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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1917
Page
4
HB Moore, U.S. marshal for the northern district of Iowa, reports receiving hundreds of letters naming people critical of the war and praising Germany since the declaration of war. He says enforcement will be strict and aims to curb statements seen as disloyal.
Proper diet varies by age and occupation and should be eaten slowly. Those with weak stomachs should use Chamberlain's Tablets to strengthen the stomach and move the bowels when dull after eating. For sale by Stoshr & Company.
A debating medal from An Town State Teachers' College was found and a reward will be given. Finder please leave at the Behe office.
Chris Dennier entertained company Sunday. Marshall Allen and Eddie Conner visited on the Ridge. Sheldon Boyle and wife called at Weat Union. J M Shaffer visited the Wm Kohls home Sunday evening. Colonel Mounce and family spent Sunday on the Ridge. The Hodges and Dennie families visited Guy Reed’s home. Thelma Harper of West Union visited Thelma Boyle. Mrs Thos Howard visited with her sister Mrs Ed Boyle. Ern Holzer and family visited on the Ridge Friday evening. Bert Alien hosted Wm Kohl Ward Brabham Perle Shaffer and wives Sunday. Walter Kohl spent Thursday with his brother Will and at Jack Shaffer’s. Thos Howard Jr and wife visited Elgin. J D Shaffer and daughter Mary guest at Jack Shaffer’s Sunday evening. Rob Wilson’s children ill but improving. Mrs Warren Joyce and son visited sister Mrs John Howard. Annie Reinhart Walter Dennler and Ruby Howard spent Sunday evening at Jake Gresinger’s.
A local ad urges cheerful living and urges readers to settle arrears for papers while noting high paper prices. It mentions Chamberlain's Tablets easing constipation and aiding digestion, sold by Stoehr & Company. The item also reports the first German interned steamer sailing to Europe, crewed by Americans, and signals potential Uboat targeting.
Locals report visitors and events including Richards from West Union, John Christ Junior at Prairie du Chien, and Ward Brabham’s renovations. Circus coming to Decorah May 17. Fennicle visiting with Dan Goetz family. Roads improve for travel amid busy social and business activity.
Farmers and families are urged to grow navy beans as a cheap protein source. beans can be planted in June, baked for hours with salt pork and molasses, then used for meals or soup. Ames College offers guidance, promoting bean farming for youth and households amid rising food prices.
West Union is a wealthy northeastern Iowa town of 71 million county status with a top high school, 20 teachers, good water and sewer, lights, shade trees, Linden Park, and a fine public park around the courthouse. It hosts large fairs, Chautauqua programs, a soldiers reunion, a hospital, and four main roads with a well equipped garage. The speaker offers real estate, abstracts, and loan services.
Catarrh is described as a local disease worsened by constitution, requiring an internal remedy. Hall's Catarrh Medicine is taken internally and said to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. The formula combines tonics and blood purifiers, with testimonials offered on request.
J. W. Bopp urges planting in May for continuous vegetables. A harsh warning dismisses a beggar at the door. A nationwide job market offer promises work at $29 monthly with board and clothes. Upper Town University of Fayetta secures Governor Harding for June commencement. Ralph Harding, kin of Mrs. C. A. Akers, joins Battery B, Iowa National Guards.
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