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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1908
Page
2
Local editorial argues railroads deserve fair returns amid rising costs. It cites Poor’s and historical earnings per mile from 1895 onward, questions 10 percent rate hikes, and calls for official, accurate valuation of lines to reveal equitable charges for passengers and freight.
The Vindicator argues against restoring the circular ballot and warns it would invite elimination of regular majority nominees. It urges voters to judge each candidate by fitness and public welfare rather than blindly following a party ticket, warning that abandoning the circle risks costly blunders.
Prosperity is noted as the Tailway companies disclose a 16 percent freight rate hike set to take effect around January 2. Campaign costs are described as likely high, and Jim Hill is characterized as a strict collector.
Elegant papering painting and furnishing have transformed the judge's room in the Court House. The space is now described as good enough for a king, with new carpet and tasteful decor.
John D. Rockefeller is thoroughly satisfied that his eleventh oar announcement helped insure Tart's election, signaling strong support from notable financier figures in the campaign.
A detailed travel portrait of day trips beyond Rome's walls. Descriptions cover the Appian Way, Hadrian's Villa, catacombs including St Calixtus, the Church of Domine Quo Vadis, and the Three Fountains. The piece contrasts ancient ruins with Christian worship, noting catacomb numbers and the sacred steps of Seals Sancta Treated as a period guide for pilgrims.
A hurried Rome visit notes monumental ruins and basilicas while musing on harmony, design, and belief. The author cites Gia Cometti works, recalls Christ before Pilate, and references Byron on St. Peter's dome as a meditation on art, faith, and civilization during a warm day.
A fragmentary note suggests Costello’s Venice letter mirrors his earlier Florentine dispatch, with the author intended to discuss those cities in the order of his travels and remarks on their sights and impressions.
The long married Mulroneys of Palo Alto observe their 50th anniversary October 23. They wed in Brooklyn on October 28 1858 and moved to this area in 1861. Patrick a Kilkenny native and Mary from Drogheda Ireland are both 79. They raised twelve children, six deceased, with eight still nearby. They witnessed Pais Alto grow and Patrick once pledged to abstain from alcohol. The community sends hearty congrats and best wishes for many more years together.
Mr Win Sundermayer son of Wmn Sundermeyer of Dickinson county married Miss Emma Schendel daughter of Afr and Mrs F Schendel of Fairfield township at Esterville with Justice Byron Coon officiating The union surprised few in the east part of the county The couple will spend winter at Henry Sundemergers Fairfield County Democrat wishes them a prosperous future and health and happiness as they start married life.
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