Genealogical Queries Almanac From County Department
Readers are urged to address communications to Mrs C A Speer Washing ton Iowa and provide complete names and addresses The column lists several named individuals with land descriptions and dates including Jacob Yeager James Hughes Alexander Lee Silas Gleason Howard Copland Thompson and others with sections townships and ranges noted The piece ends with To be Continued and seeks source information for entries and publications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Speer
West
Jefferson St
Washington
Iowa
Mra. C. A. Speerblank
Land Grants for Military Service Continued
William M. McCarty receives 161 7/100 acres including portions of section 3 and 25 in township 76 North range 7 and 8 west. Jacob Yeager is allotted 160 acres in section 6 township 76 North range 8 west, via private in Capt. Free man’s Co. 4th Regt. of Tenn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stry's Co
U. 8S
Jacob Yeager
U. N
Joseph C. Dunn
Silas Gleason
Capt
Pauls
U. S
Alexander Lee
N. W
George W. Jennings
Freeman’s Co
Tenn
The Rocking Chair Brigade’s Holiday Auction Tales
A Washington community notes a lively auction scene with Frank Macon attracting bidders for antique glass and old items while neighbors plan winter Florida trips. Mentions Henderson Wallace’s return, a Christmas birthday, and the Royal wedding inquiries, ending with charitable cookie donations by Mrs. A. Anderson and help from Clara Ann Falk.
Christmas News and Local Happenings in Bethel
Bethel notes report Santa with plenty of snow for the season and a WOI Ames broadcast of a Washington Evening Journal editorial. Local sickness includes the Rainey and Gallagher families while 4-H and school events, a farewell party for Joe Caputo, and church activities are highlighted in community notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bethel
Dee
Santa
WOI
Ames
Andy
Washington Evening Journal
Robert Rainey
Areta Ramsey
Lloyd Foster
Billy
Bobby
Edd Gallagher
Hlomer Kirney
Iowa City
Joe Caputo
H. P. Wilson
Dell Walker
Ottumwa
Bethel Church
Bethel Missionary Society
C. J. Wolfe
Clara Ann and Mrs Anderson Share Pantry Sampling Habit
Clara Ann often samples every kind she encounters and is noted as a close friend of Mrs. Anderson. The two are described as great pals in the community notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Ann
Mrs. Anderson
Moline family to visit relatives over Christmas
Mr and Mrs A Galley and Cyrus Jr of Moline plan a Sunday or Monday visit to Mrs Calley s parents Mr and Mrs H G Miller next week. Galley teaches at Moline High. Miss Margaret Stewart and Mrs Kunicy Waymack from Cincinnati due today or Monday. Miss Maud Hott ill with flu and will miss Christmas in Chicago. Grace Kandel leaves today for Keosauqua to spend Christmas at home. Helen Coffey to Lenalty for Christmas with her parents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Galley
Cyrus, Jr
Moline
Grace Kandel
Keosauqua
Helen Coffey
Lenalty
Mr.o F Coaffey
The Passing Years in Washington
Ten years ago, Whiting Hurt injured cutting a tree at the Jake Simmering place. He suffered a fractured pelvic bone and other injuries and was hospitalized. Wickham Hill reports Dr. E. F. Wickham severely ill Friday with poor prospects.
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Whiting
Hollis Whiting
Jake Simmering Place
Wickham Hill
FE. T. Wicckham
Endorse Health Work at Public Meeting
A Saturday gathering heard Dr. C. W. Stewart report on county health efforts with unanimous backing for the health bureau. Miss Edna Lewis city nurse Miss Mae Campbell county nurse Mrs Phillip Crail for welfare work and Dr. C. A. Boice laboratory director also spoke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. W. Stewart
Health Bureau
Edna Lewis
Mae Campbell
Phillip Crail
C. A. Boice
Sherman Elected President of the YMCA Deal
Sherman was elected president of the YMCA deal, succeeding himself. Orville Elder was named vice-president.
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Sherman
Don
M. C. A. Deal
Orville Elder
Wolf-Hunters Kill Six-Foot Timber Wolf Near Conesville
A hunter team killed a large timber wolf near Conesville. The animal measured six feet in length and was described as a sizeable quarry by local observers.
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Conesville
Isaak Walton League Organizes Local Chapter
The Isaak Walton League to protect wildlife forms a local chapter with seventy five men signed on. A Claire Dewey played a key role in launching the effort here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New League
Isaak Walton League To Protect Wild Life
A. Claire Dewey
Bread prices rise with loaf at 13 cents
The price of bread has advanced with one loaf selling for 13 cents and two loaves for 25 cents.
Cement shipments for Presbyterian church foundation
J. J. Keene sent two carloads of cement to Haskins for the foundation of a new Presbyterian church. The structure will replace the church building that burned several weeks ago.
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J. J. Keene
Haskins
New Presbyterian Church
Lemon Breaks Arm Cleaning Snow Near Home
R. L. Lemon, while removing snow from the walks in front of his home, slipped and broke his right arm just above the wrist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lemon
R. L. Lemon
Warfel Returns to Harvey and Warfel After Recovery
Warfel returns to the Harvey and Warfel restaurant after several weeks away recovering from an appendicitis operation.
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Warfel
Harvey and Warfel
New Business College Set to Open December 28
The new business college under Doughertys store will open December 28. Prof. C. H. Berhorst from Grinnell Business College and the staff in charge will arrive next week to establish classes and instruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Business College
Doughertys
C. H. Berhorst
Grinnell Business College
Runaway Wagon Injury Report Hits Dankwart Kurtz Delivery
Three men Lohrer Hurt Henry Lohrer Frank Kurtz and Herman Peck were injured in a runaway accident involving the Dankwart and Kurtz meat delivery wagon. Lohrer was the worst hurt when a spindle came off the axle and the open parts were thrown from the wagon.
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Lohrer
Henry Lohrer
Frank Kurtz
Herman Peck
Dankwart and Kurtz
Eight Pound Girl Born to Pratt Family at Fox Theatre
Clyde Pratt and Mrs. Pratt welcomed a baby girl weighing eight pounds. The newborn was registered this morning, with Mr. Pratt sharing cigars at the Journal offices in celebration.
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Clyde Pratt
Fox Theatre
Wallace Honored With Large Portrait at School
Kestows Pictures and H. Wallace presented the high school a large enlarged portrait of the late A. H. Wallace who served on the school board for over forty years.
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Kestows
H. Wallace
A. H. Wallace
New Baker Replaces Wright at Roy v Mtcher Restaurant
80 years ago new baker Matueha takes over at the Roy v Mtcher restaurant replacing hh Wright who resigned to move to Ohio. Matueha arrives from Cedar Falls and joins the baking staff.
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Justa Matueha
Roy v
Mtchter Restaurant Co.i
Fat Side
Cedar Falls
Hh Wright
Ohio
Doctor Samdy Opens Office in Roberts Building
Dr A A Samdy relocates from Harvey Iowa and will set up his practice in the Roberts building.
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Samdy
Harvey
Iowa
Roberts Building
Social Events Honor Miss Myrtle Sage Before Her Wedding
A series of pre nuptial parties in honor of Miss Myrtle Sage as she prepares to wed Walter Traves. Laura Rich hosts. Miss Blanche Smith May Long and Mrs Frank Creath also entertain with additional events planned.
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Myrtle ‘Sage
Walter Traves
Laura Rich
Blanche Smith
May Long
Frank Creath
Local billiard bowling and lunch business changed hands
G Knotetinerus and J Hoyle have purchased the T J Dempsey billiard bowling and lunch business and will take possession in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hilliard Hall
G. Knottinerus
J. &. Hoyle
T. J. Dempsey Billiard
Big Day Wednesday sale on Campbell Bowman's hominy
A regional notice says Wednesday December 19 will feature a morning sale of Campbell and Bowman's old fashion hominy. The item promises a great day with a limited supply available.
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Campbell and Bowman
Noel Ton Ends In Ottawa Over Due Date
An unclear OCR fragment mentions Noel Ton and an Ottawa related due date. The readable portion implies a note about a deadline or event tied to Ottawa, with limited context and no clear names beyond Noel Ton.
Deaths of the Week Williams Ed Williams Cotter
Williams Ed Williams of Cotter died by his own action hanging himself at his home three miles southeast of Cotter. He was 52. Mrs Chas Dodder aged 32 died Friday night in the home where she had lived for 59 years, spending most of her life here.
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Williams
Ed Williams
Cotter
Dodder
Chas. Dodder
U. P. Sabbath School
Bertha Meek
T. J. Meekshinney
Clarice Meek
Percy Whisler
Miss Cooke
Fannie Cooke
Sylvia Warren
Brooklyn
Warrens
Hinckley Man Conner Dies At 84
Conner L. C. Conner brother of R. A. and Etta Conner died at his Hinckley Minnesota home on Thursday at age 84. He was the oldest surviving family member and had left the area 40 years ago.
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Conner
W .C. Conner
R. A
Etta Conner
Hinckley
Minn
Roberts-Will Roberts of Sigourney Dies at 77
Roberts-Will Roberts of Sigourney died Friday at his home at age 77. This obituary notes his passing and provides minimal biographical detail.
Riverside Mayor Knebel-Frank Knebel Dies at Home
Riverside mayor Knebel-Frank Knebel aged 5 died at his home on Tuesday. He was part of a large family of 18 children.
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Knebel
Frank Knebel
Riverside
Sherlock J. Ek Sherlock Dies Suddenly at Grace Hill
Grace Hill farmer Sherlock J. Ek Sherlock died suddenly on Monday evening at age 60. The well known local figure was valued for his farming work and community involvement. Funeral arrangements are being planned by relatives.
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Sherlock
J. EK
Grace Hill
Swartzendruber Simon Dies Near Wellman at 69
Swartzendruber, who lived eight miles northeast of Wellman, died on Monday at age 69.
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Swartzendruber
Simon
Wellman
Wolfe Child Dies Aged Eight Months
Wolfe Gerald Dean Wolfe died Monday at almost eight months old. He was the son of Willis Wolfe and Grace Edwards Wolfe.
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Wolfe
Gerald Dean Wolfe
Willis and
Grace
Edwards) Wolfe
Patterson Couple Welcomes Son at County Hospital
Mr and Mrs Milo Patterson of Wellman welcomed a son born last Saturday at the county hospital.
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Milo Patterson
Wellman
Christ couple announce newborn son at hospital
Mr and Mrs HY Christ announce the birth of their son at the local hospital on Saturday.
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HY Christ
Sat
Arrow Shots From Alex Miller Pens
On a cold morning readers are treated to a sharp, opinionated column by Alex Miller. The piece rails against debt collectors and patent schemes while lampooning fashion and social behavior, ending with a wry note on awkward public discourse.
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Alex Miller
Does it pay to be decent to people debate question
A debate topic asks whether kindness toward others yields benefits. The discussion weighs social, economic, and personal returns from courteous behavior in daily life and public settings.
Confidence and secrets in the wild world of men
A terse reflection on the danger of sharing confidences. The speaker notes that telling a man four things in confidence is futile if the person then goes and blabs it themselves, highlighting the fragility of trust and the risks of indiscretion.
Community Reflection on Privacy and Social Bounds
A concise meditation notes that when people mind their own affairs life feels freer. It argues curiosity about others creates friction and suggests focusing on personal responsibilities rather than meddling in neighbors' business.
We Always Feel The Need To Bath And Shave Alone
The line voices a lone feeling of needing refreshment after a long period without grooming. It expresses desire for cleansing and personal care to restore routine.
Woman’s Skirt Stunt Draws Crowd and Laughs
A playful scene sees a woman’s skirt stunt drawing attention and causing amused chatter among onlookers as spectators react with smiles and lighthearted comments.
Birds On Hats Highlight Town Women Fashion Now
Small town women lead in hat fashion with feathered bird decorations. The trend shows rural wearers embracing bold headpieces over city styles.
Scientist Immunizes Child With Behring Toxin
In Keokuk a physician inoculates a child at the College for Physicians and Surgeons with Behring’s celebrated anti toxin. The treatment aims to immunize the child against the ravages of diphtheria.
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College For Physicians and Surgeons
G. H. Kiskamp
Keokuk
Home Voyage Miss Grace Tld Er at Minden Holiday Break
Miss Grace Tld Er, a teacher at Minden Iowa, is at home for the holidays. Her family reports she plans to return to teaching after the break and wishes everyone a joyful season.
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Grace Tlder
Minden
Iowa
Brighton Enterprise Sold In Sheriff Sale By Trustees
The Brighton Enterprise was offered for sale at sheriff's sale with no bidders, and the trustees of the M. E. church of Brighton bid it in.
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Brighton
M. E. Church
New Grocery Opens in Waterloo By Local Partners
Joan Cunningham and Harry Bell bought a Waterloo grocery now named Heroes on Main Street near Miller and Daughtery. The venture aims to win strong local patronage by presenting a ready to serve store in the community.
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Joan Cunningham
Harry Bell
Waterloo
Miller and Daughtery
Washington
Walnut district Christmas exchange and school program
The Walnut club ladies held their Christmas exchange last Thursday at the Leslie Gates home. The Walnut school is planning their Christmas program.
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Walnut
Walnut Club
Leslie Gates
Forty Years Ago We Tried the Telephone
A humorous reminiscence recounts an editor's trial with a town telephone last Saturday. The narrator stumbles through central, misdialing for number seven, facing Beasty's coal office and alcove chatter, ending with a vow to stick to walking.
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Central
Sam Barnett
Barney Beasty
Wilbur Miller
Beasty
Alex
Frid flights and local visits noted in community brief
The passage mentions a weekly Friday event to be held in the town and identifies visitors including Mr Krabill at a school last week. It also notes children sliding down a hill near the Dunbar home, a weekend visit by the Schamps and Daniels, and a ranch lull in activity after cattle sales.
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Krabill
Schol
Dunbar
Charlie Schamp
Howard Daniel
Wugene
Mrs Stanley Moore Wins $5 Pillsbury Contest Prize
Word received at Johnson's grocery states Mrs Stanley Moore won a five dollar Pillsbury contest prize.
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Stanley Moore
Johnson's
Free Milk Delivered Daily to Ward Schools
The News Review notes daily delivery of S7 bottles of free milk to ward schools reaching 140 bottles served each day. Santa visits draw crowds for a parade with a chariot reindeer ponies and other attractions.
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The
Santa
Santa Claus
John Woods Taken to Hospital for Bad Cold Care
John Woods developed a bad cold and was taken to the hospital for care. He is getting along all right.
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John Woods
Congressman Eicher Predicts Corn Bee Funds By Christmas
U.S. Representative Eicher says he has been assured the corn bee money will arrive before Christmas, easing fiscal hopes for farmers and related programs. He emphasized timely allocations and coordination with agricultural agencies.
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Eicher
Census Office to Open Here Soon
Marshall D. Thomson of Oakville and Kermit Smith of Cedar Rapids are expected to take charge. Washington will be headquarters for 17 eastern Iowa counties in this enumeration.
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Marshall D. Thomson
Oakville
Kermit Smith
Cedar Rapids
Washington
Iowa
M. D. Thomson
Journal
Washington Feounty
Welfare Office Interview Hours Set by Miss Baker
Welfare worker Miss Marian Baker designates Wednesday afternoons from four to five and Saturday mornings from eleven to twelve for interviews in the Washington community. Other towns use local interview hours. Good Fellows baskets have received only 24.51 dollars this year, a small contribution to a worthy cause.
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Marian Baker
Washington
Good Fellows
Public Forum Planned After Des Moines Talk
Mr. Alden Alley of Des Moines spoke at the high school on Tuesday night. An interesting meeting was held and another gathering will be arranged soon to make definite plans for a Forum in Washington.
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Washington
Alden Alley
Des Moines
Postmaster Harry McCall Returns to Duty at PO
The rush is on at the post office as Postmaster Harry McCall, who had been ill for several days, resumes his duties and oversight of operations. The reopening follows a brief absence with staff awaiting normal service levels.
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Bulty
Harry McCall
Golden Wedding of Vivo and Mrs Ferdinand Spaetho
Vivo and Mrs Ferdinand Spaetho of Columbus Junction celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Saturday marking 50 years of marriage with family and friends attending a ceremony at home.
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Vivo
Ferdinand Spaetho
Columbus Junction
New President Elected in Keota Christian Endeavor
Wiss Evatil ler was elected district president of the Christian Endeavor society at Keota on Saturday.
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Wiss Evatiller
Christian Endeavor Society
Keota
Major Operations and Medical Procedures Reported
Major operations occurred at the county hospital on Sunday night. Mamie Hole of Wellman underwent an appendectomy on Monday morning. Jessie Ities, a nurse and daughter of Mia Cioes, is connected to Texas-Mises. Helle ftlee plans to depart around December 29 for Wichita Falls Texas to work in a hospital where Mrs. Margaret Rose serves as superintendent. Miss Bessie Love is presently there.
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Albert Garret
Mamie Hole of
Wellman
Cioes
Texas
Mises Jessie Ities
Mia
Helle Ftlee
Wichita Falls
Margaret Rose
Bessie Love
Detroit
J. O. Sexton
Margaret
Women's Hospital
Mrs. Sexton
G.S. Kerr
Recount Underway in Brown Foster Supervisor Contest
The Brown-Foster supervisor race is in recount with high interest in the outcome. Judges include Chairman Coon, Sam Donahey, and Richard Stewart.
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Coon
Sam Donahey
Richard Stewart
Brown-Foster
By Ways Out The 1934 Edition Hits On Sale
The 1934 edition of By Ways went on sale Tuesday and is drawing many buyers as readers seek editions with new content and updated features.
Snowy Morning Report Says Todd Saw Brief Heavy Snow
Oliver Todd notes a brisk snowfall Thursday morning that felt heavy but did not last long. Local observer describes the brief accumulation as intense yet short.
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Oliver Todd
Gores to Texas and Miami trip noted for Brinton
Mrs Ina Brinton travels from Huston Texas toward Miami for the winter. A farewell party for Joe Caputo drew over 200 guests on Thursday night, marking the send off of the big event.
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Gores
Texas
Ina Brinton
Huston
Miami
Farwell
Joe Caputo
Christmas Tree At County Home Ready For Pick Up
The big Christmas tree at the County Home will be ready to be picked Sunday afternoon at two thirty. Residents and visitors can view the tree before pickup and take part in the holiday celebration at the home.
Illness Strikes Wallingford and Miss Duff
Mise Sue Walling ford fell ill Wednesday evening. Miss Margaret Duff’s condition was critical Wednesday night.
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Sue Wallingford
Margaret Duff
Local Residents Arrive for Holiday Visits
Brighton and Crawfordsville residents were in town yesterday for business and shopping. Mrs. Stites and Mrs. White from Crawfordsville are listed among visitors, with Miss Harwood returning from Fairfield teaching work and Miss McCreedy planning vacation time at home. The list mentions several other locals from Craw and Antigo Wis, with family gatherings planned for the Christmas visit.
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Victor Peiffer
Brighton
Sam J. Stites
Vernon White
Crawfordsville
Marvy Louise Harwood
Fairfield
Esther McCreedy
Wrymouth
Hazel Anwy
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McKen
Howard Copland
William M. McCarty
Martin Ritz
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Rocking Chair
Henderson Wallace
Henderson
Leigh Wallace
Mrs. Wallace
Leigh
Frank Macon
Frank
Cory
Chas Brown
Frank Muncon
Florida
Nnes
South Second Ave
Lizzie Canner
California
J. A. McCoy
Jr. Rawn
Berry
West Alex
Kate Ackles McCray
San Jos
Alma Glasgow White
Frank Smith
Wueh
Noel Ton Ee
Roberts
Will Roberts
Sigourney
Walnut District
Liord
Wnetaon
4-H Club
Pension Board
County Old Age Assistance Board
Council Bluffs
Madison
Geo. C. Stewart
Fred L. Stewart
Jane
Wis
University Players
Wim. Stewart
J. Leffler
Midway Cafe
Barthelow
Chas
Chas. D. Huston
Iown
Ruy Cafe
Mr and Mre PR
M. FE
Althea Montgomery
Mansfield
Bila Montgomery
M. D. Lalor
Chicago
G. §. Kerr
Lalor
Jessie Kerr
Columbia
Missouri
Stephens College
Crones
Y. M
Y. W
H. L. Gordon
T. H. Riley
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