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Newspaper

Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1928

Page

6

Hearst and Dick Speak to Farmers At Their Picnic

At Harrison Park Emmetsburg a large crowd of about 2000 attended the ninth Farm Bureau picnic. Charles E. Hearst of Calum Falls urged farmers to unite through organized agriculture and backed the McNary Haugen farm bill while criticizing the Kansas City convention and Democratic plans. He emphasized Farm Bureau education and suggested farm dollars yield greater value than tax funds.

Palo Ato County Amogl Farm Bureau Harrison Park Emmetsburg High School Lost Island Warm Bureau Federation Des Moines Lost Islan Charles E. Hearst Ca‘dar Falls Town Farm Bureau Federation Emmetsburg Hearst Kansas City Resolutions Committee Iowa Anne Port East Houston American Farm Bureau Federation McNary- Haugen Mydhearst My. Hearst Farm Bureau Federation

Senator Breakenridge Ships Choice Cattle

Senator W J Breakenridge shipped a car of fat cattle to market. the 145 pound average herd was described as a choice bunch. Breakenridge, noted as a successful farmer, makes regular shipments of this kind.

Senator Breakenridge Grlinder W. J. Breakenridge Breakenridge

Towa Fields Look Promising For Harvest Season

The writer notes unusually fine field conditions and promising crops across Towa Fields after optimistic travel through Pocahontas Hum boul Clarion and Vampton. Weather is described as favorable with yield expected to be abundant if the season continues.

Dan Kelly Pocahontas Humboul Clarion Vampton Lowa

State Conmnisation Gravels Local Road Improvement Granted

The highway commission granted changes for graveling improvements on a local road. The measure, described as an improvement project, has been approved and will proceed under the commission’s authority.

Highway Commission Tye Nora Lenl

Milwaukee Depot Operator Killed in Sioux Plier Crossing

Miss C. J. Reisinger, operator at the Milwaukee depot in Jackson Junction, was struck and killed instantly by a Sioux Plier while crossing trucks in a New Ford coupe. Her hours spanned midnight to 8 a m. She resided with Atkinson in Illinois. In 1987 Belginger served as operator at the local Milwaukee depot.

C. J. Reisinger Milwaukee Jackson Junction IL. Atkinson Ales Belginger Lie

Joynt Brothers Return Home From College Visit

Joynt brothers Hane Donald Joynt arrived home from St Francis College at Loretto Pennsylvania Sunday. He will spend the summer with his parents at Us place. His brother Joe L who has been in Milwaukee also came home Sunday but will return in a few days.

Joynt Hane Donald Joynt St. Francis College Loretto Pennvania Us Place Joe L Milwaukee

Picnickers from Mallard visit Eme metsburg Legion group

The American Legion Auxiliary ladies at Mallard traveled to Eme metsburg yesterday for a picnic in Harrison Park. Gentlemen guests enjoyed the offerings until showers cut the program short after noon.

American Legion Auxiliary Mallard Ememetsburg Harrison Park

Xotic Young Lady Weds June 15 in Bronx City

Miss Faye Carroll of Mulfe an Myr and John Roger Wiegman of Humboldt united in marriage on June 15 in Bronx City. Carroll served as secretary of the Pavalon sas County Credit Bureau and held deputy recorder posts. The couple will reside in Humboldt.

Faye Carroll Mulfe An Myr John Roger Wiegman Humboldt Bronx City Miss Carroll Pavalonsas County Credit Bureau

To Celebrate 66th Anniversary of Mr and Mrs Ormsby

On July 4, Ol and Mrs E Ormsby will celebrate the 66th anniversary of their marriage. They are in good health and keep in touch with current affairs. Many Palo Alto friends since pioneer days offer hearty congratulations.

Ormsby Palo Alto

Trinity Episcopal Fraternal Activities Planned

Trinity Episcopal notes a Friday gathering for the Young People's Fellowship at Harrison Park in June. The next day, June 30, the Ladies' Guild will hold a rummage sale in the Crowch Building.

Trinity Episcopal Harrison Park Ladies’ Guild Crowch D Building

Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary House Changes

At Mt. Carmel the mother house is undergoing summer changes and the order will not spend time there this year. Several Sisters from other schools are stopping at St. Marys which has more room than the average convent.

Mt. Carmel Sisters of Charity of the St. Mary’s

Notable Local Visitor Sparks Political Chatter

Mr and Mrs Cookitham of 4 thire were in town Tuesday. Cockinham looked hearty and skipped avoidant scraps. He stayed a couple of hours with no newspaper rivals challenging him. Cookinham, normally quiet, vows not to tolerate crooked work in politics.

Emmetsburg Holds Dual Party Conventions on Saturday

Democrats gather in City Hall and Republicans meet in the Court House in Emmetsburg this Saturday June 30 after June primaries. Local rainfall brings ample moisture as two days of fine rains and showers bolster crop prospects.

Emmetsburg Court House

State Democratic Convention Set for Des Moines July 27

The Democratic state convention will be held in Des Moines on Friday, July 27. Palo Alto county is entitled to six delegates. Presidential years see most states with two conventions. P. H. Donion of Ruthven was in town Tuesday handling business, attending rural school graduation exercises and the Farm Bureau picnic.

Des Moines Palo Alto County P. H. Donion Ruthven Farm Bureau Piente Houston Texas United States Robinson Arkansas

John Schumacher Wins 13 Graveling Contracts

The board of supervisors awarded 13 contracts for graveling on secondary and township roads. John Schumacher of Bancroft was the successful bidder for all work. Locations include Emmetsburg and surrounding townships with stretches ranging from one to four miles across several roads.

Board of Supervisors John Schumacher Bancroft Emmetshure Tava Stretcles Pairfelt Ellington Primnsty Highland Nevada Siler Lake

Collision at Crippen Corner injures Kane woman

Sunday crash at Crippen Corner involved J. Hobson and Charles Kane. Mrs Kane suffered broken ribs and stomach injuries, while Mr Kane had head gashes. The Hobsons and their son escaped serious harm though both cars were badly damaged.

J. 3. Hobson Charles Kane Emmetsburg T. J. Mulyy Mr. Hobson Kane Mrg. Kane Cithfray John Jones, Jr

Relatives From Far Distances Attend Kibbie Funeral

Relatives from multiple states and towns gathered Tuesday morning for the funeral of the late Mrs J H Kibbie. Attendees included Patrick Keeney and Theresa from Vail, P F McGarvey family from Waterloo, Mr and Mrs Jack Ryan and others from Waukon Varina and Chicago.

Immetzhnvg J. HL Kibbie Patrick Keeney Theresa Vail P. F. McGarvey Helen Agnes Waterloo Angsy Jack Ryan Katie Watts Patrick Ryan Tee New

Car Crash Injures Auburn Family Near James Bulns Corner

A car carrying Mr and Mrs McGarvey two daughters and Mrs Joe Rilchie Sr and baby left the road near James Bulns corner on Monday. Mrs McGarvey suffered a fractured collarbone while the children and baby had facial cuts. They were treated at Dr Brereton’s office and later attended a death in Boons Township. The party narrowly escaped worse injuries while en route to Burnetsburg. Cedar Rapids buyer secures Emmetsburg Seed House bid at 900 dollars. approval pending.

Myr McGravey Misses McGarvey Waterloo Joe Rilchie Booth Township James Bulns Corner McGarvey Kibble Cedar Rapids Wan Hupp Cedar Rapids Emmetsburg Nour

Mrs W Z Coen Heads Coast Bound Trip

Mrs W Z Coen travels with Mr and Mrs Wd Margy and two children from Parnell and Migs Genown on a Western states trip. They plan Spokane Washington to visit relatives then Los Angeles and other points, returning for summer.

W. Z. Coen Wd. Margy Chilren Parnell Migs Su.e Hoospital Lowa Gly Spokane Washington Log Angeles Hand Murphy Cren

Municipal light plants debated in Emmetsburg editorial

The editorial urges voters to consider municipal ownership of the light and power system, citing Emmetsburg and other towns as showing reduced rates and improved amenities. It criticizes private utility firms and discusses a Des Moines inquiry into Carmichael's lobbying as evidence of corporate influence on schools and texts. A traffic accident involving W B Powers is noted amid broader local concerns.

Dex Moines ‘Daily Register Carmichael Des Moines Federal Trade Commission Washington Connect Iowa Emmetsburg Toseph R. Lotg

Senatorial Recount Motion Faces Continued Delay

Kossuth county supervisors denied Senator Breakenridge’s recount request for the June 4 primaries. Attorneys argued for opposing candidates. Palo Alto postponed action until July and Emaret until July 2. Recounts in Clay and Dickinson occurred a couple of weeks earlier.

Kossuth County Breakenridge Palo Alto Emaret Clay and Dickinson

Fight card set for Emmetsburg July 10 at Towa Theatre

Elmer Adams reports the South Side Athletic Association will stage a boxing card at the Towa Theatre in Emmetsburg on July 10. The main event matches Iowa champion against Kenneth Hunt of Des Moines in an eight round bout with Hunt giving Adams weight but hailed as a power puncher. A local debut by Jor Goeders of Crunter is also advertised as a highlight with further bouts to be announced in the Mont issue.

Elmer Rocky Adams South Side Athletic Association Towa Theatre Iowa Kenneth Hunt Des Moines Hunt Jocal Jor Gooders Crunter Goeders Ain Mont

Local Political Oddities Mention Candidates and Places

Fragmentary notes mention AL Swill and Republicans in Maines, Mrs Teuhud Cupnan visiting Pennerony Subway, and Leland Biya Chatsgoves of republican fi. Wednesday naughter born O phins Maines gre feing up dle ALE My. Mrs Raymund Weight appears in garbled text.

Teuhud Cupnan Maines Pinnerony Leland Biya Chatsgoves Ophins Maines Raymund Weight

Tyge and Grice Married at Curlew Parsonage

Yesterday Geo C Tyge and Ruth Grice of Curlew married at the M E parsonage with Rev Marion Sunderlin. They plan to reside in Curlew and the community sends congratulations. Mrs W H Comin reports travel to the Twin Cities earlier.

Geo. C. Tyge Ruth Grice Curlew M. E. Parsonage Marion Sunderlin W. H. Comin Mar Roy Ryn Ryall Via Melvin

Mail Clerks Move Terminal to Algona From Dubuque

Word from Washington confirms the Milwaukee Road will relocate mail clerks terminal from Dubuque to Algona effective July 1. The move brings railcar crews and families from nearby towns and affects local commute patterns. Miss Lois Hovenden of Laurens, daughter of Dy and Mrs J H Hovenden, recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin and plans to teach next year.

Dickinson Washington Milwaukee Road Algona Dubuque Due Sique Nour Chicago Lois J. H. Hovenden Laurens University of Wisconsin Madison

Has Lihographine Establishment at Stony Falls

Mrs. Warwick of Sioux Fatla, called to Emmetsburg Tuesday by the death of her aunt Mrs. J. He Kibbie, reports that her haystaii is using a file business. He has a lithographing establishment, and he keeps quite a force of Workers. Mrs. Warwick is very much attached to Sioux Falls.

Kossuth Farmers to Ames Visit Iowa State College

Kossuth county farmers will drive to Ames tomorrow to size up the Iowa State College grounds and the Iowa Experiment Station. Many Palo Alto farmers recently made the same trip.

Kossuth Ames Tomorro Kossuth County Iowa Iowa State College Palo Alto

Roberts installs state one of three Iowa brake testers

W E Roberts of this city installed a fine pen brake testing machine at his Battery and Service station. It is one of three in Iowa with Des Moines and Sioux City hosting the others. He will have the third unit and is commended for his enterprise.

Wi Roberts Iowa Des Moines Siouxity Roberts

Mysterious Longhorn Unearthed Along Des Moines River

A Santered fragment reports a Nevadan last Saturday finding a two horned beast bone from the Des Moines River area. The horned relic, four feet long, along with a second horn totaling about nine feet, suggests wild animal presence before settlers arrived in the county.

So¢ Wiyon Nevada Des Moines

Emmetsburg May Have Second Bank

Mr Kraft of Chicago a partner of Earl Beebe in Emmetsburg clothing store plans a possible second bank in the city If he proceeds the bank would likely occupy the old Emmetsburg National rooms Earlier interested parties from northwest Missouri and a Hartley gentleman viewed the situation

Kraft Chicago Earl Beebe Emmetsburg Emmetsburg National Rooms Missouri Hartley

Boy Sustains Serious Burns From Dynamite Ignition

Eight year old Orval Anderson of near Thor Humboldt county touched a match to dynamite stick and suffered severe finger mutilations and other injuries to his body. He may recover.

Orval Martin Anderson Thor Humpoldt County

Silver Lake Fourth of July Festivities at Silver Lake Park

Silver Lake Ayreshire prepares a large Fourth of July program at Silver Lake Park with two notable ball games, Hawaiian entertainment, boxing matches featuring Joe Goeders and Kid Rule, dancing, and speeches. An Emmetaburg ball and local attractions promise diversions for attendees.

Silver Lake Park Ayreshire Morrison Joe Goeders Kid Rule Fort Dodge Partie Muale

People Rule Sac City Not Emmetsburg in Franchise Debate

In Sac City the Public Service Company seeks a telecom franchise to build a power line into the city with a 25-property threshold. Local officials dismissed the petition noting only 24 property owners in the ward. Mr. Marsh of the company argues residents should decide by the people.

Sac City Iowa J. B. Tourges Indme B. McCorded Lohan Marsh Menry L. Marsh Emmetsburg Peir Maral Thesbig Sat Meturd Municipital Titties Company Des Molaises Compangis Autercalidivest semiuBasis Emmetsbutgosbetd Cosle

Goeders Triumphs In Ek Ring Clash

Goeders defeated a Sioux City opponent in a quick first round knockout at Granvitiyensr. The bout ended when the opponent was counted out after Goeders opened with a rapid flurry. Other quick wins on the card included Dyercoup KO over Art Kilegl and a draw between John and Yr in a separate match.

Granvitiyensr Jon Ruthven Joe Golddeters Loéxta D'Ataresedoh Sioux City Kclneh Dias Palo Alto Dyercoup Art Kilegl C.tyltederryh

Dr Oat Enteress Faces Internship Exam in Cincinnati

Dr Oat Enteress and Dr Praoslin O Halloramate seek an evening internship in Cincinnati to join the Bedebealey department. Originating from Creighton University, the two weeks ago appointment aims to participate in a competitive exam sequence for a hospital post.

Praoslin O Cincinnat Hererkshael Bedebealey Department of Cincinnimat Gakerat Yu O'Tallororup Rg Hee Creighton Univeraltetata Origen Renebebtaunat Exara

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