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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1933
Page
5
A Fayette County man previously granted parole for good behavior had his release revoked by Judge Taylor on Tuesday. Greathead will serve the original sentence after authorities issued a commitment warrant and the defendant began serving the term this week.
A springtime band of gypsies was reported by Fradrickeburg to have stolen money. Sheriff Nehring captured the group and held them at the county jail after they attempted to keep the cash. The piece laments gypsy crime and contrasts it with how locals are treated.
Governor Herring signed a bill extending the time for payment of the first half of taxes to July 1. Iowa taxpayers unable to pay this year gain nearly three extra months without penalty. Taxes paid after July 1 incur the full penalty from April 1.
Railway association report notes 1281 safety record with four passenger deaths by that year. Egin's Little German Band performed as the dance orchestra for the annual fireman's dance in Marquette Tuesday evening, nine members in the group officiating.
Members of the press present were Hionmond and Brown of the Decorah Sourrial, Cy Bistrop of the Decorah Habile Opinion, Dick Duntevy of the Lansing Journal, John Griabel of the Waukon Democrat, and Wms Blingbell of the Postville Her.
A recent recut of highway rules will require motorists to refrain from passing on hills cresting signs placed 700 feet from hill crests. Violators face prosecution and penalties under state traffic laws. The Highway Department will erect these signs to curb unsafe passing near crest views.
About 60 000 Iowa cars operate on 1932 plates with a reported 50 000 more. Owners may keep driving until May first when the sheriff will seize and sell unlicensed cars. Drivers are urged to secure 1933 plates to continue use.
The Kruger trio headlines Decorah's Capper's Hatchery weekly program today, broadcasting at 12 45 PM. Mrs Herman Scheel remains improving after five weeks with an infected finger, bedridden most of the time, now slowly active. Hattie McKellar visited L W McKellar at Highland and Lucretia Turnbull continues to show improvement after last fall injury. yards are being cleaned as planting items go in.
Wm Klingbeil of the Postville Herald refuses beer ads and cigarette ads, stating no plans to advertise such items. Other publishers including Harley Rittenhouse of Monona show openness to beer ads if copy is not objectionable, signaling potential shifts in policy after a Friday meeting.
The Cherokee Times argues a proposed $4,800 annual salary for each state liquor commissioner equates to 13.3 times a school teacher's $360 wage, questioning whether education deserves higher value than alcohol regulation in shaping the state's youth and future.
Winneshiek county forms two baseball leagues and Clayton county towns meet to plan the coming season. Fayette County's Little Eight League, though financially weak last year, aims to return with its high class brand of baseball this summer.
The dHo subscription list was corrected through Tuesday April 18. Members with recent payments should verify the date on their tag and report discrepancies. Kensington Club met at Mrs John Farb’s home for a quilting tea on Tuesday afternoon.
Elgin merchants announce Chick Day for April 29. Shoppers receive chick coupons with purchases, redeemable for baby chicks at Capper's Pioneer Hatchery. Coupons must be filed by April 29, chicks can be picked up later. The event echoes a successful hatchery giveaway from earlier in the year.
The listing shows events before year end including an operaette at high school on April 28 titled Hulda of Holland. A May 6 physical training exhibition and May 12 Girl Scout Mother Daughter program follow, with May 18 Junior Senior banquet and May 19 second senior class play. May 20 Fayettte County School Play Day at West Union, May 21 Baccalaurette services, May 24 commencement, May 26 Class Day and All School Exhibit, and May 26 All School Picnics.
A bill passed Monday April 3 in the Iowa senate and approved by the house, signed by the governor, reducing the poll tax from four to three dollars and allowing farmers to work one day on the roads in lieu of cash payments. County boards direct the labor under the new provision.
The Copper Hatchery sent out about 25,000 baby chicks Monday. Roughly half went to distant points and the rest to local distributing agents in surrounding towns. Seven people are employed at the hatchery.
The Reconstruction Finance Corporation provides 21000 for Fayette county relief work in March and April under county commissioners with Miss Rose XE Seller supervising. The fund, at 20 cents per hour, covers 105000 hours for about 1094 men working three days weekly on public projects, targeting families with dependents and no other income. Some participants may show stored cars to qualify.
An Easter drama titled Pilgrims of the Way at the Baptist church Sunday evening April 16 drew an appreciative crowd. The program opened with orchestral pieces and readings by Fred Schauer who led a prayer. The choir depicted disciples worshiping Mary and sang beautifully. Soloist Loalla Miller and Erma Grether offered special numbers and offertory. The play traces early Christian history through Paul’s conversion, Stephen, Barnabas, John Mark, and Mary the mother of John Mark with Saul’s later conversion among the key moments. Gustav Kruger portrayed Saul with forceful energy. Barnabas was shown by Eli Habager and Frederick Lauer. Rhoda by Dorothy Etter. Mary by Mrs. George Dursther. Hugo Heckman played the messenger.
The solicitor who arranged for Baby Chick Day in Elgin did not reach every merchant and professional. Those missed can still join by notifying the Echo before April 22. Advertisers should submit copy two days early for next week’s extra publicity. Capper's Hatchery is highlighted as a key local industry, urging broad town participation.
Philip Meskel appeals the district court decision favoring Edgar A. Traeger in an election contest. Judge W L Eichendorf presided. if Meskel loses the appeal Fayette County must cover two clerk of court salaries from January 1. All costs of the case fall on the loser.
A compact notice highlights the local want ad column as a source for readers seeking specific items or opportunities. It emphasizes the column’s utility for matching reader needs with available listings in the paper.
The Beatty Bennett tax reduction bill limits general fund levies, caps per pupil at 45 dollars and per child at 58 dollars, affecting Elgin’s school finances. Three options are outlined: a 20 percent general levy cut leaving 7 680, 85 dollars per pupil yielding 13 065, or 58 dollars per child for 180 children totaling 10 440. Elgin currently levies 7 000, falling below the new caps and illustrating how strict economy and enrollment shifts drive the change.
A Iowa survey shows both marriages and divorces declined in 1932 compared to 1931. Fayete county recorded 107 marriages and 23 divorces, while 1941 data show 139 marriages and 20 divorces. Clayton county had 84 marriages and 20 divorces in 1932, versus 116 marriages and 23 divorces in 191. The state total for marriages was 8,014 in 1932, down from 14,160 the previous year, with divorces dropping about 25 percent.
Littl Eight president E. Anderson called a Monday meeting at West Union but few towns attended and no business was transacted. Four veteran teams Elgin Clermont Hawk Eye and West Union were unrepresented. another meeting will likely be called later.
The Elgin school board met Monday evening with all members present. Only routine business was transacted and no teacher elections were made.
Elgin and Clermont high schools clash at Elgin bell park tomorrow afternoon at 3 30 in the county tournament first round. Final rounds are set for next week with venues and officials to be announced later.
Harold Kiple of Fanmereburg spent Sunday afternoon with his parents Mr and Mrs M V Kiple in a family outing reflecting a quiet weekend at home.
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