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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1929
Page
4
Local report warns of a traveling eye specialist scam in Oscola Missouri and surrounding areas. Thomas L Hill notes victims paid from two dollars and fifty cents to twenty dollars as a warrant circulates with the St Clair county sheriff. Authorities urge consulting licensed oculists and reporting deceitful operators to protect gullible residents.
The notice urges readers to report lodge and club meetings to the local newspaper. It suggests a publicity committee or secretary can provide proceedings like officer elections and social events to help the paper cover community activities.
The Echo urges rural teachers to submit monthly summarized reports from their schools. No charge, and the paper offers assistance to help build community interest among pupils and parents via regular school news columns.
Only twenty days remain to finish gifts and Elgin merchants advertise better deals than city stores. Early purchases ease the usual holiday rush and reduce the risk of disappointment. The Echo promises special values throughout the season and urges Elgin as the shopping headquarters.
A nature note explains how the leaf butterfly earns its name as its wings fold to resemble a leaf when startled, making it nearly invisible to even keen observers.
A condensed sentiment from the Atchison Globe condemns men who exploit others, stressing that foolish behavior harms women and children and taints community life. The piece laments moral failures and calls for accountability to prevent further suffering.
A reader reflects on the Christmas Seal's meaning, praising its message that charity reveals true heart. The verse asserts the season's spirit surpasses purchased gifts and proves a broader care for fellow men.
Sunday visits and meals fill Elgin life as families host relatives and friends from West Bend Cheery Valley and nearby towns. The section lists numerous guests at homes of the Etter Yearous Klingman Frieden and other local families along with a hospital update on Jason Bailey and a subscription offer for the Elgin Echo and Dubuque Telegraph-Herald.
A report explains that pouring kerosene on stagnant pond water forms an air layer that suffocates underwater organisms. The kerosene cut off the water’s air supply, killing wormlike creatures and then affecting insects living there.
Uncle Eben comments that finding fault is too easy a way to gain credit as a discoverer, noting the tendency to overlook positive contributions. He dismisses the idea of credit for simply finding fault.
The Melvin Boyer family and others visited relatives in Elgin and nearby towns including Hawkeye and Waucoma. Local residents, church ladies, and families held weekend gatherings, with multiple visits to the Frank Lyons and Sidney Nutting homes. A one act comedy Henpeth Holler Gossip will be staged by the Baptist church Ladies Aid Society Saturday evening with a cast of local women.
Board of Directors offers cream routes excluding route No 12 for one year starting January 1 1930. Bids open November 30 1929 at 1 pm at the creamery. Right to reject any or all bids reserved. Secry M Luchinger
Chocolate with high lime content is praised by certain doctors as valuable brain food and recommended in cases of obesity heart trouble and gout.
Weather bureau notes average annual tornado damage exceeds 12 million dollars with high variability. more than a hundred twisters reported yearly, some seasons worse than others.
The school carnival last Friday evening raised around 80 to 86 dollars, below the prior two years when the event began. Cold weather and poor roads possibly reduced attendance, with funds earmarked for the athletic department. The item also notes praise for coach TH Green of South Pasadena Senior High and mentions local social notes and visits.
A refinement to gasoline raises octane by adding tetra ethyl lead, a key ether of ethyl gas. The substance is highly poisonous and not offered to the general public, requiring strict handling conditions and safeguards.
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