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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1947
Page
1
The Elgin Echo Dial notes its status as second class mail matter with a Sept 1 1891 post date at Elgin Fayette County Iowa under the 1852 act.
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A clipped jumble covers a Sioux City crime claim about police setup perceptions, a resident slugging and found by police, plus public notes on deer sightings near Elgin, local gossip, humor, and reflections on law enforcement reform. It hints at distrust, community anecdotes, and a mix of civic concerns.
Items from July 13, 1922 Echo files recount social visits and plans. F W Hughes plans Chicago trip with niece Jeanne Boyd, while Miss Boyd heads to McDowell Colony in Petersborough New Hampshire. Stork reports births in Alytia area and local banking staff changes noted at Citizens State Bank. Anthracnose disease appears in clover fields.
The Secretary's Annual Statement for the Independent School District of Elgin, Iowa covers the year ending June 30, 1247. It certifies the report's correctness per Iowa Code Secs. 4242 and 4243-01 and notes filing with the County Superintendent. July 17, 1947 publication. Receipts show General Fund and School House Fund totals. disbursements list numerous vendors and services including supplies, repairs, insurance, transport, and teaching aids. balance carried to next year. The document records specific sums for taxes, state aid, tuition, and other sources, with detailed line items for expenditures such as supplies, maintenance, and instructional materials.
Examination notice for Deputy County Assessor in Fayette County Iowa set for September 3, 1947 at the Court House West Union. Requires one year residency in Fayette County and eligible voters. applications due by August 23, 1947 at the Iowa State Tax Commission Des Moines or County Auditor West Union. George E. Gill, Chairman.
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