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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Herald
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1903
Page
5
The Eldora Herald details Halloween suppers at M E churches, a Republican rally in New Providence, and local political tensions. It notes court actions, church preaching, and upcoming events, including a reengagement of Caught in the Web at Wisner and a sample Australian ballot to guide voters next Tuesday.
Miss Daisy Davis and Geo W Lisor wed at 5 30 PM Sunday Oct 25 1803 in Ackley in a quiet ceremony performed by Rev Smith M E church. Only families present. They plan a Chicago trip then Cedar Falls then back to Ackley to reside. The Herald congratulates the bride and notes her many accomplishments. Daisy had resigned recently and is now starting a new role amid friendly wishes. Caught in the Web to-night engagement.
E. 8. Blydenburgh, named in a grand jury murder in the first degree indictment, was arraigned yesterday forenoon and held to trial without bail. He was returned to jail to await trial, likely during the current term.
The Citizens Bank specializes in time deposits and low interest farm loans with reliable abstracts of title. J F Hardin, president, Bidora Iowa.
The excerpt notes daily comings and goings of visitors and residents, including Special Agent Jno. T. Boylan’s return from the western state and Mrs. Jno. Porter’s improving health after a stroke. It mentions Mrs. Lee of Webster City visiting and N. R. Van Avery returning from Ohio with apples, plus Mrs. Ward attending Iowa City for a grand chapter event.
The district docket showed Edwards Loan Company versus Martin as the first jury case called. The nestlerode versus Miller equity case remained for Monday. The Edwards Loan case occupied the forenoon yesterday, with the jury empanelled and adjournment at night. Up next Monday through Tuesday are Edwards Loan Co. versus Martin, Morrison, and Allison.
Ward is an officer of the grand body and will also represent the local chapter with others. Mrs. G. W. Langstaff of Huron, M. D., has visited her mother, Mrs. Farrow, and sisters for several days. Judge Jno. Porter left for Chicago to learn about his son and wife’s condition, which is recovering slowly but as well as could be expected. The grand jury finished its work and reported. Three indictments were found against Edwin C. Soule for embezzlement of Home Savings Bank funds, and one against E. S. Blydenburgh for alleged arsenic poisoning of his wife. Blydenburgh was released on bond pending trial. An indictment does not prove guilt. the defense claims to have a vinemnen for the Blydenburgh case.
A group of teachers and students attended a Republican rally in Union last Thursday. Seniors begin studying rhetoric for December exercises led by Miss Albrook. New Providence Academy played a return basketball game, losing 10 to 6 to Eldora, with Eldora leading 1 to 0 at halftime. Captain Porter was absent, Josephine Gilman served as captain. The visiting team was taller but lacked teamwork and rules knowledge, with some disputed calls. The school grounds hosted the game, expenses paid, and a small treasury balance remains. This may be the final game of the season unless indoor practice space is found. Monarch over pain. Burns, cuts sprains, stings. Instant. réNef Dr Thomas! Eelectric urug wi
The Herald urges withholding judgment until the court and a twelve-man jury decide the state of Iowa versus BE O Soule. The case was continued to the next term with bonds set at 7600 dollars, enabling potential liberty if posted.
Round trip fare of two dollars via Chicago Great Western Railway to points in Canadian northwest Old Mexico New Mexico Minnesota North Dakota Manitoba Idaho Texas Georgia Florida and North Carolina. Ample return limits with tickets on sale October 6 20 November 3 and 17. For details contact any Great Western Agent or J P Almer GPA Chicago.
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