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Newspaper items 1912
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
3 Jan 1912
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. J.M. GLAISER of Algona Saturday,
December 25. Their Emmetsburg friends are glad to learn the news.
Miss Gertrude JOYNT has been home from Des Moines during the holidays. She
is taking a course for a professional nurse in a hospital in that city.
Tony THOMPSON, Terril's well known wrestler, was thrown twice at Monticello
Friday night by HOUSE, the light heavyweight champion of Illinois.
S.J. GUERDET was down from Graettinger Saturday. He recently visited his son
at Armstrong. The latter owns a fine half section farm near that place. He
has it well tiled.
W.J. COLLINS, who had been home visiting his parents, returned to Ellsworth,
Minnesota, the first of the week. He has a good position in the Rock Island
depot of that place.
J.B. LAMBE and daughter, Miss Lucile, came down from Graettinger Monday
evening. The latter left for Dubuque Tuesday to resume there duties at the
Visitation academy.
There was quite a blizzard Sunday. Considerable snow fell during the day and
the wind was high. Trains were more or less delayed. The snow is deep. There
is excellent sleighing.
F.A. MEANS has rented his farm to Floyd LAWHORN for the coming year. He
intends going to Indiana and Pennsylvania to visit relatives during the
coming summer. He will have a sale February 12.
It has just been learned that Mrs. M.P. ADAMS, formerly of Emmetsburg, was
married in Chicago, early in August, to Mr. John WALSH of Dubuque. Mrs.
ADAMS is a niece of Mrs. M.DWYER of this place.
Mr. and Mrs. W.J. BLACK of Madison, Wisconsin, came to Emmetsburg to spend
New Year's with old neighbors and relatives. It is needless to say that they
enjoyed the day fully as well as did a couple of hundred more of our
citizens.
Mr. and Mrs. KLIEBENSTEIN of Tripp, South Dakota, were the guests of local
relatives the first of the week. Mr. KLEBENSTEIN [transcriber note: spelled
differently-not typo] was among the receivers at the T.J. DUFFY home and
Mrs. KLEIBENSTEIN [transcriber note: spelled differently again] was out
calling with a party of ladies.
Lot LAUGHLIN reports that 49 years ago Christmas day was almost so fine and
as pleasant a day in October. He says that many people drove to Estherville
from a radius of 20 miles to attend a dance. He was serving as a soldier at
Ft. Defiance at the time.
A few days ago Lot LAUGHLIN received a large photograph of his son P.J., who
has a good position in the Denver National bank. The picture contains 43
countenances, this being the number of employes [sic] in the institution.
Mr. LAUGHLIN's salary has been advanced to $100 per month. He is a most
trustworthy young man. We are pleased to learn of his success. He is about
23 years of age.
Leo HESTER of Red Wing, Minnesota is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. M.
HESTER.
T. BURT was down from Spirit Lake last week visiting his parents, Mr. and
Mrs. E. BURT.
Miss Lyda, daughter of H.N. OSHER, of Graettinger, returned to Grinnell
college Monday evening.
Miss Clara MOWRY returned to Rose Creek, Minnesota Thursday. She had been
visiting her sister Mrs. P.N. ADAMS.
Chris THOMPSON has rented the MUIR farm in Independence township on which
C.C. KNUDSEN has been living for some time.
Mr. and Mrs. J.J. DOOLEY returned from Algona Tuesday evening of last week.
They had been holiday visiting with relatives.
Miss Josie GUERDET of Graettinger returned to Minneapolis the last of the
week. She had been home spending her Christmas vacation.
Carl HELGEN of Ottawa, Illinois, who has been home spending the holidays,
recently visited his brother, H.M. HELGEN, of this city.
Mrs. C.E. COHOON visited her mother at Laurens last week. From there she
will go to Los Angeles, California, to spend the winter.
New Year's day one of the lady callers left a white muffler at M.F.
KERWICK's home and took another by mistake. She will please call and get
same.
Mrs. Wm. STEINER went to Estherville Saturday. From there she and her
husband went to Armstrong to spend New Year's with Mr. STEINER's parents.
Mr. and Mrs. Sim R. STEDMAN came up from Ft. Dodge to spend New Year's with
local relatives and friends. They were among the many who participated in
the festivities of the day.
S. SALVEN reports that he had a very successful sale. He sold a mare coming
five years old for $246. She weighed 1,785 pounds. His cows average $42.30
per head, one selling for $61.60.
C.C. KNUDSEN of Independence township will have a sale January 24. He
recently bought a half section farm near Fergus Falls, Minnesota. He will
move onto it March 1. He has been living on one of the MUIR farms.
Andrew HENNINGSON, son of Charles HENNINGSON, will take charge of the store
at Fallow this week, his father having bought the property some time ago.
The Democrat wishes him success in his venture. Mr. SANDE, who has been
conducting the place will take charge of the Farmers' Co-Operative store at
Graettinger.
Jahard AXELTON is visiting his parents at Graettinger. He has been in the
west for several years.
Miss Mayme SULLIVAN came down from Graettinger Thursday evening for a few
days' visit with friends.
W.J. RYAN has gone to Ames to take the short course in the Iowa Agricultural
college. He will be absent about ten days.
The opera house at Graettinger will be opened some time this month. The
building is neatly constructed and presents a fine appearance. It is a
credit to the town.
There will be a basket social at the center school house in Great Oak
township on Friday, January 5. Miss Alice O'BRIEN is teacher. Everybody is
cordially invited.
Mr. and Mrs. Dr. ALEXANDER came down from Estherville and spent Sunday at
the home of Capt. and Mrs. E.B. SOPER. Mrs. ALEXANDER remained until Monday
and joined a party of ladies in making New Year's calls.
Hugh McLAUGHLIN of Rockwell was a New Year's guest at the home of Dr. and
Mrs. T.A. O'BRIEN.
A.G. CLENNON of Joliet, Illinois is visiting his cousin Eugene and Joseph
CLENNON of this place.
Miss Mildred BRAND of Sibley was a New Year's guest at the home of her aunt,
Mrs. J.H. HINKLEY, of this city.
Mrs. Wm. HOPSON, who has been home visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter
HOELZNER, will leave for Chicago today. She is the traveling saleslady for
the American Corset company. Mr. HOPSON is at present at Houston, Texas.
Misses Lyme FILATREAN, Bessie HOWARD, and Celia CASEDY of Minneapolis were
New Year's guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph P. JOYCE. During the
past week Miss Anna RUTLEDGE, Josephine DEALY, and Mary DUFFY were
entertained at luncheons by the E.M.A. club at the homes of Miss Nell M.
KERWICK, Agnes RUTLEDGE, Mrs. C.F. MORAN and T.S. HESSION.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
31 Jan 1912
Happenings
Wm. LYNCH was up from Mallard Friday.
W.W. STONE was up from West Bend Thursday.
J.H. GODDEN was a passenger to Omaha Wednesday.
Mrs. A. ZIEHLKE was a passenger to Whittemore Wednesday.
L.H. IHLEN was down from Estherville on business.
Martin VANDERVELDE recently visited relatives and friends at Hospers, Iowa.
Miss Loretta NOLAN of Ruthven was the guest of Emmetsburg relatives Thursday
and Friday.
Miss Millie GALLEGER left for Des Moines Friday to visit her friend Miss
Grace CUMMINS>
M.GOSSMAN left for Des Moines Wednesday to spend a few days before returning
to Kansas City.
Editor MERRIMAN of Graettinger has installed a new Simplex typesetting
machine. It arrived last week.
Frank McCORMICK will have a sale on his farm four and one-half miles west of
West Bend Tuesday, February 13.
Mrs. Robert LAUGHLIN visited Graettinger relatives Wednesday. She was
accompanied by her sister, Miss JACKMAN.
Mayor PHILLIPS of West Bend is recovering from an attack of typhoid fever.
He has been quite ill for some time.
There will be a basket social in the school house three miles west of
Graettinger, Friday, February 2. Miss Mayme SULLIVAN is the teacher.
Miss Madeline MacKENZIE of Faribault, Minnesota is her visiting her cousin,
Mrs. Albert TROTTER, and her aunt, Mrs. F.A. WARNKE.
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News of Twenty Years Ago.
A Few Items Taken From the Files of the Democrat of January 20, 1891
Little Mildred SCOTT has been quite sick during the past few days.
J.J. SHAW spent last week with friends at West Union.
J.C. BAKER was a Des Moines visitor last week.
C.J. MIKESH was at Cedar Rapids Sunday.
The water works tank at Spencer bursted a few days ago. Fears of a fire are
entertained.
Capt. E.B. SOPER returned from Hot Springs last week.
A.H. KELLAR has been appointed assistant cashier of the First National Bank.
James PENDERGAST, Sr. was very ill last week. He is quite advanced in years.
Mrs. M.B. AYERS is visiting friends at Anamosa.
Mr. TERWILLEGER has sold his store building and stock of goods at Cylinder
to Kelly Brothers.
Sherriff MADDEN of Spencer has been appointed warden of the Anamosa
penitentiary.
Mr. and Mrs. E.J. DOYLE recently moved into the Thomas CARMODY residence.
Attorney SULLIVAN of Algona was in Emmetsburg Monday. He was on his way to
Estherville to try the attempted murder case in his home town a short time
ago.
The ANDREWS Opera Company was in a wreck on the Northern Pacific road last
Friday. Mrs. ANDREWS was burned to death.
Mr. FURLONG of Fort Dodge visited Mr. and Mrs. DEALY Sunday.
Mrs. BATES died at her home near Rodman last Saturday.
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Were Married Wednesday
Mr. Archie C. SHAFFER and Miss Daisy Florence ROUSE
The home of Mr. and Mrs. William R. ROUSE, near this place, was the scene of
a very pretty wedding Wednesday, when their attractive daughter, Daisy
Florence ROUSE, became the bride of Mr. Archie C. SHAFFER, of near Ayrshire.
Promptly at noon Miss Dora ROUSE, cousin of the bride, took her place at the
organ rendering the sweet strains of the wedding march. The couple entered
the parlor accompanied by Mr. Bert ROUSE, brother of the bride, who acted as
best man, and the groom's sister, Miss Laura SCHAFFER, being bridesmaid. A
corner of the parlor was prettily draped with an arch of lace from which was
suspended three wedding bells. The couple on taking their places beneath the
arch were met by the Rev. J.P. WILSON, pastor of the M.E. Church, who
performed the marriage ceremony. The bride was handsomely attired in a
beautiful gown of white messaline silk. After the ceremony a bounteous
dinner was served. A number of guests were present, being mainly relatives
of the couple, and many handsome and useful presents were received.
The bride is very popular in this section, being a young lady of unusual
qualifications and having a winning attractive disposition. The groom is a
very successful farmer, being a young man of business ability and sterling
character. They have the best wishes of a host of sincere friends.
The young couple left this morning for Marshalltown where they will spend
their honeymoon. The Chronicle extends congratulations.-Ayrshire Chronicle.
Emmetsburg Democrat, 14 Feb 1912
John Jackman Meets With Mishap.
Monday evening while riding a horse, John Jackman met with an accident that might have cost him his life. He was driving cattle a short distance north of Osgood when his horse stepped off the track and fell. Mr. Jackman was thrown beneath the animal. The horse was in such a position that it could not get up quickly and lunged about considerably before the rider could release himself. Mr. Jackman had his left shoulder bones dislocated. Dr. VanGorden was promptly summoned and succeeded in rendering all the relief that could be expected under the circumstances. Mr. Jackman was able to come to Dr. VanGorden's office yesterday and was feeling pretty well.
THE SHORT COURSE
The Work is Highly Deserving of the Support of Our Citizens.
The Short Course opened in this city Monday morning and is attracting a great deal of attention, although attendance in the stock judging and corn departments is not so large as it should be. Farmers and their sons certainly do not realize the advantages to be derived from this line of work, or they would be here in large numbers to take advantage of the opportunities that are offered to them. Professor McDonald of the Iowa Agricultural college has charge of the corn exhibits and judging, and Professor Bush of the same institution is conducting the live stock department. Miss Eva Murphy of the Iowa Agricultural college is daily giving demonstrations in the Domestic Science department. So far 44 married ladies and 58 girls have entered for this important line of instruction. All are delighted with the work and feel that they will, in the end, be more than repaid for the time spent and the cost of membership tickets. Owing to the lateness of the hour and because various other items that have been handed in for publication just before going to press, we are not able to give an extended account of the many excellent features of the course. It is not too late for people to enter for the remaining few days of the course. There should be twice as many in attendance. It is hoped that many more will come in tomorrow, Friday and Saturday.
Monday evening a booster meeting on the Short Course was held at the Court House hall. Professor McDonald, Professor Bush, and Miss Eva Murphy, who are conducting the course, made short addresses. Brief remarks were also made by Rev. Herbert Clegg, Rev. J. E. Brereton, Professor J. R. McComb, L . H. Mayne, Miss Anna Donovan and D. G. McCarty. All promised to do what they could towards encouraging the continuation of the Short Course work in this city next season. The Company K orchestra and the Junior orchestra furnished several enjoyable selections during the exercises. Herman Marks was also present with his Victrola and favored those in attendance with a few short numbers on his instrument. The entire program was highly appreciated by those who were present.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
21 Feb 1912
Town Topics of a Week
Mr. OXLEY spent Sunday at Humboldt
Mrs. C.R. VAN GORDEN left for Keokuk Sunday.
Mrs. J.H. CURRANS was over from Ruthven Saturday.
Miss Frances GIDDINGS was down from Osgood Monday.
H.M. HELGEN was a passenger to Fort Dodge Monday.
J.J. WATSON was home from Peoria, Illinois over Sunday.
Miss Nealie SCOTT was home from Spirit Lake over Sunday.
Thomas KERWICK was a Des Moines visitor the first of the week.
P.H. DONLON was the guest of Father JUNGBLUT of Wesley over Sunday.
Mrs. J.D. McCARTY went to Eagle Grove Saturday to visit her son Thomas.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank GOTCH of Humboldt have gone to Cuba and Panama on a
pleasure trip.
Miss Julia MURPHY came up from West Bend Saturday. She is teaching in the
Carter school near that place.
Mrs. O.L. BECK returned from Cedar Rapids Thursday. She had been spending a
week with relatives at that place.
A bunch of keys was found in this city Monday by Mrs. M. AYLWARD. The loser
can have same by calling at this office.
Mrs. E.M. THOMPSON returned to Graettinger Monday afternoon. She had been
visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. HESTER.
D.G. McCARTY was at Ayrshire Thursday evening. He addressed the Woodmen
organization of that place on the subject of rates.
The married people's club had a dance at K.P. hall last evening. The Star
orchestra played. There was a good attendance and all present enjoyed the
evening.
Mr. and Mrs. J.P. FLOOD and family left Monday for Carroll where they will
spend a week visiting relatives. Mr. FLOOD stopped off a day at Fort Dodge
on the way down.
A marriage license has been issued to Mr. J.H. SHUMPP and Miss Dora
BUCKHOLZ, both of West Bend, and to Mr. John SIMONSON and Miss Lena
CLEMITSON of Lost Island township.
A.P. NELSON was over from Spencer Friday.
Henry KNEER was a West Bend visitor Saturday.
Mayor DUFFY was a Whittemore visitor yesterday.
M.M. KNAPP was down from Estherville Thursday.
Charles ALLEN of Laurens was looking after real estate interests in this
locality Wednesday.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. S.D. BICKFORD Friday. Their many friends
extend congratulations.
C.L. McFARLAND was up from Goldfield Friday evening. While in town he
visited the Farmers' Institute.
Mr. and Mrs. James BURNS little daughter, who had been quite ill for some
time, is not improving much.
We are pleased to announce that Mrs. Edward McNALLY, who has been very ill
for some time, is much better and is considered past danger.
Joe SHEA will leave today for Red Deer, Montana. From there he will go to
Seattle and neighboring points to remain during the summer.
The Emmetsburg school election will be held the second Sunday in March. The
outgoing directors are J.H. KNOBLAUCH and J.H. GODDEN.
Mr. George W. SCHALLEY of Story county and Miss Emma AIRHART of Whittemore
were united in marriage in this city Thursday, February 15, Mayor DUFFY
officiating. Mr. G.H. AIRHART acted as groomsman and Miss Carrie AIRHART was
bridesmaid.
Mr. and Mrs. George FEY of Perry, Iowa, were visiting the J.A. SUSS home in
Lost Island township for a few days last week. They left for Everly, Iowa,
Tuesday evening to visit other friends before returning home.
Miss Minnie GREEN, who had been taking the Domestic Science instructions in
the Short Course during the past week, returned to her home near Ruthven
Monday morning. She felt highly pleased with her six days work.
The Ladies' Guild of Trinity church will hold their first Lenten market
Saturday, February 24, at Mrs. SCOTT's store, and will continue each
Saturday during lent. Home cooked meats, cakes, pies, etc. will be on sale.
Roy DONOVAN and family have moved into the P.R. WELLS residence in the south
part of town. J.P. JENNINGS and family will occupy the residence vacated by
Mr. DONOVAN.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry JOHNSON of Royal and Miss Agnes BYGGERE of Spencer were
visitors at the THOMANN home Wednesday. Mr. JOHNSON was here attending a
joint meeting of the Clay and Palo Alto county fathers.
Daniel LARSON of Walnut township went ot St. Louis about ten days ago where
he will remain for some time. He had a sale a short time ago. Mrs. LARSON
died during the early part of the winter and he was forced to give up
farming.
The many friends of Mrs. K.O. GORDON will be pleased to learn that she is
now out of the Iowa City hospital. She is at present at Thompson, Iowa. She
is still quite weak, but is steadily gaining in strength. She was in the
hospital for five weeks.
Paul SCHANEY will build a house, barn, hog house, and chicken house, and
will make other substantial improvements on his 60 acre farm just south of
this city. He will begin work on them early in the spring. He intends moving
onto the place next fall.
J.L. BOWERS, who shot one of his companions while playing a game of cards at
Mason City one Sunday morning a few weeks ago, has been indicted for assault
with intent to commit great bodily injury. During the past year, Paris has
had fifteen murders, London twelve and Mason City eight.
Mrs. C.G. WORLEY [Mary FINN] of Rowley arrived in Emmetsburg Thursday
morning to attend the funeral of John JOYNT. She made her home during her
childhood with Mr. and Mrs. JOYNT. Mr. WORLEY is the Rock Island station
agent at Rowley. He was formerly a resident of Emmetsburg.
Joseph LEUER was up from Mallard Wednesday. He came to meet Mr. and Mrs.
John KOELLER and family of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, who recently arrived to
spend some time with relatives in this county. Mr. KOELLER owns a fine half
section farm close to Moose Jaw. He has done exceptionally well since moving
to that locality.
Dr. R.J. NESTOR came up from Waterloo Thursday morning to see his uncle,
John JOYNT, but the old gentleman had passed away before he arrived. He
could not remain long enough to attend the funeral. He has a fine practice
at Waterloo and holds front rank among the leading physicians of the city.
Our many local citizens will, we are confident, be pleased to learn of his
professional license.
Dr. M.F. JOYNT came up from Jessup, Buchanan county, Thursday morning to
visit his uncle, John JOYNT, but he came too late to see him alive, as Mr.
JOYNT had died the previous evening. Dr. JOYNT has been practicing in Jessup
for several years. He reports that he has a good field and that he is having
a very satisfactory patronage. He was one of the most diligent students who
ever attended our local high school and he has since made his opportunities
count.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
28 Feb 1912
Petit Jurors for May Term
The following named parties will serve as petit jurors in the March term of
court.
Dorweller, Joe-West Bend
Christiansen, Chas.-Ruthven
Osterbus, J.F.-Ruthven
Herrick, Chas.-Mallard
Johnson, C.O. -Cylinder
Dreosch, Andie-Rodman
Sanders, Glen-Plover
Gates, A.E.-Ayrshire
Baldwin, T.A.-Emmetsburg
Lugeland, John J-Cylinder
Haman, C.L.-Laurens
Watson, Dave-West Bend
Nelson, Will-Graettinger
Schmidt, Wm.-Ayrshire
Olson, C.O.-Ruthven
Draman, Geo.-Mallard
Wilcox, Arthur-Curlew
Wegoner, Robert-Whittemore
Pierce, W.E.-Graettinger
Huthinson, L.A.-Ayrshire
Hamilton, Fred-Cylinder
Duffy, John A-Emmetsburg
Christenson, L.C.-Emmetsburg
Kirby, T.J.-Emmetsburg
Fisher, Geo.-West Bend
Andrews, O.E.-Emmetsburg
Hubbard, H.D.-Emmetsburg
Eaton, Robert-Ruthven
Myers, C.G.-Ruthven
Wilcox, D.M.-Emmetsburg
Catholic Bazaar at Graettinger
The ladies of the Catholic church of Graettinger held their annual bazaar
February 14 in the elegant new opera house at that place. Dinner and supper
were served in the basement of the building. Following is the program that
was rendered during the afternoon:
Welcome, Emmet Lambe
Piano Solo, Miss Theresa Montgomery
A comedy entitled " A Proposal Under Difficulties," was then
presented.
Reading, Mrs. L.E. Crim
Song, Alice Wildey, Esther Larsen, and Mary Donlon.
Piano Solo, Gertrude Mahan
In the evening a dance was given. St. Mary's orchestra furnished the music.
The net proceeds of the day's doings amounted to nearly $250.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
13 Mar 1912
SKOW-ASHMORE
Mr. James N. SKOW , the second oldest son of Mrs. and Mrs. N. SKOW of
Graettinger, and Miss Mirtie B. ASHMORE of Lake Park, were united in
marriage at the M.E. parsonage at that place Monday., March 11, Rev. GERKINS
officiating. The young couple are at present visiting the groom's parents at
Graettinger. They will make their future home on a farm near Lake Park.
The bride is said to be one of the estimable young ladies of Lake Park and
is, we understand, deservedly popular among those who know her. The groom is
energetic, industrious, frugal and upright. He is a member of one of the
pioneer families of our county. Scores of local friends who join with the
Democrat in extending hearty good wishes to him and his worthy bride.
THE SCHOOL ELECTION
J.H. KNOBLAUCH and C.J. BERGER Chosen Directors
The school caucus held at the Court House Friday evening was very largely
attended. There were perhaps 200 voters present. There had apparently been
some quiet, effective work done in getting out so many. T.J. DUFFY was
chosen chairman and L.H. MAYNE secretary. Mr. HOELZNER nominated J.H.
KNOBLAUCH for director and John DOOLEY suggested the name of C.J. BERGER.
There were no other nominations, and the gentlemen named were, by
acclamation, declared the choice of the gathering. Robert LAUGHLIN was
nominated for school treasurer, L.H. MAYNE and W.I. BRANAGAN were appointed
to call the school caucus next year, after which the meeting adjourned.
The election was held Monday. During hte forenoon it was learned that there
was an independent candidate, although there was not a very spirited
contest. Only 175 votes were cast. The result showed 154 for Mr. BERGER, 121
for Mr. KNOBLAUCH, 76 for Mr. GODDEN and a few scattering. Messrs. BERGER
and KNOBLAUCH were declared elected. Mr. LAUGHLIN had no opposition for
treasurer. The proposition to sell the old site of the East Side school
building carried by a large majority.
THORESON-BONSTEAD
Mr. Albert THORESON and Miss Edith BONSTEAD of Lost Island township were
united in marriage at the Norwegian Lutheran church Wednesday, March 6. The
brief ceremony that united the young people for life was performed by the
pastor, Rev. S.O. SANDE. Messrs. John and Gerald THORESON acted as
groomsmen. The bride was attended by Misses Dora BONDHUS and Mable THORESON.
A wedding dinner was served at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs. Theo.
THORESON. Mr. and Mrs. THORESON will immediately begin housekeeping on a
farm in Lost Island township. The Democrat extends hearty congratulations to
this estimable young couple.
Mrs. Thomas CONLON is reported quite ill.
Lot LAUGHLIN, Jr. arrived from Oklahoma last evening for a short visit with
his parents and other relatives.
Frank KELLY was called ot Colfax the last of the week by the death of his
mother. The funeral was held at Hartley Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. KELLY has the
sympathy of our many citizens in their bereavement.
Capt. J.E. WILLIAMS of Mason City was in Emmetsburg Saturday night attending
a meeting of the local Elks.
Edward TAYLOR of Curlew was an Emmetsburg visitor Tuesday.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
Wednesday, Mar 20, 1912
COUNTY CORRESPONDENCE
West Bend
Mr and Mrs J.P. WALKER of near Whittemore were visiting relatives in town
Friday.
G.G. SCHRIEBER has his poultry house raised prepartory to building a
basement addition.
Guy RICH and family have moved to Ft. Dodge. We understand that Mr RICH will
continue in business here in connection with Mr. McFARLAND.
At the school election held recently H.M. MANTZ and G.A. IVEY were elected
directors and Clyde BOURETT treasurer. There was quite a spirited contest
for the office of treasurer.
L.P. HARRISON of Minneapolis, Edward KUNZ of Wesley, nad W.I. MEAGHER of St.
Paul were in town the greater part of the week on business.
Mrs. John COBB was quite sick the last of the week.
The teachers' meeting at the High School building Saturday was a success in
every way. Many teachers of the county were present. Supt. Lillie PATTON of
Emmetsburg and one of the instructors from Highland Park college were in
attendance.
Mrs. Michael TILGES died at her home in the north part of town, Wednesday,
March 18. Mr and Mrs. TILGES came to this cty from the St. Joe neighborhood
several years ago. When reaching here they purchased a fine residence. Mrs.
TILGES was a highly respected woman. Her death came as a surprise to all.
The funeral was held Friday. The interment was in the parochial cemetery at
St. Joe.
Wm. D. POWERS died at his home near this city a few days ago. He was 84
years of age. He was familiarly known as "Uncle Billy" and was one of
the
original settlers of our county, coming here in the early fifties. He was a
son-in-law of Allen CARTER, Sr. He spent several years in the regular army
and was an old soldier of the rebellion. He had a kind disposition and a big
heart. He has many friends who will regret his death.
Curlew
CULLEN & FISK shipped two cars of stock Saturday.
Omro COTTINGTON is taking osteopath treatment at Boone.
Joel TAYLOR of Algona is visiting at the WARD and TAYLOR homes.
Miss Nellie EASTON returned to her school duties Monday, after a week at
home.
Mrs. V.W. FISK and son Avery are visiting at the M.BRENNAN home in Des
Moines
Marie BLEY returned to Mallard last week after a few days visit with Mrs.H.
BUTCHER.
Mrs. J.P. HUNTER left for Eldora Saturday. Her motehr, who is 83 years of
age, is ailing.
Ivis WHITMER, returned with her father from Des Moines. She will not resume
her studies there.
Walter FERGUSON and friend came up from Valley Junction Saturday to spend
Sunday at the parental home.
Winnie TRESSLER, who finished her course in music at Highland Park, has
resumed her class in music here.
Jack GRIFFIN came up from Mooreland Saturday for an over Sunday visit. He is
section foreman at that place.
Cylinder
A.H. GARD of Graettinger was here Monday.
Rose JACOBSEN returned to Graettinger Monday.
Geo. KLIEGL went to Waterloo Sunday evening.
Mrs. W.C. SMITH of Mildord is visiting at the E.W. REID home.
Mrs. Ralph BUTLER spent the past week with her parents at Dolliver.
Margaret WELSH of Algona visited at the Wm DURANT home the latter part of
the week.
Art DOWD went to Sanborn Sunday to begin his work with the Milwaukee repair
crew.
Mr and Mrs SELBERG will give a musical concert at the M.E. Church Friday
evening. Admission 25c. These people come very highly recommended. Everybody
come.
Saturday afternoon there was a most enjoyable party at the home of Mrs. Geo
OLSEN in honor of Miss Inez 13th birthday adn Master Russell's 8th birthday.
Elegant refreshments were served.
Mallard.
Wm. MULRONEY of Nevada Twp spent Monday in town.
Chas. KRIEG has a nice new line of buggies for sale which he will handle
this summer along with Ford autos.
Adam SCHAUBECHER is expected home this week from Germany
Mrs. NAMER, Sr, who has been very sick, is improving.
Chas. CARMICHAEL fell from his hay mow and broke some of his ribs last week
but is now able to be out again.
Born, to Mr and Mrs Fred WELLS, March 17th, a son.
Mrs. Wm BARRETT returned Friday from Kansas City, where she visited her
sister, Mrs. WILLIAMS.
Mrs. Chas. KRIEG injured her ankle last week and is unable to be around.
Geo. PETERS, Hans ROLLA and Mr. BUCK went to Ft. Dodge Saturday to purchase
a threshing outfit.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
Wednesday, April 17, 1912
Hon. D.E. Kulp was up from West Bend
Wednesday attending the republican convention.
Monday morning the Knights of Columbus had a requiem mass at
Assumption church for the late E.P. McEvoy.
J.H. Chartlon, who was one of the leading business men of
Rolfe for thirty years, died a few days ago of apoplexy.
The Journal says that Noah Falls of West Bend has
accepted a position in a department store at Webster City. He formerly worked in
this office.
John Dooley reports that he cut 400 tons of hay last season
on the land that he hand rented southwest of Lost Island lake. He managed to
save all of it from the spring's floods. He is now marketing some of it for $20
per ton.
Geo. Crook was up from Rodman Friday evening. He intended
leaving for Winthrop, Arkansas, where he will make his future home. He recently
bought a farm a mile from that place. He was born in Fern Valley township and of
course is reluctant about leaving his many old friends and neighbors. The
Democrat wishes Mr. and Mrs. Crook and family health, happiness and prosperity
in their new home.
Mr. and Mrs. Mack Groves of Estherville are home form
the South after an absence of some time.
Editor Nicholas of the Estherville Vindicator and Republican
has been laid up for some time with rheumatism.
Hon. P.A. Mullen of Fort Dodge is a candidate for district
delegate to the republican national convention at Chicago.
We notice that Father Dobberstein of West Bend is visiting
relatives in western Canada. He will remain a couple of weeks.
Prof. Agnus McDonald has been retained as superintendent of
the Spirit Lake public schools. He receives $1,500 per year.
W.H. Annett, who published the Spencer News for several
years, has bought the Tribune at Buffalo Center, Kossuth county. He spent some
time in Idaho.
The coroners' jury in the case of Robert McGannaghan, who was
killed by a Milwaukee freight train at Sanborn a few evenings ago, held that his
death was due to a defective brake on one of the cars. If so the company is in
for a big damage suit.
J.T. Maguire of Ayrshire was an Emmetsburg visitor Thursday.
He was on his way home from Minnesota where he had been for a several days. He
attended the Senator Kenyon meeting at the Court House Thursday. He reports the
farmers of Minnesota pretty well along with their spring's work.
Mrs. John Early visited her daughters at Rock Rapids several
days last week.
Mrs. C.G. Thyle is in a sanitorium at Prairie du Chien,
Wisconsin, taking treatment.
Mr. Gilmore has been retained as the superintendent of the
Mason City schools for the ensuing year. His salary has been increased from
$2,200 to $2,500.
Capt. E.B. Soper mourns the death of his sister, Mrs. J.W.
Ridley, who passed away at Estherville a few days ago. he was absent in the
South when she died. She settled in Emmett county at an early day. Her husband
died 23 years ago.
E.B. Soper, Jr., left for Woonsocket,
South Dakota, Friday morning to look after business interests. He is president
of the First National bank of that place. He will retain his position although
he will reside in this city and will, of course, spend most of his time here.
Thursday morning Dr. T. S. Waud and J.W. Bergorf of
Swea City, Kossuth county, were badly injured by the explosion of a soda
fountain while they were charging it. Mr. Bergorf had one of his legs broken.
Soda fountains are occasionally as dangerous as a bucking auto.
A few nights ago A.C. Hageman, a Rock Island operator
at Laurens, skipped out taking with him $50 in cash belonging to the company,
several tickets and mileage books, and a case of beer. He was an extra man who
was sent to relieve the regular agent, Ray Shoemaker.
Editor Cookinham came over from Ayrshire Wednesday to
take in the convention. He is looking sleek, fat, and hearty. He says it must
have been some other "Cook" who lost a pocketbook in Emmetsburg about
ten days ago. He seemed to be well supplied with green goods. He did not act
like a fellow who felt poor. C.H. is all right.
A.W. Wagner is arranging to build a barn on one of his
farms in Great Oak township. W.H. Walsh will do the work for him.
Thursday Walter G. Middleton's big team broke loose and
ran two miles. They did not break anything and were not injured.
Edward McNally of Rock Rapids visited his parents, Mr.
and Mrs. John McNally of this place several days during the past week.
John D. McCarty left for Des Moines Friday to visit his
daughter, Mrs. O.O. Williams. He intends spending some time at Colfax. His
health has not been good for some time and he hopes that the change will benefit
him.
R.G. Nolan was up from Oelwein Friday and visited local
relatives for a few days. Mrs. Nolan had been here for some time. Mr. Nolan
informs us that he has sold his business at Oelwein. He has not yet made any
other arrangements for the future.
John P. Metz has given up his position in the R.G. Dunn
Agent office at St. Paul. He has engaged in the real estate, loaning and
insurance business. His office is located in the Merriam Park bank building in
that city.
Ewart Saunders has now a good position with the Gas
Construction company a short distance from Calgary, Alberta. He likes the work
and thinks there are great opportunities in western Canada for young men. He has
been attending the Chicago University.
Clem McNally has been home from Kansas City during the
past ten days visiting his parents. He reports that Kansas City has the worst
newspaper war in its history. The opposing firms have had brass bands parading
the streets in their interests. Such wars are usually pretty serious affairs
although they very seldom result in bloodshed.
S.A. Smith of Lost Island township was in Emmetsburg
Wednesday. He intends leaving next week for the Rosebud reservation in South
Dakota. He drew a quarter section last fall but has not yet selected it. He may
spend the summer in South Dakota although he has not yet made any definite
arrangements to do so. He has rented his farm in Lost Island township.
H.F. Fish of Terril, brother of A.M. and H.H. Fish of
this place, died last Wednesday. The funeral was held at Spencer Saturday. Mr.
Fish had been ill for some time with consumption. Mrs. Fish died a number of
years ago. He is survived by three full grown children. He was about fifty years
of age. The Messrs. Fish have the sympathy of their numerous citizens in their
sorrow.
Cattle Pastured.
I have rented the Ed McNally farm west of Emmetsburg
and will take in cattle for pasture. They will be called for and delivered as
heretofore. Please phone me or leave word with Edward McNally---Elmer Benson.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
1 May 1912
Local Happenings
Mr. and Mrs. COLBURN of Ruthven were Rolfe visitors last week.
Beef was the highest in New York last week that it had been in twenty years.
Mr. MOLISON of Graettinger has bought the auto of Dr. BARNEY of Estherville.
Miss McKENNA of Park Rapids, Minnesota, is the guest of Miss Margaret
MULRONEY.
Two Britt druggists have been indicted for selling intoxicating liquors
contrary to law.
Do not fail to hear Father DOUGHERTY ata the K.C. hall next Sunday evening.
Admission free.
Mrs. FAIRBACK of St. Louis is visiting her sister, Mrs. Thomas McBRIDE and
other local relatives.
John BRENNAN, son of Marshal BRENNAN, is now a member of the police force in
San Francisco.
Edward McNALLY, son of Mr. and Mrs. John McNALLY has secured a position with
Sconberg & Kilgore of Estherville.
Roy BARTLEMAN was in Emmetsburg Thursday evening. He has been playing first
violin in one of the MOORE orchestras for some time.
A.B. CARTER has almost decided to become a resident of Emmetsburg. He finds
it inconvenient to come so far to attend to his office work.
The GUNDERSON farm near Wallingford was destroyed by lightning a few nights
ago. The renter, Mr. MONSEKA, lost his horses, cattle, and hay. The total
loss is $1,500.
The big ice house at Clear Lake was destroyed by fire a few days ago. Loss
$10,000. The building was insured for $5,000 and the ice, singular as it may
seem, for $3,000.
Mr. and Mrs. LEACH have given a small tract of land to the Congregational
church at Spencer to be used as a play ground. This is thoughtful and
generous on their part.
Dr. McGREGOR left for Des Moines last evening to attend the Iowa State
Dental association.
The Chronicle of Fort Dodge reports that P.O. MALIA, of Ayrshire, was a
business visitor at that place Wednesday.
Several parties put in phones during the past week. The new terms are so
reasonable that several have taken advantage of them. Every one who can
afford the price should have one.
Father COSTELLO was up from Livermore Friday evening. He left on the south
bound train on the Rock Island where he delivered a short address at an
entertainment given under the auspices of the Sisters' school.
Father CONWAY was the guest of Father DOBBERSTEIN of West Bend Wednesday. He
reports that Father DOBBERSTEIN is setting out 150 trees on Sts. Peter and
Paul park this spring. He is making it one of the beauty spots of Iowa.
Prof. SUNDERLAIN formerly of New Hampton now of Garner has been elected
superintendent of the Estherville public schools. Prof. REHN will retire
from school work and engage in business at Estherville. He taught in Ruthven
before going to Estherville.
Attorney S.E. McMAHON of Algona has been secured by Supt. McCOMB and the
Emmetsburg board of education to deliver an address at the graduating
exercises. Mr. McMAHON is one of the real orators of Iowa. He will deliver
an address that will be well worth hearing.
I.T. CARTER left for Des Moines Friday. From there he will go to Chicago to
make arrangements for the manufacture of the new knife that he has invented
for skinning cattle and horses. It is a very convenient little tool. Mr.
Carter has every confidence that it will make him money.
Mr. and Mrs. John McBRIDE were Emmetsburg visitors Thursday.
Miss Grace NOLAN of Ruthven, who is teaching at Estherville, has been
elected for another year.
F.L. WILTSE arrived home from Excelsior springs Tuesday of last week. He is
satisfied that the trip benefited him.
Geo. THEILE of Everly died in the Sheldon hospital a few days ago after
undergoing an operation for appendicitis.
The Rock Island comapny has left Foreman COLLINS only one section man for
the spring and summer. A railroad bed can not be kept in proper condition
without sufficient help.
Mr. McCARD of Spencer is one of the Eleventh district delegates to the
national republican convention at Chicago. He is not a TAFT man.
Mr. and Mrs. T.F. LOWE of Mallard visited Mr. and Mrs. J.P. DOWNS of this
place Wednesday and Thursday. Mrs. LOWE is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. DOWNS.
Patrick HOWE, who was the Rock Island road master for several years is a
candidate for the republican nomination for supervisor in the Estherville
district.
Ray McNALLY, who was called home by his mother's sickness and death,
returned to Garner the last of the week. he has charge of A.E. LIEN's drug
store at that place.
Dr. Daniel PEARSONS, an uncle of Mrs. J.P. DOLLIVER, recently died in
Chicago. He was once worth several million dollars but he died penniless. He
left practically all of his money to educational institutions. He ws nearly
95 when he passed away. He frequently expressed the wish that he would live
to be a centenarian.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
12 June 1912
CYLINDER SAVINGS BANK ROBBED
Safe Blowers Secure About $1,000 in Friday Night's Robbery.
Use Seven Charges of Nitro-Glycerine.
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ALEX CULLEN CAPTURES TWO
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Sheriff and Deputy Clearly Outwitted Two of the Robbers and Land Them Safely
in County Jail
Quite a sensation was caused in this county Saturday morning by the news
that the Cylinder Savings bank had been robbed by safe blowers, who secured
about $1,000 in cash and had made good their escape. Sheriff CULLEN was
called by 'phone about 2 o'clock Saturday morning. In company with Deputy
McNALLY, Dan. HICKEY and Glenn BROWN they immediately started for Cylinder,
by auto, making the trip in a little over ten minutes. After turning on the
road south leading into the town they shut off the lights on the auto. They
were informed by citizens that the robbers were still in the bank. Sheriff
CULLEN placed a guard in the rear of the building and he started through the
front window. However, no trace of them could be found. No one saw them
enter the bank or leave it. The sheriff and his party traveled through the
country for several hours but could not find any clew [sic] as to the
whereabouts of the safe blowers. Entrance to the bank was made through a
window in the rear of the building. Seven charges of nitro-glycerine were
used before the money could be secured. The safe and the front of the
building was blown to pieces. Charles McCARTY, one of the citizens of
Cylinder, sat in a room in the hotel, about 30 or 40 feet from where the
safe blowers were at work. He saw two men working on the safe and one man
standing guard in front. It is his opinion that there were four men in the
gang. One may have been watching the rear entrance. Mr. McCARTY was too
frightened to make any attempt to scare the thieves away. We are informed he
had a loaded 44 revolver close at hand. The seven explosions aroused all the
citizens of the town, but no effort was made to stop the men at work in the
bank. Saturday Sheriff CULLEN spent most of the day in the timber along the
Des Moines river in the south part of the county, but no trace of the
thieves could be found. Sunday afternoon a telephone call was received here
that two suspicious looking men had stopped at the farm home of Peter
HEARRITY and had asked for something to eat. Sheriff CULLEN and Deputy
McNALLY immediately went out there. After leaving the HEARRITY home the men
were seen going west on a cross road. The sheriff took a hay road leading
across a field and got in ahead of the two men. The latter did not see the
auto until it came over a hill close to them. Mr. CULLEN jumped out of the
auto and covered the men with two revolvers, ordering them to throw up their
hands. They were a little slow abut doing it and the sheriff shot close to
the head of the older one of the two. He immediately dropped to the ground
as if wounded. The younger man surrendered. The man on the ground put up one
hand, but kept the other on the ground. Mr. CULLEN ordered him to put up
both hands or to suffer the consequences. He finally yielded. When he stood
up it was seen that the hand that rested on the ground was clasping an ugly
looking revolver. They were immediately searched and taken to the county
jail. They had about $326 in silver, gold and paper money with them. They
admitted robbing the bank. They said that the night of the robbery they saw
the sheriff and his party turning off the lights on the auto some distance
to the north of Cylinder. They also said that the sheriff was within a mile
of them Saturday. They were hiding in the timber near the Geo. CROOK farm.
When night fell the two men that were captured started west, the other two
going south. It appears that they had some kind of a quarrel over the
division of the money. The men that started west got lost on the prairie and
when morning came they were practically at the same place from where they
started. They were hungry and stopped at the HEARRITY home and asked for
something to eat, offering to pay for it.
One man gave his name as Jim GLEASON. He is five feet, nine inches tall and
weighs 140 pounds. The name of the other is Frank COLLINS. He is six feet
tall and weighs 190 pounds. He is about 47 years of age. He has a slight
scar on the right cheek and one hand is partly crippled. GLEASON is about 21
years old.
A detective from the BURNS agency is here working on the case but he was not
with the sheriff when the two robbers were captured. So far no trace of the
other two members of the gang can be found. They may, however, be
apprehended in a day or two.
TOWN TOPICS OF A WEEK
W.J. O'BRIEN was over from Whittemore Friday.
Fred SPIES of Graettinger has purchased a new automobile.
John RUPPERT drove up from Mallard in his auto Wednesday afternoon.
Mr. WILLIAMS of Hawarden was the guest of W.E. LOSEY of this city Wednesday.
Mrs. Dora DOWD and sister Miss Ellen PUGSLEY, were over from Cylinder
Thursday.
W.J. LULL of Fenton has secured the contract for the erection of the new
opera house at Ringstead.
P.F. LITTLETON was over from Cylinder Wednesday evening attending the bazaar
at the Armory.
Mrs. C.S. WELLS of Walnut township is visiting her sister, Mrs. McFARLAND at
Whitewater, Wisconsin.
J.E. WILLIAMS was over from Mason City Sunday visiting local relatives and
friends. He was also interested in the trimming Mason City gave Emmetsburg
at the ball park in the afternoon.
Miss Effie SMITH of West Bend was an Emmetsburg visitor Monday.
A ten pound son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. O'BRIEN Monday.
Miss Mildred DALEY arrived from Cedar Falls Monday for her summer's
vacation.
Mr. Herman BOETTCHER and Miss Emma DREYER will be married at Fenton
tomorrow.
Mrs. Alice KOHL of Minneapolis is visiting Mrs. John McNALLY and other local
relatives.
Ed BERRIER of Curlew had one of his eyes quite badly injured Sunday by being
hit with a piece of steel.
Mrs. W.E. DUNKELBARGER of Rock Rapids, arrived in Emmetsburg Thursday for a
visit with local relatives.
Mrs. H.D. CLARK of Colony, Kansas arrived this morning for a visit with her
parents, Mr. and Mrs. John McNALLY.
Mrs. B. BRADLEY [Mary QUINN] left Sunday evening for Milwaukee to attend the
funeral of her sister. Mrs. BRADLEY was accompanied by her daughter, Mrs.
John [Margaret Jane] BRENNAN.
A birthday party was held at the home of Major and Mrs. S.W. SMITH a few
evenings ago in honor of their daughter, Miss Eleanor. A good time was
enjoyed by those present.
Major and Mrs. S.W. SMITH went to Mason City Monday evening to attend a
Department Encampment. Mrs. SMITH was selected as one of the color bearers
in the exemplification exercises of the W.R.C.
Mrs and Mr. Joseph P. JOYCE have been enjoying an outing in the vicinity of
Pine City, Minnesota. There is an abundance of fish in the lakes of that
vicinity and it is needless to say that J.P. caught a few of them.
A reception was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.P. CROWLEY Friday
afternoon in honor of Mrs. Wm. O'CONNELL of Redfield, South Dakota. A number
of the old neighbors and acquaintances of Mr. O'CONNELL were in attendance.
An enjoyable afternoon was spent.
Mr and Mrs. Dwight McCARTY left for Grinell Monday to be present at the
annual commencement exercises. Mr. McCARTY will also be initiated into the
order of the Phi Beta Kappa. This is a national honor society.
W.H. MORLING left for Burlington yesterday.
Dennis Martin of Ayrshire is visiting local relatives.
M.W. FANDEL was over from Whittemore Tuesday.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. A. TROTTER Monday.
Mrs. F.H. FORDYCE is visiting local relatives at Washington, Iowa.
Miss Nellie CARMODY left for Keokuk, Iowa, Sunday evening.
Martin BRENNAN will graduate from Marquette university June 21.
Miss Leah CAMERON is enjoying a visit from her sister from St. Paul.
Mr. IRVINE and John YOUNG were Chicago visitors the first of the week.
Mr. and Mrs. P. MILLER's daughter, who has been visiting them, returned to
Chicago Saturday evening.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
19 June 1912
BANK ROBBERS SENTENCED
Judge COYLE Gives Them Ten Years Each in Penitentiary
The two bank robbers who gave their names as Frank COLLINS and Jimmie
GLEASON, appeared before Justice DUFFY Wednesday forenoon. They waived
examination although they were willing to plead guilty. They were informed
by County Attorney BURT that it would be best for them to make their plea
before Judge COYLE, as court was in session at that time. In the evening
they were arraigned in court under the new statute which allows criminals to
plead guilty and be sentenced for offenses without being indicted by the
grand jury. The Judge asked them if either of them desired the services of
an attorney as all who are charged with a crime are entitled to this
privilege. They told him that they did not care for a lawyer. He then asked
them if they wished to make any plea to the charge against them for the
robbery of the Cylinder Savings bank. GLEASON, the younger of the two,
replied that they both wished to plead guilty. Judge COYLE next asked them
if they wished to make any reference to the motives that prompted them in
the commission of the crime. GLEASON said that they did not care to make any
explanations and gave his honor to understand that they were prepared to
take their medicine, as they would not have any pull on the outside to
assist them. Judge COYLE then enquired if they wished to make any reference
to their past record as such information might, in the future, be of service
to them, should they ask the board of parole to take up their cases. GLEASON
stated that their records were against them. He thanked the Judge for his
kindness and interest in them, but gave him to understand that the realized
it was hopeless for them to offer anything in extenuation of their actions
in committing the offense with which they were charged. The Judge finally
pronounced sentence on them imposing a penalty of then years each at hard
labor in the Ft. Madison penitentiary. The prisoners were apparently the
coolest men in the court room. Both are undoubtedly hardened criminals. They
were taken to Ft. Madison Friday evening by Sheriff CULLEN, assisted by W.H.
CROWLEY and James AYLWARD.
CURLEW
Melvin Fisk left Wednesday with his trotters for Sac
City.
Mrs. Dr. Adams and son James of Wesley visited at the
J.W. Ferguson home last week.
Chris Breckler and son Bill and daughter Erine, were
Humboldt visitors Tuesday. They were called there by the illness of Mrs. Ora
Morgan.
Mrs. G.P. McBride entertained the Ladies Aid Thursday.
Willie Bley was laid to rest in the cemetery south of
town Thursday.
Blanch Christesen returned home Sunday evening. She was
called there by the illness of her mother.
John Coakley, Sr., is employed in the meat market for
the summer.
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John Conlon, Jr., of Watertown, Sough Dakota, has been
visiting friends in this city during the past ten days.
Prof. Harry O'Neill has gone to Cedar Falls to attend
the Iowa State Teachers' college during the summer term.
Mrs. M.W. Joynt arrived home from West Bend Wednesday.
She had been visiting her mother, Mrs. Felhauer.
Lloyd White arrived home from Iowa City Saturday
morning. He was a student at the State University of Iowa during the past year.
Dr. Robert Joynt of LeMars spent Sunday with Emmetsburg
relatives and friends. He came to participate in the K.C. doings. He enjoys a
good practice at that place.
Cards are out announcing the coming marriage of Mr.
William F. Eagan and Miss Josephine Marie Sherlock, which will take place at the
Sacred Heart church at Ayrshire Monday, June 24.
Vincent Riordan of Charles city was the guest of
Emmetsburg friends over Sunday. He was a student at St. Joseph's college during
the past year. He was a member of the K.C. class Sunday afternoon.
Miss Imelda McGovern of Whittemore spent Monday evening
with Emmetsburg friends. She recently returned from Dubuque where she graduated
from Mt. St. Joseph college. Her many local friends congratulate her on her
graduation.
Wm. Coonan, Jr., graduated from the academic department
of St. Joseph's college at Dubuque last Wednesday. His mother and his sister
Madeline were present to witness his graduation. The Democrat congratulates him
and hopes that he will take up a higher course in some institution of learning.
He was a member of the veted choir while attending college.
Thursday afternoon Mrs. Walter G. Middleton gave a
miscellaneous shower for Misses Alice Brugg and Dell Bowden. There were 24 young
ladies in attendance. The guests hemmed some dusting cloths during the
afternoon. A two course luncheon was served in the evening. Misses Bragg and
Bwoden were the recipients of many presents from kitchen utensils to silverware.
R.J. Dooley arrived in this city from Waurika,
Oklahoma, a few days ago, accompanied by his mother. He will remain for a short
time. Crops were rather light in southern Oklahoma last year, but they promise
to be good this season. Waurkia is more than holding its own. P.F. Dawson has
invested in some more property at that place. He has apparently confidence in
its future.
Thomas Murray Married.
Mr. Thomas A. Murray and Mrs. Frances Murray were
united in marriage at St. Thomas church Tuesday morning. Mrs. Rose McNamara,
sister of the groom, was bridesmaid, and Mr. E.F. Murray was best man. Mr. and
Mrs. Murray will, we understand, make their future home in Emmetsburg. The
Democrat wishes them many years of health and happiness.
L.E. Feckner Taken to Penitentiary
L.E. Feckner was taken to Des Moines Tuesday by Sheriff
Cullen to appear before the state board of parole, but his application was
denied. He was immediately taken to the penitentiary. When George Goemans was
brought back to Emmetsburg from Anamosa for he Antel trial, the prison
authorities did not believe that Feckner would be paroled. It appears that he
had trouble before he came to Graettinger.
Great Western Company Settles With Mrs. Mayer
Mrs. Mayer of Humboldt county, whose husband was killed
by the Great Western train at Ft. Dodge a year or two ago, while he and another
party were coming home in an auto, has finally settled with the company for
$3,050. She sued for a large amount soon after the accident. The case was tried
in federal court and she was defeated. She brought another action in the
district court and the company came to terms.
Death of Willie Bley
Monday, of last week, at 12:30, the friends and
neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bley were pained to learn of the sudden death of
their son, William Bley. He was taken ill with pneumonia the Thursday before.
All that loving hearts could suggest was done to relieve him and restore him to
health but without success. God knows what is best for all of us. His will, not
ours, is done. After four days of suffering, Willie passed away to his heavenly
home. The funeral was held Thursday at 10 a.m. Rev. Snidker of Mallard was
officiating clergyman. The burial was in the cemetery near Curlew. There was a
large attendance of old friends and neighbors of the family.
Graduation from St. Mary's
Commencement Exercises Held Thursday Evening.
The St. Mary Academy commencement exercises, held at
the Iowa Thursday evening, were largely attended. The program was a most
creditable one and it was rendered in a manner that was pleasing as well as
edifying to the large audience. The state was beautifully decorated with large
bouquets of yellow roses and peonies.
The various musical numbers consisting of the opening
chorus and the several instrumental and vocal selections showed taste in
choosing and they were well executed. All present appreciated them highly.
The number, "Hide Behind the Door When Papa
Comes" by the minims, and "The Magnolia of Tennessee" by the
small boys, were decidedly popular with the audience. Such selections add
greatly to the pleasing effect of an evening's program. It takes pains and
patience to prepare so many little children for work that is so exacting, but
the good Sisters are unusually equal to any demand that may be made on them in
this line.
The class greeting was given by Miss Mary Neary, the
class poem, "Arcady" by Miss Mary O'Brien, and a satire on "The
Suffragette," by Miss Mary Dunigan. They were comparatively short, but they
were good and they were all delivered with distinctness and self possession. We
are sure that all present enjoyed the "Dance of the Sunbeams" by a
number of small girls, the "Star Spangled Banner" which was given with
spectacular and impressive effect by the intermediate class of girls, the
"Harvest of Wisdom" and the club drill by the Eighth grade girls.
At the close of exercises diplomas for the completion
of the four years' high school course were awarded to Misses Mary Dunnigan, Mary
Neary and Mary O'Brien.
Certificates in Eighth grade were awarded to Eugene
Carney, Shermare Deneen, John Gallager, John Hanifan, Edmond Higgins, Sylvester
Hand, Ora Bough, Catherine Corcoran, Margaret Carney, Helen Duhigg, Margaret
Eagain, Loretta Flemming, Clarisse Lynch, Vera McNally, Loretta McNally and
Coletta Kelly.
Palmer certificates in penmanship were awarded to
Edmond Higgins, Catherine Corcoran, Margaret Carney and Lorena Neary.
The gold medal for Christian doctrine in the high
school, donated by the Ancient Order of Hibernians, was won by Miss Mary Neary.
Gold medal for excellence in high school donated by the
Knights of Columbus was merited by Miss Mary Neary.
The gold medal for application and deportment of
grades, the gift of the Knights of Columbus, was won by Carena Steil.
The $5 gold piece for essay on Irish history in the
Eighth grade, the gift of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, was won by Leo
McEvoy.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
26 June 1912
NEWS OF TWENTY YEARS AGO
A Few Items Taken From the Files of the Democrat of June 22, 1892
Will GODFREY of Britt is visiting Emmetsburg friends.
Mr. and Mrs. J.J. KNOER will move to Whittemore tomorrow.
Miss SOPER of this city will graduate from Cornell college today.
Miss A STONE will give a musical at Music hall Friday evening.
Twins were born to Mr. and Mrs. Wm. LONG of Ayrshire June 7.
Professor and Mrs. GEMMIL arrived home from the east Sunday evening.
Miss Kate HERLEY of Rockwell is visiting her brother George of this place.
Monday of last week was the warmest day ever reported in New York City.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank DEALY left for Chicago Monday to remain for several days.
Saturday evening the M.& St. L. passenger train was ditched near Livermore.
A.R. KENNY of West Bend served as U.S.grand juror at Ft. Dodge last week.
James EGAN is home from Highland Park where he had been attending school.
Miss CORCORAN of Wisconsin is visiting her sister, Mrs. Dennis FLYNN of this
place.
The old KENNEDY restaurant building has been moved on to a lot near the
standpipe.
Wm. HERLEY of St. Paul has been visiting friends in this city during the past
week.
CARNEY's string band will furnish the music for the Fourth of July dance at
JOYCE's hall.
J.C. JOHNSON of Ayrshire was thrown from his wagon a few days ago and badly
injured.
Michael EGAN will deliver the Fourth of July oration at the Fairfield township
celebration.
Supervisors McNALLY and STAFFORD are busy this week settling with the county
treasurer.
Mr. Joseph HANSON of Clay county and Miss Letta FOLGER were married in this city
Thursday.
Lumber is being hauled for the new Lutheran church in the north part of
Fairfield township.
CURRENT NEWS
Editor Peter JOHNSON of the Estherville Democrat was in Emmetsburg Monday. He
was on his way to attend the democratic national convention at Chicago.
Among the ladies who accompanied the Hibernian division to Des Moines last week
were Mesdames JOYCE, McEVOY, and McNULTY and the Misses KELLY, DOYLE, and
CORLEY.
Ruthven will celebrate July 4. B.E. KELLY of this place will be orator of he day
and the Juvenile Band will furnish the music. Brother TEED will be marshal of
the day.
T.L. CROSE, C.I. REIGARD, Dr. BACHMAN, W.A. CRISTY, F.H. TEED, and A.H. KELLER
will represent the republicans of this county in the state convention at Des
Moines June 29.
A triple wedding took place at the West Bend Catholic church one day last week.
The contracting parties were Joseph DORWEILER and Mary MILLER, Valentine MILLER
and Catherine DORWEILER, Gerland PUNKE nad Margaret DORWEILER.
The republicans of Kossuth county held a demonstration at Algona a few evenings
ago to ratify the nomination of Benjamin HARRISON for president. It is said that
most of those in attendance refused to enthuse. James G. BLAINE seems to the the
idol of western republicans.
DISSOLUTION NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the partnership between E.J. HIGGINS and E.M. CARNEY
under the firm name of the Higgins Pharmacy company, has been dissolved by
mutual consent. E.M. CARNEY retiring and E.J. HIGGINS continuing the business.
All accounts due to this firm must be settled promptly.
E.J. HIGGINS
E.M. CARNEY
Brick Laying and Mason Work
We, the undersigned, are prepared to do all kinds of mason work, brick laying,
etc. on short notice on short notice. Will work by day or take contracts. First
class work guaranteed. Julias A SKOW, Emmetsburg, Iowa.
WANTED- 6 yearling Holstein Bulls and a few heifers. D.H. GLENN.
Mrs. Fred ENGLER of Mitchell, South Dakota, recently visited
friends in this
city. She went to Whittemore Tuesday evening to spend some time with
relatives.
Rev. John McNAMARA of Key West has been appointed Catholic pastor at Iowa
Falls and Eldora as successor to Father CONVERY who has been transferred to
Charles City.
Miss Lulu WILCOX left for Denver Tuesday of last week where she will visit
her sister, Miss Alice WILCOX. From there she will go to Montana to spend
some time with friends.
Mr. and Mrs. P.V. NOLAN will leave early in July for Tacoma, Washington,
where they will visit relatives for a short time. From there they intend
going to California to remain until early next summer.
Farmer COFFIN of Fort Dodge recently gave a donation of $10,000 to the
Y.M.C.A. organization of his home town. He is quite a philanthropist, having
given generously to various charitable and other institutions during the
past thirty years of his life.
T.G. McDERMOTT, formerly of Kossuth county, is the democratic nominee for
county attorney in Cerro Gordo. He is an excellent lawyer and is a most
deserving gentleman. He has for several years enjoyed a good practice at
Mason City. The Democrat hopes to learn of his election.
The Democrat says that James CLAYTON of Estherville slipped and fell while
boarding a freight train a few days ago at Wacoma, Minnesota, and had his
left foot crushed under the wheels. He was taken to a hospital at
Minneapolis where he had his leg amputated just below the knee.
A few days ago Miss Myrtle SEIFERT of Rolfe was married to L.S. ANDERSON of
Fort Dodge four hours after she received the degree of B.A. from Morningside
college. She was apparently in a hurry. Most young ladies are when it comes
to taking advantage of matrimonal opportunities that they consider favorable
to them.
Mrs. R.M. J. McFARLAND, Sr., and her daughter, Mrs. BEDIER, have gone to
some point in Oklahoma, where they intend to make their future home. Mrs.
McFARLAND was one of the pioneer ladies of West Bend township...
Mrs. Wm. MOLLOY and Miss Ellen MOLLOY went to Dubuque Monday evening to
visit Miss Nellie BRENNAN, sister of Mrs. MOLLOY, who has been at that place
for some time.
Miss Lola OLIVER of Ruthven was an Emmetsburg visitor several days during
the past week. She came to meet Miss Laura LYNCH, who taught in the
Emmetsburg public schools last year.
B.F. McFARLAND of West Bend was a pleasant caller Thursday morning. He has
not been in Canada this spring though he gets good reports from that
section. Lands are, as a rule, increasing in value.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter G. MIDDLETON were at Bode Thursday evening. They took
Mr. and Mrs. Chester BRAGG and Mr. and Mrs. Guy R. CAMPBELL to meet the
south-bound Rock Island passenger at that place.
Mrs. and Mrs. George B. McCARTY, Mrs. and Mrs. W.J. BROWN, Mrs. and Mrs. Asa
BROWN, Mrs. T.W. HARRISON, Miss Mary HARRISON and Gaylord McCARTY are
spending the week at the McCarty cottage at Lake Okoboji.
Mrs. and Mrs.J.W. SHELBY passed through Emmetsburg Monday evening on their
way to Charles City to visit friends. Thy are still living at Mitchell,
South Dakota. Mr. Shelby reports that crops are excellent in sourthern South
Dakota and that business in general is very satisfactory.
Emmetsburg will shortly enjoy another musical treat. The ladies of Trinity
guild will shortly present a beautiful operetta under the direction of Miss
Winnie WILMERS. Miss WILMERS will have charge of the training of the
children and the preparation of the operetta. A delightful evening is
assured. The date will be given later.
Mrs. M.F. KERWICK arrived home from Sioux City Monday evening, having spent
several weeks in St. John's hospital at that place, where she underwent a
surgical operation. It was performed by Dr. JEPPESON, the well known
specialist. Although she is somewhat reduced in flesh, she feels quite
strong and is greatly encouraged. Her many friends are pleased to have her
back in Emmetsburg again and to know that she is steadily improving.
A.L. SPROUT arrived home from Chokio, Minnesota, Saturday. He owns a large
farm in that locality. He spent several days fishing with his son, Jess
SPROUT, and Mr. MOSSNESS, who live near Rothsay. Mr. SPROUT says that land
seekers are very numerous in Stevens county. One firm sold 2,100 acres of
real estate in that county last week. Values have increased from $10 to $15
per acre during the past year or two. At Benson he noticed six autoes filled
with real estate buyers. Crops are looking fine in southwestern Minnesota.
The barn and corn crib on the MOSHER farm on section 8, Great Oak township,
was destroyed by fire Monday forenoon. The origin of the blaze in unknown.
The barn was insured but we understand the policy did not cover the corn
crib. Mr. MOSHER will rebuild at once.
W.P. REINDERS was up from Mallard Monday afternoon.
Mrs. E.J. BRADLEY of Ruthven visited Emmesburg relatives yesterday.
Dr. McGRUDER and Dr. MACLEAN were West Bend visitors Monday evening.
Mrs. J.J. MARTIN of Ayrshire visited her mother and sister in this city
Monday.
P.J. CLAER and Mrs. Thomas CLAER of Ayrshire were Emmetsburg visitors
yesterday.
Misses Julia DRUMMY and Alice BRENNAN spent Monday evening with friends at
West Bend.
Edward FORD of Cedar Rapids arrived in Emmetsburg Sunday morning for a short
visit with his parents, Mrs. and Mrs. J.P. DOWNS.
F.A. CALLISON and R. BOOTH of Carroll passed through Emmetsburg in an auto
Tuesday morning. They called to see Father FARRELLY and enoyed a pleasant
half hour with him.
Michael DRISCOLL arrived home from Ackley Thursday. He was called to that
place to attend the funeral of a friend. He said he enjoyed an excellent
meal of new potatoes while at Ackley.
Eugene CLENNON arrived in this city from Prairie de Chien, Wisconsin, Monday
evening. He was a student at Sacred Heart College during the past year. His
sister, Miss Josie, who has been visiting local friends for a week,
accompanied him home Monday evening.
Among those who came from a distance to attend the funeral of Mrs. Patrick
CLAER, which was held at Ayrshire Sunday, were Sister Mary Ignatius of
Independence, Iowa, Mrs. Thomas CONNOLY of Minneapolis, Mrs. O'TOOLE, of
Dubuque, and Miss Mary DORAN of Grand Junction, Iowa.
M.J. BRENNAN graduated from the law department of Marquette university of
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a few days ago. He will remain in that city for some
time. His many local friends extend hearty congratulations to him on his
graduation. He is an exemplary, energetic young man. He is a worker and
should succeed in his chosen profession.
Leonard JOHNSON left for Annawan, Illinois, on Monday. He will remain there
for some time. He has secured a position with Frank STEVENS of that place.
Attorney General COSSON has ruled that owners or drivers must
have the
lights in the front and rear ends of their autos lit at night in order to
prevent collisions.
E.E. GREEN, who lives northwest of this city, was called to Denison a few
days ago to attend the funeral of his mother, who died at Rolfe. He had to
drive to Rolfe during the night.
Donald HUNTER has become a partner of Earl BRONSON in the publication of the
Spencer Herald. Mr. HUNTER was employed in the Spencer Reporter office for
some time. The Democrat wishes the new firm success.
Mrs. Edith SMITH, who had been calling on Emmetsburg friends for some time,
returned to Sioux Falls Tuesday evening of last week. She was accompanied by
Miss Celia KELLY who will visit her for a short time.
John CROWDER and Robert WILSON were at Primghar Wednesday attending the
district picnic of the Modern Woodmen of America. There were a large number
present and the gathering was both successful and enjoyable.
Miss Mayme KNIGHT of Woonsocket, South Dakota, was a guest a few evenings
ago at the home of Capt. and Mrs. E.B. SOPER. She graduated a few days ago
from Northwestern university at Evanston, Illinois, and was on her way home.
The Times reports that Mrs. and Mrs. Ole P. SORENSON, who lives west of
Graettinger, celebrated the fortieth anniversary of their marriage Friday
of last week. They were the recipients of many valuable presents. The
Democrat hopes that they will live to celebrate their golden wedding.
The citizens of Mallard will observe the Fourth of July in grand style. The
program appears elsewhere in this issue. Hon. F.C. DAVIDSON of this city
will be orator of the day. He will give them an excellent address. The
Mallard people usually have very creditable celebrations.
Sheriff CULLEN, who recently visited Anamosa, informs us that young STONE of
West Bend, who had been a convict at tht place for some time, has been set
back a year in his sentence and that young BAILIE, the stranger who robbed
an old man in Independence township about the time that STONE was
convicted
will be required to serve out his full sentence. The penalties in both cases
were imposed because of disregard for the prison rules.
Mrs. MITCHELL of Fort Dodge fell down stairs a few days ago and broke one of
her hips. She is quite advanced in years. Her son, E.J. MITCHELL, resides at
Graettinger.
J.R. JONES, who was engaged in business at Algona from 1870 until a few
years ago, died Tuesday of last week. He was well and favorably known
throughout Kossuth and adjoining counties.
Thursday evening an unknown man about fifty years of age shot and killed
himself in a room in a cafe at Sibley. There were no papers in his pockets
giving his name or anything that would identify him.
John P. BIGLEY has rented the E.M. CARNEY residence. Our reporter asked him
if he intended keeping bachelor's hall, but he refused to make any
statements for publication. He simply looked wise and smiled.
Tuesday evening of last week a number of the local friends of Laura LYNCH
gave her a pleasant surprise at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J.F. KELLER. The
occasion was happily spent and all in attendance enjoyed the affair.
Melvin MUCKEY of Algona, who participated in a debating contest with members
of the Emmetsburg high school in this city three years ago, won the $50 cash
prize donated by Judge WADE for excellence in debating at the State
University of Iowa. Mr. MUCKEY was one of the best debaters in the contest
of this city.
We understand that "Wick" McNally, son of Mr. and Mrs. John McNALLY,
is now
traveling with the Sells-Floto circus. He has charge of a number of ring
horses. The circus recently visited Weiser, Idaho. Mr. McNALLY writes home
that he met A.H. KELLER and family while there. The circus car in which the
21 horses in his charge were shipped to a neighboring town took fire. He
succeeded in saving 16 of the animals
Paul STILLMAN of Jefferson reports that his canvas for the republican
nomination for congressman in this district against Frank P. WOODS cost him
$2,232.59. He evidently did not care for expenses. We do not understand that
he peddled either beer or cigars. We venture the statement that Bro. MAYNE
did not spend one third of this amount when he made the canvas two years
ago. Still, he made almost as good a showing as Mr. STILLMAN.
Misses Nora PHILLIPS, Iva EMERSON, and Alva MOREY of West Bend spent
Saturday in Emmetsburg.
Peter HOELZNER and F.L. WILTON have bought the A.G. MILLER 120 acre farm two
miles south of Cylinder.
Lester LITTLE of Lincoln, Nebraska, is a guest at the home of Mrs. J.S.
ATKINSON. He is one of the professors in the Nebraska State university.
Mr. and Mrs. Sac KELLOGG of Lawn Ridge, Illinois, are visting at the home of
Mrs. J.S. ATKINSON. Mrs. KELLOGG is a sister of Mrs. ATKINSON.
Mrs .and Mrs. F.L. WILTSE and Mr. and Mrs. Peter HOELZNER drove to Spirit
Lake and Okoboji Sunday in Mr. WILTSE's fine E.M.F. car. They had a most
delightful day of it.
Thomas McCORMICK writes us from Washburn, North Dakota, that crops are the
best in that locality than they have been for many years. There is a large
acreage of small grain and there has been an abundance of rain.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
17 July 1912
Mrs. E.J. HOLMES returned from Knoxville, Illinois, Saturday morning. She
had been visiting relatives at that place for several weeks.
Miss Kate CROWLEY left for Cedar Rapids Saturday. She will go from there to
Chicago to attend the national convention of the L.A. of the A.O.H.
Cut the weeds and light grass about your residence premises. If you are too
busy to attend to this matter hire some one to do it. Lawns should be kept
neat.
The M. & St. L. people are preparing to do some special work on the north
end of their Ruthven-Des Moines line. They will get their gravel in their
pit near Ruthven.
The Western Union company has of late made considerable of a reduction in
telegraphic rates. They have been too high. The government should own the
telegraph lines.
Thomas HORAN has bought the old McKENZIE farm near Ruthven. He is a good
citizen. His many friends will be pleased to learn that he and his family
are to remain in our country.
Miss Mayme NALLY left Sunday on an extended trip. She will visit relatives
at Clinton, Sioux City and Fort Dodge before returning home. She is
accompanied by her cousin, Miss HAGAN of Ayrshire.
Miss Mayme NALLY has been elected one of the teachers in the Mallard public
schools. She graduated from St. Mary Academy in 1910. She has since been
teaching in the county. The Democrat congratulates her on her election.
Edwin J THOMPSON of Freedom reports that one of his neighbors drove down
sticks beside two hills of corn a few days ago and found that they grew
three and one-half inches in 48 hours. Corn has made great progress during
the last three weeks.
John DRUMMY was at Fort Dodge and Rockwell City during the past week. He was
looking for a location to engage in some line of business, but he has not
yet arrived at any decision. Business promises to be brisk during the fall
months. Crops are good and prices are fair.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward MILLERKE of Crary, North Dakota, have of late been
visiting relatives in Walnut township.
Miss Gertie FROMBACH returned from Estherville Saturday morning after a
week's visit with relatives at that place.
The Times reports that Mrs. John SHERLOCK recently arrived from Wisconsin
and is visiting her sister, Mrs. Frank CARNEY.
The Chronicle reports that Mrs. Geo WIGEN and daughter Marie of Ayrshire
have gone to Story county to visit relatives.
Miss Margaret WELLS returned to Mason City Wednesday evening. She had been
visiting local relatives and friends for some time.
Mr. and Mrs. G.M. DYER were over from Ayrshire in their auto. They were
accompanied by Mr. DYER's parents, who live in Buena Vista county.
Miss Mattie TELFORD left Wednesday for Hawarden to visit relatives. She will
go from there to Alcester and Elk Point, South Dakota, to remain for some
time.
We understand that P. O'GRADY of Ayrshire has bought a fine new Auburn
automobile. Mr. and Mrs. O'GRADY are well situated and we are pleased to see
them enjoying life.
Rev. L.O. WIGDAHL was an Emmetsburg visitor Friday. He seems to be a
tireless worker. He has a number of charges and he gives close attention to
all of them.
We understand that J.A. SUSS of Lost Island has bought a fine auto. We are
under the impression that he would sooner or later catch the fever. Mr. SUSS
is well situated, is enterprising and tasty and deserves all of the
advantages that our time affords. We hope he will long enjoy his auto and
that he may never have any accidents.
Superintendent AVERY of Spencer was in Emmetsburg Friday. he caem to arrange
for the advertising of the Chautaqua, which will begin next Tuesday. It
continues for six days. A half page ad of same appears elsewhere in this
issue. All of our citizens should boost for the Chautaqua during the coming
few days.
James McLAUGHLIN of McGregor was in Emmetsburg Thursday. He had just
returned from Madison and Flandreau, South Dakota. He says that crops in
that section are as fine as he has ever seen.
P.H. DONLON and Myles McNALLY left for Chicago Saturday to attend the
national A.O.H. convention. Mr. DONLON is state secretary of the
orgainization and Mr. McNALLY is county president of Palo Alto.
Mr. and Mrs. E.L. DRURY of Chamberlain, South Dakota, were guests at the
home of Mr. and Mrs. Martin AUSLAND a couple of days during the past week.
They were on their way home from Wisconsin where they had been visiting
friends.
J.E. WILLIAMS and daughter, Miss Ruth, visited local friends and relatives
the last of the week. Mr. WILLIAMS was a business visitor at Okoboji
Saturday. Mrs. WILLIAMS is visiting her sister, Mrs. M.A. BRENNAN, of Des
Moines.
John NEARY was an over Sunday visitor in Emmetsburg. He is still traveling
for the International Harvester Company. At present he is busy setting up
binders. All the salesmen of the company have been put on the road putting
up machines. This is an exceptionally busy time of the year for the company.
The sales so far for 1912 have doubled those of 1911.
A few evenings ago while doing some work in one of the local garages Melvin
HAND used some gasoline to take some gum and grease off his hands. Later a
boy who was with him lit a match to look for something close by and Melvin's
hand caught fire. They were very badly blistered but the flames were
extinguished before his clothes could take fire. He has suffered a great
deal but is able to be about again.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
7 Aug 1912
T.J. Duffy was at West Bend Saturday. He reports the sale of the
Mrs. Brown
half section farm northwest of that place to W.S. Stults of Evanston,
Illinois, for $100 per acre.
Thomas Conlon has sold his 240 acre farm in Great Oak township to A.S.
Stults of Evanston, Illinois, for $100 per acre. J.E. Schooley made the
deal. Mr. Stuits is investing in a great deal of land in this locality.
E.Maland, who lives near Rodman, had a cow killed by lightning one day last
week. It was insured in the Continental company of which Wm. E. Mahoney is
the local representative. The loss was promptly adjusted.
Wm. E. Mahoney reports the sale of a 120 acre farm near Ceylon, Minnesota,
which is just north of the Kossuth county line to Elmer Camden and Gus
Weideskind of this place for $60 per acre. There are fair improvements on
the place.
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Steil have moved from West Bend to Emmetsburg and are
occupying the Ganley residence near P.V. Nolan's.
A week ago Saturday Mr and Mrs Wm Crane of Ida Grove celebrated the golden
anniversary of their marriage. The following day Mr. Crane died.
E.J. McEvoy is having his annual vacation and is spending it in the Twin
Cities. He will visit Dubuque and other points before returning home.
Thomas Higgins is now north of Ringsted making some improvements on one of
Mr. Saunders' farms. Mr. Saunders has kept him and his several helpers busy
during the past couple of years.
Edward McNally reports the sale of his half section farm just west of
Emmetsburg to Editor Burt of Henry, Illinois, for $115 per acre. He takes in
some real estate elsewhere in part payment. He paid something like $50 an
acre for the place a few years ago.
John Kerber has bought the C.E. Taylor 80 acre farm a short distance
northeast of town. He paid $100 per acre for it. There are no buildings on
it. It is well located. Mr. Kerber seems to have his eye on most of the land
close to Emmetsburg. He is a splendid farmer and a fine fellow and we are
glad to see him investing.
W.A. Hofmaster, a registered pharmacist of Charles City, is assisting at the
Higgins' Pharmacy during the absence of Miss Cameron.
Mrs.C.F. Nedderman and children are visiting relatives at Fort Dodge.
James Jennings, Jr., left for Cushing, Iowa, Monday to work in a barber
shop.
Ray McNally was up from Garner Sunday evening. He returned home Monday
morning.
Auditor J.R. Martin is at Burlington this week attending the annual
convention of the county auditors of Iowa. Auditor Frank Norton came over
from Algona Sunday evening and accompanied him on the trip.
Sunday evening some parties who were traveling in a covered wagon started to
put up for the night near the home of Mr. Twig, who lives southwest of town.
As such outfits are not, as a rule, reputable, Mr.Twig told the driver to
move on. The fellow refused to do so and some words followed. The stranger
then drew a knife and threatened to stab him. The local officers were
notified and the offender was placed under arrest and brought to town. He
paid his fine and left.
The Women's Missionary Society of the Congregational church will meet at the
home of Mrs. MIDDLETON, Sr. this afternoon.
Mrs. and Mrs. DAVIDSON of New Virginia, Iowa, have been visiting for several
days at the home of Mr. and Mrs. F.C. DAVIDSON of Emmetsburg.
Some people claim that prairie chickens are numerous this year. There is
usually a fair crop of them when there is an abundance of small grain.
Father CARROLL came over from Ayrshire by auto Sunday evening. He is pretty
clever with his machine but he occassionally gets into trouble with it the
same as other people.
Joy CROSE is home to remain until the end of summer vacation. He has been
assisting the Redpath Chautauqua people for several weeks in Michigan and in
other states.
C.A. ANDERSON, who has been chief dispatcher at Mitchell, South Dakota, for
some time, has been appointed assistant superintendent of the Iowa and
Dakota division of the Milwaukee railroad.
James PENDER was up from Waterloo over Sunday. He is already an enthusiastic
booster of that place. He says it is the most enterprising city in Iowa
today. Waterloo is alright.
Charles DUHIGG informs us taht a farmer living six miles east of Gilmore
City refused $60,000 for his half section farm a few days ago. The place is
well improved. This is a trifle over $187 per acre.
The city authorities wish to notify the public that all dues for water must
be paid on or before August 20 or service will be discontinued without
further notice. Payments should be made at the Farmer's Savings bank.
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. GODDEN have moved back to Emmetsburg. They found it
impossible to secure a suitable residence at Estherville. Knut THOMPSON will
take charge of the GODDEN & BALLARD factory at that place.
About a year ago John GALLEGER bought the T.W. HARRISON quarter section farm
east of this city for $70 per acre. A couple of days ago he refused $120 per
acre for it. This is enough to make the average man feel pretty chesty.
We notice that a number of restaurant owners and druggists in Minnesota have
been fined for violating the state law, which requires that ice cream shall
contain 12 per cent of butter fat. So far as we know there is no such
requirement in this state.
Henry SHERLOCK, who was home visiting his parents for several days, returned
to Bancroft, Nebraska, Wednesday. He is operator for the Minneapolis & Omaha
company at that place. He reports that crop conditions are fair in
northeastern Nebraska but they are not so good as they are in this locality.
Mr. SHERLOCK is a son of Mr. and Mrs. P.H. SHERLOCK of Emmetsburg township.
Mrs. Ella McFADDEN of Valley City, North Dakota, moved to Algona six months
ago and now she applies for a divorce. She left her husband last October.
A colored man who was cook at the new Durdall hotel at Algona, was arrested
a few days ago for attempted rape, but he was discharged. However, he had to
fly.
Mr. and Mrs. A. FIGLER and little son arrived from Grundy Center Friday to
visit Mr. Figler's mother for a few days. Conditions in the vicinity of
Grundy Center are very satisfactory this year.
Mr. and Mrs. John McNULTY, who had been visiting their many relatives in
this locality, returned to St. Paul last Friday. Mr. McNULTY has a good
position in one of the railway yards at that place.
Dr. WOODBRIDGE was over from Cylinder Thursday. He intended leaving
yesterday for North Dakota to see about the harvesting of his crops. From
there he will go to Geyser, Montana, where he also owns land.
Leo O'CONNOR has bought an 80 acre farm east of Michael MURPHY's place. He
paid $75 per acre for it. It is unimproved. Mr. O'CONNOR will begin at once
the erection of a neat bungalow on it and will in other ways improve it.
B.F. REED, formerly editor of the Algona Advance, is writing a history of
Kossuth county. His parents were among the first residents of northwest
Iowa. He should be able to write a very interesting account of pioneer
experience.
Edwin, son of Mr. and Mrs. P.P. SCHMIDT, of Graettinger, recently went to
Cass county, Minnesota, where he will remain for some time. he has been
troubled for several years with hay fever. It does not affect him in
northern Minnesota.
John D. ROCKEFELLER has advanced the price of gasoline oil about 25 per cent
during the past two years. Our citizens are doubtless assisting him in
making up the large amount that he gave to the Chicago University and other
institutions during the last year or more.
John NAMER was up from Mallard Wednesday. He threshed his early oats a few
days ago. They averaged 48 bushels per acre. Michael SCHULLER's crop yielded
55 bushels per acre. The average for six fields in the same neighborhood is
50 bushels per acre. The quality, of course, is excellent.
Mr. and Mrs. R.H. STRATEMEYER were Algona visitors Wednesday. They spent the
day with friends at that place and they also took in the circus.
Ray SKINNER, John FRAKES, Joe MILLETTE and Glen BROWN were at Estherville
Saturday taking in the carnival and witnessing the base ball game.
Mrs. Geo HELGEN left Hammond, Indiana a few days ago. Mr. HELGEN having
decided to locate at that place for the practice of his profession. He is a
brother of M. HELGEN of this city.
Miss Kate BURKE of Woonsocket, South Dakota, who had been visiting in
Emmetsburg for a few days, returned home Saturday evening. She makes her
home with Mr. and Mrs. E.B. SOPER, Jr.
The State bank of Dunsmuir, California, charges B.O. TUPPER, formerly of
Spencer, with embezzling $7,000. Mr. TUPPER was at one time assistant
cashier of the Citizen's National Bank of Spencer.
Mr. and Mrs. J.R. BUTLER of Fort Dodge passed through this city Thursday on
their way to the lakes. They stopped for a few moments at the home of Mr.
and Mrs. John P. BIGLEY. Mr. Butler is an uncle of Mr. BIGLEY.
Mrs. J.M. DAVIS, who had been visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. MAYNE for
some time, returned to Sioux City a few days ago. Seh was accompanied by
Miss Hortense MAYNE, who will remain with her for some time.
The latest drink in Iowa saloons is the Bull Moose cock tail. Our third
party citizens know how it is made. When a second drink of it is taken it is
said that the Bull Moose is willing to butt into the first stand patter or
democrat who comes along.
Miss Lizzie McNALLY arrived home from Red Wing, Minnesota, the last of the
week. She spent several weeks with relatives at that place, Caledonia and
Houston. She had a most delightful time. She reports that crops are not
quite so good in southeastern Minnesota as they are in north western Iowa.
Representative KULP of West Bend was in Emmetsburg Tuesday evening of last
week while on his way home from Ayrshire. He owns five farms in this county.
He reports that Mr. Williams, who lives near West Bend, threshed a field of
barley a few days ago that averaged 50 bushels per acre. He sold it for 65
cents per bushel. A crop of this kind every year would soon pay for Iowa
land even at present high prices.
Julia McCARTY returned home from Monona, Iowa Saturday evening. They had
been visiting relatives at that place for a week or ten days.
C.A. BISHOP of Charles City was an over Sunday visitor with Emmetsburg
friends. His wife had been here for several days. Mr. BISHOP is employed in
the Hart Parr factory.
Capt. J.E. WILLIAMS came over from Mason City Saturday evening to visit
relatives for a short time. He is president of the Iowa State league and is
quite an ardent base ball fan.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. F.W. HICKS of Ames July 28. They have named
him Francis Arnold. Their many Emmetsburg friends extend congratulations.
Mr. HICKS says the boy is a progressive republican.
It is claimed that the prohibitionists will have to tear down the silos
before they will be able to stamp out intemperance. Those who have made the
test say that the fermentation the silage makes is an excellent quality of
alcohol.
John BURKE was over from Ruthven Monday. His sisters, Misses Mary and Anna
have been home for some time visiting. They are professional nurses and have
good positions in the Minnesota hospital for the insane at Faribault. His
sister, Miss Lizzie, who teaches in the Rolfe school, is also home spending
her vacation.
Fred SPIES of Graettinger was an Emmetsburg visitor Friday evening. He has
been in the meat market business at Graettinger and is enjoying a
substantial patronage and is prospering. He is an officer for the telephone
company at that place and is manager of the Graettinger Tile works. His
various outside duties take up considerable of his time.
Hereafter people who visit Des Moines should bring their own towels and
drinking cups with them. A new ordinance which goes into effect at once in
the Capital city does away with all public drinking cups and also with
towels in toilet rooms in hotels. The ordinance also requires a sleeping
room containing 400 cubic foot of air space for each person.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
Wednesday, Aug 21, 1912
Rev. John NOLAN, vice-president of St. Joseph's college, was a visitor at
the home of Very Rev. P.F. FARRELLY Monday evening. While in town he made
brief calls at the homes of a number of our citizens whose sons have been
attending St. Joseph's college. He also visited Whittemore, West Bend, and
Estherville while in this locality. He went west Tuesday evening. Several
new students from this vicinity will attend St. Joseph's college during the
coming year.
R.F. McFARLAND was up from West Bend Monday evening. He returned from
Winnipeg, Sunday. He and five other parties are having 1800 acres of land
broken up twelve miles from the Winnipeg car line. They will incorporate.
They will crop it next spring. They have bought a 45 H.P. engine and will
attach a ten plow gang to it to do their breaking and plowing. It will haul
several drags and seeders at the same time. Six self binders are operated by
it. There will be two sets of buildings on the land.
Dr. and Mrs. POWERS enjoyed a visit the first of the week from the Doctor's
sisters, Miss Etta POWERS, principal of one of the Satl Lake City schools
and Miss Nellie POWERS, art teacher in the schools of Spokane, Washington.
They were accompanied by their niece, Miss STRONG of Lake City. All left for
Carroll Monday to visit at the home of Judge POWERS for a few days. Miss
Mildred POWERS, who had been home for her vacation, went to Carroll with
them. She will return to Salt Lake City with her aunt, Miss Etta POWERS, to
take up her work in the schools of that place.
MALLARD
A large crowd was in attendance at the Titanic moving picture show Saturday
night.
Miss Alice ASCHAN returned to her home in Des Moines last week.
Miss Ollie HAHN accompanied her cousin to Chicago. The latter had been
visiting her.
Mr and Mrs Edward KRESS and children have gone to Dubuque for a two months'
visit. Mr and Mrs John SEGAR are occupying their house during their absence.
We are pleased to note that Len KUNZ, who had been very sick, is able to be
about again.
Mr. HATFIELD's father and mother who had been visiting him, returned
Monday
to the southern part of the state.
Miss Mary PETERMAN is visiting relatives in Ft. Dodge.
Colletta CULLEN of Cylinder is here visiting her aunt, Mrs. J.P. MULRONEY.
Born: To Mr and Mrs Joe HUGHES, August 17, a boy.
Luke RIDENOUR has purchased the Frank LODES' pool hall for a consideration
of $3,000. Luke took possession Monday.
W. VANCE sold the SCOTT farm near Cylinder to Sherm BEDERBECK of this place.
Consideration $100 per acre.
Daisy HAHN returned to her home in Rolfe Friday having visited her
grandparents here.
The Misses TROUDs and Carrie SEGAR of Bancroft arrived Wednesday for a visit
with their brother John and sister, Mrs. Jake GRETHEN.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
28 Aug 1912
A.J. WOLFGANG was a West Bend visitor Monday. Mr. and Mrs. H.H. JACOBS had
just arrived there. They will be in Emmetsburg in a few days.
Miss Mary HARRISON was a passenger to Kansas City Thursday. She had been
visiting local relatives for some time.
Mrs. Jake SCOTT arrived home from Spirit Lake the last of the week. She had
been visiting her daughter, Miss Neahe.
Monsignore SAUNDERS of Ft. Dodge, vicar general of the diocese of Sioux
City, is the guest of very Rev. P.F. FARRELLY today.
Father CARROLL is at Hot Springs, Arkansas taking treatment. Father
SCHAEFFER of Ruthven has charge of his parish during his absence.
Mrs. P. MONTGOMERY, of Graettinger has been in Mercy hospital at Des Moines
for some time. A few days ago she underwent a surgical operation.
P.F. McMAHON was at Whittemore yesterday, His daughter, Miss Irene, will
attend the Sisters Academy at that place during the coming school year.
Father SWEENEY enjoyed a visit Saturday and Sunday from his friend Frank
PALEN, of Dubuque. They were classmates at St. Joseph's college several
years ago.
P.O'GRADY and K.J. McELROY were Emmetsburg visitors yesterday. Mr. O'GRADY
has one of the finest autos in the country. It is of the Auburn make and
carries seven passengers. It is a very fine family turnout.
Yesterday we enjoyed a pleasant call from James HICKEY of Vernon township.
Though in his 81st year, he is hale and hearty. He came to Palo Alto county
when he was 27 years old. He thinks this year's crop is the best we have
seen since 1856. Mr. and Mrs. HICKEY have eleven sons and daughters living.
Three are dead. They have 44 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. We
doubt if there are any other parents in this county who havea larger number
of children to bless their names. The Democrat wishes Mr. and Mrs. HICKEY
health and happiness.
John WALSH came over from Algona this morning and spent teh day with
Emmetsburg friends. He has been employed in the Courier office for several
years. He reports Bro. HINCHON slightly under the weather these days. He
attended a reception a few evenings ago and the refreshments were rather
tempting. Mr. WALSH also informs us that Bro. SHEARER has disposed of his
interest in the Upper Des Moines Republican to Sid BACKUS, the county
superintendent.
Joe SCHUMACHER of Mallard was an Emmetsburg visitor Sunday.
Mrs. T.A. WALSH and Joseph were passengers to the east Tuesday evening.
P.H. DONLON spent Sunday with his brother Peter DONLON at Graettinger.
Mrs. Joseph MULRONEY and Miss Florence MAGUIRE arrived home from Elkader
Monday evening.
Miss Nell M. KERWICK arrived home from Yellowstone Park Friday. She reports
a most delightful trip.
Charles THOMAN came down from Sibley Sunday evening to attend the funeral of
his brother-in-law, Elmer W. CAMDEN.
Miss Mary DONLON of Ruthven was in Emmetsburg Friday evening on her way home
from Chicago. She was purchasing her fall stock of millinery.
The Women's Foreign Missionary society of the M.E. church will meet Mrs.
F.C. DAVIDSON next Friday afternoon at three o'clock. All are invited.
S.I. OLSON was down from Graettinger Monday. He has put on some flesh since
he lived in Emmetsburg a number of years ago. He is still working at
carpentering.
Mrs. and Mrs. G.H. SANDS of Mallard were in Emmetsburg Friday. They left in
the evening for Kinsbury, South Dakota, whre thy will spend some time
camping. Mr. SANDS says that hunting is good in that locality.
W.E. JACKMAN, who was in the vicinity of Ringstead last week buying cattle
says that the farmers in that locality are doing more things than those of
other communities. The assesment against the old HAYNES section is $13,000.
A thirteen inch tile is being placed across it. The work is being done by
machinery.
Thomas McNALLY, who had been visiting his brother and sisters of this place
for several weeks, left Monday for Rockford, Iowa to spend a short time with
another brother. From there he will go to Milwaukee, where he has other
relatives. Later he will return to his home at Gary, Indiana.
Thos. O'CONNOR arrived home from Toledo, Iowa a few days ago. His sister,
Miss Mary O'CONNOR, died at Boulder, Colorado. He was called to that place
and reached her bedside 24 hours before she passed away. She was 34 years of
age. She graduated from the Toledo schools in 1891. For several years she
followed teaching. She went to Boulder seven years ago for the benefit of
her health. She taught at that place, at Greely and at Ft. Collins. The
burial was at Tama City. There are six brothers and three sisters living.
Mr. O'CONNOR has the sympathy of our many citizens in his sorrow.
Miss Marie MURRAY has been visiting Whittemore relatives for some time.
Miss Josie BRENNAN returned from Ruthven Monday evening where she had been
visiting friends for a few days.
Miss Margaret GUERDET arrived home from Colfax Friday. She had been at that
place for some time taking medical treatment.
Mr. and Mrs. J.P. STEBBINS were up from Curlew Thursday visiting Mr. and
Mrs. Peter JONES. They intended going to Des Moines this week to attend the
Iowa State fair.
Mrs. Effie SMITH, who had been visiting friends at Perry and neighboring
points for some time, returned to her home near Rodman last week. She will
leave for Livermore this week.
Miss Julia CURTIS is enjoying a visit from her niece, Miss CURTIS, of Hull.
Ray SWEENEY enjoyed a visit with Harold and Wm. O'BRIEN of Whittemore
Monday.
Rev. Oliver WIGDAHL of Detroit, Minnesota, was callling on Emmetsburg
friends Tuesday.
Tom J. WHITE is over from Whittemore today. He took a trip by auto to
Graettinger this afternoon.
Mrs. Bertha RONNING of Boyd, Minnesota, is spending a few days with her
sister, Mrs. Thos PETERSON.
Miss Ella PETERSON leaves for Canton Thursday as a delegate to the
conversion of the Lutheran Young People.
Mrs. M. JOYNT was called to Des Moines Saturday to see her daughter, Miss
Gertrude, who underwent an operation at that place for appendicitis a day or
two before.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
3 July 1912
Mr. and Mrs. Thos. F. JONES of Manson came up in their car Sunday for a
short visit with the latter's sisters, Mrs. Frank ILLINGWORTH and Mrs.
W.E.G. SAUNDERS. They will go to the western part of the state from
Emmetsburg.
Major SMITH informs us that he recently visited Winnipeg, Canada. The
weather was very warm while he was there. He was surprised at the size of
Winnipeg and the numerous evidences of enterprise and thrift that are
witnessed.
Mrs. FARRELLY, mother of Mrs. John LYNCH of this city, who had been visiting
her, returned to Parkersburg, Iowa, Monday morning. Though 80 years of age
she is apparently rugged and hearty. She was accompanied by her daughter,
Miss Belinda FARLEY.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael CONLON of Great Oak township
Saturday, June 29. As this is their first and only child, it is needless to
say that the parents are proud as well as happy. Mr. CONLON could not be
blamed today were he to feel like celebrating.
Mr. Clarence HENNICK of Graettinger and Miss Etta HENDERSON of Emmetsburg
were united in marriage in this city on Monday. Justice T.J. DUFFY
officiating. The Democrat extends hearty congratulations to the contracting
parties, and wishes them health and happiness.
Among those who came from a distance to attend the funeral of the late
Cornelius DRISCOLL were Mrs. DRISCOLL of Dumont, Iowa, sister-in-law of the
deceased, N.J. CLARK of Eagle Grove, Mr. and Mrs. M. COLLINS of Dell Rapids,
South Dakota, and Tim COLLINS of Dell Rapids. All went to Ackley Monday to
attend the funeral.
The last of the week, A.H. KELLER of Weiser, Idaho, shipped to his parents
in this city a large box of as fine cherries as we have ever seen. Mr.
KELLER sent a few of them to this office. Our boy says he would like to live
in the country where such cherries are grown. Idaho is apparently quite a
fruit country. Many thanks, Mr. KELLER.
Those who went to Ackely Monday to attend the funeral of Cornelius DRISCOLL,
were Attorney John DRISCOLL, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel BURNS, Miss Katherine
DRISCOLL, P.F. McMAHON, his sons Earl and Leo and daughter, Miss Irene. Mrs.
Dr. O'BRIEN, Mrs. Wm. GRADY, and the several others who came from a distance
to be present at the obsequies. Their names are mentioned elsewhere in this
issue.
James W. JOYCE made a couple of trips to the lakes during the past week in
the new Ford auto which he recently bought of John SCOTT. He is enjoying the
use of it.
Mrs. James McNAMARA and her sister, Mrs. George NELSON, and children arrived
home from Lake Mills Thursday evening where they had been visiting relatives
for a short time.
Thursday morning a kerosene stove damaged slightly one of the W.I. BRANAGAN
houses. The loss, however, will not exceed $50. Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O'BRIEN
occupy the house.
Mrs. Dr. M.J. JOYNT and little daughter, Regina Margaret, recently visited
the home of Mr. and Mrs. M. JOYNT of Emmetsburg township. They returned last
week to their home at Jesup, Iowa.
Patrick KELLY who lives in North Vernon, was the victim of a sun stroke last
Thursday. He was in a serious condition for some time, but he is steadily
improving. Dr. O'BRIEN is the attending physician.
The last of the week W.S. PALMER wrote his wife from Winnipeg, Canada, that
he was just leaving for Edmonton. He will inspect western Canada quite
closely. He will probably invest in some real estate before he returns home.
A traveling company gave vaudeville and moving picture entertainments at
Graettinger every evening of last week. On Saturday evening a prize was
given for the most popular lady of Graettinger. It was won by Miss Mildred
MAHAN.
Mr. and Mrs. Charles CHRISTIAN and Mr. and Mrs. Peter PAULSON and family,
who live in the southern part of Emmet county, were guests at the home of
Mr. and Mrs. McNAMARA of the Ayrshire neighborhood a few days ago.
The funeral of Mrs. Thomas KELLY, who recently died near Graettinger, was
held from the M.E. church at that place Sunday afternoon. The remains were
laid to rest in High Lake cemetery. She is a daughter of Eli CRAVEN of
Graettinger. She will be remembered as Mrs. Martin JAARD.
Mrs. W.C. MAIDEN, while using a sewing machine a few days ago, ran the
needle through her thumb, holding her fast to the machine until she was
released. The needle was so badly bent that it was necessary for the
attending surgeon to cut the thumb open in order to extricate it.
The Champion reports that John CULLEN has sold his Buick auto. He doubtless
intends buying a new one.
Frank MURRAY of Osgood was a business visitor in this city Monday. He is
engaged in tiling in that vicinity.
Mr. and Mrs. James P. FLOOD have moved to Sheldon where they will make their
future home. Mr. FLOOD has secured a good position with the telephone
exchange at that place. He likes the town and has decided to locate in it.
He worked at Fonda for some time after giving up his position at
Centerville.
We are pleased to report that Mrs. Henry SELLE, Sr., who is still at
Excelsior Springs, is steadily improving. She was so badly crippled up with
rheumatism when she went there that she could scarcely move. She is now
able, with some assistance, to walk about the room in the hotel in which she
is stopping. This is good news to her many local friends.
We notice by our exchanges that there are a great many auto accidents this
season. Drivers should be very careful.
P.H. STEADMAN was at Fort Dodge Sunday spending the day with his son, Sim R.
STEADMAN. The latter has been quite ill for some time.
There will be a picnic dinner in the grove of Mr. MOWITT, who lives near
Hoprig, tomorrow. Several who live in this vicinity are planning on
attending.
M.L. BROWN informs us that he has commenced excavating for the new savings
bank building at West Bend. It will be a very fine structure when completed.
Frank SULLIVAN of Graettinger, who had been attending a telegraph institute
at Minneapolis, is now working for the Great Northern company at Hunter,
North Dakota.
William, son of C.S. ALLEN, of Laurens, who frequently visits Emmetsburg,
and who owns large tracts of land in this vicinity and throughout the
county, was married to Miss Clara MERDINK of Omaha last Wednesday.
We notice that Ray McNALLY frequently comes up from Garner to Whittemore to
visit friends. We can not understand why he should stop at Whittemore and
not come to Emmetsburg. An explanation is in order, Ray.
Thomas LARSON was up from West Bend Saturday. He was accompanied by his son
Adrian, who returned from Minneapolis the last of the week. The latter
recently graduated from a telegraph institute at Minneapolis. He will work
as helper in the depot at Graettinger.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
30 July 1912
GARY HAS HAD QUICK GROWTH
Thomas McNally Tells Our Reporter About Steel Trust City
Thomas McNally of Gary, Indiana, is visiting his brother, Myles McNally and
other family relatives in this vicinity. He will remain for a few weeks. He
was in Emmetsburg 32 years ago when the country was new. He was also here 16
years ago. He notices a wonderful improvement in the surrounding country
since that time. Gary, he informs us, is a place of 35,000 to 40,000. It has
had the most remarkable growth during its brief history of any city in the
United States. It was platted six years ago. The biggest steel plant in the
world, the property of the American Steel trust, is located at that place.
Formerly the leading industry of the company was at Pittsburg. The change of
location to Gary was made in order to save the expense of shipping iron ore
from the Messaba range, north of Duluth, to Pittsburg. Besides, Gary being
only 26 miles from the business section of Chicago, is more favorably
situated than Pittsburg for making shipments to the various parts of the
United States. The trust has a lake frontage of eight miles at Gary. It has
its own harbor. Two hundred steel vessels are regularly employed in carrying
iron ore and unfinished products from Duluth. The vessels are 700 feet long.
Each has 32 hatches. The immense freighters can be turned in the Gary harbor
without tugs. The steel plant employs 8,000 men. The American Bridge Company
which requires 3,000 hands in operating, is also one of the leading
manufacturing institutions of the place. The American Tin Plate company has
a force of 3,000 men and the American Nut and Bolt company 1,200. Mr.
McNally says that perhaps 20,000 of the city's 40,000 inhabitants are Poles,
Italians and other foreigners. They are frugal and industrious but of course
cling tenaciously to their native manners and customs. Some of them have of
late started up in business for themselves. The city inspectors and others
whose business it is to enforce the pure food laws have considerable
difficulty in making this class of business men observe the state laws and
city ordinances.
Gary has eight steam railroads and five interurban electric lines. Hence it
has favorable connections to important points in all directions. A person
can go to Indianapolis or to Louisville, Kentucky, on interurban lines.
Electricity is used in operating most of the great industries in the city.
The principal business street of Gary is six miles long. It has very wide
sidewalks. It is 100 feet in width from curb to curb. It is lit up with
lamps 50 feet apart. The sight is one that elicits the admiration of all
visitors to that place. Mr. McNally is 75 years of age but stands his years
well. He is robust and quite active. He has lived at Gary for five years.
His son owns a large restaurant at that place and serves from 300 to 500
people daily.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
2 Aug 1912
Mr. and Mrs. Edward COLLINS, who have been guests for some time at the home
of Mr. COLLIN's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter COLLINS of this place, will soon
return to Moose Jaw, Canada. Mr. COLLINS has a good position in the
C.P.R.dispatchers office at that place. He likes western Canada.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
Wednesday, Aug 21, 1912
MALLARD
A large crowd was in attendance at the Titanic moving picture show Saturday
night.
Miss Alice ASCHAN returned to her home in Des Moines last week.
Miss Ollie HAHN accompanied her cousin to Chicago. The latter had been
visiting her.
Mr and Mrs. Edward KRESS and children have gone to Dubuque for a two months'
visit. Mr and Mrs John SEGAR are occupying their new house during their
absence.
We are pleased to note that Len KUNZ, who had been very sick, is able to be
about again.
Mr. HATFIELD's father and mother, who had been visiting him, returned Monday
to the southern part of the state.
Miss Mary PETERMAN is visiting relatives in Fort Dodge.
Colletta CULLEN of Cylinder is here visiting her aunt, Mrs. J.P. MULRONEY.
Born: To Mr and Mrs. Joe HUGHES, August 17, a boy.
Wesley VANCE was in Algona Friday on business.
Luke RIDENOUR has purchased the Frank LODES' pool hall for a consideration
of $3,000. Luke took possession on Monday.
W. VANCE sold the SCOTT farm near Cylinder to Sherm BEDERBECK of this place.
Consideration $100 per acre.
Daley HAHN returned to her home in Rolfe Friday having visited her grand
parents here.
The Misses TROUDS and Carrie SEGAR of Bancroft arrived Wednesday for a visit
with their brother John and sister, Mrs. Jake GRETHEN.
ADDITIONAL LOCALS
Saturday C.A. REELY, who lives near Ruthven, had a cow killed by lightning.
Charles D. SLATER is in Minneapolis visiting friends and looking after
business interests.
The residence of William SULLIVAN who lives near Ruthven, was damaged by
lightning August 12.
James ALWARD has rented his residence to Mr. HAWK, the new partner of A.M.
FISH. Mr. ALWARD intends moving to Sioux City in September.
Saturday the barn on the Auto LUTGEON farm near West Bend was struck by
lightning. The damage was considerable though a large quantity of hay in it
was not burned.
T.W. MILLEA informs us that he did not have any insurance on his crop of 90
acrs of corn which was destroyed by hail about ten days ago. This is a great
loss to him. A few of his neighbors had some insurance.
Dr. HENNESSY informs us that the Iowa Board of Health has not reduced the
time for quarantining for diphtheria from 28 to 14 days. Hence the old rules
of the board must be observed by attending physicians and by officers.
Mr and Mrs Sim R. STEDMAN and family of Ft. Dodge are visiting local
relatives. Mr. STEDMAN is still rather weak but he is looking well and is
steadily gaining in strength. He was in bed for five or six weeks. He was
taken ill nine weeks ago. Doctors and nurses handle cases of typhoid fever
in a different manner than they did a few years ago.
Mr and Mrs J.J. WATSON went to Boone Monday.
Misses Alice and Katherine KANE returned to Davenport Friday evening.
Michael BRENNAN of Des Moines visited his mother and other relatives in this
city Monday.
Thomas O'CONNOR was called to Toledo, Iowa, Saturday by the death of one of
his sisters.
J.P. CLAER has bought of Mr. WAGNER a 40 acre tract of land adjoining his
place. We have not learned the price he paid for it.
Miss Rose LAUGHLIN who had been home to see her parents and many relatives,
returned to Davenport last evening. She was accompanied by a Miss DUNN of
Algona.
Mr and Mrs Ray McCARTY of Plummer, Idaho, are visiting local relatives. They
were married several weeks ago. The affair was a pleasant surprise to many.
H.H. JACOBS leaned against a dynamo on his farm near Deming, New Mexico, a
few days ago and was nearly electrocuted. Two large holes were burned in one
of his shoulders. The unexpected burning out of a fuse saved his life. He is
all right again. He and Mrs. JACOBS will be in Emmetsburg in a few days.
John D. KEATING is home from Spokane, Washington visiting his parents and
other relatives. He conducts the KEATING Art Studio at that place. He is
doing a fine business. Spokane is prosperous. A $2,000,000 hotel is in
course of erection and the Great Northern company is spending $4,000,000 for
improvements. He thinks that sentiment for Colonel Roosevelt is dying out in
the west. Wilson is strong in that state.
Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
28 Aug 1912
Mrs. COLLIPRIEST of Ruthven visited her daughter, Mrs. Addison
WELLS several
days during the past week.
Geo. HENDERSON nad wife of Independence township recently visited his uncle,
J.A. HENDERSON of this vicinity.
We understand that Mr. E.J. HIGGINS and Miss Lillie PATTON are to be married
at LeGrange, Illinois, tomorrow.
John McNAMARA of Ayrshire and Grant NELSON of this city are visiting
relatives in Jack Creek township, Emmet county.
Miss Pearl TAYLOR arrived home from Mason City Tuesday morning where she had
been visiting her sister, Mrs. Dr. STARR, for a few days.
Frank ILLINGWORTH informs us that the Catholic people of Ladysmith,
Wisconsin are building a $30,000 school building instead of a $6,000 one as
was stated in last week's Democrat.
M.L. BRADY informs us that he bought a quarter section farm near Madison,
South Dakota yesterday and a couple of hours later sold it by wire at an
advance of $5 per acre. Land in that locality seems to be moving rapidly.
Wednesday night a few pairs of shoes, a number of neckties, and a small
amount in cash were taken from C.J. BERGER's store. A window pane at the
rear end of the south side of the building was taken out and the window was
raised. In this way the burglars gained an entrance to the building. So far
the offender has not been located.
Mr. and Mrs. Geo. BAKER and their son Herbert arrived home from Miller's Bay
last evening. They had been spending a couple of months in their beautiful
cottage at that place. Their location is an ideal one. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. B.
McCARTY have a fine cottage on an adjoining lot. Miller's Bay is one of the
beauty spots on the lakes of the picturesque West Okoboji.
Mayor BICKFORD has notified all property owners in Emmetsburg to cut the
weeds on their premises. He should enforce promptly his order. People in
general are entirely too careless about this matter. They should have more
taste than to allow ugly looking weeds to grow high enough to peep into
their windows. Do not spare the careless, Mr. Mayor. Get rid of the weeds
and do so without further delay. They should have been cut six weeks ago.
Thos. EGAN is home from Ada, S.D. He recently proved up on his farm near
that place.
Mr. and Mrs. E.H. DICKEY are attending the state fair at Des Moines this
week.
Mr. and Mrs. David STARR went to Des Moines Saturday to attend the State
Fair.
Raymond BECK was down from Estherville Monday evening. He went to Livermore
Tuesday morning.
Miss CAMERON recently enjoyed a visit from her sister from Denver. The
latter returned home Monday.
Ray SWEENEY of Sheldon has for several days been the guest of his brother,
Father SWEENEY, of this place.
Mrs. Anna ROWAN was a passenger to Garfield, Utah, Sunday evening. She had
been visiting relatives in this vicinity.
P.O'MALIA of Ayrshire was greeting Emmetsburg friends Wednesday afternoon.
It is needless to say that he took in the ball game before returning home.
Mrs. Wallace SIMPSON of Whittemore visited her father, George C. SEELEY in
this city several days last week. He has been quite ill for some time.
Mrs. Eugene HARRISON of the Cylinder neighborhood came to Emmetsburg
Saturday and left over the Rock Island for Ellsworth, Iowa to visit her
sister, Mr. SATTER.
James STRATTON was up from Curlew yesterday. He reports that there was not
so much rain south of Curlew during August as there was in this locality
although there was an abundance of growing crops.
Mr. and Mrs. P.O. REFSELL attended a family reunion Sunday at the home of
Mr. and Mrs. James REFSELL of Emmet county. There were about 200 in
attendance. It is needless to say that the affair proved an enjoyable one.
The members of the A.O.H. and L.A. of the A.O.H. who attended the state
conventions of the organizations at Cedar Rapids last week report large
successful gatherings and a general good time. They were royally entertained
by the Cedar Rapids people. P.H. DONLON was re-elected state secretary of
the A.O.H., a position which he has filled with credit to himself and to