Iowa Old Press
Sheldon Mail
Sheldon, O'Brien co. Iowa
April 3, 1880
Never before in the history of the town has there been such a
rush for town lots as now. To substantiate this statement, we
need only say that the proprietors of the townsite have been
compelled to lay off a first and even
a second addition to the original town plot. When we add all this
to the addition of John H. Iselin, Esq., and say that the lots
have nearly all been purchased and occupied, we have proven
beyond doubt that Sheldon is enjoying a wonderful growth-a growth
which speaks volumes for the future of the town.
Mr. Logan tells us he will have his creamery "running at
full speed" within the next 10 days.
Owing to a scarcity of wheat the mill will run only one or two
days a week.
J. Shinski, of the Cheap Cash Store, has gone east to Chicago and
Milwaukee to purchase an immense amount of goods. The public
should bear this in mind and hold their purchases until Mr.
Shinski returns.
DIED - On "Easter Day" 1880, Mabel Clare, infant
daughter of Milton and Eugenia Gillespie. Born March 29th 1879.
Though sad was our parting,
Yet, joyful we give.
She died on bright Easter
With Jesus to live.
A public supper will be served in the Congregational church
basement Friday by the Winslow Circle, with Mrs. Al Rowenhorst as
chairman. The menu follows: roast pork, potatoes, brown gravy,
apple sauce, jelly, rolls,
cabbage salad with green peppers, angel food cake and whipped
cream, coffee. Price 35c.
[transcribed by L.Z., July 2006]