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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1911
Page
5
Harvard professor Hugo Munsterberg argues that true civilization requires temperance rather than abstinence and that complete prohibition harms temperance. He criticizes caprice among temperance advocates who seize isolated statements and claim every alcohol dose harms the brain, noting that any drink or activity can affect the mind.
Opera House programs list Hans and Nix on November 10 and Mershon Warner Stock Co. November 20 and 21 with Seashores November 30 and Paid In Full Co. December 6 plus lectures by Robertson January 17 and Roy Smith February 21. Local judge McKinley, once Chicago voter and Democratic pioneer, is remembered by residents. statewide elector results show mixed party gains and losses Tally of New York and New Jersey legislatures plus Foss victory margin shift. Lew Oswald and Chas Holzer plastering at the new bank. large windows delayed interior completion awaiting arrival.
The Ressberoud Office public parlor at the Dewey Hotel announces hours from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the Elgin Canning commence event.
The Elgin Canning Co. advances construction on a two acre site for a large, modern plant. The main building spans 423 by 142 feet with three stories over 60 feet, plus a 130 by 160 warehouse and 40 by 80 boiler and engine room. Frank Mills of Webster City oversees work. about 30 workers on site, more to be added. Three wells are drilled to about 150 feet, water supply planned. Home labor favored to avoid winter ice deliveries. The old plant is being prepared for transfer, and next year Elgin will boast a top modern factory, roughly 500 feet long.
School notes report illness absences and grade competition in third and fourth grades, with names of students earning perfect marks and reminders about opening times for town and country pupils. Local wrestling controversy at the opera house, Lyric Entertainers review, and social notices include public sale date, visits by Oscar Conner and family, and a ladies gathering with the I B M girls.
A guided pitch to subscribe for 52 weekly issues at 1.75 with gifts and a Calendar for 1913. Highlights include athletic tips for boys, wholesome activities for girls, and household advice plus stories and notes from notable figures. Subscriptions rise to 2.00 on January 1, 1912. offer includes free issue samples and calendar lithographed in colors.
J N Conner invites boys and girls under eighteen to name a snow white Scotch Short-Horn bull calf. Best boy name wins a year’s subscription to the Biaix Ecxo. best girl name wins a silver dollar. Submissions due by November 30, 2011 at the Ecgo office. Benson assists at Citizens' State Bank as Hurda health trip leader. C F Becker west Union visitor.
Shakespearean phrasing invites readers to save for future needs and secure funds in a bank. The ad promotes a 4 percent interest rate on time deposits, stressing safety and growth for old age or entrepreneurial investment. The message centers on prudent saving and reliable earning from a bank.
Citizens' State Bank notes a birthday surprise for Mrs. Sam Greenley with relatives visiting her home. Guests shared stories, cards, and an oyster supper, and left gifts. Also mentions new residents Mr. and Mrs. Ray DeSart, and local happenings including theater and teaching notes.
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