Directors Elected for Next Year at Chamber Meeting
The fifteenth annual Chamber of Commerce meeting at Gardston hotel elected twelve directors including W. A. Beymer F. B. Rhodes Axlates C. D. Tedrow Chas. Kigore James Rainey L. R. Buckingham H. M. Lambert Ed Berube F. M. Jones and L. M. Christ mae. A report by Secretary Bieder praised year’s activities and Homecoming day was set for June 17. The reorganization of the Estherville band and plans for a stronger community club were discussed as the city faces prosperity and awaits improving business conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
Gardston
Popular
Board of Direct Works
W. A. Beymer
F. BH. Rhodes A Xlates
C. D. Tedrow
Chas. Kigore
J James Rainey
L. R. Buckingham
H. M. Lambert
Ed Berube
F. M. Jones
L. M. Christmae
Bieder
Estherville
Lamber
Frei Whi
Commercial Club
Eatherville
Bemis Rider Hurt After Horse Throws Him
Sim Bemis, son of Mr and Mrs Sidney Bemis, was badly injured while riding yesterday evening. He attempted to jump a ditch when the horse reared and threw him, breaking a collarbone and hitting head and shoulder. He is resting as well as expected and friends hope for a swift recovery. Rev E Turner III related the incident.
Fats Rarin to Go in Base Ball Game
Local readers learn of an upcoming baseball clash between the Fat team led by Captain Lawrence and the lean town players. The Fat squad boasts heavy hitters near 300 pounds and aims to field a long field and warm weather to sweat out practice. The challenge text promises a dramatic, humorous setup with Bevo supplied by the lean squad and gate receipts diverted to doctor and undertaker expenses. LeRoy Miller survives a bicycle collision with a Ford driven by Dr. Stagg, suffering minor injuries and a demolished front wheel.
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Lawrence
A. J. Flaucher
LaGrone
Richardson
Raney
Anderson
Shadle
Capt
Estherville
Leana
H. B. Lawrence
Leroy Miller
Estherville Tire Co
Lincoln Street
LeRoy
Ford
Dr. Stagg
Roy
Supt Green Transfers from Rock Island to Cedar Rapids
Supt Green left Saturday for Cedar Rapids to assume train master duties for the Rock Island railroad. The demotion followed reduced divisions on the line, not a lack of efficiency. Green, after 32 years with BCR and N and then Rock Island, had risen from station master at Sibley to superintendent of the Dakota division before the latest change.
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Green
Cedar Rapids
Rock Island Railroad
G. A
BCR & N
Sibley
Gren
Bupt
Rock Island Road
Fueie
Norman Inman Kills Prairie Wolf in Town Exhibit
Norman Inman disposed of a pest wolf on a local farm and received a $10 bounty. Eight young wolves were captured by John Morillo, each earning $4, with the den dug four feet underground. The display drew large crowds as wolves have been plentiful in the Ryan Lake area this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norman Inman
Tate Wolf
Borfiedd
Mr. Inman
John Morillo
John
Ryan Lake
Oldsmobile Four Car Demonstrated by Richardson Bros
Richardson Bros. and Kerr host a demonstration of the new Oldsmobile Four car, drawing local interest by showing steep grades and power. Factory rep W. E. Betts assists buyers, with KR. L. Adams from Omaha also present. A used car sale runs concurrently, turning the showroom into a gathering place for motorists this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richardson Bros. & Kerr
Jon
W. E. Betts
KR. L. Adama
Omaha
Farmers Union Meeting at Odd Fellows Hall May 11
The regular F. E. and C. U. meeting will be held at Odd Fellows Hall on Wednesday evening May 11. Local 249 will present a program followed by lunch and a social hour. Members should bring lunch for their families and coffee will be provided. Discussions on timely topics to follow. Swartz, Sec-Treas. VD. Women’s Club Meeting canceled. no date set, only May 10 listed.
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Farmers Union
Odd Fellows Hall
Estherville Team Poised for Strong Meet Effort
Coach outlines Estherville athletes readiness for upcoming meet referencing Hemingsen Brees Gruwall Shiley Snedth Carey R Strid T Strid W Logue Bale. He stresses balanced squad, strong relays, light practice, and urging citizen support for the visitors to push leaders to the limit.
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Uagedale An
Will
Rathven
Willeampete
Estherville
Hemingsen
Brees
Gruwall
Shiley
Snedth
Carey
R. Strid
T. Strid
W. Logue
Bale
Fine Sale of China Famine Stamps Reported
The sale of famine stamps has raised more than $140 in value so far, reflecting strong community support. Relief operations proceed with capable leadership and a hearty response from the public.
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China
Masons Hear Lectures by Prof Shimek in Spencer
Twenty two local Masons traveled to Spencer Monday for a Masonic lecture by Prof Shimek of Iowa State University. The crowded Masonic temple auditorium drew members from nearby towns and Estherville. Attendees included Ralph McKay J M Hale L Heffelinger Jay Heffelinger R B D Shoemaker Vance Noe Glenn Wannamaker Lay Wannamaker W E Turner I Ham BR D Heidenburk John Walley Art Erickson A G Perry Ralph Rossan John Strube George Lorimer Mark Skein Frank Webb and others.
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Spencer
Shimek
Iowa State University
Masonic Temple
Order
Estherville
Ralph McKay
J. M. Hale
L. Heffelinger
Jay Heffelinger
RB. D. Shoemaker
Vance Noe
Glenn Wannamaker
Lay Wannamaker
W. E. Turner
I. Ham
BR. D. Heidenburk
John Walley
Art Erickson
A. G. Perry
Ralph Rossan
John Strube
George Booth
al Reine
C. B. Graham
Geo. Lorimer
Mark Skein
Frank Webb
Sidewalk Construction Expands in Business District
New sidewalks are being laid across the business district this week. Several crews are widening the pavement to improve the city’s appearance once finished. The project signals noticeable urban improvement and enhanced pedestrian access.
May Day Musical Rehearsals Resume After Illness
Work on the May Day musical resumes after a director's illness with rehearsals for altos and a Maiden casting. A Grand Theatre performance date is set, with ticket sales starting and organizers urging all singers and friends to attend the first full run through.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford Claire Fodte
Estherville Youth Excels at Grinnell College
A Estherville boy displays strong performance while attending Grinnell College. The note praises his progress and wishes continued success at the institution of learning.
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Estherville Boya
Grinnell
Wits
Mrs Graaf Hosts Birthday Dinner for Miss Mary Carey
A social gathering was held at the Graafs apartments in honor of Miss Mary Carey. Sixteen close friends were invited to an elegant dinner and a lively evening ensued. Carey is noted as a popular young city resident.
Knights Templar Visit Esdraelon to Emmetsburg for Ascension Day
Knights Templar of Esdraelon Commandry with wives travel to Emmetsburg Thursday to observe Ascension Day. A forenoon cemetery decoration at Oak Hill in this city precedes an afternoon delegation and Red Grass degree in Emmetsburg, followed by a banquet and local entertainment.
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Knights Templar OF
Estherville
Emmetsburg
Knights Templar
Esdraelon
Oak Hill Cemetery
Aerial Program by John Murray Set for Sunday
John Murray prepares for the aerial season opening with an exhibition next Sunday at three o'clock featuring a wing walker. He will carry passengers from a field east of the city, and a large crowd is expected to watch the thrills. The event aims to please all observers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murray
Mr. Murray
Gino and Company announce new Iowa geography text
Alison E. Aitchison of the State Teachers College introduces a geography book for Iowa students. Aitchison is noted as a longtime city resident and early educator in local schools, shaping the region’s academic community.
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Alison Aitchison
Gino and Company
Iowa
Alison E. Aitchison
State Teachers College
Miss Aitchison
Knights of Pythias Medal Distribution in Estherville High
Estherville residents are invited to spend a day in the city as plans unfold for next week’s announcements. The local Knights of Pythias Lodge will present three scholar ship medals for civ il government to Estherville High School winners with gold silver and bronze awards for first second and third in final exams. Initiated by the Grand Lodge of Iowa to boost civic study, the medals are now on display at H B Lawrence clothing store.
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Knights OF Pythias
Knights of Pythias Lodge
Estherville High School
Grand Lodge of Iowa
Estherville Lodge
H. B. Lawrence
Estherville Chamber Financial Statement April 1921
The Estherville Chamber of Commerce reports April receipts and disbursements including on hand balances. Items listed include memberships due 208, budget payments 275.28, salaries for March and April, public publicity 24.45, banquet costs 142.25, office supplies 18.19, and rest room salary 40.00, ending with a May 1 balance of 2214.37 and total 2685.56.
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Estherville Chamber OF Commerce
Lance
Ethel Gustafson Takes Seventh in Interstate Spelling
Ethel Gustafson, winner of the county spelling contest in Emmet county, placed seventh at the interstate spelling contest in Wayne Nebraska. She represented Iowa Minnesota Nebraska and South Dakota counties and did not miss a word, lasting several rounds after the dictionary was resorted.
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Ethel Gustafson
Emmet
Wayne
Neb
Iowa
Minnesota
Nebraska
South Dakota
Ethel
Superior Farm Bureau Meeting Plans in May
A meeting of the county farm bureau and their lady auxiliaries of Superior and Richland townships will be held at Superior on Saturday May 7 at the schoolhouse for the work of the young. The girls of the club are involved.
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Superior Farm
Burseau
Syperior
Richland Townships
Superior
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E. Turner III
Bia
Fats Rarin
Supt. Green
Wit
Grand Theatre
Wilford Claire Foote
Ces Harold Fox
Marjorie Meadows
Gite
Claire Foote
Mareli
Pew
Norm Inman
Mile Erb Farm
Oldsmobile
BE. Swartz
Sec-Treas
Weeniegs
Leven
Wardy
Mre
Wilson
At. H
Methodist
Vedson
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