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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1967

Page

7

Girl Scout Tea Celebrates Brownie Fly Up and Badges

Girl Scout Troop 314 entertained mothers with a March 28 tea at the Legion hall. The program included the Promise, laws, and hand shake, plus songs from camp. Mrs. Orth and Mrs. Loftsgard explained badges and pins. Girls received health aid and collector badges and a wild rose troop crest.

the Legion Hall Leo Orth Raymond Loftsgard World Association Nancy Anderson Debbie Brenda Orth

Clermont Lutheran Parish Events Snapshot

The Clermont Lutheran Parish notes April church activities led by Pastor Roger W. Peterson. ALCW hostesses Mdins and Gisleson plan programs on April 6 and 7 include 8th grade confirmation, church council, Sunday school and worship, Bethel Series, Jr Chair, Sr Chair, and Luther League basketball at the Jr High gym.

Clermont Lutheran Parish Roger W. Peterson Eas Clermont Thurs ALCW Millard Gisleson Henry Anderson Andrew Wattrud Merril Gunderson Arthur Helgerson Ames Olson Church Council Sun Sun'day School

St Peters Catholic Church Liturgy Schedule

Sundays feature sung liturgy at 8 and 10 a m with Saturday service at 8 50 a m CCD classes follow confessions with sessions from 4 to 8 p m

St. Peter’s Catholic Church

Leaders Hold Community Promotion Meeting

The Clermont Community Club promotion committee hosted a meeting of Community Organization leaders on Thursday evening March 30 to outline current status and future plans for Montauk, former Gov William Larrabee's home, as a Town State Historical Society site. Henry Follett, chair, opened with a summary and urged broad community involvement. Mires Robert Lindsey, Postville, niece of Gov Larrabee, shared a brief history. The session answered questions and centered on plans for this summer’s festival.

Clermont Community Club Montauk William Larrabee State Historical Society Henry Follett Follett

Want Ads Result Tips for Quick Local Finds

Want ads offer fast results for buying selling and services. Find buyers sellers and opportunities with concise listings and clear contact details in a single column.

Illinois alfalfa seed winners promoted by local cooperative

The notice highlights the top four alfalfas from about 50 varieties in Illinois seed trials. It urges readers to buy from their tax paying community cooperative and hints at a salesman being sent to the countryside if sales are not made locally.

Illinois

Baptism of Jerilynn Kay Barnholtz in West Clermont

Jerilynn Kay Barnholtz, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jerry Barnholtz of Dejour, was baptized by Rev Roger Peterson at West Clermont Lutheran Church Sunday morning. Sponsors were LaRita Olson and Gordon Olson by absence. Dinner guests included Norman Olson and Becky, Mr and Mrs Barnholtz, Mr and Mrs Maynard Lantz, Mrs Emma Olson of West Union, Mrs Mabel Schmidt of Castalia, and Hervey Schmidt of Decorah.

Jerilyon Kay Jerry Baarnholtz Dejearah Roger Peterson West Clermont Lutheran Church LaRita Olson Gordon Olson Normal Olson Becky Barnholtz Maynard Lantz Emma Olson West Union Mabel Schmidt Castalia Hervey Schmidt Decorah

Larrabee Leaders Elect Officers

The Larrabee Leaders met Thursday March 30 to elect officers. Mike Olson is Treasurer Regina Durnan is Historian Tracey Miller is Secretary Vicky Hinsenbock is Vice-President and Vickie Wright is President They also voted to sponsor a fall school art show.

Larrabee Mike Olson Regina Durnan Tracey Miller Vicky Hinsenbock Vickie Wright

Moeller Muchow wed in Oelwein ceremony

Jeanne Liwine Moeller daughter of Mr and Mrs Lester A Moeller Stanley and Dennis L Muchow son of Mr and Mrs Guy E Muchow Clermont were married Sunday April 2 at Zion American Lutheran Church Oelwein Rev L I Streich officiated Two bouquets of yellow and white pompons adorned the altar Mrs E P Schuchmann presided at the organ Wanda McElree sang The Lord s Prayer and Because The bride wore a lace gown over peau with empire waist and detachable train Her veil was silk English illusion A Swiss crown held her waist length veil She carried a white Bible topped with yellow and white blooms Patricia Mosher served as maid of honor Julia Moeller was flower girl Michel Ryan carried the rings Best man Ditties performed by Roger Vauslin Ushers James Moeller Gerald Suckow Larry Moeller and Guy Dietz Men wore black tuxedos Bridegroom wore a yellow rose boutonniere After a church reception hosts were Mr and Mrs Paul J Ryan Ethyl Oberfell A rehearsal dinner followed at the Sportsmen Club They will live in Clermont after April 6

Jeanne Liwine Moller Oelwein Lester A. Moeller Stanley Dennis L. Muchow Guy E. Muchow Clermont L. I. Streich Zion American Lutheran Church E. P. Schuchmann Wanda McElree Patricia Mosher West Union James Moeller Cedar Rapids Gerald Suckow Larry Moeller Guy Dietz Art Roses Co Moeller Guy Muchow Sportsmen Club Mrs. Muchow

Dinner guests in Postville and Luann Dundee appear in social column

Mrs. Alyce Flack of Postville was a dinner guest Sunday of Wayne Flack and his family in Luann and David. Also visiting were Mr and Mrs John Dundee of Postville along with Bonnie Dundee Luann and Mr and Mrs Dennis Dundee for Sunday supper with Mr and Mrs Phil Steffens.

Alyce Flack Postville Wayne Flack Luann David John Dundee Bonnie Dundee Dennis Dundee Phil Steffens

Junior Auxiliary Meeting Notice At Legion Hall

Junior Auxiliary members will meet at the Legion Hall April 12 with Anita and Debbie Skel ton as hostesses. Each family please bring a round plastic detergent bottle. All members please try and be present. Please remember the Spring Conference at Protiv in April 15.

Legion Hall Anita Debbie Skelton Protiv

Fire department battles grass fire at William Wede farm

Cler mont Fire Department responded Thursday afternoon to a grass fire at the William Wede farm. Neighbor Leslie Anderson was burning brush when the blaze spread, consuming about 15 acres of hay and grass land.

Clermont Fire Department William Wede Leslie Anderson

Anniversary Dinner Honors Five and Fifty One Years

Mr and Mrs Clarence Tatro entertained at a dinner Sunday to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Mr and Mrs Paul Noggle and the 51st anniversary of Mr and Mrs Vern Pratt. West Union April 4. Guests included Lynne and Michelle Noggle Silvis IL Mr and Mrs Ronald Tatro Kevin Marion Mr and Mrs Harold Hobson Algona Mr and Mrs Harold Schumacher Whittemore Mr and Mrs Walter Pratt Jane and Mrs Ed Walker Cedar Rapids Mr Virgil Pratt Denise West Union and Miss Susan Jones Elgin.

Clarence Tatro Paul Noggle Vern Pratt West Union Lynne Michelle Noggle Silvis Til Ronald Tatro Kevin Marion Harold Hobson Algona Harold Schumacher Whittemore Walter Pratt Jane Ed Walker Cedar Rapids Virgil Pratt Denise Susan Jones Elgin

Town and Country Club Meeting

The Town and Country Club met March 30 at Mrs Delmer Kingery s home. Fourteen members attended with devotions and the American Creed. Three new members joined Dona Laning Nelson and Allen Grimes. Representatives to the Fayette County Federation meeting were chosen, and Mary Lacock spoke on Creating Beauty In the Home.

Town and Country Club Delmer Kingery Dean DeSart Dona Lanaing Robert Nelson Allen Grimes William Nelson Henry Follett Fayette County Reuben Steffans Mary Lacock Fayette

Gold Bond Stamp Winners at Leo's U Save announced

Gold Bond Stamp winners this week at Leo's U Save include Elmer Kohls Mrs Sophie Vasby Andine Vasby Mrs Laura Olson and Mrs Richard Griebe winner list updated this week at the local store.

Leo’ U-Save Elmer Kohls Sophie Vasby Andine Vasby Laura ‘Olson Richard Griebenow

De Sales Art and Science Fair Set for Sunday

De Sales Grade School hosts its annual Art and Science Fair Sunday from 1 30 to 3 30 p m in the De Sales Central High School gymnasium Exhibit space will showcase mosaics collages paintings drawings and 3 dimensional works by grades 1 through 8 with science displays by grade level Exhibits will be judged by De Sales High School faculty with ribbons for first second and third in art and science High School art students will display in the library including pen and ink drawings tempera paintings jewelry sculpture and constructions under Sister Mary Narcissa supervision The high school library show is Sunday April 9 from 1 30 to 3 30 p m

de Sales de Sales Central High School de Sales High School de Sales High ‘School Mary Narcissa C.S.F

Country Cousins 4-H Club Met in Backwards Meeting

Clermont County Cousins 4-H Club gathered at the McNeils home in April with demonstrations on table appointments crossword puzzles and manners. Members voted to donate five dollars to IFYE and were invited to a roller skating party at Strawberry Point on April 3. Seventeen members brought items to the meeting for judging and lunch was served.

Country Cousins Clermont Diane Colleen Carol McNeil Nancy Nelson Kathleen Gunderson Wanda Frick

Bucks Drawing Names Drawn For Prizes

Saturday after noon the Bucks Prizes were drawn with four prizes listed. Jack Dibble was not present for no 1 but Mrs Flos ie Gass and Mrs Herbert Martin were present for their prizes. Next Saturday April 8 the drawing will offer 100 30 10 and 10 dollars.

Bucks Jack Dibble Flossie Gass Willet Miller Herbert Martin

Clermont Pin Corp Incorporation Notice in Iowa

On March 3 1967 the Secretary of State issued a certificate for Clermont Pin Corp under Iowa Business Corporation Act. Corporate existence begins March 13 1967 with perpetual duration and authorized capital stock of 400 shares at $100 each. Registered office Vine and Union Streets Clermont Fayette Iowa. John W Nelson registered agent. Directors include John W Nelson and Lynda M Nelson. Public notice dated Clermont April 1 1967 and published April 6 1967 in Elgin Echo.

State of Iowa Clermont Pin Corp Iowa Business Corporation Vine and Union Streets Clermont Fayette John W. Nelson Lynda [M. Nelson Lynda M, Nelson Burling & Gericke Postville Elgin Echo

Clermont Ladies Aid Society Met Wednesday

The Clermont Ladies Aid Society met Wednesday March 29 at the home of Mrs. Louis Olson with Mrs. Gerald Gutcher assisting. Thirteen members responded to roll call on Thoughts of Spring with two guests present. In the absence of the president Mrs. Franz Appelman presided and the birthday song was sung for Mrs. Lenora Shipton. The group voted to give one dollar each to the Cancer and Red Cross drives and fifteen dollars to the Playground Equipment Fund. A Library Board meeting was set for Friday at 1 30 pm in the Library. Mrs. Franz Appelman presented a lesson on Science The Space Age and read a paper on Foods of the Future. Mr. and Mrs. George W. Larson visited in the Frank Hogan home in Postville. the Hogans recently moved there from near McGregor.

Clermont Ladies Aid Society Louis Olson Gerald Gutcher Franz Appelman Lenora Shipton Red Cross

Card of Thanks to Craiaat Merchants

Mrs. Flossie Gass expresses gratitude to Craiaat merchants for making it possible to win $60 last Saturday. She says the help was greatly appreciated.

Craiaat Flossie Gass

Legion Meeting Notice and Baby Named Wendy Jo

The Sheehan Olson Post No. 375 will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Legion Hall on April 16 at 8 p.m. A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Dave Smith of Postville on March 31 weighing 7 pounds 4 ounces named Wendy Jo and joining a sister Angelia. Grandparents are Mrs. Evelyn Olson and Mr. Rodney Smith.

Sheehan - Olson Legion Hall Dave Smith Postville Wendy ‘Jo Angelia Evelyn Olson Rodney Smith

Third Grade News Highlights And Incidents

At quarter end six students had perfect attendance Becky Becker Leon Griebenow Debra Humphrey Debra Kohls Brenda Orth and Mary Scott New Arithme tic Club members include Rochelle Amundson Leon Griebenow Glenda Reiersen and Tracy Tague The class finished the cotton unit and tests were held last week Ants were placed in an ant farm Tracy Tague injured her left hand in a car door and is badly bruised Brenda Orth and Mark Nelson completed reading and reporting on Invitations to Personal Reading books.

Becky Becker Leon Griebenow Debra Humphrey Debra Kohls Brenda Orth Mary Scott Rochelle Amundson Glenda Reierson Tracy Tague Mark Nelson

American Legion Auxiliary Plans April Meeting

The American Legion Auxili ary of Sheehan Olson Unit will meet April 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall with Mrs. Ruth Olson and Mrs. Dean Mitts as co-hostesses. The program will be on "Child Welfare" by Mrs. Fran Hoopman and Mrs. Wayne Flack. Mrs. Reuben Butikofer will review the National News.

American Legion Auxiliary of Sheehan Olson The Legion Hall Ruth Olson Dean Mitts Fran Hoopman Wayne Flack Reuben Butikofer

Also Mentioned on This Page

Girl Scout Grinnell Mutual Karl Miller Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company Grinnell West Clermont Nemaha Garland Tippecanies Tyler, Goodfield Apollo Clermont Cooperative Lumber Yard Jerilynn Kay Barnholtz Ladies Aid Society George W. Larson Frank Hogan Hogans McGregor Legion Notice Luther League Clermont Girls Elgin Myf Marion Boys Pioneer Interstate Bldg William Nelson, Jr Ma KI Ranmens Savings Bank Wes? Union, Iowa Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
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