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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1927
Page
1
Emmatebyre post office in Pato Alto County Iowa appears in the Second Clams Mail Matter section. FalLO Alto County's leading newspaper price is listed at S00 a year with an issue date of Wednesday June 15 1927.
Writings cite Governor Hammil backing Coolidge for 1988 if farm relief passes. Major Lund urges Iowa to reject mere gestures and notes anti third term sentiment. Hammil’s stance shifts toward Brookhart leaners, while Lund and Hammil clash on party direction.
The Des Moines Daily Register lauds Lindbergh for not drinking to stay mentally sharp for business. Clarence Chamberlin, in Prohibition Town, drank German beer in Germany and faces public scrutiny. American hopes he remains moderate before any potential Atlantic attempt with Levine, a millionaire companion.
Captain Lindbergh is victimized by press clipping services that charge $1,039 for mentions of him and are paid by the clippers rather than newspapers. The scheme, described as grafting, shows how inattentive clients pay for ill advised clippings while bureaus profit.
Congressman Dickinson campaigns against a third Coolidge term and opposes long tenure as chief executive. He argues eight years maximum, warns of political consequences if agricultural relief legislation stalls, and predicts Coolidge may lead the Republican banner in 1928.
An exchange editorial argues that many new laws mean danger and cost with little result as crime rises in jails. It urges harder work in schools and churches for individuals and states, and notes parking space abuse by out of town buyers near Broadway and Main, especially Saturday nights, asking the Community to consider the issue.
A Chicago press report notes Keeley Institute in Dwight Illinois remains busy, attracting patients from nearby cities as national prohibition passed. The piece argues increased crime in Illinois Iowa and Indiana leads to more prisons and paroles, linking reform statutes to rising penalties while noting some see prohibition as a national blessing.
In a Memorial day address at Arlington near Washington, President Coolidge spoke for law observance and could boost his cause by urging Secretary Mellon to act. Prohibitionists accuse Coolidge of talking dry while his enforcement officers hail from New York, and dry forces seek a different Republican candidate in 1928. Prohibition has regressed in Canada and across much of the North and East, with some central and western states showing only normal support. A law cannot succeed without united support from any part of the people.
The Sibley Gazette notes Tona’s heavy borrowing is a liability and that limited past borrowing has helped banks. It argues cash transactions are safer, warns bonds may soon dominate counties cities and schools, and urges economies to fund future public needs and conveniences.
The noted Mr Dooley author Peter Finley Dunn received a 300000 bequest from Payne Whitney. He deemed the gift unnecessary as his wealth from humorous works grew from sale and later slowed his prolific output. The piece reflects on how comfort and riches dulled his industry and his enduring value to readers.
The Carroll Herald tells Lindbergh to protect his bank roll and profit while the opportunity lasts as the future is uncertain. It supports honest deals with producers and movie sales as he capitalizes on his achievement. It urges public support and prudent savings for Lindbergh, noting no obligation to give away profits.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican reports the legislature will face 99 counties with road bonds outstanding when it convenes. Bonding propositions are rising rapidly, risking high debt service as interest payments crowd scarce funds.
Gittend Pinchott former governor of Pennsylvania blames army red tape for flood disasters along the Mississippi. He says safety measures and settlers missions were planned years ago but military contentions delayed action. He accuses army and naval officers of inaction while private ambition and rival places push aviation records. The American people will not stand for military autocracy.
Illinois backers of Governor Lowden claim he will be the sole aspirant with a pledged delegate bloc at the next Republican convention. They anticipate solid delegations from Illinois and several states totaling about 883, with drives planned in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Pacific coast states. Meanwhile Emrichs report storm damage near Ogden Des Moines area with crops ruined bridges washed out and six to eight inches of rain last week.
Nutrition specialist Miss Lioyé Church completed the second year of nutrition work with the fifth lesson on Foods for Special Occasions. Day-long meetings were held at homes across Walnut Rush Emmetsburg Hillington Vernon townships. Leaders from nearly every township attended and will share the information locally. Miss Church made many friends and regretted leaving.
A new poultry culling plan announced by the Palo Alto County Farm Bureau, with F. W. Wesco as the poultry specialist for the Poultry Improvement Association, will oversee culling, disinfection, and management guidance for flock owners. Wesco teams will visit mid July to assist with housing, disease control, and feeding. Many residents consider the service highly valuable, worth several times its cost, and requests are being listed at the Farm Bureau office. Additional notes mention Paul Barringer shipping hogs to Mason City, Maurice McGuire returning from Winona Minnesota after graduation, Roy McMahon visiting his mother, and Elvens Jonsson planning a vacation stay.
Saturday night June 18 marks the opening of Lake Okeboji’s Termace Park Casino under manager M J McGinnis. Walt Wood and his Orchestra return to provide entertainment, with a lavish ballroom redecoration and a policy of reasonable prices for full evenings of dancing. Also notes of local visits and shipments accompany the broader community update.
A midweek program features Eleanor Boardman and Matt Moore with Wm. Russell in a film bill likely to draw local cinema crowds. Presenting venue and date implied by the listing, details remain sparse in the fragment.
Local sites report new Deep Rock Station pumping gas with brick facade and nearby building activity. Hirmelsburg Produce Co. raises a fireproof chicken house behind the present structure. Clars advertises convenience. roofs urged to be checked. Mr. and Mrs. 4. K. Barick install a summer house with trellis work. Interior Lumber Co. and Mr. Ketchen advance with the B. J. Foy house. P. B. Barrick remodels his home. Civic quotes on leadership and responsibility appear amid a mix of notices and advertisements.
A mixed strip of old and new catalog copy describes steel gates with galvanized tubing hinges and latches, trellis works, durable home accents, weather strips, and balmy home-building guidance. It promotes Puritan Interior Lumber Company offerings, cement, roofing, and bricks with a home design focus.
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