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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1914
Page
2
A long OCR scan lists numerous candidates for various county offices in a Iowa county, with endorsements and calls to voters ahead of June primaries. It includes declarations for sheriff treasurer auditor recorder and other posts, plus a note that roads between Estherville and Spirit Lake remain poor this spring compared with past years.
The piece argues that highway widening and drainage require districting and public works while farmers face hardship during harvest. It discusses Governor Clarke and Judge Tee in a political split, urging fair treatment, asserting Clarke should not be condemned for legislature actions, and calling for renomination.
A discussion in the south argues that restrictions apply equally to white and Black voters citing literacy as a requirement. It claims education drives voting, while noting that a clause allows nonreaders whose father voted to participate. The text suggests fears of Black majority rule and asserts the law is acceptable.
A garbled early 20th century message questions railroad policy and mentions critics of politicians. The text mocks lawmakers for ill plans leading to the roadside crisis and urges readers to consider responsibility, noting widespread public awareness of the issue.
Des Moines Capital editor Young rests in southern Mississippi following a serious illness. In a letter about his writing, he notes a local man recently died at an advanced age and ponders how much longer he might have lived if he had remained in his home state.
A man from Vaseria, Chas. Har fon, and Wenri Gnileh died after drinking oil mixed with beverages on a trip to Oehevedan. They returned home ten hours later with fatalities attributed to tainted alcohol.
The text discusses unharmed town vegetation despite a cold snap and notes little real damage to vegetables. It mentions readers in good condition for the season and references road builders altering conditions, implying minimal monetary effects and insufficient data on trends.
A garbled notice notes spring arrival as Weary Willies move north following waterfowl. It mentions bean soup routine and a vague forecast of rent, rain, hay, and later corn weather.
A sprawling survey of Estherville area items notes potato prices at 1.20 per bushel, a Minneapolis call for Dr. Bachman, land sales near Dolliver, Spirit Lake water levels at a decade low, and various local happenings. It mentions a San Francisco trip price near sixty dollars, nursery and park news, church events, and a fire at the ball park with guardian notices about fire safety.
The text notes Judie Quarton and Bull Mooge as candidates in the Tenth district with mentions of campaign spending and growing support. It references Samalpox nationwide and a shift from coal shoveling to lawn mower work, plus a local press ad and a defer to a “City Beautiful” initiative as the finale of the season.
A bank received a circular linking to the death of A F Call in a Corona California auto crash. It notes a Mrs Oath paid 2700 for an accident policy with proceeds to estate or kin, and a double sum for automobile death. The circular from Fidelity & Cannatity Co of New York includes photos of the wrecked automobile and letters praising the insurer. A church market and local notices follow.
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