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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1921

Page

6

Veteran vocational education leader recalled in obituary

The obituary honors Jonring a wary veteran with nine years in vocational education in New York State. He led the Division of vocational education in the state government and was born September 3872 in Cambridge Massachusetts. He studied at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was a member of Columbia maigere the American Legion.

Jonring Anid United Eaates Inost Pli Jon‘pitas New York Apaalae Dian

Unclear OCR fragment references historic writers and regiments

Fragmentary OCR passage mentions an art restaurant named La Pan Ana and a regiment linked to Amtala Id Ee Tani, plus a note about someone who later wrote In Piao Felds and heard penny ils. Details are garbled with unreadable names and dates.

Legigh Sery- Lee - Men’ of Pon Raushel Carear An Jnsiese ‘Grénadier Regiment of Amtala Id Ee Tani Piao Felds

One-Armed Swimmer Short of Victory in Madison Square Meet

Spectators cheered as Arneat Mastros, a one-armed swimmer, neared second in a sprint at Madison Square Garden New York. Despite losing his left arm in World War I, he battled to finish strong, while William McIntyre won the race and was also wounded.

Madison Square Garden New York Vigoraua Mastrou Mastros France William McIntyre Burrrined Ae ‘Bl Taylor

War veteran ceremony at Camp Merritt honors care workers

Veterans of the Sixteenth Battalion recall isthmus duty during World War I while awaiting armistice. They are thanked as wounded soldiers are returned to American hospitals. A watch is presented as a token of appreciation.

Beilce Adrva Highteenth Warpire Camp Merritt N. J

Emergency dental treatment under war risk insurance claim rules

The district medical supervisor orders the claimant to report to the dental examiner for examination and possible emergency treatment. The dental examiner's approval must come from the bureau of war risk insurance. Benefits require pursuing the case through regular channels. bills outside that authority are not paid unless evidence shows emergency need or claimant’s unawareness of rights.

SS Eeticnnon Nesreat Bureau of War Risk Insurance Bureau of War Risk

Mother Seeks Soldier Son Jamon Adie in Legion Search

Mrs. Margaret Adie of Lowell Massachusetts appeals to the American Legion for help in finding her son James H Adie a World War veteran who disappeared February 27 while traveling from Lowell to Boston for a government examination. She believes he may still be alive despite a newspaper report of a fallen serviceman bearing similar identification and notes his government compensation checks arrive but cannot be cashed without his signature.

Minnesota Ofp Oldier Margaret’ Adie Lowell Mass American Legion James H. Adie Boston Maze

To Roosevelt's Memory Tablet Presented In Tribute

A bronze tablet dedicated to the memory of the late Theodore Roosevelt was recently presented in a ceremony honoring his legacy and public service.

Roosevelt Gal Theodore Roosevelt

Christmas Were to Come and Go With No Pincoat Partners

Fragmentary OCR text hints at a Christmas related note mentioning shaving, no pincoat, and partners. The readable bits suggest a local casual item, not a clear event or person. Further readable context would be needed to form a coherent card with specific names or places.

Christmas Decorations for Easy Holiday Dress Up

A simple guide describes making festive home decor with lamp, candle, and electric light, using crepe or tissue paper, foil, and tinsel. It explains crafting a small lantern from cardboard rings, gold paper, and layered green tissue with rose colored crape, producing a bright, hanging display.

Puzzling Fragments Reflect Woman Crafters and Floral Cards

Fragmentary text hints at a feature on women crafters creating decorative items. It mentions painted flowers, cards, and small wire holders, suggesting a display or guidance on handmade crafts and gift items. Details are unclear due to missing context.

Bits of Splendor in Ribbon Gifts

Bits of wide satin ribbon and narrow fancy ribbons with metal mounts are used for elegant “thopping” be ge. Ribbons of rich quality and bright patterns are chosen and lined with gay silks. These bits of splendor appeal to women and mark a gift from the donor.

Gay Bungalow Caps Bers A New Breakfast Item

A curious breakfast item described as a durable, buttoned style headgear with a back lip feature. The text hints at a novel design blending comfort and utility for morning meals. Readers encouraged to learn more about this emerging gadget-like fashion term.

Gifts for Gay Hours Gudetmia

A description of festive headbands crafted with ribbon beads flowers and mock jewels. The highlighted piece features rhinestones encircling the head and supporting a poinsettia with additional rhinestones on the leaves.

Maver Moraly Amaji Poinsettia Ita

Bib and Tray Cloth Gift for Family Dinner Table Joy

A colorful bib and tray cloth feature a bright decorated motif with an angular elephant. Made entirely of cloth, the gift is described as bringing joy to the youngest family member and peace of mind to his mother at mealtimes. The donor is said to be twice blessed and long remembered as the mottled cream color and white taped neck binding extend into the text.

Fairy Powder Puff Bride Toy Adorns Christmas Gifts

A fragment describes celluloid figurines called Fairy Powder Puff, used as clever Christmas gifts. One figure shows a dressed bridesmaid style with chiffon trimmings and satin ribbon, wearing a braid wreath. The figure stands in a cotton bag with a powder puff attached, resting in a bow.

Hera

Language All Know and Ivy Kisses Love Language Debate

Ivy asserts kisses express love while Frank counters with a social chat about affection and communication. The exchange hints at differing views on how emotion conveys itself in relationships.

Ivy Frank

Green's August Flower Remedy Promises Digestive Relief

An old advertisement extols Green's August Flower as a long proven cure for nervous dyspepsia sour stomach constipation indigestion and related digestive disorders. It claims fifty five years of worldwide use and wide availability at medicines sellers.

Will Green

Foot toe alignment and shoe fitting guidance from 1910s expert

Mary J Bayley RN notes that straight great toe alignment and spread toes indicate good foot understanding and cites Dr Gibney of New York. She warns careful foot care, emphasizes toes as keystone to posture, and urges proper shoe fitting for ages nine to fourteen while cautioning against tight stockings that restrict circulation.

Mary J. Bayley R. N de P. Gibney New York Miss Bayley

No Wonder North Dobls Says His Wife Won't Allow Money

Fragmentary text reports a man urged not to strike a loan, noting his wife forbids money. Mentions a group of twenty eight judges and a remark about debt, with unclear context and attribution to a local figure.

North Dobls Wesl

Why Druggists Recommend Swamp-Root

For years druggists have watched the remarkable record of Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root the great kidney liver and bladder medicine Trial physicians prescription This strengthening medicine helps the kidneys liver and bladder do the work nature intended They offer Swamp Root to many friends Be sure to get Swamp Root and start treatment at once Send ten cents for a sample bottle to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY Mention this paper

Kilmer Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N

King Georges Superstition About a Dinner Bell

King George, a sane man, holds a superstition that any bell ring at his dinner table predicts a death in his family. He insists that even a accidental ring must be ignored and causes all present to rise and stand in silence. London Opinion notes his wish.

King George George Bia London

Creditor and Debtor Clash Over Debt Threats

A creditor vows weekly calls at the debtor’s home to demand payment. The debtor responds with quiet humor, suggesting their acquaintance might become friends through the ongoing dispute.

Man Recounts Worry Over Smoking Woman Encounter

A Sydney Bulletin excerpt recalls a man’s concern about a woman who smoked, debating whether tobacco use should be a disqualifying trait in a partner. The dialogue highlights social attitudes toward smoking.

Missing Clothes Stamp a Sheriff Visit in Payson

A fragment seems to report a sheriff taking a woman’s husband’s clothes during a visit, with a neighbor repeating the scene in broken dialogue. The exchange implies an urgent domestic dispute or investigation, though details are sparse and names or places are unclear.

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