07 Nov 1935
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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1935
Page
1
Publisher W. T. Branacan details unknown items from Kanmetsburg Democrat in this aged fragment. The garbled text references periods and local notes with unclear dates and names, offering little verifiable detail about events or persons.
A garbled report records a fatal highway toll with mentions of a state inquiry and multiple victims. The fragment preserves the sense of a large number of deaths on town roads and references some officials or investigators, though many names and specifics are unreadable.
Excerpts from Rabbinic and scholarly talks on education, youth experience, and democracy. Notable speakers include Rabbi Abba Hillel Silver, Elbert K. Pritnell, John Erskin, and Dr. Geo. D. Strayer. They discuss war, truth, and the role of education in shaping thoughtful citizens.
A nephew of Al Capone, known as Ralph Gabriel during threats from Capone’s enemies, visited Bancroft to see Joe Sherman Jr. and his family. He attended St. John's University in Collegeville and was later said to be at Notre Dame University under his real name.
Bary L. Colfie a University of Iowa law graduate plans to practice in Estherville. He finished Hick school in 1893 and has lived in the city all his life. Known as a good student and thrifty resident, he aims to establish his practice locally.
An Algona man died in a traffic collision near Estherville after his car crossed into the oncoming lane to avoid another vehicle. The crash occurred on a curve where drivers failed to negotiate the bend, with both cars sustaining heavy damage and rescue attempts hampered by wreckage.
Forest City schedules a second school election for November 25 after a City Summit discussion. Following a commercial club meeting directors decided to petition for the election. The plan includes public notices and sign postings to inform residents.
The fuel commission has leased to Mullen Brothers Ford a site on the east side of Main Street in Fonda for seven proposed new state liquor stores. A five year lease at 2 rental 35 per month starts December 1. Store personnel have not been selected and opening date is not yet set.
Wm Schaller of Mallard was gone to town last Friday to handle business matters.
Ruthven Nev Ruthven resident Miss Cora Babcock aged 63 died Saturday afternoon at her home two miles south at Stony Point Ruthven after a period of poor health. She retired Friday night and was found Saturday morning by neighbors. The body was taken to Leathers for burial.
Cylinder community events are summarized with a postponement of the Jacobson Community Club Meet to November 15. Neighborhood notices include visitors from Mason City, a broken arm incident involving Kenneth Hagen, and local sports preparations as Redman and Cylinder face Lone Rock.
Detroit November 3 1935 Chevrolet announces price reductions on three of six Master de luxe models effective with the new Pashyar car line. Prices range from 483 to 600 dollars for various bodies, with remaining models unchanged. Production and dealer preparations outlined as 60 000 cars shipped for display and sale.
Judge Phillip Sullivan in the Northern District of Illinois refused motions by defense for 42 defendants in the Drake estate mail fraud case. The ruling keeps indictments intact and denies a detailed bill of particulars. Trial remains set for November 18 as originally scheduled.
F Conion of West Bend was a business caller in town Friday. Mr and Mrs Ben Doerning and a family of Mallard were Emmetsburg visitors Friday.
Curlew grain dealer Critz to relocate his office to the Iowa building in Emmetsburg mid month. Max Johnson, son of Mrs. D A Johnson, to manage the local elevator for Mr. Critz as he leaves Curlew after four years.
Mrs. Ross Burns was honored with a Friday afternoon church parlor shower hosted by Mrs. J. A. Burns Everett Burns and Miss Helen Burns. Gifts for the bride were presented as refreshments were served. Local events include Hallowe'en party activities by the MBE choir at the Geo Jacobs home and various weekend visits and calls among West Bend residents.
Local residents and visitors share weekend gatherings and travel. Families from Algona, Plover, Mas on City, Rolfe, Mallard, and West Bend visited relatives and attended church and social events. Visitors also traveled to Des Moines, Ames, Fort Dodge, Chicago, and Excelsior Springs for meetings, hospital visits, and leisure.
Mr. and Mrs. Erle A. Bergum of Graettinger were surprised by family members at the Raleigh home as they marked 55 years since their wedding in Verdi Minnesota on November 7 1880. They lived in Verdi Wallingford Lost Island before moving to Graettinger in 1902. Their children include Mrs. O H Raleigh Mrs T L Hampson and Arthur Bergum. Out of town guests from Cedar Falls attended.
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