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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1967
Page
7
St Peters Catholic Church announces Mass times for Friday at 8 p.m and Saturday at 8 30 a m with Sunday services at 7 and 9 a m attendance expected for parishioners and visitors alike
Clermont Lutheran Parish details a June 29 church council gathering at West Clermont with Pastor Al Yon Nelson of the ALC District Office and a 6 30 p m joint congregation meeting to call a new pastor Support includes a July 2 service at 4 30 am and a noon farewell dinner in Clermont Park for Pastor Roger W Peterson and his family
On Thursday June 24 at 7 30 p m the Joint Church Council in West meets with Pastor Alvon Nelson of Des Moines The schedule includes a 4 30 p m meeting and a congregational session to call a new pastor On Sunday July 2 a 10 a m worship and noon picnic dinner in Clermont Park for the pastor followed by an 8 p m L L play and ice cream social All are invited Monday July 3 at 8 p m church council meeting.
The Story Hour sponsored by the Tre Ore Jr. Study Club was held Friday afternoon at the legion hall with Mrs. Roger Peterson and Mrs. Daryl Rud in charge. About 55 children attended. A special feature was children being put in the ir for a short time. Mrs. Galen Marck and Mrs. Rovid Hackmann will lead the story hour June 39 at 2 o'clock.
The Larrabee Phaeton, a two seated carriage formerly used by Gov. William Larrabee, is returned to Montauk carriage house after twenty years at Decorah's Norwegian American Museum. Arthur Nelson and the Larrabee Days Committee arranged the move to Clermont for use in the historical parade before再display at Montauk.
A guided bus tour of Clermont will run on July 22 and 23 visiting Montauk Lincoln Park the statue of David Henderson the Episcopal Church the Union Church and the Larrabee School and Museum Narrators will be in attendance at each point The tour begins and ends at the park.
Mr William J Petersen superintendent of the State Historical Society will be one of the speakers for Larrabee Appreciation Days. He will direct Montauk as an historical site development under his supervision.
The Business and Professional Women's Club held their annual June outing Tuesday evening with a supper at Nob Hill in Decorah. Attending were Mrs. Levi Molokken, Mrs. Gerald Gutcher, Mrs. Dennis Bear, Mrs. Glen Nims, Mrs. Wayne Flack and Mrs. Dean Mitts.
Notice calls for residents to display old relics ornaments or utensils for Larrabee Appreciation Days. Contact Mrs. Lucian Appelman Mrs. Louis Olson or Mrs. Carmen Swenson for details and display arrangements.
Day Camp Campers from Brownie Troop 351 and Jr. Girl Scout Troop 314 held a joint five day event after regular Day Camp was canceled. Twenty four girls attended with nature hikes, crafts, and outdoor cookouts each day. Leaders Lana Griebe and Susan Schott were thanked with a token of appreciation by the girls.
The Ilvria Clipperettes gathered at Debra Friederich’s home Monday afternoon June 12 at 1 30. Lauralee Wenger presided as sixteen members answered roll call on How I like my eggs prepared with three guests present. A club tour and fair list were discussed and a local achievement show was planned for Trio 19 at 1 00 p m at the Illyria Third basement. Debra Friederich displayed her Science Why on better breakfast better day and demonstrations in preparing foods followed.
The Bucks distributed prizes Saturday evening with Mrs Isabell Nelson and Mrs George Hyde not in attendance while Bob Mott and Mrs Ralph Triem attended to collect their $10 prizes. Next Saturday July 1 a $50 first prize and three $19 prizes will be drawn.
The 34th Guyer reunion met Sunday at Duttons Cave Park in West Union. James Guyer was elected president and Mrs. Richard Olson, secretary treasurer. Families represented included several Guyer households from Garnaville Monona Hawkeye Filgin Clermont and West Union plus one visitor, Mrs. Clara Christianson. The group voted to hold next year’s reunion again at Duttons Cave Park on the first Sunday after Father’s Day.
Mary Circle met with Mrs. Carmen Swenson at Andine Vasby’s home for brunch and Bible study led by Mrs. Franz Appelman. Rebecca Circle gathered at church parlors with Mrs. William Mueller hostess. eight members shared quotations about father and plans for dairymen’s banquet on June 27. NaomiCircle met at church with eight members. work slips for Larrabee Days and gifts noted. Ruth Circle met at Mrs. Harry Vauslin’s home. eight answered roll call with a John verse. dairymen’s supper planning and Larrabee Days slips discussed. Sarah Circle met at church. nine members, Bible lesson by Mrs. Gilbert Anderson. going away gift to Mrs. Jake Ames. Martha Circle met at Mrs. Gussie Miller’s. nine members and three guests. service visit to Good Samaritan Home. Service Club at Mary Olson’s home included readings, devotions, and a picnic planned for August 6 at Dutton’s Cave. Lunch served.
Supt. and Mrs. M. H. Moore hosted as guests of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kelly of South Bend Indiana. A testimonial banquet on June 17 featured Paul Dizzy Troute former major league pitcher now with the Chicago White Sox promotion office. The Moores planned and organized the event and received letters of appreciation and cash gifts from former athletes and friends.
Clermont Pee Wees were edged 7 4 by Elgin as Clermont pitchers walked nine while Elgin issued two. Kevin Amundson led with 2 for 2. team totaled four hits. In the Midget game Elgin hit six homers to win 10 5 while Clermont managed five hits. Steve Metzger led with a triple, and Roger Olson, Jerry Anderson, Dave Woods, and Mike Olson added hits.
The Clermont Community Club held a regular meeting Monday July 19 with a 6:30 supper by the Auxiliary. Pres Leo Woods led the session. reports by Leslie Miller on his Boys State trip and chair duties for band concert nights were announced. New members Norman Amundson and Daryl Rudd attended. July August meetings stay at 7:30 p.m. with no suppers.
The Grand Meadow Study Club held its annual picnic Sunday at Dutton's Cave Park. Attendees included the Clarence Amundson and Millard Bilden families and numerous relatives such as Norman and Julie Amundson, Art Helger and Sharon, George Frieden and Donna, Orville Berg, Almer Amundson, Ames Olson, Esther Erickson, Metta Krueger, and Martin Amundson.
The Clermont Historical Society will meet Wednesday evening July 5 at 7 30 pm in the Masonic room. Reports from committees on Appreciation Days assignments are requested at this time.
Card of Thanks thanks relatives and friends for kindness and cheer during illness at Mercy Hospital Iowa City and after returning home. Mrs Ruth Olson expresses gratitude for support and prayers and notes the care given by loved ones. Arthur Matt Jr also thanks for visits gifts and kindness including Father Hsu doctors nurses and neighbors.
Leo Grubenow owner of Leo and Leona's store at Clermont received a commemorative plaque from Super Valu Stores Inc for ten years of affiliation. The Des Moines Division presented the honor, noting Super Valu now serves more than 1600 independently owned supermarkets in 18 mid central states. Don Bishop, field representative, presented the award.
Mrs. Gerald Schneider entertained at a Tuesday afternoon celebration for Gary Schneider turning ten. Guests included Curtis Amundson, Bobby Bear, Danny Schott, Larry Lofts gard, Tony Tague, and Roger Goeke. Roger stayed for a few days visiting. The afternoon featured games then Gary opened gifts and lunch was served.
This week at Leo's U-Save the Gold Bond Stamp winners were Mrs Willet Miller Mrs L M Olson Mrs Will Burrow Mrs Millard Nelson Jr and Mr Frank Nims.
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