Elsie Smidt Weds Mr B F Palkerts at Abbott
Miss Elsie Smidt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Warner Smidt, married Mr. Bano F Palkerts of Abbott Tay at the Ragndl church parsonage north of Dermin Valley with Rev. G. Haken officiating. Attendant Miss Jennie Smith wore crepe and roses. The couple will reside on the Buell farm west of town after March first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ragndl
Paltsonage
Dermin
Valley
Elsie Smidt
Warner
Titonia
Bano F Palkoerts
Abbott
G. Haken
Dtane Fultives
Jennie Smith
Ben Paunikuk
Na Communaity
Palkerlis
Smidt
Qieston
Buell Farm
Paying the Fiddler and the Farm Economy’s Slow Return
An analysis of agriculture’s fragile health as a backbone of the country’s economy. It argues farmers benefit from stable prices, cooperative strength, and the continuous need to support local merchants, bankers, and craftsmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Renwick .News
Miss Soraya to Washington on Institute trip
Miss Marie Soraya left Tuesday for Washington D C to participate in the Boys and Girls Institute program later this week. She took photographs of institute features to show the county cast what is being accomplished in Yews. She anticipated a pleasant trip and looked forward to the institute with pleasure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Sorum
Washington
Marie Soraya
Washington D. C
Titanics Lodge thanks helpers at Christensen funeral
Jad of Mynyks Titanics Lodge No 649 extends thanks to all who assisted in conducting the funeral of Brother H P Christensen. Harvey A Sohutts secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jad of
Mynyks Titanics Lodge No. 649
H. P. Christensen
Harvey A. Sohutts
Notice to Farmers Sharpening Disc and Plow Offer
D A Schultz of Titonka Iowa offers disc sharpening at the same old price and will sharpen one plow free when brought with the disc. This offer runs until April 1, 1982.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. A. Schultz
Black Agaith
Titonka
Lowa
Political Wireworks in Eminet Campaign for Mminet County
In Eminet County Uta politics see extensive rework as candidates prepare for offices this year. No announcements yet but many contenders are ready to enter the race and multiple candidates may seek each office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eminet
Uta
Mminet
Stohr Girls to Wed in Planned Licenses
Applications for marriage licenses list couples including Lath to Merlin Hall Garner Frances Tweedt Jolie on the 15th to Dick Senne Woden Titanka Stohr to Menno Redenus Britt and Lora Stohr Titan ka Fred Gall Klemme Naomi Ax Kiemme Brilt News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merlin Hall
Garner
Frances Tweedt
Jolie
Dick Senne
Woden
Caroline Stohr
Titanka
Menno Redenus
Britt
Lora Stohr
Fred Gall
Klemme
Naomi Ax
Kiemme
Brilt News
Reorganization Visit Aims to Restore Local Red Cross Chapters
Mrs Grace Ashhaugh of the American Red Cross visited Kosgoth County on Monday and Wednesday to reorganize local Red Cross chapters. A Titonka meeting was held in the library to elect officers. Raymond Bonacker was named chairman with Howard Trench as vice chairman, Mrs Lee O Waite secretary treasurer, and Dr Pierre Sartor and Dr W F Hamstreet joining the executive board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loeal
Raymond Bonacker
Howard Trench
Lee OQ. Waite
Pierre Sartor
W. F. Hamstreet
Doctor Ball Suffers Wrist Fracture After Ice Fall
Dr. R C Ball slipped on ice downtown after Sunday paper delivery in front of the Titoka Gate, breaking a bone in his right wrist and wrenching the limb. He received X rays from his family physician, wearing a sling and expected to be laid up for several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R.C. Ball
Titoka Gate
Swea City Sees Fireworks Ordinance Passed
Swea City approved an ordinance banning the sale and use of fireworks within the city limits. The step follows local fire experiences and aims to protect the community from fire hazards. The action was reported by the Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swea City
Herald
Lightning February 10 Report Spurs Spring Hopes
M Missal, candidate for county auditor, notes heavy lightning on the February 10 night in the southwest signaling spring. He also mentions a gopher seen near Will Klippel’s home around Christmas and New Year, suggesting the same man may be involved, per Britt News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Missal
Hoe
Will. Klippel
Fred
Washington letters mention Meyer mother and spring bloom
Writes from Washington detail Mrs. R H Meyer reading fine print in her 97th year with spring near. A note reports Mr and Mrs Henry Kutchenreuther losing one chick in house and 650 laying hens by the 11th, described as a toss for them. Greetings sent to old friends and relatives by Mr and Mrs John W B DeNeal and Mrs RR HT Meyer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
John DeNaui
R. H. Meyer
Henry Kutchenreuther
John W. B DeNeal
Meyer
Glass and bankers urged to unlock assets under new Glass-Steagall
The writer attacks Federal Reserve bank conservatism as cowardice in not discounting supplies of engine paper. He calls bankers big and bad hoarders and argues Glass-Steagall will encourage freeing eligible assets totaling 8.6 billion to restore confidence quickly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Financo
Ralavea
Federal Reserve
Wnhold
Six Months For Each Wife Confering Case
A man with four wives, described as a nove, was sentenced to six months for each wife. William W. Henry, of Chicago, was later sent to prison for two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilam W. Henry
Chicago
Stohr Girls In Double Wedding Sunday At Immanuel
A graceful double wedding took place at Immanuel Lutheran church Sunday at 6 pm with Caraline Stohr and Lora Stohr marrying Dick Senne and Mouno Redinius. Rev. Killan officiated as pairs from Woden, brides wore white crepe silk with pink roses, receptions followed at Mrs. Stohr’s home. The couples plan housekeeping March 1 on local farms and are praised as happy, thrifty workers beginning married life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Immanuel Lutheran Church
Killan
Caraline Stolu
Mra
Ego Stohr
Dick WB. Senne
Ernest Senne
Woden
Lora Stohr
Mouno Redinius
Manhe Redinius
A. Killan
Thea Woden
Sen
Washington Bicentennial Program Comes to High School
Marehoist hosts a Washington Bicentennial program in the high school auditorium. Admission is free. The lineup includes Slaging by High School and audience tribute to George Washington, All About George Washington, the action song Soto Back Woods, the one act Winning Ways of Grandma's Days, Fantasy When Martha and George Return Father of the Land We Love, tableaux The Days of Washington, Statue of Liberty, The Drafting of the Declaration, Signing of the Declaration, Betsy Ross, Washington Crossing the Delaware, and Washington and LaFayette. Performers include members of the Woman's Club American Legion Auxiliary PTA 4 H Club Boy Scouts and public school. A note references Alice Hunt of Bridgeport Conn who waited 70 years to find the right man before planning to marry. Glen Larson, son of Mr and Mrs M E Larson, broke his arm skating Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
George Washington
Soto
Back Woods
Martha
George
Betsy Ross
Delaware
LaFayette
Martha Washington
Woman's Club
American Legion and Auxiliary
P.T.A
Boy. Scouts and Publi School
Methodist Church Special Meetings Attract Attendance
Special meetings led by Rev Leasa attract good attendance with lively sermons by Mr and Mrs Brooks. Each evening features a different program including a gift to the oldest mother, candle light service, pageant of the Old Rugged Cross, booster program, and a grand closing Sunday service. Sunday School aims for full attendance. Hustlers and Rustlers in Howahm League noted for special interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leasa
Brooks
Family visit and travel mishaps cross states
Mr and Mrs Robert Fisher and Kaby traveled from Philadelphia to visit J P Fisher and relatives in Indiana. En route they praised mild spring weather but hit a snow storm in Indiana on Friday. A Garner run ended with a snow drift and a car pulled from a ditch. The journey left him in a low mood felt by many travelers from the East.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphis
Robert Fisher
Kaby
Philadelphia
J.P. Fisher
Indiana
Garner
Tie
Aasternens
Prairie Chickens Return to Kossuth Countryside
Thirty years ago prairie chickens thrived in Kossuth County then farming replaced habitat and the birds disappeared. In the Keagle area two flocks totaling about fifty birds now feed on unpicked corn attracting pheasants and Huail flocks. Mr Keagle cares for the birds each winter and allows them to depart in spring, earning hunters’ respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth
Avery
Iowa
S. G
Mr. Keagle
Ventilation by Gravity Aids Barn Climate Control
Elenry Giese of Town State College explains gravity driven ventilation for barns to regulate temperature and humidity. Flues passively move air using warm air rising above cold air, with insulation boosting efficiency. Moisture on surfaces signals near complete ventilation and comfort leading to healthier animals and better milk and gain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elenry Giese
Agricultural Engineering
Town State College
Griese
Home Furnishings course inspires 4-H leaders in Kossuth
Miss Miriam Griffith underscores design principles at 4-H training schools held February 15 16 in Algona and Bancroft. North and south county groups totaling about 34 leaders and 4-H girls studied room planning, color harmony and furniture arrangement with emphasis on neutral backgrounds and simple patterns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kossuth
Homa Economies
Bancroft School
Meighteen
Miss Griffith
Tyeaders
Bepstort
Hart
Annshereon
Aa Larson
Myre
FP Johnson
Geo
Obituary of Hans Peter Christensen
Hans Peter Christensen born November 17, 1868 in Aversie Sjalland Venmark died February 17, 1932 at age 72 after a stroke. He emigrated to Iowa in 1879, settled in Nevada and married Annie Petersen in 1903. In 1896 he moved to Kossuth County Down community, belonged to Danish Lutheran church Z O C F and Woodman Insurance Society. Survived by wife, three children Issna Buffington Burt, Bilal Teeter Algona and Clarence, three sisters and two brothers in Denmark and Rodman. Funeral service held at the M D church, burial in Buffalo Township cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tinns
Peter Christensen
Aversie
Sjalland
Venmark
tLonka
Iowa
Nevada
Jeeck
Annie Marie Petersen
Isle
Frances
Winkne
Clarence Christensen
Christensen
Kossuth County
Down
Sings
Danish Lutheran Church
Woodman Insurance Society
Issna Buffington
Burt
Bilal. Teeter
Algona
Clarence
Hans Rossen
Lous Angeles
Collt
J. J. Anderson
Clinton
Jana
Denmark
Chris J. Christensen
Rodmany
M. D
Carl Framer
Buffalo Township
Wm. Larsen
Rodman
Card of Thanks for Kindness After Death
We sincerely thank friends and neighbors for their assistance and kindness during the illness and death of our husband and father. Gratitude for the flowers and for the choir's singing. From Mrs. H. P. Christengen and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. P. Christengen
Quail Fine Records Deerwood Man’s Off Season Shot
William Levsen of DeWitt was fined 56 dollars for shooting quail out of season and other charges. Deputy T F Crowley arrested him for unlawful possession of game hunting without a license and shooting on a public highway. Quail were found in the Levsen home and kitchen. Ten days to pay or face jail. Justice J A Bloom praised for duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clinton Herald
William Levsen
DeWitt
Quail
T. F. Crowley
Levsen
Laveen
Leysen
J. A. Bloom
Farmers Join Bid to End Offseason Bird Shooting
In Washington County near Riverside a coordinated effort by local farmers and Gene Brettenbach deputy game warden aims to curb off season shooting of game birds. Residents post numerous no hunting signs as hunters from Iowa City Cedar Rapids and nearby towns are accused of violating fish and game laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
Washington County
Iowa City
Cedar Rapide
Gene Brettenbach
Washington
Titanica Telephone Co Year Report Shows Rentals and Expenses
The Titanica Telephone Co reports year end figures with rent received totaling 54 012 48 and miscellaneous items including material costs 882 63 and cash on hand 276 68. Expenditures include tolls 1 624 06 salaries 2 384 00 insurance 212 72 and supplies 2 245 16. Cash on hand as of January 1 shows 1 493 123 86 with a total balance of 6 439 79. Secretary Mrs. C Newville signs the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Titanica ‘Telephone Co
E.e Ecu
Tucows A
Northwestern Dell Telephone Co
Luther League and Church Activities Schedule
Luther League meets Sunday at 7 30 p m with notes on attendance English Lent Service Sunday at 11 a m Confirmation Class meets Tuesday and Thursday at 7 p m and Saturday at 10 a m Ladies Aid to meet in church basement on March 2 Last Sunday observed the 200th birthday of the Father of the Country with songs and a pastor’s talk Sunday School 10 a m English Service 12 m Luther League 7 30 p m Names listed include Louise Simmons Harriet Poole Dorothy Intermil Titan ka Irene Zlelake Benda Collasch Mrs Alfred Godfredsen Rae Koestler Sylvia Abbas Lena Tiadesi Titanka Helen Hagge Rosemarab Murphy Dorothy Steward PF Milley Rancratt and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther League
Anna Stacker
Lendar
Cliss
Louise Simmons
Arriet Poole
Swea City
Dorothy Intermil Titanka
Irene Zlelake
Ledyard
Benda ‘Collasch
Alfred Godfredsen
Rae Koestler
Burt
Sylvia Abbas
Lakota
Lena Tiadesi
Titanka
Helen Hagge
Rosemar Ab Murphy
Dorothy Steward
Es Erott End
PF Milley
Rancratt
Legion Auxiliary Plans Radio Party and Community Events
Olive Bruns, community service chairman, leads a Friday radio party for Legion Auxiliary members and friends at the canteen, while George Washington program attendees coordinate with Leander for an 8:18 finish to join the WOT Ames broadcast at 4 p.m. Members to notify the secretary if unable to join. The unit also plans a tableau for the Hi-Continential program March 1 at the Consolidated School Building in cooperation with local groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olive Bruns
Community Sarvee
Tome
George Waashington
Mary Ousturralhor Leander Eo
WOT Ames
Ueter
Community Service
Martha Bonacker
The
Legion
P.t.a
Mathilda Falk
Renauilitation
U.S. Veterans Hospital
Knoxville
Mra
Lauella Schenck
Burt
Kosd4uth
American Legion
Mary Young
Poppy
Antone Sdrengen
Sorensen
Inez Wolfe
Mary
Winter seeks third district supervisor seat in Abbe Valley
Abbe Winter, two miles east of Garman Valley, announces candidacy for third district supervisor. He follows Olaf Punnemark and parallels Mr Funnemark in local prominence, has 30 years on a farm, and seeks input in district and county government. Other candidates named: John Sloper Titania Edw. Droessler Ramsay township. Miss Shirley Bruns recovering from rheumatism after weeks of illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winter
Abbe Winter
Garman Valley
Olaf Punnemark
Wesley
Funnemark
John Sloper
Titania
Droessler
Ramsay Township
Sheriff Arrests Farmer for Off Season Pheasant Shooting
Sheriff A C Green captured Crawford County farmer Harrost Bachmann after a pursuit in a cornfield where Bachmann fired on pheasants out of season. He was taken to Denison and faced a FLO fine with $4.75 in costs as Justice Moffatt assessed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Green
Harrost Bachmann
Crawford County
Sheriff Green
Bachmann
Honor Roll Names and Dates Feed Tiny Town Ledger
A fragmented honor roll list shows names such as don Movkyy Tionka Harkness Miouka Ralph B. Dahl Britt Interstate Power Co. and others linked to towns like Yorkville Titonka Wesley Fltonka and Lynden. Dates range from 1833 to 1989 with several January entries and several 1930s marks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Movkyy
Tionka
Town
Goo
Harkness
Yorkville
A. Mayfield
Miouka
Ralph B. Dahl
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Eisie Smidt
Owa Man
Te Raformted
Thanet
Hoover
Irver
Turner
Kos- Suth
R. S. McWhorter
Laura Patna
Thrat
Verareeen Alma
Shee
Alsona
Thioad
Syed
Bautaty Mons
Wes
Stohr
DR. Ball
Double Wedding
Alice Hunt
Bridgeport
Genn
Glen Larson
M. E. Larson
Burt Monitor
Methodist Church
Hans Peter Christensen
C. Newville
Sec
Lutheran Church Notes
Legion Auxiliary Notes
Shirley Bruns
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