25 Dec 1930
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1930
Page
1
Unreadable OCR fragment notes a December 25 1930 event in Palo Abe County involving a matter labeled as a fine or charge. Names and exact actions are obscured, but the piece references a legal or civic proceeding dated Thursday.
A short editorial notes Bre. Dewell’s plea for holiday peace while poking at political rivals. It critiques Brannagan Brannagain references and questions Dickinson and Hoover era lines on taxation, tariffs, and the 15th amendment, then shifts to a wary take on Republicans amid economic chaos and proclaims restraint during the season. The piece hints the congressman may align himself later and mocks progressive labels.
A press report claims a $112,000,000 disappearance from the Bank of the United States between its last report on September 24 and suspension on December 11 was raised at a meeting of 1200 depositors by Max Steuer, the bank’s counsel. Observers warn that similar losses will plague eastern securities and that federal banks will struggle to save unscrupulous stock gambling interests amid a sweeping cleaning.
An Iowa editorial laments jail conditions urging immediate upgrades to first class status or condemnation. It argues high expenses to recapture offenders and notes departures without ceremony when jailed individuals seek other facilities, implying a general deterrent failure.
A garbled account discusses bank robberies near Bampton and Ghedfield, totaling about 25,900 pounds. It argues crime stems from lack of moral training and parental influence, criticizing postwar attitudes and U.S. claims of moral leadership while urging reflection during Christmas. The piece blames inadequate education and societal values for youth crime.
Senator Walsh of Montana will soon begin an official probe into the shale oil matter that attracted wide publicity in August and September. The public should support his action as the circumstances remain suspicious and demand light on the details. The administration is urged to cooperate to reveal the facts.
A Des Moines meeting of county attorneys urged the legislature to require all auto drivers to obtain licenses and permit license cancellation for reckless driving. The call included speed limits for ut es and regular headlight regulation, criticizing lax enforcement and urging radical legislative change.
Iowa property owners demand that the state income tax pledged by Dan Turner serve as a replacement tax. The public should push for tax relief by reducing levies and delay nonessential large expenditures until the legislature meets in Des Moines.
Read the papers shows a warning about advertising in newspapers with a sharp coda on why ads pay off for merchants and readers. The piece notes how ads draw attention to goods and services and help local business compete for customers.
Fenton topped Semeca in a tense basketball matchup on Thursday evening. Fenton led early with a 12 to 5 start and pulled away in the second half to win by 17 points, 38 to 21.
A Pord sedan with license B-353-T21 was stolen in Jackson Minnesota and chased by officers who lost track as the suspect changed course. The thief appeared to head toward an unknown direction after abandoning the vehicle.
Havelock seconds defeated Pocahontas seconds 15 to 11 at Pocahontas last week night. Havelock scored five points during the extra period to clinch the final 15 to 11 score in a tense game.
Mallard suffers a 21 to 20 defeat to Swea City in a closely contested basketball game. Mallard led 8 to 6 at halftime as both towns showcased competitive play and clever team effort.
The article notes 780,660 auto registrations and total receipts of 12,641,374, with a broader figure of 786,900 autos registered in the past year, reflecting a drop of 16,000 from the previous period.
A veteran speaker declares he rejected offered honors and resists reforms that threaten independence. He warns government ownership and manipulation erode autonomy, condemns graft and dishonesty as enemies of good government, and emphasizes honesty and square dealing over political advancement.
Al Falkenhainer spent Sunday in Algona hospital with a severe nasal hemorrhage that lasted sixteen hours. Dr. Bryant from Mason City, an old friend, said the bleeding was not necessarily serious. He returned to his office Monday feeling about the same as usual.
The Graettinger High School wrestling team toppled Scranton 21 to 17 and then defeated Carrell 24 to 11 in recent matches. Northern neighbors earn warm praise for their successful efforts.
Al Tenholf, arrested in Jackson Minnesota for stealing ducks in Dickinson County, broke jail and was recaptured and returned for trial. Authorities note he is an experienced offender and has been located again.
The state highway commission Dickinson county board of supervisors and Arnolds Park town council were presented with resolutions on erecting a death warning at the curve and road junction entering Arnolds Park from the south. Since September 20 eight cars and eleven persons have figured in accidents at this place and two persons have been killed.
The Algona newspapers are not issuing this week due to a long standing custom. The Democrat has missed only one issue in 45 years, and that was during the Christmas season.
A gathering of numerous lawyers from Pocahontas Humboldt and Kossuth counties convened in Algona for a district meeting. The event highlighted regional legal matters and professional updates among attendees.
A Washington press report notes that moving picture theaters worldwide have become talkies. In the first nine months of 1930 United States filmgoers bought more vocal cinema than silent, with total exports at 210,037,956 feet and vocal exports at 137,448,391 feet. Latin America showed a preference for sound and noise over silent films. Austria Belgium Latvia and Estonia also favored sound. Japan and China plus most other nations leaned to the sound era.
Ida Helgen has established a goodwill mission in Mason City and bought a property, almost paid for except $150. She distributes clothing to those in need and conducts gospel meetings in factories and other locations. She is holding a Christmas mission today.
Garner Livestock Shippers association posted a robust 1930 with $342,963.42 paid to shippers and gross proceeds of $379,511.09. The summary shows 1,644 shippers, 13,510 head of livestock, market weight 4,232,380, and a market net of $366,880.72 after expenses and commissions.
A Milwaukee Road safety bulletin warns motorists after October saw 60 railroad collisions, including 21 autos struck by trains and 39 cases where trains hit by autos. All crossings had signals or warnings. The motto STOP-LOOK-LISTEN urged prolonged life.
Evan Philp drives home after Cedar Rapids trip when car slides on icy pavement between Sheff ield and Rockwell. Philp sustains a fractured collar bone while Lyle Crew and Elery Stratton escape serious harm. Vehicle damaged but driven home after minor wheel adjustment. Also note five new $6,000 snow plows in Webster County at Vincent Duncombe Otho Gowrie and Heamum ready for deep drifts.
The report lists several Iowa banks and their dividend actions. Burt's Priest National declares an antedivident while suspending operations. Algona region banks distribute funds totaling 300,000 and plan 40 percent and 10 percent dividends respectively. Humbokit and Corwith banks announce 10 percent and 26 percent dividends, Ringsted notes a final 34 percent payout awaiting depositors.
Erwin T Brown mourns the death of his mother Mrs W T Brown who died in Estherville Friday morning after a stroke and heart trouble She was 76 years old and had lived west of Estherville for over 20 years She is survived by her husband four sons and two daughters A sister Mrs L A Ryder resides locally The death is noted as a profound loss by numerous local friends Also a brief item notes a hunter shot a white owl near Livermore describing the rarity of the birds.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.