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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1932
Page
1
The article advises Echo subscribers to notify the subscription department promptly of address changes. Under new postal laws newspapers must pay postage due for notices of address changes provided by the post office. It notes delays in delivery and suggests sending address changes in advance.
A Portales Valley News editorial urges merchants to stay ready for a prosperity rebound. It cautions against gloom, urges local shopping, discipline in advertising, and avoiding transient bargain seekers while keeping trade with trusted local merchants.
The Culver Citizen argues beauty and cleanliness are strong town assets as cities grow more attractive. It notes wider streets larger lawns trees and harmonious architecture draw residents tourists and trade, urging authorities and citizens to improve appearances. The column ends with a light aside about a husband and wife and a car.
Dr A R Laner of Iowa State College presents statistics for the American Legion State Highway Safety Council arguing air travel is currently safer than driving. He notes aircraft reach high efficiency and most car accidents stem from non mechanical causes, urging readers to consider their own driving habits and seek further safety information.
I bear the torch that enlightens the world and feed the flame of genius. From shadows of the past I bear wisdom, forging progress and culture. The school is my workshop where ambition stirs and opportunities open, banishing ignorance and fostering democracy.
A subscriber pressed the office over weekly county assistance payments, urging itemized lists so taxpayers know who receives aid. Complaints allege some recipients may be unworthy, prompting demand for transparency and public accountability.
A critique of politicians who push higher taxes on key industries to fix unemployment argues prosperity from industry creates jobs, not punitive taxation. The piece warns life is a one-way street and urges recognition of productive industry as the path to work.
Southeast Missouri pays tribute to Alden Pinney editor of Benton Democrat civic leader in Scott county and a longtime promoter of community projects The tribute notes his role in building the Benton Community House founding and leading the Lions Club as well as organizing neighboring communities The piece ends with news of his road to recovery from a serious auto accident and the hope that friends in Elgin will read of his status
Clermont yard shipped 160000 bricks for Cedar Rapids round house and another lot for Decorah addition. Boilermaker helpers hired at Octwein shops earned $2.00 a day, redressing recent $1.75. Drowning scare on Turkey river as Lee Smith fell from bike near bridge but waded out downstream. Florence DeSart aided. Marriage of Ida Schott to Mr. Cooley noted in Clarion county. Country dance for George Meyer and Celia Bummgsitzer. Wealther, travels, and local business updates feature this week, plus school staff list and frost damage to crops.
Rev. Hack resigns as pastor of the Baptist church. Rev. Stoeckman of Sheboygan Wisconsin will assume the pastorate on December 1. Jennie Anderson of the intermediate room and Ann Baldwin of the primary are noted in connection with the change.
Mrs Mabel Schatz won the 1982 city golf championship in a final with Mrs John E Rush. She also was champion last year, matching the top local men’s players in strength. Lorenz E Schatz had won the West Union local men’s championship for two years running, a noted coincidence for husband and wife winning consecutive local titles.
The Grand Champion Holstein cow at the Iowa State Fair led Fayette county’s herd from first place in the aged cow class to senior and finally grand champion over the junior champion owned by Pau Stewart. Arbe Schroeder of Clermont owned the aged cow, a former club heifer first at West Union in 1825. Echo readers learn of local ties as Edna Miller of Clermont recalls a Monday visit with Machel Rennison. local social notes mention the Commermuth family and the Loa Martie home visit, while Mrs. Carl Schori recovers from a recent illness. An ad notes oil burning Perfection circulating heaters as an option for heating needs.
Mr and Mrs Enos Howard thank friends and Boéla l House Club members for flowers and greetings that enhanced their golden wedding anniversary. Lydia Dennler and Lydia Martie returned home after three weeks at Rose Garber’s while employed at Elgin canning factory.
The Fayette County Fair will show a deficit of about 500 dollars this year as the state fair reportedly exhibits a 75 000 dollar shortfall. Other fairs statewide report the same trend with low midway and concession spending, leaving organizers disappointed.
A portrait of Iowa highlighting its fertile plains, diverse industry, and cultural heritage. From Keokuk to Ames and Iowa City, the piece celebrates agriculture, education, and notable natives like Hoover and Buffalo Bill, inviting readers to explore Iowa’s parks, towns, and welcoming spirit. It links soil, science, and literature to the state’s enduring appeal.
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