Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Hardin County Index in Eldora, Iowa

We have 14,353,121 pages in Iowa

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Hardin County Index

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1952

Page

4

D A R Chapter Closes Year and Installs New Slate

The D A R chapter met with 17 members in Mrs Parker Davis’s home to close the year and install officers. Beth Beecher joined the National Society of Children of the American Revolution. A candlelight memorial honored Nellie Hudson and a grave marker was placed May 13 at Buckner cemetery. Officers elected: Regent Eldon McVeety, vice regent Leota Hardy, secretary May B Cobb, treasurer Clelia Finster, registrar Robert Johnson, historian Howell Boyd Sr., chaplain J L Cameron, board Lloyd Beecher and Henry E Wheeler retiring regent. Eldora Open Fire Chapter ends year with 30 members and active civic work including Red Cross Mobile projects led by Mrs Eastman Nuckolls. Mrs Beecher named North Central director for two years by State Regent George Owings. Regent Wheeler reports two year presence on state honor roll.

Parker Davis Lloyd Beecher Beth National Society of Children of the American Revolution Nellie Hudson Buckner Eldon McVeety Leota Hardy May B. Cobb Clelia Finster Robert Johnson Howell Boyd, Sr J. L. Cameron Henry North Central George Owings Marshalltown Henry E. Wheeler Eldora

American Home One Has Co op Luncheon

The American Home Division I met Tuesday at Pine Lake Lodge for a 1 pm potluck luncheon with 23 members present. After a short business meeting the retiring president Mrs. Stanley Collins turnover to new president Mrs. Robert Dorns bach.

Division I Pine Lake Lodge Stanley Collins Robert’ Dornsbach C. W. Cote Dick Pulse C. W. Haase L. L. Scott Birney Jackson Stanley Collings W. M. Miller

Cub Scouts Plan Picnic Thursday

The Eldora Cub Scouts will hold a potluck dinner next Thursday May 29 at 6 00 p m at the City Park north side. The boys will demonstrate feats of strength and all parents are urged to attend. This will be the final meeting of the year.

Eldora North Side

Miller Brothers To Receive Degrees At Drake

Among Drake University's 400 spring graduates Dale R. Miller will earn a BS in education and Glenn J. Miller a Master of Music education. The 9:30 a.m. ceremony May 26 is at University Christian Church in Des Moines. Also noted is a local Baptist conference attendance by church deacons Joe, George O’Bryan, Harold Perkins, Wm. Fisher, Wayne Bartholomew and George Shafer in Des Moines Tuesday night.

Drake University Des Moines Dale R. Miller Glenn J. Miller University Christian Church Name Joe George O'Bryan Harold Perkins Wm. Fisher Wayne Bartholomew George Shafer General Association of Regular Baptist Churches

Bride Elect Marie Evelyne Vigars to Wed John Scott

June bride elect Marie Evelyne Vigars, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Vigars, announced to wed John Scott, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Scott of Sioux Rapids. They are Iowa State College graduates and will marry June 15.

Peggy Schlampp Honored With Saturday Buffet Shower

Miss Peggy Schlampp was honored Saturday at a 1 o'clock buffet luncheon hosted by Mrs. R. R. Bateson with Mrs. Harry DeBaggio and Mrs. L. F. Wolcott assisting. Twenty four guests attended the miscellaneous shower for the June bride to be. A white bridal book of poetry was presented, and gifts were opened with hostesses assisting.

Peggy Schlampp R. R. Bateson Harry DeBaggio L. F. Wolcott Robert Broer Dick Protheroe Peggy

Community Club Schedules May Meetings and Events

Read list of upcoming activities across May including Advanced First Aid in study hall on Friday May 23, Needlecraft Club led by Mrs. W. H. McDonald, Mother Cabrini Study Club picnic May 26, and multiple group picnics and meetings for Rebekah San Souci N. T. T. Club Burns Child's Study Club and various W. S. C. S. groups. Cemetery Society events and Pine Lake Country Club dinner-dance on May 29 feature Mr. and Mrs. Janssen, Dr. and Mrs. Burke, and other local residents.

W. H. McDonald Rebekah San Souci Helen Roupe N. T. T. Club Robi. Burns Child’s Study Club Wm. Vigars

Open House for Huehn Fiftieth Wedding Anniversary

Mr and Mrs Gustav Huehn celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary with an open house Sunday May 25 from two to five o clock at the First Methodist Church Eldora. Attending are their five children Kermith Huehn Eldora Selma Taylor Seattle WA Arlene Neubaudt Seattle WA Tolletta Licht Spokane WA and Verena Huehn Washington DC.

Gustav Huehn First Methodist Church Eldora Huehn Kermith Huehn Ralph Selma) Taylor Seattle Wash Harold Arlene) Neubaudt Leonard (Tolletta

Peppy Teens Host Tea For Mothers In Community Event

The Pleasant Peppy Teens met Saturday at 2 pm at Miss Marilyn Marshke's home. Twelve members and their mothers attended, with Miss Dolph as a guest. Sonie Foltz and Sandra Jeske led a program on pressing aids. Katherine Gruelick named best groomed girl to enter Rally Day on June 6. A square dance with the Pleasant Boys 4-H club is planned for May 26 at Rough Woods Hall, with lunches sold to raise flood relief funds.

Marilyn Marshke Miss Dolph Sonie Foltz Sandra Jeske Katherine Gruelick Rough Woods Hall

Girl Scouts Bake Sale Planned at Diamond Bros Store

Girl Scout troops led by Mrs. Richard Pulse plan a bake sale at Diamond Bros. store on Saturday May 24 starting at 9 o clock. Proceeds support troop activities.

Girl Scouts Richard Pulse Diamond Bros

P. E. O. Visits Historic Churches Meeting

The P. E. O. group met Tuesday afternoon in New Providence at Mrs. Wilmer Cook’s home with Mrs. Lennie Conrad assisting. Thirty members attended as Mrs. W. K. Bramwell led the program on Historic Churches. The next meeting is set for June 3 at Mrs. Robert Ferguson’s home.

New Providence Wilmer Cook Lennie Conrad W. K. Bramwell Robert Ferguson

Union Rebekahs To Be Eldora Guests

The Union Rebekah Lodge will bring the traveling emblem to Eldora Rebekah Lodge at their regular meeting on Tuesday evening May 27. It is hoped to have as many as possible attend the gathering.

Union Rebekah Lodge Eldora Rebekah Lodge

Howells Celebrate Birthday Dinner For Family Members

Mr and Mrs Howell Boyd Jr hosted a Friday dinner honoring Howell Boyd Sr on May 17 and Anna Davis who turned 83 on May 15. Local relatives attended the intimate gathering with cake and well wishes.

Howell Boyd, Jr Mr. Boyd Howell Boyd, Sr Anna Davis

J F F Club Meets With Mrs Peshia

The J F F Club met Thursday with Mrs. Dale Peshia for a 1:30 luncheon. Each guest received a corsage and canasta was enjoyed during the afternoon.

J. F. F. Club Dale Peshia

Blanche and Ethel Cox Birthday Fellowship Party

Blanche and Ethel Cox were feted at a birthday party hosted by Miss Helen Dunn. Assistants Miss Helen Gethman and Miss Leota Hardy helped with the event. The evening featured social time and refreshments, and both sisters received nice gifts.

Blanche Ethel Cox Helen Dunn Helen Gethman Leota Hardy

Moore Family Hosts Breakfast for Methodist Graduates

Rev and Mrs John Moore entertain Sunday at 9 o clock for six Methodist senior graduates. After breakfast the group will attend Sunday School and church services.

John Moore

Eldora Township Farm Bureau Ladies Meet

The Eldora Township Farm Bureau ladies met at the Community House on Friday afternoon with eighteen members present. Mrs. Frank Petty led the program on lamn shades and family recreation. Refreshments were provided by Mrs. Harvey Freed, Mrs. Roy Ryan, and Mrs. Carlton Wiesner. The next meeting is planned for June 20 in the Community House.

Eldora Township Farm Bureau Frank Petty Harvey Freed Roy Ryan Carlton Wiesner

Newcomers Club Hosts Sunday Family Picnic

The Newcomers Club met Sunday for a 6 o'clock family picnic at City Park with forty two attendees. The organizing committee included Mrs. Merle Stevens Mrs L Kelley Mrs Jim Stewart and Mrs Bud Groenverd y.

Merle Stevens L. Kelley Jim Stewart Bud Groeneverdy

T-4-L for Athlete's Foot at Bremmer Drug Store

For Athlete's Foot use T-4-L for 3 to 5 days. If not pleased, your 40c back. Watch tainted skin slough off to be replaced by healthy skin. Get instant drying T-4-L from any druggist. Now at Bremmer Drug Store, 2220.

Bremmer Drug Store

Local Happenings In Eldora and Surrounding Towns

Mr and Mrs Wendell Clampitt hosted guests in New Providence. Dee Schrader returned from Norway for summer vacation with her parents in Eldora. Numerous relatives and friends from Wellsburg Fairmont Charles City Des Moines and Ames attended events and services. Attendees included Rev Schliepsack installation at Trinity Lutheran and Veishea visitors at Iowa State. Several families welcomed new births and travels to Des Moines and New York planned for May 26 to May 30.

Dee Schrader Norway Eldora Mrs. R. H. Morgan Sam Greensweig Roger Cain Tom Foughty Des Moines H. E. Kasischke Hubbard Gene Foster Sandra W. R. Foster Trinity Lutheran Church Hotte Dean Foster Richard Schliepsack Our Savior Lutheran Church John Schliepsick Iowa City Hubbard St. John’s Lutheran Church George Mischinian George Goschkers Vern Dobb F. J. Kuennen Mason City T. A. van Houten Helen Hampton James van Houten Rock Island E. W. O'Brien John Masnick Geneva Drand Leland Allenstein Steven Whitewater Wise Allenstein David Dillman Geraldine Rubew Milwaukee Wisc C. O. Rubew Terry Sully Billy McMannus Bloomfield Terry M. D. Stilley Veishea Ames

Church of Christ Sunday Service Notice

Rev James R McMarrow pastor leads 10:00 a.m. Sunday School and 7:30 p.m. evangelistic service at 13320 am. All are welcome to attend.

Church OF Christ James R.,mcmarrow

St Mary's Catholic church services listed

Father L V McDonough pastor of St Marys Catholic Church. Sunday Masses at 8:00 and 10:00 a m. Daily Mass at 7:30 a m.

St. Mary's L. V. McDonough

Memorial Sunday Service at First Congregational Church

Reverend Ralph B. Imes presides with Divine Worship at 8:00 and 11:00, Sunday School at 10:00, and an adult class. Sermon titled The Power of Righteousness. Vacation Bible School begins June 2.

First Congregational Ralph B. Imes

Religious schedules for two area churches listed

Assembly of God led by W L Beasley and First Methodist led by John K Moore publish Sunday and midweek events. Times include breakfast at 9, church school at 10, services at 11, nursery care, and a sermon "A Christian Occupation" with W S C S group meetings, hostesses named, and finance workers meeting. Assembly of God adds 10 a m Sunday school, 11 a m morning worship, junior choir at 4 p m, and Thursday details.

First Methodist Church John K. Moore Harry Raymond Newell Ray Lewis Raleigh King

Local picnic guests from Eldora area family and friends

Eldora residents hosted a long weekend gathering with friends and relatives visiting from Woodland California Chicago Iowa Falls Conrad Grundy Center Waterloo Cedar Falls Sudan Minn and other towns. Attendees included families of Squires Kinney Mackie Diehl Hill and Zeltman among others plus a Shriners meeting in Cedar Rapids.

Russel Balvant David E. Squires Forrest Squires Woodland California G. L. Kinney Chicago, Il James Young Iowa Falls Fred Zeltman Jessie Stover Conrad, Ia Arthur Mackie Meta Mackie Walter Diehl Grundy Center Harry Balvant Waterloo Marian Squires Shirley Otto Cedar Falls Frank Hooper Hudson Jim Hager Union Susie Lepley Will Zeltman Everett D. Zeltman Melvin Lewis Galen. Albright Eldora

First Baptist Church Schedule Under Pastor H C Short

The Sunday School at 11 am. The morning service follows with a sermon by Pastor H C Short titled Vision and Obedience. An 8 pm Baccalaureate service is set for the school Thursday. Mid week prayer and Bible study services are announced.

Mwieh Church For

St Paul Lutheran Service Schedule with Pastor Zimmerman

Sunday May 28 includes Sunday School and Bible classes at 10:00 and Divine Service at 11:00. Monday choir rehearsal is at 8:00 p.m. Pastor J. Zimmerman leads the St Paul Lutheran congregation.

St, Paul Lutheran J. Zimmerman

First Baptist Church Steamboat Rock Iowa Services and Events

Sunday May 25 at 10 am Bible School led by Harry Luiken 11 am Worship Service with choir and sermon Approving Things Excellent. 7 pm C B Y meetings Senior leader Jim Hartman topic Do No Murder 745 pm Evening Service music by Mrs Schuneman Miss Verna Luiken Mrs Verder Gast message Our Divine Lord Thursday May 29 745 pm Hour of Prayer 845 pm Choir practice

Bible School Harry Luiken Jim Hartman William Schuneman Verna Luiken Verder Gast Divine

Christian Church Disciples Holds Sunday Services

The Christian Church of the Disciples invites all to attend a 9:00 sermon and communion followed by a 10:00 Sunday school. All are welcome to both services.

Jackson Feeder 4-H Club Meets at Balcom Home

The Jackson Feeder 4 H Club held a business meeting Monday at C L Balcom home. Afterward Mrs Balcom Scott Salcom joined Mr and Mrs Melvin Gangestad and Eugene for a Sunday trip to Eagle Grove. Community showers honored Mrs Frank Angerer and son Matthew at the Owasa schoolhouse. Matthew received a baby carriage and other gifts. Weekend visitors included Mr and Mrs Tom Delaney of Chicago and Mrs Lola Wood of Davenport. Matthew Joseph Angerer was baptized at church services Sunday. Additional meals and visits featured Mr and Mrs Wayne Rierson Barbara Jean Radcliffe Mr and Mrs Stanley Granner Hubbard and Mr and Mrs Philip Welp Tommy with Mr and Mrs James Carr. Mr and Mrs Oscar Moats and family visited Knoxville Sunday. Co V Platts of Devil's Lake ND spent a night and day with Mr and Mrs C A Jackson and Dallas.

Jackson C. L Matthew Tom Delaney Chicago Illinois Lola Wood Davenport Frank Angerer Matthew Joseph Angerer Wayne Rierson Barbara Jean Radcliffe Stanley Granner Hubbard Philip Welp Tommy James Carr Oscar Moats Knoxville Co. V. Platts Devil's Lake North Dakota C. A. Jackson Dallas

Also Mentioned on This Page

Red Cross Eastman Nuckolls Father McDonough Father Mahoney Waverly Eldora Parish Harry Holmes Barbara Lawler E. J. Clary Mary Schultz Joe Cole Don Ackley Francis Oppold Don Harmon Matty” Matheson Sioux City Matheson George Griesse Herald - Ledger Cub Scouts Miller Brothers Marie Vigars Mother Cabrini Study Club Harry Huntley St. Mary’s Study Club August Frerichs J. L. Brown Raleigh King, Jr V. F. W. Auxiliary Life Brassiers From G. Huehn M. FE. Church P. E. O. Studies Historic Churches Union Rebekahs Howell Boyds J.F. F. Club Mrs. Moore Farm Bureau Newcomers Club Mrs Wendell Clampitt Arthur Clampitt Harold Creps Wellsburg Harold Goebel Fairmont, Minn Eldora and H. B. Knutson Mr. Knutson Julia Newgaard Gilbert Knutson Charles City John Knutson Clear Lake Will Schwebke Steamboat Rock Arlyn Pale Bob Brown Junior Hardin Alvin Jaspers Howard Caffee Clark Bramwell Iowa State Bankers Association Group Anna Carpenter Ethel Martin Hero Russell Cerney Berwyn Ill Leroy Martin Hayes Kansas Nora McMahon Clifford McMahon Chas. Schafer Houston Texas Chas, Schafer R. C. Rogers John Essig John Roberta Jane Wood Sylva Steckler Peggy McNertney Ramona Ware Barbara Holcomb Tena Daleske Lawrence Harry Polley Monay Ed Luiken Wilma Polley Town Falls Harvey Venenga Larry and Duane Lester Johnson Clint Johnson Grace Allbee Newton Fred Collins Roland Baumann Humboldt Mercy Hospital Ft. Dodge Junior L. Barth Funk Briel Dale Rodgers Stephen Ted Sears Lorna Carles City Rodgers Ronald Letham Mrs. Letham Ruth Lacina Edward, Jr Lester Leroy Shirley Ann Hattie Fort Dodge Blaine Crosser Betty Mae Clem Crosser Zack Comstock Raymond Robert Sprain Pat Sandhagen Robert Pomona Calif C. J. Arnold Spencer S. C. Arnold Grace Arnold Wallace Cordes Northern Edna Frazer Mayme Frazer Elsie Mason Bangor John Pardun Jackie Clarign Riceville Hospital Robert Progser Allvin Lewis Cathy Marie Hobson Alvin Lewis Lucille Hurtt Centerville Africa Uitenhagen Assembly OF God W. L. Beasley Esther Hill Joan Sudan Minn Shirley Monticello Jim Trucano Hill Guy W. Jones Pearl Wagner Hank Jcenneth Arthur Rosine Donna Marjorie Ty ‘O Wagner Kenneth Woll L. H. Wright George Hiland Cedar Rapids Wright Hiland Mrs. Ward Perkins Don Perkins Glen Callaway Wayne Perkins Paul Schaa Ira Cakerbce, Jr Gun‘Lake Paul, Schaa Patty Earl Thomas Mort Hanson Vicki Forest City Mrs. Hanson H. E. Dawson John A. Wood Jobe B. Wood EY Tull Paul Hodgson Ed’ Swasand Don Marks Walter Hauser Whitten Shrinergs First Baptist Church H. C. Short Iowa F. ¥. Lower Gene Peshia Hannes Willems Mary Faint Ella Cummings Ellsworth Linda Lettow Everett Lettow Henry Homan Harry Halvorson Henry Stielow James A. Nehring Terry Gogerty Carl King Fredrick Fisher Walter Raska William C. Otto U.S Tnc QMRTC Fort Lee, Va Pfe Harold R. Flanagan U. S Cy 21St Engr. Combat Bn. A. P P.M Washington Owasa Helen Curtis
Search Courier

Search the Hardin County Index Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Hardin County Index?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication