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Newspaper

Semi Weekly Herald

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1909

Page

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Meetings Draw Near at Eldora Tabernacle Series

Evangelist Lyon leads a four day series with men only sessions and closing services. The campaign runs Friday May 12 at 3 PM and 7 30 PM, Saturday November 13 at 7 30 PM, Sunday November 14 sermons at 10 30 AM 3 30 PM and 7 PM. Numerous merchants attend mid week Sabbath. Dozens respond to invitations as the revival nears its finale.

Union Farwell Eldora Evangelist Lyon the Tabernacle

Freewill Offering for Evangelist Mr Lyon

Four weeks in town led by an unfamiliar evangelist Mr Lyon who has deeply inspired the community through selfless service and years of experience. A Sunday offering will be taken as his sole compensation for the campaign, with local leaders urging generous support. William GrorGcn Ramsay, Chairman Executive Committee.

Harris Tabernacle Lyon Irelad Germany Scotland England Canada Nova Scotia Iowa Ilinois New York Ohio Maine Indiana Massachuetts South Dakota Vermont Michigan Pennsylvania Kansas Missouri Christ Evangelist Lyon Dean Mr. Lyon Jesus Christ William GrorGcn Ramsay

Sunday temperance program urged for World Temperance Sunday

Sunday school workers are asked to mark November 28 as World Temperance Sunday and plan a special all day rally if possible. Schools should coordinate with organizers for suggestions and communications, with Mrs. A Thompson in Hubbard, Ta.

A. Thompson Hubbard

Rand Guilty of Assault and Battery

In district court Harm Rand of Ackley was found guilty of assault and battery with intent to do great bodily injury after a stabbing incident. Sentencing to follow next week. Several other cases were settled or dismissed and divorces awarded including M J Wehrman and Ethel Madden. Des Moines Drug Co. won a judgment against Zimmerman.

Harm Rand Ackley Abbas Melvin Johnson Iowa Falls Reed Garden City M. J. Wehrman Louis Wehrman Ethel Madden Elmer Madden Des Moines Drug Co Zimmerman Clarence Moody Julia Moody

Platts Arrested for Burglary at Steamboat Rock

H A Platts was arrested by Sheriff Walsh at Steamboat Rock on Wednesday night charged with breaking and entering the GC T Reed drug store and stealing a large amount of bottled goods. The offense carries a penitentiary term. A preliminary hearing is set for Saturday before W F Asher at Steamboat Rock.

H. A. Platts Steamboat Rock Walsh GC. T. Reed Drug Store Platts Steamboat W. F. Asher

Farmer Dies in Elevator Accident Near Grundy Center

Jeff Mutch, a young farmer living near Grundy Center, was fatally crushed when his glove caught in a windlass in a farm elevator Tuesday night. His arm was broken in multiple places and his face and neck were crushed. death was instantaneous. He leaves a young wife.

Jeff Mutch Grundy Center

Ackley Dry Town Dwellers Rally Against Booze

The letter notes Eldora's advertising and eight empty whiskey barrels near the Central depot. It contrasts Ackley with its dry reputation and cites penalties of 25 dollars fine or 30 days in jail for drunkenness, suggesting residents think twice before drinking.

Eldora Central Depot Ackley

Notice to debtors of Mrs. Kate M Faaa

All persons knowing themselves indebted to the undersigned are urged to call and settle soon as she intends moving to South Dakota in the near future and will then place all accounts in other hands.

South Dakota Kate M, Faaa

For Rent Living rooms over Norris' Book Store

The article itemizes rental space above Norris' Book Store with amenities noted and local real estate activity. It mentions Dr Horton attending a dentists meeting at Marshalltown, Dan Moser visiting relatives, Dr Kier elected treasurer of the Marshalltown dental association, W Cherryholmes traveling through Eldora seeking horses, and a mill property sale to a Northwood party for rehabilitation.

Norris Horton The Iowa Dentists Marshalltown Dan Moser Centerville Kier Dental Association W. Cherryholmes Eldora Odett North Wood

Wisner appoints Dr H W Emeny power of attorney

Miss Lois J Wisner now of age names Dr H W Emeny to act for her in settlement with her guardian L W Harris and with J D Newcomer trustee for property under Julia A Wisner will. The attorney’s power covers management of both real and personal property valued at about three quarters of a million dollars and is granted without bonds.

Lois J. Wisner H. W. Emeny L. W. Harris J. D. Newcomer Julia A. Wisner

Lightning Sets Fire to Barn East of Town

At about noon Thursday a lightning strike burned the E. T. Whinnery barn east of town, destroying the structure, machinery, and all contents. Two horses could not be saved. Estimated loss ranges from 2500 to 3000 dollars.

E. T. Whinnery

Iowa State dairy course for farmers announced

The Iowa State Agricultural College outlines a two week dairy course starting January 3 for farm dairying. Topics include butter and cheese making, dairy testing, bacteriology, stock judging, feeding and breeding, silos and ventilation. Limited to 100 students. interested parties should request the circular from the Dairy Department Ames Iowa.

Iowa Towa Iowa State Agricultural College Dairy Department Iowa State College Ames

Birdless world limits human habitation, says French naturalist

A French naturalist warns that without birds in nine years insects would devastate orchards and crops, proving human efforts to better nature face grave limits. The reflection appears in a Boston Evening Transcript fragment noting ecological balance and skepticism toward drastic improvements.

Boston Evening Transcript

Saint Nihal Singh Named Bohemian Magazine Editor

The Hindoo journalist Saint Nihal Singh is appointed managing editor of the Bohemian Magazine marking a notable first in American journalism. Singh, in his thirties, has written since youth and led editorial work in India and abroad. He has penned six books and averaging about one million words yearly.

Nihal Singh United States India Singh The B. O. Flower William T. Stead Ben B. Lindsey John Frisby

Cord wood for sale in Widora at set prices

Good dry cord wood for sale priced at four and five dollars per cord delivered. Contact H. F. Zisman, R D., Widora, 902. Also typewriter for sale at the Her ad office.

H. F. Zisman R D Widora Herad

Farm Loans at Lowest Rates by J B Mather

J B Mather offers farm loans at the lowest rates of farm security and invites prospective borrowers to call and discuss options before applying. He promises favorable terms and a prompt, beneficial arrangement for farmers seeking financing.

J. B. Mather

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