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Newspaper

Tripoli Leader

Location

Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1934

Page

6

Tripoli Loses 10 Nashua Nine In Cedar Valley Play

Nashua rallies to beat Tripoli 7 to 6 after a two run seventh inning comeback. Wilson and Krueger pitched well. Nashua collected two hits early while Tripoli managed four. Sumner beats Shell Rock 4 to 3 in Cedar Valley action as Schwerin drives in two runs. Waverly edges Readlyn 5 to 4 with late rally. Gehrke allows five hits in a tight contest. Marjorie is very clever.

Nashua Tripoli Wilson Krueger Poli Sumner Shell Rock Cedar Valley League Ted Schwerin Nieman Schwerin Welcher Wilharm Kasemeier Waverly Readlyn Gehrke

City Kittenball League Formed With Season Opener Result

Twilight kittenball opened Monday at the south town grounds with Lyman Chapin and Russell Meyers teams clashing. Meyers team won 11 to 8. The report lists players for Beisner Droste Meyers Chapin teams and provides a long schedule of Monday and Friday games through August.

Lyman Chapin Russell Meyers Meyers Beisner A. Eichmann E. Fink F. Fink J. Fink H. J. Frese Wm. Krueger Wm. Meier C. Otterstetter R. So L. Vanderlinden N. White L. Boeckman H. Nevermann

Accomplished suitor teased for dancing and cards

In a playful exchange, a pair discuss marriage prospects with banter about dancing skills and card cleverness. The woman questions commitment to a man for charm alone while acknowledging his quick wit at gambling.

Local notices and personals from the Leader's files

Mrs. H. C. Koch underwent an operation last Thursday afternoon and is getting along nicely at present. Miss Dora Boderman and A. W. Mooney were married April 29 at the home of the bride's parents. Tripoli Industrial Association plans to celebrate the 4th of July on Saturday July 3. C. A. Schuknecht returned from Iowa City Thursday where he had his eyes treated. A coat seemed to be growing over the left eye which was removed and his eye sight restored.

H. C. Koch Dora Boderman A. W. Mooney Ernest Boderman Tripoli Industrial Association C. A. Schuknecht Iowa City

Farewell for Reverend Steck and family recall

Ten years ago on May 7 1924 the Ladies Aide of St. Peters Evangelical hosted a farewell surprise for Mrs. E E J Steck as Rev Steck and family prepared to move to Fairmont Minnesota for a new pastorate. Augusta Meier and Johanna Jungblut traveled to Neenah Wisconsin to visit relatives and meet a newborn grandson. Herman Bergmann and spouse marked their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with a Douglas township gathering.

St. Peter’s Evangelical Church E. E. J. Steck Steck Fairmont Minn Augusta Meier Johanna Jungblut Neenah Wis Herman Bergmann Douglas Township

Rain record and planting delay cloud Iowa farming

Five years ago on May 8 1929 Iowa agriculture officials reported seven months October to April rain totaling 17.29 inches a record unlikely to be matched. Farmers face late corn planting unless a dry spell appears. John Warneke marked his 81st birthday with a family gathering. The Ladies Improvement club held a card party at their rooms with nine tables and 500 in play. prizes went to Mrs Notdorf and Mrs H W Bockhaus.

Iowa Department of Agriculture John Warneke Ladies’ Improvement Club Notdorf H. W. Bockhaus

Peppery Parent Aims at Suitor in Dating Turmoil

A brisk exchange from the London Mail depicts a sharp confrontation where a parent questions a wooer about his ability to provide the lifestyle and temperament expected for his daughter. The suitor affirms readiness, claiming he also possesses a violent temper.

London Mail

Rug Hooking For May By Betty Webster

Hooking rugs is an art with Colonial roots now gaining followers. Patterns may be purchased stamped on burlap with a ready frame and modern needle for even stitches. A 24x36 rug can be finished in two days of steady work or a week leisurely. Also included are care tips and simple recipes for canned strawberries pineapple fritters and a sugar jam.

Town Council Proceedings Tripoli Iowa May 7 1984

The Town Council met under Mayor C L McCumber with six members present. The minutes were approved and bills totaling multiple items including salaries labor supplies and service were authorized for payment. Mayor McCumber administered the oath of office to H J Bung er before adjournment.

Tripoli Iowa C. L. McCumber Wm. Ambrose H. H. Buhr F. W. Heinemann Wm. F. Krueger C. L. Meier Geo. Waterman J. A. Hale Hi. F. Schmidt E. Schumacher Central States Power & Light Corp Grant Rea A. W. Buechele Floyd Sauerbrei Buechele John Debel H. W. Krueger C. F. Schwere Nels Debel McCumber H. J. Bunger

Political Announcements for Local Offices in Bremer County

J F Treloar seeks Third District Supervisor nomination subject to Republican voters in the June primary. Ed F Platte announces Democratic bid for Bremer County sheriff in June 1934 primary. WM Koch announces candidacy for State Representative from the 72nd District Bremer County in the Democratic primary on June 4, 1934.

J. F. Treloar Bremer County Democratic Party WM. Koch

Bremer County candidate notices published for 1934 primary

A set of campaign announcements for Bremer county offices. M W Bennett of Tripoli seeks Republican county treasurer. R F Schmidt and George Wescott announce Democratic treasurer bids. George T Moulds seeks reelection as county recorder. H C Richmann runs for clerk of district court, all subject to June 1934 primary voters.

M. W. Bennett Tripoli Bremer County R. F. Schmidt George T. Moulds H.C. Richmann W. C Hoth

Bremer County Offices Up for June Primary Elections

Official notices list Bremer county positions including sheriff auditor and treasurer with June 1934 primary dates. Frank Sager, Hi J Stumme, and W C Hoth are named as candidates or incumbents. Voters are urged to participate in the June primary.

What time shall I waken you

A brief Montreal Star quip notes a caller asking for a wake up time and the reply I will ring when I wish to be awakened, reflecting a light human exchange in a comic style.

Montreal Star

Sheriff’s sale notice in Bremer County Iowa 1934

By order of the District Court of Bremer County Iowa sheriff Frank Sager will auction the property of Henry Braun Jr and others to satisfy a 3163.09 dollar judgment plus costs. The sale covers described land in sections 10 and 11 township 93 range 12 west and will be held May 28 1934 at 10 a.m. in front of the Court House Waverly Iowa. Geiser and Donahue New Hampton Iowa represent the plaintiff First State Bank of Fredericksburg Iowa.

District Court Bremer County Iowa First State Bank of Fredericksburg Henry Braun, Jr Henry Braun Henry Braun, Sr Lizzy Sinkey Eva Nissen Willie Braun Nora Reinhardt Edith Stevenson Nettie Schwan Louis Braun Orie Braun Leonard Braun Druzilla Angus Grace Braun Waverly

Democratic candidate for the June 1934 primary

Democratic voter candidate J. H. Schwake seeks support in the June 1934 primary. The brief notice places Schwake as a contender among party voters, highlighting the upcoming election and the candidate's participation in the process.

Bremer County Attorney Primary Candidate Fred Rewoldt

In Bremer County a June 1934 primary features Fred Rewoldt as a candidate for county attorney. The item notes the election timing and the official office sought by Rewoldt.

Candidate Gannon Declares County Attorney Bid

William Gannon of Sumner Iowa announces as a Democratic candidate for Bremer County attorney, subject to voters approval in the June 1934 primary.

Bremer County William Gannon Sumner Iowa

Primary Election Notice Bremer County Iowa June 4 1934

Notice to Bremer County electors of Iowa that a primary election will be held on Monday June 4 1934 at regular polling places. Polls open 8 a m to 8 p m. Parties nominate candidates for governor lieutenant governor secretary of state auditor of state treasurer of state attorney general secretary of agriculture superintendent of public instruction two railroad commissioners representative in congress third district state representative seventy second district county offices and township officers. Party committeemen and delegates to the county convention to be elected. Dated May 12 1934. County Auditor I J Stumme Bremer County Iowa.

Waverly Towa Bremer County Congress Bremer I. J. Stumme Iowa

Fire destroys Ernst Brase farm building and poultry

Ewald Miller Siegel owner of a car. The Ernst Brase farm house and outbuildings were burned early Thursday morning, with four hundred chickens lost. Nearby, Misses Florence Bierman Edna Kuecker and Margaret Griebien visited Mildred Henning, Rev. and Mrs. C G Gerlach and daughters visited Waterloo, and student nurse Dorothea Pfeiffer from St. Mary's Rochester spent the weekend with her parents.

Ernst Brase Florence Bierman Edna Kuecker Margaret Grebien Mildred Henning C. G. Gerlach Waterloo Dorothea Pfeiffer St. Mary’s Hospital Rochester Minn

Social gathering notes from area households on Sunday

Mrs K Pfeiffer and several couples hosted and visited across Williams town and nearby towns. Recipients included Mr and Mrs Henry Brase and families, Mr and Mrs Ernst Brase, Mr and Mrs August Brase, Mr and Mrs Will Lampe, Mr and Mrs Fred Biermann, at Henry Kuecker sr residence. Others, including Mr and Mrs John Bahlmann sr of Tripoli and families in Waterloo, spent Sunday with W H Grebien and Rev C G Gerlach hosted visits at Elmer Kalbrenner home. Oscar Gerlach marked a birthday with friends. Brase and Ernst Brase couples also called on later.

K. Pfeiffer Henry Brase Ernst Brase August Brase Will Lampe Fred Biermann Henry Kuecker John Bahlmann Tripoli Fred Leege Lester McCullen Lester Waterloo W. H. Grebien C. G. Gerlach Elmer Kalbrenner Williamstown Conrad Meyer Art Stumme Oscar Gerlach Fred Brase

Notice to Dogs Owners Keeps Pets Tied at Night

City officials warn dog owners to keep dogs tied after numerous complaints about loose dogs at night. Mayor Co. L. McCumber issues the notice to prevent property damage and disturbances.

Co. L. McCumber

Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promotes Safe Regulated Laxative Use

Doctors and the public favor a measurable liquid laxative that can be tailored to individual needs. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin uses senna to provide a safe, non habit forming laxative action. It is prescription and available at all druggists, endorsed by the N R A.

Bremer County Recorder Candidate Announces Primary Run

Ed Schoephoerster announces candidacy for Bremer county recorder on the Democratic ticket subject to voters at the June 1934 primary.

Bremer County Ed Schoephoerster

Crane Creek Residents Attend Anniversary and Visits

Rev and Mrs Dilges attended the thirty fifth wedding anniversary of Rev and Mrs Meyers at Readlyn Monday afternoon. Several families including Kelling Schroeder Stewart Landau visited the R A Michael home Sunday. Beisner Deterding called on the Erwin Hay home Sunday evening. Aanetta Michael returned from Iowa City after four weeks in hospital.

Dilges Meyers Readlyn Joe Kelling Lou Schroeder Robert Stewart Robert Richard C. A. Landau Gloria Lee Arthur R. A. Michael Clarence Beisner Clarence Deterding Erwin Hay Home Rev. Dilges Aanetta Michael Iowa City

Also Mentioned on This Page

Simpson Bockhaus Banwell Fergeman R¢ Simpson Canty Wilpon Chambers R. H. E. Shell Rock R. H. E. Waverly Thies, Daily Graham Matthias Marjorie L. Pet. Sumner Spiers Ss Simpson Somers Drecker Firnum Bulknap Chandler Wayne City Kittenball League Jack May Betty Webster Council Proceedings Cholly Bess Jove Brooklyn Eagle F. Platte George Wescott Frank Sager Hi. J. Stumme Sil Sheriff’s Sale Geiser & Donahue New Hampton J. H. Schwake Fred Rewoldt Siegel Ewald Miller Cotte Better Homes & Gardens Hollywood McCall’s Magazine Pathfinder Pictorial Review True Confessions Radioland Ats the Country Home The Farm Journal Gentlewoman Home Circle Household Magazine Woman's World Crane Creek
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