Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto Co, Iowa
4 March 1914

A FEW ITEMS TAKEN FROM THE FILES OF THE DEMOCRAT OF FEBRUARY 21, 1894

Another son has gladdened the home of Mr. and Mrs. REED of Great Oak
township.

Mr. BARBER, who has charge of the Boardman Creamery, has moved his family to
Algona.

It is reported that Mr. DELEVAN of the Estherville Vindicator, is to become
state fish commissioner.

M.L.BROWN, M.F.COONAN, W.E.G. SAUNDERS and Patrick NOLAN shipped several
cars of cattle to Chicago last week.

The McNULTY school district in Emmetsburg township has the largest
attendance of any country school in the county.

Messrs. GYLLING & VanGORDEN have dissolved partnership. Mr. VanGORDEN will
engage in the hotel business.

P.O.PETERSON has rented his farm in Fairfield township. He will have a big
sale March 6. He will move to Algona.

C.R. VanGORDEN was called to Oskaloosa Monday by the serious illness of his
child.

E.E. JOHNSON is now quarantined in a hospital in Chicago, but he is reported
to be much better and will soon be ready to come home.

Fred DeLONG has resigned as buttermaker of the Highland creamery.

A new girl is reported in the home of Mr. and Mrs. S.J. GUERDET.

Postmaster LANGE of Laurens was in Emmetsburg Monday.

J.W. CRAVENS and C.P. BENNETT have organized a savings bank at Spirit Lake.

John BAILEY has rented the HAYES barn for a veterinary stable.

Friday A. EASTHOUSE arrived in Emmetsburg with two cars of stock and farm
implements. He recently bought the K.A. ERSLAND farm.

Jerry O'DONNELL has bought a home at Nevada, Iowa.

Editor ALDEN of Whittemore was in Emmetsburg yesterday.

P.J. COLLINS went to Mason City Satruday to attend the funeral of Mrs.
COMFORT who died Thursday.

Miss WRIGHT of Pennsylvania is visiting her uncle, Hull HOAGLAND, of this
place.

The republicans have nominated W.G. HENRY for mayor, O.O. WILLIAMS for
assessor, P.O. REFSELL for alderman in the First ward and A.J. ARMSTRONG for
alderman in the second ward.

A few days ago E.R. McALLISTER was kicked in the face by a horse. His nose
was badly broken.

A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry MEADE of West Bend on February 20.

Paul SCHANEY of Graettinger is enlarging his livery barn.

D.T. WALKER has moved onto the S.J. KENNEDY farm near Ayrshire.

X.S. LOOMIS died at his home in Booth township a few days ago.

A gentleman named C. METZ of Monmouth, Illinois, will soon open a harness
shop at Ruthven.

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Current News
Former Whittemore Lady Dead
Relatives of Mrs. M. RYAN in Whittemore received a message Wednesday that
this good lady had passed away at her home in Chicago at seven o'clock
Wednesday morning. Several from here left on the evening train to attend the
funeral. She wil lbe buried at her old home, El Paso, Illinois.-Whittemore
Champion.
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Mrs. Caroline Brennan Surprised.
Friday evening Mrs. Caroline BRENNAN was pleasantly surprised by a number of
relatives, the occasion being her 67th birthday. A few hours were spent in
local recreation. Refreshments were served during the evening. Mrs. Brennan
was the recipient of a fine rocking chair, a flower stand, and other
presents that she will long treasure in memory of her thoughtful and
generous donors. The Democrat hopes she will have the happiness to enjoy
many more birthday parties.
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Dairy Association Meeting March 12
The Palo Alto County Dairy association will meet at the Court House
Thursday, March 12 at 1:30. L.P. ANDERSON of Spencer and T.A. CLARK of West
Bend will be present and will address the gathering. Several others will
also appear on the program. All buttermakers and farmers who can possibly
spare the time should attend this important gathering. Our people are not
giving sufficient attention to improving the dairying interests of our
county. A great deal of valuable information can be had by attending the
gathering of this kind and listening to the addresses and discussion. The
meeting should be a large and enthusiastic one.

Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
18 March 1914

St. Patrick's Day Celebration in Emmetsburg.

One of the Largest and Most Successful in the History of the Community.

The St. Patrick's day exercises held in this city yesterday were as usual,
largely attended. Many were in from the surrounding country and scores came
from neighboring towns. The day was rather squally, but not particularly
unpleasant.
A large number of Hibernians were out. They attended high mass in a body at
St. Thomas church at 10 o'clock. Father McNERNEY was celebrant. Very Rev.
P.F. FARRELLY preached the sermon. Though he had been an invalid for three
weeks, many who heard him considered him at his best. The review of the
achievements of St. Patrick, his high rank among the great bishops and
missionaries of the church, his frequent and fervent appeals to God for
light, wisdom and strength to carry out his life's work, his prayer's for
the preservation of the faith of the Irish people and the loyalty of the
sons and daughters of the Emerald Isle and their descendants to the teachings
of their great apostle, despite the many persecutions to which they had for
centuries been subjected-what a masterly effort. The speakers' inspiring,
patriotic, and heartfelt utterances made a profound impression on the large
number present, for the church was filled with worshippers. He made no
effort to display any power of oratory. It was not necessary for him to do
so. He was full of his subject and he spoke readily and earnestly from the
depths of his heart. The discourse was indeed a treat to all who had the
good fortune to be present.
The dinner served in the basement of St. Thomas church by the Assumption
ladies was generously patronized and there was plenty of choice victuals for
all. The total receipts were $227.25.
The play, Shaun Rue," which was given at The Iowa during the afternoon and
evening, was the best that has been rendered by amateurs in Emmetsburg for
years. The cast of characters was exceptionally strong and all interpreted
their characters readily and naturally. They were as familiar as
professionals with their lines.
T.J. COONAN, as "Larry Donovan," was very popular with the audience. He had
a very strong part and he was as much at home before the large audience as
if he had been before the footlights for years. In his disguise as "Shaun
Rue" he kept the hundreds present in uproarious laughter. his song, "A
Handful of Earth From the Land of My Birth," at his mother's grave was very
pathetic. His other vocal selection, "If They'd Only Move Old Ireland Over
Here," was very catchy and he changed a number of verses of it in making a
number of local hits. Mr. COONAN has indeed special ability as an Irish
comedian and would prove a favorite with any audience. His many friends have
reason to feel proud of his efforts last evening.
P.J. WALSH, as "Maurice Donovan," the old man was right at home in his part.
He always does well. Eugene O'BRIEN as "Gerald Kavanaugh," made an ideal
hero and lover. His voice was good and his appearance on the stage was
strongly in his favor. W.P. KERWICK took the character of "Patrick
Kavanaugh". He had an excellent make up and his articulation and conception
of his part made him a very strong member of the cast. He had big words to
spare and then some. Leo J. McMAHON as "Peter Callagan," handled his
character faultlessly. It is difficult for a young man to represent an old
gentleman. It must be conceded that he did his part admirably. C.J. McNALLY
was the villain and he proved himself an artist. The average professional
could not have done better. His stage appearance made him a favorite with
the audience despite the devilish part assigned him. James FAY impersonated
"Tim," the half starved boy. A better selection could not have been made.
All who were present complimented him highly for the creditable manner in
which he acquitted himself. He also represented the minor character of
"Teddy Phatts."  M. MILLER took two parts- "Wm. Summerfield" and "Waddy, the
Lawyer." He always does justice to his character and he handled both parts
successfully on Tuesday evening. He has a good voice and his make up added
to the effectiveness of impersonations.
Miss Mildred DAILY had the character of "Dora Kavanaugh", Larry's
sweetheart. It was difficult and somewhat exacting, but she was more than
equal to its requirements. She well deserved the generous praise that was
given her for her efforts. miss Vera RUTLEDGE, as "Kate Donovan," Larry's
sister, was exceptionally good. At times she was truly dramatic. She has
special ability for work of this kind. She was one of the strong members of
the cast.
Mr. and Mrs. E.J. HIGGINS had charge of the rehearsals. They worked hard for
several weeks and they have reason to feel proud of the result of their
efforts. The members of the A.O.H. feel deeply indebted to them for their
sacrifices of time and labor in making the day's exercises so creditable.
The attendance was the largest in the history of the organization. Every
seat was taken in the afternoon and fully 100 could not secure seats in the
evening. The day will often be recalled as a memorable one in the history of
Palo Alto Hibernianism.

Emmetsburg Democrat
Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, Iowa
25 Mar 1914

The news of Mowbridge, South Dakota of March 13 says:
"Yesterday M.F. RYAN received a message from Washington informing him that
the senate had confirmed his appointment as postmaster at Mowbridge. The
appointment of Mr. RYAN comes as a well deserved recognition of his generous
efforts of the democratic party and because he is qualified to attend to the
duties connected to the office. While the News regrets the retirement of
Judge VAWTER from the position, there is no one in the democratic ranks we
could sooner see have the job than that good old warrior- Matt F RYAN". Mr.
RYAN is a brother of the Supt. Margaret RYAN and step son of Mrs. Matt RYAN
of this city. He is well known to all of our citizens.



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