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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1962
Page
7
Members of the Clermont Ladies Aid Society met at the president Mrs. Bess Blake home with Mrs. Lester Luchsinger assisting. Twelve members answered roll call and birthday songs honored Mrs. Blake. The group thanked Mrs. Leo Grieberian and Leon for a $2 library shelf contribution.
Dr Donald R Murphy explains sinusitis as inflammation of sinus linings with thickened membranes and possible pus. He notes eight sinuses in four pairs and says chronic trouble brings constant symptoms. Chiropractic adjustments are claimed to relieve congestion by acting through the nervous system.
Open House is set for Sunday October 7 in all 238 parishes of the 30 county Archdiocese of Dubuque. Hours are 2 to 5 pm with tours and explanations of Catholic worship. Organizers emphasize inviting non Catholics to attend and ask questions in a nonreligious setting to foster understanding and friendship.
A Clermont group of thirty eight women led by Mrs Gilbert Anderson and other organizers toured Dubuque on Thursday as part of a West Union Study group outing visiting several points of interest. Also noted were visits by Mr and Mrs Arthur Nelson to Gays Mills Wisconsin and a Sunday call on the Dean Schultz family at Monona. Henry Kittelson was a supper guest at the Clarence Kittelson home.
Clermont has been notified by the Iowa Health Dept that it is eligible for federal funds to build a sewerage disposal plant. The grant would cover about 30 percent, roughly $20,000 or more, with a new application due by Dec 6 and a contract let before July 1, 1963 if accepted. Local officials emphasize that the main aim is securing the grant, with taxpayers bearing nominal costs.
The Clermont Business and Professional Women's Club met Monday at Hetty's Cafe for a 6:30 p.m. luncheon. Hostesses were Mrs. Millard Larson and Andine Vasby with Mrs. Leland Probert as assistant. The meeting and entertainment were at Mrs. Larson's home. The club voted to sponsor the United Fund with a committee including Mrs. Millard Bear, Mrs. John Bakewell, Miss Vasby, and Mrs. Millard Larson. Emil Lassig and Clifton Pringle were named to the nominating committee for the new year. Prizes in 500 went to Mrs. Alfred Nordhus, Mrs. Clifton Pringle, and Mrs. Dennis Bear. November hostesses will be Mrs. Clifton Pringle, Mrs. Arnold Stumme, and Mrs. Howard Boyle.
Open house in the Legion hall at Oclwein celebrated Mrs Mary Green's 90th birthday with family guests including Will Burrow, Richard Griebe, Lana, Saar Paulson of Two Harbors, John Garlisch of Ames, Louis Olson, Paul Grimes, Clara Grimes of Cedar Rapids, Herbert Martin, Clara Grimes, Henry Larson, Peter Erickson, Gilbert Anderson, Clarence Kittelson, Roger and Linda. Festivities extended with visits and calls in Decorah and nearby towns.
Sunday worship at 8 45 a m with Holy Communion observed. Fellowship at 1 30 p m at Wilson home. Guests included Don Malek Timmy and Mrs A He Mott and families from Decorah Cedar Falls and Waterloo. Ted and Dean, University of Iowa students, were among upper guests.
The Town and Country Club met Thursday Sept 27 at Mrs. Robert Burrows home. Fourteen members attended. Mrs Lyle Gunderson was appointed treasurer. The silent auction moved to October. The second district orientine is set for Oct 10 at Waukon. The program Revolution in Education was given by Mrs Willet Miller. Hymn Beautiful Saviour was sung and a reception was hosted by the hostess.
The Fayette County Legion Post and Auxiliary hosted a Tuesday evening meeting on Sept 25 with about 60 members from most posts and units attending. District officers present included Mrs F P Murphy Fredricksburg district president, Mrs Clifford Ohm Lawler district vice president and junior activities chair, Mrs Leslie Midlang Osage district vice president, and two past district presidents Mrs Ed Balk Waucoma and Mrs Louis Harth Hawkeye. The program featured a Valley High quartet and Civil Defense Chairman Everett Scott of West Union spoke on local defense needs. Refreshments were served by the hostess unit.
Decorah residents Mr. and Mrs. James Anderson hosted a Sunday dinner for Mr. and Mrs. Roy Bigler and guests Dennis, Christine, Janice, the Germanns, Lynn, Jeffrey, and Mr. and Mrs. Walter Permann Jr. The gathering celebrated the births of Mrs. Permann Jr. and Lynn, highlighting family ties and local affection.
Mrs William Wede won a 120 dollar prize in the Saturday evening drawing hosted by the Bucks club. The event drew attendees and offered a cash award to the winner.
A Portland Oregon couple Mr and Mrs Hans Sandvold received a call Monday announcing a granddaughter born to Mr and Mrs Lt Reecke. The baby girl named Karen Renee arrived Sunday Sept 23.
The Riverside Club met at Mrs. Oliver Rowland’s home on a Wednesday afternoon in September. Mrs. Rowland opened with a poem, members shared flowers planted over the summer, and a contest led by Mrs. John Yauslin awarded prizes to Mrs. L. T. Olson, Mrs. Lyle Krueger, Mrs. Roy Tatro, and Mrs. Martin Anderson. Lunch was served by the hostess.
Clarence Kittelson took Mr and Mrs Lorenz Willman of Postville to Sioux City on Wednesday and they returned Thursday. Dale Upham and Frank Craft of West Union flew to Wyoming last week for deer hunting.
The M. C. Larson home hosted a family gathering with Mr. and Mrs. Harold Larson of Cedar Rapids, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Larson of Union, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Larson and Miss Inga Larson, plus guests Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Arp, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Arness of Becorah, Miss Sharon Edw at Denver, Mrs. Probert and Richard, Mrs. Lea Orth, Debbie and sends.
Karen Larson is spending her vacation with her parents Mr and Mrs Larson. The trip appears to be a family visit with no planned public events or official engagements disclosed.
Specialist Larry V. Bergeson RA 17531249 of Instr Co C USA SESCS Fort Gordon, Georgia moves to new post. He will be instructing in the radio relay and carrier operations school at the fort.
The 56 member Nordic Concert Choir at Luther College selects final roster for 1062 63 season. Tour planned through western states this winter includes a Capital Records Hollywood recording session. Richard Amundson named among five second tenors. son of Mr and Mrs Almer Amundson of Clermont.
Stamp winners named Mrs. Ames Olson Melvin Johnson Leslie Anderson Mrs. Verdell Hulbert and Mrs. Glen Nims were recognized at Leo's U Save Store for happening last week.
The Clermont Lutheran Parish led by Pastor John D. Kronlokken lists midweek activities at West Clermont and East sites including CW hostesses and confirmation classes. Evening choir and ALCW sessions run through Friday with church council on Friday night and mission fest participation at Eldorado on Sunday morning.
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