Reed Ward wedding unites Ellen Ward and Karl Reed
Ellen Ward daughter of Mr and Mrs Arthur Ward of Algona wed Karl Reed of Corwith at the Ward home with Rev J M Howdeshell officiating The ceremony drew two families and a few friends The couple plan a short stay in University Park Iowa after which they return to the Reed farm to reside and begin their life together
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen
Doane
Mr. Reed
James Reed
Corwith
University Park
Iowa
Merrill
Leafy Reed
Reed Farm
Noah Had Missed the Ark droll world poem note
A humorous verse noting how small twists of fate could have altered history with lines about Noah missing the boat and other unlikely happenings. It cites Rome spared by a goose and Napoleon at Waterloo missing by an ace, ending with a cheeky observation on presidential choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noah
Scotland
King Bruce
Rome
Waterloo
Donald George
Judge
Notica from Denton on overdue account payment
A debt notice from J. DENTON urges the recipient to visit and settle the overdue account, insisting payment is needed promptly. The message uses a mix of misspellings and informal phrasing to demand the money.
Local Mention and Upcoming Sales and Visits
Community notes report upcoming sales by Matern of Wesley on Nov. 16 and poultry events in Titonka and surrounding towns. Dr. Weber will offer eye examinations at Hotel Lamoreux on Oct. 5. Local visits include M. P. Haggard’s farm rounds near Titonia and Mrs. E. L. Englehardt traveling for eye treatments in Iowa City.
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Hotel Lamoreux
Titonea
A. H. Weber
Dr. Weber
C. B. Mitchell
Arthur
Naomi
Crystal Lake
Will Schram
M.C. Matern
Wesley
Iowa
R. W. Shultz
Masconic Ridg
Garner
Victor Lamoreux
J. E. Buns
Titania
Woden
Elmer Fealing on the Trip from Camp Dodge
A letter from Elmer Fealing describes arriving at Camp Dodge Des Moines with Company I Machine Guns. He mentions sleeping poorly after a late bedtime, receiving apples and cigars, and being split up from the other men while planning to locate them. He notes 80 men named Bill and Jake are with him but unsure of their exact location.
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Bill
Jake
Eemer Peterson
Machina
Camp Dodge
Des Moines
Bill Townsend Letter Sketches a Southbound Visit Plan
In Tron River Wisconsin on September 28 Bill Townsend writes a letter to Dear Sir expressing disappointment at not meeting during a north trip and hints at plans for a future visit. He mentions Haack of Watten, a welcoming home, meals of corn and potatoes, and an anticipated fall trip to Titonka. He forecasts a large gathering with Lille Becker Schneider and Hansen coming from various directions for a great banquet.
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Bill Townsend
Tron River
Wis
Will Haack
Watten
Titonka Alome
Iike
Lille
Becker
Schneider
Hansen
Boys Banqueted at Church in Ames
Fifth Co. 338 Machine Gun Battalion, Camp Dodge, Sept 23. Letter from William Schmidt describes arrival at Camp Dodge and a supper at the M. and church in Ames for about 900 soldiers. He notes missing friends Herb, Jake, and Elmer, and signs off with best wishes.
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Batal
Camp Dodge
Ames
Uncle Sam
Herb
Jake
Elmer
William Schmidt
Titonka M E Church Rehearsal and Weekend Events
Titonka M E Church schedules a Saturday evening music rehearsal and Sunday services with Sunday school and Epworth League at 7 20. Next Sunday evening will discuss “how to make towa forever dry” on Oct 15.
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Epworth League
Towa
Titanka
Orcutt
Connely
Badie Sells Farm Near Titonka to Fort Dodge Buyer
C Badie, northwest of Titonka, disposes of his farm to H Helms of Fort Dodge for 149 per acre with possession March 1 1918. Part of the farm lies in Union Slough and is only partially tiled. A tile outlet runs through the farm to a drainage ditch in the slough. Dr Wallace notes peat land drainage may boost Union Slough productivity, especially for potatoes. Badie plans a public sale this winter and relocation to Titonka next spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Badie
Titonka
H. Helms
Fort Dodge
Dr. Wallace
Local Burt News HighlightsAck of Visits and Accidents
Burt briefs recount training trips for Arthur Larson Roy Moore and Gordon Oge in Des Moines. Mr Christensen injured in cornfield accident eye cut by ear. Rev Lumbar Spirit Lake visited W A MacArthur. Mrs Paul Moore returned from Syracuse New York with son Herbert ill but improving. A large Presbyterian church entertain with Moss Spooner Lone Rock reading. Velma Mangmith hosted Sunday school class. Banquet for Miss Warner's class at Dick Hawcett home. Ruth Spooner Lone Rock visiting Dr and Mrs Pratt. D. Shone returns from Nebraska after month visit. Horace Clapsaddle to board with Dr Clapsaddle in Algona. Mescher moves east of railroad. White moves to Grandma Chapin property. Algona soldiers leave for Camp Des Moines. Hawcett headline son ill with scarlet fever in Texas. Local folks attend conference in Algona. Bert Hartwell welcomes baby girl. Reuben Ward returns from Iowa City for visit. Smiths arrive home to start housekeeping in new residence.
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Arthur Larson
Roy Moore
Gordon Oge
Des Moines
Christensen
Macarthur
Paul Moore
Syracuse
N. Y
Herbert
Manchester
Iowa
Rob Moore
Presbyterian Church
Moss Spooner
Lone Rock
Velma Mangmith
Warner
Dick Hawcett
Ruth Spooner
Lone, Rock
A. Mescher
R. White
G. L. Carroll
Grandma. Chapin
Burt
Algona
Thas
Hawcett
Vexas
Iowa City
K. J. Smith
Waale
John iStelate
Emma Jeanet Helme and Py Advance In Order
In a brief unnamed note the text mentions Emma Jeanet Helme and Py progressing in an orderly sequence. It references an occasion on Monday and an honor for Carl, with third Talc Wera a detail. The fragment hints at a local event or recognition but lacks full context.
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Emma Jeanet Helme
Advanc
Carl
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Cos
Converse & Edwards Dog
Wisconsin
Bort Atkinson
Notica
Ww. J. Denton
E. L. Englehardt
M. P. Haggard
Titonia
L. Oesterreicher
M. E
Geo. Lamoreux
C. E. Brown
Swango & Brown
W. F. Hadler
Everly
Cluny Brandt
John al Meyer
Aplington
H. Meinders
Klemme
Rena Fritz
South Dakota
Fritz
Geo
Henry Klenk
Oxford
Johnson County
Town City
Cedar Rapids
George
Mason City
Wesley Band
Red Cross
H. G. Dumm
J. J. Cosgrave
Elmer Fealing
C. Badie Sells
Majestic
FR. Amesbury
J.E. Runs
Cali
She
Simte
AL Falkenhainer
Lee
Worfs
Amesbury
AL H. Peterson
al Falkeniiner
B.S. Pankik
B.A IW. Haggardi
Ege
Wolfe
EL Bil
Farmers’ Elevator CO
Anton G. Holcomb
Ouy
Toa
Bri
Ady
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