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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1934
Page
3
In a statement the Iowa pension board pledges to safeguard the homes of aged residents and clarify that pension funds are to preserve income and shelter. The article notes distress among elderly couples facing eviction and insists no elderly person or their spouse will be deprived of basic living essentials.
The fourteenth annual gathering of the Standard Bearers of the Ale Society held at Belmond featured attendees Isaiad Weisbrod June Weisbrod Donna Jean Marie Bailey and several others. Activities included a program with songs and a luncheon, and plans for future meetings were discussed by club members.
Garner Leader notes the White Rock Cafe on North Main Street owned by Mrs Agnes Williams was nearly destroyed by a Tuesday morning fire. The blaze started in the roof rear, origin unknown, awakening residents at about 3 30 a m as flames raged. Building ownership is listed as Joe Wenrk.
Seventy five 4 H club boys from Pocahontas County are camping at Lost Island State Park for Friday and Saturday. They bring their own food and cook over furnaces in the park. Nature study will be led by Duke Layton and livestock marketing by Rex B. Conn. Ed Sindergaard, a Polk County dairy farmer, will discuss dairying and 4 H club work. About one dozen fathers are assisting along with the club leaders.
A Long Island photographer unveils a new method to graphically show acceleration by capturing simultaneous images of a stop watch and speedometer. In a Terraplane test the car reaches 47 mph in 12 seconds and 75 mph in 21 seconds, using standard equipment and a stock six cylinder Terraplane.
A local Red Cross call urges voluntary contributions to aid flood victims near Sioux City. Donors may leave funds at county banks for Mrs. Joke McNamara of Emburg, or send to Mrs. McNamara directly at Emmetsburg. contributions credited to the Red Cross.
A humorous note from Iowa State College recalls a brave male faculty member who sought a capable woman to cook eggs. Belle Lowe of the foods staff explains dark rings on hard boiled yolks vanish if boiled no more than 15 minutes and cooled promptly. She adds green bottom omelet color comes from separated eggs and can be prevented by thorough heating and proper mixing.
Accompanied by Lola Warner, visits to Walter Warner and the Newel home in Windom Minnesota, and dinners with Weisbrod Schonwelter Meyer Garner social circle. Weisbrod family traveled to Algona to see Mrs. Kresensky. sisters Rachel and Helen to remain longer with Don Allen of Davenport. Kern family from Sexton visited Carflern home. Carl Kern visited Emmetsburg. Theo Weisbrod and John Wallace shopped Fairmont, with a day trip to Langerman home. Mrs. Eigler and Mary Jane journeyed to Griswold and Omaha to stay with Frank Hicks in Nebraska. Charlie Welsbrod hosts Sunday dinner guests.
A dynamite cave was constructed across from the county fair grounds to store explosives in a protected place. Caps are kept separately and are highly sensitive, requiring a cap to detonate. The measure aims to reduce risk from explosive materials in the area. Ringsted man pays $150 for missing a prize. Gaer Carnera fight broadcast cost him the amount after he missed out on Bank Night prize at the Iowa theatre.
Clay County and Spencer city officials announce procurement of two Thompson submachine guns of the latest type for police use. The Hawkeye Protective Appliance Co. will supply the weapons at 252 dollars each, including a 50 shot drum and three 10 shot clips per gun.
The Spenser city council, urged by the Chamber of Commerce, considers replacing the current ST system of five electric lights per electroliers with a single higher wattage lamp on each electroelier to improve efficiency and reduce replacement costs.
Heartley Sentinel reports the overhead crossing south of Prim Ghar is poured and guard rail work started. The road is expected to reopen to traffic soon as rush work continues. A roller coaster incident in Arnolds Park leaves Cecilia Winkle safe after a 40 foot fall.
A rider fell from a roller coaster near Spirit Lake, suffering fatal injuries. The ride, about 60 feet from the brow, is owned by Sioux City Investment Co and sub-let. The injured woman was taken to Dr. Rodewick's hospital for care, with officials stating only a brace or obstruction could have saved her.
Sheriff Peed wicksen and Deputy Twila lave beer search for two days for Mike Geisen Jr who broke jail at Garner last Monday night. Geisen, known locally, linked with a youth named Miller from Ter vil, allegedly stole a radio. Miller fled. Geisen captured by Garner officers.
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