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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1921
Page
5
A garbled newspaper page outlines choir recitals and poems, plus legislative talk. It cites Fayette County draft legislation funding road work and mentions St Petersburg travel notes and local performances at the Bigin House with a charity program by the Eastern Star.
A hand made large calibre rifle was found inside a massive oak in the dri ver land near Rice Lake Worth county. The weapon was loaded with four leaden slugs and had been primed for use long ago. A corroded percussion cap and a powder horn with bone stopper were also recovered but crumbled on exposure to air.
The Ladies Aid Society of the M B Church thanks donors for the St Patrick Day Bazaar and support. Over $200 was raised to help lift the church debt. Signed by the President and members.
Hutchinson becomes first Hawkaye state resident to take a zero dollar subscription and earns two free rides on Friday.
The text describes a seller or broker discussing newspaper advertising costs and advert prices. It mentions a five thousand pound issue and per inch pricing for gum packages. The passage notes merchants complaining about dull times and seeks profit as a factor. The overall tone reflects mercantile concerns and ad trade dynamics.
A clergyman who married couples with stern advice recalls a wedding in which he emphasized the gravity of the vows. The bride replies that she is prepared, while the groom lists gifts and household items expected for the new life, including feathers, linens, and a kettle.
A Northwood Anchor item reports on the Roman Citurs farm trial of 136 hens in 1920s income. On August 26, 1928 Ames expert demonstrations showed 495 fens generating 463.21 cold and 278,099 from chickens sold for a total of 742.20 with 128.40 feed expense left as a net 9614.90.
Advertising drives rapid turnover for grocers, enabling lower prices and higher yearly profits. A grocer with strong ads can rotate stock quickly, boosting sales and ensuring margins. Corn Belt Publisher.
A farmer tried several methods to deter crows from his poultry. Scarecrows failed to deter the birds. Strychnine soaked corn did not reduce losses. A steel trap on a pole yielded no progress. White twine fencing kept crows out but endangered chicks. A crow shot and hung near the yard ended problems, with only minor ongoing exchanges.
An explosion from a dynamite cap maimed twelve year old Edward Quillis, son of Ott and Mrs. Phil Quillin of Makee township Allawahoe county. He touched a lit cap found nearby and lost two fingers and parts of his left hand, with severe burns to the face and abdomen. His right fingers were also damaged and one eye injured but not blinded.
Report from the Mirror notes four infant bodies found inside a glass jar secured by the Tippery boys downstream from the shore. The discovery prompted authorities to take charge as rumors circulate and a prompt investigation is urged.
Notice by John Fath stating he has sold 8 part interest in his garage to his son George Fath and that all books should be closed at once. He asks anyone indebted to settle immediately and to call.
Arthur Bishop travels from Bloomington Wisconsin to La Crosse for a hospital examination and X-ray treatment for stomach ailment with doctors McGrath and Strong. The piece praises the La Crosse hospital run by eight costars and reflects on readers’ editor H. C. Bishop. The column includes church notes Prime Easter services and a performance of Love Triumphant by the Sunday school and choir, with a free will offering for Bible distribution.
The obituary notes H. C. Bighop died after a surgical operation. Former Elgin resident and public official, he served Clayton County as representative and long time editor of the Clayton County Democrat. Funeral services will be held in Bikadet at 1:30 PM Friday afternoon.
United States Game Warden Conrad F. Asmuth of Milwaukee reports that at 5 p.m. on Tuesday March 8 one mile south of McGregor Fred Schultz Walter J. Zahn and Bob Schulz all of McGregor were caught in the act of violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. They hunted all day and their game was held as evidence. They face penalties up to 6000 dollars or six months in federal prison and will appear before a federal court in Dubuque. The farmers claim inexperience with duck hunting and ignorance of the law.
Notice calls all women to Town Hall at 7 30 Friday evening for a general meeting. Members of the tinge and chemical companies urged to attend. Harry Becket Mhiet Clermont to give a fireman's dance next Thursday evening March 41 with supper at 620 p.m. Clermont Fire Department hosts event.
Syria Community Church invites participation in Easter week events ending on Good Friday with prayers for victory and national safety. Baptisms will be performed for infants and adults during Easter morning services. Offerings for hospital care are requested, with missionary and charity appeals noted.
Notice to seedle parties acknowledging debts to us requires settlement by cash or negotiable promissory note on or before April 14. Blin C and Company.
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