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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
DEcLAMAroRY CONTEST

=
Tha fourth annual deslamatoTy con
Sestt ofsthe ManchasTsr High sshopf
was held at the City Hall last Friday
wening. Twelve contestants took
part, and Miss zazel Evans won the
;ontest and also first place in the
.lramatic class. She will represent
he local High school in the Northeas-
.ern Iowa Declamatcry contest, which
win be held at Elkader the first of
Iarch. Margaret Stanger was chos-
IN first in the humorous class and
Amy Rann and Margery Minkler very
lose second.
The judges We're: superintendent
}. w. Herr of Oelwein. County Super
intendent Lockwood of independence,
nd Professor E. Griscom, head OF
he oratory department at Upper Iowa
University.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18

Rules Governing Corn Contest.
entries In this contest confined to corn
grown In Delaware county.
All exhibits must be the product OF
this year and grown by exhibitor.
NO exhibitor can make more than one
entry In same class and no entry Will
compete for more than one premium ex-
cept for sweepstakes
Unless otherwise stated all exhibits
winning prizes become. the property OF
the Institute.
Exhibitors must have their entries in
Glass FLINT varieties.
day night.
Exhibitors must not change their exhih
ITS or any part. thereof after hour set
for same to be in place. A violation OF
this rule will result in the forfeiture Of
all premiums won.
All exhibits In boys classes must be
planted. cultivated and prepared by boy
making the entry. 943
Judges are making the awards.
fo!. NO tnstitnte officer can enter exhibit
1or priEes either directly or Indirectly.
,,..,n us contest will be divided into four
diHp,iEiGfas; piyfsiss;n A; B; ;,.,5; e and p;
who have taken 1st prizes in the last
three years. 80
=, Division B will consist of all Others In
ciuding boHe and girls IS years and over.
10 Division will consist of girls under
Division D will consist of boys under
The divisions will be divided into the
following classes: :
Class Yellow dent varieties. @
S Ciass 2-White dent varieties.
dent varieties
Siass 5-Pop ocrn varieties,
Ciass 6-Sweet corn varieties.
pace and properly arranged by Wednes-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
Methodist Episcopal.

On Sunday evening, January 22nd,
It 1880 Rev. Black will preach the
'irst of "a series of illustrated or OBJ
lect sermons to the boys and girls,
It the NJ. p. CHURCH, The two cen
tsr sections Of the chuFch will be re-
served for the boys and girls Of the
Sunday School. Parents and Others
re also cordially invited. Special
music.
The morning subject is "Uncon-
scious Influence. There are two
kinds of influence which people are
always exerting: 1st, Active. con.
scious. voluntary End, Insensible, un
scious. passive. The pastor will
speak on the end kind Of influence
on Sunday morning, "Uneonseious
influence" If not worshipplng else
where you anne invited.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
c. i. MArrox.

& ri j "
charles II. Mattox was born in Du-
buque, Iowa, December /, lS43, ano
die,4 at his home in Manchester on
the n.crning CT January 12, 1911, after
brief illness Of only a few days.
He was the son OF an o4d Iowa
father, Edmund Mattox, who was en-
gagged in mining operations in Du-
Lluque from 1882 to 1888. When the
san, Charles H., was Ia years Of age
he went to work as a farm hand In
Grant county, Wisconsin, where he rs-
lnained for two years. Returning to
Dubuque he became pilot on the
Mississippi river; while SO engaged
war broke out, and in November 1861
he entered the union army enlisting
in Co. H., 10th Iowa Infantry. He
belonged to the famous Crocker Bril-
gade and fought in the battles of Shil,
oh, Tennessee, and Corinth, MississiI-
pi, in which latter battle he lost his
right eye by the explosion Of a shell.
on October 4th, 1862. On account OF
this he was compelled to retire from
theh service. Returning to Dubuque
he went into partnership with E. Rad
cliff in the manufacture of brick. He
continued in this business in Dubuque
until 1874, when he moved to Man
chester and engaged in same busi-
ness, here. In this occupation he con-
tinued uninterruptedly from 1874 un-
TIL the time OF his death. The bulk
OF the brick that has gone INTO near
ly all the structures of that charac-
ter in this place came from his yards.
Mr.. Mattox was married on Febru.
ary Is, 1872, to Miss Jennie Wells OF
Dubuque. To this union. four children
were born. Chas. D., of Manchester;
May. now Mrs. Earl of Oto. Iowa;
Harry e. Of Manchester, and Lewis
4 W.. deceased.
Mr.. Mattox was member of the
A. w. Morse Post of the G. A, R.,
also member of the Ancient Orde,
Of United Workmen. He was a mai
well and favorably known in ant
around Manchester and had yer!
large circle Of devoted friends. H,
was greatly beloved in the home
and his departure will be sincerel,
mourned by hosts of his acqaant
ances.
Ext
The fllnerak services were held a
the residence on Sunday afternoon
at 2 o'clock, Rev. ]. F. Black of tn
Methodist church officiating. Inter
ment in Oakland cemetery,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
MRS. cINDERALLA BISHOP.


Mrs. Cinderallla Bishop died at her
home near -Masonville Wednesday.
January IL. I911, after short illness.
The deceased was born in Pennsyl-
yania August 70, 1899. She was unit
ed in marriage with Thos. A. Wise
in November 1866 at Rockford, Illi-
nois. Three years later they came to
Iowa. Mr.. Wise preceded his wife in
death in June 1893. One child sur
wives, A F. Bishop.
The deceased was faithful MEM
ber of the NJ. E. Church and highly
esteemed by all who knew her, The
funeral service was held ON Friday
Rev. Perry officiating. Interment
was made in the Masonville cemetery.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
MANCHESTER GETS C. M. q ST.
p. DAIRY SPECIAL.

The NJ. & o. Ry. will bring into
Manchester, sometime the fore part
Of March, the Chicago, Milwaukee &
st. Paul Ry. Company's Dairy spe-
cial train. This special train will re-
main here over one night and every
one in this vicinity will have ample
time to examine the dairy exhibits
carried by the train, During the ev-
enints lectures on dairy subjects, IL
Illustrated by stereoptican views. to be
given, probahlyiin in the City Hall opera
house.
No charges will be made for any
thing connected with the exhibits or
lectures. This will be a rare oppor-
tunity to secure up to date dairy in
formation.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
PIONEER SETTLERS
PASS AWAY
TWO WELL KNOWN MEN AS
WEIR SUMMONS DURING
PAST WEEK.
JOHNSON ROBINSON DIES MONDAY
C. il. Mattox For Many Years
Prominent Resident Of Manches-
ter Dies at His Home.
JOHNSON ROBINSON.

Johnson Robinson, one Of the
pioneer settlers of Delaware county
died Monday evening, January is,
1911. He passed away at the home
of his daughter, Mrs. G. D. Correll,
Of Greeley, where he had gone about
a week ago for a visit.
The deceased was born On County
Fermanaugh, Ireland, December IA.
1929. AT the age of twenty he came
to this country and settled in Pitts
burg, Pa, where he married Mary
Anderson in April 1855. They came
to Delaware county from Pittsburg in
November 1854, settling in Prairie
township. In 1865 he removed to a
farm just north OF Manchester, where
he lived until he retired from active
life and removed to this city. To
Mr.. and Mrs. Robinson were born
twelve children, seven of whom sur
vivee their father. Mrs. Robinson all
so survives her husband. -Four Of
their children died of diphtheria in
one week in 1864. The fifth died in
infancy. The living children. are,
Anthony and Archie, both OF whom
reside in Nebraska, Robert, who lives
In Coffins Grove township, Mrs. An
ma staehle of Waubay, South Dako-
ia, Mrs. Mary Work of Manchester,
Mrs. Carrie CorreE of Greeley and
Mrs. Leona Parker who resides in
California. ALL of the children are
expected here for the funeral.
In the death of Johnson Robinson,
Delaware county loses one of its old
est and highly respected residents.
He was one Of the we'll known Robin
son brothers who were among the
first settlers in Prairie and Adams
townships His, brothers were James,
Thomas, William. Robert and An
thony James was the first of the
number to come west and take up
land in Adams township. ALL Of the
other named brothers soon followed
johnson settled north of his brother
James Just over the line in Prairie
township he being the third settler
In that township The deceased was
the last one 81 the SIX brothers TO
pass away. He possessed the. .ssterl-
ing qualities of manhood SO charact-
eristic of this family. He was a man
whose character was above reproach
His life was useful one and his in
tegrity the highest. His many friend
deeply regret the passing of this good
man.
The remains were brought to his
home here today and the funeral ser
vice will be held at the Silver Greek
church Friday morning of this week.
In the event that Mrs. Leona Parker,
daughter. who is on her way here
from California, should be delayed
the funeral will be held on Saturday.
Interment will be made in the Silver
Creek cemetary.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
State Savings.
MANCHESTER COOPERATIVE
CREAMERY MEETING.

a 4 atl . |4'
The regular annual meeting Of the
Manch hester Cooperative Creamery
company was held in the Council
rooms on January at which time
the company was reorganzed and the
following officers elected for the en-
suing year: M. S. Van Auken, presi-
dent; j. A. Morse, vice president; Jas
Bishop, secretary; and F. H. Law
renee. treasurer. The following gem
aemen We're chosen to act as board
OF directors: M. S. Van Auken, w.
F. Croskey. F. H. Lawrence, Ben Shell
don. J. B. Kenny, A. E. MCGEE, c.
Jordison, ]. A. Morse, Jas. Bishop
A comparison Of the business Of the
past two years showed very isatisfac-
tory gains in every way and with pros
poets Of larger increase for the ensu-
ing year. The following comparison
Will prove that the Institution is
permanent and growing enterprise.
Total number pounds Of milk receiv-
during the year 1910, 4.3sO,25s; 1909,
S,5sO,610; average test for 1910, 3.6s;
for 1909, 3.75; average price for 1910,
s1.273S; for 1909. $1.255; gross re-
ceipts' for 1910, $63?,46s.S0; flor 1909,
$49,621.S2;; expenses for 1910, s6,-
1854; for 1909, $5.077.o .o6: butter sold
to patrons On 1910, 1858 pounds; In
1909, 14,469 pounds; amount sold to
outside parties in 1910, $5,55O.3S; in
1909, s4,S57.40; average price for but
ter fat in 1910, "a 1-2 cents; in 1909,
-S3 1-3 cents. From the above figures
it is easily seen that under the presen
management the business is operated
on a paying and economic basis and
its patrons may congratulate them
selves for having such able men at
its head. Jas. Bishop has held the
office of secretary Of the company
since 1894 and it goes without saying
that his services must be appreciate
ed.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
Mrs. w. C. Amsden visited with

Mrs. w. G. Amsden visited with
friends at Garner, Iowa, last week.
Herb MCGEE and W.. B. Childs
We're business visitors at Chicago last
week.
Miss Lucy B. U. Clarn Of Delawar,
was business visitor in this city on
Monday.
Company D wi4 give a military
BAH at the Arm1ry Thursday evening
February End.
Albert Maley of Dubuque is Wis
iting at the home OF his parents, Mr.
and Mrs. S. ]. Maley, today.
Mrs. Clarence Becker returned tc
her home at LeMars Sunday evening,
after few days visit with relatives
and friends in this city.
ID. R. Dennis has taken the con
tract to erect for G. H. Smith Of Ry-
an, house similar to the one erect
ed by him for DR.. j. w. Scott in this
city.
Mrs. H. H. Lawrence returned
home this morning from Buxton, Iii
nois, where she has been visiting at
the home Of her daughter. Mrs. Harry
Austin.
Mrs. w. r. Blake returns to her
home at Cleremon.t Iowa. this after.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
elLDNgRs BUY ANOTHER STORE.

Gildner Bros. have purchased anoth
er clothing store, making nine which
this enterprisins firm now owns and
operates. Last week they closed a
deal whereby they took over an es-
tabhshed clothing business at New
Hampton. They will operate this
store in connection with their eight
other stores. The growth Of the
business of Gildnep Bros. Is yan ex-
ample OF what reliable goods, enter
pristng business methods and liberal
advertising will do.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
Presbyterian.

The morning theme will be, "The
Souls Renewal"
The evening. "Ihe Necessity Of
Conversion"
The monthly missionary meet
will.be held at the home OF Mrs. w.
D. Hoyt on Tuesday. January "a, at
2;3o p. M
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
IRA CLARK PROMOTED.

The friends of Ira B. Clark will
:e pleased to learn of well-earned
promotion which comes to him after
ears of excellent service at the fish
hatchery and on the Mississippi river.
Nr. Clark will be transferred in the
Iississippi's service and will assume
he duty of fireman on the steamer
Surley. This carries with it nice
increase in salary, which will be very
acceptable and he will be given a
cry pleasant summer on the river.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
BUYS HINES BUILDING.

Attorney A. NJ, Cloud has purchas.
ed the Hines building on Main street.
He expects to remodel It an, tit up
rooms to be used by him for law Of
fices. He removed his offices from
the court house on Monday.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
MANCHESTER REAL ESTATE
CHANGES HANDS.

Three Manchester residence proper
ties changed hands last week. /. l..
Walters sold his home TO 6. F. I'D.
munds. possession to be given March
first. Mrs. Abner. Bunham sold the
Dunham home on Main street to j. L.
Madktff, who lives southeast Of town
and who Will take possession in the
near future. Mrs. Dunham has pur-
ehhased the Thos. Given property on
Howard street.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
elFFoRD-eoDDEh.

Miss Rose NJ. Golden and Mr.. Fred
'dfford. both of this county, We're unit
I'd in marriage by S. L. Doggett on
Wednesday, january II, 1911. The
Democrat extends congratulations.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
TEACHERS EXAMINATION.

County Superintendent Ribble has
announced that the fret teachers ex.
animation of the year viii bs held
January Is. 2s and 27.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18

-
+; 3. Johnson--P Poultry food. soc.
w. ]. Burk-Horseshpeing 81.
Chas. Reisners--Box cigars, $i.75.
Anders & Philipp-2 packages Of stock
W. l.. Drew-Rug. 50.
,tap1s MSsehlnsSn n,,1;ar 4 (. Atwater-Pliers and
A. H .Blake-Fur scarf, $3.50.
A. D. Brown-Rocker, $780,
a. p. Petersonssalad dish, s..
M Lock,s Gafe12 Cafe; soc boxes candy. s1.2o.
Del. Co. News-Year's subscription,
Eclipse Lumber co.-Free use of lum-
=. 6. Utley~Meai ticket. So.
F. F. Madden-Men's artics,S2.
sbserpsoRP saRssfr'PtiGn l5S sSo
kinne & Wright-Men's artics, 81.
q: u. Hockaday-Smoked ham, $3.50
W. c. Amsden-Pail Hess stock food.
Reed Bros.-sack flour, s1.45.
stearns g. Notwithstanding lamp.
Maurice -stabeling. soc.
+ Gildner Bros.-Sweater coat, S250.
8; A. Steadman-Spread rings, $1.75.
( y. n. SSnsodgressaodd Sns sls ssa. pants. IS.
State Savings Bank-$5. y
Del. Co. State Bank-s5
First National Bank-$5.
kkesmszGH keNe1as sarnmstsblinF' Tang i S19 SIS s.
81 ofIb4airy b1ftryy eitK q u Creamery Co.'S pounds
srassea p; R. iarl sMis :siso $ Bro--s''ver plated
!, Variety sa store-4 pieces enamel ware,
n + 4 flGsxdSLssttsss,esssz, lsdsEssa, ssaa IL! .l.ss
Dorman Bros.-S2
4, & i " BrSSssMssres9 Sss5smMPbdtss seer. :s,5o
Garhart & Nye-Vaccuam cleaner, SO.
p. S. Cowles-Stabling. 500
p. s. cowles-BIack smlthing, s1.oo.
Harry GraySStabling, $1.Oo.
Keiser Bros.-Feed,-$1.60
Burton ,Clark--Bed spread, $3.50.
M H. Lafferty-coffee. si.oO.
Butter. $3.50.
Manshestsr oo;epsrative Creamery
c9mmapEaalmymRntter. sl.6a;
nelaWare Creamery Co.-Butter $1.50
J. q. Lewis~s2.oo. M ei''''
Hopkinton.
Hopkinton Leader-Year's subscription
y y II. Il kR1ssEts9asMspi R4sstoalsSes Sian s1So 100
g. a. crulse-,l %. !se'
81 saiyiie sa ThoehiA-1ear's subscription
W. ]. Miller-5oc.
j Laxson Brothers-$1 00
| Elias Fause-50c.
X. c.. Wellman-50c.
/ L: Schaller-60c.
Werkmeister 3 soR-5ac,
A. Schaller-5Dc.
Holscher & Go.-50o. ai5
SPECiAL-Offered by Lovett a. Davil
Tor Tor the g d6 best Barred Plymouth Rock roos
Prizes for oats.
,sl Large White oats--2 bushels swed
Small Vhite oats-2 bushels Dauben
Large Yellow cats-2 bushels colder
oats.
\ Black oats-2 bushels Silver King oat
wheat.
.. I :, Best sample of wbeat-1 bushel II. Y
Barley.
Best sample barley-Bushel japan bar
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
BANKS HOLD ANNUAL MEETINGS.

On Tuesday afternoon of last week
the stockholders OF the First National
al Bank and the State Savings bank
Of this city held their annual meet
ings and elected directors for the
coming year. The newly chosen dir
ectors elected officers for the coming
year Both institutions were shown
to be in excellent condition and to
have enjoyed a healthy growth the
past year. The directors and officers
elected are as follows:
First National.
Presddent-M. F. Leroy.
First Vice President-A. H. Blake.
Second Vice. President ~ Hubert
Carr.
Assistant Cashier-F. e. Dutton.
Assistant Cashier-D. A. Preussner.
Directors-M. F. Leroy, A. H.
Blake. E. NJ. Carr. Hubert Carr, "A. d.
Long, L. L. Hoyt, F. e. Dutton, Il. r..
Robinson
State Savings.
PRESIDENT. Matthews.
Vice President Burton Clark.
cashier-W- w. Matthews.
Directors-L. Matthews, Burton
Clark. J. w. Miles, W. N. Wolcott, F.,
NJ Burbridge. A. J. Bruce, w. W..
Matthews. q
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
REPORT OF THE CONDITION.
OF the First NstIonsl s.nk at Man
chester. in the state Of iowa.
at the close at su.lss,.
January =. tstt. ,,
RESOURCES.

RESOURCES.
Loans and discounts .......,, .sao, aoo 90
oyerdrafts. secured and unsecured. :, aSSs 81
2. =, Bonds 70 secure circulation $3.50 IN
BBssfiss Bss ;lss ssS:s; and
Due from % state and p.ivate S;ais Aeoc os
sse,si ssysss sE
Checks and other cash items. fHNS q
fractional AIN psnss SSsaassS s;:,: 6lS 0o
Lawful sssaey reserve in Rank. ai;.';;is: viz: ISIS
specie cie;;:.;....,..,..,.,,s sl.6ss q,
Due LfssntspsdeE fssm + nssss % sss IS
ofs' seA' 'eue tuno ..'...'........ 1876 90
Total ......i474.sss Is
LIABILITIES.
Capita. stool. paid in....... !, !. 5Oooo m
Surplus fund. 19'eo 10 eS0 ~ ~
undistdea r, oata less expenses and '''OO ~
National Hank notes outstanding .es15 s z e
tnnalvld9si nn deposits subject TO check i2a3sS n
Demand certificates Of deposit. 5SSif n
Time certificates OF deposit. .......... SsSSsS (,
Total .......... Sga s1a "a
State Of Iowa, County Of psaAxssa,-ss.
dsssS s s ss .ssss sssa
Hs,i., %shs is trss SF6s Ssst q NY EaeWiedse Nd
n. F.LsRoy,
20 President.
SassSribed and sworn TO before me this I1,h d,,
4 oiJanuary. 1911. Geo. w. Dunhaps
correct-Attest. o'aSs Faens.
ass41} RE RED Siss@sssa q Director.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
COUNCIL MEETING.

: The regular meeting Of the city
council was held at the council cham
bers on Monday evening with Cruise,
Graham, Cleveland, Long and Hyde
present. 1t was moved that the meet
ing adjourn until Thursday evening.
January 19, when all members could
be present. The following bills
were allowed. No other business was
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
THE MARKETS.

The reports from the large cities
show falling In the prices Of eggs
and butter. The decline has not
however effected teh local market to
any marked degree as yet. Prices
are firm for all produce.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18

Specia prize for oats. wheat and barley.
Prizes will be awarded by the Insti-
tute for End premium In above specials.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18
farmers INSTITUTE
in SESSION THIS WEEK
ANNUAL MEETING TO BE HELD
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY
AND FRIDAY.
AN EXCEPTIONALLY FINE PROGRAM
A Good Attendance ls Promised.
Special Features For Each
Day.

This is Farmers Institute week in
Manchester. Wednesday morning will
be taken up in getting organized,
making entrys and getting things in
readiness for the week. The program
proper wiz begin at 1880 Wednesday
-fterneon. From this hour to the
close on Friday the officers have pro-
vided abundantly for the entertain
ment and instruction OF those who
will attend. Below is given a COM
pete program which may be changed
by additions The officers have talk
en- considerable time and have work
ed untiringly to make this institute
success. They have been libera,ly
iscisted by the merchants of the
1onnty ard many others who have
contributed prizes for premiums for
the various products to be exhibited.
Everyone Interested in this work is.
Ersed to attend. The mcst good and
benefit can be obtained only by per
sonal attendance.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18

Officers.
L. + Gates-President.
j. b. Hlgman-Secretary.
offlcers-ladies.
Mrs. a. e. Mead-President,
Mrs. o. w. Smith-Secretary.
Rules governing corn contest same as
Wed, Jan. 1s, 1911, 1890 A. M.
MntslrinE M1,slr of corn.
General Discussion Farm Topics.
1:a0 p. M.
Invocation--Rev. Moore.
Duet-Gladys Sabin. Dorothy Keyes.
Recitation-Zazel Evans.
tsecitatIon-Dorothy Munson.
Solo-Mrs. E. w. Williams,
Hogs and Corn--H Fisher, c. A. Clute
Individual COW testing and ensilage-A.
/ e. Mead. Prof. F. l.. Gregor. Frank
The Value Of Organization of the Farm
er-Prof; Sykes. president Of the
Corn Belt Meat Producers association.
Thursday, Jan. 10. 1911, 1o:ao A. M.
Inyocation-Mrs Minnie Copeland.
instrumental music-Myers and Sphinx.
Paper-Mrs Fred Munson.
General discussion.
1880 p. M.
Mysic1Miss Margaret Jones.
naperlMrs. Jessie Doolittle.
kecttation--Miss Kate Jones.
instrumental sduet-Misses Jessie Higman
and Etna Barr.
Mnsie-Miss; Ms,anss-MEs; Gi GaHs1 W SmifS MsaS.
ReGitations-Miss Hazel Chapman, Miss
haper-Miss Emily 2. Brown.
Hoy j Manage Incubator and SBrooder-1
Mrs. Cuff Ryan. Mrss c. e. Gronihon,
Mrs. G.. Stuessi.
Paper-Mrs. Loren Platt.
Friday. Jan. 20. 1911. 1880 A. M.
lnvocation-Rev. Black.
instrumental Duet-Margaret Dittmer,
Lucille Arnold.
How Can We Increase Our Profits in
Dairying?"-Prof. Luick
ineeral discussion.
t:so p. M.
Election of officers.
Declamation-John Gillian
Solo-Mrs. p. e. Gildner.
Observation-Disclosures Stanger.
iood Ro2ds-F. L. Durey, Prof. Luck,
8 II. Brayton.
school Management. Ways. Methods and
L. ]. Gates. Supt Ribble.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1911-01-18

transacted.
Sam Morgan, salary. -. .$25 90
Charles Whitman, labor. !. ]. 10 s5
i. T. Oliver, salary. ]. ). SO 70
L. Atkinson, labor. :. 49,. 10
Hutchinson & Atwater. sup. ;. SO 20
OGara Coal Co... ). -. ). 50 10
Freight on coal. ~. -. -. ..119 Il
v. l.. Collard, salary. ). J. ). rs 90
Man. IL. H. & P. Co., lights. 65
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w. Malvin. labor.... -. so
D. Malvin, labor. ~. ...... 90
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Man. L. H. & P. Co., lights. .161 75