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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1923
Page
5
A wedding in Elgin was noted with the couple marrying at a private home. The bride, a teacher in rural schools, and the groom, recently moved to Center Point, planned a simple life together. Friends extend best wishes as they begin their married life.
Discussions include talks from county townships and the Bureau Orchestra set to provide music for the event. The gathering aims to elect officers and strengthen regional cooperation.
Last Friday evening a shower was held for Miss Ednah Weibel hosted by the older ladies of the community. The gathering featured a dainty lunch, warm wishes, and gifts meant to honor her upcoming wedding and new home.
A merchant in a nearby town found yellow overalls in stock last summer. He displayed them in the front window as King Tut Overalls, prompting quick sales and proving that men as well as women like stylish wearing apparel.
M E Choreh records all services at the appointed time next Sunday. The Ladies Aid Society will hold an event on December 7. Dr Kirwin will attend the day evening for the local conference, plan accordingly.
Members of the board announce that all transactions for feed and related items shall cease after December 1 1923. Lecy B Hunsberger signs the notice. The commentary references a literary line on living by the road and helping others, and mentions state asylum pressures and mental health concerns.
The mayor and council members Baumeistern, Falk, Grether, Kipls and Short attended. Minutes were read and approved. Bills include Ta Pr Co power for pump two months 53.75 and lights 53.75, Emil Snyder digging leak 3.00, Lerch crossing work 10.25, B M Philips employer's liability 24.00. Wm F Miller license to operate an extra pool table on Lot 26 Block 5 Original Town of Hin. Motion to grant license and transfer unexpired license from Lewis Christie to Miller. Motion adjourned.
The Elzin Ladies' Study Club will meet at Mrs. Samuel Mosby's home on Tuesday evening December 4. The program opens with music and includes roll call on illiteracy statistics, a historical survey of illiteracy crusade, statistics on illiteracy, and talks by Mrs. Hughes, Mrs. Hil a Schork, Mrs. Bkarshoug, and Mrs. Christine Schori.
An advertisement urges subscriptions to the Ladies' Home Journal at 18 dollars yearly as a Christmas gift. It mentions subscribing at the shop office and notes other magazines are available, including the Farmers’ Co-Operative Association’s products.
The Ladies' Aid Society will hold its annual bazaar in the church’s jovial rooms on Friday December 7. A food sale and lunch will be served throughout the afternoon. The Philethea class is asked to make candy and donate items to the church by Thursday. Committees named to oversee the bazaar include Fancy Work and Lunch Booth heads and volunteers for coffee and candy booths.
Jacob Clark son of Mr and Mrs P Clark born December 30 1865 died November 12 1923. He lived with his parents until age 28 and married Caroline Larson of Avoca Wisconsin. They had ten children six surviving. The family moved to Hillsboro North Dakota in 1881 then to Britt Iowa before returning to Elkader area. Funeral services were held with Rev W J Warner assisting. Interment Elkader Private family lot.
A provincial tale recounts a bankrupt man who returns home to reveal a wife who saved enough to restore their finances. Her display of a joint stash wins him over, illustrating the virtue of spending and buying at home to bolster the local economy. Also noted are a Missouri cotton exhibit in Alden’s window and fall weather, plus a Leavenworth visit for Mrs. Freibur-Bhaus’s funeral and a local weather remark.
Mrs F S Wertz dies at 4 30 Sunday morning at her parents home in Lorraine Texas after childbirth that failed to save the child. Funeral was private with husband Buuday Wertz and local friends in attendance. The late Mrs Wertz was 37 and active in Rebekah and Eastern Star lodges. She and her husband had moved to El where he worked for the R I & P Railroad. The couple married June 27 1922 at Lorraine Texas.
Ralph Reichert Marrié of this city wed Dorothy Havek in Washington D C on November 27. The couple plans to reside in Washington where the bride worked in government clerical work. Parents Mr and Mrs Fred Reichert received the telegram Wednesday morning with surprise as no inkling of the plan was given during his two week home visit. Friends in the area extend congratulations and best wishes for a long, happy married life.
Visitors' Days showcased a new school addition with a modern heating plant by Butler of Austin Minnesota. Contractor M Kiple designed the addition with a bright assembly room two close rooms and a second floor domestic science room. The gym measures 40 by 70 feet with a 20 foot beam ceiling and gallery on two sides. The public praised the improvements and noted the project benefits future generations.
Early colonial Thanksgiving tradition noted as Pilgrims thanking God after harvest. Modern readers urged to reflect on blessings, wealth, and health. A Union Service is announced at the Baptist church on Thanksgiving day at 10 80 p m with Rev Don V Buller presiding.
Evelyn Ho llester three years old, daughter of Mr and Mrs Fred Hollister, was left for a nap when her clothing ignited. The mother extinguished the flames with her bare hands and removed burning garments as Dr Kelleher treated burns to the face neck and left arm. Evelyn survived the ordeal and is progressing with pain and sympathy from the community.
Postville reports show Dr Jerdve of Clermont and Dr Brownson of Moenaga performing limb amputations to halt gangrene. J. B. Topliff arranged anesthesia in Wagner township for George Walter, while a prior right leg amputation weeks earlier is noted. A worker known as Anderaog returned from western state work, with ongoing treatment in the region.
Fayette County Legion members met at Elgin Opera House to discuss Americanism and recruit members for a statewide series. State Commander Bert Le Halligan outlined aims, Col Robbins stressed patriotism, and District Commander Ben Webster shared Legion statistics. West Union led in delegation with 87. other towns followed. Local residents performed, and ladies served a reception in the M. E. church room.
The Baptist Church calendar lists German service and communion at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. English service, Sunday school at 11 a.m., and a 12:30 p.m. church dinner with a 1 p.m. standing committee meeting. December 5 Ladins Aid Society meets at the parsonage. December 6 B Y P U Bible study starts per Baptist Herald January 1983 issue. A Thanksgiving dinner and a bazaar follow the dinner in the town hall.
Auto license notices indicate fees reduced under amended AR law. Officials urge checking local bank rates and examining 1923 certificates or 1924 license applications. County Treasurer E. W. Brermann directs readers to comply by January first.
Advertisers are reminded a limited quantity of cale and borders for the holiday addvertis tye will arrive soon. Call early to reserve and ensure placement before Christmas as only three minute sites remain until Christa y.
For sale smooth Poland China spring boars and gifts. Prices range from $20 to $25 each. Keil bargatos contact Ed Bunter in Elgin, To. Mra. U. G. Graviatedar Mupils arrived Wednesday with relatives for Thanksgiving.
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