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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1915
Page
5
A persuasive church exhortation urges fathers to attend with their sons to set a lasting example. It argues a boy imitates his father and questions absent participation, which shapes his future view of church. The message stresses family influence over community trends and moral guidance.
The passage argues that advertising is not inherently costly but fails due to weak copy and lack of effort. It blames the advertiser for poor ads and shop conditions, noting dirty goods, dusty shelves, and a glum boss deter buyers. It emphasizes decisive effort rather than high spending.
A comical stage show titled Henpecked Henry plays Thursday October 14 at the opera house. The performance promises a lively plot with constant amusing situations and a chorus of the season.
A ladies event invites the community to a Friday social at Town Hall with box and basket entries and ribbon bows. Entertainment is planned and the event is hosted by the Ladies Aid Society. The note urges fall cleanup to improve health and reduce flies and sickness as cooler weather returns.
Miss Keith Mrnst returns from Omro Wisconsin while Mrs L G Ainsworth plans winter stay with son W Z Ainsworth. Henry Connor party visits Sioux City as Royden Vanawite joins them. Anton Buria sells Palace Moat Market to C Coop Cagey Iowa. Mr Barta to take possession October 16. Musser family to winter in Long Beach leaving November 1. WR Blakesley of Waukesha visits, promoting Burning Bush holiness work after years away.
Miss Lillian Grover leaves for Davenport to study at Saint Katharine's. H FP Shipton aids his son Frank and wife at their new home in Waucoma. Dan McGarry, former Clermont boy now in Rockwell, visits after thirty years. Parents once owned the current Nelson property. Clermont teachers strive to make the Institute a success with full effort and care.
Corn has been coming in steadily all week and is much better than the first week of operation. On Tuesday over eighty large loads passed the weigh platform while machinery kept busy packing corn for Elgin orders. Weather has been favorable with no frost and fields undamaged.
Rain could not dampen spirits as Rally Day drew a larger attendance than expected. Plans are set for weekly Sunday rallies with Sunday School at 9 45 a m and sermons at 11 a m and 8 p m after a 7 30 p m program. Thursday prayer meetings continue. The German Baptist Missionary Society met at Mrs Myrtle Muehlenthaler’s home in honor of Grandmse Muehlenthaler. Wires were down after a high wind and a guard was posted until repair crews arrived. Townsfolk trimmed trees and remodeling underway at the Muchlethaler building for a modern moving picture hall. R W Muehlenthaler aims to present Elgin’s best in cinema once his room is ready. Local shipments bring crates of delicious strawberries from Center Point.
Miss Suzanne Gardner of Williams failed to appear for gospel singing at the Methodist church Sunday evening because of stormy weather. The choir led a large, happy song service with a special number well received. The crowd showed appreciation and the choir plans music for upcoming dedication services. Next Sunday worship at 10 00 AM and Sunday school at 11 00 AM.
A meeting will be held at the Illyria church next Sunday afternoon at 2 30 to vote for a pastor. Everyone interested is expected to attend.
Ownership and management statement for Elgin Iowa weekly dated October 1 1918 lists F W Hughes as editor managing editor and publisher with ownership by F W Hughes and B W Hughes. No other stockholders or security holders exist. Notary Samuel Musby certifies on October 1 1916 in Fayette County Iowa with commission expiration in 1918.
Minnesota bakers see lower flour prices with 011 wheat at 1.75 per pound. Premium 1.60 Crystal Patent and Pioneer at 1.40 to 1.60, with ten cents off in four lots. Wise Bros report the market shift affecting bakers and retailers.
Elgin Iowa council met in regular session with Mayor Benson presiding. Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bills read and allowed including John Falk $80 marshal fees to April 1 1916 and heating plant purchase authorized. council adjourned.
The Thy Ladies' Aid Society will meet with Mrs. Wm. Vinton Sr. next Thursday afternoon October 14. The president urges every member to attend this very important meeting.
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