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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1914
Page
1
Local notices show the school board moving to hire teachers as retrenchment measures follow a new building plan. A sensational crime note cites the arrest of Jim Nolan in Livermore on a murder and theft trail across states, with Dr Bowes implicated and a large reward reportedly involved.
Twenty years back in Hatherville the post office outfit prepared for duties in the Iowa building at the world’s fair. Attorny Faltinson of Armstrong visits. Mrs Knapp returns from Cedar Rapids. Guests from Armstrong visit. Doolittle assists in the clerk's office. A charity party at Dakotos cine last Friday hosts thirteen tables. head prize Mrs Hartung and Mrs Sotredel. booty winners Mrs Klopp and Mrs Brown. Rohde to Armstronge for county canvass. Brousen named postmaster of Leather Herald. Mrs Jehu improves North Seventh Street with a conservatory of rare house plants. Lucien Godfrey, 2, nearly dies from water hemlock. saved by pump and anodyne. First National Bank directors meet with Webb Vincent, C Krasland, G Ringland, and E K Soper. Weather favorable. J B Bibford’s new house progressing. basement stone work done. Schools reopen after two-week break. Miss Lough to Room 2. Kath Ballat resigns. Chas Miller takes Room 2.
After an illness of several months H G Day editor and proprietor of the Albert Lea Standard died in his room at Hotel Kreaborne Albert Lea on Tuesday April 1 aged 64 years 8 months and 2 days. He lived in Matherville ten years 1868 to 1878 practiced law and helped his brother Frank Day publish the Northern Vindicator. He served in the Wisconsin legislature 1870 1871 representing Kummet Dickenson and Kimmet counties. He later moved to Laingboro Minnesota and about thirty years ago bought the Standard at Albert Iowa editing it until his death. Survived by a wife two sons a daughter and two brothers. His friends recall his steadfast citizenship and esteem for early settlers.
A brief report notes Vera Cruz action with United States Marines securing an area. The piece emphasizes a small clash or skirmish context andU.S. involvement under military forces in the region. No additional persons or organizations are detailed in readable text.
A Spirit Lake Beacon report notes no formal declaration of war amid unsettled tensions with Mexico and Trierite followers. It details county financial matters in Dickinson County involving W. W. Walther, the Town Savings Bank at Matherville, and proposed certificates turnover to Spirit Lake’s national bank, amid county supervisor disputes and a petition linking local leaders to broader regional drainage projects.
From the Yourpa town Telegraph comes a report on A Nautical Knot presented by South High School's musical organization in the auditorium Wednesday evening. Directed by Wool foole, the production received enthusiastic reception with about a thousand in attendance. Lead roles were well chosen and the chorus work was highly praised for its finish and artistry.
Fragmentary report praises a school operetta with South High orchestra and conductor Moore for its splendid work. It mentions Ruth Woolf as Jutia and requests for a repetition, noting commendation for the director Leuch High Heinl and young musicians.
Esmeralda presented by the senior high class drew praise for a well balanced, spirited performance despite rain limiting Saturday attendance. The amateur troupe delivered commendable acting with strong stage settings, and the ensemble considered touring nearby towns.
Obituary and funeral details for Rosa Heddinger born July 6 1809 in Palo Atte. She died April 16 in Cylinder district after a quiet illness. Funeral services held April 7 at her home and Kinmoetsburge cemetery. minister Rev Wardell officiated. Survived by her father and mother, three brothers, two sisters and sisters in law. A long list of relatives and mourners attended. services featured singing and white floral arrangements.
A fragmented 19th century editorial reflects waves of migration to the frontier, praising the draw of new settlements and warning of social strains. It warns of attracting a mix of job seekers and veterans from East and West, with vivid but garbled references to need for laborers and supplies. It burlesques political campaigning and comments on influence, commerce, and local recruitment efforts.
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