Honored judge Hodson of Galena dies after brief illness
Judge William T Hodson a prominent Galena figure and longtime JoDaviess County judge died Friday evening after a short illness. He had battled declining health for years yet remained active in civic life and was a leading member of the K P lodge. A respected lawyer he served many years as county judge. The report mentions other local notes from Morrison and Des Moines connections, including travel of teachers and a marriage in Hollibird South Dakota. It also recounts a wandering man captured near Watertown escaping from custody, later identified as from Davenport Iowa.
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Wm- T. Hodson
Calena
Judge Hodson
Galena
K. P. Lodge
JoDaviess County
Carroll Mirror Democrat
Watertown
Charles Groharing
Wise
Mr. Carroll
Jones
Davenport
Towa
New Use for Electricity in Timber Preservation
English scientists report electricity passed through freshly cut timber to slow decay and fungous growth. The method suggests treating wood to extend durability, potentially aiding construction and shipbuilding. Further trials are planned to confirm effectiveness and practical application.
Delicately Expressed Aunt Ellen in Boston
Charley meets his Aunt Ellen newly returned from England in Boston. He recalls that she is a devoted suffragette and remarks she is very gentlemanly. The scene captures family reaction to political involvement and social change.
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Charley
England
Boston
Ellen
Indy
Doctor Dieterich Offers Free Consultations in Illinois Trip
Dr. Dieterich, a licensed Illinois physician, tours Mt Carroll Glen View Morrison Whiteside Hotel and Minneapolis with free in person consultations on Nov 28 29. He treats stomach liver bowels blood skin nerves heart kidney and other ailments without surgery though expenses for treatment may apply. Married women must be accompanied by husbands. Address 336 Boston Block Minneapolis MN.
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Dieterich
Illinois
Boston Block
Minneapolis, Minn
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