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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1918
Page
5
History recalls a memorial day observance with a veterans’ procession to the cemetery led by the band. A dedication speech by W. J. Ainsworth and a monument unveiling honored fallen soldiers, while children and veterans laid wreaths. The article links past and present conflicts from 1861 to 1866 and TODAY.
The Iowa township and county election features Republican and Democratic tickets for national and state offices led by U S Senator, Governor, Secretary of State and Treasurer. Local contes include judges, clerks, sheriffs, and supervisors with split party slates and nonpartisan judiciary.
Fragmented items include medical concerns, military service, household notices, travel to Jefferson Barracks, lightning strike at a local home, and plans for Com mencement at State University Iowa. People named include Bert Quigley, John Kohler, Gus Hackmann, Dot Wolverton, and Mrs. Herry. The piece mentions German goods boycotts and civic discussions.
A street oil price rise has spurred a subscription drive in Elgin to offset higher costs. The effort thanks contributors and urges any citizens who wish to donate to add their names by contacting F. W. Hughes, who will call on those missed.
Advertisement advises slow eating and thorough chewing to prevent belching and offers Chamberlain's Tablets for sale at Stoshr's Drug Store. The quirky wording notes immediate after supper use and suggests the product as a remedy.
The first concert of the season will be held on Saturday evening June 9 on Elgin streets by the local band. A regular concert night resumes the following Wednesday after that date with open air performances inviting the public to enjoy the music.
A Review states a service flag was raised yesterday across the street between the post office and B C Flemings. It honors boys who receive mail from Post Office area and will likely be dedicated with suitable services in the near future.
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