Iowa Old Press
Sutherland Courier
Sutherland, O'Brien co. Iowa
February 3, 1921
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Obituary
Mrs. A. D. Betsworth passed away at her home here in Sutherland
early Tuesday morning, bringing relief to her suffering for some
time with diabetes.
Mrs. Cornelia Betsworth was born in New York on June 26, 1861,
and passed to her reward on February 1, 1921.
On May 27, 1878, she was united in marriage to Anthon D.
Betsworth at Sioux City, Iowa. To this union were born nine
children, six of whom are now living, Mable and Myrtle having
preceded their mother in death many years ago, Erwin, the oldest,
having passed away three years ago in California. Her husband and
the following children survive: Herbert R. and Richard R., both
of Des Moines, Mrs. Pearl Howe, of Marathon, Mrs. Wenonah Tysdal
of Dolliver, Miss Mildred Betsworth of Sioux Falls, S. D., and
Mrs. Opal Scott of Artesian, S. D., all of whom were home to pay
their last respects to their mother at the funeral. Mr. and Mrs.
Betsworth moved to Sutherland from Marathon about six years ago
and have continued to reside here since that time.
Mrs. Betsworth was known by all to be a good Christian woman, a
kind and devoted mother, and was dearly loved by all who knew
her. She will be greatly missed, both as a mother and as a
friend.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. A. J. Quirin, pastor of
the Methodist church, at the home Wednesday afternoon at 4:30
o'clock. The remains were shipped to the old home town at Alta,
Thursday morning for interment.
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C. G. Nash secured a decree of divorce from his wife, Rose Nash,
on grounds of desertion.
Peter Buysma secured decree of divorce from Florence E. Buysma.
Dale Eugene Joines
On March 22, 1920, there came into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Percy
Joines a little sunbeam. It lingered for only a few months and
then the clouds came and the sunbeam vanished away. There was
also planted on that day a beautiful flower in their garden, but
the frost came and it withered away. But the clouds will blow
away and the sun will shine again. The winder will pass and the
springtime will come again. And so after the short period of ten
months and four days the little flower was transplanted to that
heavenly flower garden, where it will grow forever. No frost will
ever strike it down there. The name of this little sunbeam and
flower is Dale Eugene Joines.
The death of the little one occurred on Wednesday, January 26.
Funeral services were conducted at the home of the parents, 4
miles south of Sutherland last Friday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock
in charge of Rev. George Gilbert of Aurelia, an uncle of Mrs.
Joines. Interment was in Waterman cemetery.
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John D. Gilbert Dead
John D. Gilbert of Seattle, Wash., a brother of William Gilbert
and Mrs. James Parks, died in Salem, Wash., January 20, 1920, at
the age of 75 years. He will be remembered as a former resident
of Sutherland, later moving to Missouri and from there to
Seattle, Wash., where his home has been for the last 20 years. He
went to Salem for medical treatment in January, and died from an
operation. While there the home of Rev. E. E. Gilbert was his
headquarters, and Beulah Gilbert, a daughter of Caleb Gilbert of
Yakima, Wash., a trained nurse, cared for him. Caleb was at his
bedside when the end came, also his wife, two daughters and son
were present.
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Popular Young Couple Keep Marriage Secret
After having kept the secret of their marriage for over six
months, Miss Lillian Bandholz of Sutherland and William J.
Waggoner of Paullina let it be known Wednesday that they are man
and wife. The ceremony took place at Jackson, Minn., on July 24,
1920. The parents of the bride were the only witnesses to the
event, which took place at the Methodist parsonage, Rev. Palmer
officiating.
The bride is the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gus Bandholz of
this place, and has grown to womanhood in this community, where
she has won many friends who will wish her every happiness and
success. For three years she clerked at the A. J. Schultz Grocery
store, and resigned her position there only a short time before
her marriage. Since then she has been staying at the home of
their parents. She is a young lady of pleasant disposition,
respected and held in high esteem by all who know her, and has a
host of friends who are interested in her welfare.
The groom is a resident of Paullina. He is in partnership with
Messrs. B. S. Banks and H. J. Horstman in the Delco Light
business. He is an experienced electrician. He is a young man of
sterling quality and true worth, having served almost two years
in military service, part of the time overseas. Since his return
he has been employed as service man for the Delco Light company
in Paullina, and recently entered into partnership with the
owners.
Mr. and Mrs. Waggoner left Wednesday evening for various points
in Indiana for a visit with the groom's relatives. Their new
bungalow home in Paullina has just been completed and is now
ready for occupancy, where the happy couple will reside and be at
home to their many friends after March 1.
Chas. Frazee Weds in Sioux City
At the home of the bride's parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. Bunce, at 209
Olive Street, Morningside, Sioux City, on Saturday evening,
January 29, occurred the marriage of their daughter, Opal L., to
Charles Frazee, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Frazee of Sutherland.
Only the immediate relatives of the contracting parties were
present to witness the ceremony.
Promptly at five o'clock, the bridal pair took their places,
unattended, and took the solemn vows which linked their hearts
together for life. Rev. Frank Reed of the Presbyterian church
officiated, using the ring ceremony. The bride was attired in a
brown suit with hat, gloves, and shoes to match, and carried a
beautiful bouquet of cream and pink roses. The groom wore a
conventional dark suit. Following the ceremony a sumptuous
wedding dinner was served to the guests, the table decorations
consisting of several bowls of pink and cream roses. The menu
conformed to the color scheme.
The bride is not a stranger to Sutherland people, having lived
here for a short time when coming from her home in Virginia,
later moving to Sioux City with her parents. Here she completed a
stenographic course, and has since been employed by the American
Serum company as dictaphone operator. She is a charming young
lady, popular in social circles, and has won many friends who
will wish her every success in her married life.
The groom is a wide-awake young man and has been employed at the
Hoskins' fuel company as salesman. He is a graduate of the
Sutherland High school, in the class of 1920. Before finishing
his work at school he enlisted in the army at the time of the
world war, and was stationed in France. He is a young man of
promise, and has proven himself worthy of the bride he has
chosen.
The happy couple left immediately after the wedding dinner for
their home at 1623 W. 15th St., which the groom had prepared for
his bride. The young couple received many beautiful presents. The
Courier extends, with their friends, heartiest congratulations to
the happy young couple.
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Walter Price Killed In Plane Crash - Falls to Death on
California Field
Lieutenant Walter E. Price, well known Sutherland young man
serving in the Aviation branch of the United States regular army,
was killed in an aeroplane accident Wednesday at Marsh Field,
Riverside, California, according to a telegram received here. The
accident occurred during the morn and Mr. Price passed away early
in the afternoon.
Mrs. Walter Price, the lieutenant's wife, was in Des Moines,
attending the funeral of her mother, when she received the news
of her husband's death. The remains will arrive in Sutherland
Monday, and interment will take place here.
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Card of Thanks
To the friends and neighbors who so kindly assisted us in many
ways during the recent bereavement at the death of our beloved
one, and for the floral contributions, also to the singers we
wish to extend our thanks.
A. D. Betsworth
Herbert Betsworth
Richard Betsworth
Mrs. Pearl Howe
Mrs. Winona Tysdal
Mrs. Opal Scott
Miss Mildred Betsworth
Card of Thanks
To All the neighbors and friends whose sympathy and services were
so kindly tendered during the illness and death of our beloved
baby, and for the Rebeckahs, and those who assisted with the
singing, we desire to express our most heartfelt thanks and
appreciation.
Mr. and Mrs. Percy Joines, and Gerald
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Arthur Peter Langholz, the fourteen-year-old son of Mr. and Mrs.
Hans Langholz of Calumet, died Tuesday morning at the Dr. Sievers
hospital, death resulting from an acute attack of appendicitis.
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Sutherland Courier
Sutherland, O'Brien co. Iowa
February 10, 1921
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Death of Infant Daughter
Mary Marie McCormack, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roswell
McCormack, died at the home of her parents, 5 miles east of
Sutherland, at eleven o'clock Friday night, February 4, 1921,
after a week's illness with pneumonia. She was born October 10,
1920. Although permitted to remain here by a very brief time, yet
no tongue or pen can ever tell of the joy and happiness that this
little bud of life brought to these fond parents before the
ruthless hand of death came and robbed them of their little one.
The hearts of the many friends of Mr. and Mrs. McCormack beat in
unison with theirs in this sorrow. Funeral services were
conducted at the home last Sunday afternoon at 1 o'clock by R. B.
Woolston of the Maple Grove Church of God, assisted by Nathan
Batchelor. Interment was made in the Peterson cemetery.
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Klema - Propp
A pretty wedding was solemnized at the home of Mr. and Mrs.
Martin Klema, on Tuesday morning, February 8th, when their
daughter, Miss Della, became the bride of Mr. Emil Propp of
Pipestone, Minn. Promptly at ten o'clock to the strains of the
wedding march, played by Mrs. E. D. Propp, the bridal pair
descended the stairs unattended and took their places before a
bank of ferns, where Rev. Wendl united them in the holy bonds of
matrimony, using the ring ceremony.
The bride was charmingly attired in a pretty dress of silver
taffeta and carried an arm bouquet of yellow and white Ophelia
roses. Following the ceremony and congratulations, a sumptuous
wedding dinner, consisting of four courses, was served to about
twenty-five guests. The table waitresses were the Misses Clara,
Ellen, Margaret and Agnes Klema, all wearing dresses of white
organdie. The decoration on the bride's table was a crystal bowl
filled with yellow and white narcissus and smilax. The rooms were
all beautifully decorated in the bride's flowers of narcissus and
carnations.
The bride is well known in this community, having been reared
here, and is an ideal and refined young lady. She is the oldest
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Klema, and is held in high respect by
all who know her. She is a popular young woman among her friends
and in social circles.
The groom is the son of F. A. Propp, former residents of this
vicinity, and has been employed in a general mercantile store at
Pipestone the past year. He is a promising young man of excellent
character, and has proven himself worthy of the bride he has
chosen.
The happy couple departed Tuesday afternoon for Cedar Rapids and
other points. The bride's traveling costume was a navy blue
velour suit with beaver trimming and accessories to match. They
will be at home to their friends after March first at the Martin
Klema home, whose farm the groom has rented for the coming year.
The Courier joins with their many friends in wishing them a
joyous and prosperous wedded life.
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Lieut. Walter Price Laid To Last Rest - Aviator Given
Masonic and Military Honors Before Many Friends and Relatives
[article accompanied by photo of Mr. Price]
Lieut. Walter E. Price, Sutherland aviator who was killed at
Riverside, California, February 2, was buried Tuesday afternoon
in the Sutherland cemetery with the most impressive of military
services.
The body arrived from March Field Monday noon, in charge of
Lieut. Y. A. Pitts, and was met by a guard of honor, composed of
American Legion members. The body was taken to the Masonic hall,
where it lay in state with a regulation military guard. A large
number of beautiful floral offerings from friends and relatives
of the deceased were banked about the casket.
Abiff Lodge No. 347, A. F. & A. M., took charge of the
funeral services at the Masonic hall. Past Master F. E. Tellier
conducted the exercises, and all corners of the hall and
adjoining rooms were packed with sympathetic auditors.
The body was escorted from the hall to the cemetery by the
members of Sutherland Post No. 152, American Legion, in uniform.
An impressive military service was accorded the deceased, Lieut.
Rev. Arthur Hopkinson, pastor of the Methodist church at
Primghar, assisting. A great number of friends and relatives
accompanied the body to the cemetery to pay their last respects
to one who had given his life in the service of his country.
Meets Death While Instructing
Full particulars regarding the accident which resulted in the
death of Lieut. Price were furnished to The Courier by Lieut. Y.
A. Pitts, who accompanied the body to Sutherland. Lieut. Pitts
witnessed the accident and was one of the first to reach the
plane after it hit the ground. He was a friend of Lieut. Price of
many years, standing, having served with him in the army for
several years.
"Lieut. Price was instructing a student aviator, Lieut. Evan
M. Sherill, in landings when the accident took place,"
stated Lieut. Pitts. "They had just risen from the field to
an altitude of about 150 feet, and were banking for a turn, when
the motor began to miss. Lieut. Sherill had control at the time,
and as the machine lost its flying speed, Lieut. Price delayed a
moment in taking charge, thinking that Sherill would be able to
effect a landing. The machine fell over on the left wing and
headed into a nose dive. Lieut. Price had succeeded in partially
brining the machine from the dive into a glide when it struck the
ground, and if the accident had occurred at an altitude of 100 or
even 50 feet more, it is probable that a safe landing would have
been made."
"Lieut. Price had worked fast, and cut the electric switch
before the plane struck. This alone prevented a fire when the
gasoline tank burst. The accident did not take place during the
J. M. A., or instructor's test, as one paper stated, as Lieut.
Price had passed this test some weeks before with very high
ratings. Lieut. Sherill was seriously injured in the fall, and
may not recover, as he suffered a compound fracture of the
skull."
Lieut. Pitts stated further that Lieut. Price was an excellent
soldier, held in high esteem by his comrades and commanding
officers. He spoke highly of his skill as a pilot, and was
convinced that he died as he would have chosen to die. In the
line of duty. He lived for five hours after the accident, and was
conscious and happy, firm in the belief that he would recover
from his injuries.
Obituary
Walter Emmett Price was the son of Loren J. and Mary A. Price. He
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was born at Sutherland, Iowa, on June 30, 1884, and died at
Riverside, California, February 2, 1921, at the age of 36 years,
7 months and two days.
He was reared and attended the public schools here until March
19, 1901, when he enlisted for service in the Spanish-American
war. He served three years, being mustered out March 19, 1904. He
graduated from a school of pharmacy in 1906 and opened the
pharmacy department at Hot Springs, S. D. On August 24, 1907, he
was married to Henrietta Iola Hoffman. To this union two sons,
Walter Loren, and Kenneth Gordon, and one daughter, Elinor
Maxine, were born.
He was engaged in the retail drug business at Toronto, S. D, at
Wagner, S. D., and at Sutherland, Iowa, until the World War, when
he enlisted in the Aviation service, serving nearly two years
before receiving his discharge. In July 1920, he enlisted in the
regular Aviation Service, and served until the fatal accident
that blotted out his life on February 2, 1921. He leaves his
wife, Henrietta, his three children, Walter, Kenneth and Elinor,
his father and step-mother, and one sister, Mrs. Charlotte P.
Adair, together with a host of comrades and friends to mourn his
loss.
"He loved the will; he did the deed.
Such love shall live, such doubt is dust.
He served the truth, he missed the creed.
Trust him to God. Dear is the trust.
A sweeter spirit ne'er drew breath
But as he murmured, "This is death,"
Lo, Life itself did meet him there."
[adapted from "Died - Doubting" by Elizabeth Stuart
Phelps]
Among those who came to attend the funeral of the late Lieut. W.
E. Price were: K. L. Price of Tama, Leo Lampman of Primghar, R.
H. Schalecamp of Sheldon, A. F. Hoffman of St. Cloud, Minn., Mrs.
J. E. Morcomb of Storm Lake, Dexter Elliot of Hawarden and Mr.
and Mrs. L. J. Price of Sioux City.
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Funeral services were held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Roswell
McCormack Sunday for their infant daughter, who died Friday
night. Three doctors did everything possible to halt the dread
disease pneumonia, but to no avail. Rev. Ralph Woolston, assisted
by Rev. Nate Batcheler, gave a very appropriate service. Mr. and
Mrs. E. A. McFarland rendered two well-chosen vocal selections. A
large crowd of relatives and friends braved the snow storm to
tender their sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. McCormack. Interment took
place in the Peterson cemetery.
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Card of Thanks
To the kind friends whose sympathy and loving deed meant so much
to us during our time of great sorrow, and for the beautiful
floral offerings and the sympathy shown through the, and to the
American Legion and the Masonic Lodge for the assistance they
rendered, we desire to extend our heartfelt thanks.
Mrs. Walter Price and Children
Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Price
Mrs. Ivan Adair
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Mrs. Chas. Nott was called to Alta Wednesday morning, owing to
the serious illness of her sister, Mrs. Mortenson, formerly Miss
Carrie Innes of this place. The latter was taken ill very
suddenly, due to a blood clot forming on her brain.
Mr. and Mrs. Everett Scott and babe departed for their home at
Artesian, S. D., Monday, having been called there [sic - here] to
attend the funeral of the latter's mother, Mrs. A. D. Betsworth.
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Mr. and Mrs. Claus Born of Gladbrook, who came last week to
attend the funeral of Harry Langholtz, near Calumet, have been
spending several days at the Fedder Fedderson home, departing for
Gladbrook Wednesday.
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Sutherland Courier
Sutherland, O'Brien co. Iowa
February 17, 1921
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William Bernier, sixteen years of age and residing at Sanborn,
has been sent to the state reform school at Eldora. An older
brother of his is already at the reform school.
Mable Whitmer has been discharged as guardian of her children who
have arrived at majority.
The foreign will of Thomas Archer has been admitted to probate.
The will of Joseph Shinski has been filed for probate. The widow
is to have use and control of all property during her lifetime.
On her death Maude Brock, a daughter, receives 200 acres of land,
Margaret M. McKillip, another daughter, receives 400 acres, and
several grandchildren each receive $7000 each. Of this sum $2,000
is to be used for education and the $5,000 paid when they reach
arrive at the age of 21 years. The residue of the estate is
divided equally between Walter R. Brock, Maude E. Brock, Clarence
McKillip and Margaret M. McKillip. Clarence McKillip is appointed
executor.
Alfredson - Phinney
A wedding of much interest to the people of this vicinity
occurred Monday of this week, when Miss Myrtle Alfredson and
Marion Phinney were quietly married in the pastor's study of the
First Presbyterian church in Sioux City, Rev. Hamilton
officiating. The only witnesses to the ceremony were Mr. and Mrs.
Frank Phinney of this place.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Alfredson of
Sloan, Iowa, and has been teaching the past two years in the
rural schools in Grant-Highland township, north of Sutherland.
She is the most gracious and charming young woman, who is capable
in every way of making a delightful home. During the time she has
been in this community, she has won a host of friends who are
interested in her welfare, and wish her every happiness.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. George Phinney, well known
residents of this place. He is a graduate of the Sutherland High
school with the class of 1916. At the entrance of the United
States in the Word War he enlisted and was sent to Camp Deming,
New Mexico. He went overseas as a member of the Signal Corps of
the 34th Division, and served with the A. E. F. for about ten
months. Since his return to Sutherland he has been employed in
the painting business. He is an upright young man with good clean
habits and possesses other requisite qualifications that will
make for success.
Mr. and Mrs. Phinney are staying with the parents of the groom
for the present, and will go to housekeeping on a farm seven
miles northwest of Lake Park the first of March. The Courier
extends, with their many friends, heartiest congratulations to
the happy young couple.
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Weds Girl in the West
Although somewhat belated, Sutherland friends will be interested
in learning of the marriage of Floyd L. Martin, which occurred on
December 20, 1920, at Tacoma, Wash. The groom is a son of Mr. and
Mrs. Frank W. Martin, living north of Sutherland, and his many
local friends join in wishing him success. The following account
of the wedding, taken from the Tacoma (Wash.) Ledger,
was brought to the Courier office this week.
The Rev. J. W. Kennedy, Thursday evening, officiated at one of
the prettily appointed and interesting bridals of the late winter
when he pronounced husband and wife Miss Minnie Mae Brownlee and
Floyd L. Martin of Iowa. For the ceremony the family home on
South I street was transformed into a fairyland of blossoms and
greenery, with an improvised altar banked on either side with
ferns and placed within an archway of native greens.
Miss Brownlee chose as her wedding costume white Dutchess satin
and georgette, her veil depending from a wreath of orange
blossoms, and her arms filled with a bridal shower of Ophelia
roses and tulle streamers. Her bridesmaid, Miss Mae Walsh of
Spokane, wore a stunning gown of silver lace and pink satin and
carried as her flowers an armload of soft rose-colored
carnations. The grooms man was Roy Henry of Bremerton.
The bridal pre-nuptial air, "I Did Not Know," was given
with charm by Miss Nell Ballard, who looked lovely in a gown of
gold metal cloth with black ostrich feather trimmings. Later she
sang "Smilin' Through." Miss Rosanna McQuesten, in
white satin gown, played for the bridal processional. About 40
relatives and friends were included in the list of reception
guests and for the dainty collation following. Throughout the
evening punch was ladled by Miss Anna Roehl.
Mr. and Mrs. Martin are spending their honeymoon in Seattle and
Vancouver. The bride is a girl of delightful personality and
great charm, and her wedding was of much interest.
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Martin - Roush
Miss Erma Martin and Walter Roush were united in marriage at the
Court House in Des Moines Tuesday afternoon of this week, the
ceremony being performed by Rev. Astley. They were unattended.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Martin, living
three miles north of Sutherland. She attended the public schools
of Sutherland a short time and later attended the Humboldt
Business College at Minneapolis. She also taught school for
several years in this vicinity and is a young woman of pleasing
personality, possessing many accomplishments. She has won the
admiration of a wide circle of friends.
The groom is not se well known in this community, but is said to
be ambitious, and an energetic young man with recognized
integrity and ability. The young people will make their home on a
farm belonging to the bride's father in North Dakota, and will be
at home to their friends after March first. Congratulations are
extended.
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Sutherland Courier
Sutherland, O'Brien co. Iowa
February 24, 1921
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Mr. and Mrs. Leigh Drake and Charles Drake arrived home from
Cedar Rapids today, where they attended the funeral of their
brother-in-law A. G. Davis. Messrs. and Mesdames Chas. Drake,
Liegh Drake and Melvin Souser and children left Saturday evening
for Cedar Rapids to attend the funeral of their brother-in-law,
A. G. Davis.
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School Principal Weds Local Girl
A wedding of surprise and interest occurred Wednesday noon when
Mrs. Edna Johannsen and Arthur Natvig were united in marriage at
the home of the Danish-Lutheran minister at Spencer. The bride's
parents and sister, Miss Louise Tinkham, were the only witnesses
to the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. Tinkham, and has
been reared in this community. She is a graduate of the
Sutherland High school and also attended the Sioux Falls business
college. For the past year she was employed as cashier and
bookkeeper at the W. A. Plager store, where she won many friends
and was well liked.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. O. Natvig, of Cresco, Iowa.
Since last September he has been employed as principal of the
High school in the Sutherland Independent Consolidated School
District until his recent illness, which caused him to resign his
position. He was also athletic coach and made good in his work
here. He was not only liked by the students under his
instruction, but by all with whom he formed an acquaintance.
Mr. and Mrs. Natvig left the same day for Cresco, Iowa, where
they will make their home. Their friends join in extending
felicitations to the happy pair.
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