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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1943
Page
7
A storm Wednesday forenoon struck the Mrs Olivia Olson farm east of town, setting the barn ablaze and burning it to the ground. Firefighters arrived too late as the blaze raged. Lesser damage appeared in town light and telephone lines, with hail damaging corn fields north near Gunder.
Mrs Win hosted a Sunday evening picnic supper at the city park in honor of her daughter Judy who turned four. Present were Mrs M C Larson Ann and Joyce Mrs Louie Cashman Dean and Donny Mr and Mrs Ed Barnes John Gladys Iva Jean Arlene Lorene Gilbert Arlene Osmundson and Mrs Richard Griebe Dennis Judy received many nice gifts in remembrance of the day.
The Union Church Guild plans meetings every two months, with the next gathering set for Wednesday afternoon August 11 at the home of Mrs. Dan Carpenter. Local social notes mention visitors from Prairie du Chien Wisconsin and Cedar Rapids among residents calling on families in Decorah and nearby areas. Mrs. Russell Larson’s hospital stay at Decorah was improving, while Dorothy Brorby visits family during a Rock Island vacation.
Anna Mae Erhardt married Corporal Harley Johnson in Elgin on a Wednesday evening ceremony officiated by Rev. Paul F. Zoschke. Attendants were Gladys Johnson and Raymond Erhardt with nuptial music by Anna Barbara Kamm. The couple plans to reside at Camp Campbell, Kentucky, where Johnson will continue military duties.
The Clermont United Service with Women in cooperation with U S W units launches a blood donation drive urging all able bodied citizens to donate. Registration is at Crowe's drug store. Inductees from Fayette County head to Camp Dodge Des Moines. Local families and clubs share news of picnics visits and employment moves including Irene Erickson, Marilyn Holten, Arlene Johnson, Lillian Halverson, June Larson and Rita Rounds.
Mrs W K Blake and Lolita with Mrs E H Estey hosted a 6:30 dinner for West Union Country Club members. Following the meal, bridge and golf were played. Attendees included Mrs Herbert Martin Mrs Elvira Johnson and Mrs Millard Larson at a canning and drying demonstration.
Two Clermont properties were sold last week. Mrs. G. A. Koland sold her north town home to farmers Henry Amundson and wife who live east of town. J. E. Bilden, farmers east of Elgin, purchased the Dr. L. L. Carr Main Street residence. Both moves are set for fall after farm work is settled. The Rooker family currently occupies the Carr house.
A Sunday picnic at the city park saluted Leon Loftsgard home on leave from the Navy. Guests included Irene Opperud Cedar Rapids D J Opperud and John Mr and Mrs Clarence Peterson Mr and Mrs Ed Johnson Doris Mr and Mrs G C Anderson Helen Fatricia Anna belle Loftsgard Kenneth Olson Clara and Myrtle Peterson Mr and Mrs Ole C Peterson Irene and Sadie Mrs Jessie Loftsgard Georgana Donna and Vernon and others.
Funeral services for Gary Grover infant son of Mr and Mrs Joe Kula were held Thursday morning at Grace Episcopal Decorah with Rev Charles F Edwards officiating and burial in Clermont cemetery. The report also notes several local visits and family travel including Janet Olson returning from Attica Kansas, stops in St Louis and at the Hamnquist home, plus a series of social visits and a picnic at the home of Mrs Elvira Johnson and family.
In loving memory of our dear husband and father who passed away one year ago August 11. Just a thought of sweet remembrance a memory fond and true a token of affection and a heartache still for you. A sigh for the olden moments a smile of love anew a tear in silence falling. Mrs Hazel Olson and Janet Sgt Leslie Olson Mr and Mrs Harris Olson and Gary.
Mrs. W. R. Blake hosted a 6:30 dinner Saturday evening honoring Mrs. George Tirrell with guests including Mesdames Estey Hoover Lynch Johnston Berry and Antes. Following a delayed bridge, prizes were awarded to Mrs. Tirrell Mr. Scheel Wendell and Blanche Johnson, with several visitors arriving from Cedar Falls Cedar Rapids Decorah Elgin and West Union.
The Clermont Town Council held a regular meeting with Mayor Simek presiding. Present were Riegel Beck er Stee and Olson. Steffans was absent. Bills were audited and ordered paid, including postmaster, gas and oil, water taxes, street lights, fire dept care, truck repairs, street labor, and bank charges. An old pump repair discussion was deferred. Adjournment followed.
Mrs L T Anderson entertained the Riverside Social Club at her home Tuesday afternoon with eleven members and nine guests present. Mrs Otto Larson assisted. The group opened with America the Beautiful and held a brief business session. Winners of the no contest were Mrs Harlan Stee Mrs Milford Ney and Mrs Elmar Barness. The meeting closed with America followed by refreshments, and the next gathering is planned at Mrs Louis Olson's home.
Calendar items list events including Rosary Society and Altar Guild on Aug 5, American Legion on Aug 9, Woodland Study Club and American Legion Auxiliary on Aug 10, and Union Church Guild on Aug 11.
Notice to property owners and tenants in Glermont that all weeds must be cut immediately. If not complied with the city marshal will cut them and costs will be charged to the property holder. 49-50c Len Simek Mayor. Am Mrs. Carl Voelz and son Louis Schrader met Lieut and Mrs Ralph Schrader of Marfa Texas en route home from Des Moines. A picnic in their honor at the Voelz home Luana. Mrs Edna Hendershott left for Stanford Montana after visiting relatives. DANCE to Mississippi Nighthawks at Park Pavilion West Union August 7 admission 50c. 49p Remember Scrap slaps Japs. Sock em
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