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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1949
Page
1
Rates listed include Foreign Display per inch 42¢ Local Display per inch 35 to 40¢ Readers line 10¢ Classified per word 2¢ Want Ad 10¢ per line with 30¢ weekly minimum if with order else 50¢. Blind ads 50¢ weekly. Cards of Thanks 1.00. Memorial Cards 1.00. Resolutions of Respect and obituaries with admission charged at regular rates.
Two weeks from today Elgin begins its homecoming and centennial celebration with plans for window dec orations and park benches. Residents debate who should fund purchases while local radio chatter mentions B W Lodwick and old county agent recalls. A mix of quips, poems, and notes reflect small town life with jokes about weather, sports, and civics.
R S Jordah argues the need for a Lutheran congregation in Elgin to reach unchurched residents, provide Sunday School for children, and fulfill Christ’s command to make disciples, noting many locals prefer services nearby and that about half the population lacks church membership. Next Week: What is the Lutheran Church.
Mrs Halvor Olson aged 70 of the East Clermont vicinity died July 24 at home. Survived by her husband and eight children. Funeral by Rev Skjevland at the East Clermont cemetery. Merlin Larson drowned July 23 in a nearby creek. Chas Wenger and wife welcomed a son born July 22. Sheldon Boyle named rural mail carrier at Elgin Route 2. Elgin Canning Co packed beans last week. Five pound pail honey priced at $1.00 at Tofield Lehman’s. Mr and Mrs Martin Minihan welcomed a daughter born July 20.
Morley farmer and part time rural telephone line worker Rolly Duncan was stung by a bee while on a pole. The insect pursued him as he climbed down, knocking his glasses off and breaking a spike into the calf of his left leg. He now uses crutches.
This letter from July 25 1940 describes daily life in Olten and nearby towns while abroad. The writer notes warm days then rain, cows and farming routines, transport by mowers trains and taxis, and sight visits to Zurich Bern and Safenwil. Observations include street life in Europe and comparisons with American life and vehicles. The journey includes a month touring Swiss railroads, friendly locals, and plans to return home by August 20 aboard ship, with reflections on culture and scenery.
Analysis notes ample feed supplies and a large corn stock outlook. With expected lower corn prices and good hay, farmers may seek feeder cattle to market corn, potentially boosting feeder demand and keeping feeder prices current. Packers may curb bid for feeder cattle for slaughter, easing prices further. Western restocking and widespread strong feed conditions shape early selling.
Eleven year old Bonnie Harvey of DeSoto has become part of medical history by shedding two stomachs and two digestive systems after three years of illness. Doctors disclosed the unique case, the eighth known, and now she is hale and hearty with only one stomach and one set of digestive organs.
An old styled help wanted notice invites readers to become a sales representative for Wisconsin's oldest nursery in Madison. It promises weekly pay, healthy work, liberal terms, and no delivery or collection, aiming to recruit both men and women in the northern region.
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