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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1923
Page
5
A former International Harvest official notes that farm machinery and automobile metals share steel iron and hard wood. He argues rising material costs and competitive bids push up prices for both sectors. Automobiles may be priced higher due to luxury status, while farm machinery faces government oversight yet still costs more as workers’ wages rise.
The official board unanimously approved appointments across Fayette county and nearby areas. Names include WIL Kirwin as Dubuque district superintendent with Fayette residence, Clyde BE Baker, Randalia Maynard J. W. Atkine, Weat Unton W. L. Alexander, Hawkeye Alpha G. C. Nothdurst, and others. Additional near-county postings and well known ministers listed with towns such as Balle Plaine G. J. Chalke Traer A. M. Billingsley Orbsha R. B Falk Calamus G. L. Heiserman Clinton Flint Church H. C. Culver Gilman Q. D. Gaide Springville F. G. Young Greene W. B. Butler Hampton W. G. Crowder Plymouth William albreth, Ossian Castalla John DeLong, Waukon John Gammons, Sumner W. H. Mitchell, East Dubuque F. C. Hillman.
Iowa led the butter division at the World's Dairy Congress in Syracuse New York securing multiple prizes. Clayton county topped Iowa in fresh butter, Otto Wager of Strawberry Point won first, Fayette county placed second in cold storage with A H Bentz of Maynard second overall. Iowa swept the fresh butter class with a Minnesota entrant third, and all three cold storage prizes also went to Iowa. Other prize winners included Watson Shick Lone Rock John Hangen Coulter and A P Anderson Graettinger. T Hall a long time resident of West Union died yesterday afternoon at about seventy five.
W Rothlisberger writes from Bargent Nebraska on October 2, 1923 detailing travels from home to Le Mara and Greeley then Sargent and Loup City. He describes rough hills rutted roads after heavy summer rains, a Western fair with broncho busting, a visit to Cheese Canyon and Lake Dallas, and ongoing rain while planning a return trip.
The Iowa Federation of Women’s Clubs district meeting comes to Mason City on October 16 and 17. Events include a dinner ball at Hotel Hanford and a three act play Abba San of Old Japan. Notables like Mrs Henry Taylor and Mrs John Fox Lake are slated speakers with Mrs Wm Larrabee presiding.
The report lists cash on hand at 370.82 and year receipts 636.72 from dues, food salon, suppers, bazaar work, and other activities. It shows total income and a balance on hand of 363.50 as of October 1, 1923. Mrs. F R Berg is secretary and Mrs. Al Schori is treasurer. The final line offers an unrelated aphorism about marriages and partnerships ending when partners take others.
A party led by Tohn Berndt and including N. W. Evans H. W. Falk and Louila Klingman traveled to Dubuque in a Jewett car Monday afternoon. After passing Dyersville they sideswiped a oncoming vehicle in a head on crash, leaving the Berndt car damaged and the other car unable to proceed. They reached Dubuque for repairs then returned home Tuesday evening, all a bit shaken and planning potential legal action.
J A Erickson and two children plus Amon Erickson were rear ended near Weston while returning home from Clermont. Mrs Erickson sustained facial cuts requiring stitches. Amon had arm and shoulder bruises. others uninjured. The fleeing driver, John Dray, was found intoxicated after hitting a bank and was arrested. He carried over $600 in cash and checks.
The Waukon Baseball Association reports a financial edge of about $500, to be shared among players after taxes. Uncle Sam collected nearly $250 for revenue and $40 in fines under income tax provisions, funds the club did not anticipate paying. Nearby Lansing clubs face similar contributions to the government.
Representatives from foreign countries at Waterloo attended the Dairy Cattle Congress despite rain and mud. They observed the Dunkard mode of living in Orange township, Black Hawk county, content with no constable, no jail, or feuds. The Decorah Republican notes Donald Dean and family returning to Digest from Rochester, Minnesota.
Rey and Mrs Butler escaped serious harm returning from a meeting in Matson while driving a Chevrolet coupe near Central City. A locomotive passed close, a culvert struck the wheel, the top scraped against passing cars, yet the couple suffered only bruises and a shaken temperament after repairs.
The Wadena Presbyterian congregation will purchase riverfront lots from P C Aeschuman, 195 by 117 feet, for a church with a 48 by 48 basement plan. Construction this fall includes terraces, grading, and riverfront improvements, led by committee chair P C Rosehiman and members August Oldether, Bert Frey, W F Jones, Bigier, Will Mattocks, and Glenn Richards.
A Hampton Recorder note mocks a boast about getting something for nothing. It invites readers to attend church on Sunday to hear singing meet friendly people and view new millinery, claiming the collection plate goes unnoticed and promising a verdial invitation to return.
A scrubwoman absent several days returns to work. When questioned about her absence she explains she has been caring for a sick child. The employer inquires how many children she has. She replies four by the third wife of his second husband and three by the second wife of his first.
A Baptist church notes revival services every night at 8 except Saturday, with Sunday at 10. Rev. John F. Othor arrived in Portville last Wednesday at 7:45 after an eight hour train delay due to a wreck near Algona. Cottage prayer meet at 9:30 to 10. Next Sunday plan to meet at Sumner in the afternoon.
Beamer Tire Shop in West Union offers auto top and side curtain repair and radiator work with tops installed. Waterloo visitors Mrs. Frank Greenley and Mrs. Bertha Mealey traveled Thursday to the Weibul eur. Mrs. Capper planned a Decorah visit Monday to Greanley home.
Dairy products and milk lead growth in consumption and value, with California alone earning 97 million dollars from dairy goods in 1922. States like New York Wisconsin and Minnesota show dairy expansion far beyond present levels, underscoring dairy as a stable income stream and a reliable market for farmers.
Dr Frank Crane extols Town as the ideal American state praising its simplicity and unity. He lauds frequent chautauquas across Iowa and argues the state mirrors old New England while welcoming immigrants. He mocks massachusetts and eastern cities while praising western vitality and national character.
Severe flooding from Indian Creek wrecked the Christian Home Orphanage on September 28 29 washing mud water and debris into basements and heating tunnels. Food supplies were ruined and total losses estimated at 25000 dollars prompting immediate appeals for donations to aid the institution.
Northeastern Town Power Co plans a new high line from Sumner to the Clermont plant. The project aims to improve service quality for Sumner residents and support the region's growing demand.
Elsin High’s football team opened before home fans last Saturday in a solid exhibition against West Union. The Purple and White rallied after a 10-0 halftime deficit, scoring late in the third on a Conner sneak to close the gap. Despite green moments, the locals showed resolve with Klingman and Conner sparking drives, while West Union’s Farrell Schatz and a strong line kept the pressure. The game ended 6 to 10 with Elsin improving and preparing for Fayette High and Arlington High next, as fans and officials noted the calmer, more disciplined play.
At the Waterloo dairy congress last week, 206 butter makers from across the states competed. Town Butter Wing won first prize and took third place with competitors Henry Hatacn of Grach tinger and K P Conway of Ventura, while Gua Knudsen of Act strong Minnesota tied for a high score.
Park officials in Atkinson acquire a ten acre tract previously leased as a community park. The property changed hands for 2000 dollars with most funds reportedly allocated to Fort Atkinson entities. The deal secures public access and ongoing use for local tours and recreation.
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