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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1947
Page
1
Partial transcription hints at a town notice under the March 3 1852 act, mentioning Elgin Fayette County and a post office event. The readable fragments suggest a local public notice or postal related item.
A column gathers light humor from Rich's pieces including tales of favors owed and witty quips. Elgin residents, mishmashed anecdotes, and a Chicago London misadventure mix with jokes about a mixer, a cheerful myth about Leap Year, and a parade of clever one liners on everyday life.
Fire alarms rang at eight after eight A M when a stove fire started in the kitchen of T W Deans West town home. Firefighters arrived within ten minutes and water and chemicals contained the blaze. The report notes winter weather with temperatures around twenty degrees below zero and details several local social notes including visits and real estate sales.
The Mothers Club met February 11 at the Arthur Helgerson home. The program opened with hymn singing and a devotional led by Mrs. Ames Olson. Children sang Jesus Loves Me, a pattern chairman was appointed, and a church basement book case project was discussed.
The effort to raise poultry quality standards in Iowa ranks among the top jobs of the year. It receives cooperation from all poultry and allied industries to improve industry-wide practices.
Walter Matthew Bovis born Chicago August 7 1892 died February 13 1947 at Postville hospital aged 54. He moved to Oelwein in 1908 attended high school worked for Oelwein Auto Co and Chicago Great Western railroad later ran an auto business in Swea City for 23 years. In 1937 he moved to Elgin and five years with Collins Radio Co in Cedar Rapids. He married Sue Elizabeth Cox December 23 1915. three sons Walter Jr George and James. one granddaughter Mary Sue. a brother J Lon Bovis and sisters Marie Zola and Helen George. Funeral at St Peters Clermont. interment Elgin cemetery. Pallbearers include six brothers in law.
The Senate approved the county assessor bill by 39 to 10, aiming to overhaul property assessment across all taxing districts within counties. Advocates say it reduces political favoritism and equalizes assessments, aiding state school aid. A House review remains uncertain amid ongoing tax study and Brookings Institute findings.
Iowa 1947 fly central campaign mapped in counties as March of Dimes renews focus on infantile paralysis. Entomologist Harold Gunderson cites growing evidence linking flies to the disease, noting flies spread tuberculosis typhoid dysentery and summer complaint. County committees will run the control program with county extension directors directing setup. Try the Want Ad Column if you want results.
Indiana travels to Iowa to contest a high scoring matchup after Iowa suffered five straight road losses that ended any title hopes. The Hawkeyes aim to rebound at home February 22 and face Indiana seeking a strong finish.
Local notice indicates Rae performs a stew themed show tonight at the venue named Clede Elio, with want ads running for advance tickets and show details.
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