Constitutional echoes of AAA ruling spark farm aid debate
Cong Biermann analyzes the Supreme Court decision invalidating the Agricultural Adjustment Act and explores constitutional options. He contrasts AAA goals with protective tariffs, recalls 1833 South Carolina secession, and notes discussions of a Virginia Plan inspired amendment to empower federal action for farmers and preexisting contracts funding.
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AAA
Supreme Court
South Carolina
Confederate States
Herring Links Local Rates to Higher Iowa Taxes
Governor Herring, in a Saturday radio broadcast, blames increased local property tax levies by boards of supervisors, city councils and school boards for higher taxes in Iowa this year.
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Boards of Supervisors
Herring
Iowa
Ed Habeger’s 64 year homecoming shocks local records
Ed Habeger of Ideal South Dakota returned to Elgin area after an absence of 64 years. Born in Elgin 65 years ago he left as a child and this was his first hometown visit in decades. Relatives from the Habeger Butikofers Schneiders and others greeted him as he reacquainted with kin after many years away.
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Ed Habeger
Ideal
South Dakota
Mr. Habeger
Elgin
Habegers
Butikofers
Schneiders
Herring and Kraschel Announce Intentions
Gov Herring announced his candidacy for the United States Senate in the Democratic primary in June. Lieut Governor Kraschel stated he would seek the governorship at the same time, easing tensions by both confirming plans to avoid competing against each other for any office.
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Gov. Herring
Nels Kraschel
Senate Passes Ibonus Bill With Veterans Certificate Payout
The Senate approved the ibonus bill 74 to 16 after a brief debate, enabling immediate payment of the 1945 value of veterans certificates. The House had passed it January 10 by 356 to 59, and a presidential veto was anticipated though leaders expect enough votes to override.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Job Opening At Elgin For Street Commissioner
Walter Kohls has secured a job as township road patrolman creating a vacancy as street commissioner in Elgin on March 1. The Mayor should have no trouble finding a successor as many applicants are expected. Applicants must assess their fitness for a position demanding responsibility and discretion.
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Walter Kohls
Marshall
Elgin
Penere
Kohls
Buttermilk Sale Called by Elgin Farmers Dairy Board
On Saturday January 26 1936 at 2 p m the Board of Directors of the Elgin Farmers Dairy Company will sell the buttermilk from its entire output to the highest responsible bidders The sale follows last year's plan each day's churning sold separately for a year beginning February 1 1936 The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids 21¢ M Luchsinger See y
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Elgin Farmers’ Dairy Company
M. Luchsinger
Capper Appointment Pleased Friends In Postville
Elgin residents cheer the selection of Boise Capper of Postville for postmaster after Congressman Biermann recommended him. Capper has acted as postmaster for months and is praised as a dependable, community oriented choice to run continuing postal service and related hatchery business in the town.
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Elgin
Boise Capper
Postville
Cong. Biermann
Ben
Capper
Corn Loans Ne
Congress
Chas Wenger Ill for Over a Week in Ded
Chas Wenger has been sick and in bed for more than seven days, according to a local notice. The message notes extended illness and requests well wishes from readers.
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Chas
Wenger
Republican County Convention Set for February 21 in Fayette
Fayette County Republicans announce a county convention at the courthouse in West Union on February 21 to choose 22 delegates for the state convention in Des Moines February 28. Delegates and alternates then go to the national convention in Cleveland June 9 1936. Precinct caucuses will be held February 17 to gauge sentiment and select delegates with broad publicity urged.
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Fayette
Court House
West Union
Des Moines
Cleveland
Ohio
R. P. Strauch
Auto Rules In Japan Humorous Driving Advice
A dated travel note offers quirky Japanese driving tips. It urges gentle horn use when pedestrians appear, careful passing near wandering horses, not to explode exhaust, give space to dogs, ride through grease mud with care, and brake early on corners to prevent a collapse or tie up.
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Ranaoe
Bridge Tea Social at Mrs Greenley’s Residence
Mrs Frank Greenley entertained sixteen ladies with a bridge session at her home on Thursday. Mrs Albert Schori had high score and Mrs Ern Holzer won the traveling prize. A midnight supper followed. Guests included H Knudtson, Ern Holzer, Mary Skarscha ug, T W Dean, John Falk, Tille Hanson, Nelle Schori, Fred Kohler, Fred Gehring, R W Muehlenthaler, Albert Schori, Mel Kohler, F R Berg, F W Hughes, Celia Lehman, and Hattie McKellar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Greenley
Albert Schori
Ern Holzer
Mesdames H. T. Knudtson
Mary Skarschaug
T. W. Dean
John Falk
Tille Hanson
Nelle Schori
Fred Kohler
Fred Gehring
R. W. Muehlent
Start Store Addition at Boleyn Store Progresses Quickly
The Boleyn store expansion is advancing with a crew of three or four under Mr. Ktiple. Work began last Friday and by Tuesday evening the frame and roof were completed. The addition will extend the store to 90 feet using metal covered frame construction and beaver or plaster board lining.
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Boleyn
County Legion Meeting At Arlington
The Fayette county Legion will meet at Arlington next Tuesday evening January 28. Gus Hackmann of Clermont and secretary of the organization reports a good program is being prepared and moving pictures of the National convention at St. Louis last fall will be shown. The meeting will be a stag affair.
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Fayette County Legion
Arlington
Gus Hackmann
Clermont
St. Louis
Baby Chicks Begin Early Hatchery Plans in Cold Elgin
Capper's Hatchery owner Chas Capper reports inquiries on prices and breeds as poultry raisers prepare for next season. Despite 20 below zero weather, some growers aim for early chicks, with Capper ordering first mailings soon and the hatchery likely to start next week. The Copper Hatchery is a major Elgin industry employing about ten workers in peak season.
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Chas. Capper
Capper
Elgin
Legion And Auxiliary Meet At Houg Home
The American Legion and Legion Auxiliary held their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday evening January 15 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Houg with Mrs. M. J. Blockhus assisting. Eleven members and one guest attended. Frieda Crider read on Legislation and Adelia Torkelson read the President's message. The Unit plans sewing for the Veterans' hospital and reports it met its membership quota by December 27. Adjournment followed refreshments served by hostesses. Publicity Chairman.
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American Legion and Legion Auxiliary
E. M. Houg
M. J. Blockhus
Frieda Crider
Adelia Torkelson
Ee. Storm
Legionaire
Veterans’ Hospital
Walter Kohls appointed patrolman for P V districts
Elgin man Walter Kohls has been named road patrolman for Pleasant Valley and Clermont townships, effective March 1. He previously served as Elgin street commissioner and marshal for two years and will leave that job March first. Oscar Gilbert of Clermont may continue as Sullivan’s main assistant in the township duties.
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Walter Kohls
Elgin
Pleasant Valley
Clermont
Will Sullivan
Kohls
Oscar Gilbert
Mr. Sullivan
Thermometer Drops to New Low for Year
Twenty degrees below zero on Sunday and Monday mornings marked the coldest spell this winter in Elgin. Farmers nearby reported slightly warmer readings. The cold kept garages busy thawing cars while coal dealers saw higher demand. A Nashua Reporter notice asks for the return of Mrs. Geo Pierce's stolen canned fruit jars from October.
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Elgin
Nashua Reporter
Geo. Pierce
Edward Krueger
Edwin Krueger
Alfred Wenger
Clermont
Ozzie Simmons
Towa
Elgin Co op Plans to Branch Out
The Elgin Cooperative Company advances a membership drive led by D E Edison of Farmers Grain Dealers Assn to raise capital for expansion. Manager Max Medberry said progress is strong but weather delayed interviews. plans to add real estate and stock will be decided by the entire membership as support from the community grows.
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Elgin Co-Op
Elgin Cooperative Company
D. E. Edison
Farmers’ Grain Dealers Assn
Max Medberry
Winter Depths Hit Town With Bitter Cold
The town endured record cold with temperatures reported 30 to 35 degrees below zero yesterday as a high northwest wind worsened conditions. All roads were blocked and rural routes canceled. mail delivery had to wait until daylight. Postmasters Mosby and Muehlenthale wore gloves to distribute mail.
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G. J. Mosby
R. W. Muehlenthale
Tabitha Society Holds January Meeting at Baptist Church
The Tabitha Society gathered Wednesday afternoon January 15 at the Baptist church with nineteen members and one guest Eileen Evans. Edna Miller led scripture, Amelia Hackmann led devotions, and Anna Heck with Marie Muehlethaler performed a duet. The group closed with sewing and refreshments served by Marie Erhardt Lillian Jacobs Mrs Zoschke and Mrs Hans Grether.
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Tabitha Society
The
Baptist Church
Edna Miller
Amelia Hackmann
Anna Heck
Marie Muehlethaler
Eileen Evans
Marie Erhardt
Lillian Jacobs
Zoschke
Hans Grether
Early Winters Remembered In Frigid Times
M Wuchsinger shared a clipped note recalling brutal cold days. Mike writes of real winter now and fondly recalls father and him chopping wood in 40 below zero, hauling it to town through four feet of snow, a hard memory of earlier days.
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M. Wuchsinger
Mike
Father
Otto Torkelson buys Mrs Baker home in Elgin
Otto Torkelson purchased the Mrs Oscar Baker home on Pleasant street, with the Bakers traveling from near McGregor to close the deal. Torkelson declined to state future plans for the property or occupancy, saying he did not know if he would rent it. Esther Krueger becomes a stenographer in the W J Rogers abstract office in West Union.
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Otto Torkelson
Oscar Baker
Pleasant Street
Esther Krueger
W. J. Rogers Abstract
West Union
State Bank Annual Meeting in Elgin on a Cold Day
Elgin State Bank stockholders met Monday in annual session with 231 shares represented, over 60 percent. The report showed substantial earnings rise tied to better farm times and fair service charges, plus increased liquidity. Directors reappointed include J. Bilden, George Hanson, Mat Thoma, F. Kehler, W. Rothlisberger, Fred Reichert, Ern Schori. Directors’ meeting organized officers: Ern Schori president, Samuel Mosby and Max Thoma vice presidents, B. J. Baumgartner cashier, W. F. Kohler assistant cashier, Edna Hunsberger backkeeper.
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Elgin State Bank
Bilden
George Hanson
Mat Thoma
F. E. Kehler
Rothlisberger
Fred Reichert
Ern Schori
Ern 8Chori
Samuel Mosby
Max Thoma
B. J. Baumgartner
W. F. Kohler
Edna Hunsberger
Rosa Jacobs Celebrates 80th Birthday in Elgin
Mrs Rosa Jacobs of Elgin marked her eightieth birthday with family and neighbors visiting Saturday and Sunday. Anna Falk and Mr and Mrs Edwin Bauman joined in dinner at the Hans Keiser home. Zoschke spoke brief remarks and presented a bedspread. About 15 to 20 neighbors stopped by to extend best wishes. Jacobs, who lives alone, keeps active in her garden and self cares through the summer.
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Rosa Jacobs
Elgin
Anna Falk
Edwin Bauman
Hans Keiser
Mr. Keiser
Ith Rey
Zoschke
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