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Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1930

Page

2

Time Theft Warns Against Quiet Slippage

The quote notes that many men who would not steal money on a bet still steal their employer’s time and consider it harmless. The remark emphasizes the subtle risk of wasted work hours and daily laxity in pursuit of honesty.

Elgin Clermont W. R. Blake

Soils Text Reveals Countywide Soil Survey for Clayton County

A 31 page soil survey report and multicolor map published by the U S Department of Agriculture with Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station lets every Clayton County farm owner identify soil types on his land and plan crops accordingly. It details texture layers drainage color productivity and depth to guide management including drainage lime fertilizer and cropping choices. Farmers can obtain copies by request through their congressman or state and federal information offices.

Clayton County U. S. Department of Agriculture Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station Department of Agriculture Washington Soil Survey U. S Iowa Office of Information Washington, D. C

School Notes from Marion Township District No 8

In Marion Township District No 8, students posted strong attendance with several perfect months and spelling honors. Eighth graders prepare for exams at Postville May 1 and 2. Marjorie Larson placed sixth in Elkader spelling, while several pupils achieved perfect spelling lessons. The issue blends school notes with local ads and community updates.

Herbert Blockhus Marjorie Larson Opal Larson Arvey Berg Winifred Groth Michael Jr.Blockhus LaVerne Larson Thelma Groth Anna Mae Opal Ruroden Leslie Ruroden Anna Mae Ruroden Michael Jr. Blockhus Postville Elkader Grand Meadow Township

Four County Hatchery Promises Bigger Poultry Profits

Iowa Standard Accredited hatchery advertises quality chicks from pure bred free range flocks, culled by the Iowa Poultry Improvement Association. It ships about 10,000 chicks weekly in the community and offers poultry supplies and Purina feeds. The hatchery runs as “The Hatchery on the Hill” with weekly Tuesday hatches.

Iowa Standard Iowa Poultry Improvement Association

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