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Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 10, 1953

Page

2

Clothes for the Small Set Growth Features and Care

A guide from Iowa State College extension expert Lucile Rea explains fabrics and finishes for children's wear. It highlights Orlon nylon blends, pylon, and synthetics like denims and corduroys with crease resistant finishes, plus care tips and growth features such as elastic waists and adjustable straps.

Orion Pylon Dacron Iowa State College Extension Lucile Rea Fran

Habits Are Seldom Taught by Force

A discussion argues that lasting habits in children rely on positive reinforcement and consistent practice rather than harsh punishment. It cites examples from daily life, noting that approval and pleasant associations prompt better cooperation, while force fosters resistance and fear.

Hin Atten

Dissolution notice and community notices from 1853

Notice of a corporation dissolution dated August 1 1853 with signatures of secretary Brecknee and others. Includes attendance, guest list, and personal notes about local residents and events such as birthdays and weekend visits. Contains multiple unreadable fragments and names.

Seren Stonkholders of San

Boy Swallows Ball In Tangled Throat Near Mancheewr

Douglas Henderson aged 13 months from Mancheewr swallowed a small rubber ball. It lodged in his throat for several minutes before passing into the stomach. Doctors advised calm. Sheriff Hodgson noted a vacancy sign at Hardin county jail in a decade first.

Douglas Henderson Mancheewr Paul Hodgson Hardin County

Flanagan Waters, Gilpertson Highlight Local Cars

Orville Laure Corbi and We gene feature in a short local notices section listing names Hilda and Gilpertson and a Chevrolet two door among entries. Eight Fpear etc.

Flanagan Watlens Pis- Stiear Hilda Gilpertson Orville Laure Corbi Chevrolet

Edwards 87 Dies at Home in Oehwein September 2

Joan S Edwards, 87, died at his home in Oehwein on Wednesday September 2. A former machinist with Chicago Great Western, he was born July 2 1866 in England. Survivors include his widow four sons George of Welout Creek California and Fred two other sons. He served as former chairman of Fayette County Republican Central Committee and was well known across the county.

Joan S. Edwards Oehwein Chicago Great Western England Sor George Welout Creek Calif Orother Fred Freesport Edwarde Fayette County Republican Central Committee

Volga student hurt on school totter. study club meets

Mavureen Radloff sustained a cracked shoulder blade after a fall from a secter totter at Volga school Monday. The Volga Study Club held its first meeting of the year Tuesday evening September 4 at the school house. Cards of thanks were read from Mrs Fay and Mrs Jones for farewell gifts and from John Whittembaugh for his graduation award. Mrs Jones resignation was accepted with regret. Delegates for a district meeting at Independence were Jean Orr and Loretta Duff with Blanche Jennings and Thressa Robinson as alternates.

Study Club Volga

Pro Am Plan Prompts Iowa Set Aside Debate

A readable fragment urges action on an expanded pro am plan with year round vesting and set aside for various months. It notes June set aside and additional provisions, urging attendance at a local meeting to voice support. The text appeals to consumers and calls for timely participation.

Iowa

Seed and crop studies spark state farming research

Town farmers express interest in seed ideas to improve corn crops. Fours Shire College researchers conduct studies on related practices. Second-brood remover moths have passed through the state. New plastic upholstery fabrics show durable textures and patterns.

Fours Shire College

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