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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1936
Page
1
Kathryn J. Strauch, Local Editor, is listed in the Elgin Iowa post office records as a second class mail matter, Fayette County.
Local display and classified ad rates listed for readers and lines with per word pricing. Includes ad formats for In Memoriam and Resolutions of Respect, and notes on church and school notices with admission charged. THURSDAY July 9, 1936.
A Woodland writer explains that wooded areas lower air temperature and increase rainfall locally, while forests drain swampy ground and reduce insects. Tree roots slow erosion and foliage filter dust and gases, making forest reserves beneficial and tax free, potentially profitable like crops.
A reflective piece compares political promises to stage magic, arguing voters pay with taxes for favors claimed as free gifts. It cites Lombard and Calvin Coolidge on economy and taxation, warns against believing offerings in campaigns, and ends with a nudge to use want ads to buy or sell.
Ida Randall of Randalia serves as installing officer for the Rebekah lodge with Sophia Kralic N G Tena Nelson V G G. Graham treasurer and Mrs. Louisa Dean secretary. Decorah visitors include Mrs. Mike McAndrews and his two children staying with her mother Mrs. Hansberger. Local streets on Elmira see cement walks planned by Ed Grimm Elias Benson and Emil Snyder.
The late pea crop in the vicinity is attacked by lice, risking the entire yield. The Fuhremann Canning Company is testing a truck-mounted power sprayer, tried in Wisconsin with partial success. The pest appeared in Wisconsin years ago, spreading. Rochelle canners face similar destruction, with Sterling yet spared. If not controlled, the pea canning industry will suffer immense losses.
The Rev. T. M. Nielsen of West Union Methodist preaches at his old Vinding church and at Aarhus during a return to his native land. He notes Denmark's improved agriculture but 150000 unemployed and a belief that American relief systems foster idleness. Several locals recall him from youth.
Fred Smorstad, a World War II veteran, lost 25 dollars in cash and a 500 dollar soldier’s bonus check at the Decorah airport dedication Sunday. The report also notes numerous other losses. A large cattle barn at the Manchester fair grounds burned Saturday afternoon during a Fourth of July celebration, built in 1928 for 4500 dollars.
The Barker family of West Union bought a houseboat at McGregor levee and prepared to drift to New Orleans with two children. Observer Walter Olsen called the scene troubling for the children. Dave Roberts, Tent City mayor, visited Elgin to help with a school budget, then plans to return to Iowa City.
Big Four Fair officers M C Deering J L Gregg Otto C Sanders and Lloyd Walter visited Spillville to inspect Riverside Park dance hall and announced plans to erect a 60 by 80 foot dance pavilion on the fair grounds for annual fair days ensuring a top quality venue for local youth. A Tipton farm yielded a 112000 dollar fortune found by three bachelor brothers who are now dead, prompting heirs to continue the search for more money and securities on the property.
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