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Newspaper
Spencer News
Location
Spencer, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1913
Page
1
The Riks convention will be held in Mitchell South Dakota in the latter part of the week. TH Kunath Willie Jills Chas Schroeder J H Price and Chas Kender expect to attend.
Mrs Z W Cory hosted a Friday afternoon luncheon for twenty ladies at her inviting home. The charming event featured service at small tables by Miss Myra Wood and Miss Belle Pitcher, with afternoon hours spent in pleasant social conversation.
Miss Maude J. Mayne married Arthur L. Anderson of Linn Grove on a Wednesday in June at her mother Mrs. Maggie Mayne’s Plattville Wisconsin home. The couple now reside in Linn Grove and visited 2D. E. Mayne there last Sunday.
Painter painting barns on Olson Farm near Langdon states fire came from a mixed barrel of white magnesian red and linseed oil paint, causing chemical combustion. Uncertainty remains about spontaneous ignition or other factors.
Mr and Mrs R Morneau hosted a lawn picnic Saturday evening inviting a group of friends including Mr and Mrs Q W Claybaugh Mesdames Sc T McGinnis A G Olson Mary Haverty and J Brunea. Guests enjoyed a social, pleasurable occasion as Mrs Smith prepared to return to Sioux City.
Frank Howdle an employee of the First National Bank resigns to become cashier at Farmers State Bank Parker S C His hometown He has been in Spencer since last July and many friends regret his departure Waldo Thrush will take his place at the local bank.
Parties announce donations for a rummage sale to Mrs. C P Ruckey and indicate a call for the package. The N N GC will meet at Mrs. D K Knight's home on Thursday afternoon June 26. Winona Axtell is president with Anna Doughty secretary. The Christian Endeavor society of the Baptist church will serve a voc supper in the basement on Saturday June 28 from 3 pm until all served. Menu includes meat sandwiches fried potatoes lettuce deviled eggs jello strawberry shortcake coffee and iced tea. All are invited.
Mrs. Graham and Mrs. Hasset will host the Fostoria Ladies Aid Thursday afternoon at the Graham home on June 26. Chas Lowe traveled to Des Moines Friday on business. Michel Michelsen bought two lots near his current site and plans to build a modern fireproof blacksmith shop. Local baseball players received new suits and a diamond with backstop is being prepared for games. The Hie Boyenga family visited Fostoria last Friday night. Frank Tucker has been ill for a week. An ice cream social at the B Allen home, run by the Tadles Aid society, drew a large crowd. P. Tischer returned Thursday from southern Minnesota after looking at land. Mrs. Olson and her two sons Alfren and Alvin left Friday for a visit to Humboldt. G Helkens and mother left Ackley Saturday morning for a visit here.
The article argues for a director of physical culture funded by public and class contributions, noting supply and demand and calling for equitable compensation. It also mentions proposals for a men’s training class to offset costs and preserve standards, and envisions rural schools offering gymnasial programs. The piece ends with detailed social notes on two local weddings and family attendance.
Miss Edna Walker and Will Mallon were married on June 6 in Miles City Montana. The couple quietly slipped away to surprise friends. A merry go round is planned in Spencer next Saturday as part of Drag Day events. Drive in on your drag.
NorthWest Logan U and the Riedingers planned a visit to Spencer on Monday. The Wick Club met with Mrs. Good on Wednesday afternoon. An ice cream sociable will be held on the lawn Sunday by the Sunday School at 0. Riedingers Friday evening. Everyone is invited. Jack Carpenters and G. W. Hlar waved to Spencer Sunday for a visit at W. B. Carpenters. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Margraver returned Friday night from Minnesota where they had been visiting.
Charles Matrose Mylp born October 10 1852 was a mason and contractor who lived in New York Vermont and Massachusetts. He married Anna Bloyd December 14 1880 at Adirntess Ney. He served as a director of the Warmers Savings Bank and supported local Creamery and Elevator companies. Known for hospitality, his life reflected deep community ties in the area near Chestertown New York.
A Spencer road dragging contest promotes wood roads with a dressing contest and valuable prizes. Participants register with W A Passe, report counts by noon, and distances must exceed one mile outside town. Prizes include shirts, umbrellas, shoes, and subscriptions from local businesses. the event features men and women divisions and a prize for the longest ride. At Centerville Iowa a separate long distance drawing started at dawn.
Miss Cronk wed Mr Mauss in Logan last Wednesday with Rev O M Bond performing the ceremony. Cronk, niece of Mrs Win Diving, is a friendly bank employee and well known. the couple leave for their wedding trip and will honeymoon at West Second Street home after their return.
Obituary details Charles Kk Wripp and a lengthy community update from Lake Center describe loss and family. Survived by widow Anna and seven children incl Lloyd C Wripp and Howard H Wripp. siblings listed. Funeral held by Rev W C Tompkins on the lawn Sunday afternoon.
Kensington report states the club engages supporters for a supper and outlines a post to conclude a particular investment in the current year. Local organizers cite ongoing efforts to boost attendance and community participation at Perine Grove today.
The issue highlights motive for constructing new bridges, arguing the county cannot afford steel bridges and will discuss further next week. A note mentions concrete structures as the preferred path and promises additional details in upcoming coverage.
Mrs Mary A Palmer died in Stockton California. She was aunt to the James Oliver children and had lived with James Oliver for five years before her death. The Spencer family remembers her fondly.
George Bender has purchased the building he occupied this week and plans to move it to Heverner Street area around Bedell Butte. The structure will stand on the PED street until the completion of the bedell project, after which it will occupy wine of ie and dismantle or sell the other building.
A rare display of pluct ures will be shown tomorrow night at the Unique with praise from pastors and broad endorsement from Manger to the Cross. All should attend at one of the hours named.
Last Wednesday Mrs. A. S. Mack attended the Weaver- Seller wedding when the Sunday class she belongs to moved to her home to celebrate her birthday. A luncheon was served and a bouquet of cut flowers was presented to Mrs. Mack.
Last week Marly transferred his stake in Staples and Jarnstad Hardware to the Od14 Bjornstart Company. The move suggests a shift to a more aggressive basic operation under new management. Ben is described as up to date and ready to drive results, with Staples asset poised for future growth.
Mes. Clyde Doty and children visit relatives at Nuvaita Missouri. Miss Vivian Lowery of Toimruy is a guest at Huth Hastings this week. Mr. and Mrs. Hastitgs and wife of Siouk City were Monday guests of their brother GC C. Lasting. Roy Keir is doing express work today on the train from Spencer to Chamberlain. Clara concluded a five week visit with the W. L. at Clack family and returned to Atkinson Nebraska. Geo Capstick and son Robert returned to Virginia Minnesota after a week with relatives in Spencer. Miss Tenvle Moulton returned from Chicago for summer vacation. Mrs Moulton retreats from a visit. Mrs Utus and daughters Blanch and Florence went to Sanborn for a Masonic and Master Star picnic. Mr and Mrs Carl Slagle left for Timber Lake South Dakota for two weeks with Mrs Rosy. Mr Bailey will run the grain house in his absence. Mrs Jessie Robinson came home from Waterloo after graduation from Commercial College. Her son Gordon completed the typing course and will work in Waterloo over vacation. He will finish the course next year. Mrs Robinson also visited Strawberry Point and other places. Spencer Mill lost its oldest employee G N Carrow who resigned after nineteen years to join the local express business. He held the second miller position. Carrow seeks outdoor work and is well.
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