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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1912
Page
6
Editor T. L. Breainan announces candidacy for Emmet County County Superintendent in the Republican Primary with June 4 1912 primary date. Also reports on A V Proudfoot and T J Lardaly as candidates and critiques Theodore Roosevelt’s role and Taft’s presidency, plus local cost of living and telephones shaping consumer behavior.
The article argues that grocery delivery adds to costs, with savings possible if deliveries were reduced. It notes that delivery expenses raise consumer prices and blames the burden on the modern homemaker as a factor in the high cost of living.
Community reminder urges residents to tidy yards and repair the sidewalk in front of their property. The note emphasizes keeping the area clean and in good repair to improve street appearance and safety.
Former president Teddy Roosevelt announces another bid for the White House arguing he has the public mandate to serve a third term. He pitches progressive reforms and strong leadership to rally support nationwide.
The proposal suggests compromising by backing Lafe Young for the U S Senate and offering Senator Cumm a favorable vote for president as part of a unity strategy for the Iowa delegation at the national convention. The plan aims to secure harmony within the party and avoid factional splits.
Wallstreet groups support Taft against Roosevelt, claiming Taft has already outpaced Roosevelt in one term and can do more in a second. The public is not rushing to back Roosevelt, as Taft’s foes frame him as betrayed by friends and the nation’s interests align against Roosevelt.
Denver Republican notes the clash between Pinchot and Taft during the Roosevelt era. It argues Pinchot’s backstairs plotting, his forest bureau machine, and underdog schemes harmed Taft. The piece contrasts Roosevelt’s potential third term bid with Pinchot’s waning influence and calls La Follette’s stance consequential.
In Calhoun county township caucuses Taft delegates won over Cummins supporters causing factional splits. Republicans weary of intra party fighting favor stability and pesos over contests. Taft seen as progressive and safer for the country while Cummins loyalists weakened. Benatar Cummins blamed for missteps in the state.
The editorial argues Roosevelt won’t run and Taft is the sole Republican option. It warns Cummins’ candidacy risks splitting the delegation and endangering his Senate seat. Cathoun county Republicans favor a united stance to win the national election without internal clashes. Manaon Journal.
The Cedar Rapids Republican argues Roosevelt cannot be trusted to limit power, citing prophecies by Henry Watterson and Roosevelt’s actions since Taft’s presidency. It portrays Roosevelt as power hungry, likening him to Napoleon and the German emperor, and raises alarms about another term as a calamity.
The Commercial College invites the public to a box social and program to raise funds for a medal. Items include a piano solo Fairy Wings by Aluy Hennes, rapid calculation contests with named winners, penmanship judges, a vocal sale His Lullaby, and a metal award ceremony. The event features multiple judges and sections, listing several participants and prize items.
G A Nighols of Estherville Iowa advertises catalpa and evergreen trees for sale. The short notice notes availability and contact by mail or telephone for buyers seeking ornamental or shade trees.
For sale two five room cot fares east part of town with ground for a garden. Contact John Osmund aon at Cyon Block Extherville.
A Drake University letter reports strychnine in Conductor Riley's stomach, confirming physicians' theory on his death. Quantity not stated, but even minute amounts are deadly. remaining questions concern how the poison was ingested and further investigations by the Courter family.
Mrs A M West aged 81 years and 100 months died at her daughter's home in this city after a long illness Tuesday night February 27. The notice mentions her as mother of Mrs Al Gaylord and lists entertainment at the Armory Vaudeville theatre with Reed and Ferguson in Tale of Bong a Too showing Tuesday night.
A friend meets a young lazy author on the street and asks about the novel. The author proudly says he has begun it. Weeks later the friend asks again and the author sheepishly admits he is still only beginning the book.
Two Chicago men recounting a third man's fortune note his first lucky strike came from eggs. He bought 10,000 dozen, stored them cold, and sold for a profit over 300 percent. The remark ends with a wry pun about hens laying it.
News from Raritan Independent notes that Lindeau will soon receive gas service, while Piscataway remains largely unchanged. The report highlights local progress without current effects in Piscataway.
Possum is rising from humble status to valued commodity. Presidential recognition sparked new honors, and several possum farms have begun in Australia. One farm dedicated to possums opened in Victoria’s eucalyptus belt, while a Western Australia company formed to breed them across about 200,000 acres of eucalyptus country.
A Highland girl eagerly awaits an American cousin and forms ideas about Americans. She stares at the guest, thinking her hair is tighter and skin lighter than expected. Her mother corrects the rude behavior and explains differences.
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