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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1942
Page
4
The notice records the Adelaide Nichols usage editor entry at the Estherville post office in Emmet County Iowa as second class matter with a $2.50 fee.
The piece argues readers on the home front see clearly what must be done in the war effort while cautioning against reckless invasions. It praises U S Army care for soldiers, notes class lines fade in service, and urges sacrifice at home to support the military. It warns against favoritism in commissions and calls for bread and meat cuts if needed to sustain troops.
Spirit Lake will host an active wartime project within 90 days as a eyg-drying plant is established by Jecke & Sons of Atlanta under WPA approval. The site will refurbish the Spirit Lake Produce plant, create 75 to 100 jobs, run 20 hours daily, and operate year round with hopes of permanency after the war. The project, one of six in Iowa and 22 nationwide, signals Dickinson County’s first government war work site and aims to bring in thousands in monthly county support.
Dr. Robert Williams of Lakota has been commissioned a lieutenant commander in the U S naval reserve and reports for duty in San Diego California. A 47 year old physician, he served as a World War I army second lieutenant, enlisted at Dartmouth College, and trained at Plattsburg and Camp Devens before serving near Metz during the armistice and returning to Lakota.
A Graettinger Times item notes births to Kenneth and Mrs McCombs in San Diego on July 28, to Merle and Mrs Young in Alliance on August 2, and to Glenn Williams in Estherville on August 4. The events create first time grandparents L A Larson and Mrs Williams, with Williams' mother a Watson daughter.
The Red Cross lay instructors course opened at the High School building under Dr A J Reed and Joe Dobson to train about 85 person classes and ready the area for emergency treatments. The program aims to train thousands nationwide this year and expands with highway emergency stations and medical guidance from the American Medical Association. Local progress includes a 15 hour course running to August 28 with rapid expansion under the national Red Cross effort.
Thomas Hamilton left Tuesday for Des Moines to enter Marine Corps service. At a stag farewell Monday, Golden Sun Milling staff and friends celebrated with lunch, presenting a purse for gifts. Attendees included Lawrence Jensen and Herman Jensen plus Marvin Grebe and others. Wesley Jimmerson will replace him at Golden Sun. Hamilton will report to the Marine base in San Diego.
A compact note reflects on why the headline fit the event, highlighting a fresh, impactful lead and the urge to emphasize the moment that defined the piece. It notes the focus on youth and the decisive framing chosen by editors.
Miss Margaret Dawson welcomed the Church of Christ Guild to her home Tuesday night. Martina and Esther Peterson presented the worship theme The Missionary Message of the Bible with Martina giving the lesson and Miss Dawson reading a Call magazine poem. Virginia Sawyer joined the Peters ons in presenting Why Missions. Mantina Peterson told Ida Scudder’s missionary story in India. A business meeting followed and refreshments were served. Attendees included Rev and Mrs Fred Sawyer, and numerous listed members.
N B Crook who with son Glenn Crook ran the People's Cafe has bought a restaurant in Leland. He has taken possession and moved his family to the new site, signaling a fresh start and.
Announcement from Paul Minnesota reports the marriage of Miss Mildred Johnson daughter of J C Johnson formerly of Estherville now of San Diego to Dr Delmer Heim of Detroit Michigan. The Catholic ceremony at 7 30 p m August 9 was officiated by Father Gill in St Paul. The bride wore olive green. attendees included Harota Johnson, Dorothy Kruger, Mrs Gladys Johnson and guests from Wallingford. The couple planned a reception at 431 Marsh Avenue. Mrs Heim trained as a nurse in St Paul and worked at Anker Hospital. Dr Heim is connected with the hospital.
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