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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1932
Page
3
Classified rates published for Clermont Fayette County Iowa reflect mail handling as second class matter. Display rates apply per inch for foreign and local notices, with readers and per line charges, and a 25 cent minimum for first insertion. Cards of Thanks and Resolutions of Respect priced at regular advertising rates.
The lesson centers on Jesus calling the first disciples as “Fishers of Men.” It argues the Kingdom of God is near when welcomed in hearts, urges followers to respond promptly to Christ’s call, and asks who in Clermont Iowa will welcome it today.
The magazine editor proclaims that The American Boy Youths Companion will deliver greater adventure and more gripping yarns in 1933. Readers will travel with the Royal Canadian Mounted through forests, to Borneo posts, with cavalry in India, and into the Amazon. Subscriptions are $2.00 yearly or $3.00 for three years.
A three year subscription offer allows readers to pay a dollar per year and gifts a gift card bearing the buyer’s name. The service begins with the specified issue and is advertised for boys such as sons nephews neighbors or relatives. Subscriptions are directed to The American Boy Youth's Companion in Detroit Michigan.
Weekend visitors Included Mrs Low Embertson and son Or lando with the Lou Reierson family. Turkeys were moved to Milwaukee markets by Cornelius and Lou Reierson and by Kiple of Elgin and Shipton of Clermont. Several locals attended a Richard Erickson farm sale near Wadena. A Marion church mission festival is planned for Thanksgiving with Rev Sharson of Minneapolis as speaker. Mrs John Olson of Hillsboro helped care for her ill mother Mrs Rachael Olson. Families of St Olaf visited Mrs B Nelson at Clermont. Mr and Mrs Henry Olson attended Albert Andersons funeral in Clermont. Mrs Roy Meyer of Clermont helped with shredders.
Grand Meadow and surrounding area residents shared visits and dinners at multiple homes. Helen Reinhart returned from a week with the Holm family, Ingvald Helgerson planned to spend the winter in Postville, and a well attended East Lutheran church supper and sale concluded with Dr. Brandt winning a comforter.
A historical note reports a rising Native American population in the United States attributed to improved sanitation health care and lower death rates, noting gains in Indiana amid broader demographic trends.
The island Jamaica, named Xaymaca meaning islands of fountains, was discovered by Columbus on his second voyage in 1494. The account notes the Spanish exploration and the early designation of Jamaica as a Caribbean island by Columbus.
The Clermont Junior MacDowell Club held its final session for the year at sponsor Mrs. E. Jorgenson’s home. Musicals featured, with winners Chrystal Miller and Eleanor Pribyl sharing junior prize, William Crowe second. Verla Gunderson, Esther Gunsten, Rita Rounds won juvenile prize. Irene Erickson and Dorothy Brorby honorable mention.
Quote attributed to Anthony Hope notes that the economy may skip or omit items you may want in the future. It suggests a cautionary view of future comforts and consumer availability as desires may be unmet.
A terse reflection on human limits cites three hard feats: keeping a secret, forgetting an injury, and making good use of leisure. The aphorism attributed to Chilo frames personal discipline and time use as enduring challenges.
The Turkish pepper paprika is a mildly pungent condiment made from dried ripened fruit of various pepper species. The term is of Hungarian origin and carries the same meaning as Turkish pepper.
A historical note describes using kerosene and warm water to loosen dirt from skylights. After a few minutes the mixture is rinsed with kerosene and soap and water, then polished with a commercial window cleaning powder.
A reflection on post dinner oratory as the foundation of business culture. The piece criticizes the formal dress and ritualized speeches as the glue holding the contemporary show together, noting the speakers begin with faux grand introductions.
A compact reflection on eloquence praising the ability to speak plainly about humble topics, with noble handling of grand and moderate subjects, attributed to Cicera.
A Louisville Times home tip advises using rocked up fruit storage to keep fruit fresh when children are present, emphasizing safety and practical preservation at home.
A clipped Toronto Globe snippet shows Jimmy asking for access to “the measles” after Willie finishes, humorously framing a culinary or indulgent pursuit as a perquisite.
The potato faced unpopularity when first introduced to Scandinavia about two centuries ago. Today it stands as a vital crop in Sweden, shaping agriculture and food supply.
A compact note summarizes ideas on balancing praise for children and self interest in public life. Quotations from Hi Ho of Chinatown and the Washington Star reflect on honesty, persuasion, and virtue in everyday conduct.
The Haverhill Evening Gazette notes a positive stance on forest fires and recalls that tree sap does not freeze unless the tree is dead. The columnist advises letting some sunshine in and out to balance the season's mood.
A speculative piece wonders how future scholars will interpret today’s sports headlines as evidence of a still savage state. It considers language shifts and cultural context shaping enduring perceptions of athletic news.
The Washington Star notes that essential oils of mint and spearmint are used annually. Spearmint oil largely goes to gum manufacture, while peppermint finds its way into candy and is not used for toothpaste flavoring.
Cappet é Weekly reports a new dairy method where farmers extract natural water from milk leaving a pulpy substance dried into sheets like paper. The concentrated milk is sold by the pound or by area, and can be liquefied by dissolving in hot water for use.
The doge of Venice served as head of state in an elective monarchy. The first doge was chosen in 807 and the office ended in 1707. For six centuries the doge held powers comparable to a king, though later it became largely ceremonial.
The Detroit News recalls Sidney Draw, famed for a role in which his character mislaid teeth and avoided the letter G. The anecdote highlights his quick wit as the joke plays during an entire act.
The college man who has studied philosophy will listen to what other people have to tell them. The man who has studied the more practical things has too many ideas of his own about the work.
Ancient Falra Leipzig, famed since the Middle Ages, plays a fourfold role in commerce, notably in books and trade, as a vibrant center of regional activity and heritage.
A concise note cites Lawrence Pearsall Jacke asserting that a man's worth is measured by the Ming he earns rather than the work itself. The remark ties value to vocation and earnings, reflecting on practical ethics.
The magazine asserts that free will is a God given privilege and urges readers to avoid deciding for others or seeking others decisions for them, emphasizing autonomy and personal responsibility in matters of choice.
The passage notes that many lower animals cannibalize, with mothers sometimes eating their own young. It also references a Gothic monument, claiming the marble Milan cathedral is widely regarded as the most beautful Gothic structure in existence.
Synthetic gems like rubies and sapphires are produced by adding coloring matter to pulverized alumina and then fusing the mixture with an oxy hydrogen blowpipe.
An Englishman has invented a motor car that can be converted into an airplane but the Miami Herald argues this is not progress, noting that they have always relied on the horse and the horsefly.
A concise reflection invoking Seneca on using power to profit oneself without harming others. It urges clearing one’s own faults before attempting influence, framing virtue as prerequisite to effective leadership and restraint.
The revised Protestant Episcopal prayer book removes the word obey from Ita marriage service though couples may still use it if they choose.
A provocative remark attributed to Mrs. Owen Kildare claims most women are deceitful and that truthful women are rare as men compel them to use deceit to reach their ends, signaling a heated gender discourse.
A brief quotation from Woman's Home Companion proclaims that the only cure for civilization is more civilization, provoking discussion on progress and social reform in literary circles.
The readable bits mention a bank wrecking event and phrases like Happinege Iife and Cinelum... details are unclear, with multiple garbled names and numbers. The piece mirrors a damaged news fragment lacking coherent entities or dates.
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