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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1925
Page
1
Wednesday July 29 1925 item shows a snippet with names Brasagan W T Weanagan and a numeric 4 808 Poussgprers. The readable text is fragmentary and lacks a clear event or outcome.
The death of William Jennings Bryan on Sunday afternoon shocks the nation. He was a long time presidential candidate and a dominant figure in American politics for twenty nine years. Rev J E Brereton offers views on Bryan as Christian orator and statesman, reprinting insights in this issue.
Lloyd George warned that World War I harmed liberalism worldwide amid a London speech at the Eighty Club. He cited limited progress in France and Belgium, stronger militarism in Italy and Spain, chaotic conditions in Russia and the Balkans, and entrenchment of Tories in Britain. He urged vigilance and civil activity to defend liberties and secure gains.
A new company in Alagoas state Brazil plans a large cotton mill with 300 looms, modern boilers and all essential equipment. Southern growers fear Brazil may export cotton goods extensively, preferring to limit foreign competition while South American labor and climate favor cotton cultivation. Previously Brazil imported American cotton.
Long Island rail officials report about 90 grade crossing gates are damaged weekly as drivers fail to see them or attempt to cross before trains arrive. They warn that if accidents occur the company could be blamed for contributory negligence, which is rarely the case.
A western state case shows a desertion leading to severe injuries and amputation. The plaintiff seeks 10 000 damages while the husband settles for 360 dollars, later divorcing on the claim he was injured by her accident. The article urges revisiting obsolete laws and prudent codification.
The passage argues for reduced taxes and lower public expenditures following wartime layoffs. It credits President Coolidge with using tax cuts to widen fiscal relief and urges tariff reductions despite opposition. It also notes debates over scientific claims and observes Austria's declining imports alongside a push for American economic restraint.
Senator Watsot of Indiana opposes placing prohibition enforcement officers on the civil service list. He argues public funds should keep the administration from faltering, and expresses disdain for ongoing scandals among those charged with enforcing the 18th amendment.
Henry Ford appeals to Calvin Coolidge to become a candidate for reelection in 1938. Ford was eager to enter the race for the Republican nomination a year ago but found political strength lacking, unlike his success in producing automobiles. He is not a president maker.
U S treasury experts seek a way to make one dollar bills last longer but are unlikely to succeed. The topic has troubled American fathers and mothers for years as people tend to rush to demand payment when handed a dollar bill.
A movement to end capital punishment in the United States gains momentum as critics warn of about 10,000 murders yearly. They argue the nation cannot safely increase executions and urge sentimentality to yield to abolitionist principles.
Scientists who climbed Mt Logan reached the summit on June 23 and logged a temperature four degrees below zero. Despite the chill, the peak was not seen as a ideal summer resort.
The piece argues reforms arise from below and doubts a four ace winner demands a new deal. Even players with three aces tend to be satisfied, reflecting cautious acceptance of status quo despite calls for reform.
The leading members of the administration party oppose Vice President Dawes stance to alter senate rules while Dawes declares he will not quit. Tense debate signals potential turmoil as the upper house of Congress prepares to convene.
The factien of Detroit are allowed to smoke cigarettes on street care. Since the privilege has been granted them, it is quite possible that they may not be so anxious to exercise It. E Semite congressmen evidently be lieve in holding onto their jobs as long as possible and then turning them over to their widows when cal led epom to retire for the game.
The people of Swen City plan to pave their principal street, estimating the cost would be light compared with the benefits gained from the improvement.
Attorney J F Brennan describes Spain and Italy after a three month tour. He notes San Sebastian as a popular resort, Madrid’s modern underground railway, widespread religious architecture, and mixed rural life with primitive farming. He observes tourism, guards at the royal palace, and Spain’s economy focused on wines, cork, ores, and limited agriculture.
A jumble of historical notes on Pompeii and Vesuvius contrasts with a feature on Square Deal Mutual Insurance. It covers Pompeii’s ruin, 18th century excavations, and legends, then shifts to Jace Hengel of Palo Alto touring Cherokee county for the Iowa farm insurer’s settlements, detailing paid losses, per acre adjustments, and Iowa-only operations led by farmer-directors.
The American Legion celebration at Ringsted disappointed in spots. Congressman Dickinson was absent, replaced by Senator Breakenridge who impressed farmers. Boxing match saw Fred Knipp failing to appear, sending his brother. Strong defeated Knipp with a knockout blow. Gerald Reed beat his opponent. Mrs. Winifred Hall and son visited Iowa Falls to see Rev. and Mrs. J. E. Brereton and returned home.
The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church will hold a missionary meeting and social tea in the church parlors on Friday at 2 45 pm. It marks the annual summer Christmas party when members bring gifts for the Christmas box for the foreign field. Kings Heralds and Standard Bearers will lead devotions and the lesson with large attendance urged. Next Sunday services will be at usual hours and broad support is requested. Reginald D. Acheson, Pastor.
The document itemizes eastern lens fields in Jung with entries for Manchester Chicago Milwackee and He Cascade Great Weatera and other locations. It lists amounts such as 208,008 66 008 35 000 140,000 2,000 3,000 915,000 480,000 490,000 46,000 totaling 1,560,000. It mentions Northwestern Bell Telephone and highway bridges and power lines in Cabuqas.
A garage on the George Ashesbreaner farm near Laurens burned to the ground after a small boy reportedly used matches. The Kesex car on the property was badly damaged in the blaze.
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