Increase in Fatal Auto Accidents Prompts State Warning
The State Department of Public Safety reports a rise in fatal motor vehicle crashes in 1948 versus 1947, with more deaths on rural county and local roads. Key notes include overturning and run off roadway events, high rates of unlicensed drivers, and a troubling share of drivers under the influence. Officials urge stronger enforcement, safety education, and the State Driver Improvement program to curb the toll.
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State Department of Public Safety
Puch
Nantficent
Rafety
Nately
Setela
Sven
Iowa
Elooke
Here and There Advice From Vague Readers
A fragmented column recalls consoling calls and messages after a minor illness. Joe Orvin, a veteran newsman, jokes about buying a small hottie of Sloan's liniment for relief from bickering. The note mentions F J Sort of Margaretta as the contributor.
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Joe Orvin
Esther Vibe
Sloan
Dine elnushin and town turmoil headline
In The Editors VIXING THE RESPONSEBILITY FONDA TIMES the piece laments athletic towns and fan trouble caused by spectators. It cites Wave and Airs as better examples and hints grownups should learn from them while noting a pastor’s Sunday collection shortfall and a push to hold a bazaar as a money-raising effort.
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Fonda Times
Elnushin
Spectatora
Numboldt Revyuelican
Quail Covey Surprise Spurs First Bird Hunt
On a brisk field trip near Knoxville we chased a covey spotted in a brush ravine. Our setter Lad flushed two quail after a long search, marking our first successful quarry with a dog and a double shot in windy conditions.
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Knoxville
Iowa
Ie.stodd
Tha Mings
Thors
Quail hunting trips and local town notes
Narrative recounts a day of quail chasing with missed birds and near misses in rough timber and gully cover. It praises Chariton hosts and neighbors who aided the hunters, notes holiday travels, and reports local community notices and 50 years ago clippings mentioning Dawson City trips and regional happenings.
Headlines From Other Years in The Democrat Forty Years Ago
A December issue of The Democrat recalls brief entries from twenty five years prior. News notes include holiday decorations on Main and Broadway, a large barn and farm equipment destroyed by fire near the Mary Callahan farm, a tenant’s loss of oats and gear, the death of Thomas Shea, injuries to C. E. Eckert in a husking machine incident, and students from Mount St. Joseph's college returning home. Other items mention local visitors, property development in Los Angeles, a surprise birthday party for Bert King, and Shadbolt's hospital stay.
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Mary Callahan
John Miles
Local notes from Emmetsburg and vicinity in December
Paul Case returns home from Inwood as diphtheria cases in his school force a short closure. Miss Anne Miller resigns from the public school effective December 24. Mr Anthony Stone and Mrs Dennie Dawson wed at her mother’s home with Rev. L G Kent officiating. Miss Winnie Stueamer ill with inflammatory rheumatism. Front of the A O H building completed as a standout. J L Martin sells three blocks to Mrs P J Nolan for 475 dollars. George G Rundell buys Matilda LaBar eighty in Vern atley for 31600. W L and Alex Hempnik travel to Des Moines for business related to their find contest gas. Foresters plan their third annual ball at the Armory on Friday, December 30. One of David Starr’s teams ran away but no injuries. Congregational church lecture on Social Purity drew light attendance. Rev Mitchell’s remarks urged reform. Bur tington fire at Tether ville caused 36010 loss. insurance 450 and 22300 insured. fire damage noted.
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Paul Case
Inwood
Anne Miller
Emmetsburg
Anthony Stone
Airs
Dennle Dawson
Gusland
L. G. Kent
Winnie Stueamer
Tnmersburg
J. L. Martin
W. J. Brown
P. J. Nolan
George G. Rundell
Matilda LaBar
Vern
W. L
Alex Hempnik
Ruthven
Des Moines
Foresters
David Starr
Congregational Church
Mitchell
Burtington
Tetherville Wan
Esthars Ville Seeks More Hotel Rooms This Spring
The city of Esthars Ville faces a shortage of hotel accommodations and plans to rebuild or expand facilities by spring to meet rising visitor demand. Local officials stated the need for additional lodging options to support tourism and events.
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Esthars, Ville
Local Church and District Leaders Named for County Roles
A fragmented listing names officials and clergy across districts and departments. It lists John Thompson and Len Prins from Tet and Brit districts, Franke Fotey, Wm. McConnell, and others as district supervisors, superintendents, and church leaders.
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John Thompson
Len Prins Brit
Franke Fotey
Wm. McConnell
Omro Cattinaton Supt
Brown County
Seliniig Dow
Warner
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National Editorial Association
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Herb Baker
B. J. Wein
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Earle Buele
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Pyountalak
Wyoming
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Ae Doe
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A. Prichard
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Charze
Mi. Thorpton
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Igie
Emowetshiire
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Hane Dinger
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Frank Wosallt
Frank
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Harold
Tim
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F. J. Sort
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South Town
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Chariton
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Charitone
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Greencastle
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Dubuque
Colimbia—college
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Alexander
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Dawson’ City
Yukon
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Dawson
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Ketchen
Shadbolt
Jaametsmirg Hospital
Seasons Greetings
Christaias
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AGHOR
Pires
Eatnick
Emmetsburg Business & Professional Directory
Henry H. Willingham and
Mal Gehrbach
Torrance
Real Ralate Farm Loan
Lown Trust de Savings Bank
Emmetebure
Complete Insurance Service
Leo D. Frederickson
A. H. Hobson
Warren Marks Veterinarian
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Harold L. Brereton M.D
Town Trust & Savings Bank
R. W. Aelae
A. Chitatensen
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MoNelty - Pil
J. Rover William Retrick
Gerald Foy OW
A. Johnson
Jaa
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A. Piner
Jon Hamines
Gerald Poy
Directory OF County Officials
Emmetsborg
W. E. Irish
H. BR. Powers
M.D
Leo Shea
Trost & Bavings
Hank Bide. Jones
HE. McCutchan
Neary Furniture
Emmatabute
Nelson, M. D
W.A. Johnson, M.D
Physicians & Surgeons
Emmeisburg
Directory OF
Emmetsburg Organizations
Woman's Clu
Carl Spleg
Mrs. Weed Reiher
Rotary
Hye Jones
Hoy Scott
John Cross
Wm. Staves
American Assn
Tstversitt
Felgen
Amen
H. DB
Brinkman
Women's Relief Corps
Tomas Dryden
Comminder
Rass Pondeliity
Cannes
Legon Commandar
Frank Vaa
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