Democratic and Republican T tickets and postal banks debate
The piece lists Democratic and Republican state and county tickets with candidates for governor secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general and supreme court judges. It then weighs platforms on postal savings banks arguing for government guarantees, deposits kept at home, and larger public confidence, citing Bryan's influence and banker concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demogratic National
Bryan
Idoha W. Kern
Bor U.S. Sendtor
Eeeee Clumda Ry Porter
Vere GO
AW Bile
Chas
A. Rogers
Miller Fordlerk
Supreme Come Core Ty
B. i. Commisssioner
Mack J. Gr
Supreme Court
House
Whighes
Tickee
Sanerin
Sheri Seymour A. A. Carter
Thos
Kirby A. Fleming
Postal Savings
Progressive Republicans Silence Mayne Over Woods Fight
Progressive Republicans claim they silenced Mr Mayne in the clash with Frank P Woods. They say they threatened to expose his ally F C Davidson unless he backed Woods. The motive for backing Davidson is unclear as Cummins is forecast to lose the senate race and Davidson may align with primary picks. Stand patters refuse Cummins for constable, cursing him as doomed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Mayne
Frank P. Woods
F. C Davidson
Woods
Mr. Davidson
Cummins
Davidson
Mr. Cummins
Constable
Bankers Back Guarantee on Deposits at Town Convention
June 7 and 8, 1908 bankers gathered in Town voted 110 to N in favor of guaranteeing bank deposits. Committee members L. F. Potter D. L. Heinsheimer and J. D. Easton approved the resolution. The state convention at Cedar Rapids had passed it almost unanimously last year. Voters urged to support stable rural schools and county leadership, backing Miss Lille Patton for county superintendent and warning against changes before November 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. F. Potter
Harlan
D.L. Heinsheimer
Glenwood
J. D. Easton
Waterloo
Cedar Rapids
All Friends of Good Schools
Miss Lille Patton
Emmetsburg Politicians Tie to Governor Cummins Pay
The piece accuses several local Republicans of bending to Governor Cummins and repudiating prior statements. It notes Bro Mayne preaching near Osgood on tariffs, and mentions Tae Cannon, Jim Sherman, and tariffs on steel and other goods as influencing farmers. It highlights the need for a capable county surveyor and careful voter choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cummins
Emmetsburg
Bro. Mayne
Osgood
Tae Cannon
House
Jim Sherman
Senate
Ed Carney for Clerk of District Court Reelection
In Iowa, readers praise Ed Carney for courtesy industry and faithfulness during his first term and argue he deserves two more years. The piece urges unity and a large vote to show appreciation for a model officer and endorses experienced Alex Cullen as sheriff, stressing prudence and grit.
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District Court
Ed Carney
Alex Cullen
Taft Defends Bank Deposit Plan Amid Honest Banker Debate
The speech argues the democratic plank on guaranteeing bank deposits would encourage dishonest banking, claiming lack of dishonesty would negate the need for the plank. It urges voters to mark Miss Lille Patton and Ed Carney for two more years, praising both as ideal officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Lille Patton
Ed Carney
Man attacked by dogs over a political rally incident
In Estherville a small crowd voting on Bryan taft split when H Taylor praised his candidate. Two bull dogs leapt at him, blamed on crowd pressure. OConnor denies ownership of the dogs and insists they acted independently. Taylor calls tariff suspension to buy trousers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TY. H. Taylor
Bryan
Estherville
Mr. Taylor
Tufi
Mr Taylor
Taft
Ylor
Tom O’connor
O’connor
Taylor
Cabbage for Sale in Emmetsburg by Win Austin
To the people of Emmetsburg and surrounding country I offer cabbage for sale in any quantity. By the head 10 100 or ton I provide only merchantable goods and the best grown. Please place your order Win Austin phone 225 Emmetsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmetsburg
Win
Austin
Pigs for Sale by John Williamson in Burmetsburg Township
A notice lists O I C pigs available for sale by John Williamson, secretary of Section 4 in Burmetsburg township. The short ad notes livestock sale locally in the township, with no further details on price or quantity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Williamson
Burmetsburg Township
Still Galking Watches in Northwest Iowa Ad
A garbled ad touts sale watches and jewelry with claims of low prices. It promises varied movements and styles, aiming to attract readers with emphasis on affordability and value in Northwest Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North West
Iowa
Death of Mrs Catherine Adrian in Emmetsburg
Catherine Adrian died at home after a long illness. Funeral held Sunday with services at the Congregational church and burial in Evergreen cemetery. Pallbearers named. Born in Oberurschwabach Germany October 12 1644 she emigrated at 18 and lived in New York Cassville Wis and Emmetsburg Iowa where she moved 11 years ago. Survived by three of ten children Charles Adrian and two daughters. Widely known Christian wife and mother remembered for patience kindness and devoted household service. Community extends sympathy to the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Adtinyn
Congressional
Evergreen Cemetery
Geo, I. McGarty
F. Freeman
W. G. Henry
J. H. Hinkley
D. Starr
D. W. Darland
Catherine Munch
Oberreschbaugh
Germany
United States
New York
Cassville
Wisconsin
Sebastian Adrian
Charles Adrian
J. E. Bilis
Herman” Eckert
Chicago
Myr
Emmetsburg
The B F Carroll Meeting Report
A Blythe faction supporter Hon. B F Carroll spoke on Wednesday, backing Speaker Cannon for the House and Sherman for Senate. He argued trusts would be safe and that people could protest in vain, a view likely to anger local farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Carroll
Blythe
Iowa
Dr. Bryan
Joe Cannon
House
Jin Sherman
Senate
Republican rally at Root school house draws five voters
Several named locals attended the Root school house gathering on Saturday evening to speak for the Taft era. Only five voters were present, a discouraging turnout that nonetheless featured earnest appeals to support the grand old party. P H Donerton joined the small group, while a prior meeting at Osgunda saw similar low attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Mayne
P. O. Ressell
Dwight McCarty
E.G. Kelly
S. R. Stedman
J. ©. Kennett
Ida Johnson
Pearle Richardson
Root School House
Taft
P. H. Don‘ton
Osgund
Pretty Raughty Shaken Up Near Davenport
Mr Knoblauch received a pretty good shaking up a few days ago when the passenger train collided with a freight near Davenport. The passenger cars suffered little damage, but the freight was badly smashed and several passengers sustained light injuries. An company officer settled with the more frightened than injured. Also note a Halloween carnival at the Congregational church Friday October 30 with window cards forthcoming. For Rent: six room house near High School Robin Laughlin. Two stores for sale including a Garland hard coal stove and a sheet iron heater at 4212 Franklinworth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoblauch
Chicago
Davenport
Excellent Recital by Miss Stone’s Music Class
Children and young people in Miss Ruby Stone’s music class, aided by local adult talent, gave a public recital Friday night at the Congregational church. The audience enjoyed a varied program, praising the instructor and pupils for creditable performances and the noble art of music. Miss Stone’s Hungarian Rhapsody display showed talent beyond the ordinary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruby Stone
Congregational Church
Miss Stone
Tiszt
Democrats solicited for Taft fund by local figures
A. B. Funk and Lafe Young report a letter requesting a Taft fund contribution. J. K. Benda also received the appeal. The paper has not replied yet. Abe claims corporations cannot contribute this year, but others doubt him. Supporters anticipate visitors before polls open. Consider asking Bro. Mayne or Mr. Bunk to contribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Funk
Lafe Young
Taft Fund
J. KK. Benda
Abe
Bro. Mayne
Bunk
Mora V
Matthew Gerber Dies at 64 in Illinois Emigree Home
Matthew Gerber died at his home between Rodman and West Bend last Tuesday. He moved from Illinois seven or eight years ago and was 64. He suffered from long term liver enlargement. He leaves a wife and eight children. R J Higgins Jr opened a new drug store in Linderman building. The store features a clean stock and elegant fixtures with a bright gas lit room and a soda fountain to be used next year. Court adjourned until November 5 and the Hemptifl case was continued. Ruthven forecloses and Ruthven wins the Ruthven Crane case. The session was not particularly interesting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthew Gerber
Rodman
West Bend
Illinois
R.J. Higgins, Jr
Linderman Huiting
Ruthven
Kepford to Speak on Tuberculosis in West Bend Tonight
Dr. A. E. Kepford will deliver his talk on tuberculosis in West Bend this evening after addressing teachers in the city during the institute. He focuses on combating consumption with practical recommendations, seen as sensible by attendees. A. V. Smith died recently west of Ayrshire after a paralysis stroke. burial was in Laurens. Elihu S. Ransom, brother-in-law of West Bend’s I. B. Martin, died in Humboldt. Calkins of Milford visited Emmetsburg for court business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Kepford
West Bend
A. V. Smith
Ayrshire
Laurens
Elihu 5
Ransom
Bro. I. BK. Martin
Humboldt
Mr. Calkins
Milford
Emmetsburg
Curlew Social and Visit Highlights Across Town
Curlew residents report fruit shipments from Pennsylvania and visitors from Ruthven Stuart and Emmetsburg. Local trips include Mrs McBride and Ethel Glenn to Emmetsburg and Jennie Fisk to Ft Dodge, plus MaHard and Prairie View engagements. A farewell dinner welcomed Rev Lyon as Hancroft pastor and Rev Sidney Arthur of England now serves three appointments. others returned from the Dakotas, with the Christy family mentioned as faring well. A runaway incident involving Mrs Schull and Blanch caused minor injuries, and Robert and John Leach from Manchester SD returned home last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Fisk
Charles Brumbaugh
Pennsylvania
E. P. Barringer
Ruthven
O. J. Gates
Wisconsin
P. Guillen
Stuart
Jennie Fisk
Ft. Dodge
Cora Williams
Emmetsburg
Patrick
John Cullen
G.P. McBride
McBride
Ethel Glenn
Lyon
Mr. Lyon
Hancroft
Schull
Blanch
Robert
John Leach
Manchester
Curlew visitors and local shuffle in Emmetsburg area
Among the Curlew people who were Emmetsburg visitors Wednesday were Mr. and Mrs Ward, Mr. and Mrs. Turner, John Curlew, John Fagan, John Ferguson, and Rex McGreary. John Ferguson left for Dakota Thursday. Miss Stella Gates returned from Dakota last week. Mrs. Geo Edwards and Linda Buckler are visiting Fennimore Wisconsin. PB H D Bennett returned from Cedar Falls Friday with bride Jessie Felters. Seth Bickford of Emmetsburg was a Curlew visitor last week. The Royal Neighbors will give a Hallowe en social. Miss Cora Willians Sundayed at Mallard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curlew
Emmetsburg
Mrs Ward
Turner
John Curlew
John Fagan
John Ferguson
Rex McGreary
Mrs. Geo. Edwards and
Linda Buckler
Fennimore, Wisconsin
H. D. Bennett
Cedar Falls
Jessie Felters
Seth Bickford
Cora Willians
Mallard
Emmetsburg Visitors Attend Democratic Rally
John Moncrief joins from Emmetsburg Friday. Lot Laughlin visits seven relatives Saturday. John Montgomery returns from Wrominz. Mrs Berndarmer spends Saturday in Esthville. Mrs Spies back from Calfax Saturday. Mrs J H Brennan visits Emmetsburg relatives. Miss Ida Johnson calls on voters Saturday. A group including E J Mitchell and others drive to Estherville Friday evening for a Democratic rally with Judge Dunne of Chicago as principal speaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Moncrief
Emmetsburg
Lot Laughlin
John Montgomery
Wrominz
Berndarmer
Estherville
Spies
Calfax
J. H. Brennan
Ida Johnson
E. J. Mitchell
D. W. Cameron
ER. ZL. Culler
J. RB. Lambe
Board Proceedings and County D D Session Details
Minutes show Iverson and Martini, county and D D sessions and committees with entries 83.65 for C H Bleckwenn and 40.90 for others. On motion the board adjourned. Sim R. Stedman, County Auditor, by J. R. Martin, Deputy. For rent a well improved 18 acre farm near market at reasonable terms Esquire of E B H Soper, Emmetsburg, Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WK. Iverson
D. D
Jas, Martini
Wm. Reardon
C. H. Bleckwenn
Sim R. Stedman
J. R. Martin
E. BH. Soper
Emmetsburg
Lost horse blanket between farms in two townships
J J Higgins requests notification if a horse blanket is found on the road from Mallory farm in Great Oak township to Geo B McCarty farm in Nevada township. Return to the Democrat office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blicket
Mallory
Great Oak Township
Geo. B. Mc'Carty
Nevada Township
Democrat Ofice
J. J. Higgins
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Clyde J. Seymour
T.H. Taylor
G. L. Walsh
Watomaker and
Saweler
C. Adrian
B. F. Carroll Meeting
Robin Laughlin
Iowa Theatre
Ralph Riggs
the Bell Boy
Rose Stillman
Havelock
Dakota
Mr. Matinson
Stella Gates
Dr. Adams
John Daley
Graettinger
Board Proceedings
The
Emmetsburg Auto & Gas Engine Co
Fairbanks
Morse & Co
Emmetsburg Auto & Gas Engine
South Court House
Squar
Phons
J. C. Paulson
Town
Awomobile
Emmetsburg Auralias Regine Co
Fred A. McCarty
Willie H. McCarty
Willis B. McCarty
McCarty
Fred
D. N. Wait
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