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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1909
Page
7
Elegant Pattern Tailored and Dress Hats featured by Grirrra Millinery in West Union Iowa. The ad urges shoppers to view the new collection before buying, highlighting artistry and quality in headwear.
Dr W M Baker proclaims dedication to eye care stating 80 percent of headaches stem from eye strain. He offers properly fitting glasses to relieve strain and improve vision. He notes 16 years serving Fayette County and invites consultations for tired eyes weak vision or headaches.
Peter Johnson and men of Decorah work on plumbing for Elias Benson. Frank Kimball recovers from a sprained ankle suffered playing ball and is mobile in his restaurant. Mrs. Paul Paulson and Mrs. Julius Hexom visit from Madison South Dakota at B Nelsons. Miss Clara Nelson returns home after clerking in Capper store. Lehman and Son feature a Remington Arms hunting scene window. Chas Smith visits from St Paul, plans to resume UW mail clerk duties.
Local items include a move to rent a gymnasium by Hawkeye youth, a centennial celebration note from St. Louis, wedding returns of Charley Strong, and regional visits. Reports cover large potatoes, a St. Anthony fire loss, religious talks, and community notices from Elgin and surrounding towns with personnel changes, appointments, and forthcoming events.
News brief notes that Millien & Sons in Clermont, Iowa offers opportunities at the Clermont Power Plant and promotes Holstenson's oil as a remedy for lamp troubles.
Emanuel Dolt returned from the west on Tuesday and said his travels included Lavina in Montana and other towns. He reports the west is prospering and its people are progressive, reflecting a positive outlook from his observations.
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