Local notes and social visits in Elgin area
Elgin and surrounding residents share visits and funeral attendances. Mabel Ewing hosts in Postville while Edward Shelton, G H Falb, and families travel for gatherings. Cary of Clermont, Strawberry Point, and Manchester ties noted with multiple church and social events. Claire Robison drowns in Tennessee river. Elgin families extend sympathy to Mrs Elizabeth Wegmiller's relatives in Duluth.
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Elgin
Elizabeth Wegmiller
Duluth
Minn
James L. Bradley
Lena Wegmiller
Claire Robison
Fred Moser
Manchester
Tennessee River
Cumberland Heights
Tenn
Robison
Johnson Bible College
George Vaughn
Vaughn
Elgin Baptist Church announces weekend services and programs
The Elgin Baptist Church schedules a Thursday prayer meeting at 7 p m and a Sunday program on March 24 including an English service at 10 am Sunday school at 11 am and a B Y P U program committee meeting at 7 30 pm Captain Lillian Krueger will lead a program featuring an 18 member orchestra clarinet solo Finding the Golden Key and a choir song Owing to road conditions the program was delayed last Sunday and will be presented March 24 Abe Habeger leads the B Y P A prayer meeting at 9 pm An additional prayer meeting is planned for Thursday March 28 at 8 pm The church invites friends to attend.
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Lillian Krueger
Anns Mae Baechier
Abe Habeger
St Pauls M E Church Plans and Schedule
St Pauls M E Church led by J J Snyder with Mrs Louis Klingman as pianist schedules worship at 10 am on Sunday, Sunday school at 9, junior catechism at 9 30, Saturday catechism at 10 30, choir practice Thursday evenings, and Ladies Aid Society event on Thursday afternoon March 28 at the town hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Snyder
Louis Klingman
Parson
Ladies’ Aid Society
General Aid Society
Grace Foxwell
Lutheran Church Notes March Services Schedule
Norway at 11 o'clock English services March 24. March 31 St Olaf Chapel at 9 o'clock English services. Norway at 11 o'clock Norse services. First Lutheran at 2 30 o'clock service. Come to church. You are welcome for each and every service. S. J. Strandjord, Pastor.
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Norway
St. Olaf Chapel
S. J. Strandjord
Will and Testament of L. W. Reed For Probate
State of Iowa Fayette County district court will hear April 16 1935 for probate admission of the will of L W Reed deceased filed from West Union Details show docket clerk Philip K Meskel and county notices A Mrs Irvin Miller illness noted earlier in the week
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Betty Kohler
Kathryn Strauch
Cedar Falls
F. L. Sires
Fayette County
L. W. Reed
District Court
West
Union
Iowa
Prayer hymn honors pastor and wife at Ladies Aid
Ethel Rennison from Elgin letters praise to the pastor and his wife for prayers deeds and faithful service. The verse thanks God for sermons and steadfastness and asks divine care through coming days until the final hymn, read at the Ladies Aid meeting hosted by Mr and Mrs Hans Keiser on March 6 1935.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Jesus
Ethel Rennison
Elgin
Ladies’ Aid
Hans Keiser
County 5S S Conference Brings Youth Leaders to West Union
Fayette County Older Boys and Girls conference meets March 26 at West Union Methodist church. All senior high pupils over 15 invited. principals permit attendance with credential card and makeup work. Theme: The Youth of Today in the World of Tomorrow with leaders Rev John Clinton and Rev Irving Wade among speakers. Enrollment 60 cents covers six o'clock banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette County
County Sunday School Council
West Union Methodist Church
John Clinton
Fayette
Irving Wade
Oelwein
L. W. Hauter
Bennett
Q. G. Herbrecht
Des Moines
C. E. Hillis
Oehwein
Young People’s
Heather and Shamrock Grow in This Country
The article notes that both Scottish heather and Irish shamrock will thrive here. It mentions Nantucket’s downs and interiors as suitable heather habitats and describes American moist regions as fitting for shamrock growth. It also references the English hawthorn and a Parisian plane tree, a sycilmore variety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nantucket
America
English place names inspire US town tags
The article notes many American towns adopting English nomenclature listing numerous examples such as Bristol Oxford Plymouth York Bath and Cambridge. It highlights the presence of thirteen Bristols thirteen Oxfords nine Plymouths seven Yorks seven Baths and six Cambridges across the country.
Japan in tough spot from shifting Pacific and Sea of Japan coasts
Japan faces earthquakes as the Pacific side slowly rises while regions along the Sea of Japan experience land movements. The piece notes tectonic activity shaping seismic risk across coastal areas.
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Japania
Japan
Pacific
Sea of Japan
Flag of Liberia and Our Flag Share Similar Design
Liberia’s flag mirrors the United States flag but features a single star in its field. The note explains the U.S. flag served as a model for Liberia’s, highlighting historical influence on flag design.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pleasant Valley Farm Company
Mel Kohler
Treasuerer
Fred Berg
Liberia
Carbon Monoxide Toll Tops Poison Deaths
Carbon monoxide deaths lead all poison categories with over 500 fatalities annually nationwide. Experts warn about lingering exposure risks and the need for improved detectors and safety practices across homes and workplaces.
Languages in World Count by French Academy Official
The French academy official states nearly 3 000 languages are spoken worldwide. The remark emphasizes vast linguistic diversity and raises awareness of regional language preservation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French Academy
Madeira Embroidery and Wine Put Portuguese Isle in Spotlight
Madeira crafts and Madeira wine gain fame for the Portuguese island, highlighting its textile artistry and viticulture. Local producers celebrate growing interest from visitors and collectors seeking authentic island specialties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madeira
Feller's Hardware Paints Advertises Full Stock
Paints and finishes available at Feller's Hardware West Elgin. Store offers en amels varnishes and related supplies. Emphasizes high quality products and ready stock for customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feller’s Hardware
West Elgin
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Chicago
Wm. F. Miller
John Falk
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Mrs. Chas, Capper
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Fred Gehring
A. J. Phillips
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Susie Stillman
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Here
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G. J. Mosby
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Glen White
Batoffe Club
Elmer Hoag
H. H.wolf
L. B. Carter
Rudolf Muehrenthaler
William
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Fred A. Miller
Rock Valley
George Snyder
Cornell College
Louise Parker
Cornell Tittle Theatre
Helen Halverson
Betty Snyder
Sam Lehman
8. K. Langsdale
Center Point
Wm. Barker
Brainard
Bilgin
Topp
Pleasant Street
Roy French
Falb
Mr. French
John Johnson
Roy A. Cook
Independence
L. A. Scharnweber
Sumner
E. 0. Wagner
Alvin Thorson
West Union
F. D. Welsh
Echo
Alphie Thorson
Clarence
Alphie
Aswan
Elgin Baptist Church
St. Paul’s M. E. Church
Lutheran Church Notes
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Will
Philip K. Meskel
Monarch
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Louis Koevenig
Jimmie
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W. C. Dummermuth
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Elkader
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