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Newspaper

Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1921

Page

5

St Marys Academy Graduates Sixty At Commencement

The St Marys Academy commencement at Assumption church filled the seats as seventeen graduates completed the four year scholastic course earning diplomas. Eighth grade completers will begin high school in September. Scholarships and prizes were awarded to multiple students for general scholarship, perfect attendance, and Christian Doctrine, with donors including the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Knights of Columbus.

St. Mary's Academy Assumption Church Monsignor Varreily Edward Lilly Joseph Carney Lito Jenin Aurebrad Brads Nellie Brenna Winifred Pau Irene Carney Mary Carney Kavaleun Deneen Catharine Winitan Josephine Jeyut Marie Tanghlla Alice Milleoney Berniers McDovald Mary Meeo Jovann Mulroney Bertha Boyard Josephine O'Brien Madaline Phillips George Brown James Burns James Reilly Louis McNulty Helen Deneen Mabel Bosard Mary Downs Eden Learrity James Clark Knights of Columbus Berniece Reagan Mary Conlin Alice Li Mary Steil MeNulty Charles Nibby Hele Deneen Helen Duffy Cecilia McNulty Signor Farrelly Sma

West Bend Boy Injured in Tractor Rowsee Vehicle Crash

A West Bend boy was severely injured when a car struck a tractor in an Algona area incident. Witnesses report the boy suffered a broken tag and a radio wound, with another child remaining safe at home. Local events include a picnic and talks by Charles Drof and Timlge D. FF. Coyle adding to town activities.

West Bund Gerard Gied Migs Ipss J.C. Bell Yaris Garmvil Township Lunitumobile uUriven Joe Dolurin- Wilack Lung Ferre Wiauwt Phiy Columbia College Algona Mes Bell Moitor Koeh Gad Suiadayed Ar de Mices Charles Drof Amatsure Daly Timlge D. FF. Coyle Adolph Mikes J. H. Wilson Visi Whittemore Frans

Gilmore Defeats Ruthven at Lost Island Park 5–2

Gilmore City beat Ruthven 5 to 2 at Lost Island Park on Sunday. A fair crowd attended the game.

Burglary Alarm Systems Boost Peoria Safeguards

Mrs E J Dogly and family visited Emmetsburg relatives then stayed with Mr and Mrs J R Downs in Des Moines. Garry in charge of barge saltry system for Western Union in Peoria notes many local businesses protected by timed burglar alarms linking to central station. Such systems help locate burglars quickly. Peoria has about 500 protected businesses and 2500 guards, with Doyle on duty as agent.

E. J. Dogly Josephine Doyle Emmetsbirrs Snd RL Downs Doyle Cedar Rapids Meir Garry Tor Western Union Telegraph Company Peoria Nis Clarge

First Mass for Rev. Kennet Michael Healy

Rev. Kennet Michael Healy will celebrate his first solemn mass on Thursday June 30 at 10 o'clock at Corpus Christi church Fort Dodge. He was ordained at Notre Dame Indiana on June 26 after completing his novitiate in the Holy Cross order. He is the son of Mr and Mrs M F Healy of Fort Dodge and many county friends commend his ordination.

Kennet Michael Healy M. F. Healy Fort Modge Corpus Caristi Fort Dodge Notre Dame Indiana Notre Dame University Order of the Holy Cross

Farmers Picnic Draws Large Turnout in Town Park

A well attended farmers picnic in the city park on Friday June 1 featured speeches by H. W. Cunningham and others. Organizers highlighted cooperation between farmers and business leaders, rail rate concerns, and plans to improve grain and livestock markets.

Man Collapses in Suicide at Graettinger Café

Sunday night Martin Stole, longtime resident of Genettinger area, hanged himself with a rope in his room behind the Knudtsen restaurant building. He was sixty seven, described as quiet and of Denmark origin. Remains buried at Graettinger on Monday.

Martin Stole Genettinger Bangios Knudtsen Denmark Grac¢itinger

Death of Mrs. J. B. Jackson at Amery Wisconsin

Mrs. J. B. Jackson, a former resident of Hymetsburg, died at her daughter's home in Amery Wisconsin last Tuesday after a long illness. Her son Sheriff Jackson was called to the scene and has not yet returned. The funeral was held at Carsland Nebraska. More particulars to be published in the next issue. Mrs. Jackson resided in the county for many years and was a highly regarded Christian lady.

J. B. Jackson Hymetsburg Amery Wisconsin Sheriff Jackson Carsland Nebraska

Lightning Strikes Kill Horses and Cattle Near Thompson Farm

Last Thursday evening two William Thompson horses died when lightning struck a small barn near the city. Thompson and son, nearby, escaped injury as a thunderbolt struck the horse tied near him. Five other horses uninjured. Also Sodium Brothers south east reported three cows killed by lightning. Fred Patton north west of town saw a lone cow struck. Henry Miller narrowly avoided injury while plowing as a tree near his team was struck by lightning.

William Thompson Dr. Thompson Sum Flactor Amiall Hector Ton Mr. Thompson Teduis Rhetr Che Harses Tompson Wis Sodium Brothers Fred Patton T. W. Millen Henry Miller Barden Hara

Humboldt Receives Gift Of Park Land From Biacnell Widow

Biacnell widow, widow of A D Bicknell, donates a fine tract of ground to Humboldt for park purposes. The site is described as exceptionally well located and will be used for public recreation.

Biacnell A. D. Bicknell Humboldt

Graettinger Mining Hopes Dim After Gold Finds

Report shows gold values unlikely in Des Moines valley gravel near Graettinger and Osgood. Samples sent to major assayers in Denver and Philadelphia found little value, with no current paying prospects in the state. Mrs. F. H. Fordyce earns senior vice president honor in Iowa Women’s Relief corps, prompting a city reception.

John J. Sullivan Graattinger Emmeesburg Brorj Oy Kinney Des Moines Sampies Minneapolis Denver Philadel Minmissapolis Atallers Osgood Graettinger Chamberlain Feading Saunders Sauers By. H. Fordyce F. H. Fordyce Waterlow Bormersburg Court Iowa Women's Relief Corps Vordyce Quily Fordyce Democrat Nero Waterlon

32 Percent Members in Iowa Tiny Ladies of the W C G

Report notes 32 percent of members in Iowa from the W C G and highlights a 3rd state convention at BC Dodge hursthiy wml briday. It mentions electing Dodo and Mus. Mary Chirler of Woe and other figures as part of a national convention plan in Onuihia.

Lowa W. CG. OQ BC Dodge Hursthiy Wml Briday Phoete Morelot Elbwt Mary Chirler Dodo Ap Onuihia Towa Finmets Bork Mors Elizabeth Putensil da Ayrshire Mra Dy Mmiggins

Commencement Address At West Bend Returns To Classical Traditions

The commencement featured students including Alice Fogarty, Agnes Sehlenberg, Helen Pf, Wayne Mccullough, Be Slain, Tarry Gurence, Wrunk I. Mikes, Orlie Sigman, Whlis Shellmyar, Bessie Boyle, Thius Ludwig, Verne Yansey Iyging, Morey, Isabell Ross, Bla Banwirt, Sophia Isch, and Berniges Chappell Ivey. Dr ACM dayue of Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls delivered the address. Superintendent DeJong led West Bend schools in recent years.

Igh School Alice G Fogarty Agne Sehlenberg Helen FP Caickman Wayne Mccullough Be Slain Tarry Gurence Wrunk A. Mikes Orlie M. Sigman Whlis Hart Shellmyar Bessie EB. Boyle Thius M. Ludwig Verne J. Yansey Iyging. Morey Isabell V. Ross Bla M. Banwirt Sophia Isch Berniges Chappell

Chicago seeks Red Cross funds for local relief efforts

A Chicago Red Cross meeting at the courthouse discussed funding needs and local control of disaster aid. Candy from the Chicago office urged citizens to contribute, noting local branches have raised money but some oppose central retention. County totals reach about 160 dollars. debate centered on keeping funds locally for emergencies and limiting use for hospitals or allied charities. W. F. Lagan presides, Mrs. E. B. Sonar Jr. secretary, L. B. Soper treasurer.

Court House Candy Chicago Fuece Ois Gundy

American Legion sports program includes baseball and more

The American Legion committee announced a two day Fourth of July celebration with baseball games on July 4 and 5, plus boxing wrestling greased pig water sports and many events. Entries are limited to posts and local schools with medals funded by D G McCarty. Roy Johnston chairs the strategic committee in Emmetsburg.

American Legion D. G. McCarty Roy Johnston Staitegic Committee Emmetsburg The Democrat

Radloff Leaves Farmers Cooperative Position In City

E A Radloff departs as Radlaff sereen? with Farmers Cooperative in the city this Wednesday while a decision is made on his replacement. Vincent Fitzpatrick succeeds him, described as capable and upright and already familiar with company management.

E. A. Radlaff Sereen Farmers’ Co-operative

Weather Strikes Farm Areas Amid Sparse Rainfall

Readable fragments indicate showers and scattered rain over the past weeks affecting farmland. Farmers report some crop moisture but warn supplies remain low and crops will need careful irrigation and protection as dry spells persist.

Orphans Charity Supports 104 Girls at Mason Gley

The 104 orphans from all girls of Towa at the Old Fellows Home in Mason Gley receive the best care. The society spends about 40.0 per year on their welfare, a commendable effort noted by supporters.

All Girls of Towa Ould Fellow Lome Mason Gley

Rain Solace Boosts Local Crops

A weather report notes a heavy rain last evening soaking the locality ground quickly with no wind. Crops were not harmed and the rain is expected to do much good. J Thatcher of West Band and his son Harry Thatcher of Reth ven visited Leet Takacs Lake seeking a short stay.

A. Bownpimr J. Thatcher West Band Harry Thatcher Rethven Leet Takacs Lake

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