24 Jun 1914
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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1914
Page
1
In a New York Globe caption style item a bright boy in school answers a geography question about the opposite country and the hypothetical hole through the earth. The teacher asks where one would come out if bored through the planet, the student answers Out of the hole with confident triumph.
A fragmented excerpt from the Boston Transcript presents a dialogue on bravery. It contrasts cowardice with courage, noting that a truly brave man would need sufficient courage to face a test.
Fragmentary text discusses a person named Jack and someone named Waggs. It states No Wonder he died and hints at a moral judgment about his heart being on the right side. The readable content is terse and unclear on full events or identities.
A Danish proverb stating that spiritual proximity to the divine is measured by minimizing desires. The saying emphasizes simple living and restraint as paths to closeness with God.
Ted asks Ned if Gitting is dangerous as wedding plans loom next week in New York Times style dialogue. Ned replies in the affirmative, noting concern over impending nuptials and risk.
Practical health note urges punctual bedtime to stabilize brain and digestion. Consistent hours help fall asleep faster. varying times disrupt rest. A brisk walk of ten minutes before bed or light exercises when weather blocks outdoor activity are recommended to improve sleep quality.
Many suffer from rheumatism as impurities in the blood inflame muscles and joints. The text urges improving general health and purifying the blood, claiming cod liver oil in Scott's Emulsion acts as a natural blood maker and strengthens organs to expel impurities and rebuild strength. It warns against alcoholic substitutes and touts daily help for sufferers.
The Rock Island Railroad plans to operate under the Iowa workmen's compensation act after July 1 to improve cooperation between management and workers. Attorneys say the move costs more than the federal system but could increase loyalty and efficiency. Other lines, including the Burlington, opt to remain under federal protection, while Great Western, Minais Central, M. & St. L., and many Iowa interurban roads will follow the Iowa law.
Drs Melvin Dorset Niles and President Pearson led state officials in Ames to decide government support. An expert will be assigned to Clay county to work on the Ker cholera proposition. Government will continue work in Clay county as done in Dallas county.
Attorney General George Cosson issues a formal opinion correcting a Muscatine statement that dark horse canidates will be barred in county or state convention nominations. He says conventions with authority to nominate may choose a primary candidate or an outsider, as applicable.
Warden C McClaughry reports to the state board of control urging legislative appropriation for a building to teach manual training to inmates. He aims to teach every man a trade while imprisoned and seeks a new carpenter shop isolation building and a moving picture machine to aid prisoner education after recent fires.
The Iowa insurance department warns employers against placing workers compensation with unauthorized companies. Agents visiting Des Moines recently notify employers that coverage must be with companies approved to write risks in the state.
B H Temple formerly of Burlington now with Iowa Texas Fuel Oil Gas company plans to drill oil near Chariton. The firm with 30 000 acres in Texas and 10 000 acres in southwestern Iowa expects several wells. Depth may reach about 1800 feet with oil believed present across Iowa at shallow depths in some locations.
Des Moines reports that excavation for the Iowa Congregational Hospital at Fourteenth and Clark streets will begin in a few days. The project is spearheaded by Congregational members with a building committee and a women’s auxiliary actively fundraising.
The Town district of the Evangelical Church of North America elected officers. District president Rev. J Arnest Birkner of Remsen. Vice president Rev. G Meinzer of Ackley. Secretary Rev. HL Fauth of Ackley. Treasurer John Brant of Burlington. Judiciary Rev. J Br Mann of Burlington Rev. C H Franke of Etkader Rev. M Rosenfeld of Bisourney.
The Farmers Grain Dealers association of Iowa plans to set up its state fair headquarters with a tent for visitors. President J. D. McVicker and the state board are studying area plans and arrangements to ensure comfort and convenience for attendees.
At a mass meeting of local business leaders in Ackley officers were elected and the date Aug 27 set for the twelfth annual Sauerkraut day. Organizers promise a bigger event with new features for the amusement loving public.
Des Moines reports small pension awards granted to residents in several towns including Rolfe and Mount Ayr. Names listed include Charles F P Thrane, Sarah A Wilcoxen, Louise M Wington, Elizabeth Hays, and John T Watson Boyne with varying amounts such as 312, 12, 24 pounds.
Shenandoah and Bert Doane harvested twenty four tons of alfalfa from six acres. F McClanahan purchased the crop at ten dollars per ton. The article notes potential earnings of forty six dollars per acre from the first cutting with two additional cuts planned. Land around Shenandoah selling at two hundred fifty dollars per acre.
Priest, age 82, who laid out Shenandoah land surface in FST, recently died. He purchased land for ISGS and owned 1200 acres, 320 acres of which became the townsite Shenandoah.
The Senate confirmed new town postmasters in Iowa: Cora A. Hidelbaugh of Bagley, Edmund A Hart of Dow City, John L. Devine of Livermore, and Isaccoh B. Powers-Mercay.
Carlisle William Spece, about 42, committed death by own action here. He worked at a local brick yard and leaves behind a wife and daughter.
The Osaze-A Spencer paper notes the successful staging of a play written by Ray D. Penney son of Albert Penney of Jaclyville, shining a spotlight on regional talent and the local arts scene.
Mr and Mrs Gilbert Hanson celebrated their garden wedding anniversary at their home near Wavkon surrounded by over 20 relatives and friends.
In Silver City Mrs. Ws. Whittington was fatally burned when a gasolene stove leaked and a fire broke out. While trying to move the stove to save the house her clothing caught fire.
Altaz Maria Myers, daughter of Tebies Myers of Albert City, was accidentally shot by her brother with a 4 ball from a 22 caliber rifle. The ball entered her shoulder and exited at the back of her neck.
Representative William C. Adamson of Georgia proposes a two year halt on free tolls for American ships using the Panama canal to assess operating costs. During the pause coastwise and ocean freighters would pay the same tolls as foreign ships while the president evaluates maintenance needs and treaty questions before any exemption could be enacted. Adamson notes his long service and background as a lawyer and farmer from Carrollton.
Visitors to the Panama-Pacific exposition in San Francisco will see an extensive display of paintings and sculptures from old masters. The exhibit is described as the most extensive and representative yet shown in the United States with over 350 original works promised from European private and national galleries. John D D Trask, chief of the fine arts department, recently returned from Europe and notes strong success in gathering these art exhibits. Trask, a Brooklyn native, has long linked with the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts and served as United States commissioner general at the 1930 Buenos Aires international exposition.
The New York Post notes the core puzzles of wireless telegraphy. Uncertain wave origins, possibly lightning or extraterrestrial sources, create noisy interference. Weather impacts long distance signals, with daytime and night ether behavior awaiting explanation.
A New York Sun report explains how bullets moving at high speeds generate visible air waves and eddies, while slower projectiles leave no detectable disturbances. The piece compares bullets traveling at 3000 feet per second with slower motion, noting that only very fast objects create measurable waves.
A pigeon visits Mrs Nansen in Christiania with a note from her husband describing a successful polar expedition. The bird had been away thirty months yet found the home window, carrying a message that confirms progress in the Arctic voyage and reunites with its waiting mistress in a tale of endurance.
A garbled mash of quotes from Chicago Record-Herald Cincinnati Enquirer and Cheero notes a joke about a new car making a big hit and hospital cases a remark by Gabe Bragley about preferred choices. It reflects brief life experiences and memories as stated in the clipping.
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