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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1956

Page

7

Clermont Clover Clovers Meet in First Reorganized Session

The Clermont Clover Clovers held their first meeting at Wanda Meyer’s home on Saturday Oct 27 with 4-H pledge and elected officers Karen Schroeder president Wanda Meyer vice president Gerene Larson secretary Judy Anderson treasurer Bonnie Taylor historian Janice Kamp reporter Rose Larson photographer. Members listed include Judy Anderson Marlene Anderson Ann Deering Carolyn Follett Vicky Habeger Linda Hackmann Janice Kamp Barbara Krueger Linda Krueger Gerene Larson Karen Larson Rose Larson Jean Meyer Wanda Meyer Bonnie Miller Clarissa Miller Kay Miller Ardell Nelson Alyce Oelberg Nancy Orth Bonnie Swenson Carol Swenson Margie Swenson Susan Tatro Ronnie Taylor Linda Wander. Leaders are Mrs Kenton Krueger Mrs Duane Kamp Mrs Millard Nelson Jr. Reorganizing after years of inactivity, club originally organized 1934 with Mrs Kenneth Kerr leader Ruth Turner assistant, most charter members now married.

Clermont Clover Clovers Wanda, Meyer Karen Schroeder Wanda Meyer Gerene Larson Judy Anderson Bonnie Taylor Janice Kamp Rose Larson Judy Marlene ‘Anderson Ann Deering Carolyn Follett Vicky Habeger Linda Hackmann Barbara Linda Krueger Gerene Karen Rose ‘Larson Jean Bonnie Clarissa Kay Miller Ardell Nelson Alyce Oelberg Nancy Orth Carol Mar

Irene and Pat Minihan visit Carlin home

Irene and Pat Minihan of Volga called in on the Carlin household Saturday. Funeral guests included Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hoopman at Cherry Grove Monday. Benton A. Grover from North Hollywood arrived Friday for a relatives visit. The Cline family hosted guests including Clarence Gruver and Mrs. Gruver of Waukon, Robert Wilson of Elgin, Bill Moyle of Chicago, and others from Cedar Rapids and Waterloo.

Irene Pat Minihan Volga Carlin Gordon Hoopman Cherry Grove Benton ‘A. Grover North Hollywood Calif Fred Cline Waterloo Gruver Cline Clarence ‘Gruver Waukon Robert Wilson Elgin Bill Moyle Chicago B. C Lester Wenger Annette Diane Alfred Wenger Quinton Olson Rose Olson Tom Lien LeRoy Minn Harlan Schultz, Jr Mie Harlan Schultz Gene Butikafer Krueger ‘Irks Laird Cline B. A. Grover Hollywood Verni ‘Engle Cedar Falls J. B. ‘Wersingler Fred Bigler Clermont

Moore Brandt wedding at First Methodist Church Fayette

Delores Moore daughter of Mr and Mrs Harley Moore Fayette and Duane Brandt son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Brandt exchanged marriage vows Friday evening Oct 26 at the First Methodist Church Fayette The ceremony was performed by Rev Howard John with a chrysanthemums pompons and carnations altar arrangement The bride wore a ballerina length white lace over taffeta gown and carried red carnations on a white Bible The veil was fingertip with seed pearl headband The bridal party included sister of the groom Mrs James Stewart matron of honor Delores Lau bridesmaid and Donald Anderson best man The reception followed in church parlors A three tier cake featured yellow and blue trim and the couple will live on a farm north of Clermont after Nov 12

The First Methodist Church Fayette Delores Moore Harley Moore Duane Brandt Raymond Brandt Howard John James Stewart Russell Swartz Wayne Bentley Delores Lau Donald Anderson Postville Donald Buchheim Colesburg Wayne Bentle Verni ‘Brandt Lloyd Everman Francis ‘Buttikofer Elgin Carolyn Ash Judy Finger Betty Pattison Herrice Thompson Brandt Clermons

Community Notes From Elgin to Clermont

Elgin residents Mrs. Herman Boyer and Mrs. John Luchsinger spent time in nearby homes. Mr and Mrs Harlan Schultz hosted Foresters families. Allan Johnson, Howard Johnson and Mrs. Merle Ruckdaschel visited Norman Robertson in Waterloo. The Meier and Henderson families shared Sunday visits in Strawberry Point and Clermont. Mrs. Arnold Stumme joined E D Stone’s West Union gathering. Mrs. Ralph Bennett of Clermont expresses deep thanks for support during illness.

Herman Boyer Elgin John Arnold Stumme E. D. Stone West Union John Luchsinger Lester Luchsinger Ralph Bennett Clermont

Church of Our Saviour Clermont Episcoal Schedules Services

The Church of Our Saviour in Clermont announces services led by Rev Paul A Clark with morning prayers at 7 30 a m on Sundays Trinity XXIII and XXIV. A Friday November 9 6 30 p m picnic supper and Every Member Canvass at Mrs Cornelius N Olson's home. Holy Communion scheduled for Sundays November 4 11 18 and 25 Trinity XXIII XXV and the Sunday next before Advent.

Paul"a. Clark Trinity XXIII Cornelius N. Olson Trinity XXIV Trinity XXV

Methodist Church Weekly Worship Notice

The bi weekly worship service will be held Sunday November 4 at 8 45 p m Minister G Steinman invites visitors to attend and join the congregation in the service at the church.

Clermont Lutheran Parish Lesson Schedule and Choir Notes

West Clermont catechetical class canceled on Saturday with lesson signed. Sunday worship at 9:30 led by Pastor W C Hougen of Decorah, 10:30 Sunday school, 7:30 Luther League. West Clermont features prayer, Priscilla Band, junior and senior choirs. details list hostesses and program.

B. Knudsen West Clermont W. C. Hougen Decorah Luther League Priscilla Molris Jake Wander Richard O. Olson Evelyn Olson Alma Wilson Hans Larson James Henderson Theo. Loftsgard Clermont V. C. Hougen

Gospel services at Clermont area church

Morning worship at 10 45 a m and the evening evangelistic service at 8 08 p m are announced by Gospel Message Church located three miles west of Clermont on Highway 18 led by Pastor Lester Lease. A welcome to all.

Clermont Lester Lease

Executrix Notice for Herman A. Lubke Estate in Iowa

Beulah Lubke titled executrix of Herman A Lubke deceased of Fayette County Iowa requests all creditors to pay debts to the executrix and all claimants to present their legally authenticated claims to the District Court for allowance dated October 9 1956 attorney Do W Antes First National Bank Building West Union Iowa

District Court Fayette County Iowa Herman A. Lubke Beulah Lubke Do. W. Antes Executrix First National Bank West Union

Obituary of Wm. B. Miller in Clermont obituary

William B. Miller born November 9 1880 near Elgin died October 27 in Clermont at age 75 11 he would have turned 76. He served as township assessor 18 years on the school board 18 years and as a director of Fayette County Farmers Mutual Insurance Co. for many years. He retired to Clermont in 1948 and left a widow Willett a son and three daughters, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Funeral held October 29 at West Clermont Lutheran Church with Rev. S. B. Knudsen officiating. Interment at Gods Acres cemetery. Donations and thanks noted from family.

William B. Miller Christian Anna Miller Elgin Clermont Elgin ‘Baptist Church West Clermont Fayette County Farmers Mutual Insurance Company Gussie ‘Kappan Willett Augusta Homer Jensen Des Moines Mildred Allen Habeger Beryl Carman Swenson Clara Krueger Edwin Krueger Cler Mont West Clermont Lutheran Church S. B. Knudsen Willet Ailen Habeger Eugene Habeger Leo Woods Farmers Mutual Ins Ass’n J.H. Wilson Louis Kane Don Clute Clair Campbell Leallen Knox Fred Gremmels Victor N. Croat George F. Barrack

Senior News Highlights From Last Year And Dance Recap

This week reports on last year’s seniors detailing future plans including Keith Aanes at Ames, Sheryl Peterson and Sandra Larson at Town City, with several becoming nurses and others working away from home. A seniors’ dance after the football game drew a strong turnout and boosted spirits as fund raising continues with sock-hop and car wash events.

Keith Aanes Ames Sheryl Peterson Sandra Larson Town City Karen Jacobson Cedar Rapids Sandra Olson Rochester Wanda Barnhouse Des Moines Doris Ames Bishops Cafeteria Wayne Havenstrite Wilburs West Union

Ninth News Tests Grades and Report Cards

The class voices concern over grades and generous questions. Students note tests lack promised breaks and await the second semester to begin homemaking sewing. A hay ride party hosted by Kay Amundson is anticipated with expected fun.

Kay Amundson

Ninth Week of School Delves Into Tests and Reports

Our class enters the ninth week of school as tests approach and grades near. A visit Thursday afternoon saw Ronnie Baker talk with Fred Barnhouse about topics like rate of discount and commission, revealing our grasp on these concepts.

Ronnie Baker Fred Barnhouse

Leap of Roushan Beg in Langfellow Poem Read

In seventh grade literature, students read a poem titled The Leap of Roushan Beg attributed to Langfellow. Zajem notes Roushan continued to page 0.

Roushan Beg Langfellow Zajem

Riverside Social Club Sees Charity, Bingo at Olson Home

The Riverside Social Club meets at Mrs. Erma Olson's country home with singing, a scripture reading by Mrs. Normal Olson, and a $1 donation to the Sister Kenny fund. A silent auction and bingo entertain. visitors include Mrs. Normal Olson and others. November gathering planned at Mrs. Bob Mott's home.

Riverside Erma Olson Normal Olson Sister Kenny Mams Vernie Larson Arlean Olson John Yauslin Louis A. Olson Almer Nelson Howard Boyle Mary Tatro Bob Mott James Anderson

Church and council meetings listed in November calendar

The calendar lists East Clinton Lutheran Societies St Peter's Rosary Society and Altar Guild on Thursday November 1. On Monday November 5 there is a council meeting Tre Ore Club and Methodist WSCS referenced in the community listings.

East Clermont Lutheran Societies St. ‘Peter's Rosary Society Altar Guild Tre Ore Club Methodist Wscs

New Addresses Listed for Mrs Fred Bigler in Cedar Falls

The notice announces new residential addresses for Mrs. Fred Bigler, located at 313 Tremont Street in Cedar Falls, details the update and relevant mailing or forwarding instructions.

Fred Bigler Tremont St Cedar Falls

Local Social and Hospital Notices Parade

Medical patients Hil and Harold Bennett reside at Decorah and Worrell hospitals for surgery prep. Mrs S B Knudsen travels to Rochester for Tuesday operation with Rev Knudsen joining. Local families host dinners in Elgin LeRoy Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with visits and travel to North Hollywood California noted.

Harold Bennett Decorah Hospital S. B. Knudsen Worrell Hospital Rochester Minn

Grand Meadow Study Club Meeting Recalls School Days

The Grand Meadow Study Club gathered Friday afternoon in Mrs. Almer Amundson’s home with all members present. Readings included Natures Autumn Mystery, Autumn, The Big Bear, and a thought for the day. Two guests attended as lessons on Christmas Ideas and copper crafts were presented.

Grand Meadow Study Club Almer Amundson Norman Amundson Ewald Lyngaas Carman Swenson Clarence Amuundson Baby Clarence Kittelson

Mission Society Meets West Clermont Motifs Meeting

The West Clermont Mission Society met on Wednesday October 17 with hostesses including Mdims John B Shipton Lowe Olson Dean DeSart Raymond Erhardt Millard Bear William Nelson Jr Gilbert Anderson and Guy Machaw. Helen Farley spoke on Lutheran Welfare Society services with slides. Officers elected for next year include Carman Swenson president Russell Larson vice president Vernon Anderson secretary and Arthur Amundson treasurer.

West Clermont Mission Society Mdims John B. Shipton Lowe Olson Dean DeSart Raymond Erhardt Millard Bear William Nelson Gilbert Anderson Guy Machaw Herbert Martin Clarence Johnson Helen Farley Lutheran Welfare Society

Business and Professional Women Meet At Pringle Home

The Business and Professional Women gathered Monday evening at Mrs. Clifton Pringle’s home with assistance from Mrs. Arnold Stumme and Mrs. Howard Boyle. Eighteen members attended a dessert luncheon, Andine Vasby installed new officers Ilmer Olson president Phyllis Skeen vice president Emil Lassig secretary Louis A Olson treasurer. After business, bridge was played with Andine Vasby and Evelynison at 500 and John Bakewell with Louis A Olson scoring.

Clifton Pringle Arnold Stumme Howard Boyle Thostesses Andine Vasby Ilmer Olson Evelyn Ison John Bakewell Louis A. Olson

Four Ladies Visit Mrs Gutcher At Decorah Hospital

Mrs B Riegel Mrs Emil Lassig Mrs Millard Bear and Mrs Verni Engle went forty Decorah Thursday afternoon to visit Mrs Gerald Gutcher at the hospital.

B. Riegel Emil Lassig Millard Bear Verni Engle Gerald Gutcher

Also Mentioned on This Page

Clermont Clover Clovers Meeting By Dean Schneider Dean Coryell Products Farmers Savings Bank Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation the Church of Our Saviour Clermont — Episcopal Clermont Lutheran Parish Gospel Message Church Wm. B. Miller Knudsen FELCQ FELCO Clermont Co-Operative Lyle Gunderson Mer Clermont, Iowa Maynard Pat Morse Les Lucifer Chevrolet Riverside Club Grand Meadow Mission Society Meets B. & P. W. Meeting Florence Monarch Bendix General Electric Maytag Youngstown Marquette Crosley Chrmont Brick & Cad
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