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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1908
Page
1
Community reels as Druggist Charles Cain dies shortly after arriving in Minneapolis for morphine withdrawal treatment. After the sweating out process began his weakened condition caused heart failure. His wife was present. funeral and interment followed in Osage after his body returned there.
At W A Lesher's home the marriage of Roy Lesher and Rose West occurred at eight this morning with Rev A C Droz officiating. They left at 9 30 for Albert Lea and Owatonna then plan a week with relatives before settling in Estherville where Roy will work at Thompson and Sweet. Both families are well known and respected in Rotherville.
Landlord Alex Johnston of the Orleans Hotel was swindled for 100 dollars by traveling salesman C. H. Hanson who paid with a check from his Chicago firm H. C. Happel & Co. The check bounced after being deposited at a Hatherville bank and presented to a Chicago bank for honor. Johnston seeks recovery by filing with creditors if the firm goes into receivership.
Mrs. Caroline E. Merrick of New Orleans dies, a leading supporter of woman suffrage and close ally of Susan B. Anthony. She helped fund the 1908 National suffragist convention in New Orleans and attended the 1906 Baltimore meeting. A harmless note about misplaced I. O. O. F. records follows.
The Estherville write up highlights its status as a railroad hub with Becksland payrolls totaling 340000 per month and over 10000 for Minneapolis and St. Louis. It notes Estherville as the county seat of Emmet County, its Des Moines river setting, extensive sidewalks, churches, schools, banks, factories, scenic studio, and strong express and freight activity. The piece recalls the city’s population growth from 100 villagers to over 4000, with robust trade, banking deposits near 1 million, and annual grain shipments around 2.18 million bushels. It also mentions the Cox Scenic Co and Opera House Reporter influence, a social surprise party for Mr. and Mrs. Sizer, and the versatile use of the Merry Widow hat.
Local performers list extends to 36 cents admission with names like Hartung Galloway Archer Brown Snyder and Armstrong. The entertainment by Home Talent features a bridal party and various town figures in a community school theater setting.
Grace Margaret Gould outlines a return to simple classic dress forms with Greek influence. The one piece Empire style, rough silk in bronze tones, features a fitted guimpe, rounded revers, and a demi train. A black satin gown paired with cream net guimpe creates a refined, economical look.
Forest City Iowa April 12 A peat burning brick plant will join the Fertile Clay and Peat company facilities to supply fuel for brick and tile production. The firm owns 764 acres of clay and 640 acres of peat with a Henien peat machine capable of 60 000 to 80 000 bricks daily. Peat deposits are deep and pure promising over four million tons for market. Cost of land buildings and machinery about 70 000. Transportation by rail currently four miles to Hanlontown, with a Mason City extension likely to occur if profitable.
In spring 1906 Jesse P Morris faced a severe pneumonia and cough that friends feared would end his life. He credits a two and a half bottle course of pr King's New Discovery with a rapid recovery, calling it the best remedy for coughs and lung disease worldwide. Sold under guarantee at Williams and Anderson's drug store, 50c and 1.00, trial bottle free.
Weather crop bulletin for the week ending April 18 1908 in Des Moines Iowa notes a late opening after a mild winter but better field conditions. Fall and winter precipitation were light while tilth is excellent. Seeding is nearly finished in the south and advancing in the north. Fruit prospects are excellent. Average rainfall below normal with general light showers except NW. Temperatures above normal with cool nights and a final week warming trend.
Church and society notices announce revival meetings at First Baptist on East Malin Street with daily afternoon sessions and Rev. Thompson sermons, a Presbyterians program next Sunday, and a Women’s Club meeting rescheduled. Christian church activities include baptismal service, Sunday services, and Ladies Aid Society activities with old papers drive and gatherings at various homes.
The May issue urges salads to trim costs in frugal households. It notes lettuce and greens can be grown or cheaply bought, warns against excess nitrogen and starch, and promotes vegetables as main dishes with simple, well-cooked preparation.
Sanford Dodge presents Edwin Booths Merchant of Venice at Lough Opera House on April 21 with Miss Louise Marshall as Portia and Dodge as Shylock. Noted actors head a strong company for an ambitious production with ticket prices 26 35 80 and 75 cents. The Strawns mourn the death of their two year old child from accidental carbolic acid ingestion. funeral held Saturday.
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