23 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1955
Page
1
The Elgin Echo Dial in Elgin Iowa notes it is a second class matter entered Sept 1 1891 at the Elgin Fayette County post office under the March 3 1852 act. This line records publication status and archival registration for the local paper.
Subscription rates listed for 1955 include $2.00 per year for four Northeast Iowa counties and $2.50 per year for all outside above territory, payable in advance. Advertising rates specify readers per line, want ads at 10 cents per line with a 30 cent weekly minimum if cash accompanies the order, otherwise 10 cents minimum, blind ads or inquiries to the office. Cards of Thanks and In Memoriam set at $1.00, limited to 10 lines, with resolutions of respect, church society and school notices with admission charged, and obituary poetry at regular advertising rates.
Funeral services for Harry F. Reichert 86 of West Union were held at Muehlethaler Funeral Home and Bethel Presbyterian Church on Saturday June 11 after sudden death at his farm. Born September 26 1888 near Wig in Illyria township he married Elma Meyer in 1922. They lived on his parents farm before moving near West Union where they remained. Survivors include one son Lyle two daughters Lavon and Lois and a widow, plus one sister Mrs J T Colgrove and a half brother.
The Reichert family thanks neighbors friends and relatives for expressions of sympathy during their bereavement Ralph of Town Fails served in World War I and was a member of the American Legion and the Presbyterian Church.
Rex M Mulford transfers undivided 12 interest in Elgin Mill property to Clifford J Mulford. Roy Swenson sells to Arnold Stum a buyer for Lots 15 16 Bil 12 Clermont. Laura I Herrling to Lyal T and Arthur G Jr Herrling merchandise stock equipment fixtures. Wadena Lumber Co listing transfers at Wadena. John A Erickson registered in Clermont. Mercury sedan under George or Ruth Bassett Arlington Chevrolet sedan.
Thoroughly packing silage to remove air pockets reduces cattle losses due to mold. Most common molds are harmless, but red mold in poorly packed silage can poison cattle. If mold is found, feed only small amounts with ample good silage.
Elma Reichert named administratrix of the Harry Reichert estate by Fayette County District Court on June 18 1955. Creditors must present claims to the court for allowance and all indebted parties should pay the administratrix. C W Antes attorney, West Union Iowa.
Sealed bids for 525000 in school building bonds of Clermont-Elgin Consolidated School District Fayette and Clayton counties Iowa are due by 1:30 PM July 12 1955. Bonds dated March 1 1955 pay semiannual interest, mature 15000 in 1956 25000 each 1957-1988 and 30000 1969-1975. Bid ins ent rates prefer par plus accrued interest. include 2% certified funds. Right to reject bids. Secretary Gladys Hanson.
The Marion Mission Society met Thursday in June with a program about Cradle Rail month. Attendees included Morris Nellie Hanson Marvin Staake Ida Leuchtenmacher and Clarence Anderson. Devotions were led by Mrs Harold Opsand and Bible study by Mrs Mervin Reierson assisted by several members. WMF convention reports were presented by Mrs Reierson and Mrs Cornelius Reierson. The program featured readings by Mrs Kenneth Mark songs by children recitations and closing with a birthday song for five members.
The Social Hour Club met June 1 at Mrs. Leonard Hines home with Mrs. Reuben Howard assisting. Members shared wedding day memories, voted to picnic July 3 in Fayette, heard a humorous reading by Mrs. Herbert Ash, and appointed a homecoming committee. Bingo was played. August hostesses are Mrs. Melbert Meyer and Mrs. Walter Dennler.
Peace Evangelical and Reformed Church of Elkader marked its golden anniversary on Sunday June 19. Founded in 1905 after purchasing the Methodist Episcopal building, it later built a new church in 1928 and added a parsonage in 1938. The 50 year record shows about 950 members, 176 women’s guild, 243 in Sunday school, and 2,242 baptisms, 1,044 confirmands, 915 marriages, 1,095 deaths. Henry Freitag remains the sole living charter member.
Heavy downpour hit parts of Iowa on Sunday though only .43 inches were recorded here. Saturday brought .06 inches. Through Monday total June rainfall in this area stood at 2.77 inches.
R S Logan of The Logan Co Louisville Kentucky offers a devotional plea urging Christians to overcome sin and align actions with faith. The message asks for divine help to want and do what is right through Christ.
Twelve year old Elena Jones was badly mauled and trampled by a steer in an alley at the sales pavilion in Paullina. Investigators describe the incident as a severe animal attack with bystanders assisting the girl.
The Women's Guild of the Presbyterian Church met at Mrs. James Wilson's home with 21 members and five guests. Roll call asked guests where they would vacation. Circles Naomi Ruth Esther reported attendance. committee appointments were made for dining room tables, alumni banquet, and buttermakers meeting dinner. A skit titled The American Family was presented. Several members and guests were noted visiting or hosting events and trips, with plans for July activities and Luther League convention travel.
Joseph Wright of Des Moines died in Mason City hospital three weeks after a small plane crash near Northwood. Passenger William Nuzum is recovering. Early edition want ad note mentions today&apos.s best buy.
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