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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
25TH ANNIVERSARY
Of the Luren Singing Society
Celebrated.
AN OCCASION OF ENJOYMENT.
"Luren' and its Friends Spend Two
Days in Concentrating its
Twenty-Fifth Ami
versary.
AN OCCASION OF ENJOYMENT.

Few events in Decorah have been
more enjoyable or more productive
of advancement in social relations
than the twenty.fifth anniversary of
the Luren Singing Society, which
was held in this city last Thursday
and Friday. The members OF "Luren"
felt that after an existence of a quarter
century, they were entitled to two
days of recreation and enjoyment. A
sketch of the history of the organiza-
tion was given last week, and below
we print brief account of the an
niversary. The Minnehaha society of
Sioux Falls, s. D., arrived in their
special car Thursday morning, and
were escorted to the rooms of the
Luren and Norske Selskab societies,
which had been beautifully decorated
for the occasion. At noon the Nor
mamma society arrived from La
Crosse, and the visitors while here
were entertained in private homes.
A large audience greeted the concert
at the Grand Thursday evening
Songs were sung by 'NOrmanna," )"
"Minnehaha," and "Luren" separately
and conformity, and some splendid
numbers were rendered by local talent.
The concert closed with all singing
America" the audience rising and
standing during the whole song. 1t
was one of the best concerts ever given
in Decorah, and was highly appreciat-
ed. After the concert the visitors
gathered at the headquarters of
"Luren," where lunch was served, ,,and
an informal reception given.
At ten o'clock Friday morning the
visitors were given drive about the
city and then taken to the Luther
College campus, where the Luther
College band played several selections,
and the day was spent in various
amusements until five o'clock, when
they returned to the city.
Friday evening banquet was serv-
ed at Steyer's opera house. About 250
people were present, and it was indeed
a pleasant social event. b. Anundsen
acted as toastmaster. An address OF
welcome was delivered By Mayor Geo.
w. Adams, and short speeches by A.
F. Anundsen, Prof. G. Bothne, Rev.
II. G. Stub, and congressman G.. N.
Haugen. Music was furnished on this
occasion by Marsh's orchestra and the
Decorah City Band, and the large
number present did full justice to the
banquet which was spread for them
Mr.. J. Jackwitz, on the part o.
"Luren" in an appropriate speech
thanked the participants for the honor
shown to Luren on this occasion, and
Mr.. Jensen, Of Sioux Falls, responded
on the part Of the visitors.
The two visiting societies departed
that night for their homes, with
nothing but the kindest remarks fol
the royal entertainment they had re
ceived, and all who joined in the cele
bration feel that 1t was a fitting an
niversary observance, and in wishing
for "Luren" and the other two socie
ties many more years of successfu
existence.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
-OF-
Winnesheik County, Iowa,
AT THEIR
JUNE SESSION, A. d. 1899.
FIRST DAY.

DEBORAH, Iowa, June 5, 1898.
/ p. m.-BOard met at the Court
House, pursuant to law.
Present: Members Haug, Moore
Magnes, Wepnes, and Chairman Allen.
Moved by Haug and seconded, that
the 1898 tax on lot /, NE. section Is,
and lot 8 of lot 1, N e. t, same section,
Deeorah township, be abated, and the
Treasurer ordered to strike the same
from the list.
A. N. Vance was, on motion, re-
appointed as member of the Soldiers
Relief Commission for the ensuing
three years.
Balance of the day was spent in
listening to petitions of various kinds.
On motion adjourned to a. M,
June 9Th.
SECOND DAY.
a. M, June 6.-Board spent the
entire forenoon in viewing roads and
bridges in DecOrah and Springfield
townships.
On motion adjourned to 7p. m.
Z. p. m.-Board met pursuant to
adjournment and talked over bridge
matters and prospective bridge work.
Adjourned to a. m, June 7th.
THIRD DAY.
Ia. m. June board met pursu-
ant to adjournment, members all pres
ent, minutes of yesterdays meeting
read and approved. The Board then
proceeded to their settlement with the
County Treasurer, completing the
same and finding all money properly
accounted for.
On motion adjourned to p. M
l p. m.-Board met; members ali
present.
Moved and carried that the time OF
treatment for Edward Opdahl at
Prairie Du Chen be extended to the
September session of this Board.
Moved and carried that the hquOs
tax for the lst quarter of 1899 against
G. f. Boeckman, on the west Is feet,
of lot 5, block 2, Decorah, be abatec
and stricken from the list, said Boeck-
man not having sold any liquor during
the year 1899.
Balance of the day was spent in
auditing accounts against the county.
On motion adjourned to a. nm.
June Sth.
FOURTH DAY.
Ia. m. June S.-Board went to Free
port for the purpose Of visiting the
Is proposed to be vacated.
Board on returning took up the reg
ular order of business and listened to
the reading of the minutes Of yester-
days meeting which were approved.
Board then proceeded to their reg
ular settlement with the Clerk Of the
Courts and completed the same.
On motion adjourned to p. m.
Up. m.-Board met.
Moved by Haug and seconded by
Moore that the petition of the c. NJ h
st. p. II. r.. Co., for abatement Of eer-
tain taxes in CalmaI Corp. be rejected
by this Board for want ofjurisdictiOns
carried.
School fund loan No. S73 to A. M.
Pennington for $1,000, was presented
and on motion approved.
Moved and carried that the official
reports of w. o. Nordheim, County
Treasurer; A. L.. Haakenson, Clerk Of
the District Court, and F. A. Masters,
County Auditor be approved, the same
having been examined and found cor
rect.
TREAsURER's REPORT
TREAsuRER's OYyIcE, 90
Winneshiek County.
Decorah, Iowa, June 1. 1899.
| TO the Honorable Board Of Supervisors .
| Wiaaesheik County, Ioud;
GENrLKMEN-In accordance with section
l46l OF the Code OF Iowa, respectfully submis
the following report of receipts and disburse-
! Continued on second poge.)
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
A Iune Wedding.

At the home of the groom's mother,
this wednesday, evening, occurs the
marriage of Mr.. John w. Dahl to Miss
Lena johnson, Rev. J. o. Haugen
officiating. Mr.. Dahl has grown to
manhood in this city, and for the past
six years has been faithful en-
ploye In +. w. Hoyt's hardware store,
while the bride is young lady of re-
finement and rare attainments. A
large circle of friends join us in con-
gratulatiOns.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
RAILROAD TIME CARD.
Chicago, Milwaukee L St. Paul Railway
Decorah Branch.

Passenger depot corner Water and Day
streets. Telephone 56a.
Depart. Arrive.
Minneapolis, st. Paul.
Des Moines Mason Stl0:l5 a. m. f4:25 p. m.
City and west.
Cedar Rapids, Kansasl
City, Dubuque, and t2:25 p. M. tl2:45 p. m
- ssS;SS s:Ssssss u ssa'. M '
Daily. Except Sunday. ! Sunday only
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
Rescue Hose Company No. Disbanded

The city council, at their meeting
held last Wednesday evening, dis
banded Rescue Hose Company No. 1,
by resolution. This action was the re-
suit Of a bitter protest by this company
over the recent election of officers.
No. l claimed that the election was
illegal because the chief officers were
members Of the department and should
have been chosen from outsiders, 40
cording to rule. The council since,
however, passed an ordinance which
authorizes q choice of officers from the
ranks. We understand new company
10 being organized.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
PROF. E. WILLARD SPURR,
PRACTICAL PHRENOLOGIsT

And expert delineator Of Character nom per.
con or photo Accurate confidential advice
fuI health, marriage, business pursuits, ETC.
dloers received fpf al chronological publica-
tonA Call or address 2o9 West Water b., Do
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
0u&Gc Cetostoos
AKERs & GREEN, Proprietors.

Is published on Wednesday of each week at
DEBORAH, Winnesheik county, Iowa. Publica-
tion Office at 3l7 West Water Street.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
Baskets for Commencemep

i have baskets, as usual, which I
will I'LL for the friend or dear one who
is about to become graduate at home
or elsewhere.
Ill III. III. CApwELL, Florist.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
Subscription Price, sI.5o per year.

Offers Advertisersa good means of reaching
the people of Winneshek and Howard coun-
ties. Rates given on application.
Business Cards s5 per year.
Legal advertising at legal rates.
This paper will be sent to subscribers until
all arreages are paid and il Is ordered stopped.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
CONCEPTION ACADEMY
Graduating Exercises to be Held in the
School Building This Evening.

This (Wetne-da,l evening, the an
nual commencement of the Immacu-
late Conception Academy wi'l take
place A. the school building on John
street. Following is the program:
=" Misses Grace Dwyer. Nj. shaw.
On This Day of Joy From 'Sicilan Vespers"
Vocal Glass.
Misses Guyette, ii. Gallagher.
Minims,
Under the Lipdens s...................... Hitler
Misses M Kelley, A. Guyette
Miss Dolly's Washer-Maids ............-
Minims.
The Resne of the Lamb. ...s......,.,--
Jiniors.
Misses q Dwyer L. SchIntz.
Es ssay-' TIE Philosophers Scales" ....
Master William Mckay.
Misses l.. Powers, o. Dwyer
Master William o'Bnen.
Miss Elizabeth Powers.
Essay-"Star of Earth ..........-
Miss Clara Schmitz.
Gulliver and the Lillputians up to Date -
Pantomime-"Nearer My God to Thee" -
j Miss Lucy Powers
''""p' Master last william Mckay. N'N'
Essay-"Voiceless Waters" ".............-
Miss Elizabeth Powers
Meeting of the MUSES.. Observation-Disclosures
Seniors.
On Blooming Meadows .......... Rive-king
Misses z. Powers, G. SchmitZ.
Miss Grace Dwyer.
Gold Medal for Completing Music Course
conferred on Master William Mckay.
Graduating HoDors conferred on
Misses Clara SchmitZ, Elizabeth Powers,
Master William Mckay.
Vingnettes. ..................-
Graduates.
God Grant We Meet Again ........ Shonacker
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
vALDER COMMENCEMENT.
AT the Grand Opera House, Friday,
June 23d.

Program of the graduating exercises
of Valdez Normal School, to be held in
the Grand opera house, Friday even
ing, June 23d, beginning at 8 O'Clock.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14
JOB PRINTERS.

Operating power plant having all the latest
work promptly, at moderate rates. We print
everything In the job line. Come and see us
when you need Job work. PUBLIC OPINION
ONCE BIZ w. Water Street, Decorah, Iowa.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14

RECEIVES DEPOSITS and will pay
interest thereon at rate consistent
with safe banking.
LOAN MONEY on approved secuIeties.
ISSUE DRAFTS payable on the prin-
cipal cities ofthe world for any amount.
SPECIAL ADVANTAGES for selling
drafts on Scandinavia, Germany,
Great Britain and Ireland.
Don't Fail to Call and See Us.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1899-06-14

OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS:
L. B. WHITNEY, Pres.
&C. JOHNSON, Vice Pres.
n. C. HJERLEID, Cashier.
+. III. BAKER. g. F. GUNDERsON.
O. L. WENNEs. f. r. THOMPSON.
]. ]. HAUG.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.

This remedy is intended especially for
coughs, colds, Group. whooping cough
and influenza, 1t has become famous for
it's cures OF these diseases. over a large
part of the civilized world. The most
fattering testimonials have been received
giving accounts OF it's good works: OF the
aggravating and presisting coughs it
has cured, OF severe colds thathave yield
ed promptly to its soothing effects, and
OF the dangerous attacks OF Group it has
cured, often saving the life of a child
The extensive use OF it for whooping
cough has robbed that disease OF all
dangerous consequences. Sold by all
Of the Langdon druggists.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23
PITHY PENClLINGS.
Picked, Pointed and Preserved for
Reading by Our Regular
Correspondents.
DANIELS.

Hauling wood is the big industry OF
our farmers at present and in consequence
the roads are being badly cut up.
The sick continue to improve and the
doctor now reports that Mrs. McCollum' s
recovery is assured. This news will be
gratifying to the lady's many friends.
The literary and debating society here
ha. proven itself to be such success and
pleasure to the community that it has
been decided to keep it's meeting going for
another month yet.
1T. Spence has been holding down his
claim all winter where he has been MAX
ing a number OF improvements both in
side and out-just as if he were trying to
draw the attraction OF some OF the other
sex.
VIM. Moore is making very necessary
improvements on his homestead in the
way of a well. Don't know wheather he
expects to strike oil or water. Either
would doubtless prove acceptable, We
wish him success anyhow.
J. W. Davis has gone to Walhalla, the
place OF this first residence on coming to
the state. He has farm lands down there
and his present trip was for the purpose
OF disposing OF his last falls wheat crop,
| which is reported to have been good.
Another noticeable feature is the efforts
OF one Of our amiable young bachelors to
get into line. He has all the arrange
| mentR perfected for the erection OF fine
frame house this spring and some of the
migratory birds that visit or neigh.
| borhood in the summer are likely to be
persu AIDED to take up winter quarters
here.
The genial fish peddler, who passed
through this settlement the other day
will not find such big rush OF business
should he make another trip this way
He seemed to have poor idea OF thu
golden rule and charged some suckers 4
cents pound for his fish while Others
found themselves able to buy all they
| wanted at half the price.
Last week debate brought out good
logical talk on both sides the subject was
SIS city life preferable to living in TIN
country?" The city folks got decidedly
the worst OF it. Duncan Crerar, who ha
lately returned from his visit east wal
chairman and filled the position to it,
utmost capacity. Our literary society il
getting better everytime it meets ant
the folks get there with both feet.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

One Minute Cough Cure, cures.
That u wlsat g YVES asele Ssf.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23
HANNAH.

There was hot time in Hannah on
St. Patrick's Day. There's nothing too
good for the Irish.
Carl Herricks makes-up a good colored
ladv, but the next time he must shave off
that mammoth moustache.
The " Gather is very warm and sultry
ON account OF the Japan current from
the vicinity OF Snow Flake, Man.
Harry Stoltz was a warm number at
the masquerade carnival in the character
OF the Representative OF the, Colored
Race" Harry was all ''root."
Ed. Reilly, the pillgrinder at Pharmacy
Hall, went down the lire Saturday to
rusticate on his Osnabrock homestead
and scare the ducks away.
Law l. Son have taken up their quar-
tiers in town and are giving the meat
market their personal attention, which
is a guarantee OF their future success
There never was a man on earth that
was able to stand the pressure OF being
called Grandpapa John as nicely as does
John Hannah. John you'er a whale.
There ia strong talk OF having brick
school house built. 1t ought to be con
structed Of that material as the cost is
but little more than that OF frame
J building. There is vast difference be
tween lumber and brick in favor ofbrick
The population OF Hannah has ncreas
ed some since the publication of the un
official (?) census in last weeks DEMOCRAT
The first was an arrival at the home q
| Fred King and wife, bright handsom.
baby OF JOY pounds, avoirdupols. Mo
Their and child are doing we'll and as E
natural sequence the boys all smoked
| Fred's health and extended best wishes
for the future of the youngster. TIL,
next to come was at the home OF MIR
and Mrs. Joseph Catherwood. No
der that Joe came down to the store OF
Monday morning with smile so long
broad and bland that he said he wanted
a box OF the best cigars on earth as
12h pound girl arrived at his place III
night before. Joe and his wife, togethe
with their little daughter have the hes
wishes OF all the people in Hannah.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

Does This STRIKE YoU?-Muddy COM
plextion, nauseatipg breath comes from
chronic constipation. Karl's Glover
Root Tea is an absolute cure and has
been sold for fifty years on an absolute
guam1ftee. Price IS cts. and 80 Cts, sold
by n. D. ALERT & Co.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

A trottiHg race between George s. and
the Winnipeg trotter, Wellahead for
$1,000 side has finally been arranged.
The race will undoubtedly take place on
the Minneapolis track, the date not hav.
ing been agreed upon. The owners Of
George s. were in favor of a much larger
stake but the Winnipeg people did not
care to risk any more money on their
horse. -Neche Chronotype.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

Do You KNow:-Consumption is pre-
ventable? Science has proven that, and
also that neglect is suicidal. The worst
cold or cough can be cured with Shi]oh'e
Cough and Consumption Cure. Sold on
positive guarantee for over fifty years.
Sold by H. D. ALERT & Co.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

How Is Your WIFE?-Has she lost her
beauty? Ifso, constipation, indigestion,
sick headache are the principal causes.
Karls Glover Root Tea has cured these
ills for half a century. Price IS cts. and
SO cts, Money refunded it results are
not satisfactory. Sold by Il. D. ALERT
& Co. .....
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

1t will be to your interest to consult
ALERT & Winter when you contemplate
making farm loan or to renew your old
loan. They have plenty ofeastern money
en- hand at all times. MOI delay in get
ting your money at the lowest possible
rates of interest ALERT &..Winter.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

There is town in Cavalier county
named BAG! BAG is TO have new school
house, which is better than if it we're the
other way. 1t is also said man built a
boarding house there and was going to
name it after the town, but after think
ing that the name might not be inviting
to the public-changed lt.-Wells County
News.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23
Teachers Examination.

At the teachers examination of the
10th inst, there were 43 applicants.
Eight failed to pass and thirty-fve
obtained certificates as follows:
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23
LaGrippss Lssaoy.i

Worn out and exhausted in body and
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piting heart; no desire for fosd aud no
ability to digest it unable to rest or
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legacy. Long after thegripp germs have
been driven out the main in the blood,
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ening the nerves and lowering the Wit
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Miles Nervine will dot. 1t gives the
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1.-TWO years ago, after severe attack
OF the gripp, l was overcome with ner-
vous prostration, heart trouble and ner-
vous dyspepsia. was 80 low that ]
could not bear to be spoken to, and dur
ing the nervous spasms which frequent
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my organs. Every remedy known to my
physicians was tried without success
and then my wife bought me bottle of
DR.. Miles Nervine After using one
bottle could speak a few words. At
the end of three month l could talk quite
naturally and now l am completely
cured Of the trouble"
GEO. A. ANDREWS,
Great Darlington, Mass.
A trial package OF DR.. Miles favorite
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Miles, Nervlne, DR.. Miles Anti-Pain Pills
and DR.. Miles Nerve and Liver Pills will
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Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

If you have cough, throat irritation,
weak lungs. pain in the chest: difficult
breathing Group or hoarsness, let suggest
One Minute Cough Cure. Always reliable
and safe. For Sale by H. D. ALERT & Co.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

F. K. Bellefuer will look after the
interests of the Holbrook store at this
place for the present. Frank is good
man for the place and is sure to give
satisfaction. -Walhalla Mountaineer.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1899-03-23

TO test is to appreciate the high quality
Of "Our Voucher -four.
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1899-12-16
:: :: The Start for the Last Lap of the Century.

New Years day in Washington. 1t is the
grand ralIying day of the neighboriy
proclivities of the people of the entire dis
trict. Many men make their first and last
visit Of the year on this day, and only see
certain of their friends on this one day
of the year. As they grow older these fes-
tival days seem to come closer and closer to-
gether. Lists are published in the news
papers Of the houses where receptions will
be held, with the names of the ladies who
will assist in receiving. The assisting lady
often attracts more callers than the hostess
and newly arrived families are ON the look
out for popular women for their New
Years day receptions. There is no need
to interrupt the grand round of calls for
luncheon or dinner: the carriage is hired
for the day, and, dressed in his very best,
the caller must see all the old friends and
make as many new ones as time will per-
nit. Everywhere open house is kept in the
lavish southern fashion. Tables are loaded
with viands hot and cold. supplemented
with real southern egg-nogg, or a bowl filed
from the housekeeper's winter supply of
Fish house punch, mixed from a we'll
guarded formula that is an heirloom in
Philadelphia families. The whirl of revelry
is intense, but this gala day comes for
Westinghouse but once year, and it
is celebrated with true southern warmth
and enthusiasm"
Frostburg mining journal. [volume] (Frostburg, Md.) 1871-1913, 1899-12-16

a poor wretch of woman, weeping over
the body of murderer; he never beat me
where the marks would show.
Then, it seems to me, man might re-
solve not to unload all his troubles on the
family hearth. Of course, | know every
day man has to go through with enough to
try the patience of saint, but because
cotton has gone down instead of up or things
haven't run smoothly at the office is no real
reason for slapping Sammy and kicking
the cat as soon as he gets within his own
door. \ man might occasionally remember
that a woman has troubles of her own and
needs to be cheered and frightened. We
are continually told that a woman should
always meet her husband with smile, but
no woman can smile long enough or bright
" enough to raise the temperature i'll
house where man is sitting around with
scowl on his face. 1t takes reciprocity,
and it's just as much mans business to
smile and help to make home happy as it is
a woman's.
There's always room for plenty of good
resolutions New Years day and other days.
He might resolve, if he really meant to turn
over new leaf and try to do his part
towards making home happy, TO make his
wife an allowance and pay it promptly, as a
debt of honor; to remember that servants
are mortal, and that you cant hire a three
dollal-a-week girl to cook ike 81 900 chef;