Iowa Old Press
LeMars Globe-Post
May 8, 1924
LE MARS MAN IS FOUND IN RIVER.
HAD BEEN MISSING FOR YEAR AND HALF.
Body of Elmer Smith Found Near Ida Grove—Drank Canned Heat.
Finding the body of Elmer E. Smith, who formerly lived in LeMars, was the experience of H. E. Liming and son, Earl, of Ida Grove on Sunday. Mr. Liming and son found the body hanging over a tree limb with head and feet in the water, being the Maple river at Ida Grove. A warrant for arrest had been held by Sheriff Maxwell of LeMars for a year and one-half, charging Smith with desertion of his wife and five children.
Sheriff C. H. Dahlquist, of Ida county, was called and the body was held at Ida Grove for identification. Mrs. Lettie Smith, living at 227 Second street S. W., saw a news story in the Sioux City papers about finding a man at Ida Grove and left with Sheriff Maxwell to identify him. Mrs. Smith told authorities that her husband had a scar on his left hip, which he received in a fight. He was stabbed. Another scar on the left leg was received from a burn and he had two scars on his face, one between the eyelashes and the other on the chin, received when cranking a car. Another mark on the left wrist, from a cut received. When the dead man was examined, there marks were found, and authorities said he was Elmer Smith, wife of Mrs. Smith, of LeMars.
WAS GOING HUSKING.
On December 20, 1922, Mr. Smith told his family he was going to work for a Mr. Sitzman, husking corn, and that he was going to leave for the Sitzman place the same night. Formerly he drove an ice wagon for the LeMars Artificial Ice company. He told Mrs. Smith to have supper early and in the mean time he went downtown, where he wrote several bad checks, obtaining the money this way to make his getaway. He owed a local butcher, and went there to pay it, telling the butcher that he needed some change and wrote a check for $10.
Smith came home, at his supper and said goodbye to his family. He kissed his family before he left, and after starting, came back to the house to kiss Mrs. Smith goodbye for the second time. Mrs. Smith thought something strange about this, but said nothing. When he failed to show up, she swore out desertion papers against him. He was not seen.
The face of the dead man was hard to recognize as the rope used in pulling him from the water’s edge roughed the face. Doctors examined him and found no water in the lungs or in the stomach, but did find some “canned heat” which he had consumed. A quantity of alcohol is found in the canned heat, and as Smith was a drinker, death was believed to have been caused by the chemical.
Smith told his family before that he wanted to go to Odebolt, Ia., where he thought he could get employment on the Adams’ ranch. Odebolt is near Ida Grove. It is thought by the people who knew Smith, that he went to the Adams’ ranch, and when he found he couldn’t get employment, went to Ida Grove, where he found work unloading coal and gravel.
Mrs. Smith said there was only one thing that would make her believe it wasn’t her husband. That was his gray hair. When he left home his hair was dark. A doctor told Mrs. Smith that a life like this man led would turn hair from dark to gray in six months.
An inquest held by Coroner E. V. Brookhart, of Ida Grove, revealed the fact that no foul play caused his death, but just the drinking of the canned heat, a substance used in cooking. It is believed he had swallowed some of it and ran to the river to procure water, and had fallen into the water in an unconscious state. It is also believed that Smith had been living in company with several tramps in a camp near the river.
Smith's mother, who lives in Nickerson, Neb., was notified, and burial is pending her decision. If she wants him buried there, he will be taken to Nickerson; if not, Mrs. Smith, of LeMars, will have charge of the body.
Deceased was between 35 and 40 years of age. Mrs. Smith said she did not know his exact age, as he never told her. He leaves a wife and five small children, one being sick at home, with pneumonia. The children are: Shirley, age 11; Elvord, 9; Elton, 7; Albert, 5; Ivan, 2.
Mrs. Smith is also the mother of two grown children, one is George Elmer McElhose, who is in the United States navy, and Mrs. Gladys Werthan, of Detroit, Mich.
Kingsley News Times, Kingsley, Iowa
Thursday, May 8, 1924 Page one.
HERB HILLMAN DEPARTS THIS LIFE. ~~~~ Herbert Hillman, a resident of this vicinity for over thirty years, died Thursday of last week at the Thos. Foran home north of Kingsley. “Herb,” as he was familiarly known to his many friends, had not been in the best of health for several years, and about six weeks ago he contracted the flu, from which he was confined to the house for a couple of weeks. He had recovered sufficiently to be out and had so gained in strength that he decided he was able to to again go to work. He hired to Mr. Foran for the season, and had gone there where he worked for several days, when owing to the condition of his system, which had been weakened by his recent illness, he contracted pneumonia Wednesday of last week and the disease became so serious that he passed away Thursday evening.
James Herbert Hillman was born in Victor, Iowa, where he resided until he was about thirty-five years of age, when he came to this vicinity and made his home until his death on Thursday, May 2, 1924, aged 65 years, 2 months and 25 days. Funeral services were held at the Methodist church in Kingsley Sunday afternoon and were conducted by Rev. J. F. Hutchinson, pastor of the church, after which the remains were interred in the Kingsley cemetery. The deceased never married. He leaves to mourn his loss three brothers, J. S. Hillman, of Belaire, Kan., David Hillman, of Belle Plaine, Ia., and J. S. Hillman, of Corsica, S.D. He was not a member of any church, but attended the Methodist church occasionally. He was a quiet, unassuming man who never sought to harm any man and was of good character and habits. Goodness wherever found will not be lost. “He, who from zone to zone Guides through the boundless sky thy certain flight— In the long journey I must go alone Will guide my steps aright."
LeMars Semi-Weekly Sentinel
May 9, 1924
WIFE DESERTER IS DROWNED
Body of Elmer E. Smith Found in River Near Ida Grove
FAMILY LIVE IN LE MARS
Death Believed to Have Been Accidental
The body of an unknown man was found in the Maple river about a mile west of Ida Grove between 9 and 10 a.m. Sunday by fishermen. The body, when discovered, was floating in the stream, the back up. It had the appearance of having been in the water 48 hours or more.
The man drifted into Ida Grove the latter part of last week with another drifter, and they unloaded a carload of gravel for a local firm and a car of coal Tuesday and Wednesday, and after receiving their pay disappeared.
There was nothing in the man’s pockets but a comb and spoon and not a scrap of writing. He was about 5 feet, 8 or 9 inches in height, between 35 and 40 years old, weighed about 165 pounds, had a well taken care of set of teeth, several gold ones, dark brown hair, and wore a khaki shirt and a pair of pants supported by one suspender.
No one has been found to whom he talked and the partner who was with him has disappeared. There were no marks to indicate that he met his death through foul play.
The above item in the daily papers was read by Mrs. Lettie Smith, residing on Third street, this city, and the descriptions led her to believe that the dead man was her husband, who deserted her and her children here some two years ago.
She informed the authorities of her assumption and, in company with Sheriff Hugh Maxwell, Mrs. Maxwell and Deputy Sheriff Sam Lang, she identified the body as that of her husband. Sheriff Maxwell also identified the body.
A dispatch from Ida Grove says: The body of the man found floating in the Maple river, near Ida Grove, Sunday, has been identified as Elmer E. Smith, of LeMars, for whom a warrant of arrest has been held by Sheriff Hugh Maxwell for two years. The warrant charged the man with desertion [wording difficult to read] …..children.
The body was found by H. E. Liming and son Earl, of Ida Grove, Sunday while they were fishing. Sheriff C. H. Dahlquist, of Ida county, was called. The body was held at Ida Grove for identification and Mrs. Lettie Smith accompanied by Sheriff Maxwell, identified the body as the husband of Mrs. Smith, missing for the last two years.
An inquest held by Coroner E. W. Brookhart of Ida Grove, revealed the fact that no water was in the lungs or stomach of the dead man. Coroner Brookhart stated that the found traces of “canned heat” in the stomach and that it was his belief that the man had swallowed some of that and run to the river to procure water, and had fallen into the water in an unconscious state.
It is believed that Smith had been living in company with several tramps in a camp near the river.
According to the Le Mars officers Mrs. Smith declared her inability and disinclination to take charge of the remains. The officers located two brothers of the dead man at Nickerson, Neb., and notified them.
Mrs. Smith is in indigent circumstances and has five children to support. One of them, a boy, aged about 9, is very sick with neuritis and other complications.
Smith, while a resident of LeMars, was employed as a day laborer.
Mrs. Smith, when seen by a Sentinel Reporter, stated she identified the dead man as her husband by scars he bore on his side, leg and wrist. Identification by his face and head was more difficult to her as she said he had greatly changed in appearance since she saw him last, his hair being much grayer, and his face blackened by exposure and by being in the water.
Allan L. Smith, residing on Seventh Avenue SW, and Oscar Smith, of Merrill, uncle and cousin of the dead man, went to Ida Grove Wednesday to see about the disposition of the body, as relatives at Nickerson, Nebraska, told the Ida Grove authorities to care for the remains.
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STRANGER FOUND IN A BOX CAR
WAS IN AN UNCONSCIOUS CONDITION AND SUFFERING FROM INJURIES
A man was found in an unconscious condition in a box car in the railroad yards Wednesday. He was seen by some school children and they told L. E. Cooper, who notified Marshal Smith, who conveyed him to a local hospital. From papers in the man’s clothing it was learned that his name is J. H. Mooney and that he had lived in Rock Rapids. Papers in his pockets also showed that he is a Spanish-American war veteran and had been recently in a soldier’s home at Danville, Illinois. He served in Company M. Second Ohio Volunteers.
Mooney was visited by a member of Louis E. Brick camp, Spanish-American war veterans of this city. He was unable to give any coherent account of what had happened to him. He is suffering from cuts and bruises.
Dr. Lamb was called to attend to his injuries.
Mooney is apparently a working man and is about 45 years of age. He told a fellow patient yesterday that he has no home.
Mooney yesterday was sufficiently recovered to tell the physician that he boarded a train at Sioux City, and that while standing in the doorway of a box car, while the train was switching, he was thrown against the side of the car and did not remember much after that. Mooney was injured in a runaway accident some time ago in Minnesota and received injuries then from which he has not yet recovered. He will be able to leave the hospital in a day or two, the doctor stated.
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MILTON G. IRWIN WINS A BRIDE
MERRILL POSTMASTER AND MISS MARIE HORTON UNITED IN MARRIAGE
Merrill Record: Thursday morning, May 1st, at the home of the groom’s mother, Mrs. Debbie C. Irwin, at 7 o’clock, occurred the marriage of Miss Marie Landis Horton and Milton G. Irwin. Rev. J. E. Hill performed the ceremony in the presence of a few intimate friends and relatives of the contracting parties.
Both of the young people are too well known in this vicinity to need an introduction here. The bride is the daughter of Mrs. S. A. Horton, of Merrill. She is a young lady of pleasing personality and has a host of friends in this vicinity. For a number of years she has been a successful school teacher.
The groom is the son of Mrs. Debbie C. Irwin of Merrill. He is a graduate of the Merrill public school and a veteran of the World War. He was appointed postmaster during President Harding’s administration, which position he now holds. He is popular in Merrill business and social circles.
Immediately following the ceremony at the home, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin left by auto for a two week’s wedding trip to Wessington Springs, Pierre, and other South Dakota points. On their return about May 15th, they will make their home at the Irwin residence where they will be at home to their friends after May 15th.
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SENEY: (Special Correspondence)
Mrs. Arthur Reeves was on the sick list Tuesday.
E. H. Riter shipped hogs to Sioux City Thursday.
Sam Uthe shipped hogs to Sioux City Tuesday.
W. E. Henrich motored to Sioux City last Tuesday.
Will Hawkins had cattle on the Sioux City market Wednesday.
Floyd Moore took a load of hogs to Sioux City for Roy McArthur.
Mike Stevens, of Emory, S. D., spent a few days here this week with friends.
Grant Chapman is having a slough tiled on his farm in Sioux county. Frank Griffin is doing the work.
Jonathan Alderson received word of the death of a brother-in-law, Henry O’Connell, of Wisconsin.
Miss Helen Becker visited Tuesday with her aunt, Mrs. Oscar Haviland, of LeMars.
Irving McArthur and John Dougherty motored to Sioux City Wednesday.
Will Connor has bought a black team from near Kingsley and will work his land south of this place.
Rev. and Mrs. S. J. Wallace and children and Mrs. A. Jeffers autoed to Sioux City Saturday afternoon.
Will Ewin, who has been sick in a hospital for two months, is in town visiting his brother, Charley, and sister, Mrs. Iona Clark.
Mr. and Mrs. Walker Bushby and sons, Jack and Billy, and Miss Anna Bushby were callers at the Charles Witt home last Thursday.
Mr. and Mrs. Charley Ewin, daughter Ethel and nephew, Howard Ewin, motored to Sioux City Sunday. His brother, Will Ewin, returned with them.
The Geo. Moir young folks gave a party May 2. Everyone had a good time and there was fifty young people there.
Rev. S. J. Wallace, Helen Becker, Pearl Reeves, Myrtle Holster, Emerson Kennedy, and Fred Riter motored to Hinton Tuesday evening.
Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Green, of Sioux City, spent Sunday with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Albro.
Charley and Nathan Connor, of Kingsley, spent Sunday at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Will Connor.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Penning and daughters, Mabel and Florence, and son, Vernon, and Mrs. Tom Reese autoed to Sioux City Saturday.
Mrs. Mary Daugherty, Mr. and Mrs. John Daugherty and son, John, motored to Leeds Thursday and visited with Mr. and Mrs. E. Cliff.
Friends here received word of the birth of a baby to Mr. and Mrs. Jongers. Mrs. Jongers formerly lived here when Mrs. Schaffhausen.
The Ladies Aid Society met Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. W. E. Henrich. At the close of the meeting a dainty lunch was served.
The Good Samaritan Class of the Sunday school held a supper and program in the hall Wednesday night and a good time was enjoyed.
The teachers at our school, Miss Schmidt and Miss Reeves, and their scholars are giving a program May 16 at the hall. A large crowd is expected.
Irving McArthur, Misses Helen and Ethel Darville motored to Gayville, S.D., Sunday and spent the day with Misses Darville’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Darville.
Mrs. Frank Buss and son, Harvey, Mr. and Mrs. Will Buss and sons, Frank, Harold and Lloyd were dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Will Cook last Sunday, May 4.
Rev. and Mrs. S. J. Wallace, daughter Marion, and son, Wesley, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Henrich, Pauline, and Marjory Riter motored to Ireton Sunday afternoon to see Mr. and Mrs. Charles Henrich.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Becker had the following guests for dinner Sunday: Mr. and Mrs. Henry Becker and daughter Agatha, Mr. and Mrs. Brown, of Sioux City, and Mrs. Oscar Haviland and daughters,, Carol and Ollie, of LeMars.
LeMars Globe-Post
Monday, May 12, 1924
LE MARS BUSINESS MAN PASSES AWAY
WAS GOOD CITIZEN OF LE MARS.
E. C. Lucke Dies in Chicago Thursday Evening After Long Sickness.
E. C. Lucke, prominent business man of LeMars died in Chicago Thursday evening, after a sickness of many years. Death followed an operation which was successful, but Mr. Lucke was too weak to recover from the operation. Deceased has been troubled with ulcers of the stomach for many years and was failing in health rapidly.
Deceased was born on August 28, 1866, at Waukon, Ia. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Lucke. In 1877 he and his parents moved to a farm near Schaller, Ia. Mr. Lucke worked on his father’s farm for several years and then went to Galena, Ill., where he attended Galena college. From there he went to LeMars and went to Western Union college, known at the time as the Northwestern Normal school, under the direction of Prof. J. Wernli.
He came to LeMars alone. He met Miss Anna Wernli in LeMars, daughter of Prof. and Mrs. J. Wernli, to whom he was married on October 20, 1903. He was married in LeMars by Rev. G. E. Klehnle, an uncle of his bride.
To this union three children were born, who all live to mourn his life, with his beloved wife. The children are: Frances, Home and Bob, all living at home. Five sisters and one brother also survive, who are: Dr. P. P. Lucke, of LeMars; Mrs. Will Schafer, of Schaller, Ia.; Mrs. Charles Remer, of Barndale, Wash.; Mrs. Charles Fernberg, of Moskow, Idaho; Mrs. Charles Sissel, of Spokane, Wash.; and Mrs. C. J. Woodke, of LeMars.
Thirty-three years ago he started to work for Emil Laux at the Laux Grocery company. He started as a clerk and later formed partnership with Mr. Laux. Last year he purchased Mr. Laux’s part and the firm went under the name of E. C. Lucke Grocery company.
The funeral was held Sunday afternoon at St. Paul’s church, Rev. S. C. Steinbrenner officiating. Burial was made in the LeMars cemetery.
Mr. Lucke had many friends in LeMars and was a great booster of this community. He co-operated with the other merchants of this city, and helped to make LeMars what it is today.
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SAYS BODY FOUND WAS NOT SMITH’S
STORIES OF DEAD BODY CONFLICT
Asserts Corpse Smaller and Looked Much Older Than Elmer Smith.
The body which was supposed to be that of Elmer E. Smith, of LeMars, which was found in the Maple river, near Ida Grove a week ago Sunday, was the body of another person, says A. F. Smith, living at 301 Ninth avenue S. W. Mr. Smith was in The Globe-Post office Friday and said he and his son, Oscar, of Merrill, went to Ida Grove Thursday, and upon a close investigation, found the body there was much smaller and looked older than Elmer Smith.
Smith says that Ida county will bury the unknown man, and also says that relatives at Nickerson, Neb., will have nothing to do with the body. Smith also states that the dead body at Ida Grove wore a number 6 shoe and the Elmer Smith of LeMars wears a number 8. A. F. Smith of LeMars is an uncle of the missing Elmer Smith.
Mrs. Letta Smith, wife of Elmer, was in The Globe-Post office Saturday and says that the dead body at Ida Grove is that of her husband. She also states that the only change in the dead man is that of his hair and face. A doctor told her at Ida Grove that a life like the deceased man lived would turn hair gray in six months. The face could not be recognized, as the rope used in pulling the body from the river bruised the flesh.
When Mrs. Smith was at Ida Grove, officials wanted to hear a description of the dead man before she saw him. She gave her descriptions and when the body was examined, every mark she explained was on the body, according to her statement here.
FINDS WATCH WHICH WAS LOST TWO YEARS
Remsen, Ia., May 12 – (Special) –
John Theisen, living south of here while doing some plowing Wednesday, noticed something sparkle, which was lying on top of the loose ground just plowed up. Mr. Theisen stopped to examine the article and found it was a silver watch and appeared to be in good shape. He wound it up and it started to run as good as a new one, and kept good time.
On closer examination it was found that the owner was Math Bilner, a former tenant of the farm who had lost the watch about two years ago, while plowing. Mr. Bilner was much pleased over receiving the watch, as it was a gift given to him by his mother, several years ago.
TWELVE WILL GRADUATE.
Kingsley, Ia., May 9 – (Special) –
The graduating class of Kingsley high school is composed of 12 students as follows:
Blanche Freeman
Miriam Vanderworker
Thyra Cagle
Maude Rehm
Ellsworth Woods
Charles Mason
Philip Murray
Donald Trelour
Charles Sherwood.
[Transcriber Note: Only 9 graduate names were published in the newspaper.]
LeMars Sentinel
Friday, May 16, 1924
LeMars Sentinel
Friday, May 16, 1924
HINTON TEACHER IS MARRIED
FERN MANZ BECOMES THE BRIDE OF OSCAR WYCKOFF, SIOUX CITY ENGINEER
Miss Fern a Manz, of Hinton, and Oscar Wyckoff, of Sioux City, were married Saturday afternoon at the home of Rev. Hoon, in Sioux City. They were attended by Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Dreblo, uncle and aunt of the bride.
Miss Manz is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Manz, of Perry township, and has lived most of her life in Plymouth County. She graduated from the Sioux City high school last year and has been engaged in teaching school the past year.
Mr. Wyckoff is an experienced engineer, having followed that vocation the past few years. Mr. and Mrs. Wyckoff have a host of friends who wish them all the good things of this life.
SOCIETY and CLUB NOTES
~Miss Leona Wintz, who will be an early June bride, was the guest of honor Monday at a social evening company given by Misses Freda Schilling and Eliza Edwards. Informal diversions occupied the early evening hours, a miscellaneous shower being a feature of special interest. An attractive luncheon concluded the pleasant complimentary evening.
~Thursday evening Misses Maurene Hansen and Norma Becker entertained a large company of friends again complimenting Miss Wintz. Informal dancing was the pastime of social interest and at the close of the evening a delectable luncheon was served, the appointments and floral decorations being attractively carried out in the chosen colors, peach and white. Miss Wintz was the recipient of a linen shower.
SENEY: (Special Correspondence)
E. H. Riter and son, Dwight, spent Saturday in Sioux City.
Robert Reeves spent a few days in Sheldon last week.
Wm. Detloff shipped hogs to Sioux City Friday.
W. E. Henrich and John Alderson motored to Brunsville on business Tuesday.
The Home Missionary meeting will be May 21 at the home of Mrs. Albert
Hawkins.
Milton Moore, of LeMars, spent Sunday at the home of the Hinde family.
Mrs. H. F. Groetkin and son, Henry William, visited with Mrs. Elizabeth
Monday.
Mrs. Susan Haviland, Mr. and Mrs. John Osborne were dinner guests Sunday at
C. L. Britton home.
Friends here received graduation announcements from Gratia Classen, of
Hospers, who formerly lived here.
Wm. Conner is putting in a cement floor in the garage vacated by John
Daugherty where he will do repair work.
The grammar room of our school had a wiener roast on Tuesday night on the
river bank. Of course, the children had a fine time.
Woman’s Foreign Missionary society met at the home of Mrs. Richard Hawkins
Wednesday afternoon. A dainty lunch was served at the close of the meeting.
A nine pound boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Ole Oleson last Sunday morning but
did not survive birth. The little one was taken to Windom, Minn., for burial
Thursday.
Mrs. Wesley Green came up Sunday, May 4, and stayed with Mr. and Mrs. J. P.
Albro until Thursday of this week, cleaning house and taking care of Mrs.
Albro.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Becker and son, Floyd, and daughter, Helen, were dinner
guests at the home of Mr. Becker’s sister, Mrs. Oscar Haviland, in LeMars
and also attended the funeral of their friend, E. C. Lucke.
The pageant given Easter Sunday evening in Seney was presented last Sunday
evening in Hinton M. E. church by the same persons. The expressions of
appreciation were many from the audience. A free will offering was received
and the liberal appreciation of the people were worth more than a few more
dollars. Our players did better than at any other time, either in
presenting the pageant in Seney or when rehearsing.
The ladies of the Fredonia and Elgin Farm Bureau had a co-operative meeting
at the hall May 12. Miss Morris, of Ames, was the instructor in sewing.
Those present from Fredonia were: Mrs. Andrew Bogh and daughter, Genevieve,
Mrs. Andrew Juhl, Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. Peterson, Mrs. Joe Kohler, Mrs. Louis
Weber; and from Elgin, Mrs. Will Hawkins, Mrs. John Hinde, Mrs. Will
Justman, Mrs. Roy McArthur, and Mrs. H. F. Groetken. Dinner was served at
noon and then all went to work again.
The following is the program to be given at the Seney hall by the Seney
School Friday evening, May 1. The price of admission is 15 and 25 cents.
Opening Song, “Welcome Once a Year”~School.
Dialogue, “What is a Gentleman”
~Tom, George Wallace;
~Harry, Evan Anstine;
~John, Melvin Reese;
~Sam, Vincent Buss;
~Howard, Howard Wallace;
~Will, Edgar Lancaster.
Dialogue, “The Deacon’s Spotted Calf”
~Hiram, Marshall Rees;
~Martha, Myrtle Hinde;
~Bobby, Vera Reeves;
~Mrs. Jones, Lila Rees;
~Mr. Green, Fred Olson;
~Mr. White, Franklin Clark.
Dialogue, “How Jimmie Saved Pa”
~Mr. Becker, Howard Ewin;
~Mrs. Becker, Carrie Reeves;
~Jimmie Becker, James Clark.
Song, “Welcome Spring” ~Primary Room.
Dialogue, “Pride Goeth Before a Fall”
~Mrs. Jackson, Eva Rees;
~Mrs. Harrison, Geraldine Lancaster;
~Mrs. Adams, Marian Wallace;
~Amanda Jane, Vera Reeves.
Dialogue, “Teasing Frank”
~Harry, Orval Rees;
~Fred, Johnnie Hinde;
~Frank, Edwin Lancaster;
~Mr. White, Donald Reeves;
~Constable, Harold Wallace.
Dialogue, “A Waiter’s Trials”
~Sally, Geraldine Lancaster;
~Mike, Kenneth Rees;
~Waiter, Marian Wallace.
Song, “Smile, Smile, Smile” ~Primary Room.
Dialogue, “The Escaped Bear”
~Clyde, Harold Rees;
~Minnie, Goldie Moore;
~Sadie, Marjorie Riter;
~Ella, Lois Lancaster;
~Uncle John, Donald Reeves;
~Bertha, Evelyn Anstine.
Dialogue, “When Reuben Comes to Town”
~John Henderson, James Clark;
~Mrs. John Henderson, Carrie Reeves;
~Emily Henderson, Pauline Riter;
~Mary Henderson, Myrtle Hinde;
~Reuben Robinson, Fred Olson;
~Melancthon Melborough, Franklin Clark.
Recitation, “Little Orphan Annie” ~Eva Rees.
Closing Song, “America, the Beautiful” ~School.
Groetken Bros. shipped a load of cattle to Sioux City Monday.
Will Detloff motored to Sioux City Saturday.