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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1952
Page
8
The text reports high printing costs in state history and potential reductions in printing and official reports. It mentions Eisenhower’s presidential electors and Iowa votes, and notes Governor Beardsley’s uncertain election status as the session continues.
A state study group urged Gov. to push for a state public service commission to regulate rates and services of all utilities. The nine member panel says Town and Texas are the only states without one. the panel's plan would replace the town commerce panel within a year and oversee telephone, electric, gas, street railways, water pipelines and more.
Infrared heat lamps are now used to dry water soaked items as an alternative to traditional drying methods. The development highlights the shift toward faster drying using electric lamps in industrial settings.
Students enjoyed a Christmas party Tuesday afternoon. They opened gifts, helped Santa, and had orange juice and cookies. The Christmas committee included Gibbs Mitts Wilson Orson Patrick Shepard Milles Hofer Stveger Webeger.
A kindergarten class hosted a program for mothers this week. Students sang songs and performed plays of stories they enjoy. They shared recent activities from school and presented wrapped handmade gifts under the Christmas tree.
Local residents visited and hosted extended family and friends across Cherry Valley. Numerous Sunday and Monday visits included the Dennlers, Christen, Friederich, Hanson, and Butikofer families, plus outings with Schupbach, Lehman, and Zurcher relatives, culminating in Christmas party gatherings at several homes.
The article notes Alaska's proximity to Greater Russia as a strategic doorway to North America. It mentions the Diomede Islands where United States territory and Siberia lie under a mile apart. It recalls World War I when Japan secured a foothold in the Aleutian Islands and maintained it until 1917.
Notice is hereby given that on December 19 1952 the District Court of Fayette County Iowa appointed William Whibel as Administrator of the Estate of Minerva Welbel Deceased. All creditors must present claims legally authenticated to the court for allowance and debtors must pay the undersigned. CW Antes attorney for administrator at Flist National Bank Bldg West Union Iowa.
Nubby textured woolens pop up in fashion, notably in tight hugging tops. Sleeves feature deep armholes and collars are gently rounded and curved, creating a distinctive silhouette for the season.
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