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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1937
Page
1
Public health officials urge intelligent action to curb the house fly, Musca domestica, a carrier of typhoid and intestinal germs. It breeds in manure and refuse, with a single pound producing about 200 flies in two weeks. Cleanliness, screened doors and windows, covered food, fly traps, and on hand fly swatters are advised. Protecting sanitation and eliminating breeding places are emphasized.
WPA workers are being warned that refusing offered farm work will result in immediate removal from aid. Across many areas workers resist taking other jobs, while some sections struggle to locate labor for legitimate projects. Authorities, pressed by finances, adopt a hard line toward those who expect government support.
The Monona Leader warns of a surge in canvassers and agents, many selling bulbs or other goods, often without licenses. Citizens are urged to deny service or request licenses and direct unlicensed sellers to the mayor's office.
The Elgin high school class of 1907 will reopen and hold their commencement exercises Friday evening June 7 at eight o'clock in the Elgin opera house. Local news notes: Watters secured a contract costing $725 to finish the Elkader courthouse, painting the tower in three months, while Elgin weather and fruit prospects are discussed amid freezes and rainfall assessments for crops.
The Cemetery Association has bought arbor vitae trees to line the road at the cemetery. The evergreens will serve as an ornamental barrier and practical fence for the grounds.
West Union resident Milton Marting farms three plots on the north edge of town. When weather allowed, he operated his tractor from day into late night, radio on board to relieve monotony, earning gossip as he plowed around the clock.
A 14 or 15 year old boy visited homes in the area seeking funds to support his mosaical studies. He claimed to be Hazelton origin and a state champion baritone singer with a scholarship offer, needing $500 to enter a music conservatory. Some residents reportedly donated, though the truth of the tale is uncertain.
Fayette county reported 391 pensioners in April with $5,667 total and an average of $14.49 per person. Clayton county had 293 pensioners averaging $14.34. The state total reached 53,175 recipients averaging 30 dollars for a monthly total of $492,072.00.
A Decorah family were guests Sunday afternoon of Rev J J Snyder and family.
The planting of the pince and other trees began Saturday at Echo Valley state park by Wilbur Ruch of Fort Dodge, employed by the state conservation commission. About 1000 trees were planted near the entrance to restore Pine Ridge, aided by favorable conditions and recent rainfall.
The Iowa traffic toll through Sunday reached 164, just 24 more than the same game period last year. In Clayton county about 500 homeowners have applied for homestead tax exemption, with 2,500 to 3,000 eligible. J. T. Humphry of Postville sold his implement business to Elliott & Son of Waukon, who take possession June 1. the firm is said to employ Warren Harrington, with remaining staff staying on.
W. T. Armbruster, former advertising manager of the Ochwein Register, has accepted a position to manage an enterprise in Annapolis Maryland and plans to depart in June to join the naval city. The move, a notable promotion, eases the farewell yet leaves a respected newspaper man departing the profession. Army, as he is known, is praised as a friendly neighbor and capable scout.
Edward F.83, former governor of Illinois from 1912 to 1917, died at his Chicago residence on Monday. He led the state during the World War era and remained a notable political figure in his later years.
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