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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1958
Page
7
The report by Mrs. Clarence Johnson covers a Lutheran Welfare group meeting at East Clermont Speet with officers Mrs. Russell Larson and Mrs. Hoy Swenson among others. Committees listed for a Lu tefisk supper on Thursday November 13 at 4 30 with fall conference to be held at Washington Prairie Church on Friday November 7.
At the Clermont Clover Clovers 44H Club meeting on October , officers were elected. Janice Kamp became president with Carol Swenson as vice president and Mar resec as treasurer. Historian Ann Derring, reporter Bonnie Miller, and photographer Susan Tatro were also named. A come as you are party followed, and a mother daughter tea was held October 18 at the Farm Bureau building. Awards recognized the girls for record books and 4H achievements.
Myrtle Larson of Eagle Grove and Mrs Guy Larson of Ames hosted about 30 friends and relatives at East Clermont Church store for an afternoon gathering. Mrs Larson displayed color films from a Horway trip in 1966, showing grandparents' birthplaces and local cousins. Henry Kittelson's home hosted later socializing with a slide show by Norman Dahle on polished stones turned into jewelry.
Mrs Donald Cowell of Postville was the guest of honor at a pink and blue shower held Saturday afternoon at the home of Mrs John Gass. Attending were Mrs Harley Cowell of Postville Mrs Arlo Klein of Waukon Mrs M H Moore Mrs Harlo Meyer Mrs Eres Easler and Mrs Flossie Age.
Karol Jean Hyde married Paul LaVern Pinney on Saturday October 25 at West Clermont Lutheran Church. Rev John Kronlokken led a double ring ceremony attended by family from Clermont Waterloo and Cedar Rapids with a 250 guest reception afterward. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Woodrow Hyde, wore lace net over taffeta with a pearl crown and yellow chrysanthemum bouquet. groom’s brother Duane Pinney served as best man and the couple plans to live in Elgin after a short honeymoon.
At Drake University a homecoming weekend event featured JoAnn a sophomore, joined by Mrs. Nellieter Mire Moore and the L. E. Carpenter family from Indianola. Mr. Carpenter, linked with the State Department of Public Instruction in Des Moines, served as a consultant during the festivities.
The Birthday Club gathered in the neighborhood for a day aftermoon event, with residents reporting a friendly atmosphere and community welcome.
A Newer Resident urges northeast Iowa town Clermont to celebrate its valley setting and beauty. The letter calls for beautification, information booths, brochures on local history, a community theme, and more public discussion to boost growth and pride.
Cheryl Shipton says thank you to all who sent cards gifts and flowers during her hospital stay at Town City. Their kindness brightened her days and is greatly appreciated.
Sam Born and Mr and Mrs Ernie Poesan of Rapid City South Dakota announce the birth of a son born October 3 to Thom ee and the daughter of Mr and Mrs Millard Nelson Sr Mrs Nelson left Saturday to visit her sister and brother in law and her grandson in acquaintance with her one new grandson
Mrs. A E Bushell of Duluth Minnesota Mrs Harry Lucas of Rice Lake Wisconsin Lyle Bellis of Menomonee Falls Wisconsin and Mr and Mrs Charles Learn of West Union visited the homes of Mrs Ruth Starkey and Mrs A labke last Thursday in a community social that connected several area families.
Lester Lease, pastor, invites worshipers to morning service at 10 45 a m and an evening evangelistic service at 8 00 p m eight miles west of Clermont on Highway 18 welcoming all attendees.
Fr Jos A Sullivan pastor at St Peters Church. Masses Sunday at 7:00 and 9:00 am and daily services follow same schedule. Confessions from 8:00 to 9:00 pm.
The Methodist Church led by Pastor Donald T. Caspers schedules worship at 8 46 a m on Sunday with Union Sunday school at 10 00 a m and a traveling supper by the Methodist Youth Fellowship starting at 7 00 p m Also on Monday November 3 the Woman's Society of Christian Service meets at 8 00 p m.
John D. Kronlokken presides as West and East churches list choir practices, Sunday services, and Sunday school. A merger conference at Luther College auditorium targets officers and members. News notices include election day bell rings, Priscilla meet, Hast Mission Society, district pastoral conference, WMF workers conference, PTM banquet, and LWR clothing drive before Thanksgiving.
Mr and Mrs Charles DeSotos of Monona were Sunday afternoon callers in the Gerald Gutt er home.
Over 100 people attended the Super-Gro meeting at Larrabee School on Friday evening, sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Burt Tritle of Alburnett. Soil scientist Mather Retzik spoke, showing Dr. Albright's film. Art Slater of Winona, Minnesota, also spoke. Twelve attendees received door prizes.
Mrs C A Palmer and Mrs Lee Palmer hosted a miscellaneous shower at the Lee Palmer home on Tuesday October 21 for Helen Henderson. Attendees included Mrs James Henderson Oscar Reierson Bill Wede Arthur Schott Francis Wolf Franz Appelman David Appelman John Kelly Leslie Anderson Carmie Peterson Minnie Miller John Kronlokken and Miss Elizabeth Quinn.
Explorer Scouts of Post 51 attended the lone Northwestern football game at Town City on Saturday October 25. Montega District Boy Scouts of America helped usher at the game with Roger Boleyn Louis Sutter Lawrence White Ordell Kiosa and Howard Johnson among attendees. The day was chilly but the game was enjoyed by all during the trip.
The Scout meeting originally set for Tuesday October 28 is moved to Wednesday October 29 at 8:00 p.m. and will be held at the Clermont Junior High gym due to a scheduling conflict.
Mrs. Arthur Helgerson and Mrs IM H Moore co hosted a crystal shower at the MM H Moore home for Helen Henderson Thursday evening with guests including Mrs Jake Ames, John Gass, Flossie Gags, Lorranne Crowe, Evelyn Olson, Elmer Olson, Lawrence Kohls, Lenford Peterson, Canmie Peterson, Glen Nygaard, Almer Nelson, George Larson, James Henderson, Richard Wagner and Wayne Gilson.
Riverside Social Club met on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Ruth Larson as hostess. Mrs. John Yauslin led scripture reading while seven members answered roll call. Visitors included Mrs. LaVern Larson and Mrs. John Yauslin. Bingo prizes went to Medms, Almer Nelson, Clarion Olson, LaVern Larson, Louis Olson, Martin Anderson and Oliver Roland. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Howard Boyle’s home.
A letter to the editor urges Clermont to embrace growth and attract industry. It argues growth supports employment and family life, boosts estate values, and preserves the town’s heritage. The writer warns stagnation funds decline and stresses decisive action for the future.
A local piece argues that a proposed town development plan would fund public facilities and attract new businesses, benefiting stores and residents alike. It contends industry and commerce will shoulder most costs, create jobs, keep youth, and grow the town, urging readers to support progress.
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