Local Notices and Changes Condense in January 18 1934 Echo Item
The issue notes advertisements for memorials and notices at standard rates, lists December to January notes, stock reduction progress, resignations at Hotel Dewey, dissolutions of Halstenson Groth and Benson Lumber firms, marriage announcements, and staff changes including Rose Mueblethaler and Frank Frautschy wedding plans and personnel shifts in local businesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berg
Blanche Nichols
Dewey
Clara Nelson
Clare Holm
Halstenson
L. J. Groth
Elias
August Benson
Will Cooley
Turkey River
Mesdames Skarshanug
G. Gunderson
Dongmont
Calif
Rasmeson
Uebling
A. M. Weibel
Wisconsin
Rose Mueblethaler
Frank Frautschy
German Baptist Church
Rev. Stoeckman
S. Halstenson
Halstenson & Groth
Mr. Groth
Benson Bros. Lumber Co
Funeral services set for George H. Stansbury in Sioux City
George Howard Stansbury, 31, proprietor of Stansbury Motor Company, died after a brief illness. Funeral held Saturday at 2 p m in Westcott's chapel with Rev. D M Shotwell. burial in Graceland Park. Survived by widow Helen, parents, three brothers Ezra Leo Frank, and four sisters. He was born October 4 1902 in Elgin Iowa and moved to Sioux City in 1928.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Howard Stansbury
Reeves
Sioux City
Westcott
D. M. Shotwell
Graceland Park
Mr. Stansbury
Stansbury Motor Company
Pierce
Elgin
Iowa
Helen
Geo. Stansbury
Ezra
Leo
Frank
Pearl Matthews
Mia
Emma Whitlock
Iva Holmes
Marshfield
Wis
Evelyn Bartlett
Brainard
Cemetery Association Annual Report 1933 Financial Summary
The Elgin Cemetery Association presents its 1933 receipts and disbursements from secretary treasurer records and bank balances. Beginning balance 169.57, receipts include care and sale of lots 10.00, interest 3.41, total 337.69. Disbursements cover care of cemetery 11, seed 9.60, printing 3.50, mower repairs 1.84, box rent 10.00, tree trimming 72.65, transfer to trust fund 34.73. Balances carried 69.04, with cash in bank and deposits 500.00 Park Bonds, 907.78 trust certificate, 823.00 time deposit, total 2,299.82. Signed Finance Committee Edith Berg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin Cemetery Association
Schori Bros
Whitcher Rescued From Rock Hopper By CWA Workers
Lawrence Whitcher narrowly escaped a fatal suffocation at Byers quarry when a jammed rock hopper trapped him. CWA workers freed him with bare hands after he was pulled under loose rock. he suffered no lasting injuries and remained conscious throughout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitcher
CWA
Lawrence Whitcher
Byers
West Union Street
Mr. Whitcher
Argo-Gazette
Banks Progress Under Code To Reform Practices
Banks report progress in implementing NRA fair trade schedules across 665 associations. Frank W. Simonds, American Bankers Association committee secretary, says the aim is to curb anti competitive practices and strengthen banking soundness as codes go into effect. The deposit guarantees begun January 1 are drawing funds from hoards, boosting savings and time certificates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NRA
Frank W. Simonds
Banking Code Committee
American Bankers Association
Simonds
Mr. Simonds
Carolina
Gibbons
Herald
Peter
Minn
Decorah
Ladies Training School Holds Winter Meeting in Ilyria
On Friday January 12 the Ilyria and Fairfield women cooperators of the farm bureau met at Evelyn Thompson's home in Ilyria township. Ten women from Ilyria and twelve from Fairfield plus one guest attended. The group reviewed reports, studied accessories leaflets, lunched, and sewed accessories with Miss Brainard. A Ben Hur book review was given by Mrs Hetzel, patterns for hats gloves mittens and purses were cut, and the next training was set for February 19 at Mrs Charles Nuss's Fairfield home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ilyria
Fairfield
Furest
Evelyn Thompson
Mlyria
Miss Brainard
Charles Nuss
Civil Works Progress With Schedule To Finish By Feb 15
The county CWA projects advance with steady results and a weekly payroll of 7354.05. West Union’s five mile crushed rock street project should finish by Saturday, while others will take over remaining manpower as deadlines approach. Some workers reportedly spend earnings on liquor instead of home needs. such jobs will be reassigned to more worthy men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CWA
Johnson
West Union
Union
Force of habit and oddities in daily life
A humorous column mixes anecdotes about a absent minded husband and a wife who notices odd habits including kissing and mispronounced dogie. It cites radio crooners and a Lansing Journal quip, then reports Decorah's city well depth and coal doubts, plus advice on job loyalty and a Winneshiek bank dividend not yet claimed totaling 47,000 of 157,000 declared before Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansing
New City
Decorah
Winneshiek County State Bank
Elgin Loses To Farmersburg In Basketball Matchups
Elgin dropped a doubleheader to Farmersburg with the main game ending 29 to 11 as Elgin trailed 17 to 4 at halftime. Reuben Nydegger led Elgin with 1 goal and 2 free throws, while Bruce Little starred for Farmersburg with 7 field goals and 1 free throw for 15 of their 29 points. The team also reports an alumni game scheduled for Friday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Faraiteburg
Farmveraburg
Reuben Nydegger
Hanson
Shaffer
Krueger
Weibel
Steele
Evans
Elmer Meyer
Bruce Little
Farmersburg
Outdoor 10WA Trapping Season Closes January 15
The trapping season ends January 15 and fur taken within the open season may be held for 5 days after. Those wishing to hold skins beyond 5 days must apply to the Fish and Game Department for a permit, with an affidavit that skins were legally taken. Within 10 days after season close, an inventory describing each trapped or taken animal must be filed with the State Fish and Game Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fish and Game Department
State Fish and Game Department
Ducks and raccoon hunts thrill Iowa region news
Round Lake in Clay County still hosts an estimated 26 000 to 30 000 ducks with sightings up to 20 miles from the refuge. Reports from Pella and Harlan describe raccoon captures weighing 48 and 65 pounds by Geo Pathoven and Leonard Larsen respectively, with long treed chases and multiple witnesses. Larsen notes hiscamp has produced 91 raccoons weighing 20 to 25 pounds, and weighs a 34 pounder recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Round Lake
Clay County
Fish and Game Commission
Pella
Geo. Pathoven
Harlan
Leonard Larsen
Larsen
Fish and Game Department
Spearing Fish Without License Triggers State Arrests
The state reports many arrests for spear fishing without a license over recent weeks. Fishermen are warned that spear fishing is a method of taking fish and every male resident 16 and over must hold a fishing license. Four species—carp, gar, quillback and buffalo—may be taken by spear under regulations.
When Planting Trees Think of Game and Birds
Tree planting by individuals has become important for home beautification and surroundings. The value of tree planting on otherwise invaluable land is recognized by those in agriculture. Woodlot properly cared for can be a source of revenue for the farmer.
Nut trees urged for beautifying Iowa homes and game
Removal of land from cultivation creates opportunity to plant trees and establish a woodlot for beautification. Nut trees are highly recommended as Iowa’s natural nut species yield valuable lumber and enhance surroundings while aiding game animal habitats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Planting Trees and the Shelter of Shea
A compact note discusses trees and Shea as grounded in planting practices. It sparsely notes the value of trees and the idea that planting trees brings resilience and shade. The text emphasizes practical care and the relationship between timber, shade, and landscape use.
Community Programs Highlighted For Elgin Opera House Night
The notice urges attendance at a free program at the Elgin Opera House Saturday night and praises the Community Club for its efforts to support church and local events. It invites readers to show appreciation by attending and supporting the activities planned for Sunday evening and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youle Peoples
Church of Yorth
Elgin Opera House
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