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January 1,1885
On December 10,1884 in Austin, Nevada, W.E. Butler of Galva, Iowa and Luella E. Dalton of Austin were married. Mr. Butler is well known in Galva and is a prosperous grain dealer. They arrived in Galva last Thursday and were tendered a reception by Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Hilliard.

January 1,1885
We regret to chronicle the death of Mrs. Lewis Olson "nee" Mary Sonnichsen. She died December 28,1884 at 3 p.m. from side effects of a premature labor. Mary was well known in Ida Grove and various parts of the county as an industrious, honest young lady. She has been married a short six months. She leaves a husband, relatives and friends to mourn her death. She was 22 years old. (Hayes Township)

January 1,1885
Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Rollins of this city are joyful of an arrival of a bright little boy at their house. Mother and child are doing well.

January 8,1885
The home of Mr. and Mrs. H.D. Squyer was  made glad by the arrival of a boy baby last Christmas morning.

January 15,1885
Galva-It was a shock to friends of Miss Maggie Hecht that they learned of her death last Saturday.  She was the daughter of Mr. and  Mrs. John Hecht of Logan Township. She was taken with typhoid fever about three weeks ago. Last Friday she died and was buried on Sunday.

January 22,1885
James Raabe was married at Fred Groskruegers on Sunday. The ceremony was performed by Mayor Thode (Holstein).

January 22,1885
A little girl has arrived at the home of Herman Thode home on January 8th.

January 22,1885
Married on January 22,1885 at the resident of the bride's parents in Ida Grove, Mr. Walter Lyle and Miss Lulu, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.H. Smith. Rev. A.E. Smith officiated.  The announcement is a surprise to many, but not to immediate friends. About a dozen friends were invited to the ceremony.

January 29,1885
G.J. Sacquety buried another child this week, it being the 2nd during the past year.

January 29,1885
The father of W.A. Pollock died last week at Mendota, Illinois and was buried last Sunday.

January 29,1885
Married at Ida Grove on January 24,1885 at the residence of A.E. Smith, officiating clergyman, Mrs. Geo. A. Kephart and Miss Ellen W. Springer, both of Ida County.

February 5,1885
J.B. Cooper of Silver Creek Township was passing around cigars the other day on account of a new boy.

February 5,1885
Married on February 4,1885 at the home of the bride's parents, Mr. Theron H. Powell and Miss Ora V., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. P.K. Taylor, all of this county. The bridegroom is a new settler of Ida County and is the son of C.R. Powell of Sterling, Illinois and a brother-in-law of Moses Hartman of Garfield Township.
The bridal couple will move upon the father's farm in Battle Township, the one that was occupied by E.T. Ward last year.

February 12,1885
Yesterday afternoon, while Mr. Lampe and a friend were hunting, about 1 1/2 miles north of Battle Creek, a terrible accident occurred. Mr. Lampe had crawled through a wire fence and his friend was following a few feet behind, carrying a cocked shot gun, somehow the gun discharged, the shot hit Lampe's right hip bone and he fell helpless, while blood flowed in streams.  The friend was frightened to death and instead of going for help a short distance to a farmhouse, he ran all the way to Battle Creek.
A team went out and brought the wounded man to town. Drs. Heilman and Karterman of Ida Grove were summoned to assist Dr. B.F. Warnock and Dr. Greaser of Battle Creek in making the examination. An inserted probe proved a hole the size of a silver dollar waws made into the man to the depth of ten inches.  At present time the man is alive, but indications are he will no live long.  He was a painter by trade and has a wife and 2 little children.

February 19,1885
Married at the residence of T. Thorsen, by Esquire F.W. Meyers, Mr. Gunnar Thorsen and Miss Emma Somme. (Logan Township)

February 19,1885
Last week, Mr. William Gilmore and Miss Burger were wed in marriage. Mr. Gilmore is a prosperous farmer and his wife is the daughter of Mr. J.S. Burger

February 19,1885
Last Sunday evening Charles Cowles, the barber, became the father of a ten pound boy. He was born while a fire was going on three doors away and within 30 feet of them.

February 19,1885
A telegram arrived last Saturday that Mrs. Lot Wasser died at her mothers home in Illinois on Friday. Many friends deeply regret the news.

February 19,1885
Married at Ida Grove on Saturday, February 14,1885, by Squire Wilkinson, Mr. Charles Gottlot and Miss Mary Summer, both of Grant Township.

February 19,1885
Died-D.H. Hall, 35 years old, a native of Malta, Saratoga, New York, where he resided until coming to Ida Grove two years ago.  About two weeks ago he was confined to bed with typhoid fever and he rapidly began to fail. As soon as recovery was doubtful his mother in New York was notified and she hurried to his bedside. She arrived on Monday and he was able to recognize her before dying. 
He leaves a wife and two small children.  The remains will be taken to the old home for internment.

February 26,1885
Chas Carlson's team ran away Tuesday morning, throuwing him out, bruising and cutting him about the head, he died the next day. (Hayes Township)

February 26,1885
According to the Holstein paper, Mr. Sam Challman and Miss Mary McQuillen were married, although we would like to inform them that they are a little previous, although they are expected to get married.

February 26,1885
D.K. Freeman, editor of the Correctionville News, was married a few days ago to Miss Jane Orner.

February 26,1885
The sad new reached our city Tuesday that Mrs. Ida Aldrich had died at her home in Oregon. She died on February 7th after a long and painful siege with kidney disease. She leaves a husband J.H. and several small children. She was the oldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Stoughton of this county. Another version;
The sad news reached this city on last Tuesday of the death of Mrs. Ida, wife of J. H. Aldrich, both formerly of this city, but now of OR. She died Feb. 7th, after a long and painful siege of kidney disease. She leaves a husband and several small children, who have the sympathy of all their old acquaintances. Mrs. Aldrich was the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Stoughton, of this county. The State Register will please copy, as the deceased has many acquaintances and relatives near Des Moines.

February 26,1885
Married at the residence of the officiating clergyman on Saturday, February 14th by Rev. J.C. Feilner, Mr. E.D. Bullock and Miss E.R. Gummow, both of Galva.

February 26,1885
Married at the residence of the officiating clergyman, on Wednesday, February 25th, by Rev. J.F. Heilner, Mr. Samuel A. Edson and Miss Mattie E. Sherman, both of Ida County.

February 26,1885
On Tuesday, Mr. Ezra Chaffee of Bakersfield, California married Miss Hester M. Pace at Woodbine, Iowa. Mr. Chaffee is a well known breeder of fine horses. His brother, of this city is A.B. Chaffee. More info.. On last Tuesday, Mr. Ezra Chaffee, of Bakersfield, CA, was united in marriage to Miss Hester M. Pace, at Woodbine, IA. Mr. Chaffee is a well-to-do and extensive breeder of fine horses, and arrived in this city on Tuesday evening with his bride, and will remain a week or 2 with his brother, A. B. Chaffee.

2-26-1885 
 A German woman died at Walnut, Pottawottamie County, last week, of trichinosis. She had but recently arrived in this country, and contracted the disease by eating raw pork just prior to her departure. Medical treatment was of no avail, and a microscopic investigation after death proved the diagnosis of the cause to have been correct.
 

2-26-1885
A girl at John Jackson’s

3-5-1885
WOODEN WEDDING—Last Saturday evening a few friends were invited in to assist in the celebration of the 5th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Payne, of Hayes twp. Several from this city were invited, but to their regret, the roads were so utterly too, that it was impossible to get there. All who were present had a good time, and Mrs. Payne spread one of those fine suppers that is characteristic upon such occasions. A large easy patent rocker trimmed with red plush, was presented to the couple, with the best wishes from all and hopes that they might live to enjoy scores of anniversaries.
 

Death in Hayes Twp.

The Sweede settlement in Hayes twp., has recently lost 2 valuable members of their business and social circles, by the deaths of Chas. J. Carlson and Mrs. Chas. Bloomquest. The particulars of Mr. Carlson’s death were related to us last Tuesday by E. Cronquest, a neighbor, and they are sad indeed. Mr. Carlson loaded about 16 bushels of corn into his sled to take to the Odebolt market. His team not having much exercise, was quite fractious, and while they jumped about some, it was not thought dangerous, and they were hitched up in the same manner that thousands of farmers hitch up their teams everyday. Mr. Carlson stood at their heads holding them by the bits, while his 14-year old boy was hitching up the tugs. Just as the boy had fastened the last tug, one of the animals reared upon its hind feet, and Mr. C, hanging onto the bit, was lifted into the air, and when the animal came down, it some way struck Mr. C., felling him to the ground, and the team started, tramping him underfoot, and one sled runner ran over his neck. The boy, not realizing his father’s condition, took after the team and soon caught them stuck in a snowdrift. Mrs. Carlson saw the affair and came to her husband’s assistance. As she bent over the prostrate form of her bleeding husband, he said, in his native language, “Oh, my wife, I will never get up again.” She tried to carry him to the house, but could not. She called her son, who, after getting the team unhitched, rode one of the horses to the neighbors to give the alarm, and during that time, Mrs. Carlson kept the suffering man covered with blankets to keep him from freezing. Neighbors came and bore him to the house, and a physician from Odebolt was summoned, who pronounced the case fatal. The sled runner had tore the flesh and whiskers from his face and neck, and an internal injury was made by the horse stepping upon his chest, either would have proved fatal. He lived 14 hours in great agony, unable to lift a finger or move a muscle. He could talk very low up to within an hour of death, and being a Christian, he prayed for deliverance and for the protection of his family. He was 40 years of age and leaves a wife, and 4 children, and was getting along well financially. The other death was that of Mrs. Chas. Bloomquest, aged 35 years. She leaves a husband and 2 children.

3-5-1885
A girl at Geo. Beister’s, Grant twp. George, a politician like you should have had a boy.

MARRIED—Feb. 28, 1885, E. M. Murray and Marion T. Youl, both of Battle Creek, Squire Brannan, Ida Grove, officiating

March 5,1885
Mrs. Chas. Bloomquist passed away Monday evening. She had been in poor health for sometime and cause of death was pneumonia. She leaves a husband and two children. (Hayes Township)

March 5,1885
A Girl at Geo. Charles on the 20th.

March 5,1885
Chas. J. Carlson, of Hayes Township, had loaded about 16 bushels of corn to his sled to take to the Odebolt market. his team, not having much excerise, was quite fractious and while they jumped about some, it was not thought dangerous, and were hitched up in the same manner that thousands of farmers hitch up every day, Mr. Carlson stood at their heads holding them by the bits, while his fourteen year old boy was hitching up the tugs. Just as the boy fastened the last tug, one of the animals reared up its hind feet, and Mr. Carlson hanging onto the bit, was lifted into the air, and when the animal came down, it someway struck Mr. Carlson, felling him to the ground, and then team started tramping him under foot, one sled runner ran over his neck.  The boy, not realizing his fathers condition, took after the team and soon caught them in a snowdrift.  Mrs. Carlson saw the affair and came to her husband's assistance and as she bent over the prostrate form of her bleeding husband he said in his native language "Oh, My wife, I will never get up again"  She tried to carry him to the house but could not. She called to her son, who after getting the team unhitched, rode one of the horses to the neighbors farm to give the alarm. Mrs. Carlson kept her husband covered with a blanket to keep him from freezing. neighbors came and got him into the house and a physician from Odebolt came and pronounced the case fatal.
The sled runner had torn the flesh and whiskers from his face and neck and he had internal injuries. He lived for 14 hous, unable to lift a finger or move a muscle. He could talk very low up to within an hour of death, and being a Christian he prayed for deliverance and for the protection of his family.  He was forty years old and leaves a wife and four children.

March 5,1885
Mrs. Chas Bloomquist, age 35 died, leaveing a husband and two children.

March 12,1885
Married on March 10,1885 at the residence of Rev. A.E. Smith, the officiating clergyman, Mr. Absalom Earlywine and Miss Wanda Nourse, both of Mapleton.

Married March 10,1885, at the residence of Rev. A.E. Smith, Mr. Wilbur Earlywine and Miss Ida B. Alexander, both of Mapleton.

March 12,1885
Married March 10,1885 at the residence of Rev. A.E. Smith, officiating clergyman, Mr. Wilbur Earlywine and Miss Ida B. Alexander, both of Mapleton.

March 19,1885
On February 23,1885 Mr. L.M. Rowe and Miss Emiline Hadley were married at Concord, NE.  Also on March 6th at Osco, Illinois H.E. Rowe and Miss Belle Holmes were married. (this may be the other way around, for dates and places)

3-26-1885
MARRIED—At the residence of the officiating clergyman, on Wednesday, March 25th, 1885, by the Rev. J. F. Helldner, Mr. Cyrus A. Folkins and Miss Martha S. Kundson, both of Ida County, IA.

March 26,1885
Col. Vestal Postmaster mysteriously disappears, leaving a shortage of over $1,000 in his accounts.
 

3-19-1885
A most unfortunate accident occurred last Saturday. W. E. Eldridge was crossing the bridge over the Maple River, west of town, with his wagon and 4 horses. The water being very deep, and the wind blowing very hard, caused the team in the lead to swing out to one side, and by doing so they lost their footing, and getting into the current, were unable to get back, consequently, all 4 went down, only 1 horse being saved. It was a severe blow for Mr. E., especially at the time of the year. He has the sympathy of the entire community.

Last Saturday evening, it was our good fortune to receive an invitation to attend a wooden wedding given by Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Arnold, in honor of the 5th year of their marriage. A large party of relatives and friends were present and all seemed to have a most enjoyable time. At about 11:00 P. M. the table for supper was spread, and a feast that has excelled anything yet given in this community, was partaken of by all the guests. It was early next morning before the party dispersed. The following is a list of presents received by the host and hostess :   Paper holder, Mr. and Mrs. Bushman; Hairbrush, Rosa Bushman; clock shelf, whisk broom, sugar bucket, cigar holder, by Hill, Maggie, Joe and Lowell Bushman; clothesbasket, butter bowl, lead pencil, by Henry Powell and family; corner bracket, Miss Mary Arnold; comb case, Wm. Christopher; towel roller and match save, H. and G. Arnold; butter print, Mr. and Mrs. Waddle; hair and clothes brush, Mr. and Mrs. Rae; wash tub, S. M. Eldridge; wooden bucket, F. M. Broome; photo in frame, R. Arnold

April 2,1885
Mr. Nepherson received news by telegraph on Thursday of the sickness of his daughter, Sarah, at Appleton, Wisconsin and he started out for there. On Monday he telegraphed his wife of her death and Mrs. Nepherson took the afternoon train to Chicago where she will meet them and go east for internment.

April 2,1885
Mr. and Mrs. Byron Whealan, a daughter on the 25th.

4-2-1885
A lively 11 lb. boy gladdened the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. K. Booth of Blaine twp. last Saturday.

4-9-1885
It kept the hens unusually busy last week supplying a sufficient amount of eggs for the consumption of the Ida Grove people on Easter Sunday. From the great quantity eaten here, the hens evidently didn’t have much time to fool away in playing baseball or progressive euchre.
  

DIED—Many people in Ida County will be pained to learn of the death on Thursday, April 2nd, of Joyce, infant daughter of Ed F. and Mary W. Hull, at their residence near Rock Rapids, IA. Mr. and Mrs. Hull are well-known here, and their numerous friends will tender them with their sincerest sympathy.
 

A brother of Charlie Ewing, of this city, was recently killed in KS by the explosion of a steam boiler.
 

Ross Harris, the mail agent, is rejoicing over the arrival at his house of a lively boy, of the usual size and weight.
 

Remember that Dr. O. G. Tremaine has removed his place of residence across the street, the first door south of the Catholic Church.

 MARRIED—By ‘Squire Brannan, April 7th 1885, Mr. G. G. Smith and Miss Mary I. Carroll, and Mr. Geo. Smithers and Miss Nellie Hoffman.
 

As we go to press this morning, we learn that M. B. Kellogg, an old gentleman residing about 5 mi. southwest of Ida Grove, died yesterday, and will be buried this afternoon. Funeral services at the M. E. Church.
 

DIED—Mrs. Thayer, a comparative stranger in Ida Grove, who had long been a sufferer from a tumor of the stomach, died last Saturday at 2:00 P. M. in her rooms at the corner of Main Street and 3rd Street. The remains were taken Sunday morning to Otto for interment. A husband and several small children are thus sadly bereaved. They have the sympathy of the entire community in their deep affliction.

 
4-9-1885
A bright new boy, 9 lbs., made his appearance last week at Mr. and Mrs. Jim Penderson’s house.

April 9,1885
J.L. Foltz is advertising his building for sale or trade in Galva. It is a two story building with hall above, 20x40, with 20 foot posts.

April 9,1885
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Pendergast, born a boy, last week.

April 9,1885
As we go to press we learn that M.B. Kellogg, an old gentleman residing 5 miles SW of Ida Grove, died yesterday and will be buried this afternoon. Funeral services will be at the ME Church.
He was the father of Mrs. L.J. French and several other children. Cause of death was typhoid fever. He was 74 years and 15 days old.

April 9,1885
Remember that Dr. O.G. Tremaine has removed his place of residence across the street, first door south of the Catholic Church.

April 9,1885
Died-Mrs. Thayer, a comparative stranger to Ida Grove, who had long been a sufferer of a tumor of the stomach. She died Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock in her rooms at the corner of Main and 3rd Street. The remains were taken to Oto for burial.Another version; DIED—Mrs. Thayer, a comparative stranger in Ida Grove, who had long been a sufferer from a tumor of the stomach, died last Saturday at 2:00 P. M. in her rooms at the corner of Main Street and 3rd Street. The remains were taken Sunday morning to Otto for interment. A husband and several small children are thus sadly bereaved. They have the sympathy of the entire community in their deep affliction.

4-16-1885 

M. B. Kellogg, a brief mention of whose death was mentioned last week, died of typhoid-pneumonia, and was 74 years and 15 days old. He leaves a wife and several children, all of whom are adults. The widow desires us to thank the neighbors who were so kind to them during the sad trial. 

A bouncing western girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Hartly, of Blaine twp., April 14th. Alex. Will not have to go to NY very soon again to look up a dishwasher.
 

Mrs. C. K. Marsh, of this city, died last Monday night, she having been ill for quite some time. She leaves a bereaved husband, and a baby only 3 wks. old. The deceased was a sister of E. B. and B. F. Curry.

MARRIED—At the residence of Henry Gosden in Hazel Valley, on Thursday evening, April 2nd, Charles Kissinger of Ida Grove, to Miss Emily Gosden, the Rev. Wm. Donaldson officiating. The groom is the son of Abraham Kissinger, formerly of Cascade. Miss Emily is one of the bright, intelligent daughters of our respected citizen Jacob Gosden, and sister of Henry Gosden of Hazel. She is an amiable and popular young lady, and the kind regards of her many friends in this section will follow her to her new home in the west.

The above was taken from the Cascade Pioneer, Dubuque County, IA. The bride and groom tarried only a few days in Ida Grove, and then pushed on further west, locating in Cedar County, NE, but the best wishes follow them.
 

A 2½ year old child of a farmer named Weitzel in Boone County wandered away from home Sunday while most of the family was at church. The body was found Monday evening about a mile from home in a pond.
 

We received the sad intelligence at this office yesterday that Mr. Bennett Thompson, formerly of this county, was thrown from a wagon, by a runaway team in Crawford County, and instantly killed, the fall breaking his neck.|
 

Jim Brown, of Battle, tells us that he calculates to collect board, fuel and rent from all the young dudes of Ida Grove, who have been spending so many evenings at his house during the past winter. Ed. Buchanan has the accounts for collection, and the boys had better come before suit is brought.

DIED—At the home of his parents near Rock Rapids, on Saturday, April 15th, 1885, Ralph. son of Edwin F. and Mary W. Hull, aged 4 years. This is the second time since Mr. Hull’s departure that he has been called upon to mourn the loss of a child. They have the sympathy of all their many friends hereabouts.
 

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Forney, father and mother of our esteemed citizen, W. C. Forney, arrived here this morning from Harrisburg, PA, and will make Ida County their home. Mr. Forney owns a half-section of fine improved land near Ida Grove. These people were accompanied by R. Stees and family, who will also make this their home.

 
DIED—Of Puperal Septicemia, Ida Grove, IA, Mrs. Mary Matilda, wife of C. K. Marsh of this place, departed this life April 18th, 1885, aged 27 years, 4 mos. and 8 days. The deceased was born in Dewitt, Clinton County, this state, Jan. 5ht 1857. Was married Dec. 25th, 1881. She united with the M. E. Church in early childhood, and has ever lived a life of faith and trust in the great Redeemer, and died with a sweet smile that told of the joys that awaited her. She received the closest attention and the best of medical skill, but all was of no avail, and she was called to the realms of endless bliss, where the wicked cease from troubling, and the weary are at rest. She was a loving wife, a kind and loving mother, and a generous friend. Her death is mourned most by those who knew her best. The funeral ceremonies took place at the M. E. Church, Thursday, April 16th, conducted by the Rev. L. H. Woodworth. Deceased was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Curry, and a sister of Mr. E. B. and B. F. Curry, of this place. She leaves a husband and two small children to mourn her loss

April 16,1885
A little girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs.  George Schiller.

April 23,1885
Died at the home of his parents near Rock Rapids on Saturday, April 11,1885, Ralph, son of Edwin F. and Mary Hall, age 4.  This is the 2nd time since Mr. Hull's departure that he has lost a child.

April 23,1885
We received the sad news that Mr. Bennett Thompson, formerly of this county, was thrown from a wagon by a runaway team in Crawford County and instantly died, the fall breaking his neck.
**On April 27,1885 Mr. Bennett Thompson walked into the paper office ALIVE!

April 23,1885
Died of Puerporal Septicemia, Mrs. Mary Matilda Mark, of Ida Grove, wife of C.K. Mark of this place, on April 13,1885 at the age of 27  years, 4 months and 8 days.
She was born in Dewitt, Clinton County, Iowa on January 5,1857. She married Mr. Mark December 25,1881.  She was a member of the ME Church.  Funeral services were held at the ME Church April 16th with Rev. Woodworth officiating.
The deceased was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Curry and a sister of Mr. E.B. and B.F. Curry of this place. She leaves a husband and two small children.

4-30-1885 
MARRIED—Monday, April 27th, 1885, at the residence of Homer Bishop in this city, Mr. Wm. M. Wilcox and Miss Bertha deBelloy, Rev. Peter Fox officiating. All of this city. This rather unexpected move has caused an awful flutter among the young folks of Ida Grove. It was so sudden and businesslike, that it nearly took the breath from some who had been building up hopes that they might become the “hubby” of the “honey” of one or both, but alas, too late now, and all such fond hopes are smothered by bold and manly hearts. These people have always held a very high position in society, and their friends are numbered by the scores, all of whom wish the bridal parties all the luxuries of a happy life. Billy had an eye to the future when he thus combined business with pleasure. The bride has been working in the abstract office of Mr. Wilcox for the past 2 years, and has become a great benefactor to the business, and now that she has become a partner, we presume the firm will lose none of its usually good trade. To show their appreciation and congratulations, about 40 gentlemen and ladies, including the brass band, silently stationed themselves around the residence where the bridal couple were last Tuesday evening, and gave them a beautiful serenade. The cigars were sent out and the newly married folks came out upon the green grass and partook of a regular handshaking, and we shall always believe that we saw Billy steal a kiss or 2 from some of the congratulating ladies who stood around with aching hearts and tearful eyes. However, this will not affect the business of  Mr. Wilcox. He is found right in his old place of business, ready to loan you money, insure property, or make you an abstract; and by the way, the bride informs us that she got a complete abstract of her husband before she negotiated for him. That’s business.

A THRILLING HUNT— Homer Noble, of this city, was relating a rather thrilling hunt he had once, and we overheard his story. A few years ago he was stationed in the regular army in TX, and it was customary for the boys to go out hunting occasionally, but seldom went alone. The favorite game was the peccary, or wild hog. One day, Homer thought he would go alone, and see if he couldn’t surprise his comrades by bringing in one of these creatures all by himself. These wild hogs are very dangerous when wounded, as the animal will squeal and all the rest of the wild hogs will rush to the----

April 30,1885
Died-Mrs. Mary, 62, wife of Joseph Hallam, Dodgeville, Wisconsin, on April 18th. She was the mother of Al and John Hallam, this city.

May 7,1885
A girl at Henry Wigands, Maple township.

May 7,1885
Married on May 5th, Frank Erlemeier and Albertine Sohm of Danbury. Father Mahrer officiated at Ida Grove.

May 7,1885
Married on May 6th, A.C. Simons of Ida Grove and Miss Hattie Tasket, at the home of the bride's parents near Des Moines.
The groom is one of Ida Grove's fine young businessmen, being a partner with Mr. Clift in the Corner Drug Store. The bride was formerly a teacher in Ida County and a niece of Jas. Burrows, this city.

May 7,1885
Mr. and Mrs. Henry G. Zimmer were pleasantly surprised with an Anniversary party. Thirty-five people gathered at Geo. T. Williams and then at 9 o'clock marched to the Zimmer home.

May 7,1885
Married on May 6th at the Episcopal Church, Mr. C.L. Hoyt and Miss Ida Bowland, with Rev. Peter Fox officiating. All are from Ida Grove. Mr. hoyt walked in with his prospective mother-in-law, and the father led his daughter.
Miss Ida is the only child of Mr. and Mrs. E. Bowland, and is a most beautiful and accomplished lady and in music has no superiors in this country. Finely educated, and very highly respected, both in the church and in the circle of society.  The groom has been a resident of our city and is numbered among our best businessmen for several years, having entire charge of the Green Bay Lumber Company at this place.

5-7-1885
WANTED—Some honorable man, free from the stain of human blood, free from indictments, free from bigotry, free from forgery, free from perjury, etc., to start a Democratic paper in Ida Grove, that The Pioneer may have dignified and honest journalistic opposition.
 

MARRIED—May 6th, 1885, Mr. A. C. Simons, of Ida Grove, and Miss Hattie Taskett, at the home of the bride’s parents, near Des Moines. The groom is one of Ida Grove’s young businessmen, being a partner with Mr. Clift in the Corner Drugstore. The bride was formerly a schoolteacher in Ida County, and is a niece of Jas. Burrows, of this city. The bridal parties are expected to arrive here in a few days, and The Pioneer gladly extends a hand of welcome.

CRYSTAL WEDDING—Last Friday night, a very pleasant affair took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry G. Zimmer in the form of a surprise party and crystal wedding. About 35 young people gathered at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Geo. T. Williams, and at 9:00 P. M., all marched down and took possession of the spacious rooms of the Zimmer family, and made themselves at home. Mr. Z had been apprised of the procedure a few hours before, but it was a total surprise to his wife, who was so completely surprised that she could not appear natural during the whole evening. Edibles were brought along by the company, which were served at 10:30 P. M. Soon after the arrival of the party, Mr. and Mrs. Zimmer were taken to the parlor and there, in their view, was an elegant parlor hanging lamp, all in fix, the best that could be obtained in the city. Mr. Martin Sauer neatly and briefly made the presentation speech, and in closing, said the company was at liberty then to have a good time, and the orders were obeyed. Mr. Zimmer has a beautiful home, elegantly furnished, and this little token of friendship was but the universal feeling of all their acquaintances.
 

Hon. H. C. Laub, was born in Little York, PA, April 18th, 1824. He is descended, as his name implies, form one of the old German families who settled Pennsylvania before the Revolutionary War, being attracted by the Quaker doctrines of Wm. Penn. He was married to Miss Lydia Baer, in Fredricks County, MD, in 1847. 8 children blessed the union, of whom one, Miss Belle, a most lovely daughter, of whom elsewhere a few reminisces of whom are published, has joined the angelic throng. Mr. Laub came to IA in 1852, residing in and near Muscatine. He removed to Cedar Rapids in 1855, and on the 18th of December, 1855, located at Mason’s Grove, near Deloit. He lived during the first winter in a plank house which, though only 12’x13’, afforded shelter for a family of 8 people. In the autumn of 1856, Mr. Laub moved to Denison, building a store 14’x18’, and for the next 20 years remained engaged in mercantile pursuits. At an early day, he was elected a member of the General Assembly—the district being composed of Crawford, Monona and Ida Counties. Mr. Laub, has however, at all times, been more of a businessman than a politician, and in his business enterprises he has been eminently successful—Denison Review. 

Wanted 

A competent girl to do general housework in a small family. Inquire at this office.
 

Look Here!
 

I have some German millet seed for sale cheap. Stern plows go from $6.00 to $14.00; corn plows from $12.00 to $16.00; corn planters from $30.00 to $40.00. Come and see me before you buy as I am selling at bottom prices.   A. B. Schaeffer

Ladies’ Jersey Jackets. 

We have them in great variety. They are beauties, elegant in style and very cheap in price, $1.25 to $1.75, at
Schleiter Bros

May 14,1885
Married on May 10th, Will R. Gould of Cedar Rapids and Miss Eva A. Valley, at the residence of Mr. and  Mrs. H.G. ZImmer of this city. Rev. J.F. Heilner officiating.
She is the step-daughter of Mr. Geo. W. King, and most everyone in Ida Grove is acquainted with her and have probably heard of her excellent voice and her manipulations of the piano keys, for music was her accomplishment, and it has been said by many that she has no superiors in this county.   The groom represents a large tailoring house at Cedar Rapids, and has made many warm friends in Ida Grove during his visits here.   The Ida Grove Brass Band, and accompanied by numerous young men, some of whome were the bride's admirers, gave the couple a serenade last Monday evening.

May 14,1885

Mr and Mrs. John W. Wilson, who have been residing for the last few years in Ida Grove, have sold out their interests here and moved to their former home in New York State.We regret the departure of these young people, as they were well thought of by all who knew them. Mr. W. was a most excellent tinner.

May 21,1885
Died at his residence in Logan Township on May 14th, Harry R. Springer, age 39 years, 3 months, 1 day.
He was born in York County, PA on May 13,1846 and came to Iowa six years ago. He leaves a companion and four children. Burial was in the Ida Grove Cemetery.
A post-mortem exam was done as a request, as he was suffereing for sometime from some stomach ailment that the doctors didn't recognize.  The doctor did the examination with doctors from all around Ida County present. They determined it was heart trouble, it was twice the normal size.

May 28,1885
Andrew McKown and Edith Livingston were married last evening, May 27th at Battle Creek. He is the son of A.V. McKown. Both are well and favorably known in this city.   The groom is the eldest son of A.V. McKown, the pioneer hardware merchant, and is a steady young man and the young lady he has taken for a bride is well calculated to make a happy and loving helpmate.

May 28,1885
Married on May 27th at the residence of the bride's mother, Mrs. William Dougherty in Waukee, Iowa, Miss Cuma and Charles R. Blackman, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.T. Blackman of Ida Grove. Rev. R.J. Hughes officiated.
The bride is one of the most estimable ladies of Waukee, highly educated and will make an amiable wife for the young man she has volunteered to love and of course "obey".  The groom is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. A.T. Blackman, of this city, who are among Ida County's finest people. Charley has been clerking in his father's store for several years and is a very steady young man, and a careful businessman.

May 28,1885
Ida Grove is to have a new hose house, with a bell tower 40 feet high. Frank Barnes and Tom Crawford are putting it up. The main building is to be 20x40 with closets, et.c, and rigging for drying hose.

May 28,1885
Boys-Oskar Berger and the German Minister, both of this city, rejoice over the arrival of good size boys.
A boy was also born at Brown's, the photographer.

June 11,1885
A girl at E. Cronquist (Hayes Township)

June 11,1885
Last Thursday, an accident of most distressing nature occurred to little Nora, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Sones of Silver Creek Township, which leaves the home desolate.
Nora, about 1 1/2 was playing with a number of children at her home when she accidently swallowed a small knob which  had been broken from an old sewing   machine drawer, and with which she had been playing. The knob became lodged in her throat, almost closing the windpipe. The parents started for Holstein where the nearest physician lived, but she grew worse so rapidly that they stopped at the home of Mr. Blake while someone went for help.  Mrs. Blake extracted the knob, but its sharp edges had broken through the windpipe and the child died before a doctor could get there. (The child died in its mothers arms on way to Mr. Blakes, and the mother extracted the knob after the child was dead...this was written below the article).

June 11,1885
R.B. Weaver filed information against Dick Dessl, of Battle Creek, who keeps a billiard table and sold pop and "bee bee" or "B.B."  The Sheriff found some stale pop, a few lemonades, a bottle of whiskey, a few kegs of "B.B.", and several corks, the latter containing the seal of the New Orleans Exposition. The trial came off last Tuesday before Squire J.H. Taylor, and the verdict of the jury was as it should have been, 'no cause for compaint', and the Sheriff was ordered to return the property.  C.C. Warren and F.F. Kiner were attorneys for the defense.

June 11,1885
Insane- Last Saturday Mrs. Pattee, a widowed lady of this city, who has been supporting herself and family of boys by wasing and day's labor, became insane, and ran about the streets in a wild and frantic manner, and finally fell to the ground with exhaustion. She was taken home and cared for, and the Board of Insanity judged her insane, and on Monday morning was taken to Independence by Deputy Sheriff, Ed. Williams, Mrs. Williams also accompanied her husband to render assistance.  She leaves several small boys, who ought to be well taken care of and placed under good discipline. Any one in need of a boy would do a kindness to mankind to take one of them and give him employment.

June 18,1885
Frank Discoll of Chicago, formerly of this conty, died of Brights Disease on June 9th.

June 18,1885
Duncan and Alex McCullum/McCallum of this county received the  news that their father died at Innervas, Glenlyon, Perthshire, Scotland. He was in his 85th year.

June 18,1885
Howing Hurricane-Ida Grove was visited by a most terrific wind last night-$10,000 worth of damage was done.

June 25,1885
Mr. and Mrs. John Entveen rejoice! It is a boy, weight 11 1/2 pounds.

6-25-1885 

J. A. Frink, P. J. Johnson, Francis J. Cowles, Geo. Sparks, Clarence Everdall were all out riding the other evening in a 2-seated buggy(?), yet there were only 2 people present. 

June 25,1885
Married on Saturday, June 20th, Squire Wilkinson of Ida Grove officiated, Charles Holmstead and Emma Karlson, both of Hayes Township.

June 25,1885
A.M. Hutchinson of Kingsley, formerly of this city was married a few days ago to Miss Emma Johnson. She was a teacher in the Ida Grove Schools a year or so ago.

June 25,1885  Doings in Court-  Court is still in probate session. Since our last issue a great many cases have been disposed of. Among them that of Walston vs O'Meara, which involved a dispute as to the ownership of heifer of the value of $20.   Walston and O'Meara are both well-to-do farmers of Hayes, each owning quite a number of cattle. Last spring they got mixed and on separating them the heifer in dispute was claimed by both parties, but was retained by Mr. O'Meara. Walston replevined it and the Court and Jury decied that it was his property. This we think is a good warning to farmers to have their cattle well branded with such marks as cannot be easily erased or destroyed. 
  In the case of the town of Holstein vs Flick and wife for the condemnation of four acres of farm for a cemetery, the Jury returned a verdict of $550.00 damages for Mr. Flick. 

July 2,1885
An infant child of Chas. Breidspreacher died last Monday of Erisypelas. (Galva)

July 2,1885
Married on June 27th by Squire Wilkinson, Mr. P.H.W. Schippmann and Miss Hannah Petersen, all of Holstein. He is the proprietor of the hotel and boarding house at Holstein that was formerly operated by Peter Bliesman.

July 2,1885
|A good sized girl made her appearance at the home of F.A. Lusk one day last week, which causes that broad smile on Frank’s face. He will give more goods for $1.00 than any other merchant in the city for awhile.
 

Sheriff Eastman should either grease his buggy before he goes out south again, or else not keep the whole load on the near side. The neighbors out in Grant twp. tell us the wheel refused to operate, under such a 1-sided load.

MARRIED—June 27th, 1885, by Squire Wilkinson, Mr. P. H. W. Schippmann and Miss Hannah Petersen, all of Holstein. Mr. Schippmann is the proprietor of the hotel and boarding house in Holstein that was formerly operated by Peter Bleisman.

July 2,1885
Married on June 27th, 1882 (paper says 1882, probably mistake), Mr. Leo Longnecker and Miss Sophia Burndston, both of this city. Justice Brannan officiated.

July 9,1885
J.G. GIlmore is the happy father of a girl

July 9,1885
Married at the residence of the bride's parents on Monday, June 22 at LaMoille, Marshall County, Iowa, by Rev. Martin, Mr. A.M. Hutchinson of Kingsley and Miss Emma Johnson.

July 9,1885
A girl at J.D. Millers and Hugh Fergusons and a boy at W.F. Huttons. We hear it rumored that Huttons boy weighed 13 1/4 pounds.

July 16,1885
LeRoy, eldest son of E.W. and Cynthia Whinery, died at Hutchinson, Kansas on Sunday, July 12, at age 12.
LeRoy was born in Marshall County, Iowa where he resided with his parents until the summer of 1884 when they came to Ida Grove. LeRoy immediately started school, where on account of declining health, he remained on part of the year. His love for study, respect for others, manly bearing and sterling integrity, won over the respect and admiration of all. Yet of his illness no compaint ever passed his lips. Business matters called Mr. Whinery to Kansas and it was thought it might be benificial to his health. Arriving in Kansas City he wrote a letter to his mother telling her he felt unusually well and when they arrived at Hutchinson on Saturday morning, where they expected to remain until Sunday with a cousin of Mr. Whinery's, he wrote another letter stating he was standing the trip well (this letter came after his death)
That same night he was taken sick. The next day he grew rapidly worse and just as Sunday was setting he pointed his hand heavenward and said to his family "Be good, kiss me for all of them all", then his happy spirit went up to the Son of Righteousness.
Mr. Whinery, with the deceased, met the rest of the family at Carroll on Tuesday morning and they went to Marshalltown, their old home, for interment.

7-16-1885 

“In the Midst of Life, We are in Death.” 

Leroy—Eldest son of E. W. and Cynthia Whinery, died at Hutchinson, KS, Sunday, July 12th, aged 12 years. The noblest, purest, and best of earth are born to die. We are sad today while we sit beneath the shadow that falls like a dark pall over us, and write of the life and death of one of the brightest and loveliest of Earth. Leroy was born in Marshall County, IA, where he resided with his parents until the summer of 1884, when they all moved to Ida Grove. Leroy immediately entered the public school, where, on account of declining health, he remained only part of the year. It was here that we learned to known him best. His love for study, respect for others, manly bearing, and sterling integrity, soon won the respect, admiration, and love of both teacher and pupil, who mourn with those who mourn, and weep with those that weep. For nearly 3 years he has suffered, more or less from the disease known as “diabetes,” and although the best medical skill was called to his aid, it was of no avail. Yet during all these years, no word of complaint ever passed by his lips. With business matters calling Mr. Whinery to southern KS, it was thought that it might be beneficial to Leroy’s health to accompany him. Consequently on Thursday morning of last week, he started out with his father, in good spirits. Arriving at Kansas City, he wrote a letter to his mother stating that he was feeling unusually well, and when they arrived at Hutchinson, on Saturday morning, where they expected to remain over Sunday with a cousin of Mr. Whinery’s, he wrote another letter stating that he was standing the trip well, (This letter was not received until after the dispatch announcing his death). But the Destroyer is cruelly deceitful. That night, he fell ill. The next day, he grew rapidly worse, and just as the setting sun shed its soft light over the city of Hutchinson, one by one he named the members of his family at home and pointing with his little hand heavenward, said to his family, “Be good; kiss me for them all.” Then his happy spirit went up to the Son of Righteousness  “who comes with healing in his wings.” Mr. Whinery, with the deceased, met the rest of the family at Carroll on Tuesday morning, and from there proceeded to Marshalltown, their old home, for the interment of all that remains of this precious gift. Our hearts are filled with sadness and throbbing with sympathy for those who mourn their firstborn, for during the short year that has just passed, we had learned to sincerely love him. “To know him was but to love him.” While this young life seemed full of promise, death snatched it from the embrace of that happy home and blighted the high hopes and anticipations of a fond father and mother. But we can take courage from the fact that he is not lost. He has just gone on before. There, “beyond the swelling tide,” made free from all the allurements which surround the young, your loved one has been gathered as you, too may be gathered when called to exchange mortality for immortality.

Spirit Lake, July 16th—Special to the State Register—A gang of pickpockets boarded the Burlington, Cedar Rapids & Northern passenger train as it pulled into the station here at 8:00 A. M. The officers were on the watch and one of the fellows, who gives the name of Long and hails from Illinois, was shot by Sheriff Eastman, of Ida County, IA, while making off with the pocketbook of a passenger. Another member of the gang was arrested. Long was shot in the hip, breaking his thighbone. Some of the outfit were seen working in Kansas City last week.
 

Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Whinery returned from their sad mission to Marshalltown last Monday. Mr. W. is very poorly himself, having 9 carbuncles upon the back of his neck.
 

DEATH BY HEAT—Last Wednesday, Mr. B. Schutt, a farmer residing in Griggs twp., near John Weinerts’, received a sunstroke while working at repairing a harvester. He was carried to his house, but died there the next day. These are all the particulars that we have gleaned.
 

Ed. F. Richman, who has been in the cigar-manufacturing business in Ida Grove for a year or 2, has sold out to his partner, Frank Degan, and has gone to start a business elsewhere. Frank will continue the business at the old stand and is turning out his good cigars as well.

July 1885
DIED—Nelson Reed, aged 73 years, with heart disease, July 17th, 1885, at the residence of his son, Elihu Reed. The deceased leaves a wife and 16 children, 9 from his first wife and 7 from his second. 5 of his children reside here, and are all married and have children. They are Elihu, E. M.  and W. T. , all well and favorably known in Ida Grove as useful and quiet citizens. The other 2 are daughters, Mrs. J. B. Hawk and Mrs. Tom Grace, the latter is now a resident of Sac City. The old gentleman has always been industrious, and at times in his life has been quite wealthy, but by some speculations in his older years, he met with heavy financial losses. He was a man of great nerve, and highly esteemed by all who knew him. His acquaintances were generally few, but firm. The remains were interred in the Ida Grove cemetery last Saturday.

  
James Holliday and Miss Cora Howser were united in marriage last Sunday at the home of the bride, Rev. Peter Fox officiating. The groom is a son of Geo. M. Holliday, and has gone with the rest of the family to Lyon County. The bride is a daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Howser, and has been a resident of Ida County for 16 years, and in fact, all her life. This is a very young couple, the groom being 21 and the bride 16.

July 23,1885
A boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Greely Gingrich, of this city, last Sunday, at peep-of-day.

July 23,1885
Died-NELSON REED-age 73  years, with heart disease on July 17th at the resident of his son Elihu Reed.
The decased leaves a wife and 16 children, 9 from his first wife and 7 from his second.  5 of his children reside here and all are married and have children. They are; Elihu, E.M. and W.T., Mrs. J.B. Hawk and Mrs. Tom Grace, the latter now lives at Sac City.  The old gentleman has always been industrious and at times in his life has been quite wealthy, but by some speculations in his older years he met with heavy financial loses.  He was a man of great nerve and highly esteemed by all who knew him.
The remains were laid to rest in the Ida Grove Cemetery last Saturday.

July 30,1885
Died on July 21,1885, Mrs. Nellie, wife of George Stoll, with erysypelas, in his 26th year of life.

July 30,1885
General U.S Grant Died.

July 30,1885
Married on July 25th, Rudolph Utesch and Withemena Wehmann, both of Woodbury County, Justice Brannan officiated.

July 30,1885
A girl at Geo. W. Coopers, one day last week.

August 6,1885
A little one has recently found its way to the home of O.E. Hess.

August 6,1885
Death by Heat-Last week, Wednesday, Mr. B.Schutt, a farmer residing in Griggs Township, near John Wienerts, received a sunstroke while working at repairing a harvester. He was carried to the house, but died the next day.

August 6,1885
Married-James Holliday and Miss Cora Howser, last Sabbath at the home of the bride, Rev. Peter Fox officiated.
The bride is the daughter of Mrs. Elizabeth Howser and a resident of Ida County for 16 years. The groom is 21, the bride is 16.

August 13,1885
Harvey Weldon, a former citizen of Ida Grove, died in Sioux City last Monday, August 10, in his 80th year. He was a member of the Methodist Church for a great many years and was a fine and respected old gentleman.

August 13,1885
Married at the home of the grooms parents on August 10th, Mr. George J. Lainson and Miss Hattie D. Terrill. Rev. A.E. Smith officiated, all from Ida Grove.
The groom is a partner in the barber firm of Lainson Brothers.The bride is the adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lainson, the grooms parents and the contracting party were raised together from almost infancy.
Another version of the same story is; MARRIED—At the home of the groom’s parents, August 10th, 1885, Mr. Geo. J. Lainson and Miss Hattie D. Terrill, the Rev. A. E. Smith officiating; all of Ida Grove. The groom is a partner in the barber firm of Lainson Bros., of this city, and is one of those quiet boys that never flies off the handle at little things. The bride is an adopted daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Lainson, the groom’s parents, and the contracting parties were raised together from almost infancy, hence, they know each other well enough to join hands in matrimony.

8-13-1885 

Marshal Hawk authorizes us to state that he will hereafter handle all boys found with those slingshots, according to law. Several people have been injured, besides a large number of windows broken by these stones hurled from the slings. 
 

FIRST GRAIN—The first new grain marketed in Ida Grove this season was a couple of cars of barley from John Sales sold to Wm. Bender. The price paid was 25¢ per bushel. The crop yielded 47 bushels per acre. Figure the profit for yourself. Alex McHugh, of this township, commenced hauling in 2,000 bushels of barley this morning, for which he gets 23¢.

MARRIED—At the home of the groom’s parents, August 10th, 1885, Mr. Geo. J. Lainson and Miss Hattie D. Terrill, the Rev. A. E. Smith officiating; all of Ida Grove. The groom is a partner in the barber firm of Lainson Bros., of this city, and is one of those quiet boys that never flies off the handle at little things. The bride is an

August 13,1885
Born to Mr. and Mrs. H.M. Titcomb on August 6th, a boy.Usual weight. Henry set up the cigars.

August 13,1885
Married at the Methodist Parsonage in Battle Creek on August 6, Rev. F.O. Jones officiating, Mr. H.S. Smith and Miss Mamie Van Houten.
Mr. Smith is a popular harness dealer.

Memorial speeches were held in the rink at this place Saturday, August 8th, in memory of Gen. Grant’s funeral. Music and speeches by Rev. Jones and Leclere were the exercises. Business houses were all closed from 10:00 A. M. to 2:00 P. M.

AD in Paper;

WANTED—A good girl.
Mrs. Jay D. Miller

August 27,1885
Mrs. B.M. Hester started for Jefferson yesterday to attend her brothers wedding, after which she will go on a visit to her parents in Jones County, where seh will attend the Golden Wedding on August 30th.

August 27,1885
Married at Ida Grove on August 24,1885 at the Schiller House Parlors, Mr. Adolph Anderson to Miss Jennie Wyland. Rev. Ax Shoemaker officiated.

September 3,1885
Mr. Frank Kennedy is the proud father of a baby boy. (Blaine Township)

September 3,1885
Dr. E.C. Heilman and family left last week to the eastern part of the state to attend the Golden Wedding of Mr. Heilman's father and mother. They returned home and reported the grand affair and that they had a good time. Mrs. Heilman and Ernest will remain there for several weeks.

September 3,1885
Word was received this week of the death of Blanche Hitchcock, daughter of Lucius Hitchcock, who removed from this city two years ago to Denison.
She was an interesting child, loved by her parents and by her associates. It was about 2 months ago that she was in this city visiting Mr. and Mrs. Weisenss and then in full enjoyment of good health. But, that awful disease, Typhoid Fever, selected her as its victim and in a short space of time, removed her from the trials and many besetments, incident to the life, to the happy home beyond the river where He dwells.
She was 9 years and 9 months old.  Mr. and Mrs. Weisensee of this city were present at the funeral services, which were largely attended.

September 3,1885
Born on September 1,1885, to Mr. and Mrs. A. Needham, a son.

9-10-1885 
Allan H. Gray passed from this world of sorrow and suffering to the enjoyments and rewards of Heaven, Sunday, September 7th, 1885. His was a life in which the human blended with the divine, and while his sun was at its meridian, his earthly prospects were suddenly eclipsed. Disease seized on the tender fibers of life, gave sure evidence of the approaching result, and while the enjoyments and possessions of Earth lost their wonted brightness as they receded, the hopes and prospects of glory and immortality grew clearer in its near approach. He was a leading member and Deacon of the Baptist Church, took a deep and lively interest in the prosperity of a free Gospel, bore his sickness with patience and fortitude, and with holy cheerfulness descended into the house appointed for all the living, “Where the wicked cease from troubling, and the weary are at rest.” He left a large circle of relatives and friends to mourn, among whom are an amiable, pious companion, and 4 children. The funeral was largely attended, and the Church was tastefully decorated. We give below a few extracts from the sermon preached by his Pastor, Rev. J. F. Heilner, at the Baptist Church, the day of the funeral, Tuesday, September 8th,1885.

TEXT, HEBREWS 11:4

The dead speak. The suspension of a man’s physical powers, the placing of his body in the grave, does not finish his existence, nor end his influence. I speak today of a true man, and a loyal Christian. I might point to his industry, his integrity, his temperance principles, and his fervent zeal and Christian love. But rather let me present him as an illustration of the power of the Gospel to bless a whole man’s life, and calm him in the very hour of death. How frequently we hear men say, that they cannot climb the ladder of success, and maintain a character for holiness and God. I point to our Brother’s life as a refutation of such an assertion. Always in his seat on the Sabbath day; anxious for the souls of his friends; even preaching the Gospel to those who came to visit him while suffering the most excruciating pain; constant in his attendance at the covenant meetings, and in all other duties, the same: simple, tender, man of God. But his Christ-like nature never shone so grandly as in his last hours. All men that I have heretofore met, dreaded death. Not so with him. He could say with Paul, “O death, where is thy sting; O grave, where is thy victory?” The sting of death is sin; and the strength of sin is the Law. But thanks be to God which gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Never shall I forget the smile that lit up his pain-tortured face, as I quoted those sublime words of David, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me.” And in his humility shown like a rainbow over that dying bed. Oh! It was this abiding principle that made us all revere and respect him. What Church ever had a more faithful Deacon? What Pastor ever possessed  a more trusty friend? Who even had a better neighbor? What citizen was ever more beloved? His life was lived without dishonor, and it might with perfect propriety, be chiseled upon his monument, “Here lies a man who loved God supremely, and hisneighbor as himself.” When I told him how much he had done to build up the cause of Christ—when I said, “Deacon, how shall I get along without you?” he replied, “My dear Pastor, someone else will take my place; I’ve tried to do my duty, and while I have had not had the early advantages of some, I have done the best I could. And then he caught a view of the sacrifice made by Christ, and this soul rose to a new pinnacle of emotion, his eyes filled with tears, and his burning words fell thick and fast, as he said, “I had intended to put this idea very strongly at the next covenant meeting. Tell the church, that my last wish is, that they do more for God and for souls, that they would all become preachers of the Gospel, and while the Pastor should always be the head of the Church, yet each one should personally and effectually toil for, and accomplish something for Christ. And tell the unconverted of the value of religion; not only in a dying hour, but in health and prosperity. Tell them that in Christ is found a satisfying portion; tell them to give their hearts to Him, and oh, tell my precious Sunday school class, that I often felt a great anxiety about their conversion while they were young, and now I feel more anxious that they should at once become Christians. Tell them this is very important, “to remember their Creator in the days of their youth.” Thus briefly I have presented to you, a man, who, though dead, yet speaks. His life and his death, form a priceless testimony to the value of religion. Born in 1828: born again in 1828, he stands forth one of the noblest specimens of what the Gospel of Jesus Christ can do for the human race—stands forth loved and respected by all. It can be said of him:

 “Shame knew him not, he dreaded no disgrace; Truth, simple truth, was written on his face; Yet, while the serious thought his soul approved, Cheerful he seemed, and gentleness he loved; To bliss domestic, he, his heart resigned, And with the firmest had the fondest mind. Were others joyful, he looked smiling on, And gave allowance when he needed none. Good he refused with future ill to buy, Nor knew a joy that caused reflection’s sigh. And now, Farewell, departed friend, a long farewell! No more shall sorrow pain thy peaceful breast; Released from earthly scenes in Heaven to dwell, Where every saint shall sweetly rest. But, O, we mourn thy partner’s heavy loss: A balm to soften and assuage distress, And each parental pleasure to improve. But while she mourns her loss, how sweet the thought, The dear Redeemer lives and reigns above, Where Christian friends again shall meet, And join in endless friendship, praise and love. We sympathize in thy fond children’s loss, With pensive pleasure view the grateful tears; And, O, may thy wise counsel on their hearts impressed, Flourish, abide, and a rich harvest bear. The Church bereaved now mourns a brother dead Yet faith and hope, their grief and tears suppress. O, may each soul behold thy God, his friend, Be found in Jesus, and with thee be blest.”

The following resolution was passed September 6th, by the Western Iowa Baptist Association in session at Mapleton, IA:

Whereas, since the convening of this Association, Deacon A. H. Gray, of the Ida Grove Baptist Church, has passed away from Earth, be it Resolved, that we recognize in his death the loss of a valuable member of this association, and one of our most useful and consistent brethren; and that we extend to his family, his Pastor, and his Church, our sympathy in the loss they have sustained.

Rev. W. H. H. Avery, Mod.

H. S. Fisher, Clerk.

September 10,1885
Yesterday afternoon, Mssrs. Mart and Julius Sauer received a telegram that their mother was dying. Julius left on the 4:35 train for Benton County, Iowa, where she resides, in hope of reaching her bedside before she expired.  In the evening, shortly after 5 o'clock, another telegram was received announcing her death. Mart will leave for Benton County this evening.

September 10,1885
When Rev. Woodworth announced from the pulpit on Sunday last, the death of A.H. Gray, their was a feeling of great saddness that passed over those who were present and who had known him a long time.

September 10,1885
Born-to Mr. and Mrs. John Thompson on September 8th, a son.

Septembert 17,1885
Douglas Township- Tide has a girl.

September 17,1885
It is with pleasure that we announce the marriage of Mr. W.H. Prugh and Miss Emma Armington, two of Ida Counties most worthy teachers, on the 6th of September. The groom has lived in Ida County for three years.  The bride is well known to most of our readers and is a young lady, possessing rare ability as a teacher and will make her a model helpmate.

September 17,1885
Friday evening of last week was the 2nd anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. J.A. Fink. A number of their friends paid them a visit.

September 24,1885
Mr. Charles C. Hurd and Miss Sarah Ann Goodyear, both of Ida County, were married at the home of Mrs. Mart Sauer. Rev. A.X. Shoemaker officiated.  May success and prosperity mark and attend the history of this married life.

September 24,1885
Galva-A girl at Mike Murray's make the happy  parents.

October 1,1885
We are called upon to not the death of Mrs. W.F. Lemonier of Logan township, who died last Tuesday morning with Typhoid fever. She leaves a husband and several small children. She was a lady of about 28 years old.

October 1,1885
Douglas Township-We regret to announce the death of Peter Smith's youngest child, which occurred Thursday morning, after being sick only 8 hours with choloera infantum.

October 1,1885
Married-At the residence of T.M. Parrott on Taylor Street on Sudnay, September 27,1885, Mr. William H. Shinn and Mrs. Emma Talbert, Justice Brannan officiated.
The groom, for the past year has been employed with T.M. Parrot of the City Meat Market and is a fine young man.
The bride was formerly a partner in the firm of Talbert and Brod in the millinary business and is a charming and accomplished young lady.
The band gave them a serenade last Monday evening and received a goodly supply of cigars in return.

October 8,1885
Died-On Saturday morning, October 3rd, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Hartley, age 6 months, 20 days. Funeral services were held at the house on Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock and conducted by Rev. A.C. Garner.

October 8,1885
A boy is reported at Chris Keehls in Maple Township.

October 8,1885
All. Ray, of Blaine township has become the father of a 12 pound girl.

October 15,1885
Galva-Born to Mr. and Mrs. Dan Wescott on Wednesday, October 7th, a son.

October 15,1885
A whopping big girl a tthe home of Mr. and Mrs. F.m. Harper of Blaine Township. The course for that wide grin on dad's face as he drove to town on Tuesday.

October 22,1885
On Thursday, October 15th, at the residence of the bride's parents in Blaine Township, Miss Emma D. Love and Mr. Daniel G. Yorty, were united in marriage by Rev. A.C. Garner of Ida Grove. Also at the time and place and by the same minister, Miss Lulu W. Love and Mr. S.M. Arthur were joined in the holy bonds of matrimony.
*More information from other paper; Double Wedding-A double wedding took place at the home of JC Love in Blaine Township on the 15ht.  The parties were S.M. Arthur and Miss Lulu Love and Daniel Yorty and Miss Emma Love, the two ladies being daughters of Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Love. Rev. Garner of Ida Grove officiated.

October 22,1885
Last Monday evening, Mr. and Mrs. J.T. Hallam celebrated their 5th anniversay, a large number of friends in this city visited them in the evening, unexpectedly.
*Additional information from other paper; Party-Last Monday night about 10-12 couples gave Mr. and Mrs. John T. Hallam, of this city a surprise party, it being their 5th anniversary. Music, games and supper was the order of the evening.

October 22,1885
An old lady named Stees, who recently came from Pennsylvania, and bought property here, died quite suddenly at the home of D.O. Crum, south of town, last Sunday. We failed to get the particulars.
*Additional information from other paper- Mrs. Steese, an aged old lady, who has been making her home with O.D. Crum, of this county, died last Friday, very suddenly with heart trouble

October 22,1885
Died on Thursday, October 15,1885 of membraneous croup, Charles Franklin Fetrow, age 9 years, 3 months, 22 days. He was the son of Abel and Mary J . Fetrow.
A few hours before his death, Charles was up and about the house with apparently a long life before him. On Tuesday night he was taken with croup and remedies were administered, which relieved his distress. On Thursday afternoon he became suddenly worse and before assistance could be summoned or anything done for his relief, he died. 
Died on October 17th, of diphtheria, Jennie Mosser Fetrow, age 7 years, 4 months, 26 days, daughter of Abel and Mary J. Fetrow.
On Wednesday the 17th, little Jennie was taken with a sore throat, but nothing serious was apprehended until the first of the week in which she died when Dr. Tremaine was called, who pronounced the disease of Diphtheria. All effort to master the disease proved in vain and she died Saturday.
Both bodies were buried in the graveyard here. Charles on Friday and Jennie on Sunday.  Funeral services were held at the ME Church with Rev. Sanderson conducting the service.
Both children were bright and active and full of life and their sudden removal by death is a blow and is hard to bear for the family.
*Additional information from other paper; DIPHTHERIA is again in this vicinity in a malignant form. Two children of Mr. and Mrs. Abbe Fetrow, of this township, ages 7 and 9 died last Thursday morning of this awful disease. Charley, the boy age 9 was a handsome boy and smart ans was attending out city schools.  Jennie, age 7 was also attending city schools, traveling together night and morning, a distance of about a mile.  Two bright children taken away from their fond parents and happy playmates.

October 22,1885
We learn with profound sorrow that Charles E. nowles died at his home in Odebolt last Monday morning.  Charley is well known in Ida Grove, having worked for the PIONEER.   He married a couple of years ago and soon after was taken down with dropsy and he went to Colorado to see if a change in climate would help, to no avail.  He returned to Odebolt and has since resided. He was 23 years old, a good printer and steady and honest man.  He leaves a wife to mourn his death.

October 29,1885
Died on Saturday night, October 24th, Nora Pearl Barrett, age 7 years, 2 months, 18 days, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Barrett. Funeral services were held at the house on the 26th at 10:30 by Rev. A.C. Garner and the body was placed in the cemetery at this place.
*Additional information from other paper; Died-Saturday night October 24,1885, at 11 o'clock, Nora Pearl, age 7 years, 2 months, 18 days, only daugther of Mr. and Mrs. John Barrett of Hayes Township.  Poor little Nora was suddenly called home to meet her Heavenly Father and to leave her parents and little brother.
Nora was a bright little girl. She had just returned from Boone with her mother after visiting, and was taken ill with inflamation of the bowels. Soon after she died in a very few days.  Her remains were laid to rest in the Ida Grove Cemetery last Monday with Rev. Garner officiating.
Mr. and Mrs. Enos Barrett, father and mother of John, and two brothers, Isaac and Smith were present at the funeral.

October 29,1885
Died on Wednesday morning, October 28th of inflammation of the bowels, Eveline, wife of Richard M. Getman.
Funeral services will be held at their house at 10 o'clock and at the Tourgee School House at 11 o'clock tomorrow and is to be conducted by Rev. F.H. Sanderson.
*Additional information from other paper-Mrs. Richard Getman, of Blaine township died last Tuesday morning with inflamation of the bowels. She was about 28 years old and had been a resident for 7 to 8 years.  She leaves a husband, several small children and three brothers to mourn her death, Albert, James and Frank Williams, all reside in this county.

October 29,1885
A fine large boy at the home of George Payne in Hayes Township.

October 29,1885
Mr. and Mrs. John P. Lester and wife of Galva visited last Monday in the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C.W. Moore. Mr and Mrs. Lester celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary.

October 29,1885
A horrible accident occurred at Pierce, Nebraska on the 22nd, Edd. Stagg, formerly of Ida County, and who was engaged in the real estate business at that place, shot and immediately killed his partner, Ed. Campbell.
In a private letter from Harry Woodall he tells us this; "Edd Stagg shot his partner, Ed Campbell, stone dead yesterday in his office in Pierce, Nebraska. They werr going duck hunting, Campbell was at his writing desk, Stagg got a shell fastened in the chamber of his gun and could not shut it and in trying to open it, the primer struck the firing pin and the gun went off, blowing the back of Campbell's head entirely away, killing him instantly.

November 5,1885
Last week, C.H. High, recieved word that his father was dead. he left at once, accompanied by his daughter, Nellie, for Waterloo, Iowa, the home of his father, in order to be there in time for the funeral.
**Note-this article says Waterloo, below the article says Waverly

November 5,1885
Married at Ida Grove on October 21,1885 by T.S. Brannan, Henry Jenkins and Miss Maudie F. Garber.
Henry is the son of a prominent stock raiser and the bride is the accomplished daughter of Samuel Garber, all residents of Bluff Center. (Danbury Scoop)

November 12,1885
Last Thursday night, Mr. and Mrs. F.H. Haring, of the Chicago Clothing House were made happy by a gathering of a few friends at their house to help them celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary. Fun, music, and good time were had by all.

November 12,1885
C.H. High and daughter Nellie, returned home Tuesday evening from Waverly where they went to attend the funeral of Mr. High's father. On account of the delay in trains they got there too late for the funeral.
**Note that his article says Waverly and the the previous said Waterloo.

November 12,1885
Died at his home in Blaine Township, on Monday, November 9th, of disease of the heart, George Holliday, age 70.
Mr. Holliday was taken suddenly ill about a week before his death. Dr. Heilman was called but nothing could be done, except make his last hours as comfortable as possible.
Funeral services were conducted by Rev. J.F. Heilner, of whose church he was a m ember. The final ceremonies were under the suspices of the I.O.O.F. Lodge at this place.

November 19,1885
Mrs. L.T. Babcock, died last Saturday, November 14,1885, at the home of her sister, Mrs. M.P. Conard, in Blaine Township. She had been ill for four or five months. Her disease was beyond the knowledge of our physicians, they could not tell what was the matter with her, nor could they do her any good, and she continually grew worse until dropsy set in and took her away suddenly. The deceased was about thirty-three years of age, and had been married about five years. She leaves no children, but a husband, mother, two sisters, and a brother, all of Ida County to mourn her loss.  She was a christian, being a member of the Quaker denomination.  The funeral services were conducted last Sabbath with a large concourse of family and friends who followed the remains to the Ida Grove Cemetery. (Mrs. Price was the mother of the deceased, she made a few brief remaks touching upon the noble qualities of her daughter and how happy and fully prepared she was to go.)

November 19,1885
Tickets from Ida Grove to Germany via the Hamburg line only $50. For sale at the depot.

November 19,1885
Miss Ida Hoyt entertained a large number of her friends at her spacious resident last Thursday eveing in the shape of a tea party. Nobody there but women. Oh! If all their conversation could only be printed in a book, how it would sell and how large it would be. Such parties are very injurious to the newspapers. All the news is told before the paper is issued.

November 19.1885
There have been three deaths of adults in Blaine Township all within three weeks, and all within three-quarters of a mile of each other. They were Mrs. R.M. Getman, Uncle George Holiday and L.T. Babcock.

November 19,1885
Mrs. Wm. E. Woods, a poor old lady was soliciting aid Wednesday in order to purchase a sewing maching with which to do plain sevine and thus try to support herself and invalid husband this winter. She was successful.

November 19,1885
A report has reached here stating that Miss Agnes Williams, who was here about a year ago visiting her uncle, Noah Williams, was married at her home in Wyandotte, Kansas, last Tuesday.

November 19,1885
Yesterday, at Battle Creek, while the accomadation train was switching one of the brakeman, Bert Bradfield was killed.  As near as we can learn he had just pulled the coupling pin between two cars and was going to the top of the car while the train was backing. It was one of those cars with the steps on the end, and when he reached for the handhold on the top of the car, he missed it and fell backward, his head striking the ground and his feet entangled in the brake in such a way that his neck and both legs were broken. His body acted as a brace against the end of the car, so that the opposite end nearest the engine was raised and swung from the track. The fireman, who was on the lookout for signals was the only one who saw the accident, but there was no one to stop the engine.
Mr. Bradford lived for two or three minutes after he was found, although of course, he was unconcious. He was a favorite with the men on the road as well as with those at the stations along the branch. He leaves a wife and child to mourn his loss. The body was taken to Mapleton where his widow lives.

November 19,1885
Married-Brandon and Smith, on November 11,1885 at the residence of William Bowman, Rev. A.E. Smith officiating. Charles Brandon, of Kingsley, Iowa and Ida Smith of Ida Grove.  The groom is the editor of the Kingsley Times and has a good business at Kingsley. The bride is the daughter of Mr. Willam Bowman of Blaine township, and has been a resident of Ida County for several years.  For the past season she has been engaged at the dressmaking and trimming house of Mrs. Jacob Brod of this city.

November 19,1885
Insane- Peter Soernson, a Dane, about 30 years of age, who was formerly employed on the railroad section here, has been considered for some time to be in a demented condition. He has been boarding at the Farmer's Home and has been working by the day around town lately.  He seemed to have become insane over architecture, and appeared to be in a deep study on that subject, and so constant was his mind set on that science that he had been known to stand on the sidewalk in front of the hotel in deep meditation, while the rain was pouring down.  He was taken before the Commissioners last week and pronounced him of unsound mind, and was given in charge of Marshal Hawk, who started with him to Independence. In his valise were found very curious and skillfully drawn designs.

November 19,1885
Messerole-Kissinger.  A very quiet wedding occurred in Correctionville last week, that of Grant Messerole and Miss Carrie M. Kissinger, at the bride's home, Wednesday evening, November 4,1885. Only relatives and a few friends witnessed the ceremony.

November 19,1885
Married-Thursday November 19,1885, Mr. Andrew Soellner and Miss Stella Winchel, all of Logan township.

November 19,1885
Mrs. Holt, a widow lady, residing in old town, died last Sunday and was buried on Tuesday. She was about 48 years old and had been supporting her children by doing day's labor. She was a good old lady and everyone's friend.
Era Newspaper adds;
Died-Sunday evening November 22,1885 of paralysis, resulting from apoplexy.
Mrs. Jane H. Holt, age 49 years, 7 months and 4 days.
She was well known here and has lived her 10 years. She was an industrious worker until stricken two years ago with paralysis, resulting from cerebral apoplexy.  Last February another stroke, which left her completely paralyzed on one side of her body and finally the one that caused her death. She was confined to her bed since last February.
Last Sunday she had a severe headache which left her unconcious in which state she remained until her death.
She leaves four children, two of whom are married. One of them is Mrs. Reuben Bartley, who lives at Odebolt, and the other, Mrs. M.E. Crank, near Holstein.
Funeral services were held Tuesday morning by Rev. F.H. Sanderson, of the Methodist Church

November 19,1885
Married on November 22,1885 at the residence of Rev. D. Nickol, the officiating clergyman in Battle Township, Mr. Edgar Buchanan and Miss Nettie Chapel, all of Ida County.
Both are well known in Ida County. The groom is one of Ida Grove's young and talented attorney and the bride had been teaching school in Ida County.

November 26,1885
W.F. Judiesch is now the happiest man in America. A large bouncing girl arrived at the house last Saturday, November 14th. he now has a family of 4 children, 2 boys and 2 girls and it just suits him. His happiness overflows in that large, big, round laugh of his. School is suspended and all work laid aside until Mr. Judiesch recovers from the prostrating joy that is hanging over him.

November 26,1885
The five year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Witt, who live in Ida County, about 5 miles S.E. of Danbury, was fatally burned last Thursday afternoon, from the effects of which she died Friday morning at 2 'clock.
The circumstances of the child getting burned is unknown.  About 2 o'clock in the afternoon, Mrs. Witt left her 4 children in the house and went out to the field to talk to her husband who was plowing.  The children, a girl age 7, and one age 5, being the one burned, a boy 3 and one age 1.  When Mrs. Witt returned to the house she found 3 of the children playing and inquired about the other missing and was told she was upstairs. She went up and found the little girl in bed with the lower portion of her body and lower limbs burned almost to a crisp.  Neith the well children or the one burned could be induced to give an account of how it happened.  Dr. McNerney was called, who dressed the wounds and did all that could be done to soothe the pain and lessen the suffering of the little one until death came to her relief.

November 26,1885
Buchanan-Chapel, on Sunday November 22,1885, at the residence of Rev. D. Nicol, the officiating clergyman, in Battle Township, Ida County. Mr. Edgar Buchana, esq., to Miss Nettie Chapel, both of Ida County.
The groom is one of our rising young attorney's and he has taken for himself a fitting helpmeet in the beautiful and accomplished bride, who has been in the front rank among teachers of our county, since her residence in this county. The wedding was private, only a few invited guests were present. Miss Tress Gately acted as bridesmaid and Chas. Macomber, esq., as the grooms bestman.
The young people are deserving of the best that life has to offer.

November 26,1885
Died-Holt, on Sunday evening, November 22,1885, of paralysis, resulting from apoplexy, Mrs. Jane H. Holt, age 29 years, 7 months, 4 days.
The deceased was well known in this place, she having lived here about 10 years. She has always been an industrious worker until 2 years ago when stricken with paralysis, resulting from cerebral paralysis.  This was followed last February by another stroke which completly paralyzed her one side of the body and finally by the one that caused her death. She had been confined to her bed part of the time, but on Sunday and a short time before her death, she had been feeling better than she had and was even more cheerful than usual. She was taken with a violent headache a few minutes and than was unconcious, in which state she reamined until death.
Although her death was unexpected to result from the cause it did, sooner or later it was a shock to her family that her death occurred as it did,
She leaves 4 children, 2 of whom are married. One of them, Mrs. Reuben Bartley, lives in Odebolt, the other, Mrs. M.E. Cronk, lives near Holstein.
Funeral services were conducted at the house on Tuesday morning by Rev. F.H. Sanderson, pastor of the M.E. Church

December 3,1885 (combined newspapers)
Died-on Friday, November 27th at 10 a.m. of consumption, Mrs. India Young, wife of S.W. Young of Battle Creek, in the 39th year of life. Mr. S.W. Young, editor and propritor of the Battle Creek Times.  She was born in Indiana and was married to Mr. Young in 1866.
Mr. Young and family left Storm Lake in 1879-1880 and moved to Ida County, purchasing the Times and during the last year, his wife had been ailing considerably, but not serious until a few months ago.
Mr. Young has spared neither pains of medical skills in his wifes behalf, but it was all in vain.
This is the last of 10 children, all dying the same disease.  The only relative outside the family that survives here is, Mr. H.E. Moles, editior of the Wall Lake Journal.  
The deceased leaves a husband and four children.
She was a kind hearted mother and faithful and loving wife.
Mrs. Young has been sick for a year and has been very low for some weeks.
Funeral services were held at the M.E. Church in Battle Creek on Saturday at 2 o'clock in the afternoon, being conducted by Rev. F.O. Jones, pastor of the M.E. Church and assisted by Rev. Geo. LeClere of the Presbyterian Church.
The business houses were all closed and a large number of citizens attended the service. The deceased was a member of the ME Church at Storm Lake.

December 3,1885
Farquhar-On Wednesday afternoon, December 2nd at the home of his son, W.C. Farquhar, in this city, Samuel W. Farquhar in his 81st birthday died.  He was born June 18,1805 and at the time of his death was 80 years, 6 months and 16 days old. He was admitted to the Bar at Columbus, Ohio and since that time, until old age compelled him to retire from active duty,  he has been an honored member of the long standing Friends Church.
Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. F.H. Sanderson at 2 o'clock. Singing will be with the male quartette. The Ida County Bar is invited to participate.
*Additional paper; Died at half past three at residence of W.C. Farquhar. Other paper said he was 80 years, 5 months and 14 days old.

December 3,1885
Died-November 14th, with diphtheria, Walter, only child of Mr. and Mrs. J.W. Lewis

December 3,1885
Died-a five year old child of Mr and Mrs. Bryngetson, last Monday morning of a lingering illness.

December 10,1885
Another boy at F.W. Shearers this week. Let the work go on Frank.

December 17,1885
Married-Dewey-Sheldon, at Ida Grove on December 16,1885, at the residence of the brides parents, Rev. A.E. Smith officiating, Mr. Charles L. Dewey and Miss Emma L. Sheldon, all of Ida Grove.
Both the bride and groom are well known here and have a host of friends who all join with us in wishing them a long and happy life together.
Additional information-Married December 16,1885 at the residence of the bride's parents, Mr. Charles Dewey and Miss Emma Sheldon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S.C. Sheldon, all of Ida County.
The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hilton Dewey of Blaine township, a and fine young man. He lost his right arm a few years ago by the kick of a horse, but he can husk 50 bushels of corn a day all the same, which shows his ambition and determination.
The bride is a quiet and unassuming young lady. They will occupy the Dewey homestead.

December 17,1885
Clement Haley and Miss Kate Mahen, who has made her home with Mrs. J.H. Bennett for several years past, were married last Tuesday evening, December 15th by Squire Wilkinson.

December 17,1885
The funeral of Mrs. Helen C. Lane was held at the residence of her son, J.A. Fink, last Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The house was filled with friends of the family who had gathered there to show their respect to the dead and their sympathy for the living.  
Services were conducted by Rev. A.E. Smith. The deceased, having been Presbyterian, the Rev. dwelt particulary upon her Christian life and her triumph in a Christian death. The services were very impressive. he was assisted by Rev. A.X. Shoemaker.
The body was placed in the cemetery at this place.

December 17,1885
Dr. J.S. Merritt, of Battle Creek, died at his home last Tuesday morning at 3 a.m.. He was about 38 years old and was a druggist, having been in business 6-7 years. He leaves a wife, but no children.

December 24,1885
Holstein-married December 10,1885, James Campbell of Ida County and Miss Mary Smith of Cherokee County.

December 24,1885
|Married-December 19,1885 at the residence of Rev. J.F. Heilner, the officiating clergyman, Mr. M.G. Sherman and Miss Fannie Zupp, all of Ida county.
The groom is a promising young man of Douglas Township and operator and owner of section 13, 640 acres of fine land.
Mr. Sherman came here from Mills County about three years ago.
The bride is the daughter of C.C. Zupp, one of the pioneers of Ida county, locating in Douglas Township.

December 31,1885
Married-Bateman-Clark, on Friday evening, December 25,1885, at the residence of the bride's parents on the avenuee with Rev. F.H. Sanderson officiating, Mr. John D. Bateman of the ERA and Miss Marcia L. Clark.
The above wedding called together one of the largest and happiest circles of friends ever assembled in Ida Grove on an occasion of the kind.  About 75 guests assembled to celebrate the nuptials of the popular young couple.
Mr. Joy L. Clark served as bestman and Miss Flora Beebe of Jefferson was bridesmaid. The supper was very elegant and elaborate.

December 31,1885
Nelson Insco and Miss Minnie Daniels, both of Battle Township, were married Christmas Eve by Rev. D. Nickol.

December 31,1885
We are paned to announce the death of an old gentleman, D.P. Sacquety who died this morning at his home in old town, at half past 9.  His illness was caused by a strain while lifting, inflamation settling in, which caused his death.
He was 59 years, 1 month, 25 days old and has been a resident of Ida County the last 7 years.
Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 1 p.m.

December 31,1885
Miss Nettie McKee and Chas Holliday were married at Rock Rapids last Wednesday

December 31,1931
Bateman-Clark
Married on Friday evening, December 25,1885, at the residence of the brides parents on the Avenue, but Rev. F.H. Sanderson, John D. Bateman of the ERA and Miss Marcia Clark.