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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1925
Page
1
A bishop urges revision of church and social norms around marriage. The piece notes past reliance on pledges and domestic power struggles, then cites modern women asserting authority in the marital bond and voting rights, while men view matters from a male lens. The bishop faces sharp criticism and must prepare for a difficult stance.
Fragmented OCR text discusses social customs in London, suggesting proposals to reduce hostility in cultural interactions. It references the presidency and gatherings, with unclear names or dates, indicating a historical opinion piece on international relations and social behavior.
A garbled notice discusses sending a diplomatic envoy to Ragland and promoting American ideas abroad. It mentions teaching advertising, tuition, and recruitment for a college or garden exhibit, with scattered calls for support and a request to send copy home.
The ATMS report lists average daily populations for Tows state prison at Fort Misison and Saguiss reformatory for younger prisoners, noting increases over the past decade. Iowa’s total prison population has risen significantly, with Rockwell State’s women’s reformatory also expanding. Officials credit Governor Hammill for moral aims, though prison conditions worry observers as crime rises and security wanes.
The Democrat notes Emmetsburg’s clean sportsmanship in football and basketball, urging visitors to be treated courteously. It calls on peace officers to enforce respectful behavior at games and expects reciprocal treatment when local teams travel. It also critiques political storms in South Dakota and demands officials focused on public interests over cheap campaigning.
In a tense county court session Judge Davidson presided over the case of a young man charged with assaulting an officer with knuckles and driving while intoxicated. The defendant, supported by his parents, faced a stern rebuke that highlighted public safety while offering a lenient chance due to family plea. The courtroom drew a crowd as the judge urged reform, noting the severity of the offenses and the need for accountability.
The C M and St P publishes figures: 52 000 employees with a 32 200 000 payroll for 1924 and 50 000 000 spent yearly with suppliers. 9 006 000 in taxes for public benefits. Milwaukee road paid 190 606 000 for materials and 330 000 000 payrolls plus 26 000 000 in taxes over four years.
J H Millea received a letter from a Detroit resident claiming his son was seriously ill in Windsor Canada and in North Dakota. The letter hinted at needing money but a police check found no such person. Millea sent funds for emergencies and urges vigilance against fraudsters posing as distressed relatives.
Evener Flies Back injures farmer J. C. Wills who lives northwest of town while lifting millet and hay slings. A broken evener splinter struck Wills above the right hip causing two puncture wounds and a broken right forearm. Sheriff Tom Nivison of Emmet County visited the city Monday.
A bitter debt was noted at the Nat Honal Layton convention in Omaha where Janes Barton of Fort Dade was appointed national adjutant last summer and reelected. He is a well known local figure who once played for the Fort Pidage basketball team. His community is among the most staunch.
Theodore Marks returns home to Emmetsburg after two to three months abroad tending property improvements including a cement floor and first class furnace in his Jersey City building. He urges local business to stay positive and expects fall holiday trade to boost the town. Clay County grand jury to hear Jack Sipes case. strong evidence cited. trial likely next term in Spencer.
Mrs. B Hutchins spent the summer in Algona with her husband and left Friday for Marion. Mr Hutchins intends to follow soon. He bought a residence lot at St Petersburg Florida months ago and has received tempting offers for it. He has only 275 dollars invested but the property is valued at about 2500 dollars and rising.
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