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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1932
Page
3
Advertising rates listed for Clermont Payette County in Iowa include Foreign Display per inch 85 cents Local Display per inch 80 cents Readers per line 10 cents Classified per word le cents payable in advance minimum 25 cents for late insertion No agency commission Cards of Thanks 1.00 In Memoriam Cards 1.00 Resolutions of Respect church society and school notices where admission is charged and obituary poetry all at regular advertising rates
The Waucoma based Sentinel prints its last issue mailed yesterday and will cease publication. Mr. and Mrs. Sherman plan to move to Readlyn. The farewell notes many annoyances that helped kill the paper including new correspondents for other papers and photographers who earned only 50 to 70 cents weekly, hindering the Sentinel from getting local news.
Dr. D. M. Parker marked his seventy sixth birthday by walking nine miles from Fayette to West Union. Despite traffic counts of seventy cars heading south and thirty six northbound, he did not start counting until after two miles. Collegian.
The Waukon Republican urges using county aid recipients to cut and haul wood for others this winter. Dozens of Allamakee county farmers offer timber from their farms if the county provides men to cut and haul the wood, reducing fuel costs.
A note highlights careful reading of the issue's advertisements to spot bigger savings in clothing groceries shoes tires batteries and other items. It urges readers to compare prices to stretch their dollars and play safe by reading ads closely to find the best value.
A Britisher traveling in the United States writes home praising Americans for honesty and kindness, noting openness about flaws and a royal sense of hospitality. He mentions the welcoming spirit of local commerce and the warm reception Americans give to visitors.
During wall demolition in Smithfield England two ancient skeletons believed buried centuries ago toppled onto a workman. Authorities say the fallen remains likely date from medieval or early modern times and are being examined by archaeologists. The worker sustained injuries but is expected to recover as officials investigate how the skeletons came to be hidden in the wall.
Merchants are urged by the American Bankers Magazine to advertise. Even a small 2 line mention of name and business in local papers helps strangers identify town commerce. Town prosperity rests on active, liberal advertising by business men.
Upper Iowa University will host a debate conference on November 19 inviting seventy five northeastern Iowa high schools. Coaches and teams will participate with Prof. Robert Capel, Prof. W C Van Ness, Dean W C Mangold and Dr Edward Cates guiding the day. The debate topic is that at least 50 percent of state and local taxes should come from non tangible property. The university aims to ensure debaters enjoy a worthwhile day through library materials and clear direction.
A humorous exchange after a wedding ends with the bridegroom offered a fixed $5 payment by the minister, who notes the value of the service. The groom suggests delaying payment, but the minister insists on an immediate settlement.
The nation’s farmers produced 313 million bushels of barley this year, up from 198 million last year and 215 million for 1924 1928. Barley, a key beer foundation, is again traded on the Chicago board of trade after nine years abroad.
The American Red Cross logged relief for 75,000 families totaling 338,000 individuals during the year ending June 30, 1932, with $2,760,786 spent on disasters from droughts to floods. Drought aided 58,000 families in the northwest. in the Dakotas, Montana, Nebraska, Washington and Iowa the Red Cross spent nearly $2 million to feed and shelter people through winter and spring. Floods in the southeast and Mississippi tributaries affected over 50,000 more, supported by $108,000 from the national treasury and $10,000 locally. The report notes ongoing readiness and urges membership through local chapters.
Lila Smith of Postville visited Mrs. Hazel Schroeder at the start of the week. Elizabeth Priest returned from Manchester to visit friends. Mrs. Elmer Larson helped sister Mrs. Ole Blockhus cook for corn shredders last Tuesday. Mathilde Dietel of Hawkeye sewed for the Larrabee family at Montauk last week. For Rent The Lara Vasby residence in Clermont. call for particulars. Christmas bazaars and charity events begin in the area. Mrs. L. L. Carr and Mrs. Wm. Larrabee hosted a dinner bridge at Mrs. Carr's home Wednesday evening. Irene Peterson, returning from vacation, resumes work at Deaconess Lutheran Hospital in Chicago after spending time with her parents.
The state legislative tax reduction committee reports to Governor Turner proposing 5 to 25 percent salary cuts for officials and employees across Iowa government and the elimination of the state budget director office. The plan was outlined in a Tuesday report to Governor Turner.
The Decorah Journal reports three hog cholera outbreaks in Winneshiek county with losses of 60, about 40, and smaller herds. In two cases farmers waited too long to call for help, preventing vaccination and wiping out virtually all the hogs.
Susanna Priest visited Postville with Kathryn Graver and later with home folks in Clermont before returning to West Union work. Neighbors Nelson Lindgren and the Larson family shared Sunday with the Anderson and Starkey households near Postville. An oyster supper at East Lutheran church followed. Chas Anderson and family stayed with daughter Mrs Will Starkey north of town. John C. Peterson left for Minneapolis to vote for Roosevelt and spend most of the winter there. Elmer Iverson moved to Clermont from West Union, lodging with Marie Scholen’s home. Union Sunday school lunch committee netted 81.29, leaving 15 to clear on last year’s roof debt. Mrs Louie Olson led a drive that reduced debt of over 200 within nine months. Msgr Wolfe D D of Dubuque visited Clermont and St Peter’s parish, aiding relief kitchen plans for milk and staples. He also supports the six ring Boy Scout circus in Dubuque this Friday. All hearers welcomed the light relief during these difficult times.
A local report notes a preacher at St. Peter's Church delivering a fine and spirited pulpit series, touching congregants with hopeful messages. The reflections emphasize faith, community strength, and enduring devotion to service.
A house sub committee plans a winter return to postage rates, arguing the raised fees hurt mail use and postal revenue. The piece cites government overreach into banking and retail, urging the Post Office to focus on mail handling rather than commerce, and notes increased private employment losses and bank failures. An Iowa note mentions sheriff deputizing 50 veterans with arms to curb recent holdups.
Mm Bartha Lekman of Hutchinson Kansas aged about 600 pounds died Saturday from elephantiasis a rare disease that thickens the skin. The extreme weight and prolonged bed confinement were noted in the report as factors in her condition.
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