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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
2
Emmetsburg Democrat dated Wednesday June 16 1914 with publisher W. I Branagan. Local notices, community news, and advertisements reflect early 20th century Iowa reporting and public notices.
The piece defends President Wilson over W. J. Bryan's refusal to sign the second note to Germany and Bryan's resignation. It emphasizes Wilson's duty to protect neutral rights on the high seas, his stance against unnecessary war, and the historical importance of upholding international law. It asserts unity in the cabinet and praises Wilson's courage and patriotism.
Editorial notes that newspapers in Emmetsburg rely on paid notices for chautauquas picnics and races. It urges neighboring towns to publish events only if accompanying cash is provided with admission tickets. It argues that advertisements cost money and readers should pay for what they receive.
The article notes ban supporters in the Republican party push Lieutenant-Governor Harding into prominence while Dre Bruce of the Rolfe Arrow signals recognition. It describes a factional contest in nominations, with standpatters opposing broader personal liberty policies and hints at political activity in Iowa over the next year.
The Lions City Journal reports Maurice B. Mayne of 510 Nineteenth Street, an employee of Sioux City Gas and Electric, learned of relatives' deaths in France as members of the British expeditionary force. It notes twenty two Mayne relatives fighting for England and recalls past Emmetsburg ties and plans to join the Allies.
Baseball managers note a lean season with low receipts and rising costs. Public leisure spending on ice cream rides tickets dancing theatres and excursions strains budgets as fans cut back on pleasures.
A column surveys political figures and public views across Iowa and beyond. References to Senator Allen and other contenders for governor, debates on wet and dry issues, and remarks on veterans, German and Italian affairs, and upcoming farming outlook. It notes G A R membership, railway costs, and summer weather forecasts for corn prospects.
Joseph J. McNally of Ayrshire died at his home after a brief illness. Born March 15 1873 in Toledo Ohio he was 42. Survived by wife Winifred Bannon daughter Maria parents brothers Richard and William sister Mrs Degnan and other relatives. Burial at Calgary Cemetery with services at Sacred Heart Church.
A birthday gathering in Bates City Missouri celebrated Edmund Ford 74 with family and friends from nearby towns. Attendees included his sons James John and Mark Ford his daughters and their husbands Emmett Carpenter Anna Adams W H Wilcox and grandchildren. Ford moved from Palo Alto Iowa to Lafayette County about 12 years ago and now lives five miles northeast of Bates City on a farm before moving to a neat home two years ago.
A court in Ft Dodge last week ruled against Calhoun County in a case involving a large warrant for courthouse fixtures. The eastern firm sued after an employee was issued the warrant and the company claims over $5,000. Allegations include misappropriation by the auditor and treasurer.
Dr Lysle Scott rents rooms on the Knoblauch building's second floor and will operate a dental office. A recent graduate of Indianapolis Dental College he believes Emmetsburg offers the best opening locally. The Democrat wishes him success.
A heavy Saturday rain moved through the area with a cool evening following. Overnight a powerful cold front swept across the country, likely emerging from Montana's snow banks and continuing into the morning.
Emmetsburg Iowa offers loans from The Brown Land and Loan Co with terms for real estate and personal financing. Contact Emmetsburg office for rates and eligibility.
Iowa ranks fifteenth by population and twenty third by area but tops in total farm product value and livestock value. It leads in farm property value per farm and in property value increase during the 1900s. Iowa shows strong figures in automobiles per capita, horses, cattle, hogs, poultry, egg output, farm implements, and forage crop tonnage with high corn oats grass seed production and notable per capita wealth. The census notes per capita wealth at 3345 dollars versus the national 1965 dollars and lists total assessed valuations and other measures.
The Nyborg daughter of C. M. Nyborg married the Thompson Lutheran minister last Monday at Lost Island Lutheran Church. Io Nyborg, a nurse at Heron Lake hospital, and her groom plan a honeymoon in Minneapolis before returning to Thompson for his parish duties.
The old city hall and fire station and the small jail in Ames were razed to clear space for a new 30000 dollar municipal building approved by a recent special election.
Harold A Hudson, formerly of Emmetsburg and brother of Mrs. Harry Darland, drew strong praise in Morris Illinois for a concert at the Empire theatre. Morris Herald notes the event as a musical triumph with encores and calls it the best musical treat in the town’s history.
The seven year old son of Mr and Mrs F D Caulkins moved from Waterloo to Emmetsburg fell 14 feet from a tree limb breaking his arm in several places. Doctors Cretzmeyer and OBrien set the bones and blood poisoning led to amputation near the shoulder at Estherville hospital. The child is reportedly improving. Hanna Aims for Iowa Governor After Des Moines mayor delivered commencement address in Emmetsburg he expressed gubernatorial ambitions. He is in his third term and is cousin to John T Hamilton the prior year’s Democratic nominee.
The article compares a rough local ride on the Rock Island line to a treacherous journey over a Ruthven Des Moines branch, noting frequent wheel jolts and wrecks. It also touts a new fireproof dry cleaning plant with modern machinery and ready handling of all garments. An ad for 160 acres pasture rent by Brown Land and Loan Co. is listed.
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