Bogus checks sweep West Union shops in weekend spree
County authorities report two men aged locals used fourteen fraudulent checks in thirteen business houses across West Union on Saturday night. They bought groceries clothing and drugs, with one posing at a doctor then leaving without change. A heart attack scare at the county courthouse involved an elderly man named John Gray of Oelwein, who collapsed at the fountain but recovered. The October Term of the District Court Opens with naturalization hearings likely, and foreclosures totaling $56,087.77 are listed across several farms and properties in Clermont and surrounding townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Union
Court House
Johnn Gray
Oelwein
Lee
Mel Servers
Momisy
Carl W.reed
Cresco
District Court
Rose
Alma
Thundering Herd Defeated by Fayette 25 to 0
The Thundering Herd lost to Fayette 25 to 0 after a close first half. Elgin held the early lead in the first quarter but could not sustain it. Fayette scored a touchdown late in the second quarter and added three more in the second half with end runs by Johnson and Paul.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fayette
Elgin
Rims
Johnson
Paul
Postville Beats Wadena and Others in Conference Standings
Postville 24 Wadena 12 and Arlington 13 Clermont 6 Oelwein 27 Cedar Falls 0 Maynard 0 as Elgin team lists vets with positions and numbers. Standings show Wadena Arlington Clermont Fayette and Hawkeye with scattered scores and player names in a compact conference recap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postville
Wadena
Arlington
Clermont
Oelwein
Cedar | Falls
Maynard
Pe Wet
Fayette
Hawkeye
Elgin
J .D. Shaffer
W. Gilson
Olson
DeSart
P. Zurbriggen
W. Wethel
L. H. B—D. Helms
R. Steele
Quarter—L. Grether
Elgin Ladies Study Club Meets At Home
The Elgin Ladies' Study Club met Tuesday evening October 22 at Mrs C O Torkelaon's home. The program covered home problems with each member sharing her favorite salad recipe. Mrs C B Schorl spoke on My Emergency Shelf followed by Mrs F O Muchlethaler on furniture styles. The gathering closed with a reading by Mrs Max Thoma and musical numbers by Lois Lehman who was a guest.
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Elgin
C. O. Torkelaon
C. B. Schorl
F. O.'Muchlethaler
Mis
Max Thoma
Lois Lehman
Elgin Canning to Pay for Sweet Corn This Thursday
The Elgin Canning Company will begin paying for sweet corn delivered to the factory this year starting Thursday, October 24. Bring your scala tickets and present them to receive payment. The notice ends with unclear text referencing individuals and visits at a home, but the primary fact is the forthcoming payment date for corn deliveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin Canning Company
Scala
Car Plunges Into River Near Elgin Bridge
Two men from Elgin, Fuelling and Thompson, drove a Ford roadster off a bridge near St Olaf Sunday evening. The car struck the steel arch, overturned into Turkey River, and the men clung to the roof for about 15 minutes to 30 minutes before rescue by a bridge ladder. Fuelling sustained a bruised head and chest pains. Thompson, unharmed. Dr. Mack treated Fuelling at home and later. The spot is treacherous with no railing, requiring caution on the bend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Fuelling
Stener Thomp
Fuelling
Dr. Mack
Thompson
Prevent Cold Spread With Simple Everyday Habits
A list of common sense guidelines advises avoiding fatigue and exposure to illness, covering nose and mouth when sneezing, staying home when sick, washing hands before eating, not spitting, reducing cold contagion, and maintaining a diet with milk vegetables fruit and ample water.
M. E. Bazaar Set For November 9 At Town Hall
The M. E. Ladies Aid Society announce their annual bazaar will be held November 9 at the town hall to replace the church venue for convenience. A big dinner is planned with a fancy work booth and a food sale, ending with a White Elephant Sale. Donations of unwanted items are welcome, with more details to come.
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M. E. Ladies’ Aid Society
Aid Society
Former Elgin Resident Buried Here Tuesday
Mrs. George Blow died Sunday morning in Austin Minnesota where she lived with her daughter Mrs Ringdal. Her body was brought to Elgin Tuesday noon for burial in the Elgin cemetery. She had lived in Elgin years ago and once resided in the home now owned by Lew Gruver. The family no longer visits here regularly.
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George Blow
Ringdal
Austin
Minn
Elgin Cemetery
Returns From Five Months Abroad
John T. Anderson returned Thursday from Sweden after five months visiting relatives and youth friends. He left May 16 and landed in New York October 14, praising the United States as the best place to spend the rest of his days. He noted improvements in Sweden but prefers U.S. modern conveniences and comfort, mentioning a nine day sea crossing and minimal seasickness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John T. Anderson
Sweden
Hera
New York
Mr. Anderson
Hev
U.S
No Scarlet Fever in Elgin School or Town
A rumor claimed scarlet fever in Elgin with pupil exposure but health officer Dr Hadsel found no cases after three examinations in the school and town. No sickness reported by any doctors.
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Elgin
Hadsel
Falb sells Clermont meat market to Lindroth group
H W Falb sold his Clermont meat market to Arno Lindroth of Luana who will operate with J W Miller. Lindroth, who has worked at the Falb garage this summer, will take over near December first. Falb owned the market a little over a year with Miller continuing on the job with the new firm.
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H.W. Falb
Clermont
Arno Lindroth
Luana
J. W. Miller
Hog flu in hogs how to prevent and treat
Hog flu resembles a human cold and causes yearly heavy losses. Prevention includes dry beds shelter ventilation and housing during storms. Crafty or wind-blown floors raise risk. flu is not inherited and blood transfusions do not spread it. It is contagious like a human cold, with heavily fed hogs more susceptible than those not on full feed.
Olson Crandall wedding in West Union
Mabel Payine Olgan and Rudy W Crandall wed at the Burger home on October 9 with Rev. D M Parker officiating. The couple will reside in West Union where Crandall works as a barber.
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J. W. Burger
Mabel Payine Olgan
Rudy W. Crandall
West Union
Rev
D. M. Parker
Crandall
Fayette Leader
Elgin High Carnival and last home football game with Hawkeye
Elgin high school's second annual Carnival will be held in the schoolhouse Friday Nov 22 1929 with new attractions and a bigger show. The final football game of the season against Hawkeye is Friday at Short Field, a close battle expected. several school activities including shorthand, domestic science, piano overhauls, and class discussions are noted along with butter contests and a push for top Iowa butter production.
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Elgin High School
Hawkeye
Looma Up Ae
Lewis Carter
Margaret ‘Crider
Arnold Johnson
Virtus Yack
Lillian Nelson
Margie Boleyn
Idvis
Betty ‘Blyi Hong
Lois Leonhart
First Snow Grips Area on October Twenty Third
Winter arrives early with a real snow storm catching residents by surprise. The storm brings nasty weather likely to melt as ground dries, disrupting farmers as corn husking begins.
Halloween Box Social at Schneider School Program
At Schneider school district No 4 Marion township a box social and program are announced for Tuesday evening October 29. Louise Meyer is the teacher coordinating the event and invites the community to attend for a festive Hallowe'en gathering.
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Hallowe'en
Schneider School
Marion Township
Louise Meyer
Basket Social At Wander School October 24
A basket social will be held at Wander school district No 6 three miles west of Clermont on Thursday evening October 24. Program begins at eight o'clock sharp. Everyone invited. Alta E. Larson teacher.
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Clermont
Alta E. Larson
Basket Social At Olson School District No 8
A basket social is scheduled at Olson school district No 8 in Grand Meadow township on Wednesday evening October 30. Ladies are asked to bring baskets. Hulds Berg, teacher.
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Olson
Grand Meadow Township
Hulds Berg
Kennedy road gang reshapes creamery hill road
After seven days of work the Kennedy road gang has altered the creamery hill route. The road will run nearly straight south from the bridge, removing sharp curves, and bringing the grade closer to a 6 percent incline. True friendship overcomes many prejudices.
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Kennedy Road
Creamery Hill
Halloween Supper And Program At M E Church
Wednesday night October 20 at 6 oclock the M E church will host a Sun day school sponsored supper with cafeteria style dishes including most balls escalloped potatoes cabbage salad baked beans fruit salad cake hot rolls and coffee. A free program follows the supper.
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M. E
Brackin School Hosts Play and Basket Social Friday
A play and basket social will be held at Brackin school on Friday October 26. Zoe Smith, teacher, leads the event to benefit student activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Brackin School
Zoe Smith
Basket Social at Groth School District No 3
A basket social and program will be held at Groth school district No 3 on Friday evening October 26. Julia Wettleson is the teacher.
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Groth School
Julia Wettleson
Postville Clinic Set for Tuesday Forenoon
The eye ear nose and throat clinic at Postville hospital will be held Tuesday forenoon October 29. Adv. Use our wants ads for quick results.
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Postville Hospital
Farm Bureau Meeting at Elgin School Gym
The Farm Bureau invites members to a meeting Tuesday evening October 29 at 8 o clock in the Elgin school gym. The program includes piano solos readings and selections by local artists. Refreshments will be served for a small charge. A warning note from director Theo Loftagard condemns damage to the district No 8 Marion township schoolhouse and promises enforcement of penalties.
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Farm Bureau
Elgin
Leo Grether
Hugo Hackman
John Larson
Clarence Kohls
Karl
Miller
Clifford Kittelson
Lodwick
Marion Township
Theo. T. Loftagard
Upper Iowa Homecoming Week kicks off with Mollusc play
Upper Iowa University's homecoming begins tomorrow at 8 PM with the university players presenting The Mollusc. Saturday features class stunts and a parade in the morning and a football game in the afternoon. The event closes Friday morning with Convocation and an address by Rev. CG Hillis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upper Iowa University
University
Rey
CG. E. Hillis
Card of Thanks for Kindness During Bereavement
A bereaved family expresses sincere appreciation for acts of kindness shown after the loss of their son and brother, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Reusser Sr and family. News items requested.
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Fred Reusser
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George E. Carley
Sting
FALB
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Elgin School News
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Towa Buttermakers Association
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