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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1920
Page
5
Town officials warn of influenza spread and urge quarantine of all cases. State Board of Health orders require immediate reporting and property quarantine, avoid crowds, and ban public viewings of remains for influenza or pneumonia deaths until further notice.
Clermont editor W. R. Blake of the Clermont Enterprise launches a bid for the lower house seat from Fayette county. Once Manchester News staff, Blake built a local newspaper career and now serves as Clermont mayor, with broad business interests and active support for public welfare. The Fayette County Union report praises his fitness and warns against political shysters, urging voters to back him for improved laws.
The first National Conference on rural school consolidation will be held in Cedar Falls Iowa from February 17 to 19. Governors, superintendents, and educational leaders are invited to attend to seek a solution to the rural school problem. Emerson quote anchors the event and a club program is noted for February 13 with seniors showcasing new ringed attire.
Visitors present Mrs. Moore Meric Klingman Ethel Reentson and Mr Guy Warren refereed Friday night basketball in a game won 38 to 3 by Higin. Many pupils absent due to sickness. No hot lunch February 9 to 13. Miss Harrington and Miss Kiple attend Study Center at West Union. Hazel Habeger substituted Monday afternoon. Declamatory contest work begins next week.
A council meeting reviewed the BR petition proposing a water works program for Elgin. The plan would fund a twenty year bond and allow a March 16 special election. The letter urges public discussion and notes that all citizens twenty one or older, including women, may vote.
Regular session opens with Mayor Hughes presiding and roll call. Harrington appointed Assessor to fill Hick vacancy. Bills approved for Hunsberger Patternon Muehlenthaler Boleyn McMillan Kobler Bla Lets Dec. Decorah basketball team loses 38 to 3 to Decorah, slow offense noted.
In a intimate ceremony at the home of Mr. Wim Vinton last evening Miss Maude Pattargon became the bride of Mr. A R Kimptson of Fayette Iowa. Rev F C Hillman officiated as Grace Pattargon acted as ring bearer. After the service guests enjoyed a pink and white dinner as the couple begins married life on a farm southeast of Fayette.
Miss Gladys Cook and William Wanger wed on February 11 1920 at Wikader. The couple, both highly regarded, will farm near Vogla City after their March first move. The bride is noted for charm and social skill while the groom, a former country service veterinarian, now pursues farming and business prospects.
Saturday February 21 2020 sale begins 4 p m after Arnold Bauman sale. Conservative estimate lists 4000 feet of common lumber 400 joists 2500 feet siding 160 2x4-18 ft studding 100 2x4-14 ft rafters 600 feet 2x6 joists 12 doors 12 windows and mixed hardware. One side covered with corrugated iron. Terms cash on bankable note at 1 percent interest. Col Berg auctioneer Boumgarter clerk.
The Lewis Wettleson sale will be held Monday February 16 on the farm four miles south of Gander at one o'clock. Forty two head of cattle 30 young 20 Chester White bred sows 10 tons of hay 200 bushels corn 200 bushels oats and some farm machinery. Usual terms. R Berg auditor Samuel Mosby clerk Lewla Wettleson proprietor.
A Des Moines attorney defended a client accused of counterfeiting. Believing the man innocent, the lawyer aided him and was later repaid with counterfeit notes. The client promised to square the debt and mailed new bills from Kansas. The lawyer deposited them, and bank officials alerted him to the counterfeit funds.
Thursday morning the business building and barber shop equipment changed hands. John Falk owned the building, Edward Klingman’s shop equipment was included, and Joan Palk sold to R C Dorn of Clermont who also acquired Klingman’s interests. Dorn plans modernizing the shop and moving his family here by March first, with possession then.
Maine housewife Mrs Hicks enforces strict rule that all family members must remove their shoes upon entering the house. Her husband Bill protests, recalling years of shoe removal. A brief silence follows the accusation of a grease spot on a dining chair.
The Echo ran a catalogue for Waldron and Brause selling Dirac bred sows in Independence Iowa on Monday evening February 16. Buyers may attend or send a bid by proxy. The offer highlights top blood lines and aims to improve hog stock. catalogue completion was rapid and the Echo seeks reader cooperation.
It is announced that all interested ladies should meet at Town Hall on Monday evening February 16 by 7 30 to plan a Legion supper. The event will be held at Falb Hotel the night of the Legion Ball on Friday February 20 with all proceeds to the Legion and everyone is invited to attend whether they dance or not.
Meetings run by Rev F C Hillman and Prof Brooks are drawing large nightly crowds. Officials report many conversions possible as the evangelistic effort continues this week. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend amid cold weather.
The Elgin Town Council meets to discuss a petition by local voters for a municipal water works system and a bond issue of 30000. The plan calls for a March 16, 1920 election at the Town Hall with separate ballots for the measure and bond approval, and officers are named to oversee the election process.
The article reports ongoing church meetings drawing many to Christian life events. A Junior Chorus program is planned Saturday night, with three services Sunday at 10 AM 3 PM and 7 30 PM open to all. Mr Berg handles subscriptions to cover expenses, avoiding a public offering. A bishop’s conference in Des Moines from Feb 28 26 invites local pastors to discuss inter church work.
A critical view of editors as town fixtures who shape news, boost the local paper, and deliver notices for charities and public events. The piece notes editors return despite criticism, promoting community pride, while memorial pieces soften losses with sob stories.
The Dilgin Post No 352 American Legion hosts a Masque Tide Ball at the Elgin Opera House on Friday February 20. Ex servicemen in uniform invited with $10 prizes for best costume representations. Grand march at 10 46 unmasking and prize awards at 11 00 with supper and orderly conduct ensured by M P in full paraphernalia. Carpenter's orchestra provides music.
Mrs Wenger schedules a closing out sale for February 26 offering 217 head of livestock including 108 cattle and 94 hogs, 30 tons hay, straw piles, 20 tons ensilage, 2500 bushels corn, 1500 oats and 60 bushels barley, plus farming implements. Watch for bill and ad.
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