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Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
WEAVER PROVED TO BE
A DELIGHTFUL SPEAKER

The people of Audubon and vicin-
ity had the privilege of hearing the
Hon. j. b. Weaver, of Des Moines,
in a patriotic address at the Pres
byterian church last Thursday even
ing The speaker is the son of the
late General James B. Weaver. who
for years was widely known in all
parts of the country for his fearless
ness in expressing his views on ma
tional politics and all questions of
import to the citizens Of the United
States. The son is a chip of the old
block. He is the equal of his father
in word and action and the large
crowd that gathered to hear him was
more than delighted with the manner
in which he handled his subject.
Mr.. Weaver is the president of the
Red Cross Society in Iowa and he
has been travelling over large por-
ton of the state in the interest OF
Red Cross work. He is devoting all
his time to this important work with
out compensation and from the clear
manner in which ne presented the
work of the Society to the audience
in Audubon, proved beyond a ques-
ton of doubt that he was thorough
ly familiar With all phases of the
work. its aims. md finally the ac-
complishments I'D success it must
attain,
The speaker was, introduced by
Hon. III. j. Mantz. who served in the
| last General Assembly with Mr.
Weaver, and this was done in a most
pleasing and dignified manner. All
who heard Mr.. Weaver last Thursday
night would be pleased to hear him
at some future time in another Pat
riotic address.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
BOTH ARE STILL SICK

Mr.. and Mrs Jesse Humiston, who
went to Excelsior Springs, Mo-, sew
eral months ago, are not improving
as well as their many friends had
hoped. When they left here Mr..
Humiston was sorely afflicted with
rheumatism, but after he had been
at Excelsior Springs several weeks,
his condition became worse and other
complications arose. They sent for
DR.. Brooks, who remained with
them for a day and when he left
them he felt that Mr.. Humiston
would recover in time. Lately he
has been troubled with tonsilitis. and
to avoid further complications the
tonsils were removed and he is now
recovering from that operation I'M
der the careful attention of trained
nurse. Mrs. Humiston has also been
in poor health and is yet far from
being well. though with more settled
weather both hope to be out of doors
more, and as soon as they are able
they will return to Audubon.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
AUDUBON COUNTY
MAKES GOOD RECORD
Reports From All Over the County
Last Night Were to the Effect
That Bonds Were Selling

Audubon county last night reach
ed an amount over 100000 in the
sale of Liberty Bonds. The mark set
by the treasury department as to
Audubon countys Liberty Bond
quota was $250,00O. Not all of the
reports had been sent in last night
so that at the hour of going to press
this morning we are unable to give
the exact figures. but it is safe to say
that the amount will reach consid-
erably over 100000.
The city of Audubon and immed-
late vicinity purchased bonds to the
amount of practically $4,000 and
the rest of the county will bring the
total over 100000. A vigorous cam
paign was launched about a week
ago and the last few days those hav-
ing the sale of bonds have met with
splendid success. 1t was hoped that
the full amount apportioned to the
county would be subscribed, but the
county having only twelve townships
it is considered that the amount Sc
cured is in reality most liberal
share.
Mr.. Webster, the gentleman who
spoke to the people of the town a
couple of weeks ago, was in the city
last night and complimented the peo-
pie of the county very highly for the
magnificent manner in which they
responded to the call. The exact
figures will probably be available to-
morrow when all reports will have
been made and the total amounts
forwarded to the Federal Reserve
Bank in Chicago.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
nine MORE BOYS
ENLIST in ARMY
Recruiting Officer George Dawson
Secures Nine Audubon County
Boys Who Will Leave
Tnvpnrvou

Audubon County is furnishing her
full quota of men for all branches
of the service in the United States
army. During the past several weeks
-"mber Of young men have gone
to DIANA and Des Moines to enlist
in the army or navy. Later the gov
ernor sent George Dawson to Audu-
bon as a recruiting officer. After
making a number of public speeches
in an endeavOr to arouse more patri-
otism, Mr.. Dawson was successful in
interesting nine young men from ali
parts of the county to volunteer their
services. Those who have enlisted
and passed the physical examination
are:
Edmund c. Bruhn
Harry p. Hunt.
Clyde p. Rising
George Roth
Bruce F. Benton
Claude p. Williamson
Carl Fl. Charter
Ward c. Lawler
George H. Dewey
Captain Ross, of Red Oak will ar
rive in the city tomorrow to author
ize s. local physician co hold the
med'cal examination after which all
who pass will be taken to camp at
Red Oak on the afternoon train
where intensive training will begin
Immediately. These young men will
be members of Co. M. Bird regiment
of Iowa Infantry.
1t is likely that large number OF
citizens will be at the depot VIII an the
boys leave and this is as IT should
| be. for they are sacrificing every
thing to protect our flag and defend
our nation.
Mr. Dawson is to be commended
| for his splendid work. He Will re.
main here a few days longer to ac-
cept applicants between the ages OF
Is and As. He says he will talk with
any one interested in the organiza-
ton of the army. and answer any
questions regarding enlistments.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
CHURCH GIVES A FAREWELL

A pleasant farewell surprise was
planned and successfully carried out
by the members of the Methodist
church last Friday evening when
many of them assembled in the par.
lors of the church to give a fare
well to Mr.. and Mrs. A. c. Harmon
and Mrs. Elizabeth Carr. They had
been invited to the home of Mr.. and
Mrs. Frank Johnson for supper and
later it was suggested that all OF
them go to the home of Mr.. and Mrs
E. Reed. which is Just west of the
church However. they did not 60
any further than the church. where
a large number of people had gather
ed. 1t did not dawn upon the unsus
pecting folks what it was all about
until they had been right royalty
welcomed. The surprise was COM
plete in every detail. A short pro-
gram was carried out during the So
cial hour after which refreshments
were served. Before leaving Mrs.
Harmon and Mrs. Carr were each pre-
scented with silver sandwich plate
as remembrances and tokens of the
high esteem in which they were held
by the members of the church. Both
Mrs. Harmon and Mrs. Carr have
taken prominent part in the church
work and it is with much regret that
they leave Mr.. Harmon was a mem.
Der of the official board and he will
also be missed in all the departments
of the church. That they may enjoy
their new home in Iowa City is the
wish of all who know them.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
A BAD HAIL STORM

A severe rain and hail storm visit
ed sections of Audubon county last
Tuesday night. There was an I'M
usual amount of lightning and con-
siderable wind. Here in the city it
hailed some but no damage was done.
However. in Melville township a strip
of territory covering several miles
was laid waste by the storm. The
small grain was practically ruined.
The corn was cut off at the ground,
but it is thought it will sprout again.
The worst part of the storm struck
near Ralph Thomas place south OF
town. taking a northeasterly course
toward Larland. John Parnham.
JnO. Sunberg and Charles Lafoy were
completely hailed out. They report
that all crops have been damaged to
such an extent that everything will
be a total loss.
North of town hail did consider
able damage, but not so serious as in
the southeast part of the county.
Rain fell in torrents and all streams
were taxed to their full capacity. In
some places it was impossible for the
mail carriers to cross the streams
without assistance.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
CAN REPORT GOOD SERVICE

Mr.. and Mrs. G. II. Virtue re-
turned from Council Bluffs Tuesday
where they had been over Sunday
visiting relatives. While there Mr..
Virtue was in consultation with Mr..
Frank Elgan, the district manager,
and to carry the good news to him
that the Audubon exchange was in
tip top condition and that the sub
scribers couldn't help but be more
than satisfied with Mr.. Virtue as To-
cal manager, in the administration
of local affairs. We might add that
the telephone service in Audubon
was never better than 1t is at the
present time, and for this Mr.. Virtue
comes in for full share of credit.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
son ENLISTS IN CAVALRY

Paul Svendsen came from Omaha
yesterday and surprised his father,
John p. Svendsen. the new baker at
the Jensen Bakery. Paul, who is
% years OF age. enlisted in the cav
airy at Omaha last week and to-
morrow leaves with Nebraska reg
iment for Fort Logan. Colo. He
came to visit his father and to bid
him goodbye. He said he expected
to see service in the army and would
probably often think of the good
things to eat his father was making
and would no doubt get homesick to
visit Jensen's Bakery to fill up oc-
casionally.
All hope that Paul will return in
safety and that he will not be conn.,
PEELED to endure many of the hard
ships that the soldiers now do in all
parts of Europe.
Another son, Chris. aged 21, has
also enlisted but was unable to pay
his father a visit before leaving.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14

Phelps, on behalf of the Club, pre-
sented Mrs. Harmon and Mrs. Carr
each with little booklet entitled
From Me and Mine to Thee and
Thine" in which were written the
names of all the guests present.
These little tokens of remembrance
were gladly received and serve to re-
mind them of the esteem in which
they were held by the entire mem
bership of this popular Club.
Mrs. Rem Phelps and Mrs. VIM.
Rucker planned and carried out the
entire evenings program and they
were highly complimented for the ex-
cellent manner in which every little
detail was looked after.
Mr.. and Mrs. Harmon and son
Harold and Mrs. Carr and her two
daughters leave soon for Iowa City
to make their home and the best
wishes of all will follow them.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
LINEN SHOWER FOR BRIDE

Misses Dollie Swezey and Gertrude
Dye entertained a number of friends
at the home of Miss SweZey last
Monday evening as a courtesy to Miss
Mabel Laubender, who was to be
married on Tuesday. Seventeen of
the closest friends of the bride to be
were present. After spending the ev-
ening in a social way, interspersed
with music, refreshments were serv-
ed. A generous shower of gifts, con-
sisting principally of linen articles
and pieces of fancy work, were pre-
sented to Miss Laubender, neatly ar
ranged in a large basket. This
shower was greatly appreciated by
the honoree and will ever linger in
her memory and bring back many
pleasant recollections as the years
pass by. Miss Nellie Hughes. of Imo-
gene, and Miss Vern McNary, of
Griswold. were out-of-town guests.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
RESIDENTS GIVEN
ROUSINC FAREWELL
Families Who Have Been Prominent
In Social Affairs I'm the City
Are Given Fitting
/ Farewell

The Woman's Club of Audubon
gave a very pleasing farewell party
to Mrs. A. c. Harmon and Mrs. Eliz-
abeth Carr last Saturday evening at
Watts hall. Both of them had been
very active in all the affairs of the
Club and it was only fitting that such
a delightful affair should be given on
their departure from the city.
The hall was artistically decorated
in red, white and blue, by Mrs. B. r.
CASTOR and her committee, and pre-
scented a pleasing spectacle as the
ladies and their husbands entered the
hall where they were received by Mrs.
Alvin Cole, Mrs. H. A. Northup and
Mrs. H. G. Rice.
Mrs. John Wagner had charge of
the entertainment of the evening and
the following program was carried
out:
Song-America-B ALI.
Reading Esther Fulton
when Sockery Sets Hen"
Song-America .......-..........--. BY All
"Auld Lang Syne"
Reading .............. Mrs. Jno. Wagner
"Too Much of Lady"
The program, though short, was
quite spicy and thoroughly appreci-
ated, in fact many of the numbers
were heartily applauded and were
compelled to respond with an en-
core number.
The day happened also to be Mr..
Harmon's 43rd birthday anniversary
and for his part of the festivities a
large birthday cake was placed in
the center of large table surround
ed by 43 lighted candles. When 1t
came time for refreshments he was
given the honor of cutting the cake
and serving the guests. The center
of the cake was reserved for him.
self, on the inside of which was a
gift. This small token was later
passed around the hall and viewed
by the guests. 1t was of such value
that Mr.. Harmon will keep it as one
of the souvenirs of Audubon and a
reminder of this pleasant occasion.
Frappe and waters were served
during the evening, Mrs. j. A. Ora
ham and Mrs. F. A. Buthweg pre-
siding at the punch bowl. Mrs. Stur.
devant had charge of the refresh
ments.
Just before leaving, Mrs. Rem
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
WAS GIVEN A 5000 FINE

Wheeler Harrison, the young man
who refused to register on June 5th,
claiming that he was not of age, was
taken before Judge Rockafellow
Monday. He was fined $500 for vot-
ing when not qualified, and not be-
ing able to pay the fine was ordered
confined to the county Jail for term
not to exceed sixty days. Young
Harrison voted at the election last
fall. On June 5th, when all men be-
tween the ages of 81 and 81 were re-
quired to register. Harrison refused
on the grounds that he was not Of
age. His mother in Illinois verified
the statement the boy had made. I'm
fine. Harrison will be a boarder with
Sheriff Wilson for sixty days.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
BOYS TO ENJOY A
PICNIC ON SATURDAY

The members of the Boys Acre
Corn Club of Audubon County have
planned to hold picnic in this city
on Saturday of this week. All ar
rangements have been made to make
the day one of pleasure and profit to
all. The boys will gather at the
office of j. E. Herwin Saturday morn
ing at 1000 O'Clock. Prof. Wooters
of Ames. who has charge of the Boys
Acre Corn Club in this part of the
state, will be here and deliver a
lecture during the morning. The
picnic dinner will then be held
probably in the city park.
Another feature will be the show
ing of special film at the Crescent
theatre during the afternoon. This
will be especially Interesting to all
of the members Of this live organ.
ization. The membership of the
Club numbers 80 and is composed OF
the following:
Louis Bintner, Brayton. Iowa.
Cecil Burns, Hamlin. Iowa.
Dick Caldwell, Audubon Iowa, No
Donald Corwin, Audubon. Iowa
No. 2.
Gordon Corwin Audubon Iowa No
2.
Harold Dimick Extra, No. a..
Geo. Fabricus, Audubon, No. SIS
Lionel Fredericksen. Audubon, Ia
Lyle E. Graves. Audubon, Iowa
No g.
Frank Huffman Audubon, Iowa
No 6.
Andrew Jesser Audubon. Iowa.
Love Johnson, Extra. Iowa, No. 2
Richard Kerwin, Audubon. Iowa
No. 2.
Ralph Kness, Hamlin. Iowa No. 1
Walter Minerman Extra, Iowa.
Donald Myers, Hamlin, Iowa, No
Ernest Nelson. Extra. Iowa, No. 2
Garland Nelson. Extra. Iowa No. 2
Ralph Newell. Audubon, Iowa
No. s.
Harvey Peterson, Extra, Iowa.
Victor Peterson. Extra. No. l.
William Shupe. Audubon. No. 5
Walter Ullerich. Gray. Iowa, No. /
Chris Topp, Audubon. Iowa.
Members of the Baby Beef Club
Howard Andersen, Ross, Iowa, No
Gus Dreher. Ross Iowa.
Emil Haeflinger, Audubon, Iowa
No. /.
Willie Haeflinger, Audubon, Iowa
No. /.
Roy Johnson, Audubon, Iowa.
Sam Rutherford. Ross. Iowa. No. 1
Arnold Shupe. Audubon, Iowa, No
William Shupe Audubon. Iowa, No
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
COURT AWARDS sum
TO WIFE and son
Short Session of Audubon County
District Court Held i'm the City
Monday With Judge ROcka-
fellow on Bench

A continued session of the May
term of the District Court was held
in Audubon Monday, Judge j. B..
Rockafellow presiding. The Court
was previously adjourned for that
date for the hearing in the matter
of Walter Cannon, delinquent. Wal
ter has been suffering from a severe
attack of rheumatism and has been
unable to appear in Court. His
hearing was continued until Monday
when it is thought he will be able
to be present.
The Judge gave an outline of what
his decree would be in the divorce
case of John p. Kraft VS.. Emma
Kraft, and the final decree is being
drafted. In substance the decree
will be as follows: The marriage
heretofore existing between John
P. Kraft and Emma Kraft is an
nulled, and she is given the custody
of their child, Harold Raymond. The
defendant is awarded 100000, to be
paid within a stated period by the
plaintiff In addition. plaintiff is re-
quired to provide 100000, which is
to be under the control of trustee
or guardian for a stated period, ten
y
which time the income from the
said 100000 is to be used for the
support of their child After the
expiration of the period fixed. the
/ 100000 is to go to Mrs. Kraft. A
! provision in the decree will provide
! that il the income from the $4,000. 90
! is not sufficient for the support of
their minor child. the plaintiff is not
I IN hn ntrih IN
! his relief. Another provision in the
decree will provide that in case of
| the death of the minor child. $4,000
/ of the 100000 will vest in the de-
PENDANT and the remaining 100000
revert to the plaintiff. Plaintiff to
pay all costs.
done. Among the matters disposed
of was the probating of the wills of
| William III. Nicholson and Niels c.
Hansen.
In the divorce case of Anna Jo-
hanna Berg VS.. Christian Berg. the
Judge made an order providing for
the payment of $500 per month
temporary alimony to the plaintiff
until the cause is disposed Of. The
plaintiff is also given use of the res
idence of the defendant in West Au-
dubon. except the barn and other
buildings, until cause is heard
Court adjourned Monday night I'M
til Monday morning June IS, when
the hearing in the Walter Cannon
matter will be held. Another mat
ter assigned for Monday is the hear
ing in the matter of the guardian
ship of Lydia McCammant, ct al. II
-. -. l.. L.
term will be concluded next Mon.
day
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
GETS DESERVED RECOGNITION

News comes from Creston that will
be of interest to many people in Au-
dubon. inasmuch as it concerns a
young boy who is the son of former
resident of this city. The dispatch
says: 1.-The secretary of the treasury
has offered any boy scout in the
United States who sells ten Liberty
Bonds, a medal of honor. Hugh
Tramp. son of Mr. and Mrs. Harry
Tramp, of this city. and a men,
her of Troop No. /. is the first scout
of the city to sell the required num-
Der of bonds. Hugh has sold $1.150
worth of bonds and will receive a
medal of honor"
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
MOTHER LEAVES \
LARGE FAMILY

News reached Audubon Saturday
of the death in Audubon township OF
Mrs. Joe Swinehart. a niece of VIM.
McLeran, Sr.. of this city. She had
been poorly for some time but her
condition was not deemed serious UNI
til a few days before her death. She
was splendid woman and had a
wide acquaintance in the south part
of the county. In her death she
leaves a husband and seven children,
the youngest a baby less than a
year old. Funeral services were held
from the home Tuesday afternoon
The many friends of the family here
and elsewhere will be panied to learn
of her untimely death.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
RED CROSS WEEK
JUNE 10 TO JUNE %

The President of the United States
and the Governor of the state of Iowa
have proclaimed this week as the
one in which an effort all over, the
United States shall be made to Sc
cure contributions for carrying on the
great work of the Red Gross. BY
doing your much or little. you will
not only alleviate suffering but help
win this war.
Contributions may be made at any
of the Red Cross stations or can be
sent to j. E. Kerwin, secetary. Do
your best and do it cheerfully.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
MEETING OF GIRLS CLUB

The members of the Club known
as the I. n. Club, held their social
evening with Miss Leona Wilson last
Tuesday evening. An exceptionally
good time was enjoyed by all and
after an evening spent in games and
various amusements. refreshments
were served. The object of the Club
is to promote sociability and as the
summer months are here. the men,
bers look forward to many pleasant
evenings.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
WILL HAVE SOCIAL NIGHT

The members of the w. o. w
lodge in Audubon have decided that
the last meeting night of each month
will be designated as a Boosters
Night. at which time all members
will be permitted to bring friend
The evening will be devoted to so.
liability and a general good time
In this way II is hoped that the lodge
may contine to thrive and grow in
membership in the future as 1t has
in the past.
Audubon Republican. [volume] (Audubon, Iowa) 1894-1925, 1917-06-14
THIS Is FLAG DAY

This is Flag Day and in all parts
of the country appropriate patriotic
meetings will be held. Audubon will
hold a meeting tonight. There will
be patriotic music on the street by
the band, after which the following
program will be given at the Meth
odist church. beginning at 500 p.
NJ.
Song Audience
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-02-04
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PROCLAMATION

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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-02-04

The inhabitants Of either sex are
strictly iorbrddsa to leave then homes
except where u IS absolutely imPera-
tive To make short ersnds for the Pur.
pose Of buying the necessities Of life.
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one 10 leave the house under any CIR
cumsianees.
Whoever attempts to leave this
ae,ghborbood, by night or day, under
any preie1i whatsoever. will be shot
II u forbidden to gather potatoes
except with the eonsen, Of the com
asnder and under military surveillance.
The German troops have been
ordered strictly 10 execute these com
uand, by ,enunes and patrols who
are authorized to shoot anyone who
's.h To obey them.
August 1914
General Commander IN Chei.