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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1925
Page
5
A community effort near Emmetsburg raised 100100 for a new hotel with nearly 400 subscribers from town and surrounding areas including Cylinder Graettinger Ruthven and Ayrshire. Prizes awarded to top sellers Fr McVigue and Will McNamara, while Mr Larson and Mrs Losey led sales and the campaign thanked many volunteers for their co operation and public spirited support.
The annual convention of the delegates from towns along the A. Y. P. trail met in Sioux Falls with sixty attendees. Delegations from Spencer and Algona attended. Emmetsburg was absent due to hotel drives. Discussions covered expanding the trail from New York to Portland and paving or graveling most of the route. Travel along the local stretch has surged, with cars from eastern and Pacific coast states daily. one auto plate from Hawaii and one from Panama were observed.
A jail delivery attempt by Frank Clayton's faction on Central Avenue at 11:30 a.m. sparked a citywide pursuit. Ted Smith, 18, and a paroled Anamosa prisoner fled past L. L. Hall as shots rang out hitting a store window and prompting Wilber Strait to corral the youth. The chase moved from Seventh Street to First Avenue North with Smith leaping onto a car running board before authorities intervened.
In town this morning a Mellana resident reports Charles Stafford stopped en route to Reliance Nebraska to attend the funeral of his brother Henry drowned at Dubuque. Stafford once lived at Mallard and Paln Alto friends mourn the loss. Also caution over itinerant piano tuners charging high rates. Drivers must not stop on one side of a paved road.
Rev. M. C. Thompson of Minneapolis installed as pastor of Bethany Lutheran Church. Service drew local members and visitors from neighboring towns. H. C. Holm led the ceremony, with Roy Thompson delivering a well received sermon. Afternoon reception featured speeches and music. The community extended a hearty welcome to the new pastor and his wife. Local residents and visitors from Hornell, Algona, and Unis city were present during the events.
City officials approved a five thousand dollar diesel engine and pump from Pairbanks-Morse of Chicago for the water plant. The shipment will come from Beloit Wisconsin and be installed soon after arrival. The engine will burn crude oil and is expected to lower future fuel costs. It weighs about forty horsepower and requires no generator. Local interest grows as the new equipment nears operation.
The Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern line wins state permit to run a Fort Dodge to Spirit Lake route via Manson Pocahontas Mallard Estherville and Superior. New 21 passenger buses to operate daily from Fort Dodge to Spirit Lake, with return trips in the afternoon, boosting regional service and feeder to the Fort Dodge Des Moines interurban.
W. J. Graef who managed the drive for a new hotel in the city departed Monday for his home in Harrisburg Pa. He plans a stop in Dayton Ohio to visit his mother and may spend a month with family in Morristown before another campaign. He is praised as a capable campaign manager whose efforts helped reach the $100 000 goal and earned the community’s gratitude and best wishes.
Washington recounts in the state Senatorial contest shows Brookhart with 105 475 uncontested votes to Steck 104 461. In paired ties 1425 Brookhart ballots were challenged and 418 Steck ballots were rejected.
Attorneys Ginnanth Hospital Attorney Minnan of Algona, known to many readers, is at a Mayo hospital in Trochester for a required operation. We hope his illness is not serious. Sioux City sends another representative to fret Madison and a request to see a list of the county retts from Wondbury county.
Sam Rozen recognized as the best Chevrolet salesman in town for record sales. His achievement earns a photo feature in the Chevrolet bulletin and formal congratulations to his successful record.
A Madeira Minnesota report says Roman Gappa son of J Gappa died when he touched an electric wire while moving a threshing machine outfit. He was married with five or six children. His parents Mr and Mrs John Gappa live at Fairville area with several relatives nearby. Neighbours extend sympathy to the family.
The Palo Alto County Agricultural Association plans its Fall Festival from September 15 to 18. Tents are secured and the premium list is at the printer, expanding classes and adding stock including poultry and dairy cattle. Exhibits will mostly be limited to Palo Alto county with invitations to all residents to participate and boost the displays.
In a Democrat ad merchants plan to distribute free tickets to Wednesday performances of Are Parents People starring Betty Bronson at the Iowa Theatre to all customers who buy goods, with several stores already signed up and more expected to join. Mr. Barty oversees the drive and urges shoppers to ask for tickets when purchasing.
General reports indicate many local school boards may raise levies due to reduced local valuations by the state executive board about a week ago. The notices suggest broader fiscal pressure across districts as budgeting bases tighten and revenue shrinks.
A lease on the Waverly hotel was sold by Mr Baird to J H Moore of Clarion for a 15 year contract holding to begin August 16. Moore plans fresh hotel operations in the city while continuing the Clarion Justine hotel, and locals expect improved service despite an aging building.
A county Red Cross meeting at the Library assembly room discussed the program and policies with newly appointed public health nurse Miss Ella Van Horne. District leaders and officials from Booth, Ellington, Cylinder, Mallard, Vernon, Emmetsburg, and surrounding townships attended as Miss Van Horne prepares to begin duty August 15.
Countywide training for all organized girls clubs conducted with Farm Bureau support at the High Not building. H J Metcalf oversaw publicity and news article prep for the local paper. Miss Florence Packman and Miss Almin Heiner provided guidance on organization, demonstrations, and county event plans for August 10.
Mr and Mrs Albert Wolfgang of this city purchased a Buick Brownham from the Motor Innx for 14926 Master Six The car is described as beautiful and well equipped The Wolfangs take pride in their new purchase In Wy The Blue Earth Minnesota Farmers Cooperative Creamery reported a July revenue of 27000 marking the largest monthly business in its history.
Emmetsburg Hotel company officers plan immediate sale of company buildings and lots. Architect in Des Moines instructed to finalize plans. John J. Steil named collector and will collect twenty percent from stockholders. Delays may trigger actions against delinquents. bids to be advertised in four months. Cooperation urged to open the hotel to the public soon.
I M Helgen states a winter contract with a Ringsted dealer for 10 000 bushels of oats at 30c a bushel remains valid. He has delivered some grain and the company is ready to pay as oats arrive. The purchaser sold the oats soon after the deal and the sale passed through several hands, spreading the risk. Many county citizens may have sold oats then. current price hovers near 35c per bushel.
The F. Jones company will open in the Joyce block in the M. L. Brown store room on North Broadway in late August or early September. The dry goods and ready-to-wear line will be stocked, with interior alterations planned. Mr. and Mrs. Clark arrived to prepare for the opening. the firm operates in several western states.
The late Youn P Littell, noted Estherville insurance solicitor, reportedly planned to leave 15500 to Morningside College and 20000 to another institution. His son Harry of Dows contends undue influence affected the will prior to his death. A big American Legion festival is set for Rockwell City with visitors from surrounding towns expected.
Leonard Erick aged 17, son of Mrs Georgia Johnson of this city, lost one foot while trying to jump onto a Milwaukee freight train bound for Hartley at Spencer. He had a job lined up in Hartley and was taken to Spencer hospital for treatment as his mother was summoned here. He had been working in a Spencer restaurant and friends regret the accident.
In discussing banking matters with the state board Governor Hammill urged determining stockholder financial strength to assess ability to pay assessments during trouble. He argued financially irresponsible owners should not hold bank stock as they effectively endorse the bank's obligations. Emmetsburg National Bank case showed Starr G Wilson lacked funds to buy a controlling stake and pay assessments, contributing to a near collapse and losses for local citizens.
Mrs EL Read reports from Carpio North Dakota that harvest has begun and grain is good. Land in the area is selling for 25 to 30 dollars per acre and many consider it a sound investment at that price.
Reports say Spencer received a heavy downpour yesterday afternoon while Pocahontas experienced a near cloudburst last night. Ringsted and western Kossuth county saw several days of rain, Mallard reported a soaking shower, and this city had a light early morning shower not enough to lay the dust.
Jefferson-Emmetsburg line operator R. E. Hilton completed first trip to Emmetsburg at 12 50 PM with a 17 seat bus. He advertises towns on the route and arrival times. Jefferson depart 9 AM, Emmetsburg 12 30 PM, return 1 PM to 5 25 PM, connections to Des Moines 7 40 PM and to Omaha via Great Western line at Lohrville. The service promises faster, cheaper travel and better south and southwest connections for Emmetsburg residents. Hilton is joined by a party including H M McCartney and others on the inaugural run.
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