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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1921

Page

5

Fragmented OCR data on rural population age path data

Fragmentary lines reference ages and population data for a rural area. The readable text is garbled and incoherent, preventing a clear summary of events, dates, or entities.

Drive, Battie 1 Bave Pretekt For Theft

The fragment notes a herd of cattle driven about twenty miles to Denver by their owner. It hints at revival of stock driving practice by a man among famed vaulters, referencing Storm Lake Mexiater and Fuk river district.

Yoska Cattie Denver Fuk River Mar Mexiater

Law enforcement tightened under thirty-ninth assembly rules

Officials report the upcoming General Assembly plan to strictly enforce the new statute after September first. An appointed county officer will oversee compliance with lenses requirements, with stiff penalties for violations, urging residents to have their garages inspect and ensure proper focus.

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Fragmentary Debt Note from Neslee Anyons

An incomplete notice mentions Neslee Anyons and debt with a Septataher date. It references Allen and repair work by someone, but the wording is garbled and several details are unreadable. The fragment suggests a financial claim or IOU tied to repair services and an upcoming deadline.

Charity Fakers Target In Guarded Public

Gov Kendall warns the In community about fakers posing as charitable organizers to raise funds. A man named Josaph, claimed as commissioner from Chaldea, produced credentials that proved false. Kendall calls for arrest and confiscation of the suspected swindler’s baggage if found.

N. B. Kendell All Jos Faph Ting Kendall

Residence Property For Sale in Fayette County Iowa

Property listing notes an eight room house with bath and multiple outbuildings on Moisi Street near street homes, with three second floor rooms and four town lots including garden space. Also references a district court probate hearing for Peter Mac Reller in ward County and a 1921 filing by Clerk Jon T. Riley.

Moisi Street Iowa Fayette County District Court A.D Peter MacReller Tate Ward County Vaton Town

Woman Swindled by Red Haired Stranger in Minnesota

A citizen reports a deception case involving a red haired woman who lured a victim to part with cash and property. The scam centered on an offer and a forged sale, with a $75 payment to finalize the dishonesty. The suspect used the alias Mrs. James Webhr in Alexandria Minnesota.

Imada Ian Hée James ‘Webhr Alesangria Minnesota

Local confused notes on a young man outside a hotel scene

A garbled OCR fragment describes a county attorney, a young man near a Winneshtsl hotel and ap, with bystanders including JA Nelson cabana 43. The text mentions eyeing him anxiously and a scene in front of Mott.

Bald "Tyas Adney Nelson Cabana Winneshtsl Youge Nba Mott

Decorah Journal Reports County Attorney Strict on Antiliquor Law

The Decorah Journal notes the county attorney's determination to enforce the antiliquor law amid rising difficulty for bootleggers. The article frames ongoing legal action and public safety concerns in a period style.

Oscar Decorah Journal

Californian Capper set for cross country trip

Frank Capper and wife started their auto journey to California Saturday after a midday meal. They prepared for a couple of days, finishing details for the trip. Their Ford rostlator carried a neat box for shipping and a top rack for cots and bedding. Neighbors envy their well equipped journey as they head to Yellowstone Park before it closes September 1.

Frank Capper Wite California Conches Cappar Yellowstowa Park Pownibia

Hanson Dead Near Gunder After Short Illness

R Hanson, living near Gunder, fell ill Wednesday after noon and died of heart failure within an hour. He had been to visit a neighbor. A prior heart failure a week earlier preceded the death. The funeral was held Saturday at 8:30 from the home and at the Norwegian church.

R. Hanson Gunder Dlad Hanson Pedtova

Regist Church Notes August Schedule and Services

Regist Church notes list August 28 at 10 am German services 11 15 am Sunday school 8 pm Baptist Young Peoples Union program September 7 8 pm prayer meeting September 9 6 46 pm German service Communion 10 46 pm Sunday School 11 18 am Dinner at shared 12 80 pm English service at 2 pm Come and we will do these good Date 10 80

Sisidey Baptist Young’ Peoples’ Union

Fragmented notice outlines Hodge, Hu S and Hades practice history

Fragmented OCR reads as a medical practitioner history where Dr Hodge and Dr Hu S are mentioned. It notes a doctor moving offices near a state bank, a prior sale of practice to Dr Demarees, and later postgraduate study and specialty in eyes and glasses. The text is garbled with unclear dates and locations.

Hodge Hu.s. ‘Hadsel Hades Damares Macisiod

Corn Gin Factory to Resume Operations Soon

A garbled report notes that a corn gin factory plans to be in operation within three or four weeks. The piece touts quality standards and predates the plant’s expected restart, citing land, processing methods, and the factory’s reputation for high quality product.

Tle Doan Eoyns United States

Car Overturns Near New Hampton After Trip

A touring car owned by Joan Schatz overturned near New Hampton last Sunday evening on the return from Clear Lake with Camp Fire Girls passengers. Inside were Dennie Dorland, Lida Schatz, Helen Cantor, Ruth Wilson, and Mildred Crawford. Dorland suffered three broken ribs.

Joan Schatz New Hampton Schatz Clear Lake Dennie Dorland Mr. Schatz Missea Lida Schatz Helen Cantor Ruth Wilson Mildred Crawford

Belo jy Announces Early Bow Week Travel

The Belo jy states an early bow week as the boss and wife plan a trip to Mhimoia. If it does not rain this Wednesday morning they will depart, possibly causing a delay next week. For inquiries or subscription payments, contact Chas. Gruyer who will manage the Echo in the boss's absence.

Belo Jy Becaues Boas Mhimoia Chas. Gruyer Hh Ey

Mrs Gregerson Dead After Long Community Life

Mrs Gregerson Christana Gregerson passed away at her son's home southeast of town Sunday August 21 at age 82 years 1 month 28 days A Codly woman beloved in the community Funeral services will be held at the home Wednesday August 24 at 1 30 o clock.

Mra Christana Gregerson Laney Chris Gregerson

Yenney and Smuelson Tie The Knot In Decorah

John F Yenney and Evelyn Smuelson were married Saturday morning in Decorah. The couple spent Sunday with the bride’s parents, Yenney resumes work at the D R J P depot, and plans to move to Minendon as their home once renovations to the depot are complete. The Echo extends best wishes to the newlyweds.

John F. Yenney John Yenney Our Town Evelyn Smuelson Decorah Marion Tride Te. Yenney Aossistant Yenney Bixin Jare Paoule Vénney Echo

School Term Set and Staffing Plans for Fall

The article notes a fall term start set for September 5 to 14 with preparations underway. Most teachers are assigned, except one for the high school, and selections for the remaining high school positions will be made by week’s end.

F. Vans Margaret Armends Tescher High School Doras Mullerkay Margret Grether Ligzie B Lyons Lee Baldwin Ant Nelie Kiple Myrtle Wagner

The Pall of Babylon at the opera fringe feature

The Pall of Babylon a D W Griffiths romance to be shown Wednesday August 24 at the opera fringe. Christ Bros promote a top feature praised as one of the town's best. Watch for a memorable evening as local residents and visitors recall earlier days with Mrs Emma Steffan Mrs Carrie Lelman and Mrs Peter Nelson among others.

Babylon Opera Fringe D. W. Griffith Christ Bros Elgin Ed Hannon Fred Kobler Emma Steffan Prairie du Chien Wisconsin Peter Nelson Los Angeles Caliifornia Carrie Lelman Aberdeen South Dakota France DeSart Mason City Tha Roy DeSart Pigin Thair Thia Frane Engebretsen John Jotnaon Florence Sioux Falls Shgebretsen Qe Scholen

Iowa Highway Costs Run Over Five Million Monthly

Anson Marston of Ames and Tomber of the highway commission spoke at a Sioux City convention of the Iowa League of Municipalities about state and county road work. They described construction and maintenance on state, county, and township highways averaging more than 5.09 million dollars per month during peak season, with numerous projects across the state.

Anson Marston Ames, & Tomber Sioux City Iowa League of Municipalities Senson Algota Thia Jews State Highway Commission Ite Marston Towa

Fatal sunburn linked to river swim near Dubuque

Dias From Sanburr J. T. Fairborn, 18, dies in Dubuque region after severe sunburn from sunlit sand bar exposure while swimming in the Mississippi River. He grew faint, sought home, but collapsed and died the next day. doctors warn high fatalities from intense heat and sun exposure this summer.

J. T. Fairborn Dubuque Amburos

Omaha Bond Heist Suspect Nabbed By Federal Agents

A clipped report states Harry Palmer, wanted for stealing government bonds worth 9600,000 in the East, was arrested Thursday evening after a daylong vigil. Deputy A. Murahala aided the federal authorities at the Omaha post office delivery swindling scene. A. V. Shafer, temporarily with the U S Marshals in Omaha, made the arrest.

A. V. Shatter Mi‘Laughlin Nebraska Omaha United States Art A. &. Murahala postoMica Delivery A. V. Shafer A. S. Marshala

When Silente Was Dangerous Parrot Delights and Dinners

A merchant bought an eloquent parrot that spoke several languages and was sent home. His wife ordered a spring chicken for dinner and, misunderstanding, wrung the bird’s neck. Mary followed instructions, serving the tarret instead of the chicken, leaving Mr Richards puzzled by the talking bird.

Mary Mr. Richards Maory

Settlement Request From J. N. Nelaan Regarding Digio Exit

J N Nelaan states he must leave Digio by September 15 after selling his business and asks to settle accounts by then. He warns unsettled Ace counts will be turned over to a collector and asks for a call to arrange payment.

Beimg Digio Ace J. N. Nelaan

Garnder Relative Activities Mentioned in Oelwein Note

Fragmentary notice from Oelwein references Mr g Leong Garner and Mrs and her relatives. The text is incomplete and names a family connection without clear event or date. No further context or actions are discernible from the readable portion.

Oelwein Vise

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Neslee Allen Rapair Athan Legion Ini Eixty Ube Paraonih Worth ‘Platte Nomadia Jon T. Riley Mrs. Gregerson Joan Tenney Dias Sanburr
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