County committee finds county records largely sound report
State committee examined Emmet county officials and county papers finding some discrepancies but no intentional wrongdoing. They noted overcharges and unissued notices but deemed overall book keeping excellent and urged improvements to prevent repeats. The report praised county officials and suggested the county seat papers not be unfairly dictated in printing decisions.
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County Board of Supervisors
Emmet
Emmet County
Board of Supervisors
Commalitee
Thia
California weather rests on Estherville news
Twenty years ago the Emmet County Republicans noted a cold wave ending a warm spell in California influenced weather elsewhere. Local items include residents visiting from Eldora Oxford Mankato and Twelve Mile Lake, a train conductor hurt by a stove, a million dollar birth, and a Liscomb sidewalk damages suit ending with a $200 verdict.
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California
H. F. Jones
Eldora
Maxwell
Estherville
Narrow escape after buggy collision on Sixth Street
Loyd Eastman and Harold Case were tossed from a buggy when a horse bolted after a bill broke near the old high school. Eastman hit the cement, suffering a cut lip and shaking. Case landed on his back but was uninjured. The buggy was wrecked. the horse was unharmed. Also, J H Byrnes resigns bid for auditor in a stated Republican primary, citing service record and public approval.
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Loyd Eastman
Harold Case
Sixth Street
Loyd
Harold
Expert Inspects Power Plant to Estimate Fix Costs
Estherville hires W H Grover of Amos Iowa to study the city electric light and power plant. The report will estimate costs to upgrade engines boilers and move the plant closer to railroad tracks. Grover’s expertise from Iowa State and practical experience will guide decisions as Estherville plans for growth and future power demands.
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Eatherville
W. H. Grover
Amos
Iowa
Grover
Electrical Engineering Department
Iowa State College
Anderson
Estherville
Batherville
Aberville
High School Honors and Activities Report
Last week at the high school: football letters were awarded to male players. two literary societies held private programs. the library opened to permitted students. Marie Crowell Katherine Murray and Francis Cain visited. senior class enrolled for next semester. a Senior class fishting occurred. Bertha Woods visited. Mr Curley explained basketball rules. Mr Goss presented physical geography and related views to their work.
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Marie Crowell
Katherine Murray
Francis Cain
Declamatory Contests Shine at New High School
A large audience filled the new high school gym for a three class declamatory contest with twelve contestants. Vera Reisinger topped the dramatic class, Rachel Whitfield won first in dramatics, and Worm Kollingxer captured the humorous class as judges praised polished delivery and engaging speeches.
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Vera Reisinger
de Witt Osgood
Rachel Whitfield
Worm Kollingxer
Icky
Idligh School
Ulee
Archestira
Glark Moe
Nomination of Nivison for Sheriff in Hmimet County
The notice announces Nivison son of Jack Creek township as sheriff candidate for Hmimet County, subject to June Republican primary. A young but longtime farmer, he has lived in the county over thirty-two years on a Jack Creek farm and is a heavy taxpayer with strong local endorsement. If elected he would serve the public faithfully and capably.
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Auditor of State
J. H. Byrnes
Biate
Tague Ia
Nivison
Jack Creek Township
Hmimet
Riverside Country Club Surprises Mrs. Lewis Burg
The West Riverside Country Club surprised Mrs. Lewis Burg last Wednesday afternoon. A light afternoon gathering with refreshments followed. Mrs. Berg plans to move to a new home, and neighbors wish her luck at the new club.
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Weat
Hiverside Country Club
Lewis Burg
West Riverside Country Club
Wusie Ant
Berg
West Riversids
Sud
Janitor Floods Masonic Building With Leaking Faucet
A janitor caused a flood at the Masonic building by bursting a faucet. Water rushed from a pipe and filled a room within minutes. Architect James linked the incident to a plumbing crew for help as the Hollow Company rushed to save goods from water damage. Monday morning notes follow.
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Linke
James
Hollow Company
Weir and Miller Wed in Dolliver Ceremony
Mies Della Weir and Fra Miller wed on Wednesday January 14 at the M B church in Dolliver. Rev Hill officiated. The couple are well regarded in the community with many friends and bright futures ahead.
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Mies Della Weir
Fra Miller Whye
M. BE
Dolliver
Hill
The Horse Still Holds His Own
Reports from the Union Ston Yards of Chicago note the city now lists 72,059 horses, just 207 fewer than a decade ago. Horse numbers remain robust despite motoring growth, with harness and carriage needs fading as motor vehicles rise.
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Union Ston Yards
Chicago
Mink Apulis
St. Lot
Eny Winch
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