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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1917
Page
5
A Sunday morning scene shows Jim waking from comfort to a moral awakening. He recalls Europe’s war horrors and resolves to apply compassion and duty, testing his own faith and joining church to stand for others. His shift from routine work to spiritual action is sparked by vivid images of suffering.
Des Moines dispatch reports Iowa faces loss of a 2 cent state fare and possible rate increases after Supreme Court Shreveport decisions and interstate rulings. Dwight Lewis warns Iowa may be compelled to raise state freight rates to match interstate levels, risking an annual $14 million freight bill and broader rate protests. The railroad commission seeks $42,000 to fight upcoming challenges.
The Johnston Mud Road Bill faces Governor Harding’s non endorsement as backers try to label it administration. Harding’s letter urges local voters to decide taxes or bonds for road work, while Johnston officials deny it is an administration measure. Fresh ads and local business notices follow, including classifieds and a weekly weather forecast for the Upper Mississippi Valley and Plains States.
The Ringsted Presbyterian young people's class presented a talent play raising 65 dollars, repeating at Fenton for 45 dollars. At a Monday executive meeting Mrs. Lucy Philips was elected to lead Home and Visitation, and Mr. B B Anderson was named superintendent of the adult department. Attendance reports are not timely. Hazel Bemis, Secretary.
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