24 Aug 1933
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1933
Page
1
The author argues that the public must bear the costs of reemployment and industrial recovery. Every American, from workers to consumers, shares the burden as producers and buyers alike rely on ongoing economic adjustment. No class is singled out. all are in the same boat.
A Walton, N. reporter column warns against relying on salesmen for security exchanges. He urges readers to assess value, as missteps in swapping securities mirror risky property deals. Seek independent investment counsel in every community before acting.
The article notes that during depressions some industries stay prosperous while others stagnate, and after a recovery the slow starters are often those hit last. Even with a nationwide pick up, some businesspeople report little improvement.
The Milford Delaware Chronicle notes that slow moving industries endure four years of trial. If an industry survives, it fulfills a vital need. Consequently, demand for its product will rise soon, with ample supply expected to meet this growing demand.
The Fayette County Fair is set for Sept 1 2 and 4 at the county fair grounds. Jurors from Pleasant Valley township for the Sept 1 term include John Bauman J ih Fennell John Rolis and E A Wei bel. Local greetings note Frances Benson visit and a party hosted by Mrs Taylor Carpenter. J D Shaffer announces candidacy for representative subject to Republican convention. Bertha Abbey to teach in Sloan e Clara Strauch to Cedar Rapids then Guttenberg teaching fourth grade. Elgin residents attend Elkader fair while Dr and Mrs Brockhausen of Freeport Ill visit. Mrs C J Harrington departs for Miles. Mr and Mrs Hen Schori and daughters Ida Hulda and Charles Harmon travel to Fayette for Harvest Home Picnic. Elgin teachers Nettie Berger Emma Berger Nellie Nelson Alma Cook attend Clayton county teachers institute at Elkader.
A vivid summary lists Iowa as a world center for corn oats and crops with 1933 figures: corn 19 percent of US total oats 118 percent of US total hogs 27.5 percent cattle poultry and grain values noted. It praises Iowa's fertile soil and wealth per capita while describing land, buildings, and farm assets as exceptional.
The sudden death of John O'Malley occurred around 6 PM Saturday as he helped his father stack straw in the barn on their Hanover township farm. He was stung by a bumble bee at the base of the brain and back near the heart, which paralyzed the sympathetic nerve and caused his death, shocking friends in the vicinity.
Martin Dudah, a Decorah resident, carved an eight-and-a-half foot log chain from an eight-foot piece of wood with ends measuring 11 and 8 inches squared. The craft is described as a handy pastime akin to solving jigsaw puzzles.
Cheery Valley News lists many local visits and dinners, with relatives and neighbors visiting in various homes around Garnaville Gunder Dubuque and Elgin. The column includes inquiries about farm work, neighbors assisting, and a brief weatherish advisory about ivy poisoning and a home remedy.
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