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Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1932

Page

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Land filled with band wagon jumpers call for repeal talk

The column cites Nicholas Murray Butler saying nearly 700 of 1153 Republican convention delegates favored repeal. It notes 37 New York delegates and 400 federal officeholders were present, six cabinet members attended, and wet forces had no official plans. It contends Borah Garner Norris hint at policy shift and predicts Democratic convention support for repeal. The writer condemns prohibition's history and urges letting people choose alcohol freely within others rights.

John D. Rockefeller Nicholas Murray Butler Columbia University Gotham Chicago New York Hoover Butler Borah Garner Texas Norris Nebraska Our

Democrats Converge as Roosevelt Rivalry Looms in Chicago

The Democratic National Convention opens in Chicago next Monday with Gov. Roosevelt of New York facing a field of six to seven rivals. Supporters contend Roosevelt will win a majority on the first ballot, while critics warn of possible rule changes over the two thirds standard. Prominent voices like Nicholas Murray Butler praise other leaders such as Owen D. Young and Newton D. Baker, noting a rich reservoir of talent in the party.

Chicago Roosevelt New York Nicholas Murray Butler

Monetary Problems Not International Editorial Clash

The Daily Register disputes the idea that monetary problems are international. It argues Congress controls money and the gold standard, criticizing Wall Street and European hoards for depressing prices. The piece cites Harvey Ingham and Arthur Brishan, claims gold standard favors scarred farmers, and notes Iowa farmers’ growing disillusionment.

Daily Register U. S Congress Federal Reserve Bank Wall Street France Harvey Ingham St. Louis Henry M. Tellar Colorado Grover Cleveland Europe Ingham Algona Post Chicago Arthur Brishan Chicago Herald-Examiner Federal Reserve Iowa

July Fourth At Whittemore Plans For Gala Day

July Fourth in Whittemore will be a big event with a full program in the park near Presentation Academy. A chicken dinner will run all day served by local ladies, and children will join running races obstacle courses three legged races and more. A ball game between Lone Rock and Whittemore is set for 1 30 with wet weather noted as a factor in a prior match. Kittenball games, fireworks in the evening and dancing to a selected orchestra follow. Local men trimmed trees cleaned the grove and erected shade, inviting all to join the picnic and celebration in Whittemore.

Whittemore Park Pear Presentation Academy Lone Rock Ievers Academy Hall

Local Visitors and Family Gatherings Reported

Mra Geo and Smith traveled from Mason City Priday to visit Mrs. Clark Meede. Ray Kennedy and family visited at the Kart Dwyer home. Dee from Preport has been spending time with Mr HH Pah of this city.

Mra_ Geo, Smith Mason City Clark Meede Ray Kennedy

Mrs Peter Smith Dies After Long Illness in City

Clara Taylor born in New York sixty years ago moved with her parents to Illinois and Michigan before settling in the city. She married Peter G. Smith on June 15, 1897 and had four daughters and two sons, two of whom died in childhood. Her death followed a seven year paralysis, with a second stroke and extended illness. funeral held Monday at the ME church with Rev Edward Pruitt officiating. Her survivors include husband and four daughters Edith Behrends Ringsted Geo Lutz Bar n um Una Clark Kansas City and Amy at home.

Peter Smith Edward Pruitt Clara Taylor New York Ilinois Michigan Peter G. Smith Smith Small Geo, Lutz Barnum Una Clark Kansas City Amy

Notable Early Settlers Honored by Community

The article recalls Mrs. Smith as an active and influential member of religious and social gatherings. She was a willing participant in community activities, admired for sincerity candor and numerous virtues. Her bereaved husband and daughters deserve heartfelt sympathy.

Grant Freeman Long Ill Passes in Emmetsburg

Grant Harvey Freeman born April 27, 1879 in Emmetsburg died last week at age 53 after illness. He lived in Emmetsburg most of his life, worked in real estate and printing, spent time in North Dakota and Minneapolis, and returned to operate a land office. Funeral was held Saturday at Congregational church, interred at Evergreen cemetery. He is survived by his wife Stella Smelker and three brothers, W H Freeman, Geo Freeman, and Ernie Freeman. Community notices note relatives visiting and highway crews urged to cut rye to curb army worms.

Grant Freeman Rochester Minnesota Kansas City Congregational Church Charles Stedman Cletus Oliver H. J. Pfitmer XK. D. Warner A. A. Thefle Curt Beck Green Cemetery Grant Harvey Freeman Emmetsburg Dubuque Stella Smelker Freeman Mr. Freeman Lisbon North Dakota W. H. Freeman Geo Cylinder Ernie Freeman Spokane Jr. Freeman Minneapolis M. Lbirawn Sioux Falls M. C. Brown Mildred Marlin Iowa ‘ Highway Commissioners Emmet

Children Day Program At Ruthven Iowa Church

A Ruthven Iowa church observed Children’s Day with a program including opening march, solos, recitations, and multiple group performances by Primary and Junior departments. Local festivities noted a new oil station opening next Sunday following a prior fire destruction.

Doris Rose Henderson Arlene Zielstra Barbara Barringer Sol Jesus Loves Arlene Goff Carol Grant Dorothy Hampson Hazel Rouse Mary Jean Logan Eli Margaret Logan Julia Austin Batra Stone Dorothy Stone Verna Olson

Hart & Norton Chevrolet Company Labor Charge Cut

We have made another 20 percent reduction in our labor charges. See us for expert mechanical service by Hart and Norton Chevrolet Company.

Hart & Norton Chevrolet, Co

Republicans 1932 platform outlined in condensed form

The Chicago report ships a compact summary of the 1932 Republican platform. Key planks include Prohibition submission, unemployment relief aligned with Hoover, economy through major bureau reorganization, gold standard defense, deposits protection, farm relief and tariff extension, veterans aid, foreign policy favoring peaceful mediation and world court, armament reduction with navy parity, Philippines issues, Latin America troop withdrawal, labor with high wages and shorter work week, public utilities control, crime crackdown, and friendship toward African Americans. The article also notes local farm bureau activity and community notices.

Criais Hoover Gold Standard International Conference On Monetary and Silver i Jsues Sanks James World Court Far East Japan China Latin America Nicaragua Theegro

Harvest Preparations at WEIR'S for Repairs and Parts

WEIR'S reports extensive stock filling for the harvest season. The store emphasizes repairs and extra parts, gathering hundreds of assorted items needed during harvest time.

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Galvanized Sprayer Cans Described for Tractor Use

Large Y-quart galvanized sprayer cans with removable nozzle for filler use in tractors or car radiators. Indicates heavy construction and utility as a spray filler option.

Fly Time 185 Here Fly Covers and Nose Baskets Sale

An ad proclaims low prices on two complete stock of fly covers and nose baskets. It highlights savings and urges customers to browse the assortment. Includes a mention of 3-tine hay forks with tempered steel and hickory handles as a value.

Baby enamel bath tubs and harvest bolt assortment

Large baby bath tub in pink or blue enamel. Harvest bolt assortment offers carriage and machine bolts for harvest needs. A limited stock of crack and galvanized chicken waterers and feeders is being cleared out.

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