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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1967
Page
7
Fire department responded Thursday to a blaze at Reuben Butikofer s farm where a car parked near a barn engine running ignited. Firefighters extinguished the flames in minutes, but the car was a total loss with all interior destroyed and windows shattered. No buildings were damaged.
The Clermont Historical Society gathered Tuesday evening October 3 at the Masonic Temple. President Mrs Lucian Appelman led a meeting that approved minutes and read correspondence from Allen F Schirmes and Lenore Simpson. Committees were formed to sell ads, plan a wartime fundraiser, arrange historical plates and postcards, and prepare a future booklet. A slide show of the British Isles followed, and Gordon S Olson left for Norfolk after a week’s leave with his parents.
Fay Gruver, a railroad express clerk and WWI veteran, died Sunday September 10. Services were held Tuesday at Forest Hill Cemetery in Birmingham. He was son of Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Gruver of Cedar Rapids and a member of the Brotherhood of Railway and Steamship Clerks and the American Legion. Survivors include his widow Ellanora Grover and several cousins in the Clermont Elgin area where he spent summers with relatives Henry McMillan Sr and B. C. Gruver.
The Town and Country Club of the IFCW met Monday evening October 2 at Mrs. Swenson’s home. Topics were assigned for roll call. Mrs. Nelson led devotions. Delegates to the Manchester convention were elected, and a note noted selling Town Notes again.
Brownie Troop 351 met October 2 at the Legion hall with assistant leader Mrs Dennis Yandee. The group recited the Flag Pledge and Brownie Promise. Parent permission sheets were given for the October 16 Girl Scout Fire Prevention Movie in West Union. Games and lunch were provided by the leader.
The yearly Scouting highlight on Thursday September 28 and 29 honored nine Brownies Rochelle Amundson Becky Becker Kathy Gass Debra Kohls Michele Langing Julie Lerch Pamela Mabb Lori Meier and Mary Schott. They moved to Jr. Girl Scouts earning the Jr. Scout Pin World Association Pin and performing the Girl Scout Sign and Handshake.
The Birthday Club met on Thursday at Mrs. Buelah Lubke s home to celebrate belated birthdays for Mrs. Esther Erickson Mrs. Elmer Olson and Mrs. Ruth Starkey. Take away bingo was played and a picnic lunch served.
The Clermont study club met Tuesday afternoon at the home of Miss Andine Vasby with twelve members present. Mrs. Lucian Appelman spoke on Conservation and showcased pictures of historic homes statewide. A short business meeting followed. officers were elected as delegates to the District IFWC fall conference in Manchester on October 1 with alternates named. The president urged strong attendance and noted the IFWC Scholarship and Loan Fund needs larger support to continue serving. the meeting ended with a club collect and hostesses provided refreshments.
About forty West Clermont Luther League members and sponsors traveled by truck to Duttons on Sunday evening. They left the church at 7 45 and hiked trails at the park before a camp fire initiation for freshmen Burton Appelman Kathleen Gunderson Susan Nelson Wendy Lerch and East Clermont guests David Cooley and Albert Hanson. A social hour and wiener roast followed then a final camp fire before departing.
Louise Miller expresses deep gratitude for the thoughtful birthday wishes and kindness shown by friends. She thanks everyone for making her day special and memorable.
West Clermont ALCW met in the church auditorium with Bath Circle as hostess. After opening hymns and devotions by Pastor Johnson, reports were read along with a letter of appreciation. Nominating committee listed Mrs Eugene Butikofer for secretary and Mrs Galen Mack for treasurer, both elected for two years.
East Clermont ALCW met at the church parlors on October 5 with hostesses. Pastor Clarence Johnson led Bible study "He Is The True Vine" and Mrs Arthur Helgeson led "He Is The Lord of the Church." Officers elected included Mrs Arthur Helgerson vice president and Mrs Oliver Larson secretary treasurer. The group noted the 450th year of the Reformation and viewed slides of East Germany. A gift wall mirror was received from Mr and Mrs Donald Lamborn. The Deboraki workshop was announced for Oct 23 at Glenwood Lutheran Church. A clothing collection in November will aid Asia, with blankets and children's clothing requested. Birthday offerings were listed for several members and a birthday card was sent to Rev Richard Nelson in Hokksado, Japan. Prayer closed the meeting.
St Peters Catholic Church posts weekly mass times including Monday to Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. Thursday mass at 8:30 a.m. Evening singing practice at 8 p.m. Wednesday CCD classes for high school from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday grade school CCD at 8:30 a.m. Sunday sung liturgy at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
East Clermont hosts confirmations on October 14 and 15 with Sunday School and worship services. Luther League and Circle meetings happen midweek at various homes. West Clermont lists worship, Sunday School, and multiple Circle gatherings midweek along with Jr Choir practice and Bethel.
Francis Wolf underwent his third surgery at Scheltz on Saturday and is much improved. Mrs. Dale Seitz and David visited Town City on Tuesday for a check-up. David will wear braces for three more months.
Franz Appelman expresses gratitude to friends for wards and visits during his stay at the Veteran's Hospital in Iowa City. He thanks them for their thoughtfulness and support.
A sincere thanks goes to prayers, cards, food, visits, and help received at Scholtz Hospital in Waterloo. Special gratitude to Father Zee and Father Vernon Peters for their prayers and visits. Appreciation extended to the Scholtz staff and all who helped. Mr and Mrs Francis Wolt and family.
The Tre Ore IFWC met at Mrs. Clarence Buckdasher’s home on Monday October 2. Mrs. Gass led the program with guest speaker Ernest Hilgemann on estate planning. The group discussed district convention October 18 and a club tour October 7 to Dubuque.
Ruth Olson has been named the Clermont Enterprise correspondent. Residents should call 423-7254 with news or ads. A front porch copy box is provided for messages when she is away.
Mrs. Ruth Schott thanks friends and relatives for cards and gifts received during her stay at Postville Community Hospital.
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