Prison probe continues with broader state study
Iowa governor plans summer trips to assess convict roadwork in Colorado, Oregon and beyond. He supports strengthening the contract labor system while pushing prison reforms and a victims colony, with ideas to be added to the next general assembly's program. Seventeen-year locusts forecast, education board debated hospital operations, and coal mines to reopen under new wage scales as tuberculosis deaths rise.
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B. F. Carroll
George Cos
Parley Sheldon
Ames
M. Roberts
Ottumwa
State Board of Control
Board of Parole
Carroll
General Assembly
Colorado
Oregon
Coston
Carrol
W. H. Rodgers
Frank Cameron
Mine Workers of
Iowa
Nineteen graduates at Emmetsburg high school ceremony
The Emmetsburg High School commencement praised Supt J R McComb and staff for a creditable program. Highlights included Miss Matha Duer’s oration, Harry VanGorden’s response, and an Algona speaker S E McMahon stressing determined, disciplined effort and the Christian home’s influence. Diplomas were presented by Dr J I Van Gorden.
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Iowa
J. R. McComb
Wenzie
High School
Herbert Clegg
Minrad
Baines
Matha Duer
Harry VanGorden
Merry
Eng
E. McMahon
Lola Oliver
Roberts
Harry van Gorden
S. E. McMahon
Algona
Emmetsburg
McMahon
Board of Education
Mary Elizabeth Bragg
Mary Stesle Combes
Lawrence Oscar Doyle
Matha
Kathryn Duer
Retta G. Fish
James Henry Frombach
Bennie Evelyn Gaylord
Clinton Gershom Saylord
Elsie Simon Gibson
Gladys Marie Hastings
John Grover Higley
Gladys EstherTllingworth
Luise Anna McClelland
Nona Elizabeth Metz
Thomas Willam
Oscar Paul Nelson
John Priffner
Alice Tone Randsil
Edith Mae Underwood
Matha Kathryn Duer
Betts G. Fish
Prince Rose
Reception for Graduates at Mecomb Home
Supt and Mrs J R Mecomb hosted a reception for 19 high school graduates and nine faculty members, their thirteenth annual event. The home was decorated with snow halls, maroon and white class colors, and a centerpiece of Black Prince American Beauty roses on a central table.
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J. R. Mecomb
Results of the Week in Mason City Area Baseball
May 29 Mason City 7 Clear Lake 1. May 30 Emmetsburg 4 Fort Dodge 0 Clear Lake 6 Mason City 2. May 31 Emmetsburg 3 Fort Dodge 8. June 1 Estherville 11 Clear Lake 0. Emmetsburg Mason City post game Burns. June 2 Mason City 3 Emmetsburg 1 Estherville 5 Clear Lake 3. June 8 Emmetsburg 0 Clear Lake 7. June 4 Emmetsburg 5 Clear Lake 3. Games scheduled June 5 at Mason City Emmetsburg June 10 and 11 Fort Dodge at Emmetsburg.
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Mason City
Clear Lake
Emmetsburg
Fort Dodge
Fort
Emnetsburg
Emmetsburg Takes Lead With 5 3 Win Over Clear Lake
Millette held Fort Dodge to two hits and earned the win as Emmetsburg moved into first place in the Iowa State league with a 5 to 3 victory over Clear Lake. Locals split a game with Mason City and fell short in another. Estherville improved but Emmetsburg faces a stiff next test.
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Millette
Fort Dodge
Clear Lake
Mason City
Emmetsburg Tops Clear Lake In Narrow Win
Emmetsburg defeated Clear Lake by a score of five to three yesterday afternoon in a well played game. Manager Smithson pitched for Emmetsburg. Report of games continued on page 3.
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Emmetsburg
Clear Lake
Oss
Smithson
Big Iowa National Guard encampment slated for August
A special report from Iowa Falls notes the annual encampment of Iowa National Guard four regiments will be held in August. Attending officers include Adjt Gen Logan Col Lincoln Col Allen Maj W Conklin and Lieut Chipman from the regular army. A cavalry squadron from Fort Des Moines and the Sixth US Cavalry will join the camp, with an estimated 3200 to 3500 soldiers. The event features a troop review by Gov Carroll and staff.
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Iowa Falls
Iowa National Guard
Adjt
Logan
Lincoln
Col. Allen
W. Conklin
I. N.G
Lieut
Chipman
United States Regular Army
Commercial Club
National Guard
Iowa
Regular Army
Fort Des Noines
Sixth United States Cavalry
War Department
Washington
Iowa Brigade
Bucking Horses to Parade in Emmetsburg Friday
Yankee Robinson circus led by Texas Bill and his rough riders promises a wild bucking horse event. People may bring their mount for contest as part of the Western show featuring cowboys cowgirls and Mexican riders. The event will be in Emmetsburg on Friday June 14.
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Neons
Yankee Robinson Circus
Texas Bill
Wild West
Emmetsburg
Demand for Local Phones Grows This Spring
Citizens voice strong demand for telephone service noting its excellence. The report highlights that Iowa residents see the local system as best and beneficial to community communication this spring.
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Iowa
Speed Limit Notice Issued by Emmetsburg Mayor
Speed notice warns owners and operators of automobiles and motor vehicles to obey Section 21 of the automobile law. All vehicles must keep within the 10 mile per hour limit within the city limits of Emmetsburg. S. D. Bickford, Mayor.
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Emmetsburg
S. D. Bickford
Yoeman Initiate Classes Added at Jocal Lodge
Wednesday evening fifteen new members were initiated into the Jocal lodge of the Brotherhood of American Yoemen. R. 5. Drumshes of Des Moines led the ceremony with refreshments served afterward. The group now numbers about 90 members and another class will be initiated next Wednesday evening. D. J. Fitzpatrick is the local representative.
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Jocal Lodge
The
Brotherhood of American Yoemen
Drumshes
Des Moines
Jocal Organization
D. J. Fitzpatrick
Judge Kirby Sets Hens Everywhere in Terris
Hans W H Kirby once of Emmetsburg leads Terris poultry scene as hens fill cellar Harrison building coal shed and even between coal shed and chicken fence with a rooster. He claims standard bred hens and four eggs daily from the flock.
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Judge Kirby
Hans. W. H. Kirby
Emmetsburg
Terris
Evangeline Presented by Iowa High School Students
A drama titled Evangeline was creditably presented on Wednesday evening by Iowa High School students. About 40 participated, with good attendance and general satisfaction. Receipts were satisfactory. A separate note reports a successful term end in Independence township with a picnic.
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Iowa
Greatest Japanese troupe joins Yankee Robinson circus
The supreme Japanese troupe, imported previously for New York’s Hippodrome, then a hit with the Yankee Robinson circus, sailed from Yokohama March 27 and landed Seattle April 13. By royal permission of the Japanese emperor they arrive in the country, performing at Emmetsburg on Friday, June 14.
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Yankee Robinson Circus
New York Hippodrome
Yankes Robinson Circus
Japan
Yokohama
Seattle
Emperor of
Emmetsborg
Accident May Cost 16-Year-Old Eye in Great Oak Township
Wednesday Floyd Hatch, 16, son of Mr and Mrs Abbott Bateh of Great Oak township, was struck in the right eye by a fragment of steel while Thos Hand and John Hand hammered an engine. The ball of the optic was cut but not penetrated. He was brought to Mason City for treatment by Dr Murphy and may lose sight. He will remain in Mason City for some time as the case is serious.
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Floyd Hatch
Abbott Bateh
Great Oak
John Hand
Young Hatch
Hatch
Mason City
Dr. Murphy
Pload
For Sale or Trade 25 HP International gas plow engine
A 25 horsepower International gas plow engine is offered for sale or trade for a large threshing rig. Contact Box 3, West Bend Town. 21-3.
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West Bend
Notice of Appointment of M J Conway and J E Conway as Executors
Notice announces the appointment and qualification of M J Conway and J E Conway as executors of the estate of Joanna Conway, deceased, in Palo Alto County Iowa. Creditors must promptly settle owed amounts with the undersigned and file claims with the District Court Clerk as required by law.
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M. J. Conway
J.E. Conway
Joanna Conway
Towa
Palo Alto
Joanna Caonna
Palo Alto County
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Jey Greene
Middlewest
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Homer H. Seerley
Teachers College
Cedar Falls
E. W. Stanton
Iowa State College
John G. Bowman
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Bernice Briggs
Los Angeles
George J. Consigney, Jr
California
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Legai Bianke
Supt
Mrs. McComb
Iowa State League
Estherville
Ft Dodge
Pitcher Wells
Charles Aldrich
One Price Clothiers
H.W. Beebe
Owa Falls
Circus
Mary A. Higgins
Independence Township
Homer Huskamp
Mary Hansen
Viols Hoadley
Amanda Hansen
A. N.palmer & Co
Cedar Rapids
Robinson Ieys
Steers
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J. E B. Conway
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