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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
Death SADDENS
NUMEROUS HOMES
MRS. c. e. SAGER PASSES AWAY
AT HER HOME ON WEST UN-
ION STREET..
little ALICE kINNE IS SUMMONED
Mrs. !. n. Muckle Dies at Her Home
On Prospect Street Monday, Jan.
24th.

Attic Noble Sager, the below.
ed wife Of Chancey E. Sager, passed
away at her home on West Union
street on Monday, January oath, 1916
after an illness of many weeks. Fol
many years Mrs. Sager has been a
sufferer from asthma, but by reason
of her unusually rugged constitution
she was able to withstand the dis
ease, until other complications de-
veloped.
Funeral services will be held at the
family home on Union street on
Thursday afternoon at 2 O'Clock. The
services will be in charge of Rev.
w. j. Suckow, pastor Of the Congre-
gational church. Interment will be
in Oakland cemetery.
Attic M. Acers was born in Herki.
mer County, New York, September
18th, 184S, and when she was two
years old her parents removed to
Delaware county and located at what
is now North Manchester. Here she
grew to young womanhood. On
September 10th, 1858, in Manchester,
she was united in marriage with
James L. Noble. To this union there
were born three children: Mrs. w. c..
Blake, deceased; Adnel Noble, Of
Prairie township, and Edith, who
died in infancy. Mr.. Noble passed
away in Manchester November IL,
1879.
On December %, 1881, she was
united in marriage with Mr.. C. E.
Sager, with whom she has lived hap.
PLY for many years.
She is survived by her husband, c.
E. Sager, one son, Adnel Noble, Of
Prairie township, one sister, Mrs
Luther Sly, and one brother, Bert
Acers, and three grand children, Miss
May Noble and Misses Marian and
Zelda Blake OF this city. - ..,
Mrs. Sager was a member Of the
Congregational church, and the Eas.
tern Star and Lady Maccabees. She
took q keen interest in the activities
}which promoted the best In the social
life Of this comI1n nifty. In lodge c4r-,
cles she was honored ana IN her
death the societies suffer great
loss. Sh. was a kind neighbor, and,
a true friend, and many were the
kindly acts she performed fer those
she loved.
In her death, Mr.. Sager suffers the
loss Of true companion, and the
other members of her family part
with a kind mother and sister; and
in this great sorrow that has come
to them the sympathy of many
friends is extended.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
A STREAK OF ILL LUCK.

The family of L. E. Pride of this
city seems % be in for a series
of misfortunes lately. Last August
ono Of the sons was obliged to sub
NIT to an operation for appendicitis,
and not long after that experience
another of the children sustained a
severe fracture of the bones in his
arm, and on Friday evening Ro-
land, one Of the twin sons fell while
engaged in athletic sports at the
Scout headquarters and broke both
bones in his forearm. The fracture is
a severe one. and will lay the boy
up for several weeks.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
MRS. LEWIS A. PRATT.

Mrs. Lewis A. Pratt passed away
from the home of her son Charles,
at Castleton, North Dakota, Tuesday
evening, January 18th, 1916, at the
age of 68 years, months and %
days.
The news of Mrs. Pratt's death
came as a shock to the entire COM
munity, for only ten days before she
had left her home to spend the re-
mainder of the winter with her son
and family in Dakota, with the hope
that a change would bring renewed
strength and health, but on Sunday
tshe was strIckt.n wfttii1 pnen1nuli
passing away the following Tuesday,
as stated above. \ III. @1
The remains arrived In this city
Thursday evening and the funeral
services were held at the {: United
Brethren church on Saturday after
noon, conducted by the pastor, Rev.
Miss Hindes. Interment was made
at Oakland cemetery.
Lucyndia Dunken was born at Van
vert. Ohio, March 26, 1S47 Her
mother died when she was but five
years old, and she with her father
came to Indiana and then Iowa, set
thing near Clear Lake when but nine
years of age.
Later they moved to a farm near
Edgewood. When II years old, she
was united in marriage to Thomas
Hampstead. BY this union she had
one son. In 1871 she married Lewis
A. Pratt, two sons being born to
them.
Early in life Mrs. Pratt united
with the German Evangelical church
though she had not been privileged
to attend it's services for years. She
was a devoted and honored member
Of the Woman's Relief Corps Of this
city.
For the past twenty years Mr..
and Mrs. Pratt had made their home
in Manchester. She was a faithful
wife, devoted mother, kind neighbor
and friend and will be sincerely miss
ed by those who knew her.
She leaves to mourn her loss, her
husband, Lewis A. Pratt, three sons,
Albert T. Hampstead, and Joseph M.
Pratt of Manchester, and Charles H.
Pratt of Castleton, North Dakota.
two sisters, Mrs. Roenig of Manches-
ter, and Mrs. Brown of Texas.
That these friends have the SYM
pathy Of many friends and neighbors
was fully attested by the large con-
course who attended the funeral and
the floral offerings. X. x.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
JEwELL-slNcock WEDDING.

A wedding of much interest to the
people of Forestville and the vicin-
| ity occurred last week at the Metho-
dist parsonage at Lamont, Iowa. At
that time Miss Agnes Adaline Jewell,
tho oldest daughter of Mr.. and Mrs.
T. r. Jewell, of Richland township,
in this county, became the wife of
Samuel Henry Sincock of Scales
Mound, Illinois. The young people
were accompanied by Mr.. Albert Jew
ell, the brides brother, but were un-
attended during the ceremony. At
the hour of noon they stood and re
Ipeated the VOWS which united them
for life, the service being read by
the Rev. S. C. Bretnall, the pastor
Iof the Methodist church. The bride
was daintily attired in a gown of
white crepe du chien with white
messaline trimmings and the groom
wore a suit of blue serge. After a
short visit at the home of Mrs. Dan
iel Adams in Lamont the couple took
the train for Scales Mound, Illinois,
where they will make their home on
a farm three miles northwest of the
city. The bride has lived near Forest
vile for some years and has a large
circle of friends. She is an accom-
plished housekeeper and has been
the organist of the church in Forest
vile where she will be greatly miss
ed. The groom is a farmer and high
ly esteemed where he lives and is
worthy of the bride he has Won.
The best wishes of both communities
for their happiness are extended to
them x. X.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26

South Dakota; and Harry Muckler Of
Ryan. Mrs. Muckler is also survived
by three brothers, Frank and Charles
Dutton, of California, and Homer Dut-
ton Of Manchester, and two sisters,
Mrs. Mary Barker Of Wendell, Mime
sofa; and Mrs. Arthur, Of Palisades,
Colorado. Besides the relatives named
Mrs. Muckler leaves to mourn her
death a large number OF other rela-
tives.
Mrs. Muckler's death brings a great
sorrow to many Of the older residents
of the southern part Of the county,
who knew her so well for her many
good qualities of heart and mind.
To the grief stricken husband, and
the children the sympathy Of many
friends is extended.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
MANCHESTER, IOWA, JANUARY 26, 1916

these young people calls for the
heartiest well wishes from their
friends.
The bride has been one Of the
successful teachers Of the county,
and is a young woman of many
lovable traits of character. Mr..
Reed is the: buttermaker at the
Farmers Cooperative creamery in
this city. He is a buttermaker of
unusual ability. He has won numer-
GUS first prizes at dairy conven-
tions, and has been one of the most
efficient men in the employ Of the
local company.
Mr.. and Mrs. Reed have gone to
housekeeping in apartments over the
creamery, where they are at home
to their friends. The Democrat ex-
tends hearty congratulations to these
estimable young people.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
HIS BOTH BIRTH.
DAY.

Mr.. p S. French last Sunday cele-
brated his eightieth birthday. During
the last few days he has received
numerous letters and cards congratu-
lating him upon having reached
this advanced age, and the fact that
he is able to be about his work. and
enjoy mingling with his old time
friends and neightors. Mr.. French
il one Of the pioneer men of Manches:
ter, and has been one of The Demo
Gratis readers for over forty years.
We hope that he may be able to en-
Joy many more birthday celebrations.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
United Brethren,

Regular services on Sunday. Morn
ing worship, 10:30. Sunday school,
11:45. Evening service 1880.
Mid-week service Thursday even--
ing 7:30, at the parsonage. Lesson
study, Galations 3rd chapter
The Talitha Cumi Club will meet
with Hilder Kulberg on Saturday af-
ternoon at 2:30. All the members are
urged to be present.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
TEACHERS ATTEND STUDY CEN.
TER:

The first study center was held in
tho High school assembly room on
Saturday of last week and was at
tended by nearly one hundred of the
teachers of the county. The work of
the day was in charge of Prof. Macy
Campbell and Miss Effie Schuneman
Of Cedra Falls. The session proved
helpful to all of the teachers who
attended.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
CRAMER-REED MARRIAGE.

At noon, on January 10Th, at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. Frank
Cramer, south of Manchester, occur
red the marriage of Miss Ada Cram
er and Mr.. Elmer Reed, the Rev. c.
K. Hudson, performing the ceremony
in the presence of a company of rela-
tlves and friends. The marriage of
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
Presbyterian.

The regular services will be held
next Sunday. Preaching service at
10:30 a. m, and 1880 p. m. Sunday
school at 11:45, Christian Endeavor
meeting at 6:3O. Prayer meeting on
Thursday evening at 1880, and the
meeting of the training class fol-
lowing the prayer meeting.
The theme for the morning service
will be, Is Church Going Worth
While. The theme for the evening
service is Scriptural Multiplicity.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26

Judge George W. Dunham made
the following entries on the criminal
and probate dockets on Saturday and
Monday:
Criminal.
State of Iowa VS.. Will Coleman, Pat
rick McEnany and Glen McEnan.
The defendant Will Coleman ap-
peared in open court, and state tha
he was indicted in his right name,
and waived time of arraignment
and formal arraignment and also
valves time to plead. Defendant
pleaded guilty to the charge of as
sault and battery and is fined TWEEN.
ty-five dollars and costs. By con-
sent of the. county attorney the
cases against Patrick and Glen
McEnany were dismissed.
Probate.
Estate of Luther Tripp. Will and
codicil admitted to probate. Lucin-
da Trip appointed executor, with
out bond. -
Estate Of James Coleman. Will ad
mftted to probate on testimony of
W. B. Robinson. Nora Coleman ap-
pointed executrix, without bond.
Trustee Of Theodore Carter. Hear
ing on report of distribution set
for February 5, 1916.
Estate Of Seth Brown. Hearing set
for January 20, 1916.
Estate of w. J. Joslin. Hearing on
application to mortgage real estate,
set for February 5, 1916.
Estate of Mary A. Rea. Administra-
tor to sell personal property at pri-
vate sale at not less than appraised
value.
Estate of Aaron B. Dickey. Bess
Dickey appointed administrator.
Bond fixed at $$4, 900. 50. ~.
Estate of Aaron B. Dickey. Admins
traitor authorize ed to sell personal
prosperity at private or. pnblic sale
at not less hanfappraised value.
Estate OF William Robinson. Hearing
set for Saturday, January 20, 1916.
of Norville Sheppard.
Florence E. Sheppard appointed
guardian of property and person.
Bond $1,000.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
CARD PARTY,

The young 1au1es Of ST Mary's
church will entertain at card party
in the GMacabee hall Thursday even
ing, January 9th, 1916. Progressive
whist and Five Hundred will be
played, starting promptly at eight
o'clock. Everyone is cordially invited
to attend and bring your friend.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
CONGREGATIONAL.

1880. Morning worship. Theme of
sermon, Does the War Prove the
Breakdown of Christianity?
10:O0, Sunday school and Mems S
class.
$3.50, Junior Endeavor.
$50, Young Peoples meeting.
7:30, Illustrated Lecture on the
Women of the New Testament
Numerous fine stereopticon views will
be presented in illustration of the
theme.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
CARD OF THANKS

To the neighbors and friends who
so kindly assisted us during the i'll
ness of our beloved wife, mother and
sister, and to all who have express
ed their interest and symp athy, in
the great sorrow that has come to
us, we want to extend our hearty
thanks.
G. E. SAGER,
ADNEL NOBLE.
MRS. L. SLY & FAMILY.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
English Lutheran.

At the Methodist Episcopal church
next Sunday at 2:3O p. M, the regu-
lar English Lutheran services will be
conducted.
The subject will be, "a Life Well
Lived"
A most cordial invitation is ex-
tended to all to attend these services
and worship with u.s.
REV. CARL REMBOLD, Pastor.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

Elmer J. Reed, and Ada nj. Cram
er.
Ray F. Zirtzman, and Velva E.
Coleson.
John H. Naber, and Grace Bocken-
stedt.
Homer Phenicie, and Ellen NJ
Hazelrigg.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
COLESON--ZIRTZMAN.

On Wednesday afternoon, January
18th, 1916, at two o'clock, at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. E. A. Coleson
in this city, occurred the marriage Of
Miss Velva Coleson, and Mr.. Ray
Zirtzman, Of Dubuque. The ceremony
was performed in the presence Of i'm
mediate relatives only and was read
by Rev. c. K. Hudson, pastor Of the
Methodist Episcopal church. The
bride is a daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs.
Coleson, and is refined and lovable
young woman. Mr.. Zirtzman is q
son of Mr.. and Mrs. H. Zirtzman Of
this city. He is one Of the man
ayers of the Banner Dairy Restaurant
in Dubuque, and is a trustworthy
young man Of excellent character,
and is to be complimented upon his
choice of life companion. The best
wishes Of many friends accompany
the young people as they begin house
keeping in Dubuque. The Democrat
joins their hosts Of friends in ex-
tending congratulations.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
Lutheran,

The ladies Of the Frauen Verein
will meet with Mrs. Jacob Koehler,
Friday, p. m. There will be services
held by Rev. E. Melchert at the Pres
byterian church Jan. 80, 1870 D. m.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
SUPERVISOR,

I desire to announce to the voters
|of Delaware county that I am can-a
didate for supervisor on the Repub-
lican ticket for the term commence
ing January 1, 1917, subject to the
decision of the primary election OF
June, 1916. G. wendell. IA
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
MANCHESTER CHURCHES.
ST Paula

Rev. W. J. Suckow will preach at
this church next Sunday afternoon, at
$3.50. Sunday school at 2;3O.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
Christian Science,

The subject for the lesson next
Sunday is Spirit" Services each
Sunday at 10:3O, in the Carnegie H.
brary. The public is cordially invited.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
w O. w, Meeting,

Members of Jewell camp, w. o.
W., are reminded that the next
meeting will be held on Tuesday ev-
ening, February 1st. All members
are urged to be present.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
INSURANCE COMPANY
sues farmers
FARMERS ASKED TO APPEAR BE-
FORE A JUSTICE OF THE
PEACE IN POLK COUNTY,.
INTEREST CFNTERS In two SUITS
Farmers Engage Attorneys to Make
Defense, and Ask for Change OF
Venue.

ware county have about concluded
that a representative of the Federal
Mutual Insurance Association of Des
Moines, Iowa, has slipped one over
on them. plainly speaking; and now
these same farmers have made up
their minds that they pay the as
when the courts say the company
has a legal right to collect the as
sessments asked. Early last season,
Mr. Rudge, solicitor fer the Des
Moines c. mpany made tour of the
county and wrote a large amount OF
tornado insurance. At the time that
the farmers made application for tor
nado insurance, the proposition was.
represented to them in tempting
statements. They allege that they
were told that the annual assess
ments would not be over $500 on
thousand dollars of insurance. When
the notices of assessments came the
amounts they assert were four and
five times that sum. It is said that
a number Of the farmers paid their
assessments, but the larger part of j
the men deferred their payments,
and the result is that two suits have
been filed.
Messrs. NJ S. Hoghren and Frank
Peterson, of near Ryan, are defend
ants in suits filed in Justice Edwin
J. Frick's court, at Des Moines.
These men have employed attorneys
who went to Des Moines Monday ev-
ening to enter an appearance and \
ask for a change Of venue. In their
answer the defendants state that the
plaintiff company, it's managing off
GERS and it's agents and solicitors,
and particularly it's agent and solicit
tor, A. L. Rudge, fraudently conspir-
ed and agreed together with intent
to defraud the defendants and each
person becoming. member Of the
association, and falsly represent as
the inducement to secure the mem-
bers Signatures to stsse apple tcat.ollllss
for membership ana agreement to-
pay for: insurance ,i in the, associations.
In addition. to- charging the associa-
ton with Misrepresentation. the dee
PENDANTS also ask that the trial Of
the action should be transferred from
the Justice Court in Des Moines, to
the District court in Delaware coun.
ty. :: 80 ''si iss&,#
The men who have set out to
fight the case have authorized their
attorneys to make careful examina-
tion of all books and records and
papers Of the Federal Mutual Insur-
ance company, and books showing re-@
ceipts Of money and the disposition h
Of the money, for the purpose of de-
termining the cause for the unusual !.
assessments.
The outcome of these two suits will
be watched locally with unusual in
terest. The farmers who hold polio u
les with the Des Moines company.
contend that they have been the vic
Tins of smooth tongued agent, and Is
according to their statements are de-
termined to carry the fight to the
highest court if the company cannot 4
explain to their satisfaction why the
assessments for tornado insurance
should be so much more than was
represented to them when tn ey made
application for the insurance.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
ENTERTAIN MEMBERS OF BAR.

Mr.. and Mrs. c. G.. Yoran delight
fully entertained the members of the
Bar association, at their home on
East Union street last Saturday even
ing at six o'clock dinner. The af-
fair was planned as a surprise for
Mr.. Yoran's father, Calvin Yoran,
who on that day celebrated his birth
day anniversary. ..s
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
A.RICHARDSON.
Clerk Of Courts.

I desire to announce my candidacy
for the office of clerk of courts
of Delaware county, on the republi-
can ticket, subject to the decision
Of the primary election of June, 1916.
o. R. DUNHAM.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
POLITICAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:

I desire to announce to the voters
of Delaware county that am can
didate for nomination as county treas
urer, on the republican ticket, sub
ject to the decision Of the primary
election of June, 1916.
M. A.RICHARDSON.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26
DISTRICT COURT.

Judge George w. Dunham made
the following entries on the criminal
and probate dockets on Saturday and
Monday:
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1916-01-26

Attest: M J. YORAN,
Secretary.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-R. /. Red eggs for hatch
ing. Single settings or $4 per hum
dred; also one pen of IL r. /. hens.
Mrs. l. L. Hubbell. 56-42-2
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22
Bedding Markets
PRODUCE
Corrected EOery Wednesday

Chickens, live ............12h -13
Chickens, dressed rs
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

We are having a series of prayer
arvices leading up to the evangelistic
services which we expect to begin
soon under the leadership Of our
foung people. Three services were
ield on Monday and Wednesday, and
one will be held on Friday evening.
A general prayer service will be held
1t the church on Thursday conducted
~ the young people. We hold the
cottage prayer services at the follow
rg places: Monday evening at 7:30,
Richardson, leader; Mrs. Edgar Seel-
VS.. Alderman street, Byron Moore,
Ellie Jones', 416 Ranney street, Earl
leader; Tuesday evening at 7:30--
.hurch, +. L. Bailey, leader.
Wednesday evening-Mrs. Bliss,
Leonard street, Rev. Doty, leader;
cobt. McKiddie's, Wesley Friese, lead
err.
Thursday evening at church--Leon
Forman, leader.
Friday-C. f. Holcomb's, Elmer
harrington, leader; Byron Moore's,
Esmon Harrington, leader; Mrs. Con-
verses, Mrs. Lena Ayers, leader.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

The man who has money to burn
seldom uses any of it to help enlight-
en- the world.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Nine-room house with
barn, bath, electric lights, gas, city.
we'll and cistern water. Good con-
dition, good location. Can be bought
right. Inquire Baner Office. 26-39-tf
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Seven-ro house and
lot on north side-315 Leonard st.
Charles White. 22-3S-tf
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22
CARD OF THANKS

We wish to thank the many friends
and neighbors who so kindly assisted
US In our recent loss by fire.
Mrs. V. A. Guptill.
Elmer Guptill.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Slab wood, soc per cord.
Any quantity of top wood very
cheap. Frank Donovan, ST., Graf.
tan. 29-39-tf
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

Saturday evening we will have with
US the Alma College Glee club. The
Epworth League are securing these
reople TO raise money to help pay
their pledge on the debt.
next Sunday morning we will OBJ
serve the Centenary of Bishop AS
bury's death with an appropriate adj
dress.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

.OST-Pair of nose glasses with
automatic chain. Mrs. X. ii. Hall
7S-4S-l
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Eggs for Matching from
good laying strain-barred rocks,
Toe per Is eggs. Byron Moore 208
Il. Center street. b3-42-2
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Good house with large
cellar, cistern, $500, half down or
5000 cash. j. c. Zerba ..73-33-tf
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1916-03-22

FOR SALE-Four male pups, three.
months old; prices reasonable; in
quire TIC West May Street. A
Showers. 69-4S-l