Roosevelt Era Politician Praised for Prudence and Unity
The text praises a political figure for safe leadership with Roosevelt era context, highlighting collaboration with Congress, delegation of authority, and liberal stance on New Deal measures. It notes support from diverse factions, readiness to work with others, and a commitment to carry forward major public service tasks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eenbeut
Meade
Hila
Ehiésen
Roosevelt
Truman
Senate
Congress
America
Truman virtues and war loan drive launch analyzed
The piece contrasts Truman with Roosevelt, praising Truman as a humble man from the midwest while noting Roosevelt’s champion of the common man. It then details Fayette county’s Mighty Seventh War Loan kickoff on April 26, with Lt. Darsee, local chairs, and a county quota of 1,253,000 including E bond targets and township allocations spanning Oelwein, West Union, and multiple townships.
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Fayette County
Oelwein
West Union
Payette
Roland A. Darsee
Martello
Darsee
Italy
Treasury Department
iFayette County
B. J. Baumgartner
Elgin
F. B. Claxton
Faye
Meni
Etn Tii i
Phbaaden'von
Echo Enterprise Seeks Early News From Readers
This note explains a shift to a seven column, eight page format and asks readers to submit news ads and notices earlier. The paper cites current delays and limited processing time, urging patrons to help by providing material sooner.
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the Echo-Enterprise
Much Clothing Collected for European War Sufferers
Elgin and vicinity contributed generously to relief for war torn Europe, gathering clothing shoes and bedding surpassing expectations though the five pound per person target was not met. Mayor Falb announced that packing had not begun and residents may donate at the town hall this week as items will be sorted and shipped later. The drive continues and all wearable goods are welcomed.
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Elgin
Europe
Town Hall
Falb
More Homes Needed Here in The Echo Area
Local residents protest housing shortage in The Echo district urging more living spaces. Community members emphasize growth is vital as the area hubs away from war material production and seek ideas to accommodate six or more families seeking homes.
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Echo
Eighteen Year Old Registrants and Inductions in April 1945
The list of 18 year olds registered for April 1945 includes Herbert Wayne Larson from Wadena Daniel Charles Rounds from Clermont John William Smock Jr from Wadena and others. Four men departed West Union on April 24 to be inducted at Fort Snelling Minnesota Two local men Gene E Meyer Clermont and Harold H Patrick Elgin were among those inducted or left for induction.
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Herbert Wayne Larson
Wadena
Daniel Charles Rounds
Clermon
John William Smock, Jr
West Union
Fort Snelling
Minn
Gene E. Meyer
Clerimont
Harold H. Patrick
Elgin
Hull Bros Buy Both Waukon Newspapers
Hull Bros purchased both Waukon papers the Democrat and the Republican Standard after selling their papers in Waverly. They plan to continue publishing both newspapers on a semi weekly basis.
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Hull Bros
T Waverly
Waukon
Democrat
Republican Standard
Masons to Meet Tuesday in Elgin May Event
Elgin Masons set regular monthly gathering next Tuesday evening in May. Members should attend as passing work is probable. Lunch and social time follow the meeting.
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Elgin Masons
Six Candidates Take Civil Service Tests for Padena Postmaster
Six candidates for the Wadena Postmastership took the civil service examination in Elgin on Saturday. The list includes Loretta Mattocks Walter Messerli Robert Klingman Francis Whittenbaugh Alta Bond and Mary Clark.
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Wadena
Elgin
Loretta Mattocks
Walter Messerli
Robert Klingman
Francis Whittenbaugh
Alta Bond
Mary Clark
Fayette County Tops Northeastern Iowa in War Bond Drive
The Rev Francis Schuh of St Lucas proposed a greetings resolution, then the group rose to honor Mr Miller for leadership. Fayette county ranked 23rd in the state in percentage of goal in the sale of E bonds in the 6th war loan, the highest in northeastern Iowa.
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Francis Schuh
St. Lucas
Miller
Fayette County
Towa
News of Our Men Women in Uniform Moves and Addresses
Army and Navy personnel from Elgin and surrounding areas receive moves and new assignments. Pvt Viola Foxgerell is now at Third WAC Training Center in Georgia. Lt Rita Rounds is reassigned at Clermont. Purple Heart recipients Dan and Sutter families share updates as Leo Sutter is wounded in Italy. Lt F B Claxton was released from captivity and is in an England hospital. Jack Adrian returns to Navy duty in Philadelphia after leave. Thos W Barker in Great Lakes Naval Hospital near Chicago. Warnings of other moves include William Schupbach to Atlantic Fleet staff, and James Anderson at Chanute Field. Okinawa involvement noted for Harry Stolle Jr. and James Anderson address changes listed.
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Sutter
Dan Sutter
Elgin
Pfe
Leo F.sutter
United States
Italy
Hells
Chaplain A. M. Pronobis
Jack Adrian
Navy
Philadelphia
Mike Adrian
San Francisco
Hatchery Output Falls in March 1945 in Towns
Hatchery production for March 1945 in Towns totaled 22,065,000 chicks, down from 27,930,000 a year earlier, marking 79 percent of last year and a year-to-date decline near 28 percent. Iowa output runs well below prior year despite brisk demand hindered by labor and egg shortages. Mrs. Leo Boleyn traveled to Rochester Minnesota for a medical clinic check-up. Mrs. Robert Martin and Linda visited West Union to see Mr. and Mrs. Fred Martin.
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Iowa
Iba
Leo Boleyn
Rochester
Minn
Robert Martin
Linda
West Union
Fred
Martin
WFA to Pay Seventeen Cent Subsidy for April
The feed subsidy of 17 cents a pound for April will be paid to farmers for the butterfat they produce. This good news benefits cream producers after a 10 cent subsidy paid in the first three months of the year. The April payment follows an amendment to Senate Bill No. 298 extending the Commodity Credit Corporation's life for two years.
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Commodity Credit Corporation
Elgin State Bank Liquidates Trust Fund
The Elgin State Bank has fully paid off its trust fund after eight dividends, declaring the last dividend early this year. Despite 451 unclaimed dividend checks, bank officials urge certificate holders to present them for payment, noting funds could aid charities if not needed by the owners.
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Elgin State Bank
Bond Quota Increases Set For Elgin And Pleasant Valley
Bond drive chairmen Bond Quotas Set Up Max Thoma and W C Fallett called a meeting of quota committees Tuesday evening. The Mighty Seventh requires 849 000 and 9568 000 for the Payette county drive, so individual quotas rise about fifty percent. Only two drives are planned in 1945, compared with three in 1944, and yearly totals should be about equal despite the change. Soliciters will begin work at once, and cooperation is urged as they have little time.
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Claxton
Des Moines
Pacific
Jim Lucas
Navy
George K. Petritz
Postville
State War Finance Committee
Baumgartner
Fayette County
Baumgart- Iner
Pleasant Valley Township
Auburn
Banks
Eden
Fairfield
Fremont
Harlan
Illyria
Jefferson
Oelwein
Oran
Putnam
Scott
Smithfield
Union
Westfield
West Union
Windsor
John F. Miller
Clermont
Fayette
A i
Max Thoma
W. C. Fallett
Bond
Elgin
Pleasant Valley
Agarinet
Payette County
Improvements at Illyria Church Spur Interior Remodeling
Over the past year Illyria Community Church has reshingled its roof and installed decorative windows, improving the building. Trustees are studying interior remodeling costs and inspecting nearby churches refined with new wood, hoping for a complete remodel and repair.
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Illyria
Sum
Groundwork Underway for Elgin Lockers Project
Ground is being cleared for the Elgin Lockers building. The building is down, lumber cleared and stacked, walls torn down, and foundation work will start next. Manager C. C. Tarkelian says local labor will be used where possible and the work pushed rapidly.
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Elgin Lockers
C. C. Tarkelian
Mrs Arthur Chapman Returns Home From Hospital
Mrs Arthur Chapman came home last week from the New Hampton hospital after a major operation on April 10. She is considerably better but still unable to resume household duties.
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Arthur Chapman
New Hampton Hospital
Kiddies Revue by Mrs Marion Schatz in Elgin
West Union dancer Mrs Marion Schatz presents a kiddies revue in Elgin on Saturday evening May 12. Watch next week's Echo-Enterprise for the complete program and patronize Echo-Enterprise advertisers.
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Marion Schatz
West Union
Elgin
Echo-Enterprise
Aeronautics Commission Organized In Iowa Government
Gov Blue appoints three Republicans and two Democrats to Iowa’s new bi partisan aeronautics commission. The body, once per diem, may grow into a fulltime board rivaling the motor vehicle division in size and importance. Dan Hunter, Cedar Rapids aviator, is a key figure in promoting aerial infrastructure as dozens of airports and ports are designated or planned across the state.
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Robert D. Blue App
New Aeronautics Commission
Aeros Nautics
Iowa
Dan Hunter
Cedar Rapids
Commission
Motor Vehicle Division
Public Safety Department
Hunter
Alltpuris
dWwolysax
Gayl Aw Tire
Ames
Burlington
Clarion
Creston
Clermont
Concrad
Council Bludls
Des Moines
Decorah
Elkader
Emmetsburg
Floyd
Fonda
Grinnell
Marengo
Marshalltown
Missouri Valley
Newton
Orange City
Oskaloosa
Rockwell City
Story City
Traer
Washington
Audubon
Ayr
Brandon
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Nebraska
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North 87Th St
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Nebr
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U.S. Army
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Pfc
Melvin Boleyn
France
England
Great Lakes Hospital
Thos. W. Barker
U. S. Naval Hospital
Great Lakes
Ill
Tommy
Grace Barker
Robert Mott
Waterloo
Bob
John Hader
Wm. Schupbach
Mander Air Force
Atlantic Fleet
Naval Air Station
Norfolk
Frederick Schupbach
Anna Schupbach
Harry Stolle, Jr
Sefiman
Okinawa
Coast Guard
Atlantic
James O. Anderson
Chanute Field
WFA
Illyria Community
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