Interesting Letter From Germany Describes War Hardships
A letter from Mr Snyder, once employed by Alfred Nelson, recounts a 1915 trip from New York to Europe, detailing German poverty, military mobilization, rationing, and the impact of the war. He notes bread, flour, and fuel shortages, pennyless soldiers, and officers dining well while civilians suffer. He urges an end to militarism and calls for government by the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snyder
Alfred Nelson
Ts. Irwin
Germany
Schaller Herald
New York
St. Paul
Liverpool
Bryan
Washington
London
Salisbury Plains
Aldershot
Hyde Park
Holland
America
Atherton
Berlin
Magdeburg
Western Front
Boye
Landstrum
Gerard
Poer
Vlasa
Europe
Mrs Garton Sues Dayton Hotel for 2000 Damages
Mrs Alfred Garton sues John B Walch and Mrs Welch, operators of the Dayton hotel at Fourth and Pearl, seeking 2000 damages. The suit, filed in district court, also names Werts, hotel property owner, alleging knowledge of illegal liquor sales. Garton says intoxication led to him beating his wife and cites saloon keeper liability under liability statute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John BR. Walch
Welch
Dayton
Heer
District Court
Alfred Garton
Fourth and
Pearl Streets
Werts
Garton
Garton Asye
Uit
Welches
Maymund
Sioux City
Hatherville
Gant
Vindicator
Republican
Unbalanced by Overwork North Iowa Lawyer Maurice O Conner
Algona Courier reports Maurice O Conner Fort Dodge feared mentally unbalanced after work strain. Humboldt Republican notes a Saturday clash with Will Maher and possible insanity commission proceeding. Sources say O Conner believes frame up by rivals while respected in the region.
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Algona
Kossuth
Maurice O’conner
Fort Dodge
Desoroy
O'Conner
Commission For
Lt ‘Tw
Maurice O'Conner
Mid
Humboldt
Kiddies Special at King Theatre Saturday Mornings
Universal Film Manufacturing Company partners with King Theatre for a weekly Kiddies program starting Saturday January 8 at 11 o clock. Children admitted free or for 6 cents. all ages welcome. show starts promptly each Saturday. managed by Frank G. King.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Apégial
King Theatre
Frank G. King
Dover and fourteen men detained for lacking passports
The report states that Dover and fourteen men were taken off for not possessing the required passports, with most identified as Austrian Jews. The writer recalls experiences in Germany and mentions police scrutiny, wearing a U.S. pin on a lapel during a summer visit.
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Dover
Germany
U.S
County Agent Proves A Suggess County Agent Proves A Suggess
A 1916 account recalls how Scott county Iowa farmers joined a County Farm Improvement League after funding, a Ford car, and an Ames man. Over two years, sprayed orchards yielded fruit, alfalfa thrived, treated hogs survived, and farmer confidence grew despite initial doubt.
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A. Q. Peterson
Commercial Club
Estherville
Iowa
First National Bank
Scott County
Davenport
Scott
Tia County Farm Improvement League
Ames
Amescan
Tirat
Ingersalla
Bb & CaBe
Live Bank
Nan
Autisa
Overland cars appeal to wealthy and mid-priced buyers
The Overland medium priced car attracts prominent buyers including Champ Clark and A L Mohler. Clark bought a $750 Overland touring car in Washington and Mohler bought one in Omaha, while Mohler already owns two of the highest priced cars. The Overland’s detachable top and value appeal to affluent owners despite higher priced alternatives. Also listed are jurors for the January 1916 term in Estherville and township residents, plus notices from local churches and the Scott County Improvement League.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Overland
Congressman Clark
Washington
Mr. Mohler
Omaha
Farmers Improvement Association Forms at Emmet County Meeting
About January 4 1916 in Estherville Emmet County courthouse the first Farmers Improvement Association meeting drew many farmers. Bylaws adopted talks given county wide enthusiasm. John Eldridge attends as new county agent. Officers elected include Hornwell Harris Case Green Maniece and others from multiple townships. Reception at Gardaton Hotel featured Moore’s Orchestra and dinner hosted by Hetherville Commercial Club.
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Emmet County Court House
Estherville
Farmers Improvement Association
Gardaton Hotel
Hetherville
Moore
Goon Hom
Morse Wae
John ©. Eldridge
Ames
Kaiser Reported Dead After Cancer Surgery
The Kaiser emperor of Germany was reportedly dead after an operation for cancer, unconfirmed at press time. A mail theft case linked to Byrie Emrich surfaced after hundreds in cash were found. he confessed to involvement, with an accomplice, and was jailed for a federal grand jury indictment.
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Diapateh
Kaiser
Germany
Hureday
A. F. Hinton
Emerigh
Valise
Glad
Hapaty Kort Dodge
Federal Grand Jury
Faith
Fort Dodge
Poe
Spencer News
Club House Burned North of Estherville
A club house north of Estherville owned by twelve Ka therville men burned Sunday night. Insurance was small. rebuilding costs estimated at about 8000 dollars. Fire cause unknown. Owners discuss a larger, better club house in spring. Names listed: Nels Anderson, W. O. Blake, J. K. Goldsberry, D. P. Lawson, E. E. Ellefson, G. E. Moore, Swan S. Reed, R. W. Christopher, Nic Bennickson, Samuel Hanson, I. F. Noble, and others. Also reports a marriage in Guthrie Center between William Bryan and Lulu M. Dawson. The couple will reside in Guthrie Center. Also, a garage partnership change: Ghester Ryder and Karr split. Karr to continue in the same location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esthar—ville
Nels Anderson
Eatherville
Filéworth
W. O. Blake
Estherville
Third Ward
J. K. Goldsberry
Center Township
D. P. Lawson
Emmet Township
E. E. Ellefson
Mile Lake Township
G. E. Moore
Maples Hill
Swan Lake
S. B. Reed
Dolliver
Lincoln Township
Armstrong
Town
Lake Township
Nic Bennickson
Ringsted
Denmark Township
Samuel Hanson
Halfa
Jack Creek
I. F. Noble
Gracttinger
High
Emmet County Farm Meeting Topic at Pr erev Church
A Sunday evening service at the Pr echurch will discuss Emmet County Farm improved Hank Association. A Ratherville dinner at Gard atou Hotel featured speeches on better farming and Emmet County results. The day included Morning Worship at 10:4, Sunday School at 12:00, Christ Endeavor at 6:45, and Prayer meeting Thursday evening. Blosaick Women urge regular walks for health.
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Tsee
Emmet County
Coninistorial Club of
Ratherville
Gardatou Hotel
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charles Snyder
Schaller
OWA
Faderland
Mieney
Brand
Peterson
Overland Sales
Petit Jurors
Stanley Calkins
John Hanson
W. A. Keyes
Nick Frank
Tatherville
Chas Hager
Jr. McDonald
A Kain
Hastherville
J.N. Paterson
L. V. Cranston
Herbert Bryan
Graettinger
High Lake
A. J. Anderson
Wallingford
Es Lake
A. Range
Koy Young
Jens A. Jensen
Hingsted
Densmark
Hans Christensen
Rugeted
Rasmus Abrudahl
Kingated
P. G. Paulson
Otto Larson
Jack ¢Creek
Roy Marriott
Gruver
A. J. ‘Amundaen
Geuver
Swan Lake Township
Scott County Improvement League
Trving C. Norwood
Ouneell
Dunnell
W. GC. Floiacher
Gardston Hotel
Ene
John Hornwell
R. 3. Harris
Armstrong Grove
A. J. Case
William Green
I.'J. Maniece
Emmett
Gus ‘Roman
Ellsworth
Herman Greise
J. H. Thompson
James Welch
Jack 1 Creek
J. J. McKeon
Lowe
Dawson
Foundry
William Bryan
Guttiis Gériter
Lulu M. Dawson-of
Ryder
Karl
Coustipabad
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