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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1899
Page
1
Saturday morning four loads of primiers left here planning to eat under swamp willows near Hawarjen. They reached their destination around 11 40 AM and prepared a meal while mosquitoes bothered them. Rain later fell, turning the picnic into a wet afternoon. The group returned home as the day ended with people traveling to nearby towns for visits.
Various residents and visitors from Boyden to Sheldon are noted in this slice of community life. Delegates elected for county convention include Wi Winoch J francera and others, while Mae Wood returns from Pipestone, Bert Warner discusses Popto Fico, and CG W Carter checks fences. Local clergy visits, kinfolk arrivals, and shop and churchgoers fill the page with names and small events across several towns.
Congressman Geo D. Perkins accepts invitation to speak at a Big Four old settlers gathering in Sheldon. The event aims to promote northwest Iowa development with Perkins delivering an address reflecting his pioneering efforts and familiarity with local progress. Sources show a formal invitation and expectations for a strong, era-appropriate address.
The Rock Valley district fair and race meeting runs September 11 12 13 in Rock Valley Iowa with big prize pools and speed events. A women’s day program features afternoon speed contests while schoolchildren enter free on a designated day. Colonial Exposition features native villages and global displays plus Filipino Cuban and Ukrainian pavilions. Address inquiries to S A Morement secretary Rock Valley.
Rural notes report a stranger donated 14 dollars at a church plate in Hawarden raising questions of motive. A record mortgage for 16 160 000 was filed in Dubuque with 8 083 in stamps. Sioux County leads 1899 wheat acres at 19 0 0 0, Titonka reports first baby in August, and Des Moines Democrats nominate Judge A Van Wagnen.
The Sioux County Fair announces another three day event on the same grounds with new exhibits and better attractions. Children under five admitted free. EF J Lohr, secretary, Oyayee City, Lo, will provide premium lists and information.
The District Mail plans a three day event at Rock Valley from September 11 to 13 with Woman's Day on September 12. Activities include speeches, music, children s drills and a Baby Show. A tent with cots and chairs will provide a resting place for mothers and children.
Ladies shirt patterns offered at ten cents each with cut to order. The O M & St P Ry runs a special excursion to Chamberlain on Sunday September 3 and return, fare two dollars round trip. Return on any train within three days. Program and announcements to follow.
An 18th century verse plea set among leaves and flowers. The speaker asks for space and freedom for birds to sing and fly, warning that confinement breaks the heart and joy. The poem is credited to Charles and appears in Gentleman's Magazine.
A prowling wife confronts Henry Weeker by telephone after a day of errands. In a city drug store he denies wrongdoing while a caller recounts rumors and possible infidelity, ending with a charged exit and a cryptic note about Avery Henry.
A humorous tale recalls Theodore rewarding hall servants with several bright farthings minted for the occasion. One footman mistakes the coins for a sovereign, but Theodore insists he gives not less and bids the coachman to proceed.
Readers recall a quirky local item about two rabbits named Harry and George. The text suggests Barry’s grab and a tense moment involving a hutch or pen and an attempted release. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A lively column recalls a Mrs McNeal hot nut treat and warm doughnuts at a hotel kitchen, praises editor favorite items, and notes Mr Neal’s cooking for Johnson Fuller’s hotel. Claude Terwilliger plans to leave for Sioux City for Attendant College. a party with ice cream and cake followed. The CM St P Ry announces cheap fares for Omaha Exposition to Des Moines August 21 22 Denver October 5 6 7 Beattie September 1 2 3 Sophia September 1 2 3. Also mentions visitors Roseland La sisters Jesfield Murphy Dearborn. Refreshments enjoyed. no M E church services next Sunday due to interior painting. Hull leaders Backman Jensen Godfrey seen in city. Warren welcomed newborn.
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