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From: "Cathy Joynt Labath" <>
Subject: [IAPALOAL] Emmetsburg Democrat; Palo Alto Co, IA; 1 Mar 1905
Date: Fri, 1 Sep 2000 18:18:15 -0500


Emmetsburg Democrat
Palo Alto Co, Iowa
1 Mar 1905

J.T. WALT came down from Minnesota Friday. He is still selling horses. He
lives at Fenton.

A sand brick block is soon to be constructed at Mason City by A.H. CUMMINGS
and George GOBLER.

James F. BANNON, who lives north of Curlew, will have a big sale Friday,
March 3.

Geo. HINKLEY has been home from Madison, Wisconsin, for several days. He is
a student at the state university at that place.

James HAND, of Great Oak, will have a sale of horses and cattle Monday,
March 13. See his ad in this week's Democrat.

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen JOHNSON, of Spencer, visited Friday and Saturday with
Mr. and Mrs. Monroe JOHNSON of Emmetsburg.

The Ladies' Missionary society of the Congregational church will meet at the
home of Mrs. W.J. BROWN today. All are invited.

Mrs. H.C. DARLAND went to Estherville Friday evening to visit her people.
Harry went up Sunday morning returning in the evening.

We understand that A.D. GROW, one of Ruthven's pioneer citizens intends
going to Milwaukee soon to enter the soldiers' home of that place.

St. Andrew's Guild of Trinity Church will have a market Saturday, March 4,
at Mrs. M.A. Scott's store. Baked goods of all kinds will be sold.

The News reports that there are two new law firms at Spencer-PAINTER &
HUGHES and MARTIN & FOREST. Legal business must be getting brisk in our
sister town.

W.F. FROST has purchased Mr. QUINN's 240 acre farm in Nevada township. It
was formerly owned by Wm SHEA. He will rent the same.

Street Commissioner DONOVAN has been very busy during the past week keeping
the water moving in the ditches about town. It thawed so rapidly that the
had a big task on his hands.

The Ayrshire Coach Stallion company sold its horse to J.B. MORRIS, of this
place, for $600 a few days ago. The latter says he will dispose of the
animal for at least $2,000 on the stock company plan.

A number of friends enjoyed playing cards at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E.F.
O'TOOLEr Thursday evening. A few hours were happily spent. The event will be
pleasantly remembered by those in attendance.

Mr. and Mrs. Michael GEELAN of Highland township moved to Emmetsburg Monday
evening. They are living in one of P. GORMAN's residences southwest of the
Catholic church. They are splendid people. Emmetsburg is always happy to
receive such folks.

We understand that over two-thirds of our citizens have signed the waivers
for the payment of sewerage tax. Ten per cent of our citizens will pay the
tax at once. Tom HARRISON is doubtless advertising for a few clients. If
they are prudent they will keep out of his reach.

A very pleasant surprise party was given at the comfortable home of Frank
and Miss Kate BRADY Friday evening of last week. About 40 couples were
present and the event proved to be one of he most enjoyable of the season.
Mr.and Miss BRADY are royal entertainers and will be missed by their many
young friends.

There was a surprise dance given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O'BRIEN
last Tuesday evening. There were about thirty couple present and all
pronounced the event a success. Music was furnished by the JOYNT String
band. Elegant refreshments were served and all present pronounced Mr. and
Mrs. O'BRIEN royal entertainers.

P.F. CONLON writes home from Twin Falls, Idaho, that he bought two lots soon
after going there and that he has since sold them at a net profit of $1,600.
He owns some land there and he has been offered three times what he paid for
it. Here's hoping that he will continue to make money at this rate.

Fireman's ball at the Armory Friday evening, March 3. Music by the AINSWORTH
orchestra. All who can should attend this dance and those who can not attend
should each buy a number. No one knows when he may be required to call on
the firefighters for assistance. Hence, assist them when you can do so.

A party was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John RYAN, of Great Oak,
Friday evening. There were perhaps 60 or more young people present. The
JOYNT orchestra played. Refreshments were served during the evening. Many
from Emmetsburg attended. Harry and Miss Ella BURK and Misses Anna and Sarah
NOLAN were over from Whittemore. All report having a good time.

Mr. and Mrs. M.F. BRENNAN are leaving this week for Osakis, Minnesota, where
their daughter, Mrs. HUGHES, resides. They will make their home at Sauk
Center or St. Cloud where their son and other daughters can attend school.
Those most excellent people will be greatly missed by their many relatives
and friends. Mr. BRENNAN came to this county in 1865 and has since resided
here. He is a good farmer, staunch friend and an upright exemplary...

RESOLUTIONS OF CONDOLENCE
Whereas, The Creator of all has, in his inscrutable wisdom, taken from our
midst our beloved and respected sister, Mrs. Thomas CONDON, therefore, be
it.
Recited, That we, the members of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Ancient Order
of Hibernians of Emmetsburg extend our sympathy to the husband and other
relatives of the deceased in the deep affliction that has befallen them, for
we regarded Mrs. CONDON as a sincere, worthy, helpful member of our order, a
conscientious and most ememplary Christian lady, and one who felt a keen
interest in the attainment of lofty, purposes for which we are banded
together.
Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions be sent to Mr. CONDON, that they
be spread upon the records of our organization and that they be mailed to
our city newspapers for publication.
Mrs. M.F. KERWICK
Mrs. W.I. BRANAGAN
Miss Lil PATTON

Law-Tibbs
Mr. Ralph H. LAW and Miss Mary H. TIBBS, both of this city, were united in
marriage at the home of Mr.and Mrs. A.H. HOSKINS, an uncle of the bride. The
ceremony was performed by Rev. LAMBLY, pastor of the Congregational church.
Only a few of the friends and relatives of the contracting parties were in
attendance. Mr. and Mrs. LAW will live in the RICHIE residence on the north
side. The bride is a handsome young lady and is cheery and amiable. She has
made many warm friends during her residence in this city and is a most
worthy young woman. The groom works in the Model laundry. He is a genial,
practical, sensible young man and enjoys the esteem of such as have met him
in a business way. The Democrat offers hearty congratulations to the happy
couple.

A West Bend Business Man Gone.
A dispatch from West Bend to the Minneapolis Tribune says tha V.L. BEDIER,
who recently purchased the EASTON stock of drugs at that place, is missing
and that his accounts are in bad shape. The deficit foots up over $3,000. As
he was once a Red Cross nurse in the Philippines, it is thought that he has
returned to the islands. He is a comparatively young man.

Cathy Joynt Labath
Palo Alto County USGenWeb Project
http://www.rootsweb.com/~iapaloal/paloalto.htm




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