Obituary: M H Stoddard Dies. Longtime Burt Carpenter
A telegram announced M H Stoddard’s death in Denver after years away from Burt where he grew up and built homes. He was a pioneer resident, worked as a carpenter, helped develop the town, and will be buried in Bart after services to be conducted by a former minister. The Stoddard family is well regarded in the Burt community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I HH. Graham
Hanry, Stod
H. Stoddard
Denver
Bart
Stoddard
Lakota
Hulbert
Bulding
Burt
Farm Bureau Picnic Promises A Big Algona Day
The fourth annual Farm Bureau picnic set for Friday June 8 at the fairgrounds features J W Coverdale as speaker, a big musical program, a parade by the Military Band at 10 am, and sports including horseshoe pitching and a town-country championship. Many townships will come by car, merchants invited to join and close shops for the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Bureau
Kossuth
J. W. Coverdale
American Farm Bureau Federation
Halcyon Quala
Burt _ township
Winey
H. Clayton
Tha-Farmers Snd
Harry Ward
Fatmen's Trace
Bureau
Algona
Thia
Prousior Adjustment In Ida County Settlement
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local adjustment or settlement discussion involving Jack Buzardy of Ida County and Grover, with references to a casstout or unusual settlement. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack’ Buzardy
Ida
Grover
Tailo
Casstout
Arbitration settles medical mishap over ammonia swallow
Skogland and Mats reached a peaceable accord after an accident where an ammonia swallow occurred during a water portion dispute. The arbitrators ordered Skogland to pay Mels 500 dollars in cash plus hospital bills and nurse hire, covering physicians’ fees. The agreement averted a costly court battle and was deemed satisfactory by both parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Skogand
Mats
Hibtake
Nt Wis
Skogland
States Racing to Collect Gas Tax Across the Union
As many as thirty six states now collect gasoline taxes to fund road maintenance and construction. The report lists states with gap laws, those pending, and notes on states that recently increased or rejected gas tax measures, including Michigan, Ohio, and Iowa. It also mentions states with long-standing gas taxes and concerns over bonded debt and tax bases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Maine
Vermont
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
New Mexico
Utah
Oregon
North ‘Carolina
New Hampshire
New York
Minnesota
California
Massachusetts
West Virginia
Wisconsn
Michigan
Ohio
Towa
Gillon
Missouri
Nebraska
Rhode Island
Trinity
North Dakota
Kansas
New Jarsey
Washington
Dragon Montagna
Arkansas
North Carolina
South Carolina
Idaho
Nevada
Wyoming
Texas
Tennessee
Alabama
Tlon
Farmers Elevator Company stockholders meet notice
Annual meeting of the stockholders will be held at Bagen's Hall on Tuesday June 6 at 2 PM. Roy Budlong secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atock
Bagen’s Hall
Roy Budlong
Yetary
Reverend Mueller Reports Mrs F. B. H. F. Dead
Rev P Mueller left Monday for Springfield Minnesota by telegram learning that Mrs BH F. X passed away. He will ship her body and plan burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev.p. Mueller
Springfeld
Minn
Cout
Mra. BH. F
Jim Jones Dead After Illness in Algona Hospital
Jim Jones known as Timmy Jones died after weeks of illness at New Algona Hospital. He had lived in the area over fifteen years, worked various jobs, and carried mails between the Algona post office and depots. He ran a truck line to Burt and other towns. his note suggests his real name was M. C. Garner from Texas. He left little estate, but hospital bills were large.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timmy" Jones
Dessant
New
Algona Hospital
Jim
Algona
Burt
Here
Jones
M. C. Garner
Texas
Garner Brothers
Jimmy
Tate
COUNTY TO PUT ONS B DRIVE SOON
The county will launch a tuberculosis eradication drive with a herd area test after 51 percent of cattle owners petition the board of supervisors. A 75 percent threshold enables enforcement on every herd, with free testing and two thirds reimbursement for heavy losses. Funds include federal and state aid, with a three mill tax possible to support the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. Be
Board of Supervisors
Secretary of Agriculture
Avery
Kossuth County
T.B
Kogath
Beims
Movement to protect the Birds fame in the section
A local campaign seeks to safeguard the renown of the Birds in this area. Organizers push for awareness and endorsement from residents and officials to preserve the district’s identity and historic associations.
Titanica School Facutly Changes and Death Notice
Time brings changes in the Titanica school faculty for next year with four teachers reemployed. Floyd Laland named as ag. Supt. Miss Johnson appointed Principal, Nellie Nelson and Mary Sartor take grade posts. Also obituary notes Mrs. Elsina Kruse, longtime Titonka resident, died May 26 at 87. Funeral in Titonka German Lutheran Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Titanica
Ohly
Misa
Wesley
Dugger
Nebraska
Floyd Laland
Waucoma
Humboldt
Miss. Johnson
Hudson
Iowa
Nellie Nelson
Mise Mary Sartor
Bitonka
Beekeeper Picnic and Meet at Fort Dodge
The Kossuth county beekeepers plan an all day picnic and bee meet at the Fort Dodge fairgrounds on June 5. Attending bee authorities include Newman I Lyle extension apiculture specialist Ames R Root vice president A I Root Co F B Paddock state apiarist Ames and C Dadant editor American Bee Journal.
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Belkvepprs
Kossuth
Fort Dodge
Newman I
Lyle
Ames
R. Root
Cyice
Root Co
Dadant
American Bee Journal
Sionte
Lightning strike sets Hubbard elevator ablaze injuring agent
During a Tuesday evening storm a lightning bolt hit the Hubbard Grain Co elevator, triggering a dust explosion that ignited the structure in numerous spots. John A. Sleper, agent for the company, suffered severe burns to his face hands and neck and was treated by Dr. Sartor. Fire crews kept fires under control overnight with sentinels posted for further danger. Sleper’s condition remained cautious as he heals at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hubbard Grain Co
John A. Sleper
Mr. Sleper
Sartor
Mr. Nauman
Sloper
Death of Lakota merchant C. C. Wortman
Longtime Kossuth county businessman C. C. Wortman died after cancer surgery in Mason City following a glow flu illness. He had moved from Germania to Garner earlier in life, ran a general merchandise store, and later lived a quieter life. Survived by widow and two daughters, one daughter married Wilfred Carlson of Algona. Funeral set for Thursday in Lakota.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Wortman
C. C. Worterman
Lakota
Mason City
Mr. Wortman
Gatner
Charley Wortman
Kossuth County
Germania
Garner
Mer
Mark Stoddard Dies in Denver Heightened by Lakota Ties
Relatives report M. H. Stoddard died at his Denver home after a lengthy illness. He previously managed Lakota lumber yards and the family lived here before moving to Burt and then Denver. A daughter, Mrs. Guy Johnson, remains in Lakota. The body will be shipped to Burt for funeral services and burial today as the community extends sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. H. Stoddard
Denver
Colo
Mark Stoddard
Burt
Danver
Guy ‘Johnson
Buri
Lakota
Garden of Thanks for Assistance after Serious Accident
Miss Frida Kuper extends gratitude to those who aided her mother and father after the serious accident that befell them on Saturday morning. The community support is gratefully acknowledged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuper
Car Ditch Accident North of Rainbow Bridge
Saturday at 10 a m Peter Knutsen and wife of Ringsted were en route to Woden when a passing farmer with two horses caused Knutsen to lose steering. The car veered into a ditch injuring Knutsen and breaking Mrs Knutsen’s both bones above the ankle. They were taken to Algona Kenefick hospital after the Jenuisen car was wrecked and towed for repairs. The driver was modestly speeding and looking away when the collision occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Knutsen
Ringsted
Woden
Knutsen
Algona
Kenefick Hospital
Newville
Frank Newville
Jnhead
Thev
Mexican Murder at Crystal Lake Reported
Word from Crystal Lake says a Mexican man was stabbed to death in a row with a countryman. Benny Meyer, on the train at the time, brought the news and details were scarce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Lake
Wopic
Benny Meyer
Abe
Bing
Methodist Notes Focus On Youth Night At Dosn
A Methodist notes a Friday night youth focused event with a broad message for all. Sunday schedule at Dosn includes morning teaching at 10 30, basket dinner at noon, Sunday school at 2, church at 3 and again at 7 00 pm. Titonka Sunday school at 10 am and morning worship at 11 0 am. Missionary Society meets Friday with Mrs Kell. study Alaska and the Indians. Children prepare for Day exercises and parents urged to bring them to church. Annual Union Sunday School is set for June 20. Haworth League convention at Drimersburg June 20 to 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dosn
Betas- Collowa
Titonka
Missionary Society
Kell
Alaska
Union
Haworth League
Drimersburg
Hougland Sells Egg and Poultry Business to Nelson and Larson
Local notice reports B. J. Hougland selling his poultry and eye business to Albert Nelson and L. B. Larson. Possession to be given June 1. Nelson has worked for Hougland and is skilled in the trade. Larson is a nearby farmer with financial strength. Hougland’s plans after June 1 are not disclosed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. B. Larsen
Local oil lease talks persist at Humbolat site
Mr and Mrs G Rinderknecht visited Humbolat last Thursday and learned Dr Devereaux still pursues the local oil venture. He says investors remain hopeful, leases signed soon, and well work will begin after remaining agreements. He notes better prospects here than in the Burnsboldt field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rinderkniecht
Humbolat
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T. B
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