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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1923
Page
3
The text sketches a turbulent era with mentions of monarchical strains and democratic momentum across Europe and the Americas. It references leaders, accusations of fraud, and shifting loyalties in institutions, hinting at social upheaval and contested power without coherent narrative.
Policy holders can receive up to $200 for bar exam failures while a monthly premium of $3 is charged. The mixed commentary critiques industry reliance, labor hours in steel works, and raises broader remarks on education, politics, and international figures, reflecting a late 19th to early 20th century tone.
P R Jackman of the city called in to settle for his Democrat for the coming year. He has read the paper since its first spring 1884 publication. He joined the original Irish colony that settled northwest of the city in July 1856 and has lived in Palo Alto County for seventy years. He came when he was under twenty and was 56 last March. He speaks of Palo Alto as wealthy, has few illnesses, and reads the Democrat weekly with aid of glasses. The Democrat wishes him health and happiness. May his good fortune continue.
The Palo Alto County Farm Bureau reports its membership is the largest it has ever been after a June board meeting. Delinquent payments were collected and several new members joined from various townships including Eldora Sprout in Ellington and Mr. Gitfin in Independence. The group notes continued growth as more farmers renew and new members enroll.
At Jemerson this week the Service Star Legion Convention will open to the public with two meetings drawing hundreds from Jefferson. Tuesday evening features a program under Mrs W E G Saunders of Framersburg showcasing Colina, while Monday hosts a grand pageant with local ladies participating. Wednesday afternoon at 2 45 an address by National Protests leader Mrs Max Mayer will speak, with Republic invited to attend. Mayer is regarded as a leading orator in the country.
Highland Township Farm Bureau held a picnic south of Virgin Lake on Thursday with Saunders addressing Need of Organization and Regulation. Mrs. Robert Englehart of Clay County spoke on Women's Part in the Farm Bureau as entertainment included a prize skit, a violin solo by Frank Peterson, horse shoe pitching and a tug of war. A food time followed.
A bowler named Farmer arrested in St Louis and brought to Musson City for store robbery used a saw hidden in his wife’s hat to escape from jail on Wednesday. She supplied the tool and breakfast after the escape, claiming he threatened to kill her. He was later recaptured.
A Mt and St P railroad treasury appeal reports donors from Iowa sending funds to replenish the company. A restitution gift of 500 dollars was received earlier, followed by two more contributions last week, including a 28.74 dollar remittance. Each man is entitled to the amount due to him.
Conductor G A Lee of the Great Western line died aboard a train at Carroll after a period of illness. He resided in Clarion and is survived by his wife and five sons and daughters.
Ruthven notes reflect visits and movements of residents and relatives. John Willey of Mohall, North Dakota, returned for a night with Ruthven friends, later heading to Milford. Bernice Hughes of Emmetsburg visited Ruthven, and James Fruthven plus family were West Bend visitors. Several Ruthven residents traveled to nearby towns, attended school events, or hosted relatives in a busy June period.
Rev A J Lyne attends diocesan retreat as area church events mark a quiet week. George Lippert and family from Omaha visit the Jens Jensen home. Dima Reid’s son Edward dies near Glenwood, Foster accompanies. Funeral arrangements set for Highland cemetery. Ruthven mourns. Charles Meyers visits from Wesley. Gilbert Meyers and Joh Baxter return from Pocahontas. John Brayton and wife visit amid D A Goff golden wedding. Ruthven district holds special election. community building proposal defeated to 1. Mrs Sandvig dies at Iowa City. services held at Norwegian Lutheran Church with Rev Wirdahl officiating. The deceased, born 1874 near Silver Lake, left husband and daughter with siblings in mourning. continuous local sympathy extended.
Official reports show 279 head of dairy cattle valued at 516 240 were shipped from Wisconsin during the past year into town, with substantial value totaling 558 260 in state imports. Cattle also arrived from Illinois Missouri Ohio and other states at high cost, indicating strong cross state inflow.
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