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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1924
Page
5
Wm Connor of Morris Illinois discusses his long farming career dating to 1848 Chicago days and Civil War land grants. He describes real estate shifts near Morris, Texas rice ventures, and market changes impacting crops like cotton and corn. He notes Emmetsburg as cheaper for shopping and renews his local subscription.
A child, two, was struck and badly injured when a car driven by his father backed from a yard. The Brewer family of Petry reported the accident as the youngster followed from the doorway and was hit as the car moved rearward.
Whitmore wins a close match against Wet Rem in a tense showdown at the weekend tennis event. Prizes and placements were decided as spectators watched a balanced contest between two rising players.
Miss Orilla Conley, local telegraph operator, accepts appointment to take charge of the Jefferson office. She will depart for Jefferson as the successor arrives. Conley has been in Emmetsburg about a year.
The article lists local attorneys who opened and practiced in Emmetsburg over 35 years, naming W. H. Sher Geo B. McCarty B J Hartshorn C C Rockwell and many others in roughly chronological order. It notes a few who could be added but did not maintain regular practice.
McDierich Churchill of Mason City was ordained a priest on June 16 at St James Basilica Montreal after four years as an ideological student. His father has long served as a Milwaukee section foreman. Churchill studied at Columbia College Dubuque and his brother Francis recently graduated there. A large crowd attended a high mass in Mason City with many locals present, including PF H Donlon and Mrs Eaton. Path er O Connor left for Ireland for three months to aid in Toc ing after parochial duties.
Groundhog drives have been conducted in recent months in a number of counties across the state. In Seo county the roundup increased from 1,500 to 2,000, though officials say the activity appears not to be troublesome in this region.
Sunday evening exercises at St. Assimen Church continued under Monsignor Marpetty with Father O Brine assisting. The report notes the crowd varied but remained attentive as prayers and devotions progressed.
Rasinees Mae Be Tread headline details a Thursday morning incident near Fitzgerald Imphemeo in Hoek Rapids where Pitzer, head of the firm, collapsed due to heart trouble. Local authorities report emergency response and ongoing investigation into the event.
D. A. Sibrel faced Justice Stuehmer after being held to await September grand jury action on selling liquor led to Sam Vanderby Jake Dykstra death. Vanderby and Bilen posted bonds. Sibrel's bond set at 4000. witnesses and interpreters noted.
The Democrat notes Judge Coyle could not provide department cuts for this issue and that local attorneys also report no cuts secured. The paper is pleased to present the many members of the profession featured on pages 2 and 3 and compliments the judges and lawyers as good looking gentlemen.
Benjamin Garthwaite celebrated his 78th birthday on Friday with family visiting from West Bend. Granddaughter Mrs. George Foley and her husband brought a cake with an American flag and 78 candles. The Kings Daughters joined for coffee and cake at his home.
Miss Glee Hastings of Sneaver returns from Turkey to New York after years abroad and receives a Turkish government honor for aiding needy children. HOS Alumni Banquet in Laurens on June 22 marks nearly 100 alumni attending the high school event with music and toasts.
Des Moines hosts a peony show this week showcasing one million flowers with about 200 distinct varieties entering the display. Fimmersburg reports exceptionally large numbers of blooms in rooms across the event.
Readable fragments describe a 7:80 vetting event featuring the Legius band at Harri week park with a program listing pieces including Kentucky Cardinal and The Taiiity. The garbled text references a March element and a fumbled line, unclear performers, and a potential misprint.
The Lawyers' Chautauqua of the District Bay association opened yesterday in Humboldt county. Judges Coyle DeLand and Davidson attended with round table discussions on law topics. Att y J W Sullivan of Algona spoke on Constitutions Courts and other blessings.
Frank McIntyre aged 89 was thrown from his car during a Friday evening crash returning from Lizard Lake to West Dodge. He sustained a broken bone and spinal injuries. Initial reports say injuries may be temporary and he was taken to Mercy hospital after the accident caused the car to overturn.
Art Schlutsmeyer and Bert Frost plan a car trip starting early next week to Winnipeg and other points in Canada. They expect to camp during the journey, taking about two weeks. Schlutsmeyer mentions this is his first vacation in several seasons and hints at bringing back some keepsakes for friends at home. The Des magazine wishes them a pleasant journey.
In a brief report two bankers from McGregor and Manona travel to the city to pursue business interests. The men, W. F. Daubenberger of First National Bank and A. J. Wickler, are described as involved in looting after their trip from McGregor, with a claim the car traveled twice as far and was advanced as in eastern Iowa.
H W Beebe, returning from Lake Mitchell Minnesota, landed a 19 pound northern pike after a 55 minute fight. He rowed to a sandy beach to avoid breaking the line with J M Palmer E H Soper aboard. The party included H M Helgen George A Sonsigney and D H Alexander. Strikes were plentiful and the catch drew much attention at Hedwinson on Saturday.
Sunday Silver Lake defeated Alton 7 to 2 at Silver Lake. Paulson pitched for the home team as 600 fans attended despite rainy weekend weather. Reports tying him to Des Moines are disputed and Morrison secured him on a March 10 contract.
Me and Mrs J P Conway of Graettinger visited Mr and Mrs Chas Nolan in town last Saturday. They recently bought the John Wichart residence at Graettinger, said to be the finest in town. Jr Conway is settling into retiree farming life while tending the garden and enjoying privileges of a retired farmer. Fred Amesbury, once a tinner in J M Farley’s hardware at Whittemore over thirty years ago, died at his Sheffield home after years in business. he was born in England and came to the United States at eleven. Bishop J K Birney named to succeed Bishop Stuntz, who died recently, to oversee Iowa and Nebraska. Birney was elected bishop at the 1920 Des Moines conference and has been stationed at Foo Chow, China.
Three Fort Dodge stores were entered early Saturday, with clothing, money and other valuables stolen. Police report ongoing investigation and urge witnesses to come forward as thefts disrupt local commerce.
The readable fragments hint at a period report mentioning places like Spirit Lake and local figures or parties. Limited legible names and events prevent a clear event or outcome. The text appears corrupted with inserted letters and incomplete phrases, blocking coherent summary.
The eighth grade graduates will gather at the High School at 9:15 a.m. to take photos before marching to Harrison park for commencement at 4 p.m. The Community Club will host a surprise after which ceremony will begin. Many local districts list graduates from Booth Township to Ruthven with numerous names across towns.
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