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Newspaper

Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1909

Page

3

Emmetsburg Student Address Sparks Debate on Original Sin

Dr Edwin D Starbuck of Iowa State University told Emmetsburg High School graduates that original sin is an outdated doctrine, drawing strong disagreement from local Christians who defend it. He argued Darwinism and evolution challenge moral sources, while science cannot explain the origin of life or soul, urging reliance on religious principles for human guidance.

Emmetsbburg High School Iowa Edwin D. Starbuck Iowa State University Palo Alto County Voltaire Starbuck Mir Great State University Christendom Ehie Wold Chicago v Teacing Hicks State Teachers’ Association

We Refuse to be Worked We Stop Free Advertising

A town warns church groups civic bodies and societies against partnering with carnivals circuses theatres or other entertainers for free newspaper advertising. Locals say they will not subsidize strangers and will conduct business on business terms, noting show people and fake advertisers prey on Emmetsburg.

Euekers Emmetsburg

Two Big Lawsuits Promised Over Water Outlets

Mr Mayne threatens to sue L McFarland for 20000 pounds damages over increased water flow into a lake outlet cutting through Sayne farm, formerly Wu Harrison. McFarland replies by suing locals for overflowing his land, predicting ample litigation to keep lawyers busy.

Mr. Mayne L. McFarland Mr. Sayne Wu. Harrison Mr. McFarland McFarland Lts Mayne Stiles

Miss May Swift Gadly Injured In Rural Wagon Accident

Miss May Swift Gadly injured Saturday evening while returning from Emmetsboro with her brother Frank. She was thrown from the wagon near the O. P. Doyle place, suffering a broken arm above the elbow, a badly bruised shoulder, and neck injuries. Taken to Mr. Doyle’s home, she remains there as doctors treat and assess recovery. Dr Cretzmeyer set the limb and hopes full strength returns.

Emmetsbore Friank Miss May Swift Weson O. P. Doyle Mr. Doyle Mr. Swift

First Communion Held at Ruthven Parish

Last Sunday the Ruthven Catholics celebrated a gala day as fourteen children, after a three day retreat and six weeks of instruction, received their first holy communion. They walked to the church led by the cross bearer and Monsignor Fowler, sang hymns, and Father Fowler’s remarks moved many to tears. A May procession with the rosary followed and the Blessed Virgin statue was crowned by a girl before benediction.

Ruthven Monsignor Fowler Father Fowler

Memorial Day Visit With Miss Lesa Schenedale

Miss Lesa Schenedale spent Memorial Day with friends at Whit Temore, enjoying a relaxed gathering and outdoor activities.

Lesa Schenedale Whittemore

TEN COMPLETE THE COURSE IN EMMETSBURG HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

The Sevier class program at Emmetsburg High School featured a long evening of student performances with Miss Truse Bergum delivering the class history and George Grace and Albert Anderson discussing juvenile courts. Miss Winnie Wilmers and Matthew Conway gave notable readings and addresses, while the music program impressed with the Girls' Glee Club and a quartet. The event closed with diplomas awarded by W. J. Branagan, and commencement exercises in Iowa featured Dr. Edwin D. Starbuck delivering the address.

Sevier Emmetsburg High School Truse Bergum Albert Anderson Denwyer Miss Cummings Winnie Wilmers Miss Wilmers Matthew Conway Pausina Canal Conwy Tanposute Laura T Wingworth Gertrude Joynt Tennessee Dot Gaylord Bert Frost Guyford Abraham Lincoln Nina Stone Glee Chuir Winifred Wilmers Messrs. Middleton Jay Crose Iowa Jackson Edwin DB. Starbuck Iowa State Uniiversity Stiente Tle Board of Education W. J. Branagan Rose Bersum George Grace Laura Hlingworth Gerrude Joynt Hert Frost Democrat

Palo Alto County Teachers Institute Set For Emmetsburg

Miss Patton announces the Palo Alto County Teachers Institute will meet in Emmetsburg High School from June 7 to 12. All county teachers or those seeking to teach in Ferr attend. The program repeats last year with psychology classes, a written test for certificate renewal, Bird class after hours, a lead pencil sketching class, and nature work. One period will be devoted to primary methods.

Teachers’ Institute Palo Alto County Normal Institute Lille Patton FP. W. Hicks Brnomiersburg Iowa H. E. Blackmar Iowa City Porter Tani

Cedar Rapids Boosters Visit Emmetsburg With Big Fish

Cedar Rapids business boosters passed through Emmetsburg on Thursday morning without stopping long. They were hosted by Bro. Mayne who served three large pickerel for dinner, including an eight pounder caught by Andrew Youngs and a five pounder by Master Bernard Schroeder. The party, including Mr. Mikesh, enjoyed hearty handshakes with local businessmen as the Fifty-third Regimental band played at stops. The visitors, described as jolly and sociable, said they wouldn’t want to impose on residents by calling again.

Cedar Rapids Emmetsburg Bro Mayne Andrew Youngs Bernard Schroeder Mr. Mikesh Fifty-third Regimental

Boosters Out Across Cedar Rapids to Dubuque

All the boosters were out last week including Cedar Rapids Des Moines Omaha Sioux City and Dubuque. This is a good season for businesses to visit their neighbors and promote trade and community engagement.

Cedar Rapids Des Miones Omaha Sioux City Dubuque

Sudden Death Near Ruthven Claims J S Hashes

J S Hashes who lived north of Ruthven died suddenly last Wednesday morning. He arose as usual and was putting on his shoes when he dropped to the floor and expired within moments, a victim of heart failure. Mrs F L Dorris and son of Kimball SD are visiting relatives in the area.

Ruthven J. S. Hashes

Crose Dry Goods Closing Out Sale

T L and J P Crose announce closing out sale beginning June 2 with dress goods skirts muslin underwear and millinery at great sacrifice. Buyers urged to come early for dress goods and trimmed hats and to continue patronage.

T.L J. P. Crose

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Ermmetsburg L Branagan Hick Chas. Hahn Mallard Wilfred Schirmer Mr. Hahn H. M. Helgen Senator Smith Osage Emmmersburg Palmer the Fair Store F. L. Dorris and Son Kimball South Dakota
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