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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1941
Page
1
The Elgin Echo reports a brief item about the first white child born in Sheldon, noting the event and the recent death of Mrs. L. B. in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The notice reflects local emphasis on lineage and regional ties, with sparse details and a reflective tone.
A July 31 1941 page mixes jokes and quips from sermons and clerics with satirical lines about cars presidents and insurance. It features misprints and wry commentary on society, wealth, and modern life, ending with a curious reader letter about a subscription notice.
Five army engineers passed through Delwein Friday over No. 11 surveying a potential four lane highway from St. Paul to Kentucky. They noted one route would require too many bridges to widen and must bear heavy government trucks. Outcome of the survey was not learned. No. 11 will become No. 105 when routed.
The Mari-Highlanders 4-H club toured on July 18 visiting homes of Rob ert Hanson Paul Pulfer Junior and Dale Klingman Noel Smith and ended with a kittenball game at the Pulfer home. Nine visitors attended with swimming by Lyle Jones and John Christen. Next meeting set for Aug at Gordon Pollock's home. DOG GONE dog search story follows.
Within one week on July 18 Louise Meyer Wenger and others transfered property from W J Rogers abstract to Frank and El Pinney WD 1800 with Ls 6 B 3 Forbes Add Elgin district details indicate recorded transfer and price 1800 dollars within local real estate records.
Mrs W D Beswick of Stockport was talking on the phone when lightning struck the line. She was rendered unconscious with severe burns on her feet and temporary deafness. Her hearing is improving.
Elgin Creamery hosts Patrons' Guest Day at 11:30 with speeches by B. W. Patsey Iowa Dairy Inspector and E. T. Smith chairman Iowa Dairy Industries Commission.
Elgin community event runs Monday and Tuesday August 4 and 5 with rides concessions and entertainment for all ages. Elgin Community Club co sponsors the affair inviting residents to come for afternoon and evening activities.
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