The Elgin Review Online Edition

Byers Wins Bull-O-Rama

lmorgan — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:32:05 +0000

Tyler Byers took first place honors tonight at the 2nd annual Bull-O-Rama held in Elgin. Our own Jake Bode came in 2nd. E-R photo

Dr. Dale B. Jillson, DVM

lmorgan — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:39:23 +0000

Dr. Dale B. Jillson, DVM, 85 of Elgin, NE, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at the Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home in Bellevue, NE.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the United Methodist Church in Elgin, NE with Reverend Michael Davis officiating. Interment will follow at West Cedar Valley Cemetery near Elgin with military rites by American Legion Post #229 and VFW Post #5816 of Elgin. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Friday at Huffman-Levander Funeral Home in Elgin, NE with a 7:30 p.m. Masonic Rites service by Diamond Lodge #291 A.M. and F.M.

Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice.

Dale Brice Jillson, son of Dr. Paul M. and Juanita (Bartlett) Jillson, was born August 9, 1927 at Elgin, NE. He attended Elgin Public High School, lettering in football and basketball, graduating with the class of 1945. He served his country in the Army Air Corps before attending college at University of Nebraska and graduating from Iowa State in 1953 with a degree in Veterinary Science.

Dale married Virginia Taylor on September 11, 1955 in Harlan, IA. After a few years living in Neligh, NE, they moved in 1961 to his home community of Elgin. He served his community as a veterinarian for 43 years before retiring in 1997. He considered himself a lifelong resident of Elgin.

In the early years he served as a school board member and assisted with community celebrations. He also contributed as a volunteer fire fighter and chaired the Ice Cream Social for many years. A member of the United Methodist Church, he served on various committees throughout the years. He was a longtime member of the Masonic Diamond Lodge #291 A.M. and F.M. He was an avid sports enthusiast following Elgin and Nebraska sports. Dale was a devoted husband and father.

He is survived by four daughters: Kathryn Jillson and husband Steve Cook of Strongsville, OH; Kristine Boyer and husband Ray of Salina, KS; Elizabeth Jillson-Clark and husband Roger of Lincoln, NE; Mary Jillson and husband James Heesacker of LaVista, NE; eight grandchildren; one great-grandson; two brothers-in-law: K.D. Bennett of Elgin, NE and Dwight (Darlene) Taylor of St. Charles, MO; two sisters-in-law: Lucille Jillson of Lincoln, NE and Shari Jillson of Des Moines, IA; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; wife Virginia in 2004; three brothers: Ted, Paul and Gene; and one sister Jerrene Bennett.

Red Team Wins NE All-Star Football Game

lmorgan — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:37:00 +0000

Nate Rogers of South Sioux City caught two touchdowns passes to help lead the Red Team past the White Team 20-10 Saturday night in the first-ever Northeast Nebraska All-Star Football Classic.
Saturday night’s game, played at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Norfolk, drew 2,249 spectators.
Rogers was on the receiving end of a 68-yard touchdown strike from high school teammate Scott Manley in the second quarter. He then caught a 12-yard scoring pass from Norfolk Catholic’s Jordan Bellar.
In all, Rogers caught five passes for 97 yards. He was named Most Valuable Offensive Player of the game for the Red Team.
On the defensive end, Riley Knake helped lead the Red Team with nine tackles, including one for a loss. He was named the Red Team’s Most Valuable Defensive Player of the game.
Elgin Public-Pope John standout signal-caller Ross Schindler put a spark into the White Team’s offense in the second half with his playmaking ability. He was one of three Wolfpack players to play in the game, the other two were Blake Anderson and Andrew Heithoff. Anderson carried the ball three times for six yards. Heithoff saw action at linebacker on defense.
For the White Team, Travis Wright of Battle Creek rushed for 127 yards on 30 carries. He scored the White Team’s lone touchdown from three yards out.

For the complete story, see the print edition of The Elgin Review

This Week’s Classifieds: June 12, 2013

lmorgan — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:36:38 +0000

FOR SALE:
FOR SALE: Blonde 3-piece bedroom set, burgundy recliner, coffee table, Zenith 25” tv & vcr with a stand, Wurlitzer piano & bench, wooden dining room table with 6 chairs & 3 leaves, personal fire safe. Call 402-843-8394. 36c
HERITAGE COOKBOOKS: Elgin’s Q125 Cookbooks will be available for sale June 22 at the Elgin City Rummage Sales (Q125 Sale at the Jonny Dodge lot in Elgin)    36c
FOR SALE: 10’ Hastings stock tanks, $400 each. Beckman Lumber 402-843-2131    36c
WANTED:
GOOD QUALITY household items you would like to donate to a Q125 garage sale on Saturday, June 22. Contact Kim at 402-843-2227. All proceeds from this sale location will go to Elgin’s Q125.            32-36tfn
GARAGE SALE:
ELGIN COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES: Scheduled for Friday and Saturday, June 21 and 22, 2013. Contact Lynell at 402-843-5500 by Monday, June 17 to be included in the listings.    36c
HELP WANTED:
Blattner Energy, Inc. is looking for the following safety conscious, experienced personnel for our Wind Turbine Project near Elgin, NE: • General Laborers • Water Truck Driver (CDL required with Tanker endorsement, must have valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record) • Equipment Operators (Blade, Dozer, Excavator, Roller, Scraper). All job offers are contingent upon receiving a negative drug/alcohol test result and a satisfactory physical examination designed solely to determine your physical ability to perform the duties of the position being offered to you. Field employees are subject to random drug testing. Must have transportation to and from the jobsite. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply at the Norfolk Career Center, 105 E Norfolk Ave, Suite 100, Norfolk, NE 68701; apply on-line at www.blattnerenergy.com; or call 1-888-356-2307 to request an application. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer    35-36c
HELP WANTED:
HELP WANTED: Part-time kitchen/fry cook. Apply at the L Bar B or call 402-485-2525 or 402-485-9261 and ask for Francis.    36tfn
TRUCK DRIVER to haul gluten. Must be dependable. References required. Will train. Call 402-843-5672 ask for Len.    1tfn
HELP WANTED: Positions available for shop mechanic and pen riders. Health and other benefits available, Niewohner Feedlot, Elgin 402-843-5671.        44tfn
SERVICES:
PASSPORT PHOTOS: Official U.S. and foreign passport and Visa photos available here. Available in under ten minutes. $10 plus tax. Appointments highly recommended. The Elgin Review, 116 South 2nd St, Elgin NE. 402-843-5500.     1tfn
CALL US for fresh flowers, plants, balloon bouquets. Will deliver to Elgin. Flower Corner, 402-887-4441 or 1-800-590-2384.     1tfc
FOR RENT:
FOR RENT: Smith’s Storage Buildings, Elgin. Clean, dry and secure. Sizes 8’ x 16’ and up to 12’ x 24’. Prices start at $28/month. Contact Lee or Marie Smith. 402-843-2391.    1tfc

CARD OF THANKS:
Thank you to all of those who made my 80th birthday so special. Thanks for the cake, bouquet of flowers and all of the cards, visits and phone calls. May God Bless. Marie Smith

Many thanks to friends and family for the prayers, food, visits & memorials for Joan while she was in the hospital and upon her passing. It is good to live in a small, caring community. Maynard Scholl, Mike & Karin Kinney & family, Steve & Donna Scholl & family, Kasey & Kathy Tobias & family, Randy Scholl & girls, Jeff Scholl & Jacob

My sincere thank you to our families, neighbors and friends for the prayers, food, flowers, visits and telephone calls while I was in the hospital, and since returning home. To Fr. Ross Burkhalter for the special prayers and blessings. To all of you who came when we called for the rescue unit, and so early in the morning! You are all a gift and we appreciate everything you do. To my special husband and best friend Lyle for being with me every day while I was in the hospital. Our parish and community consists of special people sharing and giving, and I am blessed to be a part of it. God’s Blessing be with all of you. Betty Mackel

Dear Elgin Community: Thank you doesn’t begin to express the gratitude I have for the donations made for the Elgin Community Foundation Scholarship. I am so honored to have been chosen for this scholarship. Thank you! Sincerely, Jenny Beckman

Proceedings — Elgin City Council

lmorgan — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:35:54 +0000

ELGIN CITY COUNCIL
Proceedings
June 3, 2013
The Elgin City Council met in regular session on Monday, June 3, 2013, at 7:30 p.m., pursuant to posted notice. Mayor Schmitt called the meeting to order, and announced the location of the Open Meeting Act. Council members present were Shirley Nissen, Don Mackel, Jim Kittelson and Kenny Jochum.
A complete and accurate copy of the minutes is available for public inspection during normal business hours at the City Clerk’s office.
The following agenda items were approved:
• May regular meeting minutes, special meeting minutes, treasurer’s report, transaction report, and paying the claims
GENERAL: ERPPD, se, 88.54; Great Plains Communications, se, 53.84; Fitzgerald, Vetter & Temple, se, 389.59; Jeannette Meis, se, 75.00; Prudential, retirement, 552.44; USTreasury, tax, 2259.78; Dean’s Market, su, 10.19; APPEARA, su, 26.42; Eakes Office Plus, su, 66.92; Tyco Integrated Security, su, 639.00; NNEDD, dues, 819.64; Core Development, dues, 200.00; Elgin Review, prmt, 67.27; Elgin Insurance Services, ins, 15, 181.00; Bank of Elgin, ins, 1436.42; Bank of Elgin, loan, 500.00; Source Gas, se, 159.61; Payroll, 1566.21; Transfers, 20000.00
SALES TAX: To General; 1962.84; To General; 1019.64
STREET: ERPPD, se, 1540.36; Elgin One Stop, su, 231.77; Verizonwireless, su, 17.02; Bank of Elgin, loan, 875.05; Source Gas, se, 84.05; The Station, su, 187.30; Bomgaars, su, 185.71; Menards, su, 76.98; Corner Service & Tire, se, 16.00 ; Payroll, 1188.55
WATER: ERPPD, se, 647.38; NE Dept of Revenue, tax, 1581.67; Verizonwireless, su, 17.01; Great Plains Communications, se, 88.30; ; US Post Office, su, 42.75 –NE Public Health Lab, se, 49.00 ; Elgin Review, su, 104.50; Municipal Supply, su, 168.55; Sargent Drilling, se, 53682.21; DHHS, se, 143.41; One Call Concept, se, 12.75; Dean’s Market, su, 5.09; Carolyn Roberts Account, deposit, 75.00; Payroll, 2065.18
SEWER: ERPPD, se, 880.73; NE Department of Revenue, tax, 643.87; Great Plains Communications, se, 44.68; Dean’s Market, su, 4.50; Midwest Labs, se, 386.01; NRWA, class, 75.00; One Call Concept, se, 12.75; Elgin Auto Parts, su, 5.79; NE Dept. of Envir. Quality, loan, 3497.41; Randy Henn, ex, 15.32; Payroll, 790.79
FIRE: ERPPD, se, 245.06; Great Plains Communications, se, 50.87; APPEARA, su, 26.42; Source Gas, se, 336.40; Elgin Insurance Services, se, 1797.00
POLICE: Antelope Co Sheriff, se, 2640.00; Safe N Secure, se, 321.75
TRASH PICKUP/RECYCLING: Bud’s Sanitary Service, se, 4557.00; Betty Moser, rent, 100.00; Rutjens Construction Inc, se, 1160.00
POOL: ERPPD, se, 28.98; Great Plains Communications, se, 116.33; APPEARA, su, 26.42; Dean’s Market, su, 34.26; Meyer Lab. Inc, su, 6231.10; In the Swim, su, 302.93; Elgin Review, se, 55.80; Source Gas, se, 23.72; Bank of Elgin, ex, 90.00
PARK: ERPPD, se, 439.06; NE Dept of Revenue, tax, 142.02; Payroll, 241.80
LIBRARY: ERPPD, se, 58.05; Source Gas, se, 77.83; Amazon, bks, 227.41 ; Great Plains Communication, se, 68.25; Mad Science of Iowa, se, 320.00; Payroll, 923.89
YOUTH: St. Bon Ball Field Asso, rent, 1500.00
• City Attorney to draft an ordinance to prohibit certain dangerous breeds of dogs within the City Limits and require a license plan.
• Closing Maple Street for the “Lucky Ducky” race June 12th.
• Enter in closed session to discuss possible litigation at 8:37 p.m.
• Reconvene in public session at 8:44 p.m.
• Benny Taylor to research the project site for the Certificate as to Title.
• Baylie Shiltmeyer and Morgan Childers as sub guards and Zach Polk as sub manager
• Building permits for Randy Mitchell, LeRoy Behnk and Ron Beckman
• Elaine Meyers to Library Board
• Councilman Mackel to purchase two reasonably price light fixtures for Centennial Gardens
• Pool manager to hire sub guards as necessary
• Holding a Teen Night at the pool
• Manager wage at $12.00 per hour, co-manager at $9.00 per hour, second year guards at $7.50, first year and sub guards at $7.25.
Discussions were held:
• Kennel license and tabled until the July meeting
• No dogs allowed in the park and tabled until the July meeting
• Status of dogs involved in the incident on May 27, 2013
• Sheriff’s Department spent 106 hours and 57 minutes in Elgin and there were 11 911 calls
• Failure to pay drainage ditch payment
• ADA Policy Statement was tabled until the July meeting.
• Sterling Heights annexation was tabled until the July meeting
• Red Cross lessons starting in July and pool training on June 17th.
• Clerk attending Finance Conference June 19, 20 and 21, 2013.
• Insurance extension from last year’s hail storm.
• Quarterly arsenic report and Cross-Connection Control form will be mailed out with water bill the 1st of July.
• Next regular meeting will be held on July 1, 2013
• Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p.m.
PUBLISH: June 12, 2013
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