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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1923
Page
1
A local reflection argues for Chamber of Commerce unity to combat disloyalty among members. It cites cases of vendors and dealers acting against the common good and urges new firms to be welcomed and engaged, so the chamber can promote city institutions through patronage and cooperation.
An elderly printer claims a $4,000 Hearst prize for a simulated trek from Miami to Seattle in 150 days. He travels on foot, barred from riding, and says he reached Estherville after 71 days, claiming a six day lead. His route via Milford Emmetsburg suggests possible misdirection or a publicity tour. Delinquent dog tax notices fill two pages in local papers.
Iowa governor Kendall earns public thanks for vetoing the legislature's two cent gas tax measure that passed in the recent session.
The Estherville Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual meeting Monday night May ith at the Gardston Hotel. Dinner at 7 o’clock, election of twelve director members, and a year in review with plans for the coming year. Arthur Brayton of the Merchants Trade Journal Des Moines will be the principal speaker, followed by general discussion and member input.
A citizen argues against withdrawing Estherville township from the school system. He warns of three costly options: tuition to Estherville, new one room schools, or a consolidated school. He notes location challenges, likely six new buildings, high costs, and doubts a consolidated setup would improve education. He compares local taxes and overdraft history, claiming Estherville’s current system is financially steadier with reduced debt and a lower levy outlook.
Fairmont High tops Estherville and seven rivals in the Seventh annual Upper Des Moines Valley meet held on the home field last Saturday. Bill Bale led with 23 points while Coffie Shultz Dunham and Gruwell claimed multiple placements in sprints and distance events. Team rivalry including Hiles Celegska and Moore highlighted a close meet with Bale, Shiley and others accounting for top finishes in hurdles, pole vault, high jump and relays. The twelve schools plan another meet later this year to defend last year's success and boost participation.
Nostalgic piece touts a three ring circus with bands, wild beasts, clowns and the aerial lion. It invites families to Estherville in May for a rain or shine celebration, asserting the show as a tonic stronger than old remedies.
Center township farmer Mr. Lyman Frazer bought a pure bred Hampshire boar from Master Brothers Mapleton. The Hill Top Lad die Look Out O Boy line, this sire aims to head Frazer’s herd and become a premier county breeder. Frazer displays the animal to visitors at Dancing Fox Lake Park Pavilion on Thursday and Sunday evenings.
A local speaker argues against secession from the county’s strong school system. He cites equipped buildings and grounds financed by taxpayers and calls for a uniform countywide system with equalized school tax. He stresses collective responsibility for education and a fair funding basis.
Committees named for a two day homecoming celebration on June 20 and 21. Officials list police, concessions, advertising, street, game, ride devices and grounds chairs. Organizers promise equal quality each day to honor returning service members.
Nettie Olivia Lind Jones born September 15 1885 in Bureau County Illinois died April 27 1923 in Estherville Iowa at age 37 leaving husband Roy E. Jones and four children Frances Mariam Robert and Charles She joined the Methodist Episcopal church and remained a faithful member Her decline came from a heart weakness after two months bedridden Funeral services were held at the Methodist Episcopal church with Rev J W LaGrone officiating Pallbearers from Estherville Fire Company and many floral offerings accompanied the burial at Oak Hill Cemetery
Jurge Coyle will open district court in the city on May 7. The docket includes civil matters and jury work. attorneys indicate a busy session with several cases pending and ready for hearing.
Forty nine Estherville Eastern Star members joined delegates from twelve chapters for the District C E 3 meeting in Spirit Lake. State officers attended including Lieutenant Governor John Hammill. a banquet followed a six o clock service with varied exemplifications and a piano presided by Miss Cora Corrie.
Conductor Ethal Hoxie aged 84 died at his McGregor home last Saturday after 65 years in railroad service. Most of his career, 57 years, was as a conductor aboard Milwaukee Road trains between McGregor and Sanborn. He was a well known figure among old settlers in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota who first rode in Hoxie’s train.
Mr A L Mitchell of Vinton father of Mrs A A Halleck died Wednesday from a stroke suffered Sunday. Funeral held Friday at the old home in Ur bana with burial there. He was seventy seven and long prominent in the region despite waning health.
Rev J W LaGrone will deliver the opening address of a Saturday night series in City Park at 8 o clock on May 5 weather permitting. He will discuss Unchronicled and Neglected Truth and topics vital to the future of the American Republic. The opening subject is Business More Dangerous than War, from the pavilion between the courthouse and library.
Uncle Billy Atkinson fell into an open cellar hole on the lot south of the opera house Thursday evening. He injured one arm and his nose, which bled for a time before stopping. He had attended a board of review meeting in the pump house earlier and stepped into the hole as he walked home with lights out.
Mrs Sadie M Davidson renews her subscription to the Vindicator and Republican. Former Estherville librarian and wife of Emmet County former county superintendent writes from Minneapolis that every copy is read by her and daughter with much interest and notes a preference for News of Earlier Days.
County teachers and students prepared all year for a Friday Play Day and Track Meet on city playgrounds. Spectacular flag and wand drills with fourteen hundred children headline a morning of games and a community dinner, followed by a full afternoon of grade and high school track events with detailed schedules and weight class tags for participants.
Announcement invites all to the LaPlaza Hotel Spirit Lake opening of the new cafeteria on May 6 at noon with a surprise for guests. The notice mentions updated electroliers and decor, while a line of text notes W. Ghoslin underwent surgery Sunday and is satisfied with the outcome.
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