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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1924

Page

5

Fragmentary OCR notes on a 1960s sports scene

Readable portions describe a basketball game with mentions of the Togal boys and Baechler, plus scattered references to Red Riding Hood, Margaret Erhardt, and a dialogue styled segment. The text hints at defense, pace, and first-half actions but lacks clear, coherent facts or outcomes.

Mageete Lara Baechler Red Riding Hood Gtris Sketah Margaret Erhardt Hvangeline Fiow Alton Lyle Harold

Maynard High to Visit Fay ette on Bright Friday Night

Local fans await a fast contest as Maynard High, after beating Fayette, faces Fayette’s foes on Blein floor. Elgin and Fay ette girls show form with Meyer's pass and Darmermuth shift to fortify Maynard, game set for 8 pm with admission standard. Students study Hiawatha myths while third graders master dictionary and home geography.

Maynard High Fayette Blein Maynard Elgin Meyer M. Darmermuth Haa Bean Thes Axk Igual Klingman Siseeeerens Fawoeth Cook Paisa Siessiereed Billitige Tows Eilgin Johnson Mager Grothery

Iowa Corn Crop Yields Drop From Last Year

Reports from federal and state crop reporters show Iowa corn on November 1 totaled 442,034,000 bushels on hand, down from 604,640,000 last year. The year’s total production stands at 424,379,000 bushels, with a 71,705,000 bushel carryover and an average yield of 40.7 bushels per acre.

Iowa

Notice of subscription refunds and opt out

Mrs. Rosa Reed explains a misstep in collecting Bub serfbara before December Bist for the Illustrated Review. Some subscribers paid $1.00. she will refund to those who request but asks no one to pay if they do not want the paper.

Trent Nnyone Rosa Reed

He Asked Yor I¢ He Doesn’t Speak To Her Any More

A fragmented item reports a conversation where one person asks why another no longer speaks to someone. The reply suggests seeking guidance on use of a polish for his heir. Names and places appear garbled, with unclear context and dates.

Rural Carrier Routes Appointment Notice

Vacancy announcement for rural carrier routes citing eligibility for domiciled residents, widows of U S soldiers or Marines, and disabled veterans or spouses. Applications available from the mentioned offices or the United Civil Services Commission in Washington and must be sent to the Commission in West Be ington at the earliest practicable date.

U.S Soldia U. S United Civil’ Berries Washington, D. C Westbeington

Letter of Appreciation From Mrs Bryant and Myrtie

A letter from Mrs Bryant and Myrtie thanks Trienda and friends for past kindness. It notes Jay's son, cold Portland weather, a mild winter with green grass, and a hardy schillal bush. The writer mentions Mother is frail and feet unsteady but otherwise well, sending regards from Mrs Ed Carroll.

Jay Portland Bryant Myrtie Ed Carroll

Feed MILK Cows Liberally For Higher Yields

Ohio Experiment Station tests show 23 cows boosted average annual butter fat from 335 to about 56% more by increasing daily feed one half. Under liberal feeding, milk output rose 85 percent and fat 69 percent, with less feed needed per gallon of milk or pound of butter.

Elgin Ladies Study Club Meeting Postponed in January

The Elgin Ladies Study Club will meet with Mrs. Jennie A. Anderson next Tuesday evening January 29. The venue was changed because Mr KF Hughes could not return to Elgin by that date. The program opens with music. Roll Call Miscellaneous Women In English Literature Mrs Bakiwity and Mrs Muehlethaler Critic Mrs Butler.

Elgin HLS& Club Jennie A. Anderson KF. W. Hughes Bakiwity Muehlethaler Critit Butler

Masons Hold Special Meeting and Initiate New Members

The Masonic lodge conducted a special Tuesday session and conferred the third degree on two new members. Clermont lodge attended, followed by a large communal feed. The event left attendees in high spirits and jovial, enjoying a bountiful spread.

Masonic Lodge Clermont Lodge Lamba

Community Social Meeting Recap and Guests Noted

A late winter social gathering featured Moe Ray Rowland and guests Selma Hitch and Junita Rowland. Attendees included Mrs Dan Brause and Mrs Addie Phillips, with a contest enjoyed. next meeting set for Ed Bauer home on February 34.

Ray “Rowland Gitley Lal Markrott Rowland Dust Selma Hitch Junita Rowland Ethel Hovey Dan Brause Addie Phillips Ed Bauier Alt Inem

Political sparks fly as candidates mobilize across rail lines

The Chicago Tribune reports a jumble of figures naming Johnson, Coolidge, Adoo, La Follette, Underwood, Magnus Johnson, Smith, Bryan and others marching on various fronts. Rail cars, regional troops, and nationwide campaigns are cited as mock threats in a satirical overview of political posturing and economic notes.

Tram Johnson Santa ‘Fe Union Pacific Mr. Coolidge New England MrAdoo Underwood la Follette Wold Magnus Johnson Minneapolis al Smith Washington Mr. Bryan Kansas Nebraska Towadirys Chicago Tribune

Words of Wisdom on the Press and Small Town Editors

Prof. Tustin Miller of the University of Minnesota argues the press faces greater danger from smug city editors who believe all is well. He contends higher standards exist in small town newspapers where editors are known by the community and share in local interests and livelihoods.

Tustin Miller University of Minnesota

Hypverghtamat Uses Water Power to Lift Water Autonomously

Wahy Mad describes a device named hycverghtamat that uses a water flow to compress air and lift a smaller water volume. The inventor claims the system can raise water to any desired height and operate automatically, potentially supplying hydro electric power without manual input.

A& Drew Hft Nieang

Patient asks for scientific name for ailment joke

A patient at a National City clinic asks a doctor to name his illness in plain terms. The doctor replies the patient is lazy, prompting the man to request a scientific label to tell his wife. The exchange ends with the patient sighing relief.

Witiesa San

Father and Son Banquet Planned at M. 5 Chrive

A Father and Son Banquet will be held on Friday evening, March 7, at M. 5 Chrivel. Every father is urged to bring his son, and if no son is available, another’s son may be brought. A committee will canvass to sell tickets at one dollar for a pair.

Hinyvet

Miss Vara Grover Visits Rockford Aunt’s Care

Vara Grover from Rockford arrived Tuesday to assist in caring for her aunt, Mrs. Lew Gruver, and help with household duties during her aunt’s illness.

Vara Grover Rockford Lew Gruver

Elgin Canning Company Notes Heavy Year Shipping

Elgin has long been a major shipper on the Cedar Rapida Decorth branch of the Rock Island. In 1923 the Elgin Canning Company sent out 248 loads of herring 72 loads of cattle 7 loads of sheep 1 load of building material 2 loads of autos 20 loads of hay 1 load of potatoes 1 load of household goods and 48 loads of canned corn while receiving 176 carloads, reflecting a total freight volume about double the prior year despite a lighter canning season in 1922-23.

Elgin Cedar Rapita-Decorth Rock Island Elgin Canning Company Maverial

Canadian Farmers Pay High Wages but Face Poor Markets

A letter from Canada notes farmers’ income gaps with wheat at 70c per bushel oats 22c barley 40c per bushel cattin g 1 26 per pound and horses with zero market value. It cites 6.00 daily labor cost and local land sales struggles. Yearly crops vary with recent good years 1920 1923 and 1924 but grain timing remains uncertain.

Canada Nya Anes

Baptist Church Notes Prepare for Europe Relief Sunday

The church schedules a Thursday January 31 gathering at 6 p.m. to prepare for communion and to close the collection for distress in Europe next Sunday. A biblical quote emphasizes sharing resources with those in need.

Europe

Annual Lawton Meath Meeting of American Legion at City Hall

The Elgin post of the American Legion will hold its annual meeting at City Hall on January 28. The gathering will elect officers for the coming year and discuss dues payment by February 1. A lunch will be served after the meeting. F. D. Webb, Commander.

Elgin American Legion Mombay F. D. Webb

Amputated Samuel Kimpson Underwent Major Surgery

Lee Amputated Samuel Kimpson underwent an operation for removal of his teeth at West Union hospital on Bat veday morning. Drs Jerfee of Clermont and Mercer of West Union performed the operation, which completed in the short time. The patient, a 70 year old man, stood the operation in fine shape. Mr Kimpson has suffered for years and it is hoped he will be able to enjoy the remaining year of life.

Lee Samuel Kimpson West Union Hospital

Letting of Marion Two Road Work Meeting Notice

The Board of Trustees of Marion township will hold their regular meeting at the Elgin Savings Bank on Monday February 4 1924 for the purpose of setting the road work of a township for the year 1924 All interested parties be on hand that day Meeting called for 10 oclock a m Hans Winkler Township Clerk

Marion Board of Trustees Marion Township Elgin Savings Bank N'Lelsck A Hans Winkler

Local Talent Play Set at Elgin Opera House

Ald will stage a home talent show at the Elgin Opera House on Tuesday evening February 6. Home talent in Elgin has drawn crowds before, and officials expect a full house of patrons. More details promised next week.

Frst le ME Taldies Ald Elgin

Semester Examinations and Absences Mark Elementary Week

Russell Saxthay was absent due to pneumodia. Hazel Gage Wan missed Monday and Lyle Nelson Tuesday. Third and fourth graders are reviewing for semester exams. Several students listed as absent or present for various grades. High school exams scheduled and new subjects to start next week. The Messiah chorus piece quoted humorously at year end.

Russell Saxthay Hazel Gage Wan Lyle Nelson Abaent Tueanay Sandy Phyllis Kohler Robert Stesle Frank Topp Harold Conner Erm Jane DeSart Harok Grimm Ruth Gruver William Wolber Etates Batty Smith Pearl Lyons J.D. Staffer Sr Robert Wilson Viattac Mia Nora Oleson Ipstok Maten Mesdames Patterand Hadd Yunker Bauman T. Knudtson Prod Muchlathaler Victroin Kreistor Lecyo Swinz Low

Bank Directors Re-Elected As Officers Named

Stockholders of the Blain Cayings Bank met Monday to elect directors for the coming term. Directors re-elected: Gun Gundertson, J. J. Bliaffer, August Bennon, Fret Ruvivvert, A. S. Hoag. Officers for the year: Gus Gundrapp President, J. D. Shaffer Vice-President, Samuel Mosby Cashier, Eleanor Seisider Assistant Teller Mazby -Rookke Pur.

Blain ¢Ay Ings Banke Tomins J. D. Shaffer Presteil Samuel

Decorah Bank Closes Amid Auditor Suspension

Anxious depositors await word as the Citrons Savings Bank of Decorah fails to reopen after a Saturday January 11 closure ordered by the state bank examiner. Board of directors posted notice, no further details released, and a partial suspension reportedly affects Decorah Bank.

Citrons Savings Bank of Decorah Ita Ileprs Ano- Hee Dior Itowas Ain Thistle Thorethan Decorah Bina Tris

Pl y in' Farmers' Dairy Co bids for year of buttermilk

The Board of Directors will sell all buttermilk from the entire output for one year starting February 1, 1924. Bids are due January 26, 1924 at 2 p.m. at the company's office. Highest responsible bidder will be awarded the right to supply, with the board retaining option to reject any or all bids. M. Luechsinger, Secretary.

Plyin’ Farmers’ Dairy Co Pell Elaék M. Luechsinger Sooty

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