Anonymous, The Howells Journal (1935)
“ Appraised by true standards of worth he ranks high as an honorable, honest man whose life work was one of advancement of the county, the state and the community in which he lived. The son of pioneers, his life added to history—for all history is largely a chronicle of the affairs and achievements of men. Our friend’s career speaks for itself and unfolds a story of the hardships of the early days. ”
Anonymous, The Howells Journal (1935)
“ After Emil had acquired the education afforded by the rural school in his home district, he felt the urge of independence and got a job as clerk in Frank Folda’s general store at Schuyler. Mr. Folda was his uncle and was one of the influential democrats of his day, recognized as such in the county and state. All his life Emil ever remained true to the political faith of the original Foldas, and was active in democratic circles in county and state, but never consented to accept a nomination for any important office, preferring to remain a worker on the side lines. ”
Anonymous, The Howells Journal (1935)
“ A man of courage and ability he conscientiously assumed, with ceaseless industry, any task given him, having rendered splendid work in every task assigned to him. It was our pleasure to have personally known him since the years of his early manhood and we knew him as a man who appreciated his friends, was uncompromising in his devotion to what he thought was right, and was never too busy to lend not only his financial aid but his personal effort in behalf of any activity that he believed would contribute to the betterment of the community in which he lived. ”
