Iowa
Old Press
THE FREMONT COUNTY SUN
Sidney, Fremont co. Iowa
July 2, 1908
AUTOS IN IOWA
The motor vehicle record in the office of the secretary of state
shows that there are 6,136 automobiles in use in Iowa. Of this
number, 1,436 have been bought this season; 408 of them during
the month of May. The
June record when complete will exceed this amount by a
considerable number. "A noticeable thing," said Henry
Saberson, of the secretary of state's office, "is the number
of licenses which are sent to the small towns of the state.
Hardly a one but has from five to thirty autos registered from
it. Up to Jan. 1, 1908, there were but 4,700 in Iowa. The
increase this year is evidence of the popularity of this means of
transportation"
A New Auto
Last Saturday Frank Magel accompanied by his brother B. W., went
to Omaha where he purchased a new Jackson Auto. Several of the
boys started from here Sunday intending to meet them at Glenwood.
Harry Goode with C. A. Metelman, Ralph Lovelady, and Ed Jarman in
Harry's car, and Glen Magel and Mike
Harned in Glen's car. Harry got through allright, but the other
boys met with an accident on a piece of bad road between here and
Tabor that put them out of the running for a time.
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--Henry Ross of Walnut township is putting up a fine new
residence on his farm, the house will be 43 by 36 feet and two
stories high,. Henry will have one of the finest farm residences
in that part of the country.
--Mrs. Curran's son Curtis Curran lives at Henderson.
--E. H. Reeves has constructed in the city park two sextigon
seats, so constructed that they completely circle the trees
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THE FREMONT COUNTY SUN
Sidney, Fremont co. Iowa
July 9, 1908
Death From A Dog Bite
T. R. Long, the solicitor for the Nonpareil, who was bitten by a
vicious dog at the home of C. C. Knight, three miles south of
Silver City, on June 18, may die as the result of blood
poisioning which developed from the bite. Mr. Long came to Mercy
hospital in this city immediately after the episode and although
everything possible was done to check the spread of the poison
the disease quickly developed and grew worse. Yesterday the man's
condition was so crital that his family was notified and will
arrive here this morning. Dr. Cole, who has been attending him,
holds out little hope for his recovery. Mr. Long called at the
house of Knight near Silver city and upon entering the yard was
set upon by a dog and severely bitten on the right hand. The
sight of the man being bitten by his dog the farmer laughed
heartily, but offered no asssitance, according to Long's
statement.
LATER: Thomas R. Long who died from blood poison from the bite of
a dog as stated elsewhere was the son of Benjamin F. Long
residing near Bartlett. Tom, as he was called, was born and
raised to early manhood in Hamburg. Several years ago the family
moved on a farm near Bartlett where he resided with his parents
and also carried on a farm. After becoming married he moved to
Rulo, Neb., where his wife died three or four years since,
leaving three small children. For three or four years he has been
traveling solicitor for the Council Bluffs Nonpareil, and was
engaged in that duty when he received the bite of a dog which
caused his death. He was always a steady, moral and industrious
boy and man. Death of such a one in the prime of life is a loss
that seems hard to bear and under such circumstances is heart
rendering. Less than a year since his grandfather, Rev.
Parkhurst, and less than year ago his mother were buried in the
cemetery in this city. The relatives have the sympathy of the
good people of the community.--REPORTER.
Mrs. J. S. Estes Dies at Sulphur, Oklahoma
The sad intelligence has just arrived here of the death of Mrs.
Addie Howe Estes, beloved wife of Joel S. Estes, which occurred
at their new found home in Sulphur, Okla. For several weeks, Mrs.
Estes has been suffering, in fact, while removing to their new
home. She was quite ill and it seems, her ailment, necrosis of
the liver, developed at an alarming rate until she has hovered
between life and death for the past two weeks.
Her death occurred of Tuesday, and her funeral will be held in
Sidney, Iowa, on Friday, July 10th., probably at the Presbyterian
church, We are unable to give an obituary this week, and will
publish same in our next issue.
The many friends of Mr. Estes and his beautiful children, greatly
deplore their sad loss, and in their dark hour of sorrow, exptend
tothem their most tender and heartfelt sympathy.
Prairie Township Wedding
At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles F.
Mitchell, Tuesday evening, June 30, 1908 occurred the marriage of
their daughter Bessie to Mr. Forney Phipps, Rev. F.M. Branic,
pastor of the Christian church, officiating. The ceremony was
performed at 8:30 o'clock in the presence of about forty of the
immediate relatives and friends of the contracting parties.
Congratulations were extended followed by an elaborate three
course supper. The happy couple were the recipients of a large
number of beautiful and useful presents. They went to
housekeeping at once on the farm just east of Farragut where they
are now at home to their many friends. May their life be one of
prolonged joy, happiness and prosperity.
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THE FREMONT COUNTY SUN
Sidney, Fremont co. Iowa
July l2, 1908.
Death of Mrs. Rogers
On Wednesday, June 24, 1908, at the home in Percival, occurred
the death of Mrs. Dora Hawley Rogers, aged 26 years, beloved wife
of A. C. Rogers. For some time past Mrs. Rogers has been in
failing health and her death occurred after a severe sickness of
several weeks duration. Mrs. Rogers was a daughter of Frank
Hawley and wife, her mother dying when she was an infant. She
leaves to mourn her sad and utimely death a devoted and sorrowing
hsuband and two small children, and many near relatives and
friends. Her life was such that it might well be emulated by any
young person, and while in her last illness, she received the
best of medical skill and nursing and the loving sympathy of all
who knew her, she was duly resigned to meet her maker and be at
rest. Funeral services were held at the Congregational church at
Percival, conducted by Rev. Colburn. Interment in the Grand View
Cemetery.
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THE FREMONT COUNTY SUN
Sidney, Fremont co. Iowa
July 16, 1908
MARRIED
At the home of Rev. S. Isaac Elder last Friday afternoon Mr.
Charles Singleton and Miss Pansy Denny were united in marriage.
Not any guests were present as the marriage was the result of a
coup whereby the vigil of
objecting parents was eluded and interested friends were
surprised. Immediately after the ceremony the happy twain drove
out of town without announcing their intended destination. In due
course of time they will be found at St. Joe where the groom
already has a home in readiness for his bride.--HAMBURG
REPUBLICAN.
The marriage above recorded occurred on Friday July 3rd. About
two weeks before that date a marriage license was issued to
Charles Singleton and Pansy Lee Denny. A few days later a friend
of Mr. Singleton came to Sidney and asked the county clerk to
keep the matter of issuing the license a secret, as the ladies
parents objected to the marriage, and were watching so closely
that he couldn't get her. But later through the help of a friend
arrangements were made and carried out to the satisfaction of the
young people. They have our best wishes for their future. Success
and happiness.
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Rowena Estes, the little daughter of Joel S. Estes went to
Britton, South Dakota, with her aunt, Mrs. Plaisted, with whom
she will make her home. One of the boys, Buell, will live with
his grandmother Howe, Mrs.Estes mother, near the same place.
Buren, the other boy, will remain with his father for the present
at
Sulphur, Okla.
Harry Goode and I. L. Morgan and wife, went to Malvern Sunday in
Harry's auto to attend the chautauqua. Mr. Morgan occupied the
rear seat and clung to the brass rod. Harry didn't slow up much
for the rough placers and Mr. Morgan performed many surprising
acrobatic feats enroute. They got through without any mishap,
however; and report a very enjoyable day.
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THE FREMONT COUNTY SUN
Sidney, Fremont co. Iowa
July 30, 1908.
Wright - Kerans
Wednesday, July 29, Andy Marion Kearns called at the office of
County Clerk Harrison and asked for a marriage license. The
obliging clerk, after asking the necessary questions, and
receiving the proper answers, filled out the license, collected
the fee, and Mr. Kearns started to leave the court house when he
met an old friend, the sheriff, Dr. T. C.Harris, who upon
learning the nature of his errand told him that he need not go to
the trouble of hunting for a minister, that the court house was
well supplied with them and County Clerk Harrison or Recorder
Moore could either perform the ceremony for him. The result was
that the bridal party at once proceeded to the home of E.H.
Harrison where Andy Marion Kearns, and Everena Wright were soon
joined in the holy bonds of matrimony. The young couple are well
known near Bartlett where they reside. They have the best wishes
of a host of friends.
Local News
-Harry Goode, Frank Magel, Charles Metelman each took an auto
load to Lake Forney, Sunday afternoon.
-Two auto loads of people went to Hamburg from here Tuesday
evening.
-A party composed of Edwin Mitchell, Winifred Hawley, Ralph
Lovelady and Fern Shannon took an auto ride to Lake Forney Friday
evening where they had a most enjoyable time, and hope soon for a
repitition of everything but the breakdown on the road home which
delayed them several hours.
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