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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
p. G. HOLDEN ON SEED CORN.

The Dubuque Cmomercial club has
secured Prof. P. G. Holden of New
Jersey, to deliver an address On the
Seed Corn problem, at Germania Hall
in Dubuque on Monday, March 18th,
an. at Dyersville on Tuesday, March
H. Speaking will commence at each
meeting promptly at 900 a. m. Prof.
Holden is director Of the extension
department of the International Har-
vester company, and comes to Iowa
under the auspices Of the live Dubu-
que club. The noted corn expert will
make only two stops in northeastern
Iowa, and many Of the farmers OF
Dubuque and Delaware county will
take advantage of the opportunity to
hear him on this all-imp ortant subject
No charge will be made and every
farmer and corn grower is urged to
attend one cr the other Of the meet
ings.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
NORTH MANCHESTER.

Mrs. Nellie Scott entertains the
North Manchester Ladies Aid society
ON Thursday afternoon of this week.
Mrs. Nate TrencharG, who has been
i'll, is improving. fact her friends
are pleased to learn.
Mrs c. V. burlington is ill with
a severe attack of the grip.
Mrs. Julia Evans is home again af-
ter three weeks absence, assist
ing in the care of the sick in the
Huey home.
L. L. Platt comes up every Sunday
afternoon to teach the c'ass. Of boys
formerly taught by Mr. Logan. TIE
boys hated to part with their teach
er, but are equally in love with their
new teacher, who is also their scout
master.
Mrs. Amanda Schwager will enter
tain at her home on East Union
street the City Charity Circle, at
their next meeting.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
WIN. HOLLIS BROWNELL.

After an illness of several months
VIM. H. Brownel passed away at
his Tome in South Madison street on
March 1st, 1916. Funeral services
were held at the home on Saturday
forenoon at 10 O'Clock, and interment
made in Oakland cemetery. Rev.
Mr., Montgomery, pastor OF the T.ree
byterian church, conducted the ser
vices. a"V"%> Gs-E :&p-s 'Esy tass@5
Mr.. Brownell was born in Wheeler,
Steuben county, Naw .Yc,B, on Aug;
ust II, 1912. When a mere child he
accompanied his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. John Brownell, to this place,
then a mere hamlet Mr.. Browne11
grew to manhood here, and learned
the carpenters trade, which he pur-
sued for many years. js. #
On January I, 1868, Mr.. Brownell
was united in marriage with. Miss
Julia A. Smith of Delhi, and for four.
years resided in that place. With
the exception Of those four years,
Manchester had been their home.
!. Deceased is survived by his widow,
two uncles, Silas w. and Nate Tren-
chard, Of this city, one nephew, Chas.
T. Brownell, of Blue Rapids, Kansas,
and a grand daughter, whose home is
in Fresno, California A., son, Nell
SON, died at the age of % years. s$s
For the past two years Mr.. Brown
ell suffered a gradual decline in
health. During the years Of his de-
ciple of fair dealing with his fellow
ly Of her strength to ministerato his
needs and comfort. Mr.. Brownell was
a likable man, and when he did a
piece of work his best efforts went
into it, He believed in the prin-
ciple Of fair dealing with his fellow
men, and his word could always be
relied upon. In his death his devot-
ed wife suffers the loss of kind hus-
band, and his neighbors part with a
kind and true friend.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
YOUNG Mother
ANSWERS SUMMONS
MRS. FRANK SEDGWICk DIES AF-
TER LINGERING ILLNESS. LIT
TIE CHILDREN LEFT.
DFaTH OF ". HOLLIS BR0WNFLL
Mrs. Hazel Evans Dies at Council
Bluffs, Following Long H.
ness.

Mrs. Frank Sedgwick passed away
at the home of her mother, in this
city, on Monday, March 6, 1915, fol-
lowing an extended illness. Funer-
al services WE'RE held on Tuesday at
ternoon, and interment made in the
cemetery near Delaware. Rev. c.
K. Hudson, pastor of the Methodist
Episcopal church, conducted the SER
vices.
Minnie koehn was born near Ber-
lin, German, July 20, 1886, and came
to America with her parents, when
she was young girl Her parents
located at Delaware, where she grew
ed in marriage with Frank Sedgick
in Dubuque, On September 1, 1906.
Immediately after their marriage they
took up their residence at Yankton,
South Dakota, where they resided
for several years. In 1912 they came
to Iowa, and located at Independence,
where they resided for several years.
In August, 1915, she and her family
came to Manchester, which has been
her home since. -.
She leaves to mourn her untimely
death, her husband, and four little
children-Ruth, A., Francis W., Al
ice NJ, and Alta E.; and her mother,
Mrs. Emil Koehn; and four sisters,
Mrs. Cecil Sensor, of Independence;
Martha, Anna and Ella Koehn, and
two brothers, Gustaff and Ernest
Koehn, all of Manchester.
The death of Mrs. Sedgwick brings
a great sorrow to family where she
was so much needed. Her passing
at this time has robbed four little
children Of all that is dva' to their
heart-the loving ministrations which
only the mother can bestow. She was
a devoted wife and mother, whose
place can never be filled like she
could fill it.
The sympathy Of many friends is
extended to those who are mourning
her death. >
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
BUY THIRTEENTH STORE.

Gildner Brothers have added an
other store to their chain, the new
addition being a store at Ogden Iowa
This makes thirteen stores in the
Gildner chain store system. J. B.
Niles, who has been associated with
the firm for about twelve years, and
has been the manager Of the Gildner
sttore at Anamosa during the past
few years, is in cIlarge Of the Ogden
store.
Starting out with one store at Nora
Springs, Iowa, only few years ago,
Gildner Brothers have extended
their chain Of stores over the cen
trail part Of the state until now it
numbers thirteen. This remarkable
growth has been due to the careful
business methods which have been
pursued and in supplying their pet
rons with high-grade merchandise an
prices consistent with the quality OF
the goods.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08

character between the ages of Is and
q. years inclusive, candidates must
'11, =. on farms, attendance at city
~ hools will not be considered
ba. o. soon as the winner from
each SeA is determined their es-
says are -ded to the executive
committee @.1 ~ Iowa State Fair.
These essays y, ,e examined to de-
termine the winner over all Tor state
winner.
Boys, you can we'll afford to make
a try for this splendid prize Each
county representative is given the
time Of his life. AS soon as he ar
rives on the grounds he is taken in
charge by a director who looks af-
ter his welfare, protects him from
injury and harm, and sees that lie
is in on everything Of interest.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
alton wished to announce that the
twenty-second annual meeting of the
Association will convene in Waterloo,

alton wished to announce that the
twenty-second annual meeting of the
Association will convene in Waterloo
Thursday, Friday and Saturday
March 80, 81 and April 1, 1916. Head
quarters will be at the Russell-Lam.
son Hotel.
An especially strong program has
been provided for all departments OF
educational word. Men and women
of state and national reputation as
educators and statesmen, viii partici.
pate in the general programs. Every
effort has been made to make this a
banner" meeting, both in point of
attendance, and in the character of
the programs.
The sectional meetings have been
re-organized and co-crdinated in such
a way that every teacher will be able
to attend the meeting she desires
without any conflict. The ex-Presi-
dents Day, on Thursday, is one of
the interesting features of the meet
ing. The men who have been presi-
dents of the Association for the past
quarter of d century will take part in
the programs.
Another valuable feature of Il!
Meeting is the organization Of a
School Officers Conference This
Conference meets on Friday after
noon An unusually strong program
has been provided and some spirited
discussions are anticipated in the
Conference. Let us unite all of the
educational forces Of Northea m
Iowa, and have this meeting go down
in history as an epoch of educational
enthusiasm.
Respectfully submitted,
JOHN L. Cherry,
Chairman Executive Committee.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
BANKS OF, COUNTY ORGANIZE.


On Friday afternoon, following the
meeting Of the representatives of the
various banks of the county to dis
.clss the, seed corn situation, the
bankers met to take the initial steps
toward forming bankers associa-
tion Of the county. Officers were
elected as follows: F.. E. Williamson,
Of Hopkinton, was named president;
H.. C. Seeds of Manchester, secre-
tary, and Don. A. Preussner, of this
city, treasurer A. R. Leroy of this
city, and J. J. Dolphin of Ryan, were
appointed committee on constitu-
tion and bylaws.
The object of this association is to
promote a more cordial feeling among
the various bankers Of the county,
and in this way be in position to
remote to better advantage the
general welfare of the banks and
their respective patrons. When the
committee on bylaws has completed
it's work the organization will then
be perfected, and certain definite
lines of work outlined.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
W. C. T. u. NOTES.

Manchester will again have the
pleasure of hearing a noted lecturer.
Miss Mary E. Barbour w. G. T. U.
lecturer and evangelist, and of Ma
tional reputation, is of Los Angeles.
California. She will be with us Tues
day, March 18th, to address a public
audience at 2:30 p M; 500 o'clock
in the evening at. the NJ. E. church
Be sure to hear her.
Dr. Tanning Of Philadelphia. Penn.
will be with us April 9th DR.. JOY,
while here, gave him a splendid rec
ommendation. Don't miss hearing
him. Last weeks issue of the DEM
ocrat made mistake in the name,)
JENNIE A. YOUNGREEN,
Editor and Press Correspondent
w. c.. T. U.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
JOHN WHITMAN AND BRIDE RE.
TURN,

Mr.. and Mrs. John Whitman re-
turned home last Sunday afternoon,
and are now getting nicely stetled
in their home On Gay street. Mr..
Whitman went to the Pacific coast
early last winter, and on January
3Oth he was united in marriage with
Miss Anna Burchett a professional
nurse of Los Angeles, California.
Since their marriage Mr. and Mrs.
Whitman have been visiting numer-
Gus points of interest in the west,
spending some time with friends and
relatives at San Francisco. Portland,
and Spokane. Friends of Mr.. Whit
man extend a hearty welcome to Mrs.
Whitman, as she comes here to make
her hcme with one CT our best citi-
zens.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
BRIDGE LETTING ARousEs IN


Tho supervisors Of Delaware county
met in regular monthly session to
consider bridge and road matters and
opened bids for the construction of
bridges and culverts to be erected
in the various townships of the coun-
ty during the coming summer.
Gus Barnd of this city was the low
bidder on four of the larger struct-
ures, his bid on the four being $S,-
1905.
J. I. Sheppard was the successful
bidder on four structures, his bid
being $2,7SS.50.
r. Hackbarth landed the contract
for three structures, at a total Of
s1,S39.
S. T. Holdren was awarded the con
tract for two bridges at $1,543-2O.
Numerous bidders from outside con-
Germs were present at the letting and
a number of close bids were regis
tered
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
A UNIQUE INVENTION.

Otto Haug is some inventor. If
you don't believe this statement just
step into his machine shop and ask
him to show you the unique boring
device which he manufactured, and
which will put the cylinders of an au-
tcmobile or Ford in absolutely first
class condition. With this machine
Mr.. Haug can true up cylinders with
out tearing down" the entire ma
chine. This bit of news will prove
of interest to anyone who has or has
had engine trouble.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
PIONEER WOMAN GIVES
UP LIES BATTLE
DEATH OCCURS AT HOME ON
GAY STREET, MONDAY EVEN-
ING, MARCH 6, 1916.
FUNERAL TO Be THURSDAY AFTERNOON
Enters Upon Rest After Long Years
Of Usefulness. Is Mourned by
Large Family.

Mrs. John Evans passed away at the
family residence on Gay street Mon
day night, March 6, 1916, after an i'll
ness resulting from a fall on Febru-
ary 18th. Her illness was not con-
sidered serious at first but compli-
cations and the weakness Of age
baffled medical skill and the loving
care of her family.
Funeral services will be held at
the family home on Thursday after
noon at two O'Clock, Rev. w. A. Mont
gomery, pastor Of the Presbyterian
church, officiating. Interment will be
made in Oakland cemetery.
Elizabeth Jones was born in Card
iganshire, South Wales, November 23,
1884. In July, 1857, she came to Amer
lea and Joined relatives in .Wiscon-
sin. On January 2, 1853, she was
married to Mr.. John Evans, who was
also of Cardiganshire, and the young
couple founded their home on Wis
consin farm. Later they decided to
join their old neighbors the D. w.
Jones family, and in 1868 moved to
Iowa. Their first location was the
Seth Brown farm north of Manches-
ter, but a short time later they
bought land in Coffins Grove town
ship, and by untiring industry, effort,
and self-denial converted the raw
prairie into a fine farm In working
out this financial success Mrs. Evans
bore her full share as a true help
meet; but a greater work was hers,
for she made the farmhouse "home"
to her large family, and no labor or
self-secr1fice was too great for her
to make if it would promote the COM
fort and happiness CT husband and
children. While she was unusually
devoted to her home and family she
was a woman of broad sympathies
and was ever ready to nurse sick
neighbor or help those in TROUBLE.
Her hospitality made the home at
tractive to many outside the family
circle. Though quiet and retiring in
disposition her love and devoted SER
vice won her tho friendship Of all
who knew her and made mother"
the ideal of her family.
.5i Mrs. Evans was Unitarian in faith.
She was first cousin to the we'll
known Unitarian clergyman, Rev.
Jenkin Lloyd Jones. =:
TOssMr.4 and IN rs Evans were horn,
ten child dren: David, new Of White
Lake, South Dakota ]; ;;s John, Thomas:
Mrs. Ann Lee, William. and enkin,
AN OF coffins Grove; Richard, Of
Warden, Washington: Mrs. Margaret
Genny, of Independence; Mrs Har-
ry Sly, OF near Manchester, and
Mary, who. lives with her parents,
in the home on Gay street, to which
they removed when advancing years
made it necessary for them to give
up the activities Of the farm. Mrs.
Evans is also survived by twenty
grandchildren.
The sympathy will be especially
rendered to her aged husband, bereft
Of her who has been his devoted
companion and helpmeet for fifty
eight years.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
INJURIES PROVE FATAL.

Guy Fargo, who was so frightful-
ly injured at the Chas. Robson farm
home last week, died as a result Of
the injuries. Mr.. Fargo was widely
known among the young people CT
that section of the county, and his
death has caused sorrow to many of
his friends, and especially to Mr.. and
Mrs Robson, for whom he has work
ed so faithfully for seven years, dis
playing always the same careful at
tention to his employers interest as
though he was working for himself.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
MISSIONARY MEETING.

The Womans Foreign Missionary
Society of the United Brethren
church will meet with Mrs. Hattie
Griffin next Saturday, March II, for
an all day session. Picnic dinner at
n~on. AS this is the last meeting of
the year those having thankoffering
boxes will please bring them. Also
special and birthday offerings will be
accepted at this meeting. All are
invited to come and spend the day
with us. All will be sure of a hearty
welcome Remember tie date.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
JOINS ALLIED ARMIES,

Charles Giomc, who formerly resid-
ed in Manchester, but who has beeen
living in Hampton for several years,
has answered the call of his native
country and has returned to Italy to
join the ranks, in defense of his peo-
pie. We understand that Mr. Gicmo
left several weeks ago, and is at
this time nearing his native country.
He has wife and three small child
rem, who will remain in this country.
While he resided in Manct ester he
was employed as cobbler in P. F.
Madden's shoe repair department.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
FAIR PROSPECTS DISCUSSED.

A number OF the business men of
Manchester held meeting at tie
court house Tuesday evening to dis
cuss the prospects of holding a
ccunty fair this fall. Inasmuch as
only small number OF the business
men werrn at the meeting no definite
p!as could be determined upon. A
committee, composed of Harry Ut
ley, P. F. Madden. J. J. Goen. and
A. ]. Gildner. was appointed to form
ulate scme definite plans, and can
vas the business men as to what ex-
tent each one desires to assist the
movement in a financial way.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
GEO, CLEMANS CITY MARSHAL

The city council met in special ses-
sion in City Clerk Wilson's office on
Judging from the number of appllca-
tiOns for the office of city marshal.
Judging frcm the number of appica-
tions the city marshals job must be
desirable position. After discussing
the qualifications CT nine applicants,
the mayor and council unanimously
voted to- appoint Geo. Clemans as
marsha,, to succeed Ed Asher. We
believe that the appointment of Mr..
Clemans will meet with the hearty ar
rrcval IN the part Of the citizens of
Manchester. We also believe that Mr..
Clemans will do all in his power to
see that the city ordinances are en-
forced
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
FREE TRIP TO IOWA STATE FAIR

The annual essay contest is under
way in this county to determine a
representative to the State Fair
Boys Encampment. Each county in
the state conducts this contest. The
winner in each case is given trip
to the greatest state fair in the
Union free of all expense. The sub
ject for the essays is "How Good
Roads Will Benefit the Iowa Farm
er." The essays must consist of not
less than five hundred nor more than
ono thousand words and must be
placed on file with the County Su-
perintendent before April Is. Compe-
tition will be limited to boys of good
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
ADVERTISED LETTERS.

Letters remaining uncalled for for
March 9Th, 1916: !
Bates, H. M.
Clarke, Mrs. I.
Fuller, Mrs. Lucy
Johnson, Peter
Julfs, Ben 4
Morris, J. r. .n. ..x ..z...~@~.
otley, Richsrd q q -; :=:s So. TT. ~
Pc pies Light CO.. H. yf.ss ~ =
Schultz, Herrn (2)~TA '@rs~~,
Scderstrom, Albert y -......
Williams, Mrs. Rose .a.+-.
Those letters will be sent to the
dead letter office March Both if not
called before that date.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
S19O PER ACRE,

Mr. and Mrs. Barney Koelker sod
their 160 acre farm in Colony town.
ship to Mr. Herman Westhoff, the
deal being ccnsummated recently
This farm, which is one of the best
in the county, brought the handsome
price Of $3.50 per acre.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
ST. PATRICk'S DAY CELEBRA.
TION

The good people of Delhi invite
all of their friends to a St. Patrick's
day celebration which is to be held
in the G. A. r. Hall ON the evening
of March 18th. Music, entertainment,
addresses and banquet will all con-
tribute to the enjoyment of tie
occasion
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08

-Mnward Dennis, who spent several
weeks with his parents in Manchester
has secured an excellent position
with the Interurban railway company,
being stationed at Denver, a short
distance north of WATERLOO.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
NORTHEASTERN IOWA TEACHER
ASSOCIATION.

The executive committee of tt e
Northeastern Iowa Teachers Associ-
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-03-08
MARRIAGE LICENSES

Ben Trolson, and Viola Williams.
Henry L. Scheer and Edith E. Pra-
bel.
William L. Leonard and Alta B.
Stone.
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1916-07-07
ROY JORDAN AcsUITTED
OF KILLING HIS WIFE.

Roy Jordan was acquitted last Satur-
day at Portsmouth. Ohio, u the charge
Of killing his wife. The trial Of the case
occupied fiye days. and was strongly
contested BY both sides The State pro-
duced some strong circumstantiaI eyi-
dence against him but this was more
than offset by the defense. JOrdan's
testimony In his own behalf was very
convincing. Two young sons testified
that they believed their father killed
their mother. but the oldest son swOre
he and his father we're at work in the
field when the gun fired the fatal shot.
The general conclusion from all the
testimony IL that a little son. eight
years old. accidentally discharged the
weapon that killed his mother He stat
81 that he was playing with the gun
and Tried % pull the hammer hack.
when his thumb slipped and the weap-
on vas discharged. blowing MS moth
ers brains out
Jordan and his wife we're natives u
this county ard moved 10 Portsmouth
three or four years ago. Mrs Jordan
was a daughter of Dave Poster.
W u. OSeal and VIM Savage were
attorneys for Jordan
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1916-07-07
COB. LOCKWOOD KILLED
BY FALL FROM TREsTLE

Cob lockwood. c. 4 o. bridge car
peuter. fell from bridge at ThurmCnd.
" Va. Wednesday and died before he
reached the hospital He lived near
Savage Branch station on the Big San
dy division. where the burial took place
Thursday. He was about 50 years old
and leaves a wife and several children.
most Of them grown His wife was a
daughter Of Frank Johnson. formerly
Of Peach Orchard. Her brothers. Char
ley and Jack. and sisters Mrs John
Warwick and Mrs. Guy White. from
Williamson. attended the funeral
Z Mr.. lockwood had a narrow escape
from death when the bridge at Guyan-
dot gave way under the weight Of q
train about two years ago He was
one Of three men who got out Of the
water uninjursd- Mr. lockwood was
a good citizen. industrious and honest.
and his death II deeply regretted
The Big Sandy news. [volume] (Louisa, Ky.) 1885-1929, 1916-07-07
FORTY YEARS AGO.

Ito Dr.. c. W. WrOten-l
i've wandered hack to Louisa, Doc.
And rr1d upon The streets
which pass the old Masonic hall.
Where hrst we Glanced 70 meet
n county examination. sir.
when sou desired u Ersn-
sf1zr many q Is knew how % spell
just forty years ago
But none were left 10 gree; me. Doc.
Oniy you were left there 70 show
That affabIe and cordial hand.
WHzch Ee aere W6lt % know
That ~ b-1cE HalTs ssill'ou sfe spot
Where AiaS5us eorre an-i 20
trt say the Tite IS Their us=d to d..
E1s- Forty Years Aso-
shG whe- / took Your trenbliug IaE
And viewed y0Ir vErlukiet rs7uE-
I selt inclined riEht OF The spot
~ give y0ur neck q hug
Fs-r when saw yosr silvs-y locks
Your step 50 stzid and sl0E.
shudte-e5 Doc. to see s1eh change
since forty years ago
And thea / thought that maybe l
) nv ti1y tpp mlEEi ctl4nEe-
Ard -r5w old and have 20 shoot
Al somewhat closer range
ro- was oniy twenty Then
All uoE scarcely kneW
How ! hare spent nv precious time.
Siuoe Forty Years Ago
l ne, Bud Vaughan upon the street
who uas once - hank and thin
And now why. Dec it's 1usi : s-=ht
For ne % look al him
I.sfe and Gum and Crooks and Aug and
Dcctur Joe
Ard Others. too. whom first ] met
Jus, Forty Years AGO
But. nl-, W cannot help our thoughts
which coue rushing On rs now.
while some ~ them l pat away,
But Others stay somehow.
And there is one that stays with me
Ana viii ncs now let -
And its as pleasing now 70 me
As twas forty yrars agN
l.,v,, 10 think ~ her, dear DIG.
Altho they say shes dead.