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Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05
PAVING AT ELDORA
and ALSO AT LEMARS
Has Had a Test Of Seven Years in
LeMars and is Proving
I. ...5 Satisfactory.

The opponents Of concrete paving
In Webster City are doing every
thing In their power to prejudice
the public against it and it has been
reported here that Eldora Is dissatis-
fed with concrete after only .
years trial. The following letter
from the mayor of that town ought
to be conclusive evidence to the con-
trary:
Eldora, Dec. I, 1911.-Freeman-
Tribune: We are pleased with con-
crete paving and believe It Will
stand times test. The first contract
for paving was let in 1910 and one
block was placed last year, but cold
weather coming on we were fearful
about paving the remaining eleven
blocks. The one block spoken OF
has now been down over year and
is simply fine-no perceptible wear
has taken place. The other eleven
blocks Of the original contract were
laid this year, as were also ten
blocks of contract let this year,
making total of twenty-five
blocks. We would be glad II a COM
mittee from your town would visit
Eldora and give this concrete pave
ment close and critical inspection.
1t cost $1.36 per square yard FOR
the paving and As cents per foot Tor
the curbing, that Is for the hrst
laid, and the second contract was
five cents less per foot on the curb,
with the other part the same price.
We will enter into contract this
winter for twenty-five more blocks
in all probability concrete. We
have no specifications which might
be sent, but IL committee from
your city could come over here our
files are at your pleasure for inspec-
tion. Yours truly,
Grant Tyler, Mayor.
A SEVEN YEAR TEST.
LeMars, Iowa. Nov. 80, 1911.-
Freeman Tribune: Yours of the
29th at hand. In 1904 I put IN one
half block Of concrete paving here.
It IS practically as perfect as when
laid. inclose you description.
Our neighboring town of Remsen,
where I am engaged In business,
have put in two and one-half blocks.
They made 1t q strong mixture OF
one to four. believe 1t is all right.
My Judgment is that cement Is the
coming pavement In the smaller
cities, Yours, w. A. Moore.
The description Mr.. Moore speaks
OF inclosing is as follows:
This pavement covers about one
half block and Is situated on one OF
the principal streets in a city OF
5000 and has been subjected to the
heaviest traffic Of the city and is
apparently as perfect as when first
laid
The ground was leveled OF six and
a half inches below grade line. This
was covered by layer OF five inches,
composed of one part Portland ce-
ment and six parts coarse gravel. On
top of this was layer OF one End
|one-half inches of one part Portland
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05
New Lighting system.

Manager Hyatt OF the Orpheum
is having the place wired for the
new indirect electric lighting sys-
tenn. In this system the lights are
concealed and while the auditorium
is brilliantly lighted 1t will in no
way interfere with the showing OF
the pictures The new system will
be ready for use within a few days.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05
For A Mans Comfort

Christmas Neckwear, Csc to $500
Guaranteed Hosiery, $1.00 per box of pairs
Initial Linen Handkerchiefs, 25c and SOC
Fancy Suspenders, boxed, 35c to 75c
Refer Muf1ers, $1.OO to $500
Umbrellas, $1.OO to $500
Bath Robes $500 to $3.50
Kid Cloves $10O to $500
Fancy Vests, $1.OO to $500
Pure Silk Hose, 35c per pair
Handkerchief, Tie and Hose Sets, $1OO to $500
Leather Suit Cases and Bags, $500 to $165O
Charles I. Smith & Son,
Head to- Foot Outftters
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05
The Webster City Lodge Of Elks
Pay Tribute to the Memory
Of Their Departed
Members,
WAS AN INTERESTING SERVICE
Hon. Jerry Sullivan Of Des Moines
Delivers the Memorial
Address.

The Webster City lodge OF b. +.
o. Elks paid fitting tribute to the
memory of their departed members
Sunday afternoon in the observ-
ance OF their regular annual memoir
ial services, which were held in the
Universalist church beginning q 3
O'Clock. This service is held every
year upon the first Sunday int De-
cember and is the one lodge cere-
mony to which the general public is
invited. The Elks attended the meet
ing in a body. Handsome printed
folders, containing the program, the
roll OF the departed members and
the roster of lodge officials, were
distributed among those present
The exercises began with fine
vocal solo by Richard ]. Mullins.
This was followed with the open
ing ceremonies in charge Of the ex-
alted ruler, e. p. Prince.
The opening prayer was made by
the chaplain, Rev. N e. Spicer.
The calling Of the roll of the de-
parted members by the secretary,
Geo. c. Tucker, then followed.
The next number on the program
was q well rendered song by the
male quartette, Messrs. w. B. Rood,
DR.. r. F. Desmond, e. S. Boudinot
and Richard J. Mullins.
The memorial address was deliv-
cred by Hon. Jerry Sullivan Of Des
Moines and it was an interesting
and entertaining one. The speaker
paid fitting tribute to the memory
OF the departed Elks, those in whose
lives had been exemplifcd the vir-
tues for which this fraternal organ
ization stands charity, Justice,
brotherly love, ETC. The spirit Of
the brotherhood Of man was declar-
ed to be one Of the cardinal princi-
pies Of the order and the highest
Christian virtues were earnestly
commended to its membership for
their consideration and practical ap-
plication.
Mr.. Sullivan is strong speaker
and his address throughout exalted
the highest ideals.
At the close Of the address the
final ceremonies, including the clos
ing ode sung by the audience. fol-
lowed by the benediction. ended this
interesting memorial service.
The roll call of departed Elks as
read by the secretary Of the lodge
foy3ova.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05

cement to two parts OF coarse screen
ed sand. While the grading was not
extensive, the dirt being sold for
nearly enough to pay for the work.
the cost of the paving was about
s1.25 per square yard. This was
figuring gravel rs cents per cubic
yard and cement at $500 per barrel.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05

Interstate Mutual Life Ins. Co. VS..
L. w. Argrove. State Bank Of Ellis
worth VS.. H. M. Lakin. Swenson,
Riley & Ristrim vs. Ben Wilson.
Friday-T. D. Butler VS.. Neel
Grain Co. A. ]. Pringle VS.. John
B. Fobes. Mrs. Thos. Duffy vs.
Town of Williams. VIM. Arnold VS..
w. S. Norton. Farmers National
Bank VS.. Walter H. HELEN, ct al.
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05

& Ellsworth College, of Iowa Falls,
Is attracting large numbers Of stu
dents. Health, and all other condi-
tions for student life are very ex-
cellent, and it is not surprising that
students are selecting this school. Fl
Webster City freeman. [volume] (Webster City, Hamilton County, Iowa) 1884-1946, 1911-12-05
In Selecting Gifts for Men

You. can save time, money and patience at CHARLES
r. SMITH & SONS. The variety is so enormous that
YOU are bound to be pleased values exceptional that
money saving is assured, and you will time in max
ing purchases by our quick and efficient service
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
ST. JOSEPHS PAROCH|AL
SCHOOL ARRANGES PROGRAM

Closing exercises for st. Joseph's
p%arochial school will be held next
Tuesday afternoon, at which time six
teen graduates of the eighth grades
will receive diplomas. The day will
mark the close of the school year,
which has been a very successful one.
Nearly 400 pupils were enrolled, and
under the intelligent and patient guild
anee of the Sisters of Providence, the
year stands out prominently for results
as compared to previous ones.
The exercises Will be held in the mu-
sic room In the convent. and while the
sisters would gladly invite the par
ents of all the pupils in the school, the
invitations must be restricted to only
parents of the graduates, because of
lack OF room to accommodate all.
The graduates are Francis Kolb, Jo-
seph Debold, Arthur Heiser, Gerald
Humpfer. Hugo Nessel,. Claude
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
ENJOY THE r.

Mrs. n. Landvogt was hostess to the
members of the Ladies' Aid Society of
St. PauIs Lutheran church at their
meeting yesterday afternoon at her
home at their meeting yesterday after
noon at her home in Douglas street. II
was the regular bi-monthly meeting
and the usual number OF members In
attendance. They met informally and
enjoyed the usual social diversions un-
til four-thirty o'clock when they Were
invited into the dining room and served
with a supper. A silver collection was
taken at the meeting. the proceeds to
be used for the benefit OF the church,
A nice sum was realized. Mrs. Mary
NJ. Huehn was named as the next host
ess and she will entertain the ladies
of the society at her home in Logan
street in two weeks on Wednesday.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
lEAGUERS OF HAMMOND
DISTRICT HOLD MEETING

Valparaiso. Ind. June 15.-Hammond
District Epworth League is holding its
annual summer convention here today
and tomorrow. The program is as fol-
lows:
Thursday Afternoon.
2:so- Song and preyer service. ].
Stanley Phillips. Star City.
800. Reports of cabinet officers.
bis. Appointment of Committees
Informal reception. registration and
assignment OF delegates.
Thursday Evening.
1880. Praise service, Rev. r. III.
Crowder, Remington.
7:f5. Address of Welcome. Prof. w.
f. Ellis. Valparaiso.
Response, w. II. Wright, whiting.
$40. Address. Youth and the New
Age" E. C. Dorion, Asst. Editor Ep-
worth Herald. Chicago.
900. Social hour.
Friday Morning.
$40. Quiet Hour. Rev. ]. Paris Cox
Wheeler.
800. The Methodist hospital, Rev
w. p. McKinsey, Indianapolis.
$50. Opportunities for the Third
vice-President in small towns, Miss
Myrtle Knapp. Chesterton.
Discussion.
1910. Address. THE Philippines, q
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
K. OF c. LADIES MEET.

The aides of the knights of
Columbus met in the X. of c.. Hall yes
terday afternoon for their regular BIZ
monthly meeting. There vas a large
attendance of Hammond and out OF
town ladies. Among the guests were
several from East Chicago and Whit
ing. The guests met socially and en-
joyed several games of pedro. The
games wereplayed at several small
tables In the hall. Mrs. Ida Hoffman
received the first honors In the game
and Mrs. Thomas MacFadden of Whit
ing was awarded the second honors
After the card games dainty refresh
ments were served The members viii
meet again in two weeks and the same
program of entertainment will be en-.
loved.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
SOCIAL NEWS FOR FRIDAY.

A special meeting Of the mem
hers of Unity Councii knights of
Columbus will take place Friday
evening In the X. of c. Hall.
The members of Hammond Hive
No. = l.. o. II. NJ. will hold N meet
ing Friday evening in the X. of r.
Hall. N
members of Golden Rod Camp No.
657 Royal NeiEhbors Friday even
ing OF this week in Longs Hall I'm
state street.
Mrs. Charles kasson Will enter
tain the members of the Marquette
club at an afternoon euchre party
Friday at her home In webb street.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15

Der. The social session which follow
ed was very enjoyable. The time was
spent pleasantly at the card tables
where several games OF whist were
played. The honors in the games were
won by Mrs. Leo Wolf and Mrs. Otto
Klemperer. Mrs. A. Marks was award
ed the consolation prize The host
esses also awarded two prizes among
the guests and they We're won by Mrs.
r. Mum Of Pittsburg and Mrs. Leopold
of Chicago. At the conclusion of the
games the hostesses served a dainty
luncheon which concluded the pleas
ant entertainment.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15

Strategic Field for Missions in the
Orient Rev. Isaac 3. Harper. Of
Michigan City. returned missionary
from the Philippines.
10:40. Intermission.
1855. organizing and Conducting
a Mission study Class" Miss Auril
Richards, Whiting.
Discussion.
1885. The Ideal Devotional Meet
Ing, DIR. A. T. Briggs, District Super
~intendent Hammond District.
Friday Afternoon.
ZOO. Devotional Service, Rev. IL. c.
Weston. Winamac.
2:15. Business meeting.
2:45. How May Enthusiasm in the
League be kept up during the Sum
mer." Ross Dean. Rensselaer,.
Discussion.
400. Social half hour.
3:30. Junior League Work, Mrs
Nellie Ford, Chicago.
Conference Junior League Workers
Friday Evening.
7:3o. Love Feast. w. G.. Pulliam
Reynolds.
$50. Report OF Resolution Commit
tee.
$40. Address, The Man for the
Hour Rev. j. f. Crowther. Western
Secretary Young Peoples Missionary
Movement, Chicago.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
MRS. BUMP ENTERTAINs.

Mrs. E. w Bump was "at home tn
the members of the Ladies Aid Society
of the First Batist church yesterday
afternoon at her residence in South
Holman street. 1t was the regular BIZ
monthly meeting to which all tho
members were invited and there was
a large attendance. After a short bust
ness meeting the members enjoyed 6
social session. Music and social con-
v~ersation were feature Of he hour at
ter which the hostess served her guests
with a dainty luncheon The arrange
ments were made to meet again in
two weeks and Mrs. A. E. Merry
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
AN AFTERNOON MEETING.

The ladies of the guild of st. Paul's
Episcopal church spen a very enjoyable
afternoon yesterday as the guests of
Mrs. c. G. Kingwill at her home In
Williams street. 1t was the regular
weekly meeting of the members n
the usual business and social program
was carried out. After a short bust
ness meeting the members enjoyed
conversation and music and were serv-
ed with a daintily arranged course
luncheon. The announcement was
made of the next meeting to tax place
In two weeks, Wednesday, June 28th
and Mrs. Erick Lund will entertain at
her home in Warren street. 1t wall
be the monthly social meeting and an
invitation to attend will be extended
all the ladies of the guild.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15

Ruschii. Joseph Ruth. Anthony voss,
Matthias zeller, Bernard Zurn, Adeline
Hasse, Theresa Sasges, Elizabeth Kolb,
Gertrude Eisenhutt, Cornelia BUSTER
boer and Margaret Waber
The program commences at 2:30 in
the afternoon and is as follows:
Chorus-ICalm Is the Wave Ger the
Sea Eighth Grade Boys
Chorus-"The Lost Chord" and The
Angels Story. Seventh trade Girls
Chorus-"Beautiful Moonlight. Girls
Chorus-"Our Flag. Eight Grade Boys
Trio-"Bonnie Dunde'
Recitation-"True Greatness".......
.....-.-........ Eighth Grade Girls
Farewell Chorus. -.....Clas of 1911
Comforting of Certifcates......
H. NJ. Plaster
A large number of certificates will
also be conferred upon pupils for their
excellency in the Palmer method OF
p-enmnaship.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
A BUSINESS MEETING.

Mrs. George Locklin and Mrs. o. T.
klooz were hostesses at the meeting
of the Ladies' Aid Society of the First
Presbyterian church yesterday in the
parlors of the church in South Holman
street. 1t was the regular weekly
meeting and many of tn members were
in attendance. Business of Importance
to the members was transacted at the
meeting. TIL final arrangements were
made for serving the banquet for the
insurance men this evening in the Unit
versity club rooms. The arrangements
were also made for the next meeting
to take place Wednesday afternoon in
the church social rooms. The social
hour was spent pleasantly in CONVEX
sation and the hosteses served n
daintily arranged course luncheon.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
A DELIGHTFUL MEETING.

A delightful meeting of the mem
bers of the wish Ladies' Aid Society
took place yesterday afternoon at
Weis Hall in State street. Mrs. NJ.
Pelzman and Mrs. c. Miller were host
esses for the afternoon and they en-
a number of guests in COM
pany with the members. Their was a
very large attendance of Hammond
and out of town ladies'. A business
meeting was called when the reports OF
the recent public whist were read.
Other important business was trans
acted as the meeting will be the last
until the first Wednesday in Septem-
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15

lawn but on account of the threatening
weather 1t was decided 40 give 1t In
All Saints Hall in E1st Sibley street.
The small tables were placed about the
hall where the guests gathered and
were served with ice cream and cake
A small sum was asked for the re-
freshments and a nice amount was
realized which will be used for the
benefit of the church. The guests en-
joyed music and social conversation
during the hours of the social. A hair
was ratified and Mrs. Connolly who held
number nineteen was awarded the
chair.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
HOLD REGULAR MEETING.

of the G. /. A. to the b. of l. f. took
place yesterday afternoon in the K. OF
p. Hall in South Holman street. The
usual number of members attended the
meeting and disposed of the business
that came up for discussion. Follow
ing the business meeting a short time
was spent socially. The members will
meet again. in two weeks and a large
attendance of members is desired as
the usual business and social program
will be carried out.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
A HOME


At eight O'Clock last evening at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs Charles
Speichert. 222 Michigan avenue their
son, Otto Speichert was united in
marriage to Miss Marie Sasges. The
ceremony was performed by Judge E.
p. Ames. a brother mason of the groom
and a friend of the family. A number
OF friends and relatives were invited to
witness the ceremony and remain for
the reception which followed. Among
the guests were several from Chicago
and Dubuque. Ia. At eight o'clock. the
hours chosen for the Miss
Clara Zimmerman who presided at the
piano played the Mendelssohn wedding
march for the entrance of the bridal
couple. They came from the reception
hall in to the library where the cere-
mony was performed. They were un-
attended. The bride was attired in q
beautiful costume of gray messaline
satin, which had elaborate head trim
mings. She CARED a bouquet of brides
roses. Her going away gown was
tailored suit of blue serge and she
wore a hat to match. Following the
reading of the marriage service. an
hour was given to the congratulations
of the young couple. Their many gifts
in silver, cut glass and hand painted
china were also displayed. At ten
o'clock the guests were invited into the
dining room and served with an elabo-
rate dinner of siv courses. The brides
cake was used as the center piece on
the table and the other decorations
were carried out in the brides chosen
colors of greens and white. Boquets OF
brides roses and ferns were used
/ a AMONG the daenrnfionS In the diuinC
room. In the parlors the flowers were
American beauty roses and tall vases
OF the flowers were placed in the en-
trance.
Later in the evening the newly mar
ried couple left on their wedding trip
through the east. They expect to be
gone about two weeks and on their
return thy viii go to their home at 1856
Indiana avenue which they have all
In readiness. The bride until recently
was forelady in one of the departments
of the Reid-Murdock plant where she
was popular among her associates She
has a large circle of friends in Ham
mond. Mr.. Speichert is the only son
of Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Speiehert ami
has made his home In Hammond for
many years. He holds a responsible
position with the Standard Steel Car
Co. by whom he is employed as fore
man in the tool room. He has a large
circle of friends in Hammond and vi
cinfty who extend him their best
wishes. Among the guests at the wed
ding were: Mr.. and Mrs. Fred Miller,
Mr.. and Mrs. E. G.. Schilio, Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles Speichert. Mr.. and Mrs.
J Joseph Hirsch. Mr.. and Mrs. L. J.
Haefer. Mr.. and Mrs. Kramer, Mrs.
1 nFTA4Hr@I1 N~C sA1 s---
Eva Einsele, Elizabeth Sasges, Myrtle
Zimmerman, Clara Zimmerman, Myrtle
Heineman and Marguerite Haefer
Messrs. Andrew Potraza. Carl Schultz
Ray Cosgrove and NJ. l. Kline all OF
Hammond. The out of town guests
were Mrs. Knoenschold and son, Harry
of Dubuqe, Ia, and Mrs, Martha Miller
and Mr. and Mrs. Voss of Chicago.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
GRAND UNION
a.; HOTEL ::
sssssss (. r. a. I. sss9 e sffsssss soi I :sa M,

alive. Mrs. Frank Hitchcock. who ae-
companied them, will remain for a more
extended visit.
Mrs. S. Harris and son, Harry Harris,
SIS Rimbach avenue. will leave Friday
for Lookout Mountain. Tenn, where
they will visit Mrs. Harris cousin. DIR.
Dietrich.
Miss Maude Fries of A~tticarInd.. con-
cluded her visit with her aunt, Mrs. S.
Harris, at her home, SIS Rfmbach ave.
nue., and left for an extended western
trip. She will visit in Salt Lake City.
Utah, later going to Los Angeles, CAL,
where she will spend the remainder of
the summer
The young ladies of the c. d. club
will go to the Lake Front this evening
for a picnic. They will take their sup
pers and remain in the evening to en-
| joy social games and contests. The pic
mic will a k the place of the regular
weekly club meeting.
Miss Iva Simcoke will entertain the
young ladies of the A. ID. as at her
home in East Sibley street this even
ing. 1t is their regular bi-monthiy
meeting and the usual social diversions
will be enjoyed.
Mr.. and Mrs. f. E. Liable of Ohlc
were the guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph
Weber at their home. 1874 State Line
street for a few days. Mrs. Liable is
a niece of Mr. and Mrs. Weber and was
one of the early June brides. Mr.. and
Mrs. Liable will make their home II
Toledo, o.
Mr.. and Mrs. Hudson Sheldon of De
troit, Mich. are the guests of Mr.. and
Mrs. Mortimer Gates at their home in
| Webb street for a few days. Mr.. and
Mrs. Sheldon are returning home after
spending the winter in California.
Mr.. and Mrs. Clark Leaning and SON,
| Perry of South Holman street left
yesterday for Mulberry. Ind. where
they will spend a few weeks with
friends and relatives.
Mrs. Albert Mack and Mrs. Adelis
f. Cooper of Crown Pint came to Ham
mond today for the social meeting OF
the members of the history committee
of the Hammond Woman's Club at the
T, home of Mrs. Erick Lund.
The of the Loyal Sons class
of the First Christian church will hold
a business meeting Friday evening of
this week at the church. A large at
tendance of members is desired.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
A LAWN SOCIAL.

One of the affairs scheduled to take
place this evening is a lawn social to
be given by the members of the Ladies'
Aid Society of the German NJ. IL. church
at Central Park. If the weather should
prove unpleasant the social will be
given at the church. zoe truman ave-
nue.. A cordial invitation is extended
the public to attend as the proceeds
will be used for the benefit of the
church.
The Lake County times. [volume] (Hammond, Ind.) 1906-1933, 1911-06-15
AN ENJOYABLE MEETING.

An enjoyable meeting of the men,
bers of the Ladies Aid Society of the
First NJ. E. church tool place at the
home of Mrs. C. l. Wolf. 754 Claude
street yesterday afternoon. There was
a large attendance of members who
disposed of the usual amount of bust
ness. The plans were made for an
other cake sale to be held Saturday,
June oath to which the public Is
cordially invited. The proceeds OF the
sale will be used for the benefit OF
the church. Other business of interes.
to the members was transacted. The
social Jour vas in charge of Mrs. J. r.
Hutton. Mrs. w. A. Jordon, Mrs. A. S
Hunt. Mrs. jerks and Mrs ]. G.. Ibach
They served the guests with a dainty
luncheon The announcement of the
next meeting will be made later.