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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1932

Page

3

Death of William Martin near Clermont at 56

William Martin died at his home near Clermont on Tuesday April 12 after a long illness of throat cancer. Born in Germany April 10 1876 he came to Iowa as a boy living in Postville and on farms nearby before moving to Clermont area. Survived by nine children four in Postville and others in Victor and at home. his wife Ada King and several siblings and relatives. Funeral held at Clermont Nelson funeral home with burial in Postville cemetery. Rev. G Gunsten officiating.

William Martin Clermont Mr. Martin Germany Postville Martha Heinz Emma Elmer George Fritz Victor Iowa Emma Hubbss Myrtle Willam Adelia Bartell Ada King Marjorie Ann Mardell Fred Martin Waukon Charlie Martin William Barrs Henry Bartells Cattalia Will Reifstock Oelwein Nelson Funeral Home G. Gunsten Harold Kelleher Charles City Kelleher Mra Will Delaney Waterloo Ed ‘Delaney Roy Ab Cheeseman Elkador Mira J. T. Kelleher John Brackin Weat Union Iowa City J. W. Miller Charles Sullivan Davenport J. S. Sullivan Roy Becker Fred Becker Atlantic Towa Gus Becker Dr. Becker Lena Garber L. H. Appelman Ladies’ Aid Society Shipton Betereen

Abram and Lot Genesis land split in Canaan

Sunday school lesson outlines Abram's two fold generosity after famine drives him toward Egypt. Though he errs by trusting self wisdom, the Lord blesses Abram with wealth. The choice of land between Abram and Lot determines their futures, with Lot choosing the best while Abram prospers, fulfilling the promise to descendants.

Abram Canaan Egypt Jehovah Lot

Democratic caucus to nominate township officers Clermont

Notice of a Democratic caucus in Clermont at Johnson Hall on Saturday April 30 at 8 p m for nominating township officers and selecting delegates to the county convention in West Union. All legal voters affiliating with the Democratic party are invited. George P. Rounds, chairman. Also notes Elkader activity of J T Kelleher and Roy, plus local moving notices.

Clermont Johnson Hall West Union George P. Rounds

Legion Auxiliary Meeting Discusses Poppy Poster Contest

The American Legion Auxiliary held a regular meeting at the Kore club with Mrs L L Carr hosting. Prizes were awarded in the essay contest and a home talent chautauqua plan was formed for June. Marian Halveron Eliza Nelson Margaret Powers Mary Agnes Paulson won prizes and Argonne Unit No 60's Mrs J W Halden will speak April 29 at WOI Ames about The Memorial Poppy of the American Legion and Its Auxiliary.

American Légion Auxiliary Kore L. L. Carr Gia Hackman Theo Kjoza E. L. Crowe Harold Greenley L. T. Caen I.C. Jerden

Clermont Ad Offers Office or Living-Room Space on Mate Street

Local notice lists for rent office or living room space in Clermont's business district with a contact person Mrs Jyessie Triem. The item accompanies a collection of community notes including visits by the Jorgersons, federation activities in Mason City, a garden plan, a fifth birthday party, and upcoming Ladies Aid meeting with readings and songs.

Mate Street Clermont Business District Jyessie Triem Clermont G. EB. Jorgenson McGregor Marquette Mississippi House of West Union H- A. Lubke Allen Hungerford Lubke Bmirs St. Patrick’s Donnie Rounds George Rounds Lou Rounds Lois and Francis Olson Barnabetta Olson Richard Crowe Francis Kneeland Joseph Olson Ladies’ Aid Society L. L. Carr E. L. Crowe R V. Brandt A. R. Simpson Rel L. J

Clermont News Roundup of Local Visits and Activities

Clermont residents report social visits across Charles City Waterloo Elkader and Davenport. Community notes include library book arrivals, Mayor Shipton's chicken trespass proclamation, business changes at Paulson garage, baptisms, a funeral notice for Mrs. M. M. Dugan, and participation in a national Catholic council event in Dubuque.

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Elkader Monona Arthur Johnson Schutte House John Moen Legion Auxiliary Raymord Paulson Clarence Bear Snon J. P. Paulson Ford Julius Elgin Ed Delaney Hom Floy Rosie Jones Barbara Wyland Hawkeye H.l Dugstad Martin Bakken Joséphine Fennimore Wis N. H. Nelson Nelson L. H. Catlin G. Gunston National Council of Catholic Women Dubuque Julien Archbishop Beckmar Mac Carlin John Crowe Elizabeth Priest Elizabeth Sullivan Jim. Sulivan St. Paul Familly Herbert Ae Clermont Enterprise John F. Cooley Fayette County Town Press Association National Editorial Association Clermont Brick & Sand Dowd Northwestern Bell Telephone Company
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