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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1949
Page
8
Firestone Stores at 18 South 6th Estherville promote tires auto supplies seat covers radios batteries oil and parts. The ad touts dependable brands and annual price concessions gained by bulk buying. It claims courteous service and a strong reputation for fair dealing and public-spirited support.
Emmet county residents and homeowners urged to obtain abstracts from Estherville Abstract Co located at 1014 North 6th. The notice extols reliability, thoroughness, and sensible fees, recommending readers visit to discuss abstract needs and secure investment protection.
Montgomery Ward & Co advertises a wide stock in Estherville highlighting low prices from large supplier discounts. The copy claims the store raises living standards by saving rural residents money and reinvests savings into education and recreation. It invites shoppers to visit and see their “real values.”
Ernest L. Smith, proprietor of Smith Tractor and Implement Co at 1603 Central Ave, invites farmers to visit and compare Ford Tractors and Dearborn Equipment. The firm highlights a complete line of farm implements and stock to meet various farm needs, offering guidance and service.
Estherville Memorial Co at 115 Central Ave promotes its large local presence and high quality Branite memorials. The firm stresses trusted guidance, custom designs, and post sale support, claiming to stand behind their work with durable service.
The Harry Coffie Flying Service in Estherville offers a complete aviation service. It is an approved school for private commercial and instructor courses and equipped for aerial crop spraying. They emphasize quick economical spraying for pests and weeds and offer chartered flights and cross country trips at reasonable charges.
Fagre Construction Co. promotes timely completion and reduced costs by avoiding delays. The firm highlights salvage of lumber and materials for reuse, extensive experience with modern construction, and adherence to state building codes. It presents itself as reliable, progressive, and a leading local asset with a track record of satisfactory service.
Estherville Greenhouse, phone 107, promotes its seasonal selection of flowers and plants. The shop offers wedding and anniversary arrangements, gifts for special days, and a metropolitan level of service, emphasizing originality and beauty in a modern greenhouse and floral shop setting.
Brey Radio Shop offers highly specialized radio repair with expert adjustment of delicate mechanisms. The shop boasts a modern up-to-date establishment with testing devices to detect replacements or adjustments. Rural customers can leave radios in Estherville and pick them up on their next trip to town.
Kennie’s Café in Estherville promotes comfort, friendly service, and a pleasant atmosphere with nightly specials. Mr. Stewart invites families to visit the new cafe, promising clean glasses and dishes and dependable service that keeps customers returning.
Fashion Shop invites Estherville shoppers to browse a modern store featuring the newest summer ready-to-wear and accessories. The shop promotes smart, distinctive designs, quality garments, and economical prices for street, sport, and dress wear, backed by reliable service and a full stock.
A promotional piece extols the Motor Inn Garage for quick, expert repair and up to date parts. It urges motorists to visit for service, frame detailing, and complete information on new Oldsmobile and Cadillac models, ending with a call to make a date with the aggys.
ZITTERICH Garage at 702 7th Ave South offers general repair for cars tractors and trucks stressing low service charges and skilled workmanship. The ad touts courteous service adequate facilities and their staff Ike and crew as the right men to fix any make with emphasis on value and high quality work.
The Estherville Mattress Co offers mattress work with pickup and prompt delivery. They advertise affordable prices and first class condition for mattresses, claiming dissatisfaction will be avoided. They promote a one day service and invite calls or letters for estimates on their services.
Harold Iseminger runs Iseminger Skelly Service offering Skelly Petroleum products. The station emphasizes lubrication expertise, correct motor grades, quick service, and reliable fuel for cars trucks and tractors across the region.
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