Clermont Store Break In And Parish School Tests
Clermont store broken into last Friday night with groceries taken. authorities say several suspects under suspicion and future arrests possible. Parochial and public schools report Eighth Grade tests with counts of those passing. notable names and averages listed for the county cohort. Grand jury returns two indictments for larceny from the person, naming Buel German and Milo Vermillion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont
H. A. Eilis
L. G. Meyer
Meyer
Wei
Abe
Asuccessful
Virginia Humker
Mary Johnson
Robert Bach
Vincent Moyle
Emmett Hoye
Leo Lynch
School Debate Called Off and Delegates Named
A Fayette county voice notes that collective supply acts are not always best for the community and one law mover warns of potential consequences. The men involved decide to quit for now while King Palmer is chosen as a delegate at large to the Republican national convention in Chicago. Attest Saturday afternoon crowds indicate strong local sales and business activity across stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette County
Ths
Chicago
King Palmer
Hhe County
F. BR. Berg
Samuel Mosby
R. W. Muehlen
Thaler
Elgin
J. W. Crowe
Geo. Rounds
Clermont
Wm. Corbett
Wadena
Arlington meeting notice from Fayette schedule
Mrs Arlington and local residents plan a meeting at the home cottage in Fatefield townships. Posters will be distributed and attendees from Illyhidae, Rothisber, and nearby communities are encouraged to attend the first May meeting chaired by Mrs Chas. othreer and Mrs W.8 Rothisber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
acHool -yWe
Illy- Hidae
Chas
Othreer
W. 8
Rothisber
Thomas
Ee Marie Gehre
Fayette
Elgin's Oldest Citizen Passes Away At Home
Wes Engebreteen father of Mrs. Geo Schorl died at the Schorl home early Wednesday. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon March 26 at St Paul’s M E at 5 o clock with Ray J J Snyder officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wes Engebreteen
Geo. N. Schorl
Sway
Schorl
St. Paul’s
Ray
J. J Snyder
Municipal Election Next Monday Proclaimed
The mayor's official proclamation announces a municipal election set for next Monday. The article urges residents to vote in support of current officials, noting no contest for offices and encouraging a strong show of confidence in their handling of town business.
Plant rainbow trout in Otter creek and Turkey river
Seven cans of rainbow trout were placed in Otter creek last Thursday to aid future fishing. The fish were arranged by Elgin State Bank which covered the cost. A number of young trout were also placed in the Turkey river north of here.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otter Creek
Elgin State Bank
Turkey River
Gunder P T A Holds Annual Meeting Officers Elected
The Gunder P T A met on March 14 to plan next year s work. Officers elected included President Mrs Ed Doerring Vice President Mrs Ray E Jacobin Secretary Mrs Ole Oleon and Treasurer Mrs Lena Clark Also noted is Mrs Jesse Cahalan s illness and absence. Dr H H Wolf attended a medical appointment in Strawberry Point. April dates referenced for upcoming events.
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Gunder P. T. A
Mra
Ed Doerring
Ray E. Jacobin
Ole Oleon
Lena Clark
Jesse Cahalan
wRememely Jadeertining
Emm Schori
Mex
Easter Program Reported by Sunday Bcruol
The Sunday Easter program includes prayers, readings, and songs led by Betty Alles Shar and Gene Habeger. Featured items include The Easter Story by Joan Mosby, The Easter Lily, Easter Bonnets, The Rabbit, The Easter Song, and New Hope for All the World. Congregational Benediction given by Rev. J. J. Snyder with committee leaders L. B. Carter Gy. B. Schori and Mrs Gordon Mosby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
Gene Habeger
Tokehin
Jane Falk
Stripture Randing MravCop
Mra
Kingman
William Welbel
Joan Mosby
Betty- Jean
Bikema
Ethel Mee Thoman
Ban Schori
Thetess Snyder
Georgiana ‘Falb
Jimmie Christ
Mabel Grimea
Bobbie Falb
Mia, Thoma
the Rabbit
Reg
Lily
Betty Snyder
Betty Strauch
Vern Sires
Margaret Belle Crider
Anna Mae Schupbach
Helen Jean Hoag
Lois, Miller
Geraldine Butikofer
Yerley
Dean Bailey
New Hope
Leo Schori
J. J. Snyder
Dmrc
L. B. Carter
Mra. Gy
B. Schori
Gordon Mosby
Follow-up Meeting At Mrs Strongs Draws 74 From Three Districts
The largest follow-up gathering to date convened Monday evening March 21 at Mrs. Strong's home with about seventy four attendees from districts 2 and 8. Mrs. Albert Dennler presented the Jesson on Company Dinner featuring twelve youths in a two course meal demo. The next meeting is planned at Mrs. Walter Rotheaberger's home in April, focusing on Standards for Judging Cooked Foods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strong
Jesson
Albert Dennler
Kl ein Merchants Adopt Thirty Day Charge Accounts
Notice from Kl ein merchants that after April 1 1982 all charge accounts will be limited to a thirty day period and must be settled at the end of each month. The change aims to level competition with cash only rivals and will extend credit to worthy customers subject to full monthly settlements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Klein
Elgin Independent District elects president at organize meeting
The Elgin Independent School Board organized and elected W. C. Falk as president. Committees to be announced next week. A special meeting is planned to discuss hiring teachers for the coming year. Local game news notes trout stocking by Game Warden Becker and Keith Gray with 25,000 fingerlings arriving from Lansing hatchery.
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Board of Educaton
Independent District of
Elgin
W. C. Falk
United
State Fish and Game Department
Becker
Keith Gray
Stone House
Lansing
Yitle Herald
Business improves as cash basis returns gain traction
A Echo reporter notes a shift in attitudes toward credit with several bankers and merchants reporting more timely payments. The piece argues for re adjusting business practices toward cash or monthly settlements, proposing elimination of old obligations and avoiding new ones the business cannot meet to foster lasting improvements.
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Ian
Teany
Eli Bee
Echo
Contest invites slogans to boost Iowa tourism
Tour Iowa committee offers 1000 dollars in prizes for a short slogan promoting Iowa as a desirable touring state. Fort Des Moines Hotel in Des Moines hosts the competition with sixty five prizes. Readable ideas highlight Iowa’s 3200 miles of paved highways, scenic lakes, resorts, and historic sites.
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Iowa
Fort Des Moines
Des Moines
Mississipp
California State
Death of Highland resident Halvor Torkelson reported
Highland township resident Halvor Torkelson was found dead in bed Saturday morning. The 60s or 70s married man, brother of Theodore who died six months earlier, is survived by his widow. Funeral services were held at Highland church with Rev. G. Gunsten officiating. A life sketch will be published in the Echo.
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Halvor Torkelson
Highland Township
Theodore
Highland Church
G. Gunsten
the Echo
Torkelton
Farmers Realizing Direct Hog Sales Hurt Market
Farmers in Clinton county Iowa observe direct hog sales faltering as fewer hogs are sold directly to packers. Z E Kruse notes the open market benefits, predicting ongoing declines in direct selling and urging support for local businesses and the home paper to bolster the town's economy through loyalty and credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. E. Kruse
Clinton County
Iowa
Kruse
Netawa Assn Meets at Clermont Next Tuesday
Fayette County Union reprints a Republican county convention summary praising Hoover Turner and Haugen, noting taxes on Iowa farms. Clermont lodge hosts the Northeast Iowa Masonic Fellowship at March meeting, celebrates 70th anniversary, and recalls Gov. William Larrabee and local Masonic history.
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Netawa Assn
Clermont
Clermont Lodge
N. E. Iowa
Wm. Larrabee
Iowa State Senate
Iowa
Sage of
McGregor
D. D. Welch
Dubuque
Brother Welch
Brother Follett
Washington
Banks release funds for tax payments this week
The Elgin State Bank of Elgin and Farmers Savings Bank of Clermont announce partial check deposits to cover the first tax installment and extra needs. Six days remain to pay taxes before penalties begin, with both banks following the same plan to help patrons manage payments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin State Bank of Elgin
Farmers Savings Bank of Clermont
Farmers Savings Bank
Clermont
Elgin rivals boast longer service in local business
The Elgin scene features Hans Keiser claiming forty two years in insurance and related fields since 1800 while Fred R. Berg, noted in Echo, sought similar longevity. Keiser notes he pioneered rural singing schools and was Elgin’s first music teacher, asserting he exceeds Berg in length of service.
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The
Echo
Fred R. Berg
Elgin
Hans Keiser
Berg
Sears Roebuck Fined for Unlawful Pharmacy Sales
Sears Roebuck Co. was fined $25 by Municipal Judge Powers for unlawful practice of pharmacy. The judge said the violation consisted in selling aspirin by someone other than a registered pharmacist. The fine was suspended pending correction, per the Des Moines Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sears Roebuck Co
Powers
Rothlisberger Heads Fay ette County Beef Producers
Walter 8 Rothlisberger of Ily da is elected to lead the Fayette county beef producers association. L. D. Hitch, H. W. Helms, and B. B. Davie named to promote Angus, Herefords, and Shorthorns respectively. Mr Warren visits, and a Kangus editor notes wages of sin remark. The piece reflects farm bureau news and agricultural booster activity.
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Farm Bureau
Walter 8. Rothlisberger
Ilyda
Fayette County
Angoviation
L. D. Hitch
H. W. Helms
Davie
L. B. Carter
Des Moines
G. Warren
Warren
Kangus
Tiveatock
Rural School Directors Elected in Local Districts
Rural school directors were elected last Monday with Dist. 1 A B Jacob named president. Others include Dist. 2 Ira Rose Dist. 3 George Metzger Dist. 4 Herman Boyer Dist. 5 Herman Rolfs Dist. 6 Mrs. Thos Howard Dist. 7 L O Buroden Dist. 8 Sam Butikofer Dist. 9 Mrs. Robert Wilson Dist. 10 Albert Dummermuth. Township board met to organize naming A J Jacob president and set eight months of school for the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Jacob
Ira Rose
George Metzger
Herman Boyer
Herman Rolfs
Thos. Howard
L. O. Buroden
Sam Butikofer
Robert Wilson
Albert Dummermuth
A. J. Jacob
Elgin Iowa to Elect Town Officials March 28 1982
Public notice announces Elgin Iowa biennial town election on March 28 1982 from 8am to 8pm to elect mayor five councilmen one assessor one treasurer and one park commissioner. Also notes ad error correction and lists delegates to the state Democratic convention with names and towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Iowa
A. M. Weibel
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Weadgate
Bather 1
Sumner
Oliver Wendell
Oelwein
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la Carl Leistikow
Yarceny
Earl Colomey
Wilwein
Atikow
Arlington
Jwe
Sud
Mac
Sears Roebuck
Rothlisberger
Beef Producers
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