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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1967
Page
7
The regular Girl Scout meeting was held Tuesday February 21 at Tracey Tague's home. Twelve girls attended and discussed the cookie sale set to run February 24 through March 4. The host served refreshments. The next meeting is scheduled for February 28 at the Legion Hall.
Ole Martineus Peterson born November 14, 1874 on a Clermont farm, lifelong East Clermont member. Married Pauline Sophie Brorby June 5, 1901. she died May 4, 1998. Retired from farming 1850 but remained until 1957 when he moved with his two daughters to Clermont. Suffered a stroke April 20, 1957. paralyzed and in a wheelchair until his death February 20, 1967 at 3:40 p.m. Preceded by wife, parents, and several siblings. Survivors: daughters Clara and Myrtle, plus nieces and nephews. Card of thanks expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends. signed by Paul, Martie, and family.
The Clermont Study Club met Feb 21 at 7 20 PM at Mrs Alfred Buechlers home with nine members and three guests Miss Edna Luce Miss Catherine Klaus and Mrs David Appelman. Guest speaker Mr Robert Hammer psychologist at the Children unit of the Mental Health Institute Independences spoke on education of the emotionally disturbed and briefly on psychological tests. An informal Q and A followed. Club closed with a Collect and refreshments. The club donated cash to the Children unit at the Institute.
The Clermont Ladies Aid Society met February 22 at Mrs. Delmer Kingery home with Mrs. Floyd Bergeson as co host. Thirteen members attended. guests answered roll call with Famous Americans. The Birthday Song honored Mrs. Leo Griebenow and Mrs. Lucian Appelman as the program on Famous Americans covered George Washington Abraham Lincoln and Benjamin Franklin.
St Ann's Circle met on February 21 at Mrs Dana Lansing's home with 10 members present. Mrs Burkhard Riegel led the meeting and reports from Secretary and Treasurer were approved. The group planned a bake sale with coffee and donuts after Mass on Sunday March 5 and discussed current events and Scope. Lunch was served. Mrs George V Larson will host in March.
The Bucks drawing Saturday afternoon listed four winners: No 1 with 80 dollars Reuben Butikofer not present, No 2 with 10 dollars Kenneth Nelson not present, No 3 with 10 dollars Nels Gilbert present, No 4 with 10 dollars Martin Anderson present. Next Saturday March 4 the drawing will award 100 dollars and three 10 dollar prizes. Alyce Flack of Postville spent Sunday in the Wayne Flack home.
The Business and Professional Women’s Club met at Mrs Evelyn Olson’s home with co hosts Mrs George V Larson and Mrs Mary Olson. Nineteen members attended. Gifts sent to Mrs Glen Nims were noted. A plan to fund playground equipment in the park was discussed and a $25 donation was approved with further fundraising coordinated by Mrs Levi Moleeen and others. The group adjourned after lunch and social time. The March meeting will be held at John Jukewell’s home.
Mark Hansen died from a shooting accident near his home on Sunday February 19 1967. Funeral services were held February 21 at St Pauls Episcopal Church Durant with Rev James P Barton officiating. Burial followed in Durant Cemetery. He was a 6th grade student at Durant Elementary School and survived by his father Oliver Hansen and his stepfamily. Memorials were directed to St Marks Episcopal Church and the Durant School Library.
The Young Women's Club met at Mrs Jerry E Anderson's home on Tuesday February 14 with eight members present. A new member Mrs David Boleyn joined and plans were made for a bake and rummage sale in May. Members reported attending the Annual Anniversary Supper at the Pink Elephant. Mrs Robert Johnson led the program. valentine and candy favors were exchanged for roll call. Lunch followed and the next meeting is set for March 14 at Mrs Burdette Sebastian's home.
Janeen Unvers University of Iowa students were named as 1966 1987 Alcoa scholarship winners honored at a Tuesday dinner in the Oriental Room of Iowa Memorial Union. Among honorees was Danny Baker Clermont. CARD OF THANKS I thank all relatives friends neighbors for cards letters gifts and food on my 80th birthday a happy birthday for me.
The Birthday Club gathered Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs Daryl Rud to celebrate the birthdays of Mrs Rud and Mrs Harry Helgerson. Attending were Mrs Harry Gunderson Mrs Leo Orth Mrs Arthur Amundson and Bruce Mrs Karl Miller Mrs Walter Fritz Mrs Gerald Gutcher Mrs Harry Amundson Mrs Burchard Riegel Louise Bilden and Mrs Robert Johnson and girls. Absent were Mrs Dona Lansing Mrs Raymond Loftsgard Mrs Lyle Gunderson and Rose Anderson.
Winners of Gold Bond Stamps at Leo's U Save this week included Mrs. George Paulson Mrs. Floyd Bergeson David Jacobin Mrs. Paul Schneider and Mrs. Glen Ryesard.
Regular monthly Junior Auxiliary meeting scheduled at Legion Hall Be 15 at 4 p.m. Elaine Ther Roll vall appears to be involved in the notice.
Card party at their home Saturday evening drew Mr. and Mrs. Ron Taylor Greene Mr. and Mrs. Olsen Mr. Orth Mr. and Mrs. Chaver Mr. and Mrs. John Gass and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burrow. Prizes went to Mrs. John Gass for ladies high and LaVern Swenson for ladies low and high, with Ron Taylor and LaVern Swenson winning men’s prizes.
On Monday March 13 the Legion and Auxiliary will hold a joint meeting at the Legion Hall starting with a pot luck supper at 7 p.m. Attendees should bring a dish and their own dishes and silverware. Drink bread and butter are furnished. Euchre and 500 will provide entertainment.
Members of the Ruth Circle met at Mrs. Earl Kloster's home in West Union with eight members and two guests, Mrs. LeRoy Gass and Mrs. Bob Bemiss. Bible study was led by Mrs. Clarence Kittleson. Birthday offerings were given by Mrs. Roy Tatro and Mrs. George Larson, and the gathering closed with the Lord's Prayer and the Table Prayer.
Recipe reads Mint cookies crushed with egg whites vanilla and nuts to make a crust and filling for a 9 inch pie. Chill crust, beat egg whites to soft peaks, fold in crumbs and nuts, bake with sweetened whipped cream, garnish with chocolate curls. Phone orders for cookies run through March 4 at 423-5985 or 5296.
Card of Thanks expresses gratitude to the Clermont Merchants for a Saturday win sum of ten dollars and thanks supporters who sent cards flowers and gifts during hospital stays at Scholtz Hospital Waterloo plus thanks to Pastor Peterson Dr Wolf and family for kindness.
Sundays feature Sung Liturgy and 10 a.m. Friday services at St Peters Church with 8 p.m. Sung Liturgy. Stations of the Cross follow Mass. Saturdays offer 8:30 a.m. Sung Liturgy and Confessions 8 to 8:25 after Mass. CCD classes run every Saturday.
East Clermont March events include ALCW with hosts and a 7:45 p.m. Lenten service followed by a Luther League coffee hour. Other notes list 8th and 7th grade confirmations, Joint Church Council meetings, Sunday School and worship at 10 and 11, plus Pastor Del Rumme’s sermons and missionary slides on Japan.
The class wrote letters to pen pals and mailed them at the post office after learning about zip codes. Mr. Gilson answered questions about the post office. Becky Becker and Tracy Tague built a skating screen room. The class tours the teym for physical education twice weekly and begins a coal unit in social studies. They visited Leon's parents store to see a freezer and read about George Washington on his birthday. Cameron Roberts and Daniel Gilbert served as editors for the week.
Martin Anderson thanks Clermont merchants for awarding ten bucks won in the Saturday drawing. Your generosity is appreciated.
Clermont Community Club members enjoyed a supper at the Legion Hall served by the Auxiliary. After dinner the regular monthly meeting followed with etiuier reports read and approved. Henry Follett agreed to chair efforts to boost local tourism with authority to seek needed help. Officers were asked to arrange community reception for Valley High Girls Basketball Team in the State Tournament.
A Day of Recollection for Ossian Deanery women will be held at Holy Name Church in West Union on a Wednesday afternoon. The event is conducted by Rev. Robert Gin with a 12:39 PM start time.
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