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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1904
Page
1
A pitch praises Sheuerman Skirts as superior, noting cost savings and expert design. It claims Sheuerman Bros. cut and manufacture their own cloth, offering matching fabric for jackets if purchased, and contrasts with sweat shop skirts.
Special correspondence from Des Moines notes a busy legislative session with interest in a strong pure food bill, three food inspectors, drainage legislation, and a proposed Temple amendment for 108 house and 50 senate members. Governor Cummins is praised as a steadfast leader as political maneuvering and appointments unfold.
The general merchandise stock of J. W. Lough, sold last week to Albert Odett of Palk county, Minnesota, was sold Saturday to John Halverson who assumed charge Monday morning. Halverson, formerly in Estherville, is known for honorable dealings and returns to Matherville's business life with strong local support.
James S. Fletcher, immigration agent of the Rock Inland, writes from Oklahoma Witty praising the territory as fast rising. He notes a 35,000 population city, heavy rains, prospects of great crops, and winter wheat and fruit quality. He urges interested buyers to arrange to go on March 1 and mentions plans to buy a automobile for use in Oklahoma City.
W P Galloway accepts renomination after urging from friends in and out of the First ward. Alderman Anderson in the Second ward appears unopposed. In the Third ward Jack Wilson seems set for a clear field with little or no opposition expected.
Miss Margaret McCornick wed George E. Delavan Jr of Metherville at Traer in a ceremony led by Rev. K. E. Lackey. The event drew nearly 100 guests and featured a choir wedding march. The couple, after a reception in Hatherville, planned to travel to Los Angeles to settle and for him to practice law.
Druggist L. N. Kiwen offers a small booklet containing 124 prescriptions and guidance on ailments common in families. The resource aims to empower housewives to treat many minor issues at home without always needing a doctor. Call to obtain a free copy from Mr Kitten.
F A Rhodes cashier of the Bank of Evtherville attended the executive committee meetings of the Iowa State Bankers Association in Des Moines. Over seven years the association has sent a dozen men to the penitentiary for safe cracking and forgery, reflecting a vigorous campaign against crooks and ongoing banker concerns in Iowa.
A bank committee discussed enhancing measures to catch burglars as bankers agree to contribute to a reward fund for convictions of safe crackers and forgery. The plan aims to strengthen deterrents and support law enforcement efforts.
The Winnebago County Republican convention in Forest City chose delegates to the state convention, backing Governor Cummins and State Treasurer Gilbertson while opposing challenger B A Plummer. Anti Cummins faction leader County Chairman Jensen was condemned and urged to resign. Resolutions endorsed President Roosevelt and the administration’s stance on supervising large corporate capital, plus support for Cummins and Gilbertson.
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