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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1922
Page
2
The Jeris P. Larsen herd of grade Shorthorn cattle was accredited by the government veterinarian during his Ringsted visit, raising to over twenty the number of TB free herds in the area. The Ringsted Dispatch notes safety concerns as roads and autos rise in a prosperous Essterville community, urging caution and slower speeds.
The Wheeling Intelligencer dismisses the living wage concept as indefinable and unworkable, arguing that a board cannot fairly set a universal standard. It urges labor to present its case in practical business terms to secure a hearing rather than relying on broad, indiscriminate wage mandates.
A church column discusses ship subsidy debate, inflation concerns, and civic duty. It notes congregational attendance, Christmas planning with a cantata, and a children’s home drive. The Ladies League Bazaar earnings total about 600 dollars, while the School of Missions prepares for final readings and rental payments. Services and the quartet are mentioned for next Sunday.
Estherville Luth church announces 10 am Sunday services 11 am Sunday School devotional meeting led by deacons Norse fed. Roll Call to be prepared Leader Wilma Gronstal. Prayer meeting Thursday 7:30 at Mrs Erickson. Annual Business Meeting Tuesday Dec 19 at 1:30 pm. all voting members urged to attend signed S A Berge.
The demand for houses in Estherville is as strong as ever, with new homes failing to keep up with population growth. Over the past three to four years several families have left due to insufficient housing privileges, and a philanthropist with means is urged to fund building several residence flats for the city.
A column questions the living wage concept by contrasting theory with practical realities. It uses Samuel Gompers’ example as a cigar maker to argue that a single living wage cannot fit all cases across locations, family status, or roles, challenging the labor board’s abstraction.
The Lutheran Church announces English language Advent services at 10 30 a m on Sunday December 17 with 11 30 a m Sunday School. Pastor J E Andreae signs the notice. VI
All regular services were held last Sunday with fair attendance. The Junior Choir meets Friday evening at Mrs W E Allens for practice. Sunday afternoon rehearsals are planned for those in the Christmas Pageant. Prayer meeting at 7 precedes the Lyceum concert at Presbyterian church. Bible School 10, preaching 11, Young Peoples 8 30, evening 7 30. Everyone is invited.
Gust T. Peterson, longtime helper at the R. I. roundhouse, has been honorably discharged after passing his 70th birthday on November 30. The event marks a formal end to his on-duty service with the railroad.
The Cut Rate Grocery on south Sixth street will open for business Saturday morning after being closed since the owner's death. A local note covers Des Moines letters from W R J P Littell about illness and family visits, followed by American Legion notes on post officers and remarks by Post Commander Dr S G Ewen.
Guidelines advise horse care with ample roughage and controlled feeding. Do not overfeed. provide sufficient hay while avoiding excessive concentrates. Maintain steady diet to support health and work capacity.
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