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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1911
Page
1
A community event on Friday September 1 invites old settlers and strangers to a noon barbecue on the park lawn. Two roasted beeves, hot coffee, and plentiful sides follow the dedication of Fort Defiance monument. Attendees are asked to bring baskets and spread blankets for an old fashioned picnic and reunion.
Foot gear business in Estherville reports sale by Alex Johnston to Blue and Raife of Perry Town. New owners G H Raife and John Johnston to manage with Johnston remaining briefly. Propri etors described as public spirited, aiming to uphold store’s reputation. Supervisor Gibbs of Armstrong visited Estherville Tuesday night.
Arthur Prrever is appointed administrator by Emmet County District Court in Estherville Iowa. He directs all heirs and creditors to file sworn claims within the legal period and to make immediate payments to settle the estate to avoid costs.
A I Bixby editor of the Nebraska State Journal and former Emmet county Iowa resident will lecture on September 1 on The Early Sixties. The event, free admission with voluntary offerings, supports the home coming dedication expenses. Proceeds aid attendees and old time settlers receive a public talk by the renowned philosopher and post.
Estherville Booster and the Entertainment Committee favor an Automobile Parade during next week’s festivities. They propose substantial prizes to encourage owners to decorate and compete, hoping neighbors and country car owners participate, with no entrance fee planned but funds needed.
Estherville triumphed in Garner by beating Clear Lake Mason City and Charles City to claim the tournament title. The team later defeated Mason City three times in a row and followed with wins over Worthington and Fairmont, reaching nine straight victories. They face Emmetsburg Friday for a $100 purse and meet at Graetfinger on Labor Day. OG J Duffy, ex Mason City pitcher, is now with Emmetsburg.
Citizens urged to donate one dollar to fund a parade with cash prizes of 25 15 and 10 for the best decorated car as part of Des Moines entertainment efforts. Donations to Mr A Peterson promised refund if funds fall short. Also notes a Des Moines woman cured by Chamberlains remedy and a dinner hosted by Fielder Converse with blue and white decor and a baseball theme.
Dr. Gell and Dr. William Edgar Geil, famed traveler and explorer, will lecture here on September 16 under a churches committee sponsorship. The program offers another rare chance to hear this renowned adventurer.
Hawley roads election of Anson Erb to presidency signals Canadian Pacific expansion into Minnesota Iowa and Missouri. Plans include Storm Lake Sioux City route with a Des Moines to Kansas City connection via Winterset Greenfield Creston Clarinda and St. Joseph.
Open to babies under two with prizes 5 and 2 dollars for perfection and best outfit. Out of town judges. Mothers choose youngest trusted caregiver. Names by August. Parade along park sidewalk. All children under ten invited. Meet at library 11 on September 2. Details via Mrs. A. O. Peterson at 135.
On a Sunday morning near Wesley the Birneys and Browns driving to Mason City skidded from a bridge edge, the car overturning and trapping all but Mr. Brown. He escaped with one leg caught, the baby uninjured, while Mrs. Birney and Mrs. Brown suffered multiple bruises. Mrs. Brown may have rib fractures, and Mr. Birney suffered head and facial injuries. the car was badly damaged but fixed by a Wesley blacksmith to return to Estherville that night.
In Estherville a proposed opera house project aims to place an $18,000 to $20,000 facility on a 442 by 100 foot block, contingent on donated lots. The commercial club holds a plan with specifications for a first class play house and expects to secure prime land around $4,500, signaling town progress.
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