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Newspaper

Austin Daily Herald

Location

Austin, Minnesota, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1956

Page

4

Austin Dairy Princess Kathy Bartlett Heads Toward Rochester

Kathy Bartlett, the Mower County Dairy Princess, graduates from Elkton High School and plans to enroll at Austin Junior College with a music scholarship. She coordinates farm duties, outfits for the Rochester regional dairy princess contest, and expects a coral nylon outfit with glass slippers. She also assists with home duties and exterior house painting while awaiting a June 26 competition date.

Elkton High School Kathy Bartlett Mower County Dexter Kathy William Bartlett Rochester Austin ADA Austin Junior College Karen Dalager Karen Ruth Marie Peterson Austin State Bank

Diana Sampson and Arnold Thrasher wed in Washington

Diana Sampson daughter of Mr and Mrs Arthur W Sampson of Bellingham Washington married Arnold E Thrasher son of Mr and Mrs William Thrasher of 813 Bauman Bellingham on June 2 at St James Presbyterian Church. Rev Harold K Lawrence officiated with Miss Shirley Lucier Gerald Waterbury as attendants. Usher rs Richard Sampson Robert Walston flower girl Marilyn Orth ring bearer Donney Moffitt reception at Hilltop House. The couple plans a later trip to Minnesota.

St. Olaf Lutheran Church Don Dayle Mary Guintire William Guintire Park Austin High School Arthur W. Sampson Bellingham, Wash Diana Arnold E. Thrasher William Thrasher Bauman St. James Presbyterian Church Bellingham Harold K. Lawrence Shirley Lucier Gerald Waterbury Richard Sampson Robert Walston Marilyn Orth Donney Moffitt Mrs. Thrasher Anacorte, Wash Minnesota

Stenger Named Chief Ranger of WCOF Court

Mrs. Robert Stenger was elected chief ranger of the Women's Catholic Order of Foresters Thursday at the KC Halls to fill the term of Mrs. Clifford Hines who resigned. Vice chief ranger Mrs. Marvin Mathwig presided and installing officer Mrs. Louis O'Malley spoke as new leadership took office.

Robert Stenger Women’s Catholic Order of Foresters KC Halls Clifford Hines Marvin Mathwig Louis O'Malley Chris Bock Joseph Rysavy

Taopi Birthday Club Plans Annual Picnic

The Taopi Birthday Club met Thursday at the Dale Hodson home in Taopi to discuss plans for the annual picnic. Mrs. Edward Kiefer Sr. supervised entertainment and prizes were awarded to Mrs. Ivan Hodson and Mrs. John Johnson. Bingo was played and a birthday gift was given to Mrs. W. S. Hueman.

Taopi Birthday Club Dale Hodson Taopi Edward Kiefer Sr Ivan Hodson John Johnson W. S. Hueman

Adams Circle Visits Home for Aged in Kenyon

Fifteen members of Mission Circle Eight of Little Cedar Lutheran Church Adams visited the Kenyon Home for the Aged on Wednesday. They were joined by Rev. L M Witte who gave a message and led Norwegian songs. Women served refreshments. Lars L Kildahl, home manager, is a former Adams schools superintendent.

Mission Circle Eight Little Cedar Lutheran Church of Adams Kenyon L. M. Witte

Numerous club meetings planned at local churches and YWCA

Women and church groups schedule a potluck supper at the Methodist Church and many circles meet in homes and churches including St Olaf and St Catherine units. A farewell party honored Rev and Mrs Alfred Anderson at the Dexter Methodist Church with music readings skits and gifts.

Mothers Club Methodist Church Alfred Anderson Dexter Anderson

Strawberry Desserts Round Up Adds Flair to Tables

Readable guide to strawberry serving ideas from markets to desserts. Highlights include Baked Alaska with strawberries and ice cream, a Strawberries Romanoff style dish, and regionally popular shortcake and fritters. Provides multiple recipes and serving tips.

Alaska

Diane Jacobsen and Michael Schrank wed in Minneapolis church ceremony

Miss Diane Jacobsen and Michael Schrank exchanged vows at the Church of St. Olaf Minneapolis in a double ring ceremony. The bride wore an embroidered organdy gown and carried a white prayer book with orchids. After a reception for 40, the couple plans to reside in Minneapolis following the groom’s Air Force discharge.

Diane Jacobsen N. S. Jacobsen Dexter Michael Schrank H. M. Schrank LeSueur Church of St. Olaf Minneapolis Frances Wright William Hix Bestman William Schrank Donald Jacobsen Beverly Hogan Carolyn Werline Frances King Michigan Schrank Air Force Swedish Hospital Brownsdale

Circle 15 Plans Picnic Supper at St Olaf Church

Circle 15 of St Olaf Lutheran Missionary Guild approved a July 19 church picnic supper during a Thursday meeting in church parlors. Mrs Oscar Johnson led devotions, Mrs Haberlien joined as a new member, and Bible study was led by Mrs Arthur Swenson with Mrs Mabel Boysen leading devotions.

South Austin Norman Hyme E. Bridge YWCA ST. Olaf Lutheran Guild Mark Waters Freeborn H. E. Peterson N. Fourth Sorosis Guy Richmond ST. Domonica William Shlow ST. Mary’s Todd Park ST. Barbara's Peter Leecher Medary ST. Zita Milo Hanish Lake Circle 15 St. Olaf Lutheran Missionary Guild Oscar Johnson Haberlien Arthur L. Swenson Mabel Boysen

Legion Auxiliary Elects New Officers at Grand Meadow

American Legion Auxiliary members elected officers on Tuesday evening in Grand Meadow. President Mrs Werner Buschmann. 1st vice president Mrs Jerry Stier. 2nd vice president Mrs Edward Bjerke. treasurer Mrs Ernest Yankovich. secretary Mrs Norman Sween. They reported on convention matters and announced the annual children's party for June 27. The group plans to staff the cookie barrel at Rochester State Hospital on August 13 and lunch was provided by several members.

American Legion Auxiliary Grand Meadow Werner Buschmann Jerry Stier Edward Bjerke Ernest Yankovich Norman Sween Buschmann Anton Furth Silas Gilbertson Rochester State Hospital Yankovich Gladys Thorson Albert Isaacson

TOPS Club Meets at Spring Valley

TOPS Club 2 gathered Thursday evening in Spring Valley with Mrs. Melvin Hageland welcoming guests. John Ostrud showed movies as the program featured songs and a musical game.

Tops Club Spring Valley Austin Tops Club 2 Melvin Hageland John Ostrud

Lightly Family Holds 41st Reunion in Oakland

Seventy eight Lightly family members gathered at Lloyd Rosenthall home Oakland for the 41st annual reunion. Herbert Lightly presided with prayer by Mrs Everett Staples. Miss Mabel Lightly read the family history. Two births two marriages and two deaths were reported. Officers elected Henry Lightly president Mrs Nellie Sheedy vice president Miss Marcella Hoban secretary Sanford McCourt treasurer. 1957 reunion planned for Todd Park with trumpet duets by Daniel and David Staples and a reading by Jean Lightly.

Lightly Lloyd Rosenthal Oakland Herbert Lightly Everett Staples Mabel Lightly Henry Lightly Nellie Sheedy Marcella Hoban Sanford McCourt Todd Park Daniel David Staples Jean Lightly

Miss Lorraine Dick Becomes Bride of Nick Kovachevich

Miss Lorraine Dick daughter of Mr and Mrs Herman Dick LeRoy and Nick Kovachevich Rawlin Wyo son of Mr and Mrs J M Kovachevich Canton NL wed at Little Brown Church Nashua Iowa with Rev Glenn Utterback officiating. Guests include Victor Walker matron of honor and Miss Carol Jenson organist.

Lorraine Dick Herman Dick LeRoy Nick Kovachevich Rawlin Wyo J. M. Kovachevich Canton Little Brown Church the Vale Nashua Iowa Glenn Utterback Richard Meyer Monterey Mexico Carol Jenson Nebago LeRoy Sanders Blue Earth Bud Burke Fairmont Melford Westing Freeborn Minn Helen Bitker Elkton Albert Lea Roy Lidtke Limes Springs H. H. Wibben Bert Sours Alta Jones Illinois Kovachevich W. Spruce Rawlins Mankato Teachers College Ralkins Ill Austin Rochester Winnebago Gibbon Lime Springs

Rummage Sale at 305 South River This Week

Adult clothing including suits skirts and dresses plus children's clothing available this week at 305 South River. Ady shows size 3T.

South River

Stain Removal Tips for Ink on Fabric

The text advises laundering with soap and water to remove water soluble mimeograph ink from washable fabric. If stains persist, the ink may be oil based. Rub spots with glycerine and then wash in hot soapsuds followed by thorough rinsing.

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