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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1933
Page
5
Report notes workmen grading a playground and painting inside walls in a community project. Treasurer F G Lee cites car registration deadlines shifting from December 1 to January 81, indicating new compliance dates amid ongoing public works.
A National Emergency Council will coordinate and centralize recovery efforts across agencies. The body will oversee nationwide coordination and ensure unified response during national recovery operations.
The Elginbach school junior troupe under coach Mr. Jorgenson presented the three act comedy drama Jimmie Be Careful last Friday evening in the school auditorium. The living room setting of the Blake home provided the backdrop for the family scenes with strong performances by both lead girls in roles as the Blake aunts and heads of the household.
The report notes Pedro Ramos completed a term at Ft Madison Penitentiary after a manslaughter conviction, with time reduced for good behavior. Brooks faces desertion charges with a $500 bond and support obligations. A 1934 grand jury list is announced with first meeting January 8, and a 35 member petit jury panel for January term Court. Marriage licenses issued include Yelmer Layed Myrtle Moen and Albert Lenius Milda Vargason. Dor othy Hillman.
Kenneth Evans shines as the hero who escapes the utchas and wins Emilie Blake's heart while William Emeyer portrays Herb Clerk. Verna Blake's eldest daughter adds tension in a crowd filled performance. Proceeds from the entertainment support the junior senior banquet expenses.
The post office heating plant broke down during a cold Christmas morning. Postmaster Muehlenthaler could only approve the day’s halt. By Tuesday morning a plumber was called to inspect the plant and order missing parts. The office had relied on stoves for heat, puzzled by the recurring problems in severe cold.
Local forecaster Asbjorn Oleon predicted no snow before Christmas and was right up to the moment. Snow began Christmas morning and continued through the day, accumulating about six inches by night as temperatures hovered near zero.
Donald Van Bickle of Bruiai Holtzman of Fayette and WH Bailey of Arlington attend Basel M Holtman’s Arlington meeting to discuss regional matters.
Bubnesa prospects from both local and national circles show strong interest in G H Falb of John Falh & Sons and other dealers after a Detroit visit. Falb and General Motors executives previewed the upcoming 1934 Chevrolet at the proving ground, outlining plans and offering test opportunities on rugged hills and a 412 mile speed track.
A public preview praises the Chevrolet as offering major features including knee action and an ultra smooth ride over bumps. Dealers anticipate the model will energize local commerce and signal the start of better times nationwide.
Mrs W Hughes entertained twenty guests from the Kensington Club and neighbors at a dinner at the Coffee Cup Cafe. The event celebrated Mrs Falk and Mrs Nelle Schori birthdays and bid farewell to Mrs Lulu Schmid, who leaves Boon for Tennant. Bridge followed with Mrs Thos Knutson high, Miss McKellarion and Mrs Fred Gehring handling the traveling prize.
The Elgin Community Club announces a free program at the Elgin Opera House Saturday evening December 30. Arrangements were not complete at press time but attendance is encouraged. The event invites everyone to come. Teachers who board at the hotel joined Friday evening dinner with Miss Hoyt Scholz and Steinmers in attendance.
Elgin welcomed a record turnout as Santa arrived by a Chevy truck with a log cabin build. Children lined the streets for treats and photos, and organizers said there was just enough candy to go around. Santa left his reindeer at home, signaling a modern, festive stop.
Children greet Santa during a Christmas outing organized by the Postville OUE and I O C F lodges with the Blgin' Community Club. Members and volunteers assist Santa in managing the large crowd, ensuring festive cheer for the youngsters.
The regular Elgin Post 352 Auxiliary meeting was held at city hall on Wednesday evening December 20 with 15 members present. Hosting were Mrs F D Walch and Mrs R A Cirder. A brief program included Christmas carols, a Christmas poem, and a talk on Christmas customs in foreign countries. Lunch was served. On Saturday the president and Child Welfare chairwoman visited sixteen homes delivering Christmas gifts donated by Auxiliary members.
The Albert Schori home earned first prize for best Christmas decorations this year. Gerald Schori did the decorating, praised by the committee. Mrs. T. W. Dean won second prize. other noted displays included the F. C. Muehlethaler, Hans Keiser, and Walter Falb homes.
Postville lodge members A J Phillips A Brooks A C Webster Elmer Schultz Ralph Bachtell and John Gregg joined Santa on his Clermont and Elgin tour after hosting the town’s kiddies with treats. The gesture earned thanks from Clermont and Elgin and goodwill for future chances to reciprocate.
The Church of Youth presents a Sunday evening program featuring orchestra selections, hymns, readings, talks, duets, and solos by local students and families. Afterward, the young people will gather in the church parlors for refreshments and social time, with entertainment organized by Marie Schupbach, Caravel Rothlisberger, and J. D. Shatter.
Alfred Imhof, caretaker at Elgin Cemetery, with Elmer Pinney, trimmed many trees over the past two weeks. The west road widening is under CWA workers supervised by M Yenney, with plans to gravel it. The east road will be widened later.
CWA workers delaying duties on the west cemetery road before Christmas were laid off Tuesday due to extreme cold. Ground freezing hinders progress on town projects and complicates keeping ten men employed as officials seek options.
Several and most Elgin merchants say holiday sales were good last week. Mild autumn weather delayed start but buying accelerated, focusing on useful family and home articles. W T Hattie McKellar left for Chicago Saturday to visit brother Dr John McKellar and family.
The Iowa House weighs a liquor control bill with questions on repeal, state monopoly, licensing, and local option. A five hour debate amid amendments and partisan clashes unfolded as nine dozen ideas surfaced before adjournment for vacation.
The House heard Fred K. White defend the State Highway Commission over three days as a audit report labeled the commission corrupt. Charges stem from a former board, with only Riepe and White holding knowledge. A follow up committee will review the Guthrie county grave pit purchase and cement trust claims amid tax bill debates.
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