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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1959
Page
7
Paul Hackman son of Iles and Mrs Reubensett joined ninety two graduates at Bethel College St Paul Minnesota for commencement exercises on May 24. The ceremony awarded Bachelor of Arts degrees to the class.
Sheryl Peterson of Clermont a junior at the University of Iowa has been elected to membership in Pi Lambda Theta a national honorary education society for students and faculty. Initiation ceremonies were held at the Iowa Memorial followed by a reception. Miss Peterson was one of two students from the music department chosen for admission based on scholarship and faculty recommendation.
The May crowning and eighth grade graduation occurred at St. Peter's Church on May 24 at 8:00 p.m. Graduates listed include Jacquelyn Bakewell Donald Bodensteiner James Burger Bonnie Kelly Joy Schultz and Gary Wolf. Bonnie Kelly crowned Blessed Virgin queen of Mary with attendants Joy Schultz and Jacquelyn Bakewell and the crown carried by Peter Wolf.
Mr and Mrs Millard C Larson of Clermont announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter Joyce Ollie Larson to Leland Richard Probert son of Mr and Mrs Guy Probert of Elgin The couple plan to wed July 5 at 4 00 p m at Bethel Presbyterian Church West Union Both are Valley High Clermont graduates with ties to the Larson Roofing Company and the Clermont farm community.
Arrangements are set for a Service Clubs tour. The bus departs Clermont bus station at 6 AM on July 8 for New Glarus Wisconsin to visit the Swiss Lace Factory and Museum, with stops at Little Norway and Dickeyville and return via Dubuque. Fare is $5.25. contact Mrs Gilbert Anderson or Mrs Otto Vasby to join and arrange bus size.
Miss Erla Bennett and Richard D. Wetherell wed at the Congregational Church Newell at 7 p m on Saturday May 23 officiated by é' bide Were d full skirted tie gown in pastel blue and white accessories she wore a red rose corsage bridesmaid Evelyn Bennett wore a beige sheath gown reception May 24 Windsor Hotel Marathon with seventy guests center maypole miniature bride and groom guests and hosts noted. The Bennett family formerly lived near Clermont before moving to Marathon.
Mr and Mrs Knute Solheim received word of the death of their grandson Mark Wayne Solheim five weeks old son of Rev and Mrs Gordon Solheim of Loogootee Illinois He passed away Friday evening after two operations and a planned third on Monday Burial was in Bethany Lutheran Cemetery Services were held in Loogootee and Bethany Lutheran Church He is survived by his parents two brothers John and Paul a sister Rebecca and his grandparents along with a network of aunts uncles and cousins.
Arthur Helgerson suffered a lawn mowing accident Monday evening when he pulled the mower back over his foot. The large toe was badly cut and several bones smashed. He was treated at Postville Hospital, underwent surgery, and was released the same evening.
A free buffet supper was served from 6 to 7 PM at District No. 8 headquarters Farm Division of the Wynns Friction Proofing Company in Clermont. Attendees from out of town included Walter Broadbent of Mason City and Fred Duregger of Clear Lake, with district supervisors from Forrest City Bristow Denver Iowa Falls Conrad and Clermont. Local attendees came from Ridgeway Ossian Castalia Postville Luana Monona Elkader Volga Fayette West Union Hawkeye Clermont and Elgin. Free movies and door prizes were provided.
Dinner guests were Norris Reierson and family J P Medberry of El gin Quinton Olson and Theresa. Evening visitors were Lizzie Thorson Elmer Larson and Ole Blockhus of Elgin and Elmer Hager of Castalia visited Saturday evening in the William Wedo home.
Larry Klunder of Clarksville received the Simek Award as Upper Iowa University Athlete of the Year. He earned the Len T. Simek Memorial Tuition Grant, established in 1928 by Grace Miller Simek, Clermont Class of 1928.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Olson announce the engagement of their daughter Shirley Jean to Charles Schelin son of Mr and Mrs John Schelin of Glenwood Minnesota The wedding is set for July 12 at West Clermont Lutheran Church Shirley taught at Hoover Elementary Mason City this past year Charles attends the Lutheran Seminary in St Paul Minnesota
The Gospel message church invites worship at Clermont Episcopal Gospel Message Church with pastor Lester Lease. Morning worship is at 10 45 a m and evening evangelistic service at 8 00 p m. A welcome to all.
Fr. Jos A Sullivan pastor announces Sunday Masses at 7 00 and 9 00 a m Confessions Saturday 8 00 to 9 00 and before both Sunday Masses at St Peters Church.
The Methodist Church conducts a Sunday service featuring Pastor Donald T. Caspers leading worship at 6:00 a.m. Details emphasize morning service and pastoral leadership.
Riverside Social Club gathered at Mrs. Ruth Larson’s home on a Wednesday afternoon May 27 with co host Mrs. John Yauslin. The event opened with a poem read by Mrs. Yauslin. Members answered roll call with favorite summer salad. A donation to the Childrens Home of Des Moines was given. Visitors included Mrs. Harry Yauslin. Contests awarded prizes to Mrs. Clarion Olson Mary Tatro Mrs. Martin Anderson Mrs. Howard Boyle and Mrs. Almer Nelson. Door prize went to Mrs. Emma Olson. Next meeting planned with Mrs. Harry Yauslin for a picnic lunch.
Mr and Mrs Robert Burrow and their sons visited over Memorial Day weekend at the home of Wm Burrow Jr in Cedar Rapids.
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Nygaard announce the engagement of their daughter Pauline Karen Nygaard to Richard E. Hoth son of Mr. Clarence C. Hoth of Postville. No wedding date has been set. Both are students at Luther College.
The annual Clermont Alumni picnic will be held Sunday June 7 in Clermont City Park with a picnic dinner at 12 noon. All alumni are invited to attend.
Clermont Lutheran Parish events outline June sessions at Decorah with Dr. Frederick Scholtz addressing the opening. Luther League activities begin and conclude with a 7 00 p m close. Morning services listed for East and West churches and a June 14 ordination service for E W Hilgemann. Vacation church school program planned.
Henderson Prairie 4-H Club met at Larry Boehmiler’s home on Monday evening May 18. Members answered roll call by their project. Robert Mott joined the club while Kenneth Schroeder demonstrated wood tools. A report on clothing care was shared. A tour and picnic dinner are planned for June 10.
Mr and Mrs Wayne Gilson and David were visitors Sunday afternoon in the Will Burrow theme park where families enjoyed a quiet excursion.
Richard C. Simpson son of Mr and Mrs E L Simpson of Waverly earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering at Iowa State College on May 29 as part of the 1217 graduate class the second largest. He ranked highest in his field and was honored at a May 14 recognition dinner. He will join Bell Telephone Company in Council Bluffs.
There will be only one Mass on Sunday June 7 at 8 15 for this week. All other Sundays Masses are at 7 00 and 9 00 o clock.
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