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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1934
Page
1
The article surveys views on national recovery and unemployment, cites Adolf Hitler’s alleged killings, discusses grain prices amid poor harvests, reflects on Washington era principles, and notes General Johnson’s stance on NRA management with a brisk editorial voice.
The Fairmont Sentinel reports higher costs from NRA compliance as it pays a $131.25 assessment toward administration, equaling $5.25 per employee. The add on NRA costs will drive ad rates up soon, already requiring a small rise in job charges.
Mrs. Nolan Boggess underwent a minor operation at Coleman hospital last night. Delbert Hinsch spent the weekend in Cedar Rapids visiting his brother Milton and friends. Mrs. A. J. Hamilton and daughter of Graettinger visited Mrs. Annette Wylder. Miss Beverly Harris of Eldora visits grandparents Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Mlindt on North Eighth street. An eight and a half pound daughter was born Sunday night to Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Stoddard. Miss Alta Worth and Miss Enna Waddell of Sioux City spent the weekend with Miss Irene Kohl. Attorney T. R. Valenta of Minneapolis visited the Boggess home. Lora Emily Lawrence plans two weeks in Des Moines. Miss Ethel Koenecke of Lisbon, Iowa visits grandmother Mrs. Lou Mathwig and aunts Misses Edith and Laura Mathwig. Ruth Smith and niece Betty Smith return from Knoxville visiting an uncle Alex Smith.
Five girls drowned or died after slipping into Lake Okoboji while wading. Local vacationers and two physicians aided in rescues but two revived, two more found lifeless. Bodies returned to Orange City for burial after a double service at First Reformed church, with separate funeral plans at each home.
The Biological Survey explains overhunting and drought have reduced waterfowl supplies. Past drainage destroyed millions of acres of marshes. Revenues from the new hunting stamp are to restore land for wildlife and buy additional marsh lands. The program may yield $600,000 to $1,000,000 annually, with extra federal funds planned for expanding sanctuaries.
Emmet County Iowa board met with all members present on July 6 1934. Minutes of prior meeting approved. Thomas Nivison Justice of the Peace report approved. County Treasurer's May 31 1934 cash balances listed across banks and depositories. Notices authorized regarding settlement avoidance for Lloyd Baker family. Property tax estimates set for multiple funds. Meeting adjourned to July 7.
Saturday night guests in the winning car of Dr. and Mrs. 3. P. Clark and Miss Jessie Hepp collected valuable items from a scavenger hunt. Miss Kathryn Lee of Lake Forest, Illinois, is a guest of Mr. and Mrs. N. J. Lee. The hunt ran from 9 to 11:25 with a luncheon afterward. the prize went to Dr. S. G. Ewen, Robert Lee, Mrs. James White, and Mrs. George Bale. The event included a luncheon and notable attendees. Move to Cedar Rapids follows as Mr. and Mrs. C. F. McWilliams and Mrs. Esther Morgan relocate for work. Mr. McWilliams becomes foreman of the back shops.
Nineteen rural schools in Emmet county received standard school money totaling 537.74 this week to fund equipment, subject to teacher qualifications, schoolhouse construction, maintenance, and pupil numbers. The largest payment went to Swan Lake Township No. 2, with other district payments ranging from 50.84 to 21.51. Also noted is Dorothy Klopp visiting relatives with John Torrens in Minneapolis and International Falls.
County fund entries show supervisors C E Fuller 64.60, E S Camden 74.30, N QO Osher 71.80, R S Bryan 45.10, I Ellerston 42.15. This item catalogs payments to five supervisors with their respective figures.
The F M Jones company elevator, with 99 000 bushel capacity and valued at 10 000 dollars, was destroyed by fire on Monday around 10 o clock. Insurance stood at about 8 000 dollars. Community notes report various residents’ visits and travels in July 1904.
Mr Vogt of Emmet township and Mrs A N Leedahl with three small children visit their old Wisconsin home while Supervisor Jenking of Swan Lake travels to the area to obtain material for Brown Creek bridge repairs. The Harness Shop at Sillge and Son advertises new gold-letter signage and a fresh paint job. Emmet County Teachers Normal Institute will be held September 1 for two weeks under E H Ballard counts j superintendent, and all prospective teachers are urged to attend.
Henry Hower has temporarily discontinued the square dance contest held every Saturday night at the Grand theatre due to farmers being busy.
Crescent Country Club members met Thursday with Mrs. Henry Olson hosting a business meeting and program led by Mrs. L La Clements. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Leon. Guests included Mrs. Henry Goecke Miss Alvina Goecke Mrs. Harold Reed Mrs. M. Beaver and Mrs. Lynch.
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