Man Killed When Lumber Load Slid On Wagon Wheels
Charles Frans of Diamond Lake died Friday afternoon when boards on a lumber load shifted, pinning him and his horses as he rode down a steep hill toward his farm. He fell under the front wheel, instant death. The coroner cited the accident as the cause. Frans, born December 24, 1862 in Sweden, emigrated in 1886 and farmed here since 1888. Survived by wife Anna and ten children. Burial at Ebenezer Church Kandiyohi with Rev. H. Tillman officiating. pallbearers named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Frans
Diamond Lake
Atwater
Frans
Charles D. Frans
Horda
Tetra Tarsus
Vixo
Sweden
Anna Melander-Frans
Lillie
Violet
Rose- Ann
Roosevelt
The
William Hallberg
Albert Shosten
Otto Bergquist
F.E. Croonquiat
John Carlson
Charles Jacobson
Buttermaker Olson Still Winning Honors
Walter Olson of Hawick Kandiyoht County led the Minnesota six months dairy scoring contest in the Third District with a score of 95 under the State Dairy and Food Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Olson
Hawick
Minnesota
State Dairy and Food Department
Kandiyoht County
Young Violist Benjamin Swalin Plans Minneapolis Rise
Benjam in Swalin of Minneapolis, eighteen, vacationing with Prof N B Swalin in Willmar, will enter the Minneapolis Symphony this fall. He plans Lyceum and Chautauqua work next year and may perform in a Willmar recital assisted by his sixteen year old pianist brother Arthur. Dr Arthur Limperich just returned from Omaha after ten days with Sylvester, noting crop conditions in Nebraska and nearby states as very critical due to heat and drought.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Swalin
Minneapolis
N. B. Swalin
Musical Northwest
Minneapolis Symphony
Lyceum
Chautauqua
Willmar
Arthur
Benjamin
Glass
Symphony Orchestra of
Nebraska
Arthur Limperich
Omaha
Sylvester
Limperich
Dakotas
Montani
Tragic Auto Crash Ends Life of Willmar Girl Mary Daugherty
A Saturday night crash near the east outskirts of Willmar claimed Mary Daugherty, a 19 year old local resident, and left her companion Thompson injured. The collision involving a buggy and a Maxwell car killed Daugherty instantly from neck injuries while Thompson survived with bruises. Funeral services were held at St. Mary's Catholic Church. The coroner ruled death accidental.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Daugherty
Willmar
Inez Normile
John Normile
George Warner
Albert Thompson
Thompson
Maxwell
Arthur Caine
Jacobs
Peterson
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Mary Cathyrn Daugherty
Morris
Minnesota
Wiilmar
D. B. Daugherty
Jack
Martin
Dominick
Gerald
Marjorie
Nellie
C. C. McDevitt
Kandiyohi
Nelle O'Donnell
Irens Kelly
Evelyn Rodenbus
Edrice Stauffer
Euzena Haley
Elie Meee
Soldier Raymond Knott Returns From Service
Sgt Raymond Knott of Holland township returned last Saturday after overseas service with the Aviation Corps. He is a brother of Alvina Knott and Mrs Joel Clough of this city. He is a son of Mr and Mrs John Pholfer of Holland. Knott entered army service in Montana and has served overseas since November 1917. Mew Pastor Called. A business meeting in the Lutheran church adopted a call for Rev J Antara who has not yet replied as of December 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seant Knott
Raymond Knott
Holland Township
Aviation Corps
Alvina Knott
Joel. Clough
This City
Sgt. Knott
John Pholfer
Holland
State of
Montana
Svening
Minot
Antara
Community drive aids Fergus Falls relief effort
County relief fund for Fergus Falls tornado victims shows steady progress with precincts sending varied amounts. Chairman Odell reports total contributions reaching 1,169.26 dollars, including Atwater village donations, as a busy season continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fergus Falls
Odell
Village of Atwater
Major MacKelvie to Speak to Soldiers at City Hall
Major MacKelvie will address service men at City Hall at 7:20 PM Thursday on matters of interest. All county returned soldiers are urged to attend. Morning services at Bethel church next Sunday will be in English. Rev Holmquist will speak on "God's Prov ence."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MacKelvie
Mension
Bethel Church
Holmquist
Paul Hallin
P. Society
Mra
David BE. Finstrom
Venezuela
B. A
Neet “Mist Church OF Cimist Scientist
Bethel Lutheran
Becker Ave
Second Street
Jesper Holmquist
Swedish Mission Church
G. N. Teguell
Lands Bought for Sibley Park Deeds Secured
Last Wednesday, Carlos Avery, State Game and Fish Commissioner, secured the deeds for lands to be included in Sibley State Park on the north shore of Lake Andrew. The appropriation of 25000 dollars by the last legislature funded the purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlos Avery
New London
Sibley State Park
Lake Andrew
Lake views Near Sibley State Park Cedars
A passage describes Lake Andrew seen from Among the Stately Cedars at Sibley State Park. It notes lands bought from neighborhood farmers including Andrew Nordstrom Paul Nordin Peter Lundberg Elmer Kuellander and Mone Olson. Abstracts of title await Attorney General approval before warrants to owners are issued. The park area remains wilderness with trails and access yet to be created before public opening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew
Nordstrom
Paul Nordin
Peter Lundberg
Elmer Kuellander
Mone Olson
Churches News Briefs from August Church Listings
A roundup of church notices lists sermons and meetings across denominations. Luther C. Benson leads First Methodist. Swedish Baptist and Swed ish Methodist Episcopal indicate prayer meetings and Sunday services, with confirmations and Sunday schools noted. Lutheran and Presbyterian churches announce services, socials, and special speakers, including Rev. Mattson and Rev. Findley, while Sobriety groups and the Salvation Army host socials and Sunday programs. Local residents are invited to attend, with specific times and venues at various churches in Willmar and surrounding towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian
T. Ms. Findley
T. M. Findley
Spicer
Burbank Presbyterian
New London
Burbank
Sharwin Wiliam Varnishes Featured in Local Sale
A local advertisement promotes Sharwin Wiliam varnishes and related paints for sale. The cluttered copy mentions availability and a possible business contact, inviting customers to inquire about products and pricing at the shop.
Boy Killed In Auto Accident Near Pennock
A Tuesday forenoon crash three miles west of Pennock involved four Murdoch area youths. Earl McGovern died en route to home after leaping from the auto into a passing train. Other occupants, Dewey Hillman Martin Moberg and Edward Eckwall, escaped with minor injuries. Funeral set for Earl McGovern in Murdock with Rev. Fr. Walsh presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuewlay
Murtatk
Pennock
Earl McGovern
Patrick McGovern
Murdock
Benson of
Willmar
Dewey Hillman
Martin Moberg
Edward Eckwall
Young Eckwall
C. G. Eckwall
Our City
Fr. Walsh
Factory Opens For Production In Willmar
The Minnesota Implement Company has taken over the Sackett Syndicate Factory at Willmar and begun limited production of spreaders this week. A river of cars and materials have been ordered, with about twenty five workers planned as output grows. Manager Mr. Zimmer is optimistic and has secured cooperation from leading citizens to grow the plant into a major local industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota Implement Company
Sackett Syndicate
Willmar
Zimmer
Raymond Band to Play Open Air Concerts in Spicer
The Raymond Band led by H. Feig will perform Sunday afternoon and evening at the Park in Spicer. Musicians from the U S Navy band, Albert Jydstrup, will join. Program includes Naoi, The Twilight Hour, Stars and Stripes Forever, and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond
Spicer
H. ©. Feig
Albert Jydstrup
U.S. Navy
Raymond Boys
Francis A. Myera
Democracy
Eliza Doyle Smith
Francis A. Myers
Will
Voletelners
U. S. Military Academy
Gao
Rosecrans
Will Hutt
al Hayes
Francis
C. M. Dalles
Geo. Rosecrane
Eye
The
Cone
Whereabouts of Bertel Swenson Missing Teenager
Parents seek Bertel Swenson a 16 year old who left home without clothing or funds. He was last in contact July 20. Nurse Ruth C. Jacobson of Sacred Heart arrived in New York from overseas July 20 aboard the Dakotan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertel Swenson
Ruth C. Jacobson
Sacred Heart
New York
Dakotan
Safety on the Highway Urges Curb on Reckless Driving
The piece warns of real highway risks from fast driving and urges serious action to curb reckless behavior. It notes that careless drivers endanger others and that owners bear responsibility when cars cause mishaps, especially if youths are allowed to drive. Parents should consider this issue seriously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Obituary: Arthur R. Thompson Dies After War Service
Arthur Thompson of this city died at Aurora Hospital near Denver on Saturday July 26 after serving in the U S Army. He reported to Camp Grant Illinois last October and helped with demobilization after the armistice. Illness began in February and he was briefly home in March and April before being sent to Fort Snelling and then to a government sanatorium near Denver. His father learned of his critical condition in Omaha but arrived too late.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur R. Thompson
Arthur Thompson
William Thompson
Aurora Hospital
Denver
Camp Grant
Til
Fort Snelling
Omaha
Thompson
Remains arriving today for Willmar youth's funeral Thursday
The funeral for Arthur Raynard Thompson will be held at two o'clock from the East Litchfield Avenue residence and later at the Presbyterian church where he was a member. Rev. Swan Mattson will officiate with the A O U W in charge and military honors planned. Thompson, born April 10 1894 in Willmar, taught in Dist 31 and in Lake Elizabeth township before army service. He is mourned by parents a brother Io to Thompson two sisters Dora and Ethel Florence and aunts Mrs Aug Lundquist and Mrs Nels son. He stood in deep sympathy among friends and associates. Rykien departs for Washington DC this week for a government stenographer post. Christianson of Minneapolis visits Willmar relatives Anton Petersons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Litchfield Avenue
Presbyterian Church
Swan Mattson
M. E. Church
Arthur Raynard Thompson
Willmar
Dist
Lake Elizabeth Township
Ioto
Thompson
Dora
John Moltes
Bemidji
Ethel Florence
Aug. Lundquist
Kandiyohi
Nelsson
Gopher Gunner Band to Perform Tuesday in Willmar
The Gopher Gunner Band of the Rainbow Division under Lieut. Michael Jalma will give a grand concert at Willmar Park Auditorium next Tuesday evening August 5 at eight o clock. Featured soloists include And Custer tenor, Henry Kelly baritone Bollat, Arthur Myers lyric tenor, De Ingo Grindelund and Peter Tisch bass, with Merle Melland and Jade Larson in special acts. The program includes pieces from the 161st Band and notes the capture of Bavarian music and instruments from the St Mihiel drive. The band, planning a homecoming tour, promises a lively performance and a warm Willmar welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iblet Field Artillery
Minnesota
Rainbow Division
Michael Jalma
Park Auditorium
Willmar
Custer
Henry Kelly
Bollat
Boston Sony Orchestra
Arthur Myers
Lyric Teno
Boston
Opera
de Ingo Grindelund
Jona McCormack
The
Ants
Peter Tisch
Boles
Minneapolis
Clap
Merle Melland
Mensloguint
Jade Larson
Cork
Rainbow Quartetta
St. Mihiel
Nan Yi
Jalma
Pannes
St. Bible
Javis
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Ther
Jacobe
Peddant
Julia Dean
Edwin Arden
Olive Thomas
Lyons and Moran
Mae Murray
Munroe Salisbury
Harry Mokey
Lara Kimball Young
Better Wife
Lewis E. Goss
D. C
Geo. C. Mickelson
Chiropractic
Palmer School of Chiropractic
MD. A
Omce
Loney Bloek
Sth
Buttermaker Olson
Willmar Hospital
Conducted By
B. J. Branton
Btriefly Modern
Fourth St
Davison Hospital
Fourth Street
Litchford Avenue
Willmar, Minnesota
P. ©. Davison
M. D
C M. Mies
Mary Brugman
Luther Kroona
A. W. Kroona
Kandlyoht
Third Street Park Pavilion
Fergus
Sibley Park
State of Minnesota
BANK
Morabar
Federal Reserve System
Shee Aapape GS
B. Anderson Anderses
First Methodist Church
Luther C. Benson
Parente Anne
Epworth League
Swede Methodist Episcopal
Swan W. Mattson
Oak Park
Iyohi
Mattaen
Lutheran Free Church
K.T. Rykken
Ladies’ Aid
Mesdames B. Bensen
J. Jacobson
M. Peterson
J. Nygaard
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wake
Lillian ‘W. Pederson
Avgust Sra
B. Flagn
Lukes Episcopal Church
H. Oehler
Daniel Booth
Luke's Church
Green Lake
E. E. Gynild
Ladies Aid Society
Ole Thoring
Salvation Army
Svea Lutheran
Nele
Euat
Mattson
Arthur Erickson
Town
Ruble Brothers
Morrison
Steve Olson
Grand Forks
WN. D
Boy
Nnesota Implement Company
Sackett Plant
Goss
Washington, D. C
Rykien
Gopher Gunner Band
Park Auditorm
Peter Bonde
Evelyn Nesbit
Louise Huff —In
Robert Warwick
Secret Service
America
Famous Players
Strand
Weekly
Geraldine Farrar
Anderson-Nyquist & Co
C. Ackerman & Co
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