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Newspaper
The Weekly Times Record
Location
Valley City, North Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1921
Page
7
Thursday updates from McLeod to Valley City cover hospital cases and travels. Mrs. Ernest Hauge is recovering post surgery at Valley City Clinic, Migs Reimers returns home from the clinic, Mrs. Hoogle visits, and Richard Binignus underwent appendectomy at Riverside Hospital. Also noted are court adjournment, train delays, and various visits by families and officials in the area.
Mrs. Lee Cowell arrived in Livingston with her sister Mrs. Geo Winslow and family to attend the funeral of Mrs H. V. Church and interment took place there. Rumors say a season opening basketball game at the High School gym pits local team against Wimbledon with a large crowd expected. The Nugent family, recently released from scarlet fever quarantine, faces renewed illness as Robert shows a slight fever and the family again isolates at the Kindred hotel.
Mrs Matilda Hemp dies at home from a stroke at eight o clock Wednesday morning. Widow of Herman Hemp she resided in the city for many years and left many friends who mourn her passing. Funeral services will be held at the residence at three o clock Friday afternoon.
The paper notes a light issue due to the linotype motor failing from a spring fever attack. Prompt medical attention to the operator allowed publication to continue. Clyde Smith, skilled with electronics, operated the machine successfully.
The Business and Professional Women's Club held a card party at the Odd Fellows hall last evening. Eleven tables of six played euchre with prizes awarded to Mrs. Dr. Palmer and Miss Olea Nelson for high and low scores. A light lunch followed, enjoyed by all, with praise for the club's entertaining arrangements.
Harry Ladbury and his mother Mrs Ed Ladbury traveled from Darey to Valley City after she slipped on an icy sidewalk and broke her wrist. She received medical attention and, though the injury is painful, expects no permanent disability.
The Community Club Literary section met on December sixth led by Mrs. Allen. Members discussed North Dakota topics, reviewed Notable stories and novels, and heard quizzes and current events. Plans for the next meeting stated, to be hosted by Mrs. Allen as Guest Day.
Priday's Daily notes several local visitors including Frank Kraemer cashier of Marion State Bank visiting Valley City. Mrs H G Aamoth has returned home to Fargo after a visit since Sunday. Oscar Olson of Hastings attended the Anna Case recital. Mrs Walter Fall of Fingal also comes for the Anna Case recital. Mrs J C Chapin returns home after time at Riverside hospital. Vaughn Cowell resumes work at the high school after a needed vacation.
Mrs R C Hazard of Casselton and her daughter Miss Nell Hazard of Jamestown visited Spicer yesterday and attended a recital. Mrs Clarence Stee hosted friends for her sister in law Mrs John Sad of Cooperstown visiting the city. Andy McLees of Sanborn toured Valley City to see the sights and shop local bargains. Harry Palmer, Dr A N Palmer’s nephew, was operated on at Riverside Hospital by Dr E A Pray for a foot issue. his recovery is hoped. Mrs Frank Matschek remains at Riverside Hospital after a minor operation by Dr A W Macdonald and expects discharge soon.
In October Baldwin Locomotive Works received more orders than in any month of the war boon. Business surge was unanticipated. Firms ready to meet the big rise in trade will win the contracts. The funeral of Mrs. Matilda Hemp was held this afternoon at Woodland Avenue residence with interment at Woodbine Cemetery. services conducted by Reverend Wild for the church.
Mr and Mrs Iver Tolstad af Rogers announce the birth of their eight pound daughter Thure slay on December 8. Mrs Tolstad will be remembered as Misa Ethel Twiselton of this city, daughter of Mr and Mrs P W Twiseton of this city. The notice notes family connections and local ties within Fergus Falls.
The regular meeting of the Women's Missionary Society gathered at the Congregational Church with guests from the Methodist Ladies Missionary Society. Miss Horne, recently returned from China where she served as teacher and missionary, gave a pleasing talk on her work.
The article reflects on a public talk where Miss Chatbury led a Chinese songs group and Thomas A. Edison offered business insights about opressions and advertising during downturns. It also reviews Cecil B De Mille's film Forbidden Paradise and praises Anna Case’s piano recital at State Teachers College, noting her exceptional voice and stage presence.
Saturday's page notes Trubshaw, business visitor, traveling No. 7 to Cooperstown this morning and expected to return tonight. Also listed are Miss Clara Huff injured on an alley walk, a well attended Perguson Bros store coffee demonstration, and multiple Fargo Valley City and Fargo visits by local residents and officials.
It is reported that Mrs. A. J. Linn of Sanborn was operated on in Pargo yesterday for appendicitis. The operation was a success and Mrs. Linn is doing as nicely as could be expected.
Mrs. Frank Heimes entertains friends this afternoon in honor of her mother Mrs. F. E. Phillips of Detroit Minn who is visiting. Dr Chirpin Mrs Selvig and others traveled from Fergus Falls yesterday.
The Swedish ladies hosted a pleasant party at Mrs. C. P. Embertson’s home with twenty five guests who surprised her on her birthday with a handkerchief shower. After whist, refreshments were served and a large crowd enjoyed lunch and holiday gift articles for sale. County auditor Charles Nelson reported a call from Drake Ballard Co. of Minneapolis about local securities, indicating renewed financial confidence in North Dakota.
Mr and Mrs Herb Jones and Mr and Mrs W RB Jones of Clark City toured Valley City yesterday. They viewed sights and explored merchant bargains. J Schweizer meat market proprietor of Washburn NC is in the city visiting his daughter Gertrude a student at the State Teacher College on his way home from St Paul where he recently shipped a carload of hogs
Lee Ferguson rode No. 8 to Jamestown last night to gauge the new store's progress. He says trade there is very good and the store is getting its share. He returned on No. 4. The Eastern Star plans with John B. Rogers Producing Co to send a director for a musical play, likely in early May.
Public Library Bargain Day offers two days to return overdue Hawks without fines on Friday and Saturday December 1 and 2. Rev A C Hackee, new superintendent of Congregational churches in the state, visited Valley City yesterday, attended the Brotherhood supper at the Congregational church, spoke to diners, then departed for Fargo.
Valley City unveils its annual Christmas tree at Main street and Fifth avenue with wiring soon to be completed. Valley City residents praise the festive display and holiday spirit, as community events include a Dec 11 lecture at the big white house corner Fifth street and Sixth avenue by Pastor M Olson.
A cinema audience praised the feature picture, calling Curwood stories good reading and film worthy. Reports say the gripping story is well pictured and the crowd left satisfied. Mr Pillar earns commendation for presenting high class pictures to the Valley City public.
The Brotherhood supper at the Congregational church drew its largest attendance in years. After a sermon by Rev. A. C. Harkee, officers were chosen for the coming year: D. W. Clark president, Dr. P. L. Wicks vice president, Ed. N. Johnson secretary and treasurer. A basketball game at the High School gym preceded a large party at the American Legion hall. Alfred Tangola, 18, demonstrated Underwood typewriters in city venues, typing rapid speeds with zero errors in tests.
Edstor Trubshaw receives a letter from Frank Sanford in Florida referring to sending a box of fruit to a Republican editor to soften views during the Harding coal price period. The note notes the price of $3.00 for a duplicate box and jokes about expressing the sentiment. It ends by saying the Wilson panic is being overcome by Nordine.
Tuesday evening events at the A. O. U. W. hall are noted. Bob Christ of Wimbledon visited friends. W. C. Drey and M. Grangaard spent time in Rogers on business. Miss Maxine returned from Valley City after visiting. W. A. Walters left for an unspecified destination. N. De Kate Ludwig of Valley City visits Kathryn Hildebrant. Ruby Colby visited Valley City, and Norman Ronzheimer was absent from school due to illness. The schools plan a Christmas play on December 20.
Dr Marion O Harrow writes to Registrar C A Lee from the University of Iowa describing campus life and student activities. She mentions football, glee club, swimming meets, and voters, notes remedial gymnastics classes for women, hopes Valley City State Teachers College gains proper facilities, and describes local wildlife, student illness, and a lengthy President's reception with new faculty members. The letter reflects social and academic interests and ends with regards.
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