17 Feb 1944
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1944
Page
1
The Elgin Echo Dial notes a weekly publication in Elgin Iowa with second class mail status and historic post office filing under the 1852 act. It references R P Strauch as publisher and lists Elginvette County in the masthead.
Cards of Thanks In Memoriam and Resolutions of Respect are offered at fixed ad rates. Obituary poetry church, school notices and admissions charged are included among regular advertising options. Prices listed show $2.00 and $1.25 with small 8 and other incremental charges.
Rich argues for proactive postwar planning in Elgin and Clermont to create jobs and new enterprises. He cites 30 potential businesses not yet present, urges shared investment and a regional development plan inspired by Albert Lea, and calls on local business leaders and farmers to commit time and capital to a joint effort.
J Davis of Oelwein Iowa announces candidacy for State Representative in Fayette County to the Iowa State Legislature. The statement urges Republican voters to decide in June primaries and calls for civic club cooperation, urging focus on labor and youth business start ups after the war.
Chas Capper states he will soon return home from California duty with reservists mobilization canceled. Peter Luchsinger and Gottfried Frieden install Delco lighting, Mrs. Kohler undergoes appendectomy, Shaffers return from Lime Springs nursing relatives, Vaughn and Holzer visit Mason City, Nicklaus to study at University of Chicago after returning from France.
W J Rogers abstract office reports transfers in a two week period ending Feb 11. Betsey Benson and others sell to Homer and Mabel Dill for 800 dollars. Multiple small parcels transferred among Frieden, Dugstad, Becker, Lewis Becker, Boleyn, Boyer, Berg, Horan families and others in Lutra Elgin Clermont. Transactions include undivided interests and various lots in Forbes and Thompson additions plus neighborhood streets.
John Fred Berndt born March 16 1886 in Millville Clayton county died February 6 1944 in Rochester Minnesota at age 57. He was married January 24 1912 to Alma Staade in Farmersburg and leaves four daughters Lucille Cox Dilles Clothier Irma Magdefray Viola Pulse, three grandchildren and siblings. Funeral held at Elgin Methodist Church with burial in Guttenberg cemetery.
We express sincere appreciation for the kindness and sympathy shown during our recent bereavement. Thanks for the flowers, choir, soloists, and all who assisted. Mrs. Alma Berndt and Daughters, EE.
Fort Logan Colorado soldiers are forbidden by an old army regulation still in effect to shoot buffalo from their barracks windows. The quirky rule reflects historical field practices and unusual conduct limits within military bases.
Albert H. Reinhart born September 24 1860 in Elgin died after a long illness. He married Anna Albers on August 19 1884 in Ridgeway. Eleven children survive along with eighteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Funeral services were held February 3 at Alta Vista with Evangelical pastor Vandersall officiating.
A report notes that certain color vision weaknesses might be relieved by vitamin A. The finding highlights potential support for individuals with color perception challenges through nutritional adjustment.
Experimental laminated life rings replace cork lifebuoys for sailors due to weight and material shortages. Navy researchers note the rings are lighter and sturdier, aiming to maintain buoyancy and safety for mariners amid supply constraints.
The source states that modern science claims the world is two billion years old and human life is two million years old.
A fragment describes rapid movement and high velocity roughly 1,200 miles per second, noting faster particles and related motion concepts. The garbled text suggests a science theme with swift trajectories and subatomic pace, though specifics are unclear.
A reader asks about using a typewriter and performing clerical work. The fragmented query mentions handling diverse tasks and seeks guidance on skills and potential opportunities.
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