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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1963
Page
7
The Rev and Mrs Henry Schroeder of St Paul, along with Mr and Mrs Harry Helgerson, visited Mrs Louise Miller and her family this afternoon. Also noted were Mr Osminnidson and other guests and parents accompanying them.
Dr. Donald R. Murphy advocates a restorative approach to alleviate pain and reduce core and emotional strain. The aim is to return patients to a normal healthy, happy, carefree lifestyle they can enjoy.
A Clermont Iowa chiropractor advertises weekday Wednesday and Saturday hours from 8 to 11 30 am and 1 30 to 6 pm with additional evening slots 7 38 to 8 50 pm.
Clermont Sheehan Fiona Adxillay with tek scheduled an auxiliary meeting on Tuesday with details incomplete in the notice.
Mr and Mrs J A Erickson, Mrs Mary Olson, Sen D De Sart and Andine Vasby took a Friday scenic drive into Wisconsin. They visited and hosted at Gays Millystrom, had supper, played a game, and returned home, sending greetings to friends and neighbors.
The John Gass family moved into their new home on August 10. It is a Stewart double wide mobile home with three bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, living room, and bath set on a 50 by 20 foot basement. They welcome visitors to see it.
Afternoon callers Sunday at the Walter Durscher home included Ernest and his wife, with Christen Lucy Christen, Clarg Muehlethal er, Celia Thoman, Herbert and Conner Dummermuth, Connie, and John Durscher. Evening and Sunday visits extended to Mrs. Rosina Anderson’s guests Aldora Anderson of Iowa City and the Alanke family. Gerald Wilsons and Ruth Larson hosted Sunday guests, while Mrs. Leon Creger of Cresco entertained at dinner with her daughter’s family, the Borks. Wayne Durachi of West Union visited his parents with Mrs. Dean Mitts, who attends the Hard of Hearing School in Council Bluffs. Len Simek visited Durant, and Elmer Sander with Ronald in Postville plus Bonnie Sander from Minneapolis were supper guests of Albert Christianson. Bonnie returned to Minneapolis Friday.
The Town of Clermont advances housing growth as Clarion Olson and Richard Osterhus plan three new homes under construction east of the main area. Local officials note the project strengthens development efforts and neighborhood expansion.
A 25th anniversary event was held at the home Friday evening with guests including Mr. and Mrs. Irvin Handle, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Westcott, Mrs. Lillian Kimball, Mrs. Clara Helgerson, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Helgerson, Mr. and Mrs. Willard Ash, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Gibbs, Susan, Mary, Michael, Gary, and John. Also present were Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Kitt, Mr. and Mrs. Riley Grimes, Preden and two daughters Diane and Donna.
Fayette County American Legion and Auxiliary held a Tuesday meeting in Clermont with seventy five members. County commander J Le Wilken of Oelwein and county president Mrs Louis Olson of Clermont opened the session. Dr John Hopkins of Oelwein spoke on joining the Legion and the program included songs by the Vermont Auxiliary girls and a barber shop quartet. Mrs Murphy of Fredericksburg reported on the convention and officers were listed. Lunch was served by the Clermont unit and the October county meeting was announced for October 22 at the Waucoma Legion hall.
The Appelman sorghum mill began this year on Sept 16 and ran smoothly through Sept 30 3600 ms of sorghum produced. The new process leaves cane 100 percent leaf free for processing, using a combined plower and shaker system. The crew includes Elmer Johnson Loftegard Gien Nygaard John Barnhouse Ronald s He Nielbert. Klingman’s Clothes Shop visit underway with Amy Hovland and Mrs Amy in Minneapolis on extended tour of Eastern and Southern States. Mrs L T N Olgan and Mrs Ray Reierson hosted coffee after the 4 H Honor Banquet at Dairy Cattle Congress in Waterloo.
A baby shower for Mark Allen son of Mr and Mrs Eugene Thorson was held Wednesday evening at the Oliver Larson home. Mrs Roger Amundson led games and contests. Guests included Mrs Eugene Thorson Cathryn Barbara and others. The event featured a picnic dinner with the Matt Legh family and visits from relatives across the area.
The Town and Country Club met Sept 26 with 15 members and 3 guests enjoying turkey dinner at Bettys Cafe. Hostess Mrs Wille Miller welcomed attendees at Mrs Louis Olsons home for the meeting. Devotions by Mrs Gordon Hoopman. Roll call on youth aid. Panel discussed modern trends in education. President asked contributions for The Arms of Liberty and attendees planned dues and projects. Next meeting Oct 24 with Mrs Lee Palmer as hostess. a silent auction planned.
Stamp winners last week at Leo and Leona's U Save grocery include Mrs James Anderson Mrs John Halverson Mrs Kenneth Kjosa Mrs Orlan Tague and Mrs Lester Luchsinger. Attendees at the West Union wedding of Jean Fiend and Roger Earle included Mr and Mrs M C Larson Mrs Leo Orth Debbie and Brenda and Mrs Leland Pro bert.
The Riverside Club gathered at Mrs. Clarion Olson's home on Wednesday evening with seven members present. Mrs. Lavilla Rowland opened the meeting with a reading and guest Mrs. Lester Kipp attended. Bingo prize recipients included Mrs. L. T. N. Olgon, Mrs. Ernest Peterson, Mrs. Martin Anderson, and Lavilla Rowland. door prize went to Mix Lavilla Row. Lunch followed.
The Clemont Comets 4 H Club was well represented at the Water loo Daily Show Saturday with members Kenneth Schroeder Lyle Anderson Marilyn Anderson Gary Timmerman Edward Miller and others showing in two co groups. Ratings listed include Brown Swiss blue red white for several members and animals.
Mrs. Kenneth Amundson topped a 40 dollar prize drawing held Saturday evening. The event drew local participation with several entrants and a social gathering following the drawing at the community hall.
Kenneth Schroeder son of Mr and Mrs Archie Schroeder of Clermont and a Clermont Comets 4 H Club member traveled with Lyle Anderson Castalia Paul Grafenberg West Union and Bernard Oakes Randalia to Water loo for the 4 H Dairy Judging contest at the National Dairy Congress There he received the State Champion Holstein Boy award and a 76 scholarship to Iowa State University The Fayette County judging team placed eighth in the state Additional family visit details from El Centro California and Pontyilte are noted but not central to the main achievement.
Pastor Lee Roy Collins leads worship at 9:00 am. Prayer and Bible Study meet at 9:30 am at the Elgin church. Leadership training at 3 p.m. Thursday October 3, Methodist Men gather at 7:30 p.m. at the Elgin church.
The Ladies Aid Society met Wednesday afternoon, Sept 25, at Mrs. Bess Blake’s home with 13 members present and four guests welcomed. Mrs. Blake presided. Mrs. Ruth Star ey and Mrs. Franz Appelman presented a program, “Resources to Live By.” Books for the quarter were ordered. next hosts are Mrs. Delmer Kingery and Mrs. Elmer Olson with the Kingery home as meeting place. Nearby visits and social notes follow, including Cedar Falls guests and local hospitality.
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