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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1922
Page
5
A fragmented line from a New York Democratic county convention report notes delegates and topics discussed. The readable text mentions the next two meetings and counts of delegates, with unclear names and places due to OCR damage.
A fragmentary notice hints at a couple being joined in celebration with a cordial acknowledgement. The readable phrases suggest a wedding or vows but lack clear names, dates, or locations to identify specifics.
Amid disrupted text, the party's central committee elected Al. Paul of Oelwein as chairman and R. H. Molree of Wet Union as secretary for the next two years. The meeting followed adjournment as plans for the county ticket were outlined.
A Palo Alto Reporter letter denounces European visitors excess taxation arguing Europeans owe more debt to the U S. The author claims German head taxes burden Americans abroad and contrasts European hardship with American taxation, urging resilience against foreign financial demands.
The Pleasant Valley Township schoolboard announces the sale of the old schoolhouse in Sub-District No. 8 on August 1, 1922 at 3 o clock sharp to the highest responsible bidder. Sealed bids are due by July 1. Bidders may bid openly and sealed bids will be opened publicly at the gala. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. MC Luchaingar, Gee's.
A garbled report notes that Spring Valley buses struggle as prices rise while oxen and train options shift travel choices. It mentions Spring Valley trips by train at about 1.60 and bus fare around 3.50, with Riceville daily bus service hauling freight amid rising costs.
A fragmented inquiry into a court matter asks why a decision in the Keseskern case was made. The sparse text hints at questions surrounding the ruling and the parties involved, without clear names or outcomes.
Judge Taylor granted a new trial motion deadline until September 10 for objection. If granted, decision comes at September term. if denied, appeal to supreme court follows. Kuesskern, tried for Mrs Van Brocklin's murder and for killing her husband, remains bound by the original indictments.
Church notes list July activities including English services at 10 and 11 AM and a 7 30 PM youth prayer meeting. A basket supper is set for Earl Kiple on July 10, with Ladies Aid meeting July 12 and choir rehearsal July 12. The Northwestern Conference invitation mentions J F Miller H Rei ger and Rev Ph Lauer appointed to attend in St Paul August 22 to 25.
A letter from Luchsinger of the Main Farmers' Dairy Company cites Hal Brabham's view on the Soldiers' Bonus, arguing funds should come from war profiteers rather than taxpayers. Brabham favors a fair honor funded by profiteers who benefited during the war, with Elwin Millinery noting a $2.00 trimmed datapola.
A damaged OCR fragment describes injuries after a train incident. Benny Nelson sustained facial wounds from being pitched into a windshield. he was taken to a doctor for treatment. The report mentions Overland 80 and Dort with damage but lacks full context or dates.
From Westgate Sunday the Weatiate ball boys challenged Blein for a time, but Eigin's Hiens pitched well through five innings, striking seven of the first twelve at bat. Kiple closed strong as the visitors scored two runs in the early innings, final 12-8 in Higin's favor with a fair crowd observing.
Scores listing Hawkeye 13 Arlington 11 and Maynard 6 for Hawkeye. Next Sunday games set Bigin at Maynard Hawkeye at West Union Arlington at Clermont and Waucoma Alpha at Westgate.
A Kansas editor uses biblical names and events as playful analogies in a baseball themed piece. Eva Ina Rebecca Sampson Moses Cath Abel Abraham and the prodigal son appear as players or actions, with a note that the game was called off due to wet grounds.
Town Hall in West Union will host a Tuesday evening meeting on July 11 to settle unfinished celebrator matters. Attendees with any bills should deliver them to Secretary B J Baumgartner or present in person at the meeting. West Union Free Chautauqua at the Fair Ground runs five days from Friday July 24 to Wednesday July 19 featuring the Davies Opera Company Stephen A Haboush and Shepherd of Galilee Mallory Players and the Viasochi Musiciana.
The Bigin ball team will play at Maynard next Simday if the weather allows. Local forecast shows a chance of rain but no strong winds, with organizers hoping for clear skies to avoid postponement.
A bustling Fourth of July in Elgin drew a large crowd despite health concerns. Clermont Band and Mason City drum corps performed, a speech by Mrs. Cartie Lucas of Magon City impressed, and events at the opera house included films, a dance, and a civic show of local talent. Community helpers, banks offering rest rooms, and a lively street scene complemented the day, with efforts to care for attendees and keep streets clean.
The crowd heard a speech praising law and order and veterans, followed by a decorated auto parade with many local businesses named. An audience sang the Star Spangled Banner and a benediction closed the event. An eight hundred person gate attended the Bigin vs West Union ball game, 8-6 final, with street arrests nearby and boxing exhibition by Adair and Arthur later.
Edward Erikson, longtime Decorah area resident, died Friday June 23. Born February 19 1856 in Rygge Norway he immigrated in 1873 and settled in Clayton then Winneshiek counties before living with his brother Chiia Erickson on the former Petar Haugen farm south of Decorah. He worked sixteen years in the harness shop with C Theo Schmid. Funeral services were at the First Lutheran church with Rev Kvammen officiating.
The M E F church notes announce Thursday evening prayer meetings at 8 o clock with discussion topics. Next Thursday July 13 the subject is America and hemisphere facts. Ladies Aid reports a successful Fourth with receipts about 100 net. unclaimed items to be stored in the church basement.
The Illyria community reports the death of Mrs. Joss Mi Kingman yesterday afternoon. Sympathies are extended to the bereaved family. Services are announced for Sunday with Sunday school at 10:16 and morning service at 12:15 including communion. Epworth League seeks update on their upcoming play for the August 18 community picnic.
Mrs C M Kilngman died at her home in Highland Township on Wednesday afternoon July 6 after a seven year illness. Funeral services are set for Friday at 2:00 PM at the house and 2:20 PM at the Illyrin church with Rev F C Hillman officiating. An obituary will appear next week. Sympathy is extended to the family.
A local note recalls a prayer for rain and reports a gentle soaking rain arriving after a drought. Clarence Becker and Miss Florence Prohasca arrived from Cedar Rapids to stay with their community over the Fourth. They were accompanied by Miss Alice Bigler, a Coe College attendee, as she traveled with them to Wadena. Mrs. George Lehman visits La Porte City from the Albert Schori home to reconnect with relatives and friends.
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