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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1907
Page
4
In Des Moines Judge McHenry’s court Leah Spercar, thought dead, appeared to claim a $2000 policy on Perry E Spencer. The fraternity insurer found she had a 9 by Warne Indiana marriage and a child born there. Though absent ten years, the judge awarded the funds to the daughter.
The Iowa State Firemen's Association wrapped up a largely successful tournament in Sioux City after two sunny days and strong crowds. Notable events included the Straightaway paid teams race with top finishers Paddy and Prince Sioux City and Jack and Jim Council Bluff, Paddy and Prince winning the hitching contest, Onawa capturing the state horse race, and Denison and Onawa securing titles in the hinds and hub and novelty races respectively. Frank Brown won the leaders' foot races.
Anlup stares from his book as the line one touch of nature sparks a restless train of thought. Quizeal and the Chivago Tribune fragment hint at a broader gaze on empathy and connection.
A brief glimpse from the Roston Record notes a traveler asking about enjoyment in Paris and mentions returning home in the steerage, highlighting a past journey and travel class.
The report records various Sunday visits and health notes. Edgar Curlew and Cecil Easton spent Sunday in Aurebira, while Misses Easton and Tressler joined Echoal activities in Spencer. Several residents took advantage of a Des Moines excursion, visiting friends at the Seaggren and center Des Moines homes.
Weir Bend and nearby towns report social visits and travel entries. Rodman residents Lottie and Grace Shepplee attend events. Maude Stover visits. Dr. Livingston from Bode visits. Lake Mille Epworth League delegates Wanda Cifeman and Olive Dixon attend a convention. Rodman residents Jesse Crook and Forrest Sweeley visit. Don Jorgenson of Rolfe visits family. Canton M D visitor Mrs Chae and son Vance stay with relatives. Thayer Johnson from Rolfe visits Henry Johnson. S Bookman visits relatives at Des Moines. Mrs Will Cline and children visit relatives in Redman. P P Capito and Nevins visit relatives at Iowa Falls. Earl Johnston of Rolfe visits. Mary and Nora Collinge go to Winthrop. Roba Charlee dies of tuberculosis at home aged about twenty, after illness and family loss of mother and stepfather.
James Henan Graettinger and Father Kelly traveled to North Dakota and LeMars respectively. A Woodman picnic drew many locals to Ringsted. John Graettinger and wife visited Ozgood. Anghes of Cylinder visited relatives. Morr is Tobaccos ads and Foley's Kidney Cure testimonial appear among varied notices.
The trial of W G Loving, farmer judge of Houston Virginia, for the murder of Theodore Estes began with jury selection and testimony. The case follows a buggy ride involving Loving’s daughter who, the prosecution alleges, was maltreated with drugs the night before the killing.
June 25 Denver report says seventy three indictments by the land jury include fifty five individuals charged with conspiracy to defraud the United States under coal and timber laws. Suspects hail from six states as ten prominent citizens are named. Also reported is the death of Mrs J Wilber Chapman wife of evangelist J Wilber Chapman after blood poisoning and hospital treatment. she was thirty nine.
John Johnson, a wire tighter, was executed in Sing Sing electric chair on Monday. A fierce wind hail and electrical storm caused damage around Grand Forks North Carolina and nearby areas. The Treasury Department received a telegram announcing the death of Assistant United States Treasurer Jacobs in San Francisco. Joseph Mateovich aged thirty one a coal miner killed his wife at their home in Lygan Pennsylvania and then killed himself with a pistol.
National League games featured St Louis 42 at New York Boston 10 at Pittsburg Cincinnati 12 at Brooklyn Philadelphia 1 American League Chicago 2 at Cleveland 3 Boston 7 at New York 9 Second game Boston 3 at New York 11 Philadelphia 6 Washington 3 American Association Toledo 6 Louisville 1 St Paul 5 Milwaukee 14 Indianapolis 0 Columbus 5 Minneapolis 5 Kansas City 4
Minneapolis and Duluth markets report on Wheat futures July and September bids with on track quotes. St Paul stock yards show cattle good to prime steers and cows with hogs and sheep pricing. Chicago grain and provisions list assorted wheat, oats, pork, and dairy prices.
An article touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female weakness. It cites endorsements by Dr. Fyfe and others praising unicorn root, Helonias, Golden Seal, and related ingredients for back pain, menstrual disorders, prolapse, and general reproductive system vigor.
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