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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1925
Page
3
Local column laments rising timber prices and cutting limits, urging protections and planting to secure future timber supplies. Mentions grain markets, farm economics, and government action to support forestry, with warnings about shortages and price pressures.
Town residents discuss a new Minnesota statute requiring drivers to stop when approaching railroad crossings at low speeds. The law targets schoolchildren safety and imposes fines up to 100 dollars or imprisonment up to three months for violations. Inspectors will monitor crossings and alert motorists to the rules.
Gov Donahey of One vetoes a bill mandating ten verses daily from the Bible. He argues the measure infringes civil and religious liberty and that individuals should worship as they see fit. He urges equal privileges and protections for all, citing American values.
On January 1 the U S population stood at 214 311 000. In 1923 immigrants halved and deaths were half of births. 1924 saw a slight dip in births and deaths. Despite this, many workers reportedly die and labor unions fail to receive promised favors from prosperity makers.
An unsigned column notes proclaimed prosperity on paper yet widespread factory and railway layoffs, declining income tax receipts, and skepticism about a coming upswing. It cites census figures, political figures, autos and telephones, and remarks on Nathan Hale’s image, Germany’s republic, and cultural notes about actors and editors.
A column extracts opinions on aging from Chauncey M. Depew Charles W. Eliot and Thomas A Edison. Depew advocates self restraint while Edison says two to four or five hours sleep suffices for many. Gannon and a Kentucky gentleman discuss tobacco and liquor use as age advances. The piece notes the difficulty in convincing aging authorities of sound judgment and cautions against broad compromises on diet drink and stimulants.
Two bandits entered a Pennsylvania store and, wielding revolvers, ordered pants down. The proprietor complied, then stood exposed while the thieves escaped. The piece warns merchants to keep extra pants for quick alarms and lampoons eastern outlaw tricks.
The Interstate Commerce Commission notes rail and tax increases since 1911 have risen 369 percent for western lines and 334 percent nationwide. The burden shifts to the consumer as state levies rise and tariffs grow, eroding savings. The public laments the heavy costs and feels betrayed by rising prices and stolen goods analogies.
The Mallard Opera House, owned by C H Cookingham, has been remodeled and enlarged. Changes include a smaller lobby, moved ticket office, new east entrance and west side exit for safety and convenience, and about one hundred new chairs. A projecting camera will be added to allow continuous picture projection. The reopening featured a free weekly moving picture show hosted by the Mallard Community Club.
Officers Thieringurfeer and Muel ler aided by Deputy Gousty arrested Tale Hall near Rolla while closing from a fishing expedition. Hall faces a similar charge as the others, tied to alleged unsanctioned activity.
Reported assignment of Rev Hewtert Cincy and Rev Herbert Cleer to church leadership roles in the Muroingana MM area. The section notes former positions and new duties within the local church organization, reflecting changes in pastoral staffing.
Humboldt hosts a fourteenth district law chautauqua for lawyers on May 3 with sessions by prominent judges and legal figures. Afternoon lectures precede a round table on popular questions with speakers including Justice Thomas and T H Chapman among others and Tom Lynch of Pocahontas listed as platform supervisor.
Sioux City remains a major hog market as April shipments totaled 267 870 hogs valued at 1 661 052 with cattle calves and sheep adding 4 094 730 365 500 and 214 488 respectively The year to date value reached 60 486 447 up 18 840 629 from last year Truck shipments now account for 13 percent of stock deliveries signaling a shift in how livestock reaches Sioux City and a rise in road transportation as rail service declines and highway improvements continue.
The Daily Messenger reports John Ford was selected as league commissioner with immediate and hearty approval from every team manager. He is a lifelong baseball fan and has long ties to local baseball in the city. Ford will travel, arriving only occasionally, but will fulfill his duties despite traveling. The article notes expectations of few disputes and a smooth season.
Lone Rock, a small Kossath town east of Fenton, plans an all colored baseball team this year. Trips will cover Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota after last fall's Emmetsburg game. The team also played near Memphis, Tennessee, in winter, and locals question support for the venture.
Official reports note autos cost 29 percent less than in 1913 and nearly 400000 cars were sold abroad last year. Federal tax on cars from 1917 to 1925 totaled 79000000 with 1924 alone at 461000400. Freight on shipments reached 400952000. It is claimed 65 percent of autos are owned in communities of 25000 population and under while 4 percent belong to residents of 5000 and under.
A parcel of land north of the Rock Island depot at Hartley will be converted into a park and beautified. The property belongs to the company. The Rock Island should also designate Emmetsburn as a beauty spot.
Loren Y. Smylie appointed as Rock Valley Schools superintendent after reviewing thirty applicants. The article notes a large pool of school employees seeking employment beyond the initial vacancies.
Cities show stronger building activity than smaller towns. St Paul issues many new structures and Sioux City awards contracts for 225 buildings totaling over 92 million dollars. The surge reflects urban development momentum across the region.
Horse demand is rising as hundreds of mares will be bred in the coming year. Prices will hinge on the breeding stock and the shrinking mule and horse populations. Experts from Iowa State College warn only strong heavy draft or light fancy driving horses will fetch good prices, so breeders should select stock carefully.
Ames authorities warn farmers to keep cattle out of damp clover fields this spring to prevent bloating and deaths. Hungry animals may overeat in fresh pastures if left too long, authorities say.
Postmasters report many undelivered newspapers since the new rite schedule began on April 14. They cite missing stamps and an inability to locate senders, with no available return directions.
Mrs. Hans Johnson, 69, seeks divorce from husband 76 in county court claiming he hid $26,000 from robbers and kept her starved. Neighbors interrupted earlier raid at their farm home, sheriff later recovered cash and the couple’s finances are strained with no children.
C A Holmquist of this city stepped from a road cart to adjust something and his foot dropped into a hole. He fell and broke the knee cap of his left leg, a previous injury leaving the limb weak. Dr Gretzmeyer advised a specialist in Iowa City. He left for Iowa City Saturday evening. He has suffered greatly and the outcome is uncertain.
Mr and Mrs Houter Stratomeyer and their young daughter of Carroll visited Beekman and Schruyder families last Sunday traveling by car. They left early Sunday afternoon due to a tres jug storm. The Carroll vicinity has been much drier than usual and crops are not as far advanced as in Palo Alto.
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