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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1934
Page
2
A collage of opinions and notes covers communism jokes about the world war and dry spells in Tama, hints of political gossip, and a weather stance. It reports State gasoline tax collections for May totaling 1,118,438.99 with lower refunds, plus commentary on Roosevelt and naval pageantry.
Professor Samuel Rogers of the University of Wisconsin wins a $10,000 prize for his novel Dusk at the Grove. The French instructor, father of three, was announced as the prize recipient in Madison Wisconsin.
Local notices recount visits and travels of Tracy Minnesota residents Miss Lois Inman Mrs Zelma Donstow of Ft Dodge returning home after weeks with sister Mrs Warren Dillon others include Miss Dorothy Mahlum attending Morningside College commencement at Sioux City and families moving between homes in Estherville Spirit Lake and nearby areas plus local hospital care and operations.
Dr John Harvey Kellogg head of Battle Creek Sanitarium spoke at the Florida State Horticultural Society gathering in Orlando praising Florida citrus and tropical fruits for health. He named the avocado as the perfect edible fruit and urged Florida to lead in its production while highlighting pawpaw and papaya as valuable health fruits.
The Four Mile Lake Farmers Union met at Sam Peterson’s home on Wednesday night May 30. President Georg Swanson called the meeting to order and 75 people enjoyed lunch, including ice cream, afterward. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Hornby and many others. next meeting set for June 27 at Chas Higgins’ home. Florine Brandt and Wayne VanDevanter wed in Arnolds Park on Saturday June 2 with family in attendance.
A Crest Baloon Tire and a Gallon of Oil are advertised at Gamble Storts for a price lower than many would expect for the tire. The listing emphasizes value and bargain appeal to shoppers.
Loretta Turnbull, famed speedboat racing champion, presses on with regatta entries despite ongoing threats against her life from kidnapers. She remains a leading figure in the circuit, driving wins and keeping public attention on the sport.
Sunday June 10 features a Lesson Sermon on God the Only Cause with citations from Psalm 72 Job 38 and Science and Health. The Golden Text proclaims Blessed be the Lord God the God of Israel and the lessons emphasize divine Principle universal cause and omnipresence throughout Bible passages and Eddy's work.
City ordinance prohibits bathing or swimming in the west branch of the Des Moines river and nearby pits within Estherville Iowa. Penalties include up to 30 days in jail or a fine up to 100 dollars. nonpayment may lead to jail until paid. Ordinance takes effect upon legal publication. Signed and approved June 4 1934 by Mayor M M K Whelan and City Clerk R O Clark.
Miss Edna Barker will entertain the D D D cooking club at her home Wednesday at one o'clock with an informal afternoon to follow. Attending members include Mesdames L. C. Doolittle I. J. Robinson Robert Clark Sargent Bevan G. H. Morse M. E. Wilson R. J. Ridley and the hostess. Past Matrons to Meet Thursay Mrs Wm McArdle with Mrs Owen Morton will entertain the Past Matrons club at her home Thursday afternoon. vr
A refreshment date is set by Misses Gladyce Rectand Lenore and Stella Nelson. A service at 3 pm led by Rev Beade of Armstrong. The Dorcas Society picnic will be at M Christopher home near Huntington on Saturday afternoon. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 pm. Summer school starts Monday June 10 with Miss Charlotte Carlson teaching.
Deputy game warden Ray Butler announced last week that no minnow seining will be permitted in East and West Okoboji and Silver Lake. Spirit Lake, however, has a large stock of minnows and is open to seining from that lake.
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