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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
3
Eighth grade graduates of Emmet county will receive diplomas tomorrow at the annual commencement and Farm Bureau picnic in Armstrong starting at ten in the morning. The processional for 200 graduates opens the program and runs through the morning, with a noon meal following.
Eighth grade pupils must meet on the East Side of the courthouse by 8:30 a.m. Transportation will be provided to Armstrong by the Chamber of Commerce. Volunteers with cars are urged to offer rides to ensure all pupils reach the courthouse by 8:30.
A detailed schedule lists a morning program with processional invocation by Rev. Beade, music, declamatory and musical contests, an address by M. L. South, flag drill, diplomas, and benediction. After lunch the Farm Bureau features a band, flag ceremony, and sports including a baseball game, with school bands from Estherville Armstrong Kingston and Wallingford.
Superior June 13 Mr and Mrs Harry Ruckman enjoyed a large family gathering at home with seven cars bringing relatives from Chicago and Springfield. Attendees included Arthur Spensier Emmet Ruckman Joan Melvin and Marvin Spensler Floyd Small and daughters Joyce and Betty Jean.
Adolph Sampson faces a three month jail term in Emmet county for drunken conduct after a June 6 arrest in a neighboring county. He was serving a ten day sentence there for intoxication while a suspended sentence of three months at hard labor and a $300 fine from October 20, 1933 for illegal possession of intoxicating liquor hung over him. Parole to John Lilley, chief of police, was revoked by Judge Davidson following the Dickinson county escapade.
Milk dealers in Spencer Milford and Arnolds Park raised milk prices from eight to ten cents per quart effective last Monday. Cream price remains ten cents per half pint due to higher feed costs and pasture shortages.
A lengthy roster of names appears in a fragmented public notice style. The list includes Iverson Rathman Rustad Skattebo Weir Christiansen Clara Cole Cody Holen Johnson Kerns McGuinn Meyers Nelson Olson Paulsen Weis and many others across multiple families and communities. The string resembles a roll call or member directory with numerous personal names and surnames.
Superior June 13 28 alumni attended the H S Alumni banquet at Olson's hall despite heavy rain Decorations were by the Ladies Aid with pink green and white motifs and peony and rose centerpieces The program included processional toastmaster Bong of note song and a girls quartet At the business meeting Leslie Johnson was re elected president Charles Leopold vice president and Lyle Lewis secretary treasurer of the Superior high Alumni association
Mrs Eva Hoien of Forest City files for divorce from Iver Hoien of Estherville alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. Married in 1928 and separated in March this year. Former attorney Fred W. Krahmer of Des Moines, case likely to be heard Monday before Judge Davidson during a short term of court.
Clair Fossum, spending summer with his aunt Emma Peterson, fell from a bicycle Tuesday morning while riding along the road. He was unconscious for a few hours and suffered cuts to his face and head. He is now at home recovering and expects to return to the farm soon.
The Wallingford American Legion Auxiliary met Tuesday at Mrs. Max Goeth’s home. They thank all helpers for the popper and ice cream sale. After expenses, over seventeen dollars remained for the local unit. Wallingford will quarter the other auxiliaries in July. Further notices will follow.
A conservative and accurate measurement shows Spirit Lake rose five inches due to the recent rains. The showers were heavier in Dickinson county than in this locality.
Ten delegates will be chosen at the Republican convention held in June to attend the July 11 gathering in Emmetsburg. Nominate two judges to replace Judge James DeLand and Judge George A Heald for terms starting January 1, 1935. Counties in the district include Buena Vista Clay Dickinson Humboldt Kossuth Palo Alto Pocahontas and Emmet.
At a recent board meeting two committees were appointed to explore locating a packing plant and a small manufacturing plant here. A special panel will study Road No. 17 south of town between Wallingford and Graettinger. Members include Ed Beck and others who will approach Thlieman Manufacturing of Albert City for relocation and discuss road improvements with the Iowa State Highway Commission.
Estherville Eagles defeated Emmetsburg 5 to 3 on Sunday. Estherville pitcher allowed four hits and pitched cleanly, with strong curves that baffled Emmetsburg batters. Emmetsburg gave up four free passes to first base to Estherville runners.
Two Estherville boys placed in the A A U meet held in Minneapolis last Saturday. Kenneth Hugg won medals in the 100 and 200 yard dashes and Claude Warrington placed in the high jump. The big contest featured top track stars and Estherville was fortunate to have two entrants place.
H L Lantz from Iowa State College extension and the State Emergency Relief committee inspected community gardens and the county farm garden in Emmet county. He praised Emmet county tomato plots as the best seen and discussed cultivation and replanting with Max McMillin, the county garden supervisor, who will tour the gardens soon, mostly in Estherville.
A 1934 reversal of seasonal norms brings Florida daytime highs near 80 with daily showers while California and Iowa experience cooler, rainy spells. Riverside park band shell debates stir as Shriners prepare for Minneapolis. Grant notes cheap vegetables and common daily costs. a Colorado bridge jump near Pasadena is reported.
The Dakota division of Rock Island brotherhoods will hold a Sunday memorial for departed members with a morning service at Union Baptist Church led by Rev. Frank Yearnd and graveside dedications in local cemeteries. Services begin 11 o'clock, with a 2:30 afternoon caravan to the cemeteries. Officials list, veterans by department, and a long roll of names are included. Mrs. M. J. Groves has opened her Spirit Lake cottage for the summer.
Patricia Nadine Fillmore, daughter of Mr and Mrs Floyd D Fillmore of Cedar Rapids, married Donovan Kirby last Friday. The couple will spend the summer at a lakeside cottage with her parents attending the ceremony.
W F Hardie of the Tax Sale Division in Estherville Thursday helped several businesses with sales tax difficulties. He will address retailers at a general meeting Monday June 18 at 7 30 PM in the courthouse to answer questions on sales tax application.
The Royal Neighbors of America announce a district convention on Wednesday June 20 at Estherville city hall auditorium. Committees include reception led by Mrs. Lanning and others. refreshment by several couples. escort team as serving committee. Morning session features address of welcome by Florence Bridges and committee appointments. Afternoon program lists singing led by Mae Donnelly and introductions of Supreme Officers, roll call of camps, and district records reading.
A Rousseau cafe was robbed after hours with cigarettes as the main loot. Thieves used a back door panel, broke glass, and left tire marks from a truck. Items stolen included cigars tobacco clothing cameras and cash five dollars. Sheriff Fredericksen will file fingerprints to aid capture.
A Maple Hill Sunday School program featured songs, exercises by boys, piano solos, readings, a duet, and a benediction. Afterward attendees enjoyed a picnic at Tuttle Lake. Jim Hill is the superintendent and attendance was good. A closing note mentions a banquet at local churches.
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