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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1925
Page
1
A column notes Judge Gary's prohibition stance and private life scrutiny. It argues a public figure should have civil rights like any citizen, and urges restraint on reporters prying into home life while praising his leadership of a major corporation.
The piece notes rail travel safety improving since 1901 with 1994 rail fatalities down 16 percent, and 926,000,000 passengers carried. It praises the C M St P and Rock Island lines for promoting safety and urges stricter highway traffic enforcement and personal responsibility for drivers.
A patriotic message urges Americans to prioritize seeing their own country over abroad. It highlights the economic and social benefits of domestic tourism, noting Americans visit Canada and the United States, spend money at home, support local businesses, and gain a deeper appreciation of national resources and responsibilities. The piece extols America’s towns, cities, industries, and landscapes as unmatched.
The item notes that boys cycling on busy roads are often killed by cars and urges drivers to slow down and be cautious. It emphasizes a clear need for caution when facing bicycles and the risk of sudden movements by riders. It calls for reduced speed to avoid costly collisions and injuries.
Thomas Brooks, Windsor Ontario school board member, once helped save Russell Scott, now advocates capital punishment after his son-in-law was brutalized. He says we need cool determination to enforce laws, scorning sentimentalists. The piece contrasts stubborn figures and a gasoline bootlegger selling inferior gas amid price-cutting propaganda.
Sporting literature notes debate over who first used the baseball mask James Lombard of Michigan is credited by some sources but Harvard records suggest it appeared in 1976 77 The mask reduced injuries and helped catchers perform their duties with more security It filled a long felt need and became essential to catchers over time
A 1915 U-24 submarine sinking killed 1198 people including 224 Americans, shifting neutral nations against the Kaiser and influencing World War I outcomes. King Victor Emmanuel III’s long reign is marked by reforms, wars with Turkey, Italy’s World War II alignment, and Mussolini’s rise. Northwestern cuts suburban bundle racks, stirring criticism. a Illinois horse thief faces uncertain punishment. opinions vary on punishment as trial looms.
A new oil boom idea centers on a 110 foot derrick near Lakeview and a 3875 foot deep hole. Speculators seek profits, while Rockaway and Miami serve as markets for inflating hopes. Enthusiasm is needed to sustain a true boom in this dubious venture.
The speaker urges moderation in aid to France and Italy after their heavy losses. They argue not to blame them for misfortune and advocate that both nations refrain from fighting long enough to save money and settle bills.
A survey shows Europe and the United States pursuing superbroadcasting, citing Schenectady and its 60 kilowatt system and noting Daventry, Britain, aims to rival it. The piece warns smaller stations may struggle and fewer public broadcasts could result, as the race for bigger systems quickens.
C. A. Charles publisher of the Hartley Sentinel files suit in O'Brien county court against W. J. Davis president of Hartley First National Bank for $10,000 damages alleging personal assault. The action stems from a Hartley article republishing a Clay county court note about the bank suing on a Mrs. Lorenz Schubert note, which the Spencer paper cut from its columns.
L. T. Jackson reports several large land sales in Florida during the summer with gratifying profits. Emmetsburg residents take interest in the success and expect continued momentum as he keeps things moving. Fort Dodge woman Fanny Rogers Davis is sentenced to five years at Rockwell City reformatory for operating a house of ill repute.
The community mourns Mrs. Charles McCoy who died after a surgical operation at her home south west of the city. Funeral services were held at Assumption church with Very Rev. J. G. Murtagh officiating. Burial followed in St. John's cemetery. She leaves husband John E. and son, plus parents Edward Ryan and several siblings. Her life was described as wise, diligent, and devoted to family.
Editorial note urges timely reporting and rejects stale items. Emphasizes freshness within ten days to two weeks and demands lively, current coverage from the newsroom. Encourages staying a live wire in the world.
The county Nursing Activities Committee met Tuesday afternoon August 25 with about twenty five attendees. Precinct branches from Emmetsburg Graettinger Highland Ayrshire Curlew Rush Lake Mallard Ellington West Bend Cyladers Fairfield Great Oak and Lost Island were represented, several visitors attended. Delegates discussed problems and shared viewpoints as the group planned actions for children.
The county schools and good roads plan fall coverage while Red Cross weighs babies and preschool children daily at headquarters. Mothers and teachers are urged not to miss the event, highlighting nursing work and cooperative spirit at the festival.
OLS neighbors organize a moving bee to haul timbers and material for a new house at Blatrow farm in Freedom township. Gene Harrison and Mine Dickinson head teams, 22 teams arrive, provisions shared, carpenters begin work, with two large rooms planned for township meetings.
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