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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1946
Page
2
Elizabeth Herlong hosts Spratt and the wounded German refugee Kessler for dinner as World War I memories surface. A conversation with Kessler stirs Elizabeth’s past and hints at a concealed history between Elizabeth and him.
Elizabeth recalls meeting a man named Kessler during a night at the studio and a cocktail party. He becomes a steady visitor, quietly befriending her family while hints of a past and a lingering recognition trouble her. A Margaret party test confirms growing ties and questions leftover from a possible earlier meeting.
Many insecticides and fungicides stain wood, painted surfaces, or stone. This should be considered when working with ornamental shrubs and vines around buildings.
Storing onions requires a fairly dry cellar not moist air. Keep them in darkness or subdued light at about 32 degrees, or tolerate higher warmth up to 50 degrees in suitable conditions.
Former county superintendent LiG. Meyer of West Union spoke April 9 on the lives and customs of people in India and Burma. The talk title was India and Burma Under Tropical Skies, reflecting decades with the Red Cross and postings in Asia. Senior activities note progress on the annual and a humorous skit The Lamp Went Out presented for a sales promotion.
On April 9 juniors sponsored a high school Fun Night opening with girls class tournament finals. Sophomores defeated 6th graders 23 to 12 led by Dora Medberry as top scorer. Alice Grimm had 6. Freshmen beat juniors 24 to 13 with Eunice Geh-Ting setting a tournament record of 15 points. Seniors edged sophomores 11 to 9 in the semifinals while the final saw seniors 11 freshmen 2 as Margie Dennler and Jerry Pinney led with 4 each. Officials were Mr. Luce and Mr. Zurbriggen. timekeeper was Dean Torkelson.
Elgin out hit West Union but loses 7 to 0 as Erickson dominates on the mound and Weston stays effective until Elgin bats in the fifth. Downey leads Elgin with a single and a triple, while Wadena rallies late to beat them 12 to 8. Crandall Clark duo on the mound for Wa dena with Crandall behind the plate.
Rust losses from wear and breakage affect farm implements. Apply heavy oil or axle grease to sharp edges and sliding surfaces such as plowshares moldboards furrow openers cultivator shovels acc tydes sickles blades spades saws gears and knotters. Other surfaces get painting and sheeting.
Clermont mothers meet at the school to organize a three course dinner for the Junior Senior Banquet on May 4 at 6 30 PM. Several local families and guests visit and dine with neighbors across Clermont and nearby towns.
Mildew stains from poor ventilation or excess dampness in basements and similar rooms may be cleaned with a cleaner containing mildecide. If dampness stems from structural defects, consult a waterproofing expert. After treatment, repaint surfaces to prevent recurrence.
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