06 Jun 1957
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1957
Page
1
The Elgin Echo Dial published weekly in Elgin Iowa by Strauch and Herman. It notes second class mail status established 1891 and post office in Fayette County under March 3 1952 act.
The notice lists subscription rates of 240 dollars per year for four Northeast Iowa counties and 250 dollars per year for all outside the territory paid in advance. Advertising is priced per line and per week with minimum charges. special notices like cards of thanks obituaries and resolutions have fixed rates, with limits on length and content.
Alfred LeRoy Boleyn born February 3 1926 in Elgin to Samus and Sarah Miller Boleyn died May 2. He grew up in Elgin, graduated from Elgin Public Schools, married Betty Jane Yauslin December 25 1945 and had three sons Norman Jim mie and Bradley. Surviving are his wife three sons his mother Sarah of Waterloo four brothers and three sisters. Funeral at Muehlethaler funeral home and St Paul’s Methodist Church with burial in Elgin cemetery. Casket bearers were Elgin fire department members. Card of thanks from Betty Boleyn and family.
Frank Barnhouse son of Ellen and James Barnhouse was born January 8 1885 in Randalia. He died May 29 at the Good Samaritan Home in West Union aged 72. Survived by three sisters Julia Boyer Brainard Kate McCollum Chipley Fla Anna Tom Boyer Turlock Calif and two brothers John Clermont Clint Post Falls Idaho, with many nieces and nephews. Funeral May 31 at Mueh Lehler funeral home Elgin. Interment Pleasant Grove cemetery. Casket bearers Marshall Helms Willis Lyons Roger Reeder Ronald Bantz Andy Grimes Clem Meyers.
A terse notice urges readers not to chase nationwide campaigns and promotes a low cost want ad as the method to secure local opportunities. It stresses simplicity and direct local reach for readers seeking work.
Roberta Barker daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Barker Elwyn and Ziwood Kuhens son of Mr and Mrs Dale Kuhens Wana united in marriage Pee Swe ey in Wadena Missouri top to the Ozarks. The couple left on a wedding trip to the Ozarks with Dent Kuhens Fayette and sister in law of the Ceidepavon attending.
The adolescent values entertaining as a key social rite at sixteen, shaping future habits of hospitality and group belonging. It teaches conformity, manners, and social customs through shared meals, introductions, and courteous conduct in public settings.
A fragmentary passage discusses a boy’s introduction to a group and the uncertainty of what he can do within or with the group, noting that the young person often feels unsure about his role or actions.
A fragment notes rapid ignition of jogs with no need to turn pages, suggesting a mechanical or procedural efficiency. The language hints at a sports or event context, though details are scarce and names or places are absent.
The dead letter office handles over eighteen million letters undeliverable due to lacking return address or illegible handwriting. Annual sales are held for unclaimed parcels and are a busy feature of the post office department.
An old note describes a so-called sty-care practice where a man offered a gold wedding ring or a woman's ring as a token, with the suitor claiming dominance within the social scene, reflecting dated courtship customs.
A stream of luncheon, dinner, and overnight visits highlight Elgin area social life. Guests included Mr and Mrs Alin Thiese and Linga from Thursday through Sunday, plus Ervin Etter Janesville Wis guests of Mrs Frieda Etter and Dorothy. Andersons, Schupbachs, and Luchsingers hosted and attended events across Cedar Rapids, Chicago and North Lake Illinois with extended family from Oelwein and Calmar. Memorial Day dinners featured the Medberry and Sielemans families, while Mark Schori turned three with a party attended by Michael and Jenifer Schori and friends.
Do your clothes wrinkle when hung in the closet Try this link chain hack to keep dresses in place by threading hanger hooks through chain links ensuring stability and smooth lines in the wardrobe.
Gloves crafted from string promise wear resistance and a brated look. Available in pastel, neutral, and black hues to suit varied styles.
A bachelor constantly glances at a woman then looks away, then returns his gaze, leaving her aware he is thinking of her. the pattern suggests lingering interest and playful uncertainty in social courtship.
A reflective note on goodwill as a powerful energy guiding present action. The author likens goodwill to atomic energy of the spirit, emphasizing its immeasurable impact and the practical value of choosing kindness and positive effort in daily life.
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