Fort Dodge quint ed Estherville in season opener
Estherville Junior College lost 33 to 27 to Fort Dodge on their home floor after leading 8 to 6 in the first quarter. Fort Dodge, unbeaten this season, pulled away in the second and third periods, finishing strong to deny Estherville a comeback. The Jackson game saw Minnesota beat Estherville 27 to 22, while Estherville B trounced Doliver 80 to 20. A new electric buzzer impressed the crowd. page continues on Four.
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Estherville
Fort Dodge Quint
Jackson
Minnesota
Dolliver
Fort Dodge
Fort Dodgers
Possesson
Fay
Starr
Giants
Impressive Christmas service at Methodist church
Thirty Methodist young people led a candlelight Christmas program Sunday evening from 5 30 to 7 30 featuring carols meditations scripture and candle lighting. Lorrane Thorndyke led with Ruth Howard as pianist. readers were Verla Perkins Bill McKay Leona Reich and Berkley Strong. quartet sang. Elaine Johnston recited the Christmas story. Naomi Knepper and Ruth Howard performed a duet. Mildred Ortmeyer sang a solo. Social hour and refreshments followed. committees were named for invitation program and social tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
Lorrane Thorndyke
Ruth Howard
Esther Beatty
Mabel George
Verla Perkins
Bill McKay
Leona Reich
Berkley Strong
Mavis ‘LaRue
Beverly ‘Halleck
Beverly Strong
Naomi ‘Knepper
Janice Kent
Elaine Johnston
Naomi Knepper
Mildred Ortmeyer
Deering Paid Hundred Dollar Fine in Fairmont Court
Reuben Deering, farmer near Dunnell, paid a $100 fine after being found guilty of assault in the third degree by a Fairmont, Minnesota jury. The case arose from a dispute with worker L. Anderson, who was severely beaten. Anderson’s condition was initially described as serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuben Deering
Dunnell
Fairmont
Minn
Deering
L. Anderson
Anderson
Essay contest on Americanism sponsored by Legion Auxiliary
Estherville junior and senior high students compete in an essay contest on Americanism. Prizes total ten dollars per high school and junior high group, with the top overall essay earning an extra dollar and advancing to the state contest. English classes in junior high and grades nine and ten designate teachers and subjects, essays limited to 800 words, due to Mason City Legion chairman by March 6, 194. The winners receive The World Book Encyclopedia set.
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Estherville
The
Legion Auxiliary
Nielsen
Miss Tucker
Miss Copeland
Miss Holland
America
Legion Department
Mason City
Culsne Diblinguabhs
J Christian Passed Away In Estherville
James Christian died at home on 644 South Eleventh Street Monday morning after a yearlong illness of bronchial asthma. A 27 year Estherville resident, he formerly farmed in Pocahontas County and later moved with his wife to Estherville. Survived by widow and four sons Charles of Fonda Fred of St. Louis William of Salem Oregon and Richard of San Bernardino California. Funeral arrangements pending word from western sons.
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James Christian
South Eleventh Street
Christian
Estherville
Pocahontas County
Charles Christian
Fonda
Fred Christian
St. Louis
William Christian
Salem
Oregon
Richard Christian
San Bernadino
Cal
West
Purchase of Renaux Ice Cream Firm Arranged
Axel Johnson of Mason City and Leo Sanders of Estherville traveled to Pipestone Minnesota on Monday to finalize Hutchinson company’s purchase of the Renaux Ice Cream company based in Pipestone. The report notes the need for resolve in negotiating the fifth column.
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Pipestone
Minn
Axel Johnson
Mason City
Leo Sanders
Estherville
Hutchinson Company
Renaux Ice Cream Company
V.R
New Cars Purchased in Emmet County
Thirty seven new cars have been purchased in Emmet county up to December 14 according to Miss Eliza Welch in charge of the auto license department at the treasurer s office. Last year a total of 60 new cars were purchased in December. Recent purchases include J E Hiles Estherville Ford Motor Supply Co Estherville Ford Sophus Rasmusson Estherville Ford Wm Thompson Terril Ford Gen de Ey Gray Bainerville mth 8.
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Emmet
Santa Arrives As 2300 Sacks Of Candy Are Handed Out
Estherville youngsters flocked to the Chamber of Commerce Christmas party where 2300 sacks of candy plus 800 pounds of peanuts were distributed. Santa arrived by Rock Island diesel at 1 30 pm, rode a wheeled sleigh to city hall, and handed out treats through the south door. Children handed in letters and asked for dolls, trains, blocks, and more as carolers sang on the city hall stairs and local officials assisted with the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estherville
Chamber of Commerce
Santa
Rock Island Railroad
Santa Claus
P Anderson
Amrint
Genie
Rock Island
Bernice Anderson
Joan Jackson
William Creger
Marie Sorum
Fred Ehlers
Melvin Whitish
Walter Schultz
J. J. Keane
William Sweet
E. W. Ortmeyer
Louis Perkins
Chas Bixby
Win ‘Sykes
Leonard Roberts
Miss Pearl Clark
Legion Auxiliary
Stillman Appointed to State District Judges Panel
Judge G. W. Stillman has been named to the executive committee of three of the state district judges association. He was in Eatherville today to hear motions sign orders and transact routine business.
Estherville Skating Rink Soon Open to Public
City crews flooded the rink on the west bank of the river but snow halted progress. When the snow plow is available the rink will be ready for public use with lights restored for evening skating this winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estherville
Messiah Delights Audience at Presbyterian Church
The Presbyterian church overflowed for the first presentation of The Messiah on Sunday night. Raymond Minkler directed a standout Christmas program praised for perfect solo and choral harmony. The show will repeat next Sunday at 8:00 PM for those unable to attend, featuring Warner Kirlin Ed Doudna Nylene Doudna Darlene Logan Vivian Oulman and Dr T C Mann as soloists with Mrs R Caldwell at the organ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty Merron
Virginia Sawyer
Annabell Purviance
Mildred Huntsinger
Dorys Knutsen
Dorothy Waldron
Marvel Hedges
Nadine Dowden
Nylene Doudna
Mabel Minkler
Mildred Ortmeyer
Stephanie Cowling
Ellabel Johnson
Doris Remster
Luzon Brooks
Ora Loving
Grace McClure
Edna Wederstrom
Bette Huntsinger
Ellen Marie Knutsen
Olive Wilkins
Margaret Myers
R. Minkler
Dorothy Doudna
Loween Farmer
Joy Hedges
J. H. Cramer
Vivian Oulman
Sarah Bennett
Mary Cocks
Darlene Logan
Bertha Matucha
R. F. Doudna
Warner Kirlin
Glenn Balmer
Carlton Herbrandson
Orville Williams
Howard Andreasen
Leo Hedges
Joe Parnell
T. C. Mann
Wayne Huntsinger
Leon Blake
Bill Carver
Kenneth Goldsberry
Ed Doudna
Bill Bennett
Duane Anderson
Robert West
George Jorgenson
W. G. Strong
Norman Tweete
Presbyterian Church
Raymond Minkler
Ed. Doudna
R . Caldwell
Berna
Hansen
Three Men Pass Away Recently
E. E. Ellefson of Wallingford, 71, died Saturday morning at Coleman hospital after a brief illness from a stomach disorder. A county pioneer born in Norway, he settled on a farm southwest of Estherville as a child and later moved to Wallingford with his wife. Surviving are his widow, one son Elmer Ellefson, a sister Nels Mickelson, and a grandchild. Funeral will be held Wednesday at home and Wallingford church, with burial in Riverside cemetery.
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E. E. Ellefson
Wallingford
Coleman Hosital
Mr. Ellefson
Estherville
Norway
United States
Mr. Mickelson
Ellefson
Elmer Ellefson
Jackson
Minn
Fire at Estherville Steam Laundry Cause and Damage
Spontaneous combustion suspected as the cause of a fire at Estherville Steam Laundry Saturday night. No serious damage. $600 to $700 loss covered by insurance. Fire origin at rag pile with two racks and a table burned. two customer garments damaged. Smoke damage and ceiling paint scorched. cement flooring cracked from heat. Observation by A J Knepper. stray prowler theory noted but discarded. Mrs W V Sweet underwent major operation at Coleman Hospital Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estherville
A. J. Knepper
Hugo Koehler dies in Boise at 77
Hugo Koehler 77 died Sunday noon in Boise Idaho after a bad fall weeks earlier. A former Estherville resident he moved thirty six years ago and worked as a carpenter building many local stores and homes. Survived by widow four sisters and two brothers Rosa Anderson Alma Ramshaw Ilda Adelaide Koehler Oscar and Emil Koehler all of Estherville. Funeral arrangements expected in Boise.
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Hugo Koehler
Boise
Idaho
Koehler
Estherville
Rosa Anderson
Washington, D. C
Alma Ramshaw
Ilda Koehler
Adelaide Koehler
Oscar
Emil Koehler
William Rathman dies after head injury in Fergus Falls
William Rathman aged 52 died at Fergus Falls hospital Friday evening after a head injury from a trap door in November. His funeral was held Tuesday at Mahlum Anderson chapel Estherville with burial in Oak Hill cemetery. He was born near Superior and married Carrie Anderson in 1914. son Howard resides in Washington, D. C. The Rathmans later moved to Fergus Falls and retired from farming.
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William Rathman
Fergus Falls
Minn
Estherville
Mahlum & Anderson
Fr. W. Ortmeyer
Oak Hill
Mr. Rathman
Rathman
Bringle Farm
Superior
Home Farm
Carrie Anderson
L. P. Anderson
Sberville
Howard
Washington, D. C
Tomhave
Rock Island Children To Have Xmas Party
The Rock Island Woman's club number two will sponsor a Christmas party for all Rock Island children Friday after school in the city hall auditorium. Entertainment includes a program and games and a candy treat for the children. Mothers who can assist with candy sacks are asked to be at the city hall auditorium at 1 45 p m.
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Rock Island Woman’s Club Number Two
Rock Island
City Hall
Lerdahl's Sister Dies in Brazil Ind
Torger Lerdahl travels to Brazil Indiana after his sister in law Mrs Chas Knapp 63 dies of a heart attack Friends and kin recall Miss Sarah Lerdahl a former Estherville teacher Mrs Knapp leaves husband two daughters Hazel and Marie and two sons Kenneth and Lloyd Surviving siblings include Torger Lerdahl Ames A T Lerdahl Estherville and sister Mrs G Winterton Sioux Falls Dakota Funeral is in Brazil with burial there.
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Torger Lerdahl
Brazil
Ind
Chas. Knapp
Ames
Albert Lerdahl
Estherville
Knapp
Terra Haute
Knapps
Snowbound week brings heavy flakes to Estherville
Eight inches of snow with strong winds froze roads and delayed rail service across the region. In Estherville, schools closed in parts, drivers plied routes at noon to finish drops, and a funeral procession for Wm. Rathman moved through town. Weather records note continuing snow and plow activity hoped to resume regular service soon.
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Estherville
Joe Orvis
Rock Island
Cedar Rapids
Town Falls
Wm. Rathman
T Estherville
Changes In Adult Education Program Classes
Several changes be made in the Adult Education classes for the next session on Wednesday evening December 18 at the Roosevelt building. Current Literature will discuss Poetry by Mrs. J E Wilson replacing Good Morning Doctor. Rev C Fausnaugh will review God and History. Social Science will show Colonial Children and People of the Congo with a 15 minute discussion. Homemaking covers Color Combinations and Dressing on a Color Budget in two parts. Agriculture will discuss Buying Hogs By Carcass Grades with Duke Arthur Ames and Merrill Robb present. packing company rep unavailable. Dr Arthur Bunce will lead the open forum on What Is the Economic Outlook of World Peace. attendance last week was high with prompt 7:30 p.m. sessions and questions extending discussion. Classes resume January 8.
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Roosevelt
J E Wilson
Rev. C. Fausnaugh
J. J. Keane
Congo
Miss Purviance
Duke Arthur
Iowa State College
Ames
Merrill Robb
Arthur Bunce
Dr. Bunce
England
Saskatchewan
Wisconsin
League of ‘Nations
Geneva
Switzerland
Denmark
Korea
Highway Commission
City Bowling League Hosts First Annual Party
The city bowling league will hold its first annual party Wednesday evening in the K P hall with a buffet at 8:00 followed by entertainment. About sixty of the seventy five members are expected. The program includes three amateur bouts and several novelty acts. The league closed the first half of its tournament Monday and the second half starts Monday, January 6.
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City Bowling League
K. P. Hall
City League
Dinner and Dance Tonight by Knights of Pythias group
The Knights of Pythias and Pythian Sisters host a dinner and dance in their new home this Tuesday. A chicken dinner starts at 7:00 p.m. followed by dancing to Luchter's band.
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Knights of ‘Pythias
Pythian Sisters
Luchter
Draft classifications noted for 34 men in Class 1-A
Secretary Hazel Ross reports 800 questionnaires issued with 250 returned. 34 men tentatively placed in 1-A, nine to be drafted from among 84 area youths, several Estherville and Ringsted residents named. Deferment rules explained, farm workers treated under set conditions. no deferment from training by occupation groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Ross
Emmet
Almond Lester McSpadden
Estherville
Harold Christian Petersen
Ringsted
William Edward Cory
Donald Thomas Fuller
Armstrong
James Andrew Jamison
Wallingford
Keith William Crim
Wayne Paul Solomonson
LeRoy Jesse
York
Henry Carl Wellnitz
John Wesley Rugtiv
Carl Edward Ahrens
Maurice Everett McCall
James Harold Stump
Lewis Oliver Tendal
Marion Manuel Woodyard
Donald Eugene McClellan
Arnold Elliott Erickson
Russell Francis Youman
Ernest LeRoy Shull
Lynn LaVerne Schoening
Stephen Donald Howe
Walter Clarence Gipson
Maynard Frederick Erwin Mueller
Frank Charlie Hall
Merton George Ankrum
Frank Homer Hartman
Dolliver
Kenneth Harms Hornby
Glen William Hansen
Winston C. Houge
Bernard James Hassel
Clinton Harold Mardick
George Cliff Enderson
Harold Dewane Knapp
Selective Service
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J. Christian
Pocahontas
E. E. Ellefsson
Wallingford Church
A. K Gaard
L A Mathre
Riverside Cemetery
Mra
W. V. Sweet
Coleman ‘Hospital
T. Lerdahl
Indiana
Mr Rathman
Minnie Rathman
Elgin
Tll
Andrew Anderson
Lisbon
No, Dak
E. P
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