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Newspaper
Emmet County Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
6
Fire engulfed the big Sparbeck-Lambert Co. butter tub factory and creamery supply house in Algona, causing an estimated loss of 11,600 with only 8,000 insurance. Origin of the blaze remains unknown as owner J. A. Cronholm plans immediate rebuild and expansion at the site.
Rural delivery will start July first on four Estherville routes with service every other day. One carrier will cover two routes as population grows toward about 100 families per route. Routes detailed include Center, Hatherville, Armstrong, Swan Lake, Estherville areas and intersecting lines, with carriers yet to be named.
A list of prominent meetings and conventions with routes and dates spans cities from Denver to Minneapolis and Portland. It notes reduced fares, rail connections, and agent contacts for travel while also flagging a Des Moines weather bulletin and Iowa highway proceedings with local official notices.
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