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American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1917-09-07

Most business mon would not feed
their lows hay just because Il hap
pened 20 be on hand II no could sell
that hay and buy other feed which
would produce more milk. Last year
/ sold 5000 worth OF alfalfa and pur-
chased feed valued at s996.95. l did
this 50 l could have a balanced ration.
and | know my cows like a change In
feed.
Il try TO make each COW as comfort
able as possible. | give her soft bed
ding. curry her. and speak to her kind
ly. | find that those increase the divl
dend from my milk pals.
II make a difference in the amount
OF feed l give 20 a COW Weighing 1000
pounds and one weighing 1900 pounds.
Reason shows me hat although the
larger COW may not produce the larg.
ost amount Of butterfat. more feed Is
required for her maintenance. This
food. OF course. will vary from the
kind OF food fed for butterfat. l think
that the secret OF success or failure
In the dairy business lies In the worth
OF the individual COW.
Il know Il Is possible and profit.
able to have one head OF stock on
zach acre. My silo and alfalfa fields
have helped me TO unlock the secret
OF money-making on the small farm"
A few acres we'll titled often Yield
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1917-09-07

inoculated my alfalfa field with the
soil in which the clover had been grow.
ing, The stand did not satisfy me, so
that when I planted my second field
I fortified the field before blowing
1t In the fall. disking and narrowing
In the spring.
MY first field yielded I'VE toni to
the acre. but il did not satisfy me.
1 bought a lime sower and ground lime
stone. and inoculated the soil from the
old field at the rate OF 500 pounds OF
soil to 1000 pounds OF ground lime
stone. / Bowed 20 pounds OF alfalfa
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1917-09-07

vastly more pleasure and pront than
do larger but less carefully managed
farms.
A silo Is one OF the most essential
things on the farm. You may think
you can't anord a silo. but you can't
anord TO be without one. A silo should
Dc a part OF the permanent improve
ments on every farm. There is no
doubt as TO it's advantages. II is abb
soiutely essential for the economical
feeding OF live stock. and especially
for the profitable production OF milk
and beef.
American Falls press. [volume] (American Falls, Idaho) 1907-1937, 1917-09-07
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Mechanics and Automobile Men
Wanted by the Thousands
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comodatiOns.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Death of Daniel Riley.

|. After only three days illness from
paralysis Daniel Riley, one of De-
corah's well known pioneer citizens
passed away at his home in this city
last Saturday, and his death was a
Isurprise and shock to many friends,
as his illness was not generally
known. He was born in London,
England, Feb. "a, 1851 and came to
the United States with his parents
in 1855, and with the exception of
ten years residence in Rice Lake,
Wis, this city had always been his
home. 49,
For many years Mr.. Riley was
one of Decorah's well known and ex-
pert brick masons, and he assisted in
erecting many of the prominent
buildings in this city, as well as
many others all over the state. Mr..
Riley was man possessed of most
congenial nature, and he made
friends on every hand and enjoyed
the respect and esteem of all dur
ing all his life here, and his was
we'll spent life and he was respected
! for his unfaltering allegiance to
principles of honorable manhood as
manifested in business relations, in
matters of citizenship, and in all
phases of life.
On Oct. 6, 1875, he was united in
marriage to Frances l.. Plato, in De-
corah, and three daughters were
born to the union, Nora, now Mrs
w. S. Riley, of Faribault, Mimi;
Jessie and Maggie, the latter two
having preceded their father in
death. He is survived by the be-
ireaved wife and mother and one
| daughter, Mrs. Riley, who have the
sympathy of all in their loss. He is
also survived by two sisters, Mrs.
Edward Vine, of DEBORAH, and Mrs.
w. A. Bonstel, of Ventura, Cal.
The funeral services were held
yesterday from the home, Rev. VIM.
McVettie of Grace Episcopal church
and Dr. NJ. Willett of the Congrega-
tional church officiating, Interment
was ia Phelps cemetery.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Death of Matthew Eida.

Matthew Christianson Eida pas
sed away Sunday at his home in this
city, after a short illness OF only a
week, death being due primarily to
the infirmities of old age. The de-
ceased was born in Ranam Presto
jel, Norway, and in the year 1884
he came to the United States and di-
rect to DEBORAH. He received his
education in Norway. After coming
here he proved himself an industri-
Gus worker and for many years was
in the employ of John Stoskopf and
the late Chas. Lennon in their grain
and coal business.
The deceased was married in Nor
way to Sena Margretha Marthen-
son, and four children were born to
the union, Mrs. John Anderson, De
coIah; Mrs. John Gold, and one son
Carl, the latter two having passed
away some years ago. One child
passed away in infancy i'll Norway.
The wife and mother and one daugh-
ter. Mrs. Anderson survive.
The deceased was an honest, in
dustrious man, and upright in all
his dealings, and during his long
years of residence here made many
friends who will be sorry to hear OF
his passing, and the sympathy of all
is extended to the bereaved wife and
mother in their loss. The funeral
services were held yesterday after
noon from the United Lutheran
church, Rev. O. Glesne officiating
and interment was in the Norwegian
cemetery.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
FRANK H. HEWITT,
Last Week for Taxes.

If you haven't paid your taxes yet,
remember this is the last week to pay
them without a penalty being at
tached On next Saturday evening,
for the convenience of those who
cannot call at the treasurer's Office
in The day time, Treasurer Christen
will keep his Office open from Z 80
in the evening, until all are accom-
modated. Remember the last da~
is next Saturday. t. r4v
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Thanks.

l wish to express to the voters Of
the Fourth Ward, my appreciation
of the large majority which they
gave me in the recent city election.
1t makes me feel that I have the
good will and support of all the peo-
pie whom / represent in the Council.
The term just expiring was my first
on the council, and feel that I can
be of considerably more benefit to
the people of the ward now than be-
fore, and if you have any requests
to make or advice to give, just call
me up on the telephone and | will
be glad to do what 1 can.
af l.. B. WILLIS.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Doing Record Business.

Monday the American Drug &
Press Association of this city did a
record breaking business, the total
footings amounting to nearly 81, 900
more than any previous days bust
ness since the Association was es-
tablished. Their line of remedies,
perfumes, ETC., have proven wonder
full sellers, and have given the high
est satisfaction. The association
employs a large number of hands,
and keeps them working hard to fill
the many orders sent in daily.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Iowa Boys Corn Club.

Corn production is and will con-
tinue to be the great agricultural
crop industry in Iowa. The Boys
Corn Club was started for the pur-
pose of giving training to ambitious
boys who will by experience and
study learn and demonstrate the best
methods that can be worked out in
crop production.
Seven years ago the Iowa Boys
Corn Club was begun in small way.
Year by year it has grown until 1T
has enrolled members from every
county in the state; and now two
thirds of the counties in the state
are regularly organized with the
county and local corn club leaders. :
Following is the record of the
state corn club champions for the
past five years:
1912, state champion Earl Zeller
of Green County; yield per acre
141.6 bushels.
1913, state champion Arthur
Runft of Grundy County; yield per
acre 1863 bushels.
1914, Earl Zeller of Green Coun-
ty; yield 1894 bushels.
1915, Wade 'Hauser of Hardin
County; yield per acre 151.1 BUSH
| els.
1916, William Gale of Polk Coun-
ty; yield per acre 1853 bushels
In 1915 Wade Hauser was the
champion boy corn grower in the
thirty-three northern and western
states.
The average yield of all corn club
members who finished their work in
1916 was 63.S bushels per acre. This
lis record of which we are justly
proud.
How TO become "a Member.
Any Iowa boy over ten and under
nineteen years of age Jan. /, 1917 is
eligible. Enrolment may be made
by writing the County Superinten-
dent.
The county will be divided into
five districts as follows: 1st Ere
mont, Burr Oak, Hesper, Highland;
Ind Orleans, Button, Canoe and
Pleasant; 3rd Lincoln, Madison, De-
corah and Glenwood; 4th Sumner,
Calmar, Springfield and Frankville;
9TH Jackson, Washington, Military
and Bloomfield.
The bankers of DEBORAH will make
liberal cash prizes fol- winners in
each district and fifty dollars for the
one winning in the county.
III. Il. MILLER.
County Supt.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Departed for Canada.

Quite a number of DEBORAH and
Winneshiek County people left for
Canada Monday night to make their
future homes, for time at least.
Among those leaving were Peter
Blaess, Mrs. Ernie Emery, son and
daughter; Mr.. Erion Emery and
Grover McMullen. Their destination
was Vigerville, Alberta. Last eve
ming Messrs. Everett Oehler, Jack
Wyland and Earl White departed
for Moose Jaw, where they will work
the coming summer.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
JOHN CURTIN PASSES.
Well known Pioneer Citizen Passed
Away Thursday Night.

Last Thursday night at 10:40 o.
clock death claimed another of De-
corah's Oldest and most highly re-
spected citizens, Mr.. John Curtin,
father of Z. j. Curtin, president Of
the Citizens Savings Bank. He had
been sick for about week, death be-
ing due to hardening of the arteries.
Mr.. Curtin was born in Limerick,
Ireland, Dec. 81, 1885, and came to
this country with his parents when
four years of age; the parents locat-
ed in Allegheny County, New York,
where the family home was for
some years, and where Mr.. Curtin
received his education. In the year
1857, on May 2, nearly sixty years
ago, he came to DEBORAH and his
home had been here ever since, until
death claimed him. When he came
TO DEBORAH in the pioneer days, he
opened livery business here, in the
building now occupied by the O'Neil
& Olson blacksmith shop, which he
/ erected. He conducted his business
at this location for-Some years, al
forwards erecting a fine new build
ing on Washington street, now Occu-
pied by the DEBORAH Motor Car Co.
and he operated his livery business
IN this building until 1886, when he
retired. He was a man who was al
ways interested in fine horses, and
owned many good animals during
his lifetime here.
of modern ideas. He was well
equipped with a good education and
was one of the pioneers who strived
hard to assist in making DEBORAH
grow and prosper, and was always
interested in the welfare of the city.
For twenty-four years he was one of
the city's aldermen, being elected
first in the year 1882, and he assist
ed very materially in the develop
ment of the city. Some years ago
he acquired the land in the north
eastern section of the town, now
known as Curtin's Addition, and de-
veloped this section, plated out lots,
streets, etc., and today it is one of
the fine parts of the city, with
modern homes covering nearly the
entire addition.
For many years Mr.. Curtin had
been a director of the Citizens Saw
ings Bank, and his usual good judg-
ment%a and excellent business ideas
proved him valuable man for the
position, which he held with honor
to himself and the bank.
The deceased was married in An
gelica, n. Y, on June %, 1864, to
Mary p. Powers, who with one son
E. j. Curtin, survives, and they have
the sympathy of innumerable friends
IN their loss of this loyal husband
land father.
In the passing of this good man
the community loses a most repre-
sentative citizen, one who held the
confidence and high esteem of all
who ever had the pleasure Of his ac-
quaintance. He had not only been
an interested witness of the changes
that have occurred here, but was a
helpful and cooperant factor in
bringing this. city into the fore
ranks of the best cities in the
state.
The funeral services were held
Saturday morning at two O'Clock
from ST. Benedicr's Catholic church,
Of which he was a devout member,
Rev. Father Hogan officiating, and
interment was in the Catholic GENE
itery.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
See What the STAR Has First"
al

We have cancelled the TRIANGLE
Program, at least for the present, as
nearly all their favOrite Stars have
left them. We will watch their re-
leases and If in the future they
again come up to the required STAN
dard, we will then again book the
Program. In place of these we have
booked the new MARGUERITA
FISHER and MARY MILES MIN
TER series of pictures. We have al
SO booked new line of pictures to
be known as "STAR SUPER-DE
LUXE PRODUCTIONS" the first of
which will be CLARA KIMBALL
YOUNG in 1.-THE COMMON LAW"
Further particulars of this series
later.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
shipping Car Load Horses.

Andrew Anderson shipped car
of horses to Wisconsin markets this
morning, and tomorrow will ship
another car to New York to VIM.
Post & Son at Long Island.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Moved to North Dakota,

Nels Hellerud and family of Madi-
son township departed yesterday for
Granville, N. D., where they will
make their future home. They have
many friends here who will regret to
have them leave, but wish them luck
and happiness in their new home.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Episcopal Easter Sale.

The ladies of the Episcopal church
will hold their annual Easter sale OF
aprons, food and fancy work in the
Portman building on Saturday,
March 81. Adv.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Free.

Clerk What religion are you?
Recruit-Christian sir.
Recruiting Officer-That won't do.
You must say Church of England, F"
"R. c." presbyterian" or "Free
Church." e
Recruit-Think 1t must be the
last, sir. Anyhow, they didn't
charge me any thing the last time
went. -Bristal (England) Guar
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Card of Thanks.

The undersigned wishes to thank
the many kind neighbors and
friends for their assistance, sympa-
thy and floral offerings during the
illness and death of our beloved hus-
band and father.
Mrs. Frances l.. Riley.
Mrs. w. S. Riley.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Anniversary Sale.

Begins tomorrow. Don't forget
that every item is quality item,
and that they will be sold only upon
the days they are advertised.
FRED ]. ROSENTHAL.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Canada Offers
I6O Acres Land
free to Farm H ands
Bonus of Western Canada Land to
Men Who Assist i'm Maintain
ing Needed Grain Pro-
ductiOn

The demand for farm labor in
Canada is so great that as an in
ducement to secure at once the nee
'essary help required, Canada will
give one hundred and sixty acres of
land free as a homestead and allow
the farm laborer, who files on land,
apply the time he is working for 9TH
er farmers as residence duties the
same as if he had lived or the land
he had applied for. This offer made
only to men working on Canadian
farms for at least 6 months during
1917, thus reducing the necessity
of actual residence to years instead
of 3 years, as under usual conditions.
This appeal for farm help is in no
way connected with enlistment for
military service but solely to secure
farm laborers to increase agriculture
al output. A wonderful opportunf-
ty to earn good wages while secur-
ing a farm. Canadian Government
Will pay all fare over one cent per
mile from st. Paul and Duluth to
Canadian destination. Information
as to low railway rates, etc, may be
had on application to
FRANK H. HEWITT,
Canadian Government Agent
2O2 w. 9TH ST., Des MOines, Iowa.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
{. ]. H ]OK ELECTED MAYOR
DEBORAH CITY ELECTION MON
DAY BROUGHT OUT RECORD
VOTE.
Atty. Hook Won the Mayors Race by
a Majority of SO.

Il Vi thO nayOI OLlC0 l,UoZ votes
were cast, and allowing two or three
spoiled ballots for each of the five
wards, it is safe to say that in the
neighborhood of 1,07O men voted.
In the race for the mayors office
Atty. E. ]. Hook won out over DR..
F. w. Conover, with a majority of
IS. While neither candidate ap-
peared to work very hard, they got
about the city the best they could.
and as result big vote was out.
The contest was a friendly one and
mud singing was not INDUCED in.
Both candidates were good men,
and the people knew it. Atty. Hook
we predict will make a good mayor
for the city, and will give as good
and sound administration as is in
his power
In the race for Aldermen at-Large,
II. Engbretson and r. b. Bergeson
were the successful candidates out
of the five in the race, each receiv-
ing large vote.
For ward aldermen the race was
close in two wards, the first and sec
ond. In the first ward j. j. Mean
drews and j. E. Payne were tied,
with 126 votes each. The judges
counted and recounted the ballots.
First one candidate had a majority,
then the other, and the final count
resulted in tie. 1t was decided Tues
day morning at the city hall, by the
canvassing board, which is made up
of the mayor and city clerk. The
code of Iowa provides in such cases
that the names Of the candidates be
placed in receptacle and one of the
names drawn out, and the first can
dldate's name drawn be declared
the winner. This was done and the
names of Messrs. McAndrews and
Payne were placed in a hat and
Mayor Baker drew out the name of
the former and McAndrews was the
winner of the Office. The vote in
the first ward this year was the larg-
est ever cast there, we believe, go
votes. IS
In the second ward another close
race was staged, Alderman B. j. Nc
Kay winning out over A. T. Holton
iby majority of votes.
The third ward candidate, Alder
man Richard Bucknell, had no OPP
position and he received 127 votes.
This is Mr.. Bucknell's fourth term
and he has never had any opposi-
ton, which looks as if the people in
his ward are satisfied with his servi-
ces.
In the fourth ward Alderman l..
b. Willis was reelected by a ma
jority Of 119 over his opponent, Mr..
A. n Vance.
The fifth ward candidates were
Messrs. Geo. Hislop and A. S. Olson,
and Mr.. Hislop won with a major
lty or 90.
T.. j. Curtin was elected city
treasurer by big vote, and John
Hargreaves was reelected city as
SCISSOR, and S. Larsen park commits
sioner
The DEBORAH Merchants Band was
out Monday night and last night and
lserenaded the successful candidates
with their excellent music, which
was very highly appreciated by
| them.
The new mayor and council will
take their offices next Monday night
Following is the vote for the various
candidates in the different wards:
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Opening Banquet in New Methodist
Basement

Opening Banquet in New Methodist
Basement.
The ladies of the Methodist church
are planning to give a big banquet in
their new basement Wednesday,
March 2S, from to s P. NJ. The
following will be the
MENU:
Cream of Tomato Soup
Roast Beef Roast Pork
Oysters en- Casserole
Mashed Potatoes Dreamed Peas
Pickles Jelly
Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream
Lemon Ice
Tea Coffee
Admission: Adults SOC, children 25c.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Gard Of Thanks.

! wish to thank my friends for
their kind support rendered me at
recent election.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28

NO SHOW FRIDAY on account of
LECTURE COURSE.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28
Thursday, March %
In Addition to Special Picture Pro-
gram, we viii present the
GrinneII College Girls
GIee Club

.I-l Dung Ladies--.I
Classical and Popular Music. Vocal
and Instrumental numbers. Violin
Solos, Quartettes, etc. The second
part of the Program will be devoted
to FOLK DANCES IN COSTUME.
ONE BIG SHOW AT & O'CLOCK
But zoe TO All.
n tits the talk of the town we can
give such show for the money. We
admit we have got to sell nearly ev-
cry seat in the house to make en-
penseS but this entertainment is one
of our treats and not profit
maker. Come early.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1917-03-28

ID. SWENSoN.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-10-25

Greque dance and the second an in
depreciation of "Somewhere a Voice
is Calling" to the musical prese lta-
tons of Mrs. Martin W. Roam and
Miss Bayliss. Miss Arnold also pre-
sented two of her pupils, Kathleen
Karquis and Alta Jones in a colonial
dance in costume.
A tea was given Wednesday after
noon by Sister Boaiface of the St. Al
exius hospital and other sisters of the
institution. The hours were from 4
o'clock to 6. This was followed by
an auto tour OF the city
Much business was transacted dur.
ing the afternoon session when re-
ports of the nominating committee
and the committee on resolutions were
given. Interesting papers and an ad-
dress by DR.. F B. Strauss of Bis.
marck made up the morning program.
DR.. Strauss spoke on Care and pho
phylaxia of Communicable Diseases y
Miss Lena Ginthner gave a paper on
Conservation of Foods and Hospital
Supplies" This was followed by a
discussion lead oy Miss McPake. A
Iacer on the "Origin and Work of the
Red Cross" was given by Miss Esther
v ally of Fargo. Discussion on this
work was led by Miss .'...e Walsh OF
Devils Lake.
The Bismarck tribune. [volume] (Bismarck, N.D.) 1916-current, 1917-10-25
1.-THE DEEMSTER" PLEASES
LARGE CROWDS.

In Minneapolis the newspaper cri-
tics, like those of New York city and
Chicago praise Hall Gaines "The
Deemster," the nine act, spectacular
drama which is to be seen at the
Orpheum again tonight, is one of the
most powerful and picturesque mov-
ing pictures ever made. The film ran
an entire week at the big Lyric and
caused widespread comment because
of its faithful and vivid Interpretation
of Hall Gaines grim old romance of
the Isle of Man. Perhaps the two
most interesting angles was the fiat
tering comments of the work done by
Derwent Hall Game, son of the author.
in the leading role and the highly
spectacular Photographic features
Two crowded houses saw "The Deem
ster" last night, and owing to lack of
seating capacity many patrons had to
be turned away. Everyone that was
present saw splendid photoplay pro-
duction from every detail THE Deem
ster" is in nine acts, and if you wish
to see real classic of the screen then
follow the crowds to the Orpheum to-
night, when this Hall Game master
piece will be shown at 7:15 and 9:15
sharp.
DR.. H. D. Palmer, osteopath, Or.
Bottoms office). Eppenger Bldg. Hours
by appointment. Lady attendant