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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1943
Page
1
A fragmented weekly release critiques Iowa liquor policies noting Illinois private stores remain well stocked under rationing. It questions state claims on liquor supply timelines and highlights public curiosity about treasury disclosures and other budget details amid ongoing debates.
The administration boasts 54 million on hand though much is already earmarked. Camp Dodge uses 240 shoe sizes from 3A to 15EEEE while the WAC center at Fort Des Moines holds 140 sizes from 21/2A to 13AA. Women prefer smaller sizes, yet larger fits are required after a month. A garden club drive and post improvements are urged with shrubs and nursery stock solicited from Iowa groups. Eleanor B. Hickenlooper is noted for frequent campaigning as he tours Des Moines area
At the Fayette county fair 4 H Beef Calf club sale Eugene Wenger took junior champion reserve Shorthorn, Otts Rothlisbenger paid 18.25 per hundredweight for the animal, Rath's bought the grand championship for 18.00. Bids ranged 13.25 to 17 with an average near 15 dollars.
The Third War Loan drive will begin September 9 with J Baumgartner as chair and a meeting led by J F Miller. Plans call for a September drive lasting about a week, targeting Pleasant Valley Elgin Clermont township and Clermont with a $40,000 bond subscription goal. A public briefing next Wednesday will explain drive mechanics followed by a band concert in Elgin Park and remarks by Atty W H Antes.
The second half of taxes becomes due by the end of September and taxpayers are urged to pay early to avoid delays after September first. Bank payments, already increased for efficiency, will be continued and receipts will be mailed after the county treasurer receives the remittance.
The Echo previews an Army hospital care article detailing how wounded soldiers are treated and supported. It notes the piece could not be included this week and will appear in a future issue for parents seeking insight into wartime medical care.
The Elgin Campfire Girls sold 1,620 pounds of paper on Tuesday and 5,840 pounds during August, all from locally collected waste paper.
The Elgin O E S will meet in regular session next Wednesday evening September 8. All members are urged to attend.
Eldora’s famed citizen Hon John C Crockett United States Senate reading clerk under seven presidents is back for summer vacation. Friends urge a Washington experiences book but he resists. Arthur Chapman will assist with Income Tax Estimate blanks at Elgin State Bank all day Saturday Sept 4 due Sept 15.
Lieut Harold R Weibel writes from Robins Field Georgia that he is in charge as instructor at Airborne Radar School with assistants and many students including eighteen Chinese learners. Sailors and soldiers report moves, leaves, and new addresses across Farragut Idaho Concord Massachusetts Norfolk Virginia Camp Kohler California Camp Scott Idaho and San Pedro California as service members adapt to wartime duties and schooling.
Wayne Shipton has received a promotion to first class petty officer, according to word sent by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Shipton. The notice appears in local columns and notes the merit of the sailor.
Two Elgin organizations resume activity in September after a summer break. The Community Club plans its first fall meeting on Monday evening September 13, with the location to be announced next week. The Masonic lodge will hold its first meeting on Tuesday evening September 14.
The Elgin Canning Co. faces a peak week as corn maturities flood the plant. The middle warehouse fills, the south warehouse to follow, and government purchases may take about a third of the pack. Over 1,025 loads have been scaled with steady arrivals and strong yields delivering profitable cash crop prospects.
The Echo marks its fifty third year in publication while noting the rapid passing of time. The writer reflects on past anniversaries, wartime difficulties, and hope for the end of the war followed by readjustment periods as they look ahead to the future.
John V. Duff sold his 90 acre farm to J. J. Shea and will give possession March first. He previously sold a portion of eighty acres about two years ago. Duff arranged advertising for a closing out sale in October to dispose of all items except household goods.
Illyria Booth placed first in the township booths at the county fair. The booth featured a bold nameplate reading ILLYRIA in large letters crafted from half eggshells and real feathers on two roosters. Carrots formed the birds as jegs and bill details, with cox-comb flowers shaping the combs for the display's vivid centerpiece.
The state conservation commission approved Spirit Lake area purchase of the Abbie Gardner Sharp cabin. It was the Gardner family pioneer home during the Spirit Lake massacre. Seven thousand dollars was appropriated by the last legislature to buy the site from heirs.
The Elgin Public Schools plan to open next Monday morning Sept 1 with registration and book listings. Classes start Tuesday as two school buses may require rerouting and possible private cars to handle crowding. Supervisor S W Christian schedules a Monday teachers meeting and Eva Mae Friesden joins as substitute teacher after Vida Burington resigns for Marines Auxiliary.
Farm youths from Illyria club excel in the Baby Bear class with Eugene Wenger chairing grand champion Angus steer and reserve Shorthorn. Myrton Strong wins first prize Hereford, while Shorthorn placings include Lowell Gehring Eugene Wenger and others from the Illyria club in multiple blue and red ribbons.
Postville’s Big 4 Fair begins tomorrow September 4 and runs into Monday evening. Ses Durdick promises a full line of exhibits and a solid program of acts on the platform plus several ball games. The fair draws strong attendance from Elgin and Clersmont regions and is advertised in today’s columns.
Mr and Mrs Geo Butikofer who had tenanted the John Reitz estate for seven years have purchased the farm and will take possession March 1. The 135 acre property lies east of Kern Hill school. Visitors in the Chris Wenger home included Mrs Harry Becker Mrs Joe Becker and baby and Mrs R Schupanitz of Clermont.
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