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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1966

Page

4

For Sale and Services Ad Pack Clermont Area

For sale 500 bales second alfalfa hay and 200 bales. James Helgerson contact 5917 Clermont. Outstandingly good eating start a flock of K-44 Kimber chicks broilers today. Order Kimberchix from Clermont Cooperative. Baby sitting and house cleaning wanted Barbara Ramaker Clermont. We have reusable plastic holds projects seals cleans replaces taps tape step tes The Elgin Echo.

James Helgerson Clermont Clermont Cooperative Barbara Ramaker Elgin Echo

Cards of Thanks and Appreciations Across Families

Readers extend heartfelt gratitude for cards, visits, and gifts after surgeries, moves, birthdays, and illnesses. Special mentions praise Dr. Wolf Roger Hellum, Rev. Collins, and friends, neighbors, and relatives for support and assistance during recovery and life events.

Wolf Roger Hellum Rev. Collins Ralph Shaffer Herman Larson Elgin Arlington Dale Weston

Unusual New Atlas for Fayette County

The Thomas O. Nelson Co announces progress on an unusual Fayette County atlas. Fieldmen will survey townships gather corrections from farms and residents and collect photos for a county wide farm numbering system and historical interest images. Cooperation of farmers is requested.

Fayette County Thomas 0. Nelson Co Fergus Falls Minnesota

Agriculture Vital To America

Agriculture is America’s vital industry with over 150 billion dollars invested, far surpassing autos and steel. Farmers are a large consumer base, and nationwide groups highlight agriculture with 10,000 local Iowa members and 450,000 national members. The piece urges training in agricultural science, leadership, and vocational programs, noting farm prosperity underpins communities and industries. Mr. and Mrs. Max Jennings, Mr. Ervin Barrack, and Mr. Max Medberry attended the National Livestock convention in Omaha, Feb 14–18.

America Indus U. S Iowa Tng Max Jennings Ervin Barrack Arlington Max Medberry Omaha Nebr

State News: Iowa State Extends Unified Extension Service

The Board of Regents consolidates Iowa State University extension offices under one director, effective March 1, with Dr. Marvin Anderson as Dean. The unit will cover agriculture, home economics, engineering extension, industrial research, and the university’s short course program to meet growing demands. The move reflects a shift to a unified structure enabling focused resources on urban and rural issues. The article also notes ongoing reapportionment debates as the Iowa Supreme Court weighs Polk County’s at large representation proposal.

State News Towa State University Iowa State Board of Regents Marvin Anderson Anderson Cooperative Extension Service Towa State Center For Industrial Research Iowa Iowa State University Robert Parks

One Man One Vote Debate in Des Moines Proceedings

A Des Moines attorney argues that one man one vote does not equal eleven votes for any individual. Attorney general Tim McCarthy defends the legislature as acting in good faith under the constitution with the temporary reapportionment plan. The GOP changes the state convention date to June 18 in Des Moines, with county and precinct caucuses set for May 2 and May 24 respectively. A district court suit in Des Moines challenges a two percent premium tax on mutual insurance companies, conflicting over tax applicability for premiums before and after July 4, 1965.

Des Moines David Belin Tim McCarthy GOP Tawa Mutual Insurance Insurance Department

Iowa State Traveling Library boosts Wadena with $500 reference collection

Wadena Public Library receives a $500 reference book set from the Iowa State Traveling Library. The grant, funded by LSCA, covers 80 percent of operating costs and aims to enhance reference service. Librarian Marjorie Knox notes books were chosen with staff input and will be available for public examination.

Iowa State Traveling Library Ernestine Grafton Wadena Public Library Iowa Public Library Marjorie Knox Wadena Library LSCA

Night hike joke and domestic quips in old humor column

A city boy asks a Rocky Mountain guide if a grizzly attacks while flashlight is carried, with the guide replying it depends on speed. A bored couple and a housewife generate quick quips about behavior and service, delivering light domestic humor.

Rocky Mountains

Local Ladies Host World Day at Club Meeting

Mrs Jim Probert reported on the dehumidifier and Mrs Bill Probert spoke about henrine from Mr Woo of Hong Kong. A money gift as memory came from the Ra5 family. World Day of illhe held Feb 25 at the cluch. Day Circle had six attendees and night group four. Mrs Sidney Corbin led the program Temptation not the Breakfast Table with Mrs Madge Murray assisting. adjourned and munch served by hostesses Mrs Will Kerr and Elgin. Weekend guests included Mr and Mrs Floyd Patterson. Saturday they visited Earl Rothlisberger. A group of women and friends surprised Mrs Floyd Patterson for her birthday on Wednesday afternoon with cake and lunch.

Jim Probert Bill Probert Henrine Woo Hong Kong Ra- 5 Cluch Sidney Corbin Madge Murray Munch Will Kerr Elgin Floyd Patterson Pattersons Earl Rothlisberger John Gage Arthur Jellings Ed Gernand Carl Rubens Helen Earl Rothlisbergers Faye — Whittenbaugh

Annual Publication of Expenditures Fayette County Board of Education

Fayette County Board of Education bills and claims for 1965 are itemized under Section 273.13. The report lists payments to vendors and individuals including postmaster services, subscriptions, test materials, mileage, office supplies, and special education aids. Notable entries include American School Board Journal subscriptions, Fidlar Chambers receipt register, consulting psychology tests, and aid for M. R. Program.

Fayette American Guidance Services, Inc Gus Belschner County Board of Education A. Billings Black Hawk Fayette Community M. R Chambers Receipt Register First National Bank William Glassell Miles

Great Plains and School District Expenditures Summary

Summary of numerous expenditures from Great Plains region includes payments to Toernian Press School Supply Company, Iowa parcel service, KWWL Broadcasting, Linn County Office, Pratt Sound Films, and West Central Community School among others. Items cover office supplies, service contracts, mileage, travel, and teaching aids totaling $62,200.11 with various small line-item charges.

Harry Olesen County Board of Edu _ vation O'Toole Pratt Sound Films, Inc Diaza Books A. L. Riley Company Zoe Sati Smith Union Printing Company University of Nebraska Maq Films Valley Community M. R West Central OM. R Gerald Wetlaufer County Board of Education Churchill Williams County Board of Education Western Psychological Services Cece

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