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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1911
Page
2
An OCR fragment from Vindigatar papers surveys global events and social notes. It mentions China and its infant emperor, Japan's population rise, fashion trends, and various oddities like a baby killed by a hot bag and a janitor's death from laughter. It reflects chaotic assorted items and speculative opinions in a satirical tone.
President Tatts addresses Congress outlining fears over the Sherman anti trust statute and the Supreme Court's recent decisions. He argues for clarity and possible supplemental legislation to preserve competition, avoid monopolies, and shape future enforcement through equity and dissolution.
The discussion advocates a federal charter to regulate large interstate combinations while preserving state powers. It argues for a detailed statute to describe fair and unfair competition methods, envisions a federal corporation commission, and urges publicity, taxation, and court oversight to curb trusts without crippling employment and capital markets.
C Wamlin of Colorado Springs, chair of the United States Beet Sugar association, visiting Des Moines, predicts Iowa will become a leading sugar state. He praises the Waverly beet factory, notes strong farming and stable business prospects, and says the association represents 90 percent of U S sugar factory men and pays farmers eighty million dollars annually for beets.
Jury returns verdict for Louisa Miller against John Weiss for 2000 in a breach of promise action. The suit sought 4500 dollars and testimony included some spicy lines that pleased the audience.
Ilijah Berry of Shar on City is dead from a mad dog bite last August. He received Pasteur treatment on arrival and was discharged as recovered, but last Friday he again showed signs of rabies.
William Evans of the department of agriculture will be the principal speaker at the annual grain show for four counties. The event will be held here December 4 and 4. The meeting is expected to draw farmers from Hardin Grundy Butler and Franklin counties.
Estherville will see major growth in the coming year with about 100000 dollars in new construction. Alex Johnston and G G Gardner plan a 40000 dollar modern hotel. FLT Grant will construct a large brick building.
Ogden Consolidated Coal plans reopening of Ogden Mine No. 2 two miles south of Ogden after a shutdown caused by labor trouble. New boilers and other improvements are being installed in preparation for full capacity operation.
Centerville hosts the annual Appanoose County Poultry show on December 14 with cash premiums for each class plus special premiums in trophies and merchandise. The premium list will be released soon detailing prizes and awards for participants.
The first week of her revival at the Methodist church ended with more than fifty professed conversions. Meetings will continue two weeks longer under her oversight.
Lake City reports an artesian well at the Spurgeon farm south of Tavwa that throws water four feet above the surface. The well depth measured five feet.
Thomas Flynn aged 14 drowned after going through thin ice while skating on a creek near here. Reported as the first skating accident of the season in the state.
Logan Prom A H Suyiter of Iowa State Agricultural College Ames will speak to the promoters of the short course for Varrison county here. The event aims to discuss agricultural education and county plans for the program.
Johnson Gommibts death by own action in Burlington. JD Julsen, a well known grocer aged 60, shot himself and died. Flo leaves a wife and several children. No cause is shown.
Unclear report describes Governor Carroll mobilizing state troops as disorder rises after a murder in Clinton Maryland. Officials coordinate with authorities to quell violence and maintain control during a volatile district incident.
Emmetsburg officials announce cancellation of the promise of a $10,000 donation from Andrew Carvesie and set plans in motion for the new public library building. Construction will exceed $10,000 with the project expected to be well finished and feature fine ornament.
Des Moines report says W. Marmon is recommended by Congressman Fronty to fill the Mitchellville postmaster vacancy caused by M H Davis’s death in September. The probable appointer is Marmon’s son, publisher of the Mitchellville Index.
Wealthy farmer Kenry Phillips of Gh is killed after an argument with sewing machine agent TL McCaskill. McCaskill fled in his bogey but was arrested. Phillips leaves a widow and seven children.
The $12,000 damage suit of Sidney C. Cozine a farmer from Tipton against Dr. W N Moore of West Branch has run for days. Cozine says a fall broke his jaw the doctor set it but it did not heal resulting in injury and damages claimed.
In Conterville near Plano John Bland was captured by enraged farmers armed with shotguns. Teia stands charged after firing a double-barreled shotgun through a window of the Odd Fellows hall during a social gathering of 25 couples.
Officer Stvan stopped a man at the Mophins and Witty jewelry shop after a window was smashed. Charles Petersom, a stranger, was arrested on the scene. Authorities say the suspect, believed to be an Ohio line crook, acted alone.
Mount Pleasant rumors repeat yearly that Burlig tom road will erect a new depot here. Aneleyank Walters recalls hearing the story in RET as the holiday season approaches.
Stockport prepares to dedicate its new Christian church as soon as the service concludes the building will stand as a city ornament and a symbol of local faith and growth. The community awaits a formal dedication ceremony and the completion of interior fittings.
The Sovier river drainage project will be awarded on December 1. Construction cost is estimated at 3 126000. Excavation quantity is 951000 cubic yards and 25000 acres will be reclaimed.
Adley Cook sells forty acres of his Iisa farm with only a fence on the land at 150 dollars per acre. He bought the parcel eighteen years ago for 35 dollars per acre, marking a substantial gain in value over the period.
Wealthy farmer John Mansen Block died when his team ran away and threw him against a post. He was 36, leaves a wife and six children.
A Mississippi River town braces for a $300,000 hotel project amid local business delays. Citizens say mills and firms lag behind, slowing support for the new building, which is expected to boost the area.
Newburg-Dgar Livingston, age 20, harvested 204 bushels of corn in ten hours. He will likely be a good record holder in a year or two. In 26 days he had 2,654 bushels.
Old hunters recall Severeid as a notable figure in Cincinnati area hunting lore. The tale centers on a red fox encounter, with local recollections claiming a unique spectacle or item connected to Severeid, suggesting a longstanding county tradition or legend.
Fort Dodges Joseph Mel, a car inspector for Wingis Centre, was killed while working under a car when it unexpectedly started, causing a fatal workplace accident. Police and investigators will review safety procedures and the train’s movements at the site.
Work has begun on the new electric line to connect the mines two miles south at Oxyden with the Minneapolis and St. Jasuts guibway at that place.
The jury in Dickson's arson trial for the half million dollar lumber yard fire returned a not guilty verdict after deliberations. Details of the case centered on the summer fire and involved the defendant Bubuque and local prosecutors.
A clothing shop was robbed this week with two suits of clothes three overcoats and four bolts of cloth stolen. Entry was made by breaking a back window and the matter is under local police investigation.
A brief notice describes a shortage impacting state vendors and spurring price concerns across Delaware. It references limited availability of winter items, with minimal details on causes or remedies.
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