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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1915
Page
2
Editor Wilkow states that neutral ships must be allowed safe passage and warns Germany of consequences for torpedoing American ships. He emphasizes that any attack endangers lives and property of U S citizens and may lead to retaliation if neutrality is violated.
Memorial Day events are detailed including services at Mokehtureh and East and West Side cemeteries, with performances by High School Orchestra and a violin recital. Posts list unclaimed mail and a local pharmacist ad appears amid program notes and a message about advertising at the South Drug Store.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt mocks slicing in golf and proposes a bizarre egg remedy. It suggests placing eggs near the ball to train a straight line and promises discipline or resignation if the eggs break.
A playful verse from the New York Evening Bulletin notes that youth brings strength. It humorously contrasts onions with cloves or rye, declaring the scallion’s odor lingers longest. The poem calls the scallion rare but not a secret vice.
The may 26 trade edition promises extensive listings from Estherville merchants for trade week. Editor Biernatzki commends the progressive spirit of local business interests and aims to feature live-wire participants, urging every business to contribute and welcome patrons. An excursion to Florida is advertised for June to view warm weather, with details at the Winchester office.
A fragmented notice covers theatre, church services and education tied to a May schedule. It notes Lotte Pickford in The Diamond From The Sky scene requiring white roses, and lists Methodist church events including Sunday School at noon, a Baptist review, and a Two Fold Law of Love sermon. Dr Forsythe and Rev Mitchell are slated for addresses and memorial service next Sabbath.
Jas M Patchett announces readiness to perform cement work and chimney services with guaranteed results. Contact Estherville Iowa phone A73. Fourteen week figure noted.
Movie fans of Charlotte Burton, star of The Diamond Frantie Sky, send hundreds of letters to influence Santa Barbara front office ratings. Misa Isurton reportedly receives many letters. The Relief Corps will host a tea at W L Macaffee’s home Thursday afternoon.
Des Moines reports show unusually warm weather early in the week with a cold finish and frost in many areas. Rain was light and uneven, with none in the southwest and over an inch in northern Hardin and southern Kossuth. Frost damaged garden crops and fruit in some areas, cherries dropped badly, apples remain in good condition, and about 75 percent of corn is planted with moisture needed in southern counties. Grain and other crops are generally in good condition but may suffer if rain is scarce. Director M. Chappel announces the weekly summary.
Mrs. John Oseeed and her children returned Monday after a short visit with her parents Mr. and Mrs. BS Deming on Spirit Lake.
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