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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1946
Page
1
Entered as second class mail under the act of March 3 1852 at Fayette County post office Iowa. The notice records the newspaper’s status and lawful posting details for the period.
In this column dated February 21 1946 readers get light notes on chemists developing a weed killer safe for lawns and the joke about garden work. Glass makers boast new tough and versatile forms while the OPA toggles citrus ceilings with holiday demand and spring prices. A nurse in New Guinea plans a wedding after her officer fiancé’s release, choosing a gown over khaki.
A collection of quips and lines about appearances, trust, and elections mingle with jokes about brides grooms and a nurse’s remark on overcharging for a school measles visit. The snippets hint at humor around dress, pajamas, honesty, and social scenes.
Ed Bauder expects to move to his new farm home on West Union road next Wednesday. Mrs. Sam Lehman Ella Lehman and Marie Fair traveled to Cedar Rapids last Friday. Lehman sisters returned or stayed, Ella resumed nursing work, and Will Cooley visited unannounced from Decorah. Max Lehman traveled to Minneapolis on business, returning Monday. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs T L Loftsgard last Wednesday. A fire alarm triggered a blaze in the west town area at the Sam Boleyn house. Chas Feller owns Elgin Cement Works, succeeding Arthur Kelly, who will farm. Little Betty Kohier turned six on Monday with a Valentine party planned. Weibel Mil Co now operates a motor truck for deliveries.
Mrs. Mary Bartlett and Mrs. Wm. Nutting visited the Ray Gilbert home last Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Reeder spent Monday evening in the Joe Peters home. Mrs. Lyle Olsen called at the Rey Gilbert home Sunday. Wilson Patterson left for the west coast Thursday to seek employment. Mr. and Mrs. Ray Gilbert and tren were dinner guests in the Dun Craft home Sunday. Mrs. Sidney Patterson spent several days last week with her brother Will Heisem an at Fayette. Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Olson were guests Sunday in Joe Peters home. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sullivan and Kermit Rowland were supper guests Sunday in the Joe Peters home. Mr. and Mrs. Chas Peters ...
Social notices list visitors and travel among residents. Kermit Rowland travels to Detroit to see his brother Wm. Rowland. Several families including Glen Holmes, Vern Holmes, Ralph Gilmer, Carrie Vought, and Clio appear as Sunday visitors. Others visit Eldora area relatives and share meals and calls in nearby homes.
Mrs Earl Cooley and Mrs Albert Cook hosted for Mrs Justin Herwig who plans to move to Fayette. Neighbors held a farewell for Mr and Mrs Edward Reiger moving to Lamont with a purse presented. Local clubs and church activities include Lutheran Aid Society and Good Will card club gatherings. Junior class theater trip to Fayette followed by home entertainment. church services listed for several congregations.
At 10 a m on Wednesday February 6 the marriage of Marie Belschner daughter of Mr and Mrs Richard Belschner and William E Erickson son of Mr and Mrs Bert Erickson Wa dena occurred at Holy Name Catholic church in West Union with the altar decorated with
An article details a wedding at Hawk Eye community hall with Lois McTaggard as maid of honor, a pink and white carnation bouquet, and a reception for 25 guests before the couple plans a farm home near Wadena. It also covers the life of David Jellings, born near Volga, who died Feb 8 at 77, aged and married to Anna Oldfather, with funeral at the Volga Presbyterian church and local survivors listed.
The Wadena Scout Troop held a Friday night meeting at their club rooms. The troop split into two patrols with Robert Crandall named Patrol Leader of the Wolf Patrol and James Messerli named Patrol Leader of the Eagle Patrol. They received First Aid instruction from Robert Gibson.
A mother teaches two year old David street safety by explaining stop and go signals, looking both ways, and waiting for cars. She uses simple terms about red and green lights and plans to let him lead crossings as he grows, emphasizing practice alongside listening.
Segible suggestions about teaching children in a book titled Children Can Help Themselves. Written by M O Serriga for ages one month to eleven years. Published by MacMillan Company New York. Rejuvenate furniture tip explains removing flat crushed surface by using damp cloth and hot iron, then brush tufts with pile direction.
An improperly cleaned milking machine can contaminate milk with millions of bacteria as it passes through the equipment, prompting concerns over milk safety and hygiene practices.
A practical note advises storing a cloth used for waxing floors or furniture in an airtight container so it remains moist and saturated with wax for ready use.
The origin of Rom Rum traces to the 18th century rumbullion and later rurmbo in the 19th century, before settling on modern rum. The term is tied to a Devonshire dialect meaning grows tumult.
A devastating blaze swept a factory and surrounding buildings, killing 28 and injuring many as flames engulfed 1,000 homes, factories, churches, schools, and hospitals. The disaster disrupted daily life across the region, with emergency crews battling the blaze for hours before bringing it under control.
Instructions describe placing a small hand brush brigue side up in the soap dish with soap kept at the top. When needed, the brush will already be full of soap, ready for use.
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