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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1936
Page
4
Rates outlined for small and large want ads. Up to 25 words cost 25 cents per insertion, over 25 words 1 cent per word. Additional 10 cent weekly handling for office replies. Cash with order preferred. telephoned ads accepted with payment due by month end plus 1 cent per line billed monthly. Emphasis on small ads selling big things.
The text discusses how senses develop in childhood and notes that separate development is possible as in blindness. It refutes the common belief that blind people gain heightened other senses as compensation. It also states that being blind and deaf does not automatically enhance the remaining senses, a difficult task with no natural compensation.
The United States area including possessions is 3,738,205 square miles, excluding possessions 8,026,789 square miles. Russia's authority extends over 8,144,228 square miles.
Eskimos of the Labrador coast are skillful with dog whips. They can nap the head of a dozing ptarmigan while coasting along on the edge.
FRED BIERMANN'S NEWS LETTER notes Speaker Byrns death and recent losses Buckbee Thomas Perkins Andrew Burns, with memorial respect in the House. It reflects on tenancy farm policy doubts for this session, and a Jefferson Davis eulogy viewed differently in North and South. Mt Vernon trees protected by lightning rods, preserving historic oaks.
The Jolly Booster 4-H club gathered at Mrs. Ed Medberry home with Miss Gehring, three members and two guests present. Guests were Mrs. Ed Medberry and Leta Ash. They held a regular meeting, made bird houses, covered notebooks and laundry bags, played folk games, and planned for the state 4-H convention. Leader Miss Gehring and delegate Helen Dennler attend the convention. Each member contributed a covered dish for a lawn picnic supper.
In studies reported by Doctor Guy P Crowden of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine aluminum foil was found to be an effective heat insulator. Tests in Egypt showed roof reflections lowered interior temperatures by about four degrees Fahrenheit while tropical helmet linings kept heads about 20 degrees cooler. The material also retained heat in cold climates and has been used aboard ships and in homes for insulation.
The article notes sheep now wrapped in rugs like Mexican hairless dogs to stay warm, a practice spreading from the northwest to Australia. Ranchers profit as rugs keep wool clean, raise weight, and improve value, while civilization softens even tough animals.
The text notes that George Washington owned 8,000 acres at Mount Vernon and nearby tracts, with the Mount Vernon farm later reduced to about 475 acres. It also mentions Washington owning land in other parts of the country.
Washington residents appear to rely on boarders, with grocery stores sparse while garages and filling stations are also fewer than in northeast Iowa. Cars seem abundant, and restaurants and hotel dining rooms are busy. In federal finance, the Gillette bill keeps 3 percent interest on Federal Land Bank loans for one year after July 1 1936, after Senate reduced the term from two years. Conference between Senate and House will resolve the difference.
Congress recessed on June 8 and will reconvene on June 15 to allow Republicans to attend their national convention in Cleveland. The session is expected to end before the Democratic convention starts in Philadelphia. Fraternally yours, Fred Biermann.
Fayette county residents paid 11240.00 and Clayton county 8598.00 in 1936 old age assistance tax. With the June 30 deadline near, total Iowa payments reach 873766.50. After that, a 1 percent monthly penalty applies. Each $2.00 tax yields $4.00 for aid as federal matching dollars top Iowa funds, with 1174500.00 received from the Federal Social Security board to date.
A State Club Institute of the Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs will be held in Iowa City on June 26 and 27 at the Iowa Memorial Union River Room. Registration is 35c for one day or 60c for two days. A special exhibit is arranged at the Hotel Jefferson mezzanine gallery for club guests.
Mrs Earl Kiple and Mrs Wm E Baumgartner hosted Legion and Legion Auxiliary guests at the Kiple residence Tuesday evening this week.
Pathfinder Magazine argues bulls react to motion rather than color, stating cattle are largely color blind and a waving cloth or flag engages the animal.
A Collier's Weekly report notes Alabama affirming a homicide verdict for a case where the defendant had no intent to kill. The victim died two weeks after an initial fight, leading to a second degree murder conviction rather than manslaughter.
An angry passer by in Cologne attached a youth to a cart, branding him a horse torturer, and forced him to pull his own cart through the streets as punishment for ill treating his horse.
Secretary of Agriculture Henry A Wallace announced the new farm program aims to halt soil exploitation and create a more stable agricultural industry. The soil conservation and domestic allotment act seeks conservation through a national policy of good farming, restore farm income, and protect consumers with steady food and fiber supplies.
A J Phillips of Postville, who has been critically ill, remains about the same from day to day with no noticeable improvement.
Detroit police ran a twelve mile city course with two drivers. One forced to drive as fast as possible saved three minutes overall, about fifteen seconds per mile, while the other drove sensibly. The test underscored dangers of speeding.
From the Orient the claw and ball foot seen on tables and chairs has been traced to the Far East. It is said to represent the three toed claw of the Chinese dragon that holds the mystic jewel of Buddha.
Cincinnati Enquirer reports a visitor questions Convict 71144 about plans after release. The inmate replies neutrally that nothing will be done by him, as he is serving life imprisonment.
Science Service reports a warm lake at 12 000 feet on Mount Kenya. The unusual find comes from an ice field area explored by an unknown hunter and noted for its temperate waters amid the icy summit environment.
A flock of birds became trapped in pools at La Larne Lake in Northern Ireland. Residents carried the weak birds home, cleaned them, and tended to their injuries, aiding their recovery after the flood.
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