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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1914
Page
2
Fragmentary local column reads in the Elgin postoffice listing and advertisements. It mentions display ads running until discontinued and monthly payment terms. Broken spelling shows printing services offered and generic jobbing material.
The notice lists candidates for sheriff and supervisor with primaries on June 1, 1914. Names include R F Dewey and W H Wanuatu along with others from Auburn and Jefferson townships. Also updates on local social events, accidents, and community notices from Elgin and surrounding areas.
Public health notice urges prompt antiseptic treatment for injuries using Griswoup's Mrentho Campis salve. Warns deaths can follow neglect on scratches cuts or burns. City Drug Store sells and guarantees product with free samples available.
Advertised bargains include gasoline at 18 cents a gallon from J. G. Schrampfer of Novroy, depot hotel meal tickets now available, Ben Hur flour at 1.40 per sack with a promise it bakes good bread, and notices of local visitors and rental offers. Prices urged as farm land interest grows with Elgin Land Agency.
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