Obituary of Nancy Markley Markley Hellerich
Nancy Markley born Sept 26 1857 in Wadena died July 9 1938 aged 81 years 8 months 13 days. She married John Hellerich in February 1885 and had two children Leroy who died in infancy and Elsie Chapman of Wadena. Her husband died Dec 1930 and she lived with Elsie. Survived by brother Thomas Markley and sisters Eda Los Angeles Eliza and Abbie Smith of Wadena, five grandchildren and many relatives. Funeral at United Brethren church conducted by Rev Elliott with hymns by local singers. interment at Wadena cemetery. Additional notices list social visits and hospitalizations of locals including Will Frey and others.
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Nancy Markley
Thomas Markley
John Hellerich
Leroy
Elsie Chapman
Wadena
Minnesota
Eda
Los Angeles
Calif
Eliza
Abbie Smith
United Brethren Church
Elliott
Olive Knutsen
Will Jones
W. F. Moore
Roy Leonhart
Robert Frey
Pat Toomey
Charles Aylsworth
Mart Klingman
Mart Frey
Ora Hall
Lizzie Fennell Moore
Robert Klingman
Postville
Heckhottie
Byrd's Creek
Wis
Carl Kuhnes
Cedar Rauids
Habits of Birds in Migration Timing
Insects are chiefly hunted by night by insect eating birds while seed eaters migrate mainly by day. The contrast highlights differing foraging patterns during migratory journeys and seasonal movements.
Hi Ho of Chinetown Advocates Quiet Truth
The sage Hi Ho of Chinetown says the man who always speaks the truth shows wisdom if he speaks but seldom. Bi Ho remarks that restraint in speech proves prudence and honor in communication.
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Bi Ho
Hi Ho
Chinetown
Hope and toil in Uncle Eben’s frontier wisdom
Uncle Eben offers a parable about balance between hope and effort in daily life. The saying emphasizes prudence, steady work, and tempered expectation as guiding principles for facing chores and plans.
Special Elgin Council Session Approves Trust Fund Payment
Elgin Iowa town council met June 21 1938 to authorize payment of the balance of the Trust Fund in Elgin State Bank to Max Thoma treasurer per state treasurer. Present were Mayor Weibel Falk Yenney Kuster. Muehlethaler and Torkelson absent. Minutes show July adjournments and bills audited unanimously. Budget hearing set for July 25 with notice to be published.
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Elgin
Iowa
Weibel
Falk
Yenney
Kuster
Muehlethaler
Torkelson
Elgin State Bank
Inc
Max Thoma
C. J. Harrington
C.J. Harrington
G. J. Hanson
George Boyle
Kenneth Barker
John Luchsinger
Will Grover
Ed Boleyn
Schari Bros
G.N. Schori
Hunsberger & Schori
Town Road Building Co
Grimm Electric Shop
Elgin Echo
Torkelson Bros
Jim Christ
Lester Luchsinger
Otto Topp
Richard Brackin
John Falb
Falb
Many species of lizards and poisonous varieties noted
The article states there are 1,700 lizard species worldwide with only two poisonous varieties. It adds that these venomous lizards are found exclusively in Mexico and the United States. The closing line advertises Let The Echo printing services.
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Mexico
United States
Camps Suppressive And Expressive Camps
Three camp philosophies challenge parents choosing a camp for their child. Camp I enforces schedules and badges while Camp II stresses freedom and self direction. Camp III blends activities with counselor involvement and personal projects for growth and safety.
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Jimmy
Ken
Sleepyhead
Weil
Syphilis Battle in Iowa Aims for Broader Control
Iowa battles syphilis with state backed plan tracing, testing, treating, and teaching. Based on Thomas Parran guidelines, five actions target locating all cases, aiding treatment, finding infection sources, preventing congenital syphilis, and public education. Public support via newspapers and radio aids the campaign. Address inquiries to the Iowa State Department of Health in Des Moines.
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Iowa State Department of Health
Thomas Parran
United States Public Health Service
State Health Department
Iowa
Iowa City
Towa State Department of Health
Des Moines St
Des Moines
St Pauls M E Church Service and Sunday School
J J Snyder minister leads St Pauls M E Church worship at 10 o clock in the morning with Winifred McMillan as pianist. Sunday school follows at 1 o clock in the afternoon.
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J. J. Snyder
Winifred McMillan
Ilyria Church Announces School and Services Schedule
Grace Foxwell will lead Sunday school at 10:10 with church worship at 11:15. The Ladies Aid Society and Cemetery Association meet Wednesday afternoon July 20 at Mrs Nellie Foxwell’s home.
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J. J. Snyder
Grace Foxwell
Ladies’ Aid Society
The
Cemetery Association
Nellie Foxwell
Lutheran Church Notes July schedule and services
The Saint Olaf Chapel English service at 9 o'clock in July includes Marion at 10 30 English service. July 24 Marion at 10 o'clock confirmation. July 31 Norway at 10 o'clock confirmation. Come to church. You are welcome at each and every service. Dr. S J Strandjord pastor.
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St. Olaf Chapel
Marion
Norway
S. J. Strandjord
Elgin Baptist Church Services and Activities
Elgin Baptist Church led by Pastor Paul F Zoschke holds Sunday worship at 10, Sunday school at 11, service at Sumner at 3, evening service at 7 45, B P U in charge. Wednesday July 20 Tabitha Society meets at 2, prayer at 8, choir rehearsal at 9. Dr A F Fritchen has bought the Ben Bear home in Decorah, deemed among the finest, possession on Sept. ast.
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Paul F. Zoschke
Lillian Schroeder
Sumner
P. U
Tabitha Society
A. F. Fritchen
Ben Bear
Decorah
Popular Name John Dominates Europe for Centuries
The text notes that Africa lies mainly north of the Equator and South America mainly south, then states John is the most popular male name in Europe, claiming long-standing usage across centuries.
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Africa
Equator
South America
John
Europe
Ex-Slave Servius Tullius Ruled Ancient Rome in 578 B. C.
A fragment notes that Servius Tullius, an ex-slave, was one of Rome's seven kings and reigned around 578 B C. The claim links his origin to slavery and his position among early Roman rulers.
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Rome
Servius Tullius
No Profit From Trouble Uncle Eben Says
A saying attributed to Uncle Eben cautions that trouble yields no profit and should be avoided. The remark underscores a practical view on risk and outcomes, reflecting a community wisdom tone.
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Uncle Eben
Ohio Water and Census Bureau Facts
A brief note states that three hundred of Ohio’s 41 000 square miles are water and that the United States Census Bureau is the largest statistical bureau in the world.
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Ohio
United States Bureau of the Census
Eskimo Football Traditions And The Moss Ball
Eskimoes have played football for centuries using a moss filled leather ball. The description highlights a traditional ball material and the long history of the game among Arctic communities.
Romans Bring Bagpipes to Britain, Wero Hypothesized Player
Article notes that bagpipes did not originate in Scotland but were introduced to Britain by the Romans. It mentions Wero as a believed performer of the instrument.
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Scotland
Britain
Wero
When a check protector is unavailable
Accountants say that without a check protector it is better to write checks by hand with a pen and ink than to rely on a typewriter.
Roosevelt greets Senator Hattie Caraway in Booneville
President Roosevelt stops in Booneville Arkansas to greet Hattie W Caraway the only woman senator praising her as a friend of 25 years and backing her second term ambitions. The photo captures the moment on the train platform with Caraway beside him.
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Booneville
Ark
Roosevelt
Hattie W. Caraway
Miss Caraway
President Roosevelt
Booneville, Ark
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