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From: "Cathy Joynt Labath" <>
Subject: [IAPALOAL] !! Emmetsburg Democrat; Palo Alto Co, IA; March 23, 1904
Date: Sat, 23 Sep 2006 18:01:49 -0500


Emmetsburg Democrat; Emmetsburg, Palo Alto, IA; Wednesday, March 23, 1904

HAPPENINGS IN IOWA

Now Asserted that Miss Rena Nelson of Pierre, S.D., Ate Poisoned Candy, with
Intent to Incriminate Mrs. Dye.
State's Attorney Goodner and Sheriff Laughlin of Pierre, who have been at
Boone to investigate that end of the Rena Nelson poison case, have left Des
Moines for home. They took with the a story of duplicity and hardihood on
the part of Miss Nelson that will shock the relatives and friends of the
dead girl.
Mr. Goodner says that miss Nelson bought the candy at the drug store of
Dahoss & Company at Pierre. The bonbons were made in Mankato and none
manufactured in the Minnesota town is sold in Boone, the home of the Dyes.
Both Goodner and Laughlin coincide in the belief that the girl did not
intend to kill herself. They are satisfied that her intent was to make
herself sick with the poison, and upon her recovery to prosecute Mrs. Dye
for attempt to murder her. She reasoned that in his manner Dye could secure
a divorce from his wife and be in position to take another wife-herself. Mr.
Goodner is satisfied that this is a true explanation of this extraordinary
case.
"I cannot comprehend," says Mr. Goodner, "how Miss Nelson had the nerve to
frame and adhere to the stories told by her. Even when she was dying she
said to me that she suspected Mrs. Dye. Many in Pierre will question the
veracity of our conclusions and the story we have to tell, so great was the
confidence in Miss Nelson, but I am certain that we have unraveled the
mystery. Miss Nelson died by her own act, but I am certain she did not
contemplate that extremity but simply designed to make herself sick and then
to charge Mrs. Dye with an attempt upon her life. Mr. and Mrs. Dye are
guiltless of sending the poisoned package."
It has been discovered that the postmark on the candy box is different from
the Boone postmark.

Mrs. Gallaugher Set Free.
By revising the lower court's decision Saturday the supreme court of Iowa
released Mrs. Ida Gallaugher, the Iowa City woman accused of murdering her
husband. Mrs. Gallaugher was tried and acquitted for evidence tending to
fasten the crime on Charles Holada, an accomplice who is now serving a life
sentence for the crime. She was afterward tried on a charge of perjury,
convicted, and sentenced to twenty years. An appeal was taken.

Farmer Takes His Life.
John Robbie, a farmer from Schleswick, Ia., hanged himself to a rafter in
Johann Christiansen's barn at Mapleton, Ia. The man had been dead for five
hours when found. He was moving with his family from Schleswick to Oto.

Commits Murder and Suicides.
Because she was jealous of another woman, Mrs. Greenfield, thirty-five
years old, killed herself and her year-old child at Des Moines last week.
Mrs. Greenfield, accompanied by her child, locked herself in her room and
turned on the gas. She has been dead for six or eight hours when the bodies
were found.

TOWN TOPICS OF A WEEK

- Miss Emily Renshaw, who had been working in the Western Union office here
for the past year, left for St. Paul last week near which place her sister
resides.
- A marriage license has been issued to Thomas Egland and Lizzie Jacobson.
- RA. Brownlee and John Mertes are the candidates for mayor of Mallard.
- Mr. John C. Miller and Miss Edith Chaffin were married at Ayrshire
Saturday, Rev. Calkins, of that place officiating.
- Edward Connelly, of Mason City, was drowned at Nelson, B.C., a few days
ago where he was employed in railroad work.
- Mr. Wm. Buffham and Miss Jennie E. Stevens were married in Rush Lake
township last Wednesday by Rev. Chas. W. Flint.
- Jas. Nally is able to be about again after a spell of sickness. He had a
close call. He was in town yesterday for the first time since January 20th.
- W.J. McCarty has rented the building east of the Foy & Wilcox furniture
store for his line of bee supplies, which he expects about April 1. He will
carry a good stock and will ship to distant parts.
- August Stahl, of Fenton, moved to this city last week and is living in the
house formerly owned by Mr. Leckington. Mr. Stahl came to Emmetsburg so as
to give his children good school advantages. He is still somewhat under the
weather. His heart troubles him.
- Samuel Sullivan has been appointed postmaster of Dolliver as successor to
Roy Wertz, who resigned some time ago. Mr. Sullivan is the father of C.E.
Sullivan, formerly of this place, who has charge of Mr. Knoblauch's store at
Dolliver. The new postmaster will occupy the sotre with Mr. Knoblauch.
- Mr. Charles Jensen and Miss Mamie Paulson, of Lost Island, are to be
married today at the Lutheran church in that township. Rev. Krogh will
officiate. A grand reception will be held at the latter's parents, Mr. and
Mrs. Lewis Paulson. The contracting parties are widely and favorably known
and have a wide circle of friends. They will make their future home on Mr.
Jensen's farm in Emmetsburg township. The Democrat wishes them health and
happiness.

John T. Sammin is Dead.
John T. Sammin, the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. James Sammin died at the
Emmetsburg house Sunday morning after a few days' illness. The sad news was
a severe shock to the friends of the family in this city and elsewhere, who
little anticipated the unwelcome announcement. The funeral was held Tuesday
morning. Services were conducted at Assumption church and the burial was in
St. John's cemetery. The funeral was largely attended , several having been
present from a distance. The pall bearers were Thos. Kingsley, J.B. Kelly,
F.L. Dorris, Wm. McNally, H.E. Bennett, and M.W. Joynt.
The deceased was born at Worcester, Massachusetts, August 24, 1878. His
parents came to Emmetsburg about 25 years ago and he subsequently made his
home in this city. Like many others he had human frailties, but he had a
kind, generous heart and would sacrifice his last cent for a friend. It is
hard on parents and other members of a family to have a young man end his
earthly career ot such an early age, but such occurrences are witnessed
almost daily. The survivors have the sympathy of all in the sad affliction
that has come upon them. Besides the father and mother, there are three
brothers and three sisters living. All reside in this city except Eugene,
who is in Arizona, and Mrs. Brodigan, whose home is in Sioux City. The
latter was here to attend the funeral, but Eugene could not come because of
his long distance from home.

Married Yesterday.
Mr. Thomas E. Thompson and Miss Sarah Norland were married Tuesday at St.
John's Lutheran church in Fairfield township, Rev. Gjevre of Fallow,
officiating. After the brief ceremony, a reception was held at the home of
the bride and groom near Depew, which was largely attended by the relatives
and friends of the contracting parties. The happy couple, of course,
commenced housekeeping at once. The bride is a daughter of MR. and Mrs. Nels
H. Norland, one of the prominent families of the northeastern part of the
county. She is a most worthy young woman. Mr. Thompson is a splendid young
man and has by his genius and industry placed himself in comfortable
circumstances. The Democrat extends hearty greetings to Mr. and Mrs.
Thompson and trusts that the future has health, wealth, and happiness in
store for them.

To the Voters of Emmetsburg.
It has been reported that I am a candidate for marshal of Emmetsburg. Such
is not the case. I have not been and will not under any circumstances be a
candidate for the position. I am, however, a candidate for street
commissioner. JOHN McNALLY.

SUCCESSFUL AS USUAL.
St. Patrick's Day Fittingly Observed in Emmetsburg.
FINE PROGRAM AT MUSIC HALL.
Father Vaughan Extols Irish as a Missionary People.
The St. Patrick's day exercises were among the most pleasing and successful
ever witnessed in this city. The day was mild and pleasant and there were a
large number of visitors from the surrounding country and neighboring towns.
On every hand could be seen the bright, verdant colors so long famed in
story and song, oft trampled under the heels of the tyrant, but expressive
still of the hopes and the aspirations of a country whose long night of
bondage seems rapidly waning.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians had charge of the day's program. The
members of the local division met at their hall at 9:30 and donning their
bright regalia, marched to Assumption church where high mass was celebrated
by Very Rev. J.J. Smith,. Special music had been prepared for the occasion.
The sacred edifice was filled with those whose alm was to observe the day in
a befitting manner. The sermon, by Father Vaughan, the noted Wisconsin
lecturer, was one that will ever be remembered by the many who had the good
fortune to be present. He spoke of the mission of the Irish race. Other
nations had attained wealth and power, but the Irish were distinctly a
missionary people. Clinging to the faith preached to them by St. Patrick,
their land in a short time, became noted for its saints and scholars, who
went forth to rekindle the fires of civilizations throughout Europe after
they had been practically extinguished by the hordes of invaders from the
north. They carried the faith to every land in the new world and made
countless sacrifices for its growth and preservation. Everywhere they became
defenders of religious and human liberty. Father Vaughan is a rapid, fluent
speaker and he is a master in marshaling facts and arguments. He is
intensely earnest and impressive and his utterances carry convictions. The
people of Emmetsburg should and doubtless will have an opportunity of
hearing him again. He spoke without
Having had sufficient time for preparation, as he did not intend coming to
Emmetsburg until a day or two before the 17th.
At noon and in the evening the Catholic ladies served meals at the Armory.
They were generously patronized and they made it pleasant for their many
patrons. Several appropriate selections were rendered on the piano by a
number of Emmetsburg's best players during the noon and evening hours. The
total receipts for the meals amounted to $144 and the net to about $120. The
sum will be placed in the St. Mary academy fund.
Richard Quinn's interesting and most amusing comedy, "Abbey Desmond," was
presented at Music hall during the afternoon and evening by local talent,
under the direction of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Mr. Quinn is the
author of "Innisfall," the best Irish drama ever written. He generously
donated the division the use of "Abbey Desmond" which had never before been
rendered except once to a Chicago audience. It proved to be one of the most
satisfactory plays ever witnessed by our citizens, who have had an
opportunity of judging of the merits of Irish dramas and comedies during
the past 16 years.
The cast was well selected. Will McNally made a typical "Larry Donoghue."
He is unusually good for an amateur. James Neary personated most creditably
the heroic exacting character of "Redmond O'Donnell." As "Mr. O'Dwyer," the
hot tempered though humane and just father, P.H. Hand could not well have
been surpassed. "McGillicuddy," the enterprising Irish editor, found a very
clever interpreter in P.H. Donlon, who always does well on such occasions.
Willie Hefley took the part of the villain, "Corkerrry Clare" and it is
needless to say that his rendition of his difficult assignment was
faultless. He was cool, deliberate and painstaking as villains usually are.
As "Keough Boher" the under villain, M.E. Conlon kept the house in an
uproar. His personation was truly realistic. A professional could not have
done better. He also pleased the audience with a couple of real Irish jigs.
Mike will be heard from again on the stage.
The part of "Lady O'Dwyer" was assigned to Miss Mamie Bigley. Her rendition
was above criticism, as was also that of the character of "Elly Mallory," by
Miss Mayme O'Connor. Both did exceedingly well. The latter favored the
audience with a vocal solo and was enthusiastically encored. Miss Kittie
Wells had the star character of "Lilly O'Dwyer." She was elegantly costumed
and did all that a pleasing and effective personation of her part required.
Who did not laugh at Miss Lil Patton as "Nancy Keough?" She proved herself
equal to many who have had years of experience. She had charge of he
rehearsals and to her the local division of the A.O.H. is deeply indebted
for the success of the evening program.
The Harmonia orchestra played several selections during the evening. Miss
Kerwick presided at the play and rendered a number of appropriate Irish
airs. S.P. Fitzgerald sang "I dreamed Dear Old Ireland was Free." He was
called to the footlights again and favored the audience with "O'Donnell
Aboo." He has a rich, silvery voice and he is a very pleasing singer. T.H.
Wells played the "Blue Bells of Scotland" with variations and also the
"Wearing of the Green," on the clarinet. It is needless to say he did
splendid.
The total receipts for the afternoon and evening were $188.

OVER THE COUNTY

GRAETTINGER
- Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Peter Donlon, on Thursday, March 17th, a daughter.
- Joe Gabrielson left here on Tuesday morning for Seattle, Washington, where
he goes to work.
- B.W. Meredith is now proprietor of the Lester livery barn. Mr. Fleming has
taken charge of the business for Mr. Meredith.
- Ole Lande loaded his household goods in a car at this place and went to a
town in southern Minnesota where he goes to run an elevator for the St. John
Grain Co.
- Mrs. W.S. Jones of Estherville, spent a couple of days of last week
visiting with her daughter Mrs. Dr. Osher from here going to Cedar Rapids
where she will spend some time visiting relatives.

WHITTEMORE
- Mr and Mrs. Frank Rymer are rejoicing over the arrival of a son at their
home.
- Fred Wagner and wife intend going to Garner Wednesday to attend the
marriage of the former's sister.
- Fred Wegener and family drove to Independence township Thursday to attend
the funeral of Mrs Rhodes, a niece of Mr. Huskamp.
- Mrs. Westenhaver went to Lone Rock last week to see her uncle, Mr. Stover,
who was seriously ill, but is some better at this writing.
- Mr. and Mrs. Wareham went to Algona Monday to meet Mrs. Wareham's sister,
Miss Dundon, who came from Webster City. She intends to remain here a few
weeks.
- Mrs. Anna Dorweiler left Tuesday of last week for her home at Amboy,
Minnesota. Her brother, Mike Hayes, and two sisters, Dee Hayes and Mrs. John
Meyers, drove to Algona with her where she took the train.
- Wm. Kortie loaded his car Monday night and left for Lisbon, N.D. Mr.
Kortie has been marshal here for many years and has given excellent
satisfaction in the performance of his official duties. As neighbors and
citizens he and his family can not be excelled. We are sorry to lose them
from among us. His wife and family will leave for there in a few days.

CURLEW
- Sunday morning a child was born to Mr. and Mrs. F. Shellman, at Ayrshire,
formerly of this place.
- P.L. Smith, of Rolfe, returned home Monday. He had been visiting his
daughter, Mrs. Bert Butcher of this place.
- On Tuesday of last week occurred the death of Mr. Whitmer, of Lanark,
Illinois. He had been ill for some time. He was the father of A.A. and
Ennert Whitmer of this place.

WEST BEND
- David Atcheson ,of Belmont, is here visiting his daughter, Mrs. George
Ivey.
- Mr. and Mrs. E.K. Easton are the proud parents of a baby boy since Sunday
morning.
- Mr. Barstow, of Superior, is visiting his daughter, Mrs. Henry Johnson, of
this place.

RUTHVEN
- Mrs. Sanders, of Vinton, Iowa, is here visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs.
O. Root, of this place.
- Miss Maggie Grady, of this city, has been visiting the past week with her
sister, Mrs. Matt Steil, of Emmetsburg.
- Al King sold his livery outfit Saturday to a fellow from Terril, but we
have not learned the latter's name. Success to all parties concerned.

CYLINDER
- Miss Nelson, of Emmetsburg, was a Sunday guest of her sister, Mrs. Aukema.
- Mr. Lenke, of Spencer, has been spending a couple of days here visiting
his sister, Mrs. Russell.
- Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Oleson, on March 16, a boy. George, you will
certainly have to call the boy Patrick, as he was born so close to the 17th.
- Little Madeline Coonan, of Emmetsburg, is visiting at the Daisy home while
her mother is at St. Paul helping to care for her sister, Stella Roach, who
is very sick with tonsillitis.

Cathy Joynt Labath
Palo Alto Co, IA USGenWeb Project
http://www.celticcousins.net/paloalto/index.htm
Iowa Old Press
http://www.IowaOldPress.com/


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