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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1909
Page
4
The town consensus favors expanding rail access to become a distributing point for wholesale firms. Interurban lines are under discussion to connect Iowa towns, with benefits for travel between local points and aiding larger centers.
It is suggested the commercial club work with the county board of supervisors to improve roads to Estherville. While townships and the supervisors handle road and bridge repairs, the town should fund upkeep to keep them in first-class condition year round, as good roads attract people and commerce.
La Follette has approved Dolliver, signaling them to seek another representative option. The move shifts the field for supporters of the standpat approach and narrows potential choices for party alignment.
The Dode Fisk’sGreat Combined Shows parade a vast roster of novelties and performers. The production boasts unlimited funds and top acts across all departments, promising high quality over sheer size. Mlle Grazeuse, TULOpe premier bareback rider, is featured among the line up.
A touring circus and carnival act features a Arabian horse rider, daring trapeze feats, chariot races, and Roman games under a big tent. Clowns perform across a network of ropes and rigs as a colorful midway adds amusement and color. The Code Fish Great Combined Shows appear Friday September 24 under local militia auspices.
In Kin… Cedar Rapids paper reports ex resident Joe Carberry, once respected, is jailed on larceny from a building charge after milkman J H Carberry is implicated in chicken theft involving a Plymouth Rock hen. Police seize stolen goods and ar raignment sets appearance bond at 900.
Sherif Butler visited Maple Hill Monday. Wm McArdie now on the Sioux Falls passenger run. Charles Tropadale from Cedar Rapids earlier this week. Attorney B W Coon a professional visitor to Spirit Lake Tuesday. Dr Osher of Graettinger attended the fair in Estherville last Thursday. Francis Albro went to Chicago for the American Conservatory of Music. Chas Murtagh cashier Ringsted State Bank at the fair Friday. Wmj Penn of Graettinger visited his son Robert and family early this week. Mrs N J Lee was visited by her father Mr Beemer of Des Moines last week. Mrs Charles Martinson visited Wallingford Thursday. The Spirit Lake Beacon notes a Dickinson county farm sale at 00 per acre, a high water mark for the county. Mr and Mrs K Nan expected to arrive in New York from the old country Tuesday forenoon, stay a few days, then visit Chicago before returning home, expected here about the first of the week. George Rugtiv and Mr Oleon to be home in a week or ten days.
Fragmentary quotation from Life magazine referencing reassurance to a person about their father’s intentions. The line notes courage, belief, and concern over possible harm and mentions a conversation held only yesterday.
An exchange quip notes that married people often misjudge their past choices and wrongly assume they could not have done worse, reflecting on relationships and the value of growth. The remark humorously critiques complacency in long-term partnerships.
Mr and Mrs P A McKibben start the week for Howard SD to visit their son. Mrs Margaret Penn visited Minnesota state fair and relatives in Minneapolis last week. Mr and Mrs Barber head to Spirit Lake to occupy their cottage for a few weeks. Mr and Mrs Letchford occupy Neary cottage on Spirit Lake. Episcopal church to hold a special musical service Sunday evening September 19 at 7 45 with processional hymn Selo Rock of Ages and a program of prayers duets and hymns. All are welcome.
The State Historical Society of Iowa is preparing a two volume History of Taxation in Iowa led by Professor John E. Brindley of Iowa State College. Volume I covers general property tax and special taxes including banks, insurance, utilities, inheritances, mortgages, and credits. Volume II focuses on railroad taxation with eight chapters and a revenue system analysis. Des Moines anticipates a large Taft reception and army tournament next week if the vice presidents attend.
A banquet scene recalls a witty exchange as toasts are offered to famed pets. The poet rises and proposes a toast to those "who are pick," prompting a sharp reply from Carrick to a critical lady about his talkativeness.
A quip from Puck reflects on the imbalance in newspaper ads, noting eleven lost items to one found. It suggests finders are less eager to publish than those who lose, after two thousand years of moral teaching.
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