23 Nov 1910
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Newspaper
Willmar Tribune
Location
Willmar, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1910
Page
1
A 1910 prose devotional extols God's providence and the nation’s blessings. It lauds Washington Lincoln and the nation’s liberty, praising the Creator for peace progress and long days. The piece urges gratitude for the land and faith guiding its future under divine care.
Mrs. A F Hanscom led a pleasant Monday afternoon meeting with most members present. Items of interest were shared, library books located and exchanged, and Chap XIII discussed. A luncheon was served by the hostess with Mrs Nellie Noreen assisting. Mrs Sherwood reviewed The Perpetual Poor from Harper's Magazine, with plans for December Std. chapter XIV of Turkish history and a future magazine review by Mrs Tallman.
The new Christian Science church in Willmar opened for worship on November 20 with a special service and music. Helen Sather sang from St. Cloud, windows glowed softly, chrysanthemums added charm, and the lesson emphasized Divine love meeting every human need. Prof. Hering lectured Monday evening on Christian Science, praised by host C. W. Odell and architect John Skoolheim. Meanwhile, social gatherings and Thanksgiving plans filled the week, including events at the Olson home and Willmar schools. John Linderholm, longtime Kandiyoni villager, died at 78. services set for today. Oscar Quam of New London remained seriously injured after a harrow accident. fashion designs by former Willmar resident Jean Parke featured in Ladies' Home Journal.
A Minnesota family recounts the death of Louis Olson, killed during a deer hunt near Abbotsford, Wisconsin, when he was shot by a hunter with a red jacket. The accident occurred November 12 as Olson stood along a deer runway. investigation traced the shooter’s escape. Olson, born 1877, leaves wife Hilda Donaldson and five brothers and a sister, with the funeral held in Abbotsford. The item also covers local school meeting successes and community notices.
The high school Sophomores organize a three committeed play with yells stage and orchestra while the chorus performs at M. E. church Thursday evening. Thanksgiving break is Wednesday through Friday. Prof Nelson of New London visits. Frank Nelson of Minneapolis speaks at Swedish Lutheran church last Saturday on time and meaning. Esther Anderson was absent Monday. two cooking classes will rotate as housekeepers.
John Swenson of St Johns placed second with a carload of 50 Durac Jersey hogs at the St Paul stock show last week. He earned 60 dollars in prize money and 40 cents above market price per hundred, the first such prize for Kandiyohi county. Swenson plans to devote more time to breeding high quality hogs and urges other farmers to exhibit their stock.
Emma Christina Carlberg wed Nels Peterson at the bride’s father Swen Carlberg home in Mamre. They plan house keeping on the Maren Nelson farm in Willmar. Rev G Peterson officiated. Tribune offers congratulations.
The Home for Old People dedication occurred on Sunday November 20 with services in Eagle Lake church led by Rev J Mortenson and Rev John Mattson of Battle Lake. An $11 offering supported Bethesda Homes and a lunch followed. Afternoon program featured Rev Risley and Rev Michaelson praising Bethesda Homes and pastors including Rev Gynild, noting the $30 000 building and care for the elderly. The event highlighted the Free church support and gratitude from local communities.
Lake Lillian residents report Nov 21 David As paas returns home from Kandiyohi. Mrs Victor Norling and Miss Florence Strandberg visited parental home Tuesday. Ole E Erickson heads to South Dakota to see brother Tate and seek land. A surprise party honored Gust Forsman with a money memento. Chas Sandberg laid Peter Erickson's foundation. Dist 55 entertainment drew many locals and received praise. Edner Erickson finished corn threshing after a quiet, good run. Miss Jennie Olson of Fargo visited Willmar friends. she formerly served at the Orphans Home and attended the dedication of the Home for Old People.
A collection of brief items from Willmar and nearby towns covers hospital work, funeral attendance, Thanksgiving dinners, job changes, building work, social events, church activities, auctions, school visits, and upcoming events at the Willmar Seminary and local churches. Includes hospital and family notices, social gatherings, and community announcements.
Photographer E Elkjer announces retirement from the Willmar photo business effective January 16, 1914. He invites friends and patrons to have photographs taken before January 45, 1914, citing a Christmas rush and thanking customers for past support while promising to continue in business until retirement.
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