal to seek renomination, praising prudent quit when needed. It discusses municipal printing shifts to machines, typographical union critique, and Murphy’s support. Rural carrier anecdotes from Eldora and neighboring towns illustrate public appreciation and occasional gifts from patrons at Thanksgiving.

Murphy Typographical Union Clarksville Star

Eldora Resident Praises Kidney Pills For Relief

An Eldora retiree Andrew J. Nutting reports years of kidney trouble with backache insomnia and weakness. After using Doan's Kidney Pills the pain eased and sleep returned with improved strength. He endorses the remedy and notes availability at Smith & Reed's drug store for 50 cents. Foster Kilburn Co. Buffalo N Y backs the claim.

Eldora Doont Andrew J. Nutting Dean Smith & Reed Foster-Kilburn Co Buffalo N. Y Solencents United States

Quieting Title in Hardin County Land Dispute

In Hardin county Iowa the plaintiff M W Hill seeks to quiet title on multiple parcels in section 20 township 89 north range 20 west, totaling about 184 acres, against numerous defendants including Townsend heirs and Adamson heirs. The suit alleges prior deeds and liens are void or barred by the statute of limitations and calls for court action beginning January 10, 1904 with publication in the Eldora Herald.

A. D M. W. Hill Ruth Ann Townsend Thomas Townsend Otis M. Townsend Minnie Johnson Wilbur Townsend D. W. Townsend Nathan Townsend Annetta Townsend Oran Townsend Oliver Townsend Olive Ownsend Charles W. Horr Arthur T. Horr Harry W. Horr Section Twenty Range Twenty Northéas Hardin County Iowa District Court Fanny W. Crockett Lois J. Wisner Gilman i. Wisner Recorder’s Office Sarah Townsend Nathan ‘Townsend John O. Page Nathan Adamson Recorder's Office Otes B. Arnold Hardin ‘County Eldora Dome Daa Midora Herald Towa Ww. D. Tvanb duistiGia Distriag

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