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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1925
Page
2
A long historical note recounts the Old St. James Hotel from its pre 1872 origin by A. D. Gallup to its move to the present site, various owners, and eventual ruin by fire leaving it usable only for rooms. The piece recalls hospitality, local landlords, and other village buildings tied to the old town era near Ezmmersburg.
A fragment notes a residence once serving as the First National Bank, located as the first door east of the old flour house on East Main Street, highlighting a historic reuse of a building in town.
A large gathering of the Knights of Columbus from our county attended Holy Communion at St Thomas church followed by a well received breakfast hosted by Mrs. Frank McCormick’s circle. Father McNerney delivered a strong sermon on church power and discipline praised by all, as the event closed with a lively speaking and musical program featuring Frances Dubigg, Cerita Kelly, and W. J. Dunigan.
A report from southern Russia states 24,296 children have recently died of starvation in Tsar-Main province. Of Kharkoff's 639,000 children, 120,000 are in want, with only 13 percent receiving aid. Odessa, with a population of 631,000, shows 60,?000 starving children and only 6,560 receiving relief.
Sunday school at 8 pm and morning worship at 11 am are listed. A sermon titled Four Great Certain ities of the Christian Religion will discuss predestination evolution science and philosophy, with notes on the pastor's Alaska trip. An invitation to all members to attend Every Member Present Sunday is extended.
A federal tax interpretation by Solicitor Gregg of the Bureau holds that users of motor vehicle fuel taxed by Maryland Virginia and the District of Columbia may deduct these taxes in their federal income returns if the vehicles are used for business. The opinion also states gasoline dealers may deduct all amounts received from consumers as state taxes.
Local friends regret to learn that Frank Miles of the Iowa Legionnaire has been very ill in a Des Moines hospital for several days. Late reports say he is improving. He is described as a patriotic worker and a high standing member of the organization.
Peter Elbert Otto C. Elbert Chas E. Elbert and Andrew Elbert left last Friday for Saugemin Illinois to visit relatives and friends. They plan calls at Metamora and other Illinois points during their trip.
Al Schreiber's band to play at KC Hall tonight for a Wednesday dance. Anat class orchestra promise to ensure a good time. Tickets priced at $1.40. Everyone invited to attend.
A few farmers planted corn in the fine weather last week while most Eke farmers plan to start by May 1.5 April is premature for planting. Small grain crops are progressing well.
George Wiegand reports that the auto truck trade is steadily increasing. He began with a small truck and now requires a larger one. He visits Extherville and Spencer regularly.
RS Herrick, head of the Iowa Horticultural Society, reports to the Iowa Department of Agriculture that all indicators point to a bumper fruit crop in Joa this year. The message emphasizes favorable growing conditions and strong yields across varieties monitored by the society.
A vivid Saturday morning described heavy thunder and rain visiting the locality. The shower lasted about an hour and is noted to have a beneficial effect on the area.
The summer gathering of the Southwestern Mingeada Bremen Association will take place at Jackson, north of Merit Lake. Details are sparse, but the event centers on community groups and regional participation.
Hearings were held in Washington on whether duties should be imposed on butter imports. A witness argued that producers from Denmark and other nations can sell butter in the United States at prices below those Americans can profitably offer, challenging the advisability of higher tariffs.
A March dairy testing report shows 13,928 cows on test with 266 culled for inefficiency. Dairy sales totaled 251 cows, 224 bought by testers, and losses of $482.96 from skim milk issues. Keller and Hadley lead in butterfat production per herd, with 56 pounds per 1649 pounds of milk.
Dale Norton, long time Humboldt athletic coach, is named physical director and athletic coach of Spencer schools. He succeeds J. W. Sanford and previously coached at Spencer before moving to Humboldt.
Vernon township Farm Bureau resumed monthly meetings with about 100 attendees at Center School on April 16. Chairman H. K. Knutson, with Mrs. Ed Anderson and a corps of helpers, led a program featuring dialogues, readings, music, and a short talk by County agent Clark, followed by a lunch and social hour. The next meeting is set for May 21 as the program and lunch committees were appointed. Also noted, Paul Richards ordered a suit to recover 1,500 Crawford county Telephone stock sold in 1924 for $30,000, with an offer later reported at $33,000 and an appraisal to be arranged.
Federal Judge James H Wilkerson approved a $2 01 million improvement program for the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul Railway. Receivers H B Bramm president Mark W Potter and Edward J Brundage may acquire land and fund an extensive construction program from current income.
The issue reports H. H. Badke, once a Dex Moines millionaire, arrested in Estherville for forging checks. Budke repaid the amount and was released, then jailed again on a Des Moines complaint. Cartoonist Jay N. Darling left the hospital after treatment and bath. still in weakened condition but improving.
Miss Willian Radke of between Spirit Lake and Jackson sues Silas Palmer Jr and Sr of Lake Park for 95000 after an Aug 26 1923 auto collision near Round Lake. She blames the Palmers for injuries including spinal damage and facial disfigurement claiming permanent injury that affected her plans to marry. The case will be tried at Spirit Lake.
Gasoline driven street cars are now in use in a few American cities. They will doubtless increase in number as competition with autos pushes transportation companies to hustle and economize. Miss Lillian Millea spent Sunday at her brother Wm Millen's home in this place. Ralph Doses recently attended a high shoot at Britt.
An old remedy using Sage and Sulphur, once mixed at home to restore natural hair color, is advertised in modern form as Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound. A downtown druggist promotes it as a safe, natural darkener that leaves no telltale signs of treatment.
Novak, athletic director of Washington Mieh school at Cedar Rapids, will receive 5000 dollars yearly for five years to coach the high school at Parkersburg West Virginia. In six years Novak's Cedar Rapids team did not lose a town game and reached national contests, with only one loss to Toledo. He is a Coe College graduate and several other schools sought contracts.
Iowa Trias Nerthyvesient Monday at Northwestern in a Western Conference baseball game finished 6 to 4. The Hawkeyes field a strong squad this season as they aim to keep unbeaten on the schedule.
A dated tribute extols the box car as an ungainly but essential transport vessel. It argues the rail car, despite drab appearance and clumsy bulk, travels tirelessly carrying wheat ore cotton and other commodities, serving humanity with a quiet, enduring purpose.
Iowa divorce figures for 1924 show a overall decline from 1923, with 791 decrees granted and a 1,339 marriage increase compared to 1923. Polk, Linn, Cerro Gordo and Des Moines counties report notable drops, while Clinton, Black Hawk and Appanoose show gains. figures are preliminary and may adjust slightly.
Eu M Smith of Winterset former state senator and father in law of Mrs John Gorman of Ruthven was appointed by Gov Hammill to the state budget board of appeals on Monday He accepts the position succeeding Joseph Mattes of Odebolt who lied last week Smith authored the Iowa budget law and served on the Van Alstyne tax commission He wrote several pieces on his legislative experiences and the Democrat carried some excerpts The appointment is welcomed by the Democrat as a deserved distinction.
The Humboldt Republian reports that a newspaper editor on his own property accidentally started a brush pile blaze. Neighbors joined in to control the flames and prevent spread, providing lively material for the editor’s columns.
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