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Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
state Redmen.

The third annual session Of the Great
Council OF tine Improved order Of Red
men, which was in session in Brookings
Tuesday and Wednesday came to a
close at a late honr Wednesday evening
with the institution Of a Loft of Hay
makers. Qnite a number Of dele res
and lnymen were present from the
various lodges throughout South
Dakota. The officers of the Great
Council are: II. Il. Walker, Brookings,
sachem; f. l.. Knapp, Sisseton, great
Senior sagomore; Il. w. Collidge, Red
field, great chief, of records; 4. j. Dyke
Webster, great keeper of wampum; +.
Q. Walgren, Yankton, great phrophet;
N. T.. Thackerberry, DeSmet, great
sannap; O. Il. Froeberg, Aberdeen,
great mishinewa III. @. Fuller, Tyndall
guard of the wigwam; III. Rotssier,
Sioux Falls, guard of the forest. The
special prizes offered were awarded as
follows: Black Hawk Tribe No. IL,
Mitchell, $40, for exemplification of the
work. Red Cloud No. s, Sioux Falls,
captured the second prize of $40, also
the $40 offered fol the largest delega-
ton in the parade. Tallest Redman
present was A. G. King, Mitchell, who
received the birch cane.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28

sidents, A. J, Dix, Mitchell; G. Il.
Jones, Hot Springs John Wheeler,
B%rookings. On the third day of the
tournament Dow and Phillips, Of Sioux
Falls, defeated Mathews and Wheeler,
of Brookings, in three straight sets,
winning the championship in the
doubles Last years champions didnot
appear to defend the title, so Phillips
and Dow were declared the champions
Of South Dakota.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
Struck by Train.

StrlCk Dy TrhIhs
While driving across the tracks with
a team and a loaded wagon near Salem
Friday afternoon, f. NJ Campbell was
struck by the northbound freight and
quite seriously injured, two of his ribs
being broken besides minor injuries.
Mr. Campbell is about ~ years old aud
it is presumed hat lac did not hear the
train approaching.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
Can't compete with Locals.

Congressman Martin recently took mp
the subject of military bands with the
secretary of war with the result that
hereafter military bands will not be
permitted in any part of the United
States to take part in celebrations or
entertainments when the price is cut
down less than that of the local bands.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
SOUTH DAKOTA.
Miss Herreid Christens
Big Battleslip at
San Francisco.

Toward the close Of Thursday, at
twenty minutes past 7oelock, to be exact,
in the shipyard Of the Union lion
Works of San Francisco, Miss Grace
Mae Herreid, daughter OF Governor
Herreid, broke the traditional bottlc Of
champagne and pronounced the words
which gave the name of her naive
state to one of Uncle Sans biggest
fighting machines-the armored cruiser
South Dakota. Surrounding her ON the
launching platform were many distin
guished men aud women from her own
state, officers Of the navy in high rank,
and officers of the shipbuilders plant
The cruiser South Dakota is ono Of
six of her class Her construction was
authorized by congress on March ,, 1899
Her sister ships are the Pennsylvtaia
Maryland, Colorado, West Virginia and
California They are designed to have
a full load displacement of 10 1873 tons,
which is heavier than some o. the
modern battleships.
In fact the South Dakota is & fast
ba~ttleship. The contract with the
builders reqnires that she shall make
twenty two knots an hour on her trial
trip, which is nearly as much as an
Atlantic liner will average.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
ChiId Killed.

ida, 6-year-old daughter of Henry
Duvall, living eight miles north of
Pukawaua fell out Of the buggy Thurs
day night when I'll family were going
home from town and broke her neck.
a physician was called Immediately
but the little was past all earthly
help. She stood MP in the buggy as
they We're going over a rough place of
road and the motion Of the buggy threw
her ont.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
The Armament.

The armament will consist of four
S-inch guns, mounted III pairs, in two
electrical controlled elliptical bal
anced turrets, one forward and one aft,
which have an arc of train at least 270
degrees. On the main deck at the cor
ners of the super structure there will be
four 5-inch guns with an arc train of at
least l45 degrees. On the gun deck the
main broadside battery OF ten 6-inch
guns, five on each side, viii be located,
having not less than 10 degrees arc of
fire.
On the main deck, forward and aft,
and also within the superstructure, will
be located the Since guns of the second
airy battery, eighteen in all The second
airy battery will consist Of twelve B.
FOUNDER, eight l. FOUNDER, two 3-inch
rapid-fire field guns, two machine guns
and six automatic guns OF small caliber
mounted in commanding positions and
on the military tops.
Ihe 10 DC carried lof the
above batteries will consist of 500rounds
of S-inch, $500 rounds Of 6-inch, $500
rounds of 3-incf, and ample allowance
for the remairder of the guns.
In the strongroom Of the navyyard at
Brooklyn, II. y, a set of silverware is
being kept for presentation to the South
Dakota when she goes into commission.
1t was purchased with an appropriation
of S., 900 made by the South Dakota
legislature at its last session.
The cost of the svessel-hull and
machinery only-was ~, 100000. The
South Dakota win be ready for her
trial trip some time in January.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
McGee Nominated.

The democrats OF tine seventh judicial
circuit have nominated Judge Levi
MCGEE to succeed himself as judge of
this circuit. S, i. Wilson, Of Hot
Springs, is the republican opponent.
The district is republican by a safe
majority and this being a presidential
year it is thought Wilson will be elected
though party lines have not been
strictly drawn in judicial campaigns.
Reporter and farmer. [volume] (Webster, Day County, Dakota [S.D.]) 188?-1946, 1904-07-28
Cattle Fat ON Ranges.

Stockmen say that cattle are fat
enough for beef. and that they had
expected L begin shipping a few to
market within a week or ten days, but
as long Gs the packing house strike lasts
they will make no move in that direc-
ton. They consider the chances more
favorable for putting in their cattle at a
loss thau a profit, aud Will make no
moves until there is some settlement Of
the strike.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Abbey's Park to be Improved.

1t will be remembered that a year
ago M. A. L. Abbey agreed to lease
beautiful spot of ground which he
owns, to the citv for park purposes if
they would improve and provide for
maintaining it. The ground lies at
the bend of the river in West DEBORAH
inst opposite the old brewery, and is
a delightful spot, with good shade and
ease of access. For some time num-
Der of our citizens have been thinking
the matter over. and the past week
they have delegated Mr. E. J. Riley
to circulate a subscription paper to
raise money to improve the grounds.
and he has been meeting with a sue
cessful reception. Mr.. Abbey now
agrees to lease the grounds for term
Of years to the park association, and
if they demonstrate to him that they
will keep it in proper condition for
picnics and gatherings Of this kind.
he will give them deed to the
land. The purpose is to erect woven
wire fence about the grounds, sink a
we'll, grade and seed it. and build a
building in which to keep tables,
seats. etc. A barrel pontoon bridge
will also be constructed across the
river just above the dam for foot pas
sengers from the east side, and the
place made very inviting fer picnics
and the like. DEBORAH has long
needed just such a place, and this
seems to meet the necessities of the
case more nearly than any other. 1t
is hoped that liberal sum may be
raised, so that the grounds can be put
in the best of condition.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
The City Beautiful.

Work is now being pushed on the
improvement to Ravine street. The
cement men are laying the sidewalks,
and the street has been graded, SO that
the work of paving will 90 forward
rapidly. This is an improvement,
that will meet with the appreciation
of everyone who passes that way, a!
it will make a heretofore objection
able street one of the best in the city
Preparations are also under way fol
the improvement to Maple Avenue il
the fifth ward. according TO plans out
lined in these columns recently. This
will also make beautiful thorough
fare. With numerous blocks of Gem
ent walks in other parts of the city
the completed paving of Washington
street, the new court house. motel
etc., besides many minor improve
ments to streets, residence lawns, etc
DEBORAH is certainly winning the title
of "the city beautiful" Let the
good work go on.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Interesting Tennis Tournament.

The preliminary tennis tournament
to determine who should contest for
the cup trophy with Miss Ethel Lloyd,
the winner of the cup last year, was
held on the courts near the high school
grounds last Friday afternoon. and af-
ter some closely contested games Mrs.
E. j. Curtin won out, ana upon the
return of Miss Lloyd FROM Chicago in
a few days the finals will be played.
In the tournament on Friday Misses
Julia Breckenridge and Kate Portman
played two sets, Miss Breckenridge
winning by 6-3 and 81, and Mrs E.
J. Curtin and Miss Kate Baker con-
tested, Mrs. Curtin winning by 60
and 6-l. Then Mis-. Curtin and Miss
Breckenridge played three sets to de-
termine the winner of the tournament,
Mrs Curtin winning the first 6-3 and
the third 6-3. and Miss Breckenridge
the second 2-6. Mrs Curtin was there
upon declared the winner of the pre-
liminary tournament. The event was
witnessed by quite crowd. and the
outcome of the finals with Miss Lloyd
will be watched with interest.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Married this Morning.

At the home of the BRIDES. parents,
Mr.. and Mrs. W. J. Norton, at nine
O'Clock this Wednesday morning. oc.
ours the marriage of Mr.. Albert J.
Seavy, son of Mr.. and Mrs. W. H.
Seavy, of Kansas City, Kansas, TO
Miss Francis Norton. Rev. DR.. NJ.
Willett officiating. The bride was at.
tended by Miss Alma Cole Of Cresco
and the groom by DR.. Watros of Iowa
City. The groom is qaite we'll known
in the city, having visited relatives
here often. He has a good position
with the Merchants Bank of Kansas
City, and is a young man who has
many friends wherever he is known.
The bride is one of Decorah's charm
ing daughters, young lady of grace
and refinement, who will make for tine
husband Of her choice splendid help
mate. 1t is the sincere wish of all
that their future life may be one of
continued happiness. They will de-
part on the II AS o'clock train for
ST. Louis. for visit at the Worlds
Fair before going to their new home
at Kansas City.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
$50 TO California and Back.

If you intend to 60 to California
you may never have better oppor-
tunity than in August and September,
1904, when the rate from most points
in Iowa and Minnesota to San Fran
cisco or Los Angeles and return will
be only $50 via the c., NJ. & st. P. R.
To accommodate Knights Templar
of Iowa and Minnesota, their famil-
les and friends, a standard sleeping
car will leave Calmar at 10 80 D. IN.
Monday, Aug. 80 This car will be
attached to special train, through
to San Francisco via the c., M. e.
st. p. Ry., Omaha, Denver, Colorado
Springs and the Scenic Route
Double berth in sleeping car costs
SIT. 80, including stop-over at Colora-
do Springs and Salt Lake City.
For details of itinerary call on the
ticket agent or address +. A. Miller,
Gen'l Pass. Agent. Chicago, or John
Cook. Excursion Agent, West Union,
la. 25-6
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Woman Killed in Highland.

On last week Monday evening Mrs.
Lawrence Flax of White Rock. S. D.,
who with her children had been visit
ing her father, Nicho!ai Selnes of
Hesper. received injuries from which
she died soon afterward. Together
with the children she was being taken
by Otto Selnes 70 visit some relatives,
and when on steep hill the neckyoke
broke and the occupants of the rig
were thrown out. Mrs. Flax receiving
injuries from which she died in about
ar hour. Mr.. Sclnes and the children
escaped with only slight bruises 1t
was most unfortunate accident, and
the grietstriken husband and four
children have the SINGER, sympathy of
all in their sad bereavement. The
funeral services were held at Hesper
on Thursday.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Wrecking of the Winnesheik Hotel.

Everything is in readiness for the
tearing down of the old Winnesheik
hotel and the erection of the new
building. TIE contracts have all been
made, the material ordered, and Con-
tractor Zwack has given bond of
$4,000 to faithfully carry out the
contract. The old hotel was vacated
on Friday by Mr.. Dixson, who has
been selling out his furniture, and
Mr.. Zwack has sent word that he will
arrived today with gang of men to
commence the wrecking of the build
ing. We understand that he Intends
to tear down one side and commence
work on the excavation at once, so as
to rush things as rapidly as possible.
He says that he will put on large
force of men, and that the building
will be complete on schedule time if
it is possible to do so. One of the
most gratifying features of The project
is that it is almost wholly in the
hands of local men. The money was
subscribed by citizens of DEBORAH. the
general contract let to resident of
Winnesheik county, the brick work to
Schulze & Son, the mill work to the
Calmar Manufacturing Co., the cleo
trio work to the DEBORAH Electric
Light Co., the plumbing and heating
to Peter johnson & Son, and in fact
the entire job, so far as possible, will
be done by local people. 1t will be
strictly home enterprise in which
all our people are deeply interested.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Grove Meeting at Burr Oak.

There will be "Grove Meeting"
held at Burr Oak Sunday, July 3, for
the consideration of liberal religious
thought. The speakers will be Will
l. Erwood of Lacrosse. and Rett E.
Olmstead of DEBORAH. Everybody is
invited TO come and enjoy a service
in the grove. Bring your dinners and
come for an all-day service. as speak
ing will be at 10 80 a. IN. and at 2 80
p. m Mr.. Erwood will speak upon
The Religion OF Nature and Mr.
Olmstead will speak upon 'tThe Reli-
gious Outlook of the Day."
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
MRS. DRESSELHAUS.

One of the pioneer settlers of Canoe
township, Mrs. Didnike Dresselhaus,
passed to the great beyond last week.
Mrs. Didnike Gutenberg was born
June 8, 1S43, at Schmalenfleth, OldeI-
berg, Germany. She immigrated to
this country with her parents in 1858.
and settled in Monee. Hill county. Ill.
On Jan. 2, 1861 she was united in
marriage to Bernhard Dresselhaus, and
Immediately moved to Canoe where
she has since resided. Three children
were born to this union, and one child
has already preceded her. She early
Joined the NJ. f. church. and has al
ways been constant and attentive to
her religious duties. Mrs. Dresselhaus
has been q constant sufferer for Al
years, and an invalid for 35 years.
About FIVE months before her death
she was taken ill with lung trouble
which was the cause of her death.
She was buried at the Canoe German
M. E. church. June 10, 1904, Rev. j..
F. Haitke, of Giard. Iowa, officiating.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Accidentally Shot Himself.

Drs. P. NJ. Jewell and son Dana
were called to Jackson Junction Mon
day to attend the case of Mr.. Schulze,
the telegraph operator at that place,
who had shot bimself while cleaning
fife. He was cleaning the rife
Monday morning about 10 80 O'Clock
and supposing it was not loaded, wa:
holding it in front of him when the
cartridge was discharged. the charge
striking him just over the stomach.
1t caused IAN ugly wound and for q
time it was not thought that he could
live, but when the doctors left him he
was getting along nicely, with hopes
of recovery.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
The McGregor Heights Chautaugua.

The program for the McGregor
Heights Chautauqua will be issued in
a few days. The fact that such talent
as the Temple Quartette, P. T.
Sweeney, DR.. Hyatt, Chicago Lady
Entertainers, judge Wade. Adam
Bede, Brush. the Magician, Geo. L.
McNutt, Garrison, the juggler, and
other attractions too numerous to
mention will be presented is enough
to guarantee its character. The poll
tical discussion between Judge Wade
and Adam Bede of Minneapolis is one
of the greatest 4th Of July attractions
ever presented and we are sure people
will not be disappointed in spending
their vacation days at McGregor. The
river excursions, good fishing, beauti-
full scenery makes McGregor one Of
the most desirable summer resorts that
can be reached without much expense.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
NEW TRAIN FOR DEBORAH.
Milwaukee Officials Agree to Run Night
Train From Calmar to DEBORAH
% and Return.

The officials of the Milwaukee rail.
road have given their consent to run
night train from Calmar to De-
corah and return, In order TO bring
passengers to DEBORAH coming into
Calmar from the west and north. For
many years the people who wished
to come to DEBORAH at night could not
get here on this account, and the
matter was taken up short time ago
by some Of our people. and after mat
ure consideration, assurance was Civ.
en- that the new train would be put
on. The schedule as row arranged is
that the train will leave Calmar at
10 40. Immediately after the arrival of
the through trains from the west and
north, and leave DEBORAH for the re-
turn trip to Calmar at II :35. The
new train will commence service some
time this fall. as soon as proper ar
rangements can be made.
The citizens of DEBORAH and the
travelling public in general Will be
very grateful to the Milwaukee sys-
tenn for this recognition Of our needs.
While it will entail considerable ex.
pense and Encouragement to bring this
about, yet we feel that the increased
efficiency of the service will result in
added revenue to the company. and
the accommodation to the public will
be appreciated as no other action Of
the road in recent years has BEEN II
is but another spoke in the wheel Of
progress inaugurated by our beauti-
full city, bringing Us into closer
touch with the outside world. and
will be a convenience that will be
appreciated most highly.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
New Business Enterprise.

new business enterprise is to be
started in DEBORAH within a short
time. to be called the DEBORAH Excel
sior Company. The members of the
company are NJ. +. Thompson, and
his father. VIM. Thompson, of this
city, and f. E. Lindsay, of Waucoma.
This company has rented the Bernatz
building between the Lutheran Pub
fishing House and electric light plant,
where they have plenty of storage
room for wood. and NJ. E.. Thompson
departed on Saturday for Chicago, In
dianapolis and ST. Louis. where he
will purchase the machinery for the
plant. They will start with six ex-
celsior machines, press and other
modern equipment, and expect to be
able to open in July. They will con-
sumo upwards of 1000 cords OF soft
wood per year, and it is the hope of
all that the new enterprise will be a
success from the start, and there is
little doubt that it will be, for il is
in the hands OF good business men.
and there is plenty of soft wood in
this section to keep them busy.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Al Hymen's Altar.

Last Wednesday Prof. H. H.
Dalaker of Military township and
Miss Matte Aker were united in the
holy bonds of matrimouy at the resi-
dence Of the brides parents. Mr.. and
Mrs. Samson Aker in Pleasant town.
ship. Prof. Alois Kovarik of Spill
Vile acted as best man and Miss
Belle @. Akre as maid of honor, with
Misses Sarah and Ella Quandahl, and
Alice Vaala as bridesmaids. The
groom is professor in the University
of Minnesota and the bride is an &C.
complished young lady, both of whom
are members of we'll known and re.
spected families. and have the esteem
of large acquaintance. The best
wishes Of all for happy married life
are extended.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Washington Street Paving.

Ths paving of Washington street.
after being under way since last sum-
mer, was completed last week, and
accepted by the city council under
certain conditions. 1t is the opinion
Of those living on the street and many
others that the job has been handled
throughout in a very unbusinesslike
manner, and the work is quite un-
satisfactory to those most interested.
While it costs more money, the work
is not to be compared with that done
on Water street a few years ago.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Change in Rock Island Time. Card.

A slight change was made in the
time card on the Rock Island on Mon
day, whereby the passenger arrives
from the south at ~ 20 instead of
IL :45. and departs at 100 instead of
30. thus giving more time in De-
corah between trains, and lessening
the possibility of being late in depart
ing when they happen to be little
late IN arriving.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
OBITUARY NOTICES.
MRS. B. r. GILES.

One of the old residents of the coun.
ty, Mrs. B. F. Giles, passed away at
her home on Day street last Thursday
from dropsy. She had for many years
been a resident of Canoe township,
where her husband died several years
ago, and came to DEBORAH early in the
year to reside. She leaves to mourn
her loss four children, all of whom
are grown up, a SON and daughter hav-
ing been living at home. The funeral
services were held on Sunday after
noon, Rev. E. G. Hunt officiating,
with interment in the Russell ceme-
terry.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
A Candidate for Recorder.

Just as this paper went to press last
week the announcement of Mr.. III. @.
Rowe of Hesper township was received
but not in time to call attention
to it, Mr.. Rowe has been urged by his
many friends throughout the county
to become a candidate. and they have
full confidence that if he is elected
he will serve the people of the county
faithfully and we'll. He has been town
clerk of Hesper for some time. is thor
oughly competent and man of excel.
lent character.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
Married in South Dakota.

Announcement has been received of
the marriage at Egan. S. D. on last
week Tuesday, of Charles Vernon
Oliver, of Fayette, son of Prof. and
Mrs. G. A. Oliver, former residents
of this city, to Miss Ruth Horribly of
Egan. The many friends of Mr..
Oliver in DEBORAH will join Us in
congratulations
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1904-06-29
BUYS the HaIyerson Laundry

Miller & Kendrick, proprietors Of
the New Method Steam Laundry on
West Water street, have purchased the
machinery and stock of the Halvorson
DEBORAH Steam Laundry. About the
first of the month they will move their
machinery, etc. to the DEBORAH Steam
Laundry building and consolidate the
two. This will give them every facil-
ity for handling the business rapidly
and satisfactorily.