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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1937
Page
5
An icy stand pipe at the city waterworks froze during the week of cold weather. A Pittsburg Des Moines Co. representative drilled through the ice to release air beneath the tank. The standpipe remained frozen below the tank, requiring warmer weather to restore normal operation. The pump will keep mains filled in the meantime.
Clarence Murra serves as President with John Penning as Vice President and Grace Murra as Secretary. John Murra is Treasurer. The organization operates in School district No 4h German township to aid both teachers and pupils.
Luke Miller and Fred Hagen drove to Des Moines on Tuesday to attend the grain dealers state convention. They expect to return Thursday night, traveling in Mr. Hagen's new Chevrolet.
David Zimmerman of Ida County harvested 192 acres of pop corn last summer. The crop totaled 800000 pounds sold at 2.64 dollars per hundredweight, yielding 8475 dollars for the season.
The government Red Cross plan aims to move citizens from danger zones by evacuating entire cities, establish camps to feed refuges and supply warm clothing, and guard health with sanitary measures against typhoid, influenza, pneumonia, and dysentery. Admiral Grayson ordered 3700 chapters to double quotas to raise four million dollars, adding to the one million drawn from reserve.
Future Subscribers Mr and Mrs Alreck Boeckholt welcome baby David Lyle born Friday morning January 22 weighing eight and a half pounds. Mr and Mrs Simon Smith report a baby boy born Sunday morning January 24 weighing ten pounds. Ernest Peterson and wife announce son Larry James born Sunday January 14 weighing eight pounds four ounces. Mrs Clarence Schutter and husband celebrate daughter Sharon Lynn born Sunday January 17.
Titonka Co-Operative Creamery Company stockholders are called to an annual meeting on January 30 at 1 30 P M in the 1 0 8 Hall. Officers will be elected and other business legally brought before the meeting will be discussed. All patrons invited. A speaker from the Iowa State Brand Creameries will attend. E P Hansen secretary. 2-8-4
Algona merchant Joe Misbach was suddenly stricken last Friday with a stroke of paralysis and remained unconscious until Sunday. He began to recognize relatives but remains in serious condition.
The Algona Board of Supervisors met Monday forenoon to settle questions of applicants for poor relief.
A couple with a two year old daughter escaped serious harm when their Plymouth skidded east of the Tom Trenary home Monday evening around 6:30. The car struck a guard rail, knocked posts and hung on the edge of a slope above a cattle crossing. They were sheltered at the Trenary residence until a wrecker removed the damaged vehicle. C. E. Sigsbee drove the family to Algona, and they then returned home by bus.
Jerry Boekelman’s farm sale was held Tuesday with good attendance. Bidders met strong prices for the offerings as observers called it a successful event in favorable weather.
The Buffalo 4-H club boys will meet Monday evening at eight o clock at the creamery for the regular meeting. A good attendance is desired.
Gyri Formankek of Britt was tried before Justice Della Welter last Saturday on speeding with a truck. The charge, preferred by Patrolman J. C. West, resulted in a fine of $5.00 and costs.
Algona high school lost 16 to 7 to Swea City last Tuesday and 32 to 22 to Eagle Grove on Friday while the Algona seconds fell 18 to 7. St Cecelia beat Pocahontas 24 to 22 and St Johns Bancroft lost 30 to 24 to St Cecelia, fueling fans’ question whether the academy team can defeat Algona.
The murder case against Harry Stoser remained undetermined on Monday with no clear decision if it would be tried this term. It was expected to be considered by the arriving Tuesday grand jury, though the county attorney could file information and bring the matter forward without jury action.
Dan Cupid issued seven marriage licenses this week. Couples include Michael L Besch of Whittemore and Pearl A Higley of Cylinder Leander J Menke and Hsther Schiltz of Bancroft John J Metzgar of Algona and Maxine Bollig of Fenton Peter M Nellis of Whittemore and Helen M Stattelman of Ottosen Raymond W Schutter of Wesley and Anna Welhougen of Titonka Paul J Erpel ding and Rosalie Frideres of St Joseph Newell Stephenson of LaCrosse Wisconsin and Rosemary Nurre of Bancroft
A nationwide flood disaster spurs appeals for donations to the Red Cross. Rev Carlson says Kossuth County has raised less than half of the 10 million dollar goal. Local branches collect in towns and at drug stores. even small coins aid feed and shelter for the homeless and injured.
Algona Courthouse report describes an irregular incident last Saturday when boys were seen dipping hands into a water hole near the river bridge and pulling out fish. game warden was away, the boys fled, and authorities may pursue after the fishing season closes.
Mrs. Alex Miller secretary of state died after a severe influenza case that led to pneumonia. Funeral was held Tuesday at the MBE church in Washington Iowa, her home town. Dr R H O'Brian former president of Morningside College was appointed to fill the vacancy. Fox Hunters donate 31 dollars raised from pelts to flood victims, showing strong community spirit.
Judge F C Davidson of Hmmelsburg presides as Lucille Hopkins files for divorce from Ben Hopkins. Negotiations continue with no papers yet signed. New filings include Edna B Anderson executrix vs B A Howe and North Iowa Finance Co vs John Frideres. Probate actions name Julius and Helena Stripling, Helen Jacobson, and Charles Cretzmeyer guardianship and administration, with Robert Leason estate probate filed.
A flood disaster is described as the greatest in history with 455000 homeless along 1800 miles. The Red Cross is urged as the main relief channel with cash donations accepted at the local chapter or via the pastor. A January 31 deadline is set for church question submissions and next Sunday’s offering funds Christian education and ministers in service to the Great Kingdom.
Sunday School at 10 AM Morning Worship at 11 AM Epworth League at 730 PM led by Clarice Falk Choir practice Thursday at Mrs C A Hoon home For inquiries call Mrs Ross Buffington Mrs Tom Young or Mrs Harvey Johnson about Sunday School and church services
District Surgeon of CCC Dr L B Hansen receives promotion to district surgeon and will relocate from Oregon with Mrs Hansen to Lewiston Idaho at once.
Kennedy departed Friday morning for Des Moines to attend the Diesel Motor School and will be away for several weeks.
Herman Trarks returned Sunday evening from a ten day trip to Pensacola Florida and other southern points. The temperature was 75 degrees and the flowers were in full bloom. He traveled by train and enjoyed the vacation.
Kelsey Burtist of Algona appeared before Squire P A Dawson last week facing a bad check charge and received 30 days in the county jail. The defendant had prior offenses. James H Merryman of Algona was tried for operating a motor vehicle without a license, fined $1.00 with costs of $3.85.
The Luther League meets next Sunday at 7 30 in the evening. An offering will be taken for Red Cross flood sufferers in the morning service. Sunday School starts at 9 30, service at 10 30. Choir rehearsal is Friday evening at 7 30.
State Conservation Commission reports 102 people arrested in December for fish and game law violations. Of these, 90 were convicted with fines or jail. Total fines were 1626 dollars with 864 dollars suspended. Jail terms totaled 498 days with 325 days suspended. Court costs 120 dollars. Violations included 59 arrests for game laws, 17 for fishing, and 48 for trapping. Confiscations totaled 10 guns, 21 furs, 2 spears, 4 game birds, 14 fish and 17 traps.
A list of names with dates and towns across Iowa and beyond including Titonka Britt Burt Wesley Oakland Chicago and Granville. Dates mostly in 1937 to 1940 mark notable recognitions or memorials in local records.
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