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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
= Official County Paper.


"Big Five" Educational Association.
The "Big five" Educational Associ-
alton, comprising the counties of ALA
makee, Winneshiek, Howard, Clayton
and Fayette, will hold its third annual
session at Calmar, May 18th and 10th.
This association is but three years old,
yet it is each year growing to be a
larger and more interesting body OF
educators. 1t started at first as u tri-
county association, but true to the
American policy of expansion it has
annexed two other counties. The. pro-
gram is a strong ne, and it will be sup
ported by the best educational talent OF
northeastern Iowa. We are especially
desirous of having our own county well
represented by rural teachers. 1t is
earnestly urged that all boards of di-
rectors permit teachers to close their
schools Friday, the 18th, and thus en-
courage strong attendance from the
county. The teachers individual pro-
fessional interest is gauged by the inter-
est she takes in these association meet
ings, and our county will be judged by
our combined interest manifested at
this meeting. Let every teacher in
the county who possibly can do so.
clsoe her school Thursday evening and
plan to be on band ai 80 p. m. Fri
day, the 18th inst. Besides the regu-
Lar. topics aud discussions there viii he
q lecture Friday evening by some
prominent educator whose name will
be announced later. We wish to call
the special attention of directors to this
meeting, and request that they urge
their teachers to attend Friday.
f. J. Hook,
Superintendent.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
A MAY Wedding.

At the residence of Mrs. r. G. Pike
on Main street yesterday morning,
occurred the marriage of Mr.. A. w.
Freeman to Miss Allie Bridge, both of
this city, Kev. Van Gleet officiating.
The wedding was attended by only
the immediate relatives and friends of
the contracting parties After the
cermony the newly married couple
took the train to Minneapolis, where
the honeymoon will be spent, after
which they will return to DEBORAH.
Both of these parties are well and
favorably known in Decorah, and they
have the esteem and respect of all
their acquaintances, who join with us
in wishing them the very best that
there is in life.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
Obituary..

Milton Leander Webster was born in
Wellington, Ohio, Jan. q, 1929, where
he spent his boyhood days. In 1859 he
moved te Shelbyville, Ill. In 1861 he
enlisted in the l4th, Ill. Infantry. and
was elected Second Lieutenant of Co.
b. Later he was commissioned as re-
cruiting officer and returned to Shelby
vile, where he enlisted Co. HI, 7th
Ill. Cavalry and was elected Captain
of the company, in which capacity he
served until the expiration of his term.
When the Grand Army Of the Re
public was organized he was one of the
first to be enrolled under its banner,
and ever afterwards was an enthusias-
tic member. In his lifetime he often
expressed the desire that at his death
the G. A. r. should have charge of his
remains, which request was carried out.
He came to Castalia in 1875, where he
married Miss Emily Windell in 1882.
AS result of this union four children
were born, one girl and three boys, all
of whom, together with his wife, sur
vive him.
The funeral services were held from
the NJ. E. church in Castalia ON Sun
day afternoon at two o'clock, Rev. c.
A. Parkin officiating, lie burial ser
vices being in charge of Col. Hughes
Post, No. 16S, q. A. r.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
FOR MEMORIAL DAY.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMMITTEES.
The Memorial Day Observance as will
be Conducted by Col. Hughes
Post, No. 1863, G. A. K.

Arrangements are being made by
Col. Hughes Post, G. A. r., the
Women's Relief Corps and Sons of
Veterans, for the proper observance
the Memorial Day in Decorah, Wed
nesday, May 30th, also for the Union
Memorial Sabbath service, Sunday,
May 9th, at the Grand.
Secretary of State G. l.. Dobson, of
Des Moines will deliver the Memorial
Day address, and Rev. Chas. A. Parkin,
of Calmar, the memorial sermon.
The following committees have been
named to make the necessary arrange
ments:
Invitations-H. L. Coffeen and S.
Oxley
Program-L. L. Caldwell, Josie
Stortz, and H. l.. Coffeen.
Securing opera house-E. I. Weiser.
Securing lumber, building platform
and seats Lewis Holcomb.
Marking graves and securing flags
c. L. Holcomb.
Finance-Ben Bear.
Procuring evergreens-M. Lange, l..
b. Richmond, John Stortz, VIM. Nc
Lain and G. w. Kirkland.
Music-Mrs. T. F. Auchmoody a I'd
s. V. Potter.
Carriages-E. 7. Weiser.
Decorating soldiers monument-L.
B. Whitney, L. L. Caldwell, Mds. l..
l.. Couse, L.. B. Whitney and Miss
Josie Stoltz.
Decorating opera house-The execu-
tive and conference committees Of the
w. r. C.
Wreaths and Flowers-The ladies of
the w. r. G.
It is hoped that the observance of
the day may be made one befitting the
occasion. Mr.. Dobson is speaker of
wide reputation and will deliver an
eloquent address. Every old soldier
and his entire family in the county,
and as many others as have an in--
terest in the observance of fthisnationai
holiday, are cordially invited to join
in these services.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
A Fortunate Accident.

Last 7 thursday noon g. w. Burdick
was coming from West Decorah on his
wheel, and when turning the Baptist
church corner ran into team which
was being driven in the opposite direc-
tion by Joel Dayton. Both were going
at good speed, and Mr.. Burdick was
thrown to the ground, the team and
wagon passing over him. He was con-
siderably bruised about the limbs, but
fortunately no bones were broken, and
he is getting along nicely. 1t was in
deed very fortunate accident, for had
the wheels passed over his chest OF
abdomen, it doubtless would have re-
suited much mole seriously.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
Barn Burns During the Storm.

The heavy storm early Monday
morning created considerable damage
in several parts of the city, more par
ticularly from lightning than ra n.
lightning struck H. F. Bloomfield's
barn south of the fair grounds, and the
fire department was called out, but
they were unable to save it, and it was
destroyed.
f. +. Fuller's house was also struck,
bolt of lightning coming into the
house and following the moulding
about the room. 1t did no damage be-
yond charring its pathway.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
FATALITY NEAR BURR OAK.
Son of John Knox Kicked by a Horse
and Instantly Killed.

We are called upon to record another
fatality, and one which elicits the SYM
pathies of all for the grief stricken
parents. The seven year ole son of
John Knox, of Burr Oak township,
was kicked by horse on Sunday and
died moment later. Mr.. Knox had
gone to church, and the boy led the
horse out of the barn, presumably to
water it. Shortly after returning with
it, one of the children ran into the
house and told its mother that the boy
was dying. She rushed out and picked
up her son, but before she could carry
him to the house he died. 1t is sup
posed that the horse kicked him in the
abdomen, as there were no severe
bruises about his body.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
District Court ia Session.

On Monday afternoon the District
Court for Winneshiek county open
ed at the court house, Judge Fell
lows presiding. The docket contains
10 criminal cases, two of which are
preliminary to the grand jury. There
are lO2 old causes and SO new ones in
law and equity, and So in probate mat
ters-25 final reports and II wills for
probate. Only nine of the law and
equity cases are noted "for trial." and
they are as follows:
Carl Ellington VS. Soren Drum ct al.
w. HI. Dent, Receiver, VS. Geo.
Phelps.
Callastad VS.. Christensen, two cases.
Hill VS. Kane.
Tobiason VS. Bulls.
Shaw VS. Anundsen.
Steyer VS. Hitler & Croft, ct ak
Jorgenson VS.. Anundsen, ct al.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
Ready Printed. Signs.

For the convenience ofthose desiring
signs for their respective uses, we have
printed the following on heavy card
board, and will retail them at ten
cents each:
House to rent
Rooms for rent
Girl wanted
For sale or rent
Board by the week
Board by day or week
This place for sale
No smoking allowed
Don't spit on the floor
No minors allowed
Closed-legal holiday
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
Another Chance.

On the first and third Tuesday of
May and June, homeseekers tickets will
be on sale at rate of SINGLE FARE
plus 81 for the round trip to the various
parts of the country.
For rates, limits, territory, etc, call
on nearest agent or address
JNO. g. FARMER, A. G. p. IL. T. A,
b., e. r.. Il N. Ry.,
Cedar Rapids, Ia.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

Joel Dayton has laid out into lots
and streets the west side of his ten acre
lot where he lives. The lots are across
the street from Lawyer Boice's resi-
dence and one block south of the college
grounds. The streets running east and
west are 75 feet wide. Streets running
north and south are 60 feet wide. Those
who buy and build on the lots can get
them much cheaper than those who do
not.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
Low Passenger Rate 10 St. Louis
and Return.

In connection with General Assembly
of the Presbyterian Church there will
be very low rates in effect to st. Louis
via the b., G. II. q N, Tickets on sale
May 10, l6, IL, 22nd, good to return
until June 3rd. J. w. Lawhead.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
B., c. r. & N.

Next Tuesday, May 18th, will be
homeseeker's excursion day via the b.
c. r.. Il N. On this date very low
rates will be in effect via this line to
southern and western territory. Good
connections.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

KANSAS farmers have paid $3.50, 900,
900 of Indebtedness the past year.
They are not ANXIOUS for return of
free trade.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
FRANK LOW.

sl,eet 'etal work half done is dear at any
mice. Value returned Is the only honest deal.
Nothing but the VERY bEs1 VIII give last
nu nber OF pieces or weight OF material made
to Crder
Phone 1871. WIN N. n. unorr'
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

The dates for the state fair this year
are August "a to September lst, inclu-
sive.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

SCHOOL board vacancies must in the
future be filed by election, not by APP
pointment.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
THE CENSUS ENUMERATORS.
Those Who Will Work for Uncle. Sam
Next Month.

Superintendent Geo. H. Mafkley, of
Lansing, sends US the official list of the
census enumerators who have been
chosen for WiInesheik county. The
list is as follows:
District No. Enumerator
1913 Bloomfield township.,.....AlonzoH Harvey
l2 Button and Fremont twps- Arthur Belts
l25 Burr Oak q Fremont twp~-H. w. Masters
l26 Calmar twp, including
Calmar rtOwn.........-... Ole Myers
III Canoe twp........ W. =. McLaih
l2S recorah township, exclusive OF
DEBORAH City but including
West Decorah town.........J. w. Brorby
l29 Wards and of Decorah City
Theo; {. Thompson
100 Wards 8 and 4 Of Decorah City
1871 Frankville township......-Wm. Linnevold
l32 Glenwood township. ..............C Jacobson
1873 Hesper township p.................E. NJ. tarter
1874 Highland tOwnship............O .. M. Peterson
1876 Jack son township, including Jack
son Junction town. ...... Miles McGovern
1876 Lincoln township including
Ridgeway town........................ -
1877 Madison township ........Olaf Qualey
l3s Military township, including
Ossan town. n..............O.S thompson
i39 Pleasant township. ..-.........A. G. Christian
40 Springfield township. II. Numedshl
l4l sumner township ................F. V. kinkor
l42 Washington township.....Geo. ]. Brother
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

Those who have seen ''the five fly
ing Bicketts" pronounce them the
greatest aerialists in America
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
PROB. y. WILLARD SPURR,
PRACTICAL PHaENoLoaIST

And expert delineator OF Character non per.
sou or photo. Accurate confidential advice
oY heslth marriage, busineas pursuita, etc.
0rders received for all phrcnoaoGtcal publtca-
fiona CAn or address 10 West Water b Do
eorAh, In. Omoe hours nom -. n. 70 10 , -.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

We have engaged The greatest Fair
attraction money could procure. Win
nesheik Co. Fair, 1900.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
THEY SELECT DELEGATES.
REPUBLICANS MEET IN CONVENTION
The Republican Comfy Convention
Held 90 Saturday Afternoon.
Brief Account Of Its
Proceedings.

For convention with as little in
terest manifest and the small amount
of business to be done, the attendance
on Saturday afternoon was large, there
being upwards of seventy-five delegates
present.
The convention was called to order
promptly by Chairman j. j. Marsh, OF
the county central committee, who
read the call. Hon. Nels Larsen, of
Highland, was chosen temporary chair
man and G. v. Summers, of Fort At
kinson, temporary secretary. A COM
mittee on credentials, consisting Of A.
T. Holton, of Glenwood, A. X. Bailey,
of Decorah, and Geo. M. Anderson, of
Frankville, were appointed and their
report showed accredited delegations
present from Frankville, Calmar,
Glenwood, Lincoln, Hesper, Highland,
Orleans, Decorah township, aud De-
c,rah 4th ward. Delegations from
Bluffton, Burr Oak and Decorah 1st
and I'd wards were afterward admitted.
On motion the temporary organiza-
ton was made permanent. A motion
authorizing the selection of one from
each supervisors district, to act as u
committee to nominate delegates to
the state convention, was carried, and
the following were selected as such
committee:
First District, G. M. Anderson.
Second District, E. c. Walker.
Third Dist. let, w. HI. Klemme.
Fourth District, B. M. Lien.
Fifth District, l.. B. Whitney.
This committee was authorized to
nominate one set of delegates to repre-
sent this county at both the state and
congressional conventions to be held at
Des Moines, May 10th, and they re-
ported the following names:
]. s. Roome. H. ]. Green.
c. v. Summers. A. j. Cratsenberg.
4 f. " HlasssTsa; aaalsiop E =. q %SisnsS S9dSsra.
w. III. klemme. l.. l.. Couse.
r. G. Bailey. John Young.
NJ. A. Harmon. b. M. Lien.
On motion the delegates present at
the state and congressional conventions
were empowered to cast the full vote
of the county.
The business being completed, the
convention adjourned.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
0MAc cfiosiom
g pablAaAed on "wednesday Of each week at
D0oozAh, Winneeheik county. lows. Pubiica'
IN ezdce 1t 3u West Water 6treet.
Subscription Price, $3.50 per year.

OIers Advertisers good means Of reaching
ne people OF Winnesheik and Howard coun-
0eA Rates given On application.
Dunlness Cards IS per year.
Legal advertising at legal rates
This paper win be sent to subscribers until
al arreages are paid and IL is ordered stopped.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
The Formers b0nk Of CTQTy,
Crary, N. D.
Incorporated under the laws Of N.
Dakota, June 76, 1893.
T. 4. LUR0S, President,
GILBERT e. SOLAND, Vice Pres.
EDGAR ANDERSON, Cashier.


Real Estate and Collections. Investments
made for the moderate capitalist on first
mortgage loans at fair rates of interest. On
time deposits we pay interest. We cover
Ramsey, Benson and Eddy counties. Cor
respondence solicited.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
AKERS 4 GREEN,
jon PRINTERS.

Operating Q power plant having all the latest
work promptly, at moderate rates We print
evoryfhing In the job line. Come and zee MS
vhen you need Job work. PUBLIC OPINION
Sflcs tl. ". Water Street. DecorAh, Iowa.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09
RAILROAD TINE CARD.
Aieass, Nilwaskee . St. Paul Railway
Decsrah Branch.

Passenger depot corner Water and Day
streets. Telephone 56a.
Depart Arrive
hnpMsoHolis nm MaSsi St Ma. PAUL .,o,s a M +..as =. m
Oty and west.
~ 1,ssss SsSasus' s's ana ao p. no. 1lass p. M.
5: S::sssss;; S;s;; ss sss'. a''Sss.;s n m.
daily. Except Sunday. tsunday only
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1900-05-09

Passenger train No. 5oe makes close con-
action 81 Cedar Rapids with through trains
70 Chicago, st. Louis, Kansas City, Omaha, 81
hAnl, and all points beyond.
Freight trains will carry passengers when
provided with tickets only.
J.W. LAWHEAD, Agent
mo. @. FARMER. Gen. Ticket Pass Ag't
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22
ITS
 ALL OVER

Town that the QUEEN OF THE CARNIVAL got her slippers at Will son & woolridge. If the QUEEN uses as good judgment in all matters in her reign as she did in the selec- ton of her slippers, her subjects will have no cause for complaint, and if w. & w. shoes are fit for the Queen, they ought to please you. We have q large stock of White Kid Sandals, Ladies Party Sandals, Patent Leath- CT Shoes galore, and a fine stock of Mems Patent Leather Shoes and DANCING PUMPS. We have some thing YOU want; come in and get it.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

\ ALLEY IMPROVEMENT. Teams were at work yesterday graveling the alley between the Nicholson block and the M. & P. railroad office. It will look better than most of the city streets when the work is finished.
 A GROWING FAMILY. George kahrs made no attempt yesterday to conceal from his friends his happiness over tine arrival at his home on North Fourth street in time for breakfast, of a middle-weight male heir. He went into training t nine pounds, but will be heavyweight before his dad knows it-or about the time he calls for his first floor exercise.
 DEATH OF GEORGE F. NEELY.- MT. George E. Nicely died yesterday morning about o'clock at his home on Tenth avenue. He was a well known Chicago business man, g years Cf age, and came here several months ego with his wife and child, hoping to find relief from lung trouble. Mrs. Neely will accompany the remains home, leaving this evening.
 FOR A MONTHS VISIT. MT. and Mrs. A. R. Kilgore of Flagstaff arrived here yesterday morning and will make Phoenix their home for the next month. Their son, who is attending the university, will arrive this morn ing to spend the holidays with them. Mr. Kilgore is grand master of the l. O. O.. F. of Arizona anI will spend some time visiting the lodges in the southern part of the territory.
 ryIIEr NI7yU T ATrNTDDv rrbo ,,on. laundry, corner of Adams and Third streets, is rapidly assuming propor- tions. It is a good brick structure and extends from Adams street clear back to the Valley creamery. To make room for it another old landmark was wiped out, namely, the old adobe house that stood on that corner for a quarter of a century and in which half the old timers in the valley have lived at one time or another.
 A PETITION IN BANKRUPTCY. - Herbert G. Feelings, engaged in the merchant tailoring business on North First avenue, yesterday filed a peti- tion in bankruptcy in United States court. The schedules show that the assets of the petitioner. exclusive of his exemptions. amount to S5S5, consisting mostly of merchandise. The debts amount to $770. The bankruptcy was not forced. Mir. Feelings found h;s business unproftable and finding an other opening, decided upon this way as the shortest cut to a new start.
 IN HARD LUCK. T always dread to See Christmas come,- said a well dressed. good natured family man last night, flor l never get anything to cat that day" Pressed for an explanation he said: The first Christmas I ever spent in Arizona, and that was q long time ago, I bought turkey the day
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

If you are looking for something nice for holiday presents come in and look over our stock of watches, chains, bracelets. brooches, etc. Our line of silver and real ebony novelties is com plete. We are selling at lower pr'i O than ever known before. No trouble to show goods. Every article engraved free of charge. c. R. French 6 Co.,, 1915 East Washington street.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

before and had it dressed. Christmas morning a man I happened to know gave me a dressed turkey. We had to eat them both to save them and it most killed the whole family. Since then I have been afraid to buy a tur- key for fear some one, would give, me one. and no one ain't never give me nuthin since.''
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

Mrs. Zeilley is at Scoield's store, East Washington street, with a choice line of art needlework and linens. Les sons given; stamping d speciality.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

Maximum temperature, 6S; minimum temperature, A. Average relative humidity, 49 per cent. Total precipitation, 0. Character of day-Clear.
 L. M. DEY, J -., Observer.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22
Carved leather goods at The Hub.

Mrs Lobdell will close out a fine line of tailor suits, silk and wool waists at less than cost, Friday and Saturday. She carries nothing FACTORY made. Now is the time to get decided bar gains. She will be at Hotel Atwood at Tempe Wednesday and Thursda,-. :. The store in Phoenix will be open al, week with a competent person ir charge.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

The Hub clothing house has the finest lines of neckwear and gloves ever shown the holiday trade.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

Christmas sale and exhibition of oil and water color paintings, Christmas novelties, calendars, phctO frames, etc, at Miss Trowbridge's studio, Fleming Block.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

Pure white crusllec. gra1iIte for walks and grounds is supplied by F. R. Maple,
 300 Thirteenth street, Brills addition.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

A twenty-cent business mems lunch served at the Ford hotel bar daily from 11:30 to p. m.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22
Extra Fine.

The most handsome Carnival and Christmas souvenirs we have seen in Phoenix are shown at THOMAS DRUG STORE. They consist of HAND-PAINTED Opal and China ware. In the hundreds of pieces there are no two alike. They have to be seen to be appreciated. The price ranges from soc to $5, to suit every body. Go and pick out piece and have us put it away for Christmas, or keep it as souvenir of the Carnival.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22
GREAT REMOVAL SALE.

The Chicago Store will sell all their underwear at less than cost, as we have a large stock in broken sizes. Our tailor made suits reduced 25 per cent, as we expect to move into our new store with a nice line of spring goods. Ladies' take ad- vantage of this sale.
 Rufus Waterhouse neckwear in great variety at The Hub.
 A twenty-cent business mems lunch served at the Ford hotel bar daily from 11:30 to ? D. m.
 We have secured direct from Japan. a select line of Japanese Art Ware in beautiful designs, consisting of vases, jars, puff boxes, candlesticlls, etc. Come in and make a selection while the stock is complete. c. l.. French & Co.,, 1915 East Washington street.
 Perrin's and Dents gloves. The Hub. SANTA EYE HOLIDAY EXCURSIONS
 On December 23, 24 25, 29, 90 and 31 we will sell round trip tickets at half fare, final limit January ?, 1901. Go visit your friends. Such an induce ment comes but once year.
 E. w. GILLETT, General Agent.
Arizona republican., 1900-12-22

Rufus Waterhouse neckwear in grea variety at The Hub.