Tribune objects to criticism of board actions in Pratt case
Emmetsburg’s Tribune defends school board decisions on Superintendent Prall. It argues public officials face scrutiny yet officials’ motives and friendships may shape verdicts, cites past debates over board actions, and questions the influence of personal ties on moral evaluations of students and staff.
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Emmetsburg
Board of Education
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Offhce Board
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Messrs. Blackmar
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Hicks
President David son of the Emmetsburg board of Education
An anxious demand to shift topics appears as the issue publishes a lengthy article from President David son of the Emmetsburg board of Education. He has been in Des Moines this past week and, as keen readers will note, remains a shrewd tactful lawyer who avoids certain questions.
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Pratt
Palo Alto County
Davidson
Knoblauch
van Gorden
Emmetsburg
Emmetshute
Miss Macomber
Kelly
Waverly
Democrat
Fie
Chamberlain
South Dakota
Mr. Pratt
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Macomber
Emmetsburg Board of Education
Des Moines
Judge Quarton to Speak on Roosevelt Throat Condition
Tomorrow Judge Quarton will address Lost Island pioneers and share his frank assessment of Colonel Roosevelt's throat condition. The comment promises a direct, unfiltered update on the illness and its impact on public life.
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Judge Quarton
Lost Island Pioneers
Colonel Roosevelt
Niagara Falls Peace Makers Seek Mexican Advice on I W W Issue
In Montana the I W W dispute lingers as peace makers consider calling on Mexico for guidance. The ad hoc effort aims to ease tensions while awaiting sharper directions.
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Niagara Falls
Mexico
Montana
Democrats Set Four Examples After Anti-Primary Campaign
The Des Moines Capital notes the Democrats show unity after a factional anti-primary push, citing four clear examples of cooperation and renewed party cohesion.
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Pat Des Moines Capatal
Caution urged before speaking on uncertain matters
A editorial advises readers to think carefully before reacting angrily to issues they know little about. It stresses restraint, research, and calm discourse to prevent misjudgments and harm in public discussions.
Eight Young Ladies Graduate From St Mary's Academy
Commencement exercises at St. Mary's Academy in Emmetsburg were well attended and praised for its quality. Eight graduates received honors, with awards from the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Knights of Columbus, plus several certificate recognitions. Father Farrelly delivered a noted address on Christian education.
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St. Mary’s Academy
Iowa
Josephina Brannan
Mildred Droynt
Helen Onhigg
Mildred McNally
Minims
Our Lady of Victory
Itara
Strang
Sisters of St. Mary’s
Ruth O'Reilly
O’reilly
P. F. Farrelly
Josephine Brennan
Leota Read
Margaret Kelly
Elizabeth Lavchess
Mary McDonald
Florence McGuire
Marie McGuire
Edna Murphy
Elizabeth Miller
Veronica Morrissey
Loretta Mahan
Anna Steil
Michael Collins
Mary Deneen
Loretta Mahon
Order of Hibernians
Knights of Columbus
Misa Violetta Brennan
Herbert Clare
Farrelly
Emmetsburg
Democratic County Convention Set At Court House June 27
The Democratic county chairman, away in Dubuque, announces a county convention at the Court House in this city on Saturday June 27 at 1 o'clock a m for selecting eight delegates to the state convention at Council Bluffs July 23 and other business. Precinct representation totals 91, with Booth 2, Curlew 2, Cylinder 2, Ellington 4, Emmetsburg township 4, 1st ward Emmetsburg 8, 2d ward 4, 3rd ward 4, 4th ward 4, Fairfield township 4, Fern Valley 4, Freeham 2, Great Oak 6, Highland 6, Independence 3, Lost Island 3, Mallard 4, Nevada 2, Silver Lake 8, Vernon 3, North Walnut 5, South Walnut 3, West Bend ? Immediate adjournment will follow to elect a county central committee officers. Full attendance hoped.
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Emmetsburg
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Fairfield Township
Fern Valley
Freeham
Great Oak
Highland
Independence
Lost Island
Mailord
Nevada
Silver Lake
Vernon
North Walnut
South Walnut
West Bend
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Democratic County Central Committee
Emmetsburg Wedding Dinner for Mr Michael Storesand and Miss Sarah Severson
Mr Michael Storesand and Miss Sarah Severson were married at Rolfe last Wednesday and hosted a wedding dinner in Emmetsburg for twenty five guests. The groom arranged a special dinner at the Waverly hotel. a lavish cake was prepared for the party and the meal concluded by two o clock. The couple and guests enjoyed a circle table setting, then departed for Emmetsburg after the feast. Mr Staregund paid Mr Vercow 25 shiners for the meal.
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Sarah Severson
Rolfe
Emmeatsburg
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Waverly
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Emmetsburg
Staregund
Mr. Vercow
Real Estate Sales Reported in Hardwick Area
John Sullivan’s Hardwick Star notes recent land sales in the Pipe Stone and Kenneth areas. C A Peterson bought a quarter section farm at 125 per acre, and another quarter sold at 100 per acre to Joseph Evenson. Ole Romme bought the Wm. Trotter quarter near Kenneth for 100 per acre, while the Ellis Brothers half section went to Carl Anda and George Michaelson at 100 per acre.
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John Sullivan
Hardwick
Minnesota
Star
Pipestone
C. A. Peterson
Joseph Evenson
Romme
Wm. Trotter
Kenneth
Ellis Brothers
Carl Anda
George Michaelson
Ringsted Harvest Festival Planned for August 6 7
Ringsted merchants and residents announce a two day harvest festival on August 6 and 7. Democratic nominees Maurice Connolly for US senator and Dr Kelleher for congressman will speak on August 6 and 7 respectively. Organizers expect a large turnout from northern parts of the county.
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Peterson
Ringsted Strata Bank
Base Ball Games Attendance Drops Across Cities
Poorly attended league base ball games this year mark a sharp decline in public interest. Attendance does not exceed 30 percent of prior years while managers search for explanations. Analysts cite rising auto rides and other entertainments as causes and note many people are choosing to economize on luxuries.
Picnic at Lost Island Tomorrow Draws Stockholders
Tomorrow the stockholders of the Lost Island creamery will hold a large picnic at Lost Island. Junge Quarten of Algona will deliver an address. West Bend deputy para food inspector Thos Clark and Waterloo dairy expert EB S Estelle will speak. Baseball races and other amusements are planned for the afternoon.
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Junge Quarten
Algona
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West Bend
Para
EB. S. Estelle
Waterloo
Compliment for Phil Daily from John Scott
John Scott, who is out with his auto daily, says Phil Daily makes excellent road grade. He notes Daily completes small stretches at a time and smoothing prevents future ruts. Scott believes Daily could offer pointers to other graders and praises his many years in the business.
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John Scott
Phil Daily
Mr. Scott
Mr. Daily
John Liggett Dies in Mason City
John C. Liggett, a leading attorney in northern Iowa and noted Democrat, died at his Mason City home after a period of illness. He was a former gubernatorial candidate and later sought the attorney general post, remembered as a man of ability and integrity.
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John C. Liggett
Iowa
Mason City
Dike Protects Crops Near Burna Bridge
Charles McCoy reports a dike built west of the town by Lee Boyd to the Burna bridge has protected crops south of the Des Moines river. Soil along the river bottom is gravelly and moisture rises through the ground on the south side due to high water on the north side.
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Charles McCoy
Burna Bridge
Lee Boyd
Des Moines
Barney Devine Turns 93 On Return From California
The Algana Courier reports Barney Devine recently came back from California and is now % years old. He traveled alone from California and could have gone to Europe if he wished. He is described as a man of remarkable physical and mental vigor.
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Algana Courier
Barney Devine
California
Europe
Would Straighten Des Moines River For Land Benefit
Letter from Dr T Myerly of Des Moines argues straightening the Des Moines River bottom lands in Palo Alto County would cost about $3.85 per acre and could double land values. He cites a 9 cent per yard ditch, 10 feet deep and 21 feet wide, with the river as the channel, and notes widespread support from engineers. A Ringsted Dispatch note reports contractor Thomas injured by a cave-in while working in a dirt ditch near John Gardner’s, with a narrow escape from death.
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T. Myerly
Des Moines
E. McNalty
Emmetsburg
Iowa
Palo Alto County
Des Mianes
Ringsted
Thomas
John Gardners
Minneapolis
Matzes Visit City as Metz Plans Short Stay
The Jobbers Credit Bureau of St. Paul reports Mr. and Mrs. John P. Matz of Minneapolis visiting relatives here. Mr. Metz, the bureau field man, returned home Monday evening. Mrs. Metz will stay briefly. The bureau assists retail dealers in financial distress to avoid bankruptcy by assessing true conditions and sending representatives to help. The organization operates across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, the Dakotas, Montana, and Texas.
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