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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1942
Page
6
The notice lists Lutheran church services on May 17 at Marion at 8:30 a.m. and in Norway at 11:00 a.m. English service invites attendees with the phrase You are welcome at each and every service led by Dr. S. J. Strandjord, Pastor.
Elgin Baptist Church lists Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Sunday school at 11 a.m. Service at Sumner at 3 p.m. Evening service at 8 p.m. On Wednesday May 20 Tabitha Society meets at 2 p.m. Prayer service at 8 p.m. Choir rehearsal at 9 p.m. ministers are Paul F Zoschke and Alfred Jacob Jr. Organist.
A lengthy list of Sunday gatherings and weekend guests from the County Line area, noting visits at multiple homes including McGregor near and around McGregor. Many families mentioned by name attendances with extended family and friends, reflecting a busy social scene.
In Tulsa Oklahoma a thief broke into the residence of W R Mahaffey and stole $8 Mahaffey trousers and a rabbit foot lucky charm. The incident highlights a bold break in with personal belongings taken.
We must present ration books to buy. Many articles remain on sale as sugar substitutes and will be available while stocks last. We express readiness to comply with government regulations to win the war quickly.
Garden advice on transplanting technique covers soil prep moistening prior to move root protection and proper timing. It notes fibrous plant roots ease of moving cabbage lettuce cauliflower onion tomato pepper eggplant and stresses avoid rough handling and exposure to sun and wind. It also cites Iowa State College on asparagus cutting finish by June 15 and notes salt not effective for weed control.
The Bremer County Independent summarizes the war savings bond appeal urging voluntary pledges to meet quotas and warning that refusal could lead to forced savings. The piece frames signing as patriotic support for the nation and urges readers to act promptly.
Russia is the largest wheat producing country in the world based on available text. The statement emphasizes Russia's dominant position in global wheat output.
A simple description notes that ambrosia consists of cut oranges and bananas mixed together with a light sprinkling of shredded coconut throughout and on top. The passage emphasizes the coconut as a decorative and flavor element in the fruit salad.
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