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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1914
Page
1
Emmetsburg druggist Bert Hudges advertises the Emmetsburg agency for Adler-iks a simple mixture of buckthorn bark glycerine and other ingredients. The ad claims the remedy cures appendicitis and delivers quick relief from sour stomach gas and constipation with just one dose noting its rapid action.
A. Baldwin, visiting Victoria Texas, describes the Gulf country with its 12000 residents on the Guadalupe river twenty five miles from the Gulf and sixty five feet above sea level. He notes wealthy settlers, large ranches, King Ranch nearby, silos adopted by farmers, and a strong push for good roads funded by bonds. He comments on climate, rainfall, crops like corn cotton peaches and pecans, Mexican labor, housing demand, and local education including Catholic and public schools.
The discussion covers racial segregation in Texas public life with mixed seating on trains, enforcement of Jim Crow rules, and cross-state attitudes. It notes the Democratic split over prohibition, anti prohibition candidate Ferguson, and pro prohibition advocate Ball. It also mentions travel to Mexico, stamp tax in Mexico, and Spanish teaching in southern Texas schools as Texans engage with neighboring regions.
The Y M C A of Iowa dedicated a new camp at West Okoboji named Camp Foster in honor of D. Foster of Ottumwa. The grounds offer pleasure facilities with low weekly rates for members. A course of instruction on important subjects is provided during the camp session.
Supervisors Kirby and Flaming report many bridges and culverts in their districts were washed out during the June rains. Other districts saw fewer losses. Strawberry season nears end with poor berry quality due to wet weather.
Tom J White of Whittemore reports a fish tale featuring C Armstrong banker from Titanka and Emmetsburg and Bob Mulroney a Fort Brand clothes seller. The yarn includes wagers, tricks, and claims of Armstrong being an easy mark as the two men recall their Okoboji fishing trip.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hisler, Karin Krueger and daughter, and John Zinagl left for Germany to visit relatives. The Democrat hopes they have a pleasant trip and a safe return. Many Europeans are visiting their native countries this year, prospering since coming to the United States and eager to return to cherished childhood scenes and loved ones.
The Lost Island creamery company will hold its annual picnic at the J A Susegrove on Thursday June 25. State dairy expert Es telle of Waterloo will address the gathering. Thomas Clark state dairy inspector and Hon W B Quarton progressive candidate for congress will speak. The afternoon will include games and amusements and a good attendance is expected.
A team of crop and soil experts from Ames will visit eight farms in Emmet county on a Thursday tour of inspection. They previously toured Palo Alto county last June and also explored farms in the local area. The present journey includes Kessath and Clay counties and other northwest Iowa locales. The group aims to aid farmers and interested residents by sharing instruction and demonstrations.
The article warns that tuberculosis claims over 350 US victims daily and urges early awareness of weakness and throat symptoms. It promotes Scott's Emulsion as a nourishing lung strength builder and blood purifier to resist consumption, urging readers to refuse substitutes for health.
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