Local jurors drawn for October term court in County Seat
The local petit jurors for the October term convening Oct 29 were listed. They include Fred Gehring and Walter Dennler of Elgin, E M Hoag of Elgin, Len T Simek of Clermont, L L Shaffer of Wadena. Jurors are instructed to appear Monday Nov 5 at 10 o clock. The item also notes other county notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Gehring
Elgin
Walter Dennler
E. M. Hoag
Len T
Simek
Clermont
L. L. Shaffer
Wadena
Elgin Bridge Replanking Under Way
Pidden and L. P. Cline lead a crew to replank the Turkey River bridge east of Elgin. Four local men join to install new stringers and plank, and a tarvia surface will be laid. The job needs about two weeks with the road closed to traffic during work hours, though the bridge opens after working hours each evening.
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L. P. Cline
Elgin
Turkey River
Masonic Fellowship Meeting Held in Elgin
The Northeast Iowa Masonic Fellowship association with ten lodges met in Elgin on Friday night. About seventy five members attended along with visitors from Edgewood and West Union. Frank C Winslow of Edgewood spoke on Masonic principles and a brief local program and lunch followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northeast Iowa
Elgin Study Club Meeting Recaps Local Talk and Guests
The Elgin Study Club met last Wednesday at Mrs. George Faiths home. The program featured talks on topics including The Mohammedan Religion and a hymn, with participants Marie Muehlethaler and Helen Muehlethaler. Next meeting set for October 9 with Hes Elmer Houg and Mr and Mrs John Neyens of Vermillion, Neb.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
George Faith
Marie
Muehlethaler
Helen Muehlethaler
Ida Thoma
Clay
Hes
Elmer Houg
Do Not Let Yourself Go Spiritually Blind
A stranger asks why the field is full of mules. A boy explains the mules are worked in the mine during the week and are brought up into the light on Sunday to keep them from going blind. The story urges attending church Sunday to let God’s word illuminate the heart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alden Pinney
Scott County Democrat
Pennsylvania
Joe Becker Hurt In Madison Auto Mishap
Joe Becker of Madison Wisconsin sustained severe injuries in a foggy Saturday night collision while crossing a street with an oncoming car. He suffered a broken left leg three broken fingers on his left hand knocked out three teeth and various bruises. He was treated at the Methodist hospital then moved to the University Infirmary with a nurse assigned as he mends.
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Joe Becker
Madison
Wis
Joe
Methodist Hospital
Harry Becker
University Infirmary
North Murray St
Wisconsin
Tabitha Society Elects Officers at Sept Meeting
The Tabitha Society met September 19 at the Baptist church with 22 members. Anna Mae Baechler became a member. Officers elected: President Edna Miller, Vice-president Lena Wenger, Secretary-Treasurer Lillian Jacob, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Eather Durscher. A piano solo by Luella Miller closed the program. A vote of thanks was given to former officers for their service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Mae Baechler
Edna Miller
Lena Wenger
Lillian Jacob
Y Treas
Eather Durscher
Luella Miller
Three Half Days of Pheasant Hunting Open Season
The Iowa fish and game commission announced an open pheasant season for Bremer Fayette and Chickasaw counties among 29 counties. This year offers three half days November 24 27 and 28 with hunting from noon to 6 pm. Bag limit is three male pheasants per day and six birds possession after day one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Fish and Game Commission
Bremer
Fayette
Chickasaw
Thos Howard, early Elgin resident, dies at home
Thos Howard Sr a pioneer and respected Elgin resident dies at his home Tuesday afternoon after fifteen days illness. He was 81 years old on March 7, 1984. Funeral services are set Friday afternoon from the house and from the Zion Church. Rev J J Snyder to deliver the eulogy and life sketch to appear in the Echo next issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos, Howard, Sr
Elgin
Lanilmeas
I.o’elpekand
Yria Churalt
J. J. Snyder
Jife
The
Echo
Eastern Star Elgin Chapter to meet Wednesday evening
Elgin Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star will hold a regular session Wednesday evening October 40 at 8 36. Refreshments and a social hour follow the business meeting. All members are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Order of Eastern Star
Reed
Fayette Co Sunday Schools Name Officers
Delegates from thirteen Sunday schools gathered at the Fayette county Sunday school convention in Oelwein last week. Newly elected officers include President Irving E B Wade Oelwein honorary life president Prof W Van Nesta Fayette vice presidents Mrs Rawlson Hawkeye Mrs Carlson Oelwein Mr Hoover West Union and Rev Chamberlain Arlington secretary treasurer Mrs R V Brandt Clermont children department superintendent Mrs Leon Layton West Union administration superintendent Kizzie Rathbun Oelwein adult department superintendent Mrs Hackett West Union young people's superintendent Mrs Ada Hillis Oelwein training department superintendent Rev Virgil Walch Fayette
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette County
Oelwein
Irving EB
Wade
W. ©. van Nesa
Fayette
Rawlson
Hawkeye
Carlson
Hoover
West Union
Chamberlain
Arlington
R. V. Brandt
Clermont
Leon Layton
Kizzie Rathbun
Oeelwein
Hackett
Young People
Ada Hillis
Virgil Walch
Lindbergh Case Brings New Arrest in Kidnapping
The Lindbergh murder kidnapping case resurfaces with an arrest tied to the abduction of the infant. The press urges swift, decisive justice to deter similar outrages and impose the extreme penalty if convicted.
Echo Mailing List Corrected and Arrears Urged
The Echos mailing list was corrected through Oct 1 and payments to that date should appear on address tags. Thanks to recent payers, please check your credit. Many remain in arrears. a remittance now is appreciated as relief programs aid others while home newspapers stretch credit.
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Echos
Halverson Sells Former Paulson Garage at Clermont
J. G. Halverson who ran the former Paulson garage at Clermont for six months sold it early this week to C. J. Hessler and H. J. Parker, both of Worthington Iowa. The buyers appear to be enterprising businessmen taking over the business from the veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Halverson
Paulson
Clermont
C. J. Hessler
J. Parker
Worthington
Iowa
Gb Aike
Organization of Fayette county Woman's Republican Club
A Fayette county Woman's Republican Club was organized in Fayette Thursday afternoon with Mrs Hoyt Young of Arlington as president and Mrs Grace Gilbert King of West Union as vice president. Dr Elizabeth Smith Kennedy of Delwein will be secretary treasurer. Five committees will be appointed by Mrs Young educational membership executive publicity social. Eighteen women joined at the session and a series of year round meetings is planned. Kathryn Limbeck of Monona assisted. King Palmer of West Union urged organization.
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Republican Club
Fayette County
Qelwein
Hoyt, Young
Arlington
Grace’ Gilbert King
West Union
Elizabeth Smith Kennedy
Delwein
Kathryn Limbeck
Monona
Clayton County Woman’s Club
King Palmer
Republican Party
Fall Beauty Now Best On Iowa Roadsides
A Fayette County Union reader quotes Mrs. Mac on Chaff praising northeastern Iowa fall landscapes. A West Union Elgin trip reveals asters, maples, and bright colors along the road, urging outdoor enjoyment before a long indoor winter arrives.
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Elgin
Margroff
Supt Carter to Speak at Decorah Masonic Meeting
Supt L B Carter is slated to speak at the Masonic fellowship meeting of the Upper Iowa Association in Decorah on Monday evening October 8. The association covers towns in Winneshiek and Allamakee counties. Carter, while at summer school, studied early Masonic history and prepared several talks from Cedar Rapids library materials. He has earned a place on the state speakers service committee and will be called upon for such meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supt
L. B. Carter
Masonic Fellowship
Upper
Posted Lands Do Not Hunt Without Owner Permission
Landowners urge hunters to seek permission before hunting on private property. Farmers are posting notices and using newspapers to warn about damage from careless or vicious hunters. Respect owners rights, avoid fences and gates, protect stock, and inform owners who is on the premises.
Surprise Birthday Party At Mrs Schori Home
On Monday evening Messrah Mes George Falk and others visited the B. Schori home to celebrate Mrs Schori's birthday anniversary. The self invited guests carried baskets for a late lunch, spent the evening playing bridge, and left good wishes for future October firsts.
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Messrah
George Falk
Accel Maer Fon Mosby
Leo Schori
Arthur Herrling
Georgis Mae
Gerald Schori
Turnip crop produces five pounder and boastful harvests
A reader reports a five pound turnip left at our office by Edwin Hanson after a Monday meeting in town. Hanson says the crop grew unusually large this year and challenges others to weigh their biggest. The note suggests the turnips help ease the food shortage.
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Edwin Hanson
Falba’s garage showcases new Motor-Chek diagnostic machine
Falba's garage has been busy after purchasing a Motor-Chek machine that automatically diagnoses motor trouble. A factory expert demonstrates the unit all day Thursday, and the machine will remain for public viewing for days afterward.
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Falba’ Garage
County Legion Meet Set in Arlington October 11
Arlington Post commander A H Clasen announces an all county Legion meeting in Arlington on Thursday evening October 11. 4th District Commander Fred B Logeman will attend and deliver the principal address, with County Commander L B Carter in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Clasen
Arlington Post American Legion
Arlington
Fred B. Logeman
Manly
L.B. Carter
Corn Hog Checks Arrive for Fayette County Distribution
The Fayette county general corn-hog committee welcomed Saturday arrivals of corn-hog checks and began planning the distribution. Distribution is expected Wednesday and Thursday. Total checks received amount to 265,928 dollars and 8 cents.
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Fayette County
Press Meeting Set For Elgin Next Friday Afternoon
The Northeast Iowa Press Assn will meet in Elgin next Friday afternoon. The Ossian session was canceled due to Editor Schmirtz's other business commitments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa ‘Press Assn
Elgin
Ossian Butt
Schmirtz
Factory Closed Tuesday After Seven Weeks of Operation
The Elgin cannery will be closed on Tuesday October 8 after seven weeks of steady operation. The plant began in August and has run nearly every day since opening, with a brief gap noted in outreach advertising.
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Elgin “Canning
Celebrate Silver Wedding Anniversary at Hunsberger home
A surprise party marked the twenty five year silver wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Max Hunsberger. Relatives and friends from Decorah and nearby towns attended with baskets and a noon dinner. A music program followed and Mrs. Hunseberger received a silver purse gift. A bountiful lunch capped the event as guests offered best wishes. Next year the couple will celebrate a Golden Wedding with Efford Hunsberger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Hunsberger
Hunshberger
K. A. Kirkeberg
Mary
Alfred
Henry
Efford Hunsberger
Clarence Kirkeberg
Carlyle
Reuben Mark
Lucille
Russell
John Ward
Realto
Clifford
Mildred
Armelia
Dolores
Nali
Hunaberger
Elgin Community Club to Elect Next Monday
Elgin Community Club will hold its election next Monday evening October 8 with a supper kickoff. Sec-Treas L B Carter cannot attend but will present his annual report and financial statement. A nominating committee report will be ready for consideration. members should avoid other commitments and attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Way Sual ‘Terenseeong OT Che Elgin Community Club
Sec-Treas
L. B. Carter
Peacock Football Schedule Showcases 1963 Road Tests
The schedule lists games for the Peacock football team including Sept 29 Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Oct 5 Buena Vista in Storm Lake, Oct 183 Penn College in Fayette, Oct 20 Luther College in Fayette for Homecoming, Nov 3 Central College in Fayette, Nov 10 Iowa Wesleyan at Mount Pleasant, and Nov 17 LaCrosse Teachers at La Crosse Wisconsin as tentative, with instruction to keep for future reference.
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Coe College
Cedar Rapids
Buena Vista
Storm Lake
Penn College
Fayette
Luther College
Central College
Fayaette
Iowa Wesleyan
Mount
Decorah Journal Changes Ownership
The Decorah Journal reports a change in ownership last week with J. C. Hammond becoming sole owner after purchasing C. W. Brown interest. Hammond & Brown previously bought the paper from Congressman Fred Biermann in 1931 and Don Amundson of Decorah joins as associate editor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decorah Journal
J. C. Hammond
C.W. Brown
Hammond & Brown
Fred Biermann
Don Amundson
Decorah
Ap Azsociate
Poll Tax Notice and Minor Accident Report
Poll tax overdue with Oct 15 deadline looming payments to town marshal Walter Kohls may avert costs. Last Thursday Got frad Pfister dislocated wrist after falling from a bin edge while belt fitting in the husking shed, but he returned to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Kohls
Gotfrad Pfister
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Petit Jurors
Fremont No. 9
J. B. Stahl
Dee. 1
Mr. Stahl
Rural Teacher's Club
Presbyterian
C. E. Avis
Practical Drawing Co
Grace Lyle
West ‘Union Public Schools
F. P. Boeckenheuer
P. P. Boeckenheuer
Edgar A. ‘Traeger
Pidden and
Rive Rege
Elgin Study Club
John Neyens
Vnetoon
Nebr
Laat Wandarg
Alden
Tabitha Society
Baptist Church
Howard
C. E
Lindbergh
Halverson
Paulson Place
Woman's Republican Club
Supt. Carter
County Legion Meeting
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