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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1915
Page
5
February brings multiple nuptials as Bixby Ireland McGranahard and partners wed in Estherville amid family and teachers. The events include Clayton Schenck and Junning Adolph marry at the Methodist parsonage, followed by Walter Willy and Myrtle Richards uniting in Grover. Couples plan farming and residence near Huntington and Estherville, with celebrations and train sendoffs marking the times.
The article reports Emmetsburg mayor Brickford resigning amid council disputes and public questions. It notes his political disagreements, the impact on local governance, and mentions a move of family members, including an adopted son, ten grandchildren, and six great grandchildren, as part of the broader narrative.
A two day Church Efficiency Institute will be hosted by Union Baptist Church Batherville starting Wednesday February 24 with sessions all day and an evening program at The Word. Dr KB Wilcox budget secretary for Des Moines and Rev W L Clapp of Waterton, known as a leading speaker, will lead lectures on Baptist benevolent work and missionary budgeting for Iowa Baptists. All church members and neighbors are urged to attend as many sessions as possible.
A reflective piece on the paradoxes of human nature from birth to death, showing how a person is judged differently at every stage. It notes shifting perceptions based on wealth, politics, religion, and social status, concluding with a cynical overview of life’s value.
Members of the Bridge Club were luncheon guests of Mrs C E Bir ney Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Zeeman entertained friends Saturday evening at their North Eighth street home. Mrs Andrew Smith presided at a luncheon Thursday for her lady friends. Central decorations reflected the Valentine season.
Farmers Frank Coughlin Pod Husake plan a public sale of real estate and stock near Graver Estherville Armstrong Swea City and Dolliver with multiple closings from February 2 through February 28. Listings advertise stock and farm assets on pages 1 2 6 and 8 with dates Feb 2 Feb 22 Feb 24 and Feb 28.
The Hartley Sentinel criticizes a proposed license for pole and line fishing, arguing it burdens the poor who rely on Sunday outings to lakes and streams. It supports fines for trespassers instead of licensing and notes residents already face taxes related to pond maintenance. The piece also reports a Christian church social at the parsonage with Rev. J. S. Coffin.
D Swift and Co of Washington report patents granted to Iowa residents. Names include Albert I Adama Cedar Rapids ventilator A J Granger Salix spring wheel Frederick Howe Marshalltown carburetor J Johnson Cedar Attaplds adjustable furnace M McWatters Gilman corn planter W Morrison Des Moines power transmission system John A Reynolds Sigourney egg case John H Saller Geneva wire reeling device Chas BE Sches Farmington hay press Orla H Watkins Clinton washing machine.
Keach u announces a major sale on February 7 at Wharaday with Poultry and farm equipment. Pergon advertises a large sale on February 26 at the northeast farm of Section 24 Lake Freemont township Minnesota, near Dunnell and Huntington. Other ads urge readers to check the Vindicator and Republican for more farm sales.
Mis Myrtle Richards wed Walter Willy at her home on a February Wednesday. The ceremony drew many gifts including silverware. After a reception with finger foods, Rev. Sevartson to preach next Sunday. The Richards plan to Nashua March 1 for their new home.
Information regarding the 1915 Lowe State Fair Boys Camp, including rules for the essay contest Why I Expect to Be a Farmer. Applications must be filed with the County Superintendent of Schools by May 1, entries due by June 1, and contestants must be farm youths aged 16 to 21 with good character. Eligible past campers 1412, 1913, and 114 may enter. transportation and lodging provided by fair management. The best county and state essays win trips for two, with a special free trip for the top state entrant who attracts the most new participants for 1916. Ide A. Davis, County Superintendent.
The Sunny South faces hardship from the European war with cotton and turpentine prices plunging. Grain and stock farming may rise as cotton areas shift, while citrus regions near Tampa Arcadia stay prosperous. Pensacola endures bank failures and price shocks but hopes for recovery and a future as a southern metropolis.
A note invites all to worship at the Presbyterian Church with morning and evening services at 10 46 and 70, Sunday School at 12, Christian Endeavor, and a special Patriotic program for Washington's Birthday. The evening service emphasizes patriotism for young and old, with all invited.
Help wanted advertisement seeks a female worker for household tasks with inquiries directed to Kunkel's Bakery. The item appears alongside legal blanks and office supplies at the Vindicator and Republican foe in the periodical.
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