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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1909
Page
2
A seller urges price comparisons claiming lower costs with no bad debts. He contrasts barrel candy nuts and fruit prices with credit stores, claims higher credit charges, and warns about debt passing to customers. He also notes a flour price shift and upcoming wage.
Dr J L Van Gorden was summoned to New Hampton Saturday evening for professional reasons. He felt the patient needed care beyond the holidays but returned to his Palo Alto practice as soon as possible, showing his demanding schedule.
The Emmetsburg Democrat notes Germany's interior minister sent a circular promising $13 from the emperor’s private funds for births of an eighth child. The piece argues for subsidies at home, cites Bro. Mayne as a proponent, and suggests politicians like Woods and Saunders should consider similar aid to promote national growth and industry.
The piece critiques President Taft and Secretary McVeigh over tariff policy, alleging Aldrich and Cannon wield power to keep high tariffs. It argues Taft is constrained by party forces and pledges, while McVeigh calls for cuts for effect, portraying tariff beneficiaries as controlling Congress.
In a heated discussion over tariffs and political allegiances, residents of Ayrshire including Cookinham and Mayne threaten harsh actions. The piece mocks journalistic wrangling over tariff details and urges restraint amid volatile commentary.
The article argues Canada imposes a 40 cent duty per barrel on American apples while thousands of barrels still cross into British Columbia Alberta Saskatchewan and Manitoba. It claims the tariff benefits the lumber trust and calls for freer trade and removal of tariff walls to boost competition and price parity.
The Clear Lake Ventura Heights resort expands with a platting set for next spring by H. H. Shepard and a syndicate of traveling men. More than fifty acres were bought at $200 per acre from neighboring farmers. The land sits fifty feet above the lake, well wooded, and the development targets traveling men at an affordable price.
John Bradigan and a boy and girl visited Faulkton yesterday after trips to Emmetspurg and Ayrshire. Bradigan ponders selling his farm at 38 dollars per acre, bought years ago for 13. He owns 600 sheep and recalls starting with 190 dollars, while expressing interest in the Branding Roak agency valued around 2000. He shows strong enthusiasm for South Dakota.
District Court adjourned last week with no definite ruling in the Dooley Palo Alto County Bank matter, which concerns settlement of an account between the bank and Mr. Dooley. The Jerry Flynn versus sister residence case was decided for the plaintiff but will be reconsidered. Court adjourned to January 27 for additional cases.
Charles Kendall sold his homestead near Granville North Dakota for 2800 dollars and has converted the AIOnMe into newspaper property. His six column quarto paper is printed at home and full of news and ads. He urges boys to abandon bad habits, work hard, save money, and make a life record, warning that questionable company can ruin any young man.
T A Baldwin will run a special car to Texas Tuesday January 4 with his ad in this issue. Mr and Mrs P V Nolan Mr and Mrs J K Martin and Mr Searis of Watertown South Dakota will join the party, spending the winter in Texas. Others planning the trip include H G Harrison Ed Thompson Mr Gammon E C Kent John Larsen and several Graettinger residents.
Judge McHenry strikes down new Town hotel law as unconstitutional discriminating in favor of certain class houses. State laws often require legal review before enactment and substantial costs to prove worthlessness of many statutes.
M E Contos sells his stock to Chas F Maguire and plans to move to a South Dakota homestead in January. The Democrat extends best wishes to both parties and Maguire announces in this issue seeking public patronage, asserting he deserves it.
Cold, firm snow covers the ground for several days with fairly good sleighing. Farmers are busking despite the frosty air, and the scene remains wintry and crisp across the locality.
Mr Norville and Carroll Bragg plan a wrestling match in The Iown during the holiday season with Bro Mayne offering to act as referee.
Mrs Arnold mother of Mrs Hick left for Sioux City Friday to visit a daughter and will travel with her to California to stay until spring.
Citizens debate the future of Emmetsburz gymnasium as concern grows over its absence. The Womens Civic Improvement association weighs actions to secure a new or renovated facility for community use.
Ft Dodge plans immediate rebuilding of its packing house destroyed before completion. Insurance settlements totaled 19 603 46 for the building and 9 835 for machinery, suggesting a total under 40 000. The piece urges Iowa towns to establish packing houses and push fair treatment from railways and large packers. It calls for organized farmers and cooperation with creameries to meet strong national demand for pork and beef.
Chas Babr narrowly escaped serious injury while repairing telephone wires in Palmer's addition when he touched an alive electric plant. He used his foot to push the live wire away, breaking the circuit, then fell to the ground with only slight bruising.
Mrs. Minnie Fink sister of Mrs. Louie Braatz died in Sioux Falls recently. The remains were transported to Whittemore for burial and were interred in the Lutheran cemetery.
A Thursday morning fire destroyed the residence owned by Mrs Christian Bell, occupied by the H M Meyers family. Neighbors saved most furniture. origin unknown. Insurance coverage reported but amount not learned. Nearby Mrs Emrich of Ayrshire and Mr Emrich attended the area during the week while he served on the board.
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