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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1947
Page
3
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Mr and Mrs Harold Triem are the parents of a five pound daughter born December 22 at Postville hospital. Mr and Mrs Verni Engle Mr and Mrs John Bakewell and Jacquelyn and Mr and Mrs Reuben Svendsen and Beverly attended a family Christmas dinner at Mrs Minnie Backhaus home in Postville Sunday.
A large caroling party sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary gathered fourteen people aided by Elmer L. Nelson. They enjoyed an oyster supper at the Nelson home and later, many friends and Legion members visited homes and attended church events over the holidays, with numerous residents traveling between towns for family gatherings and Christmas activities.
Students in third and fourth grades describe their classroom as more festive after decorating a Christmas tree. The room features shining tinsel glittering icicles bright ornaments and a holiday atmosphere pleasing to learners and teachers alike.
Third and fourth graders present projects titled Cotton and Desert Light. Parents and visitors are invited to view the work, with students showing varied achievements and efforts in the school exhibit.
The class decorates a very large tree made by all students and exchanges gifts on Friday, celebrating the season together in a shared, festive activity.
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