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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1942
Page
4
An Iowa editorial questions the need for women military units and defense labor camps, arguing for practical work while criticizing costly uniforms and living quarters. It notes local subcontracting potential and urges business to expand wartime contracts, while praising Congress as a check on bureaucratic overreach.
Bernard, son of the soldier, reported missing in action last week, drawing pity and silence from readers. The letter notes concern over Bernard possibly being dead, referencing a message from the War Department and urging clarity and action from the community.
Ninety Brunsvold family members gathered at Fort De Fiancé State Park on Sunday June 14 for the 86th annual Brunsvold reunion. Guests from Estherville Petersburg Jackson Hanlontown Kensett Minneapolis and Illinois attended the picnic hosted by Petersburg group and the Reed family reunion was held June 7 at Dolliver with eight children present.
Members and families gathered for a covered dish luncheon Tuesday at 7 PM in the club rooms with about 45 attendees. Afterward a business meeting led by Mrs. Dennis Knudsen discussed plans for guest night on June 24.
Members gathered at the city hall for a picnic dinner meeting after weather prompted a change from the planned park event. Mrs William Clarks group served the dinner while her side lost to Mrs Willard Ruckers group in a contest for better attendance. Attendees included Mrs Lee Eveleth Mrs Arthur Yates Mrs Harry Beauman Sr Mrs George Swanson Mrs Wm Clark Mrs Fred Sternberg Mrs Roy Mitts Mrs H H Hanson Mrs Chris Juhl Mrs George Frank Mrs Harry Jones Mrs Frank Abel Mrs Willard Rucker Mrs Melvin Warren Mrs Dennis Knudsen and Mrs Belva Ross.
The office press releases stress routine correspondence and hope, stating the missing Pat is not declared dead but still believed to be alive. They acknowledge worry but remain firm that Pat may come back, emphasizing faith and continued remembrance.
Presbyterian women will meet Friday afternoon in three circles starting at 2 30 P M The World Friendship Circle includes Mrs Robert Knight with assistants Mrs FE W Knight and Mrs Richard Jyman The Christian Service Circle features Mrs John Greig with Mrs W Wagner assisting and the Good Fellowship Circle is led by Mrs Henry Beck Coordinated meet times are 2 30 P M
A Sunday picnic at Fort Defiance honored Mrs. Alva Ragsdale and her sons Charles and Larry as they prepare to move about June 25 to Southgate California to join Mr. Ragsdale in a defense plant. Attendees included Charles and Mrs. Coon, Frederick Coon and David, Mrs. Ella Davidson, Mrs. E J Sondrol, and Mr. and Mrs. Romaine Sondrol.
The ORC Auxiliary and families held a picnic at the J. S. Hackett residence last Sunday with a potluck luncheon on the lawn. The afternoon included social time and a 5:30 picnic supper. Present were Mr. and Mrs. Hackett, Miss Ruth Hackett, Mr. and Mrs. Leonard.
A 1942 Betty Crocker guide outlines three salad dressing families French, Mayonnaise, and Cooked. It explains when to use each, with recipes for Piquant French Dressing, Sweet French Dressing for fruit salads, Mayonnaise Dressing, and Cooked Salad Dressing, including measurements and preparation tips.
A long list of Rockwell City residents travels to Oskaloosa Barns City and other nearby points to visit relatives and friends. Others plan trips to California Mayo Clinic and Rochester Minnesota while several remain on family visits and extend fishing trips near Backus headquartering Mint lakes.
The Past Noble Grands will meet Friday evening at the home of Mrs Dorothy Weir with assistant hostess Mrs Wayne Vandevaner.
JOCALS Mrs Rowe spends weeks at daughter Mrs Pannell in Waterloo. Mrs Pannell, former city resident, moved to Waterloo late last year. Mr and Mrs Frederick Wilson of Rockwell City visiting Mr and Mrs C Wilson. Miss Lola Wilson visiting her parents after teaching in New Hampton. Mr and Mrs Lewis Salyers drive to Cheyenne Wyoming to visit a niece and then to Colorado Springs to see relatives. Mrs Jesses Van Buskirk of Ottosen visited Tuesday.
Estherville Lutheran Church announces services next Sunday at 9 in Norwegian with Sunday school at 10. Junior choir Thursday at 7. Midweek devotional Thursday at 8 PM. Ladies Aid Thursday next week hosted by Mesdames T. T. Sunde, Harold Stearns, Gilbert Erickson, S. L. Dow, and Orris Sunde. Circuit convention at State Line Church Friday evening to Sunday evening.
Union State Line Lutheran Church announces Sunday services at 10 46 with guest speaker Rev Arnold Flaten of Northfield. Sunday school at 9 45 and confirmation class Wednesday at 2 30. Circuit L L Convention starts Friday at 8 with Rev Thompson opening, Bible study and business Saturday, topic discussion, and messages by Rev Flaten. Lunches provided Saturday noon and Sunday noon and evening.
The article notes a Christian Science church sitiec in all Churches of Christ Scientist for Sunday June 2. It references Golden Text from Proverbs 3 19 about the Lord founding earth and establishing heavens and cites Isa 45 18 and a Mary Baker Eddy excerpt asserting God is All in all.
Morning worship at 11, class meeting at 7 30, preaching at 8. Bible school picnic planned for Friday near the band shell with Rev. E. E. Taylor leading sessions.
The regular meeting notes reveal Sunday services on June 21 with Dr. E. A. Roadman, president of Morningside College, delivering the ghost sermon at morning church. Sunday evening at 8 the Peace class led by Mrs. Elmer Jackson will meet at the Will Sidles home.
Immanuel Lutheran Church at 409 North Sixth Street invites worshipers to a 10 45 service next Sunday with Sunday school at 10. The pastor will be away at a Dunnell mission festival and Rev W Marth will lead. A service flag for the boys in the forces will be purchased with a special offering after the service. Young people meet Tuesday at 8 in the church basement for a study discussion.
Morning worship at 9 30 A M Sunday school and Bible Classes at 10 30 Bible study and prayer Thursday nights Choir practice at 9 80 The Luther League Convention of the Estherville Circuit will be held at State Line Church beginning Friday evening at 8 and continuing through Sunday All are welcome
No service or Sunday school this Sunday. Luther League Convention at State Line Church begins Friday at 8 and runs through Sunday. Choir practice Thursdays at 8. Ladies Aid meets Wednesday June 24 in church parlors hosted by Mrs. Harold Johnson and Mrs. Pete Aanonson. Sunday school picnic at Fort Defiance State Park Friday June 26 at 12 30 noon. Bring picnic dinner.
Land values rise significantly with Iowa farm land up 5 to 7 percent since spring 1941 prompting concern from W G Murray farm economist at Iowa State College. Murray notes prices now stand around 80 percent of the 1912 14 peak with Story County real estate sales reaching 118 dollars an acre, the highest since 1931, as all farm grades show gains over last year.
The Priscilla Club plans a meeting with Mrs. Charles Coon on Friday afternoon June 19. The Alpha Club will hold a Riverside Park picnic Friday afternoon in place of relatives present at the event. The local group went to Saturday and returned Sunday evening after the picnic dinner. Mrs. Marland Swanson returned home Wednesday afternoon with her baby boy from Coleman hospital.
Iowa farmers see prices rise with higher product prices and record low mortgage rates. Grade B and C farms have edged up, while officials warn that statewide land booms are unlikely due to a regional concentration of sales, high income taxes, and war bond campaigns. Authorities suggest a profits tax on land sales could curb gains. Farmers urged to pay debts and strengthen positions for postwar readjustment.
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