Democratic Press Pledges Fair Coverage of Candidates
The Democrat pledges fair treatment in primary campaigns and respect for free press principles. It asserts readers may hold differing views, welcomes candidates submitting non libelous articles, and reserves the right to edit or remove content to meet newspaper standards while upholding Roosevelt era ideals.
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Elsburge Democrat
Jefferson
Roosevelt
Asrummion
Free and Fair
Powiey
Democrat
Democratic primary heat grows in state race
Representatives Charles Z sistra of Sioux county and Curtis McKinnon of Bercy county announce candidacies for governor and lieutenant governor on the Democratic ticket. Dr Thomas Curran of Ottumwa plans to enter the primaries against Secretary of Agriculture Ray Murrey. The piece notes mixed views on whether Des Moines Democrats will gain strong endorsements and cites active primary competition in towns.
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Charles Zsistra
Sioux County
Curtis McKinnon
Bercy County
Thomas ©. Curran
Ottumwa
Soaring Tax Debate Mirrors Deficit Pressures
Fragmented text discusses tax policy and who bears burden, mentioning professions and corporations, and noting representative figures like Avery and Woodson. It highlights bipartisan tension over tax bills, distribution of revenue, and political maneuvering tied to the 1974 context, with unclear conclusions.
Local Inquiry Sways Around Brain Trust Plot Claims
A garbled report questions a so called brain trust plotting against government. It suggests Gary education officials relied on secondhand talk from unnamed men and women rather than direct briefings from Professor Tugwell and colleagues. The professor has returned to Indiana.
Conounced Remarks on Arts and Sacred Themes Discussed
A fragment notes concerns over discourse on religious and expressive subjects amid cultural trends. The text hints at recording debates on plays and ceremonial practices within community discussions and archival records.
Fort Dodge man Vern Haig candidate for Iowa governor
A reader letter notes circulation shifts and ads in Des Moines Open Forum. Vern Haig of Fort Dodge announces a statewide speaking tour and states he does not align with any political party.
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Vern Haig
Fort Dodge
Iowa
Collapse of the Carleton Beh Case and fallout
The Carleton D Beh forgery case in Ottumwa ends with Beh found not guilty on the public works loan charge. The probe touched Lt. Gov Nels Braschel and an indictment for conspiracy to defraud remains possible but unlikely to proceed. The Des Moines Register and Gardner Cowles face political adversities as Braschel critics point to alleged bias and Democratic dynamics shape the aftermath.
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Carleton D. Beh
Beh
Ottumwa
Nels G. Braschel
Iowa
Des Moines Register
Krascehe
Register
Messrs
Krischel
Ben
Kraschel
Des Moines Daily
Gardner Cowles
B. J. Dickinson
Mr. Kraschel
Rov. Braschel
Towa
Duing de Camper
Political discourse on mudslinging and Borah on war shoulds
The piece urges fair political campaigning and condemns mudslinging while quoting Senator Borah who blames munitions makers for World War I and warns they push for disunited, global conflict. It advocates government control of firearms and weapons and opposes war profiteering.
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Senator Borah
Senetor Borah
Senat
Board of Education salary dispute and town opinion
Rolfe Arrow notes that the 45th General Assembly cut the University of Town president salary to 10000 with rent, states a compromise from 18000. Editors question finding a suitable replacement at 10000 and urge hiring a good business executive from local high schools to steady mood post-crisis. Geems argues governors’ pay and state size. The piece mocks political maneuvering and laments during a period of fiscal restraint.
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Page
Yewenn
Rolfe Arrow
Board of Education
University of Town
45Th General Assembly
House of Representatives
Towa
Polit
Outh is no handicap for Calflesh governor bid
The piece argues age should not disqualify Robert Calflesh in his gubernatorial bid. It notes history shows young and old have achieved great things, claiming age is a minor factor for statesmen and business leaders.
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Robert Calflesh
Another View of the New Deal in Knoxville Journal
Fragmented reading of a Knoxville Journal piece criticizes the last Democratic administration. The text touches on war aims, cost overruns, and political humor, suggesting skepticism about government promises and fiscal restraint amid five hundred protests and debates.
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Knoxville Journal
Courtesy to Customers on Main Street
A reporter argues for better access to business premises on Main Street, urging courtesy and easier customer entry for all traders. The piece stresses that improving access is not just for a few, but for the benefit of the entire business community and their patrons.
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Spencer
Siurdass
Nim
Competing with Illinois for notoriety in Iowa
The Manilla Times notes rising crime publicity as Dillinger and Barrow draw attention. Barrow and his wife were reported in Marshalltown on Saturday after Barrow allegedly killed two policemen in Oklahoma the day before. The piece argues Iowa risks becoming a stamping ground for notorious criminals, challenging Illinois.
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Illinois
Manilla
Dillinger
Barrow
Marshalltown
Tow
Oklahama
Iowa
Dlinois
Former Episcopal Pastor Seeks Help From Emmetsburg Friends
Louis Denningn oft, M.S. T. Vicar writes from Minn Oklahoma to Emmetsburg Iowa asking for copies of past flower contest coverage and noting warm memories of the Emmetsburg community. He reports good progress in his new field, thanks residents for cooperation, and hopes friends are well amid hard times.
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Minn
Oklahoma
Emmetsburg
Democrat
Enmetsburg
Iowa
Branagan
Emmitsburg
Trinity Episcopal Church
Congregational Church
Louis Denningnoft
M.S. T
Machines Displace Workers Yet Create New Jobs, Says Lippmann
Observations note Walter Lippmann’s view that machines rotate labor rather than displace it, with examples from shoe production showing rising machine use reduces human labor to watching machines. The piece discusses education, farming, and economic literacy, urging understanding over data collection and questioning where education leads society.
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Walter Lippmann
L. P. Alford
Ronald Press Company
J. E. Bennum
Engineering Index
Amerian Society of Mechanical Engineers
Palo Alto
Ames
Mr. Hoffmann
Eld
Community needs steer school boards says Ayrshire speaker
Fred Hubbeling of Ayrshire warns that agriculture sustains the nation and that school boards must plan for future needs. He questions whether boards wisely shape curricula rather than overemphasizing athletics, urging truth and vision in education policy.
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Fred Hubbeling
Ayrshire
Nation ally radios advertised at bargain prices
Advertisement promises rare chance to buy radios and Majestic products at deep discounts. Majestic Console valued at 79.50 offered for 49.95. Majestic Mantels priced at 19.95 and 29.95. Gamble Stores feature.
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Majestic
Gamble
Laurens Candidate Fred Hawley Withdraws from Senate Race
Fred Hawley of Laurens, a regional advisor to the state corn hog allotment committee and recent entrant for the Democratic nomination for state senator, has withdrawn his candidacy days after declaring. The move comes as he ends his bid and suspends plans to enter the race.
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Fred Mawiley
Laurens
County candidates face two week filing window
County offices open a two week filing period as May 5 marks the final date for nomination papers. The primary election is set for Monday June 4, while state office, congressional and legislative hopefuls must file by April 35.
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Congress
Legislature
Young Democrats State Convention at Des Moines May 17
The Young Democratic Clubs of Iowa will hold its state convention in Des Moines starting May 17 with over 1,500 attendees from 90 county organizations. Headquarters are at Hotel Fort Des Moines. James Roosevelt, son of President Roosevelt, is invited to participate. Governor Clyde Herring will be the principal speaker at a closing dinner and dance. Edward Breen will not seek re-election. Delegates will register in the morning and district caucuses will name district committeemen and committeewomen.
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Young Democratic Clubs of
Iowa
Des Moines
Fort Des Moines
James Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Aacm
Edward Breen
Clyde Herring
Vernon Township Death And Local Notices Across County
A column recalls the death of Ruby yonn on the Barnum farm and lists miscellaneous county items. Fires destroy hay stacks near McCoy bridge. Chas Nolan buys J J Reardon residence. Sheriff Cullen helps capture murderer John Knowlen at Humboldt. Ruthven plans a new church costing about 16000 dollars. Local drainage movement targets Jewelry? hamib? lake northwest of Lost Island. FP H Donlon assists in Dubuque internal revenue office. Chautauqua slated for Emmetsburg August 4 to 10. Lightning and storms damage poles near Mallard. Homer McAllister buys a Ford runabout for rural mail. Sam Boies moves into G FP Herley residence near St Thomas Church. A Pageant titled Progress presented by the Women’s Civic Improvement association. John Conway dies after brief illness. Teachers elected include Lola Oliver and many others. Local high school baseball wins at West Bend with Roy McMahon and others in the lineup. County Treasurer Crisman asks issuance of outstanding county warrants for payment. Joe Joyce returns from Quincy and seeks a position at Palo Alto county bank.
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Ruby
Barnum
Vernon Township
McCoy Bridge
Peter
Jiomiball Lake
Lost Island
H. Donlon
Dubugie
P Sundey
Internal Revenue Office
Emmettsburg
Mallard
Homer McAllister
Route 1
Sam Boies
G. FP
Herley
St. Thomas Church
Boies
Iowa
The
Woomen's Civic Improvement Association
John Conway
Lola Oliver Principel
Winifred Brereton
Brenta McGregor
Mabel A Macoimber
Carl Weburg
Hulda Kaises
Lulu Perigel
Amna Showmaker
Loretta Duffy
Amy Moore
Mae Sullivan
Margaret Flood
Mildred Dailey
Jana Sarah
Catherine Crowley
Emmetsburg Local Notes From the 1904 Files
Thirty years ago Emmetsburg items report Sioux City teachers meeting attended by Supt Anne Odland and Prof H E Blackmar. P S Appelman and H M Helgen named postmaster candidates against L H Mayne. Opera House directors listed. City council adjourned with P F Hand as city clerk. marshal appointment delayed by ordinance. Telephone company to buy a new switchboard and 2000 feet of wire. Fair association elects Cal Kirby president and others as officers. debt payoff plan approved. Mrs Ursula Pfiffner dies at her daughter’s home. leap year dance planned at the Armory. Mr Orres and Humboldt family arrived in town.
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Anne Odland
Sioux City
H. E. Blackmar
Father Carroll
Graettinger Times
P. S. Appelman
H. M. Helgen
Emmetsburg
L. H. Mayne
Emmetsburg Opera House Company Friday A. H. Keller
E. H. Soper
A. Scott Ormebry
Jas, Dunigan
M. L. Brown
M. Cc. Gland Wy
I. Branagan de Lrectors
Hand
Chiese
Studmer
Emmetsburg Telephone Company
Old Fair Associpattern
Cal Kirby
A. B. Carter
Robert Shea
A. L Brown
H.C. Shadball
A. F. Coonan
Bennett
Forty Years Ago From the Democ rat Files of April 18 1894
The Democ rat files note Henry Kneer plans to buy a new street sprinkler for about 400 dollars. Saloonkeepers in surrounding towns quit business to avoid the new law. Edward McNally buys Higley dragline. Local papers report political changes and a cemetery levy. Hotel Baldwin at Lest Island Lake opens. a doctor aims to develop the property as a resort. St Marys Academy attendance is 160. E A Morling of Emmetsburg may run for district judge. Notables attend Cher Daniel wedding. Burlington depot interior overhaul. T J McGovern buys J Enoe's store. windmill cars ordered. Oats mostly dry. some fields poor but not severely damaged. Julius Heider dies from a herbed wire scratch.
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Democrat
Henry Kneer
Edward McNally
Higley
Grant Tinger Times
West Bend
Ruthven Free Press
Catholic Church Committee
Baldwin
Lest Island Lake
St. Marys S Academy
E. A. Morling
Emmetsburg
Fudge Carr
Peter O'Brien
Ayrshire
Burlington
T. J. McGovern
J. Enoe
Whittemore
Messrs
Stahl
Schendel
Julius Heider
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Lmmetsburg Lneup
Roy McMahon
John Dorle
Leo McMahon
Mariss Walker
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Phil Scott
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