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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1932
Page
1
The Mamdelet Co-Operative Cream Party outlines its annual election year policy to distribute a set amount during the holidays. Pearces participate according to their cream contribution as recorded in the fund.
Judge A Dewey announces Jerinary first as the date of effect for Onnee F F Faville Pershe appointment to the Federal Commerce Commission in Washington D C. He previously served as district attorney in northern Texas and was elected to the Supreme Court in 1990.
Frank Spellman nineteen and Joe Tronvell twenty both of Lake Mills are jailed in Winnebago county after police linked them to five oil station burglaries on Saturday. The pair reportedly took a small amount of cash two radios and some near beer and left broken bottles and a damaged peanut vending machine. Fingerprints facilitated their arrest.
Earl Haynes died after a brief illness at age 64. He was a former manager of the West Bend Elevator Co and is mourned by his wife daughter and family. The obituary notes his esteem among neighbors and lists surviving relatives and local connections.
Curlew celebrates Paul Brechler's selection as Drake University football captain for 1933. A Curlew native and former Emmetsburg student, Brechler is the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Brechler now of Grand Junction. The town extends congratulations and best wishes for his leadership.
Local reporter Chas Soper relays sister Mrs. John Sientz of Ada Minnesota reports a severe blizzard last week. The storm lasted four to five days blocking roads in all directions. Ada lies about 450 miles north of here as farmers struggle with high costs and low grain prices despite a bumper crop.
Graettinger defeated Terril 23 to 14 on Terril’s floor as Terril’s first basket of the season came late. The Terril seconds won the game later in the day. Jonn Derr, 9, of Creese Ged, collapsed from heart trouble while walking to a nearby venue. An unrelated report mentions Barry Pittines of this city and a partially legible note about a hospital or care context.
Dr. Mabel Nelson of Iowa State College outlines a soap making method using animal fats and lye. The process mixes melted fat with water and lye, then cools and adds ammonia or borax to achieve a honey-like consistency before aging for one month. Odorants like lavender or cedar oil are suggested for fragrance.
Community briefs report injuries and celebrations including Mrs. Peter Mulroney breaking her right arm, Grandma Grethen’s hip fracture, a 81–20 win by Ayrshire boys over Mallard, girls 20–6, and a Christmas program at the M. E. church. Eastern Star honors held in Plover with new officers named. various visits, illnesses, births, and local society meetings noted.
A Lyon county Reporter sourced tale notes a Canton South Dakota meeting where over 200 attendees—about 25 percent donating—pushed a Drake estate investment appeal. Speakers urged continuing $2500 weekly payments to England, promising potential returns up to $1000 per dollar but offering no firm guarantees.
Estherville editor reports December 7 concerns over a confiscated Buick tied to a liquor theft case. A radio and two spotlights vanished. the car was moved to Des Moines after the board of supervisors asked County Attorney Johnston to requisition it for Examier County. Indications suggest forthcoming revelations about the automotive prize.
Health lecturer Francia Brophy praises Christmas seals as vital for December letters and holiday packages. She cites funds funding nurses in schools and warns on local retention, noting a nurse prevented a potential scarlet fever outbreak in Palo Alto County.
Senator Cooney says a beer manufacturing bill may be introduced next session after talks with Davenport state commander G Decker French and Democratic leaders. He notes repeal would require immediate liquor traffic controls to be enacted to govern manufacturing, sale, and transport.
Lime applied on the Nels Pratt farm near Spaulding in Union County in 1930 raised corn yield by seven bushels per acre compared with the same treatment on unlimed land. W F Watkins soils specialist at Iowa State College says the spring 1930 lime showed a faster response, with the plot now producing a slower crop followed by corn.
Former candidate B F McFarland states he concedes the race to Patterson after reviewing voting issues at Spirit Lake and a disputed precinct in Spencer. He criticizes special interest laws, advocates tax reform based on income, and notes lessons from a Canada trip and campaign costs. He thanks supporters and plans to aid in policy goals despite not being elected.
Canning meat requires sanitary handling with beef pork and various cuts suitable for processing. Methods include hot water bath three hours at 15 degrees F or 144 hours in a 10 pound pressure cooker. time starts after steam vents for 7 to 10 minutes.
Dr W E Bradley was elected president of the Emmet County Medical Association. Dr J S Knipe of Armstrong named vice president, Dr S V Kirkergaard of Ringsted secretary treasurer and Dr N H Mmereness of Dolliver censor.
Monday a large barn on the Martin Olson farm near Half was destroyed by fire. Olson says he was thawing a water pipe with kerosene on a rag when nearby straw caught fire. About 40 tons of hay were lost while livestock were saved. Loss estimated at 2500 dollars with insurance.
A baby boy was born in the latter part of the past week to Mr and Mrs Arthur Zumach of West Bend. The family welcomed the newborn into their home.
New Hampton businessman Thoreson died when his car struck a bridge on Route 3 8. A bust of his wife and four year old daughter was reported.
A fire destroyed the Nathanson Auto store in Estherville and damaged a nearby residence on Priday Foss. Losses are estimated and partly covered by insurance. Occupants could not save any belongings from the blaze.
Algona barbers announce a Christmas charity event offering free haircuts to needy children. One designated night will host a general haircutting bee to serve the community.
Fire at Dr P O Weller home in West Bend Thursday evening began from an overheated furnace pipe under stairs leading to the basement. West Bend fire company gained control with little damage reported.
J. KE. Herven, a Halfa farmer aged 66, died Sunday after a two year illness. A native of Norway, he is survived by his widow, three sons and a daughter. A sister, Mrs. Thorvald Olsen of Estherville, and a brother, O. K. Berg Ven of Halfa, also survive.
Friday program at Emmetsburg High School features three games starting 6 30 p m with Graettinger Seconds versus Emmetsburg Seconds followed by Graettinger High versus Emmetsburg High and Angus tana Reserves of Sioux Falls versus Emmetsburg Junior College Admission is 25 and 35 cents.
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