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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1941
Page
1
The New Deal bridge group hosted a week of lively gatherings at Mes residence. Members enjoyed games and social time, with observers noting cheerful atmosphere and ongoing friendship connections within the club.
A social item notes a dinner event planned for Mrs Eveleth this Thursday. Details are sparse but indicate a community or local society gathering reflected in this brief notice.
Seventy members gathered for a Methodist meeting at the Wy atian Serse church. Reports cited prayer and hymns as part of the service with several officers noted by name including Mrs Woo and Mrs Frank Voticcoat. Other attendees listed were Mrs Johnston and Mr Weller among the several caregivers and speakers.
Miss Athe rage to Allus Strong was guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower hosted Friday afternoon by Mrs. Merle Rankin and Mrs. Elmer Osberg. Guests wrote recipes and advice for the bride to be and a lunch followed. Attending were Miss Riggs and many named friends and relatives. Some senders could not attend. Also noted were trips to Boone for a DeMolay basketball tournament by several attendees.
Mrs Arthur Beatty was guest of honor at a party hosted by Mrs Sarttecker. Attendees from the tridee club celebrated with games and prizes including travel and high card prizes. A postponed birthday party for Tom Weber was noted for Friday afternoon.
The Fellowship Class held their March meeting Thursday evening with a covered dish lunch after a brief discussion led by the director and the Selective Service officer. Attendees included Rev. and Mrs. Fred Lawser and many other couples and individuals listed by name.
The Elks ladies met Monday at the Elks home for a regular monthly luncheon at 1:00 PM. After dining, they spent the afternoon playing contract bridge. Chairmen were Mrs. Fred Lyman Mrs. Edmund Callendar and Mrs. W. J. Durham. Other committee members included Mesdames Greig Maine Rivey Wilson Sillge Brown Brean Reed McKay Wers Sweet Moklestad Anderson Sanborn Groves and others.
Mr and Mrs W S Chiespian of Terris hosted a six oclock dinner to honor the thirty fifth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Cirdecus at Estherville. The gathering included a long list of guests and family, with informal remarks and festive beverages as part of the celebration.
Past matrons were entertained at a Blue Ridge event with a table centered by potted plants and cut-pring flowers. Hosts included Mrs. Boo, Sondrul, Mr. Wood W. Wilkon, and Mrs. Warres Dilton. Guests listed include James C. J. Mathicon, Gus Neel, Oscar Fagre, and others. Also noted is the birth of a nine-pound son to Mr. and Mrs. Bert Shirley on Saturday at Coleman hospital. Other items mention Mrs. Harry Hubbel and daughter visiting Estherville, the Andersons traveling to Tucson for four months, and Martha West hosting Center Country Club members on April 9.
Nutrition authorities urge better diet to guard national health amid 45 million people living below the safe line. Iron is vital for blood and oxygen transport, with adults needing at least 12 milligrams daily. Foods rich in iron should be added early and continued, as nutritional anemia causes fatigue and digestive issues.
An AMA seal chart shows iron and copper content in common foods and notes iron is best used with copper. Liver tops the list as a blood building food. An average adult could meet daily iron needs with two meat servings including weekly liver, one egg, two vegetable servings, and two fruit servings.
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company announces an enriched white bread loaf with added vitamins B1 B2 and minerals to match whole wheat nutrition. Des Moines unit chief C Fox notes the move aligns with government defense demand for essential food elements, while keeping price unchanged.
Iowa Senate approves initial redistricting plan affecting 23rd district changes in Jackson and Cedar counties and redraws in northwest Iowa. Bill passes 34 to 10 amid protest from some Republicans and Democrats who condemn the plan as undemocratic and urge postponement until congressional maps are set.
Eggs are plentiful and nutritious this season, offering protein iron and energy. Freshness is judged by appearance and odor, while storage and proper cooking preserve tenderness. a ham bread crumb bake with eggs makes a convenient, tasty dish.
A speaker argued that the proposed plan activates the two ends of the population, claiming it risks amplifying polarized views more than any other approach. The remark highlights concerns over how policy could affect broad segments of voters.
The Spencer retailers committee outlines plans for a city wide celebration on June 27 to commemorate the ten year anniversary of the fire that started with fireworks in a drugstore window and devastated blocks of business properties. The blaze occurred about a decade ago and prompted significant growth in the town.
Mrs H E Narey of Spirit Lake Iowa is announced as a candidate for the national office of reporter general to the Smithsonian Institute Washington D C. She will attend the Continental Congress in Washington with endorsement from the Iowa State Society and nomination by Mrs Van Krog. The Reporter General duties include filing annual officer and committee reports for the Institute and aiding genealogists and historians.
April 4 men Joseph Haisman and Alice J Riggs listed alongside their ages and towns Estherville and Ringsted. March 29 couples Ralph R Ash and Mae E Schott both from Fairmont Minn. March 26 pairs Roy H Splinter and Margaret L Finken from Ringsted. March 26 Ralph Fredericke Otte of St James Minn and Ardeline Pearl Kanter Amboy Minn. March 24 Delbert E Owens and Esther B Owens from Elmore Minn.
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