Elgin notes busy with fairs, drafts and war news
The Elgin Echo records school carnivals, dances, and social events at the schoolhouse and opera house. It notes local business prices, farm sales, and material shortages, plus updates on neighbors M. Hortges, Bower, and Halverson. It reports Rock Inland station changes, Red Cross activities, and Liberty Loan payments as war continues.
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Werte
Rock
Elgin
B. J. Halverson
Minnesota
Scott County
Missouri
Alden Pinney
Pinney
Clint Patterson
Rockford
Illinois
Camp Grant
Clint
Foe
Erin Holzer
Chas, Hunsberger
Weet Union
M. L. Hortges
Osanin
Elgin High School
Lawler
Blaid Arnold
Manchester
Chris Swolteer
Waucoma High School
Opera House
Echo Office
Fayette County
Berg & Kohler
Iowa
College of Commerce
Waterloo
Fredericksburg
Chickasaw County
L. Hunsberger & Son
Fleet Stanton
Julius Freiburghaus
Huron
South Dakota
Sam
Cedar Rapids
Fonda
Red Cross
Alfred Schlupp
Ridgewey
Echo
Germany
Arrosl Hearld
United States
Nelson Conner
Camp Pike
Arkansas
Clarence Becker
the Red Cross
Nelson
Birth of a Nation at Princess Theater
The Birth of a Nation is hailed as a landmark film by critics and audiences alike. After two years of wide release, it remains the leading attraction, with showings at Princess Theater West Union on Thursday and Friday January 3 and 4, twice daily at 2 15 and 8 15 p m.
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Griffith
Princess Theater
West Union
Laws
Youth's Companion Practical Home Calendar 1918 Offered
The Youth's Companion calendar for 1918 blends beauty and usefulness. It shows the current month and adjacent months on one leaf, decorative enough for any room, and is offered to subscribers who have paid for 1918.
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Youth's Companion
Chamberlain Cough Remedy Proves Worth in Colds
Many families rely on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy during winter coughs and colds. The remedy, sold by Stoehr & Co, costs a quarter and is said to bring the best results when directions are followed.
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Chamberlain
Stoehr & Co
Elgin and Brainard Farmers' Co operative Stockholders Meet
Stockholders of the Elgin and Brainard Farmers' Co operative Company will hold their annual meeting on Saturday December 15 1917 at 1 o'clock p m at the City Hall Elgin Iowa. Officers will be elected and other business considered. H E Grether Secretary.
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Elgin and Brainard Farmers’ Co-operative Company
Elgin
Iowa
H. E. Grether
J H Bower Appoints Temporary Government Position
J H Bower announces taking a temporary government post at Omaha Nebraska starting December 1. All parties owing him are asked to call at the Elgin Savings Bank to settle accounts.
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Omaha
Nebraska
Elgin Savings Bank
J. H. Bower
Echo Our merchants want Your business
Advertisements from local merchants urge readers to support area businesses, highlighting available goods and services and inviting shopper patronage. The plea emphasizes community support and regular commerce within the town.
Draying Service Promises Prompt Attention for Hawkeye Gasoline
An old advertisement touts draying of all kinds with reasonable charges and invites patrons to use the Hawkeye Gasoline and Kerosene agency. It promises delivery to any part of the city and offers service at residences.
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Hawkeye
Phove
Miller and Grover Echo Advertisement Offer
Miller and Grover promote advertising sales in the Echo, claiming an ad will pay big returns. They urge advertisers not to fear printer's ink, arguing that promoting a valuable property will bring greater results.
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Echo
Office Hours Eyes Tested for Glasses at Citizens State Band
Local notices announce an eye testing session during office hours from 1 to 4 o'clock to determine glasses needs. Citizens State Band participates in the event, offering eye care screening and routine vision checks for residents.
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Igo
Lew Christ
Baltimore
Berg & Kobler
Thos
Knudtson
Bower
Clermont
C. Miller & Song
Iowan
The
Northern Sugar Company
Mason City
Capper
T. J. Capper & Sons
Kniel’s
Hart, Schaffner & Marx Clothes
the Fair Store
B. C. Bartholomew
Elgin, Iowa
H. S. Hadsel, M.D
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