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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1925
Page
2
Eammerasburg Iowa August 24 1926 Bitter Democrat argues Belgium relief terms favored, asks if aliens are better than national sons. Compares debts, yields, bond schemes to U S government measures. Calls for farmer cooperatives and a mobilized strike ethos echoing Corn Growers Association. Mentions Mr and Mrs J B McGinty and daughter Helen visiting Ambrose Hester.
Fort Dodge resident and former rate pexa ter Wane Frought Boeing to Kerepe Fred Larabes refereed from Kargg. He toured several countries with Cyrenes Cole, congressman from the fifth district and Cedar Rapids Republican editor. Their observations of European conditions may profit themselves and their friends.
The Rathven Free Press was sold last Saturday by I J Foy to A P Brare of Paynesville Minnesota. Mr Brask has taken possession and Por will continue as postmaster at Rathven, remaining in the current building. He is not on the editorial neighbors list anymore, having published a spicy paper and earned goodwill among newspaper friends. He may buy in another town if a suitable location is found. Hearty greetings are offered to Mr Brace as he begins a new field of activity.
Chss D Reed head of the Iowa Weather and Crop Report bureau urged a federal grain reserve system to stabilize prices. He suggested a federal commission would control it, benefiting farmers and business while limiting harm to speculators. Reed cited Iowa corn acreage and a bumper crop as context, noting local conditions differ across the state.
Mr and Mrs G H Kirley of Neponset Illinois near Kewanee spent a week with old neighbors northwest of Exmetsburg. They lived here three years, left when war began, kept in touch with locals, read the Democrat weekly, and noted the dry season and promising corn in Illinois. They planned to visit relatives in Buena Vista County before returning home.
Des Moines officials forecast record attendance as the State Fair opens tomorrow for an eight day run. More than 500 carloads of exhibits including farm products and livestock arrive by morning while railroads offer low round trip rates and general admission is 50 cents. Friday features auto races fireworks and hip podrome with six bands. The five day horse race program begins Saturday with over 18000 in purses.
Iowa reports 276,400 acres of alfalfa this year the largest on record. Last fall logged 2764 acres, previously 230,000. five years ago total alfalfa stood at 172,000. The steady yearly rise shows alfalfa’s rising role in state agriculture over the quarter century.
Mr Miler of Spencer III Mrs Thos Miner of Spencer, 8 daughter of Mr and Mrs Aren Ban, was partially operated on in the Spencer hospital Thursday but will need a more serious operation elsewhere. She has returned home. Rows Baird of Omahs recently as send a tew date pir mc Clifford Lony of 1 R a.
Ayrshire reader known figure Ed Myles suffered a paralysis stroke late last week. He previously worked in locomotive engineering before retirement and has since engaged in business locally. An early recovery report is eagerly awaited, with speculation about health improvement.
Mrs J P Larson aged 73 was struck by a northbound Great Western freight train while crossing the tracks near her Lake Cornelia home in Clarion. She died within minutes at a nearby building two witnesses, her husband and a Mr Wilson, watched from behind as they crossed the tracks mid block.
C. C. Rice of Clear Lake kept silage from 1917 unwasted for seven years. Each year the top layer stayed fresh and sweet, never emptied to the bottom until 1925 when pasture failed. The preserved feed fed his herd while others faced shortages, a strong tip to store surplus forage in a silo.
The Sweet Bros stock company concludes a three night stand in the big tent on Main Street with a fresh bill each evening. The storm reduced attendance Monday but the tent was dust tight and full with an appreciative crowd. The company, with orchestra and a strong cast, delivers a clean comedy and vaudeville between acts. Tonight's bill is Jerry. The Sweet Brothers will tour Emmetsburg September 3 4 and 5. Miss Helen Bolling has returned to Sioux City after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Peter Collins and is training as a nurse. Miss Nabel Nelson leaves Friday to teach in Correctionville for the coming year. Our bargain tables at Haimmes & Sone offer girls school footwear. Jane Mund arrived home from Cedar Falls from summer school. Anna and Margaret Donovan visited Spencer Thursday.rt Mulraney traveled to Cherme Sunday evening Oyo bastecee trip.
Ynattie Fairmont J. 8. Peterson of Armstrong reports a thriving canning factory. Green peas are canned in June, sweet corn in July, and field corn later. Pumpkins are canned in the fall as a large force works year round.
Victor W Lawson a noted newspaper man who died last Wednesday is remembered by older citizens for the cent price era. He once owned the Chicago Daily News and led a week of postal cards bearing One a Day that announced price cuts. The episode spurred broader rate changes as print quality rose and printer wages climbed.
A tin of Gar goyle Mobdiloil offers a ready oil supply for motorists facing detours or dealer shortages. The ad urges travelers to carry quart cans to protect engines, noting the oil's right grade and quality for each car. The design features a tight seal and a pour spout for easy use during emergencies.
An old advertisement touts St Jacob's Oil for lumbago backache sciatica and stiffness. It claims rapid relief from rubbing the back with the tonic, says the skin is unharmed and promises lasting freedom from pain after a single use.
A car carrying Dudes Kane Joe McDonald Mary Ruddy Veronica Ruddy and Ione Engles left the grade south of the city, damaging the auto. McDonald and Mary Ruddy suffered slight injuries. The 2 year Ford sedan required substantial repairs. Kane’s parents had planned a trip to Wisconsin but postponed it.
Mrs Eilisebeth Hopson arrived home from Minneapolis after a month at the National Summer School of Cosmetology where instructors of note were present and representatives from 24 states attended. Her years of study and recent associations with specialists promise high quality service, though a location has not yet been chosen.
Mr Gekiniemeyer’s Melber went to Wa verly to spend a few days with his parents and found his mother very ill. She is under a nurse’s care and he will stay until her condition improves.
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