Exchange column narrator recalls college adventure at 1967 junior college
Pat Sargent writes as the society desk hosts Mrs. Thomas Smith in a trade of roles. She describes attending a six week drawing course at a city junior college, youth culture in 1967, and balancing motherhood with new learning. The piece blends humor about aging, college life, and observations on boys and family.
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Thomas Smith
Society Desk
Pat Sargent
Tommy’s
University of Minnesota
Modigliani
Michelangelos
David
Sonny and Cher
Monkees
Rolling Stones
Mantovani
Tony Bennett
Hostess Reflections From a Busy Night Out
A local writer recalls working as a hostess at Tommy's Supper Club for a bet with Mrs. Betty Smith. She describes meeting guests, managing seating and tips, and the chaos of bustling service, ending with a winter trip and a joke about the Wright brothers.
Darlene Stuewer to Wed Lawrence G Davis
Mr and Mrs Norman Stuewer announce the engagement of daughter Darlene to Lawrence G Davis son of Mr and Mrs William E Davis of Rockford Tl The couple are Luther College Decorah Iowa students The wedding is set for August 17 at Our Savior s Lutheran Church
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Norman Stuewer
2Nd Ave
Darlene
Lawrence G. Davis
William E. Davis
Rockford, Tl
Stuewer
Mr. Davis
Luther College
Decorah
Iowa
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Rose Creek Bridge Club Meets at Dinneen Home
Mrs. N Dinneen hosted the Rose Creek Bridge Club meeting on Tuesday at her home in Rose Creek. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. Giles Mozko Mrs. Stanley Alven and Mrs. Gerald Meany. The next gathering will be March 19 with Miss Leonore Merrill attending.
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John L. Felton
Rose Creek
Giles Mozko
Stanley Alven
Gerald Meany
Leonore Merrill
Hoffstaters Observe Golden 50th Wedding Anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hoffstater of 1608 3rd Ave NW celebrate their golden wedding anniversary. An open house will honor them Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the home of their son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Herrick, 904 16th St SW.
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Charles Hoffstater
3Rd Ave
Oliver Herrick
16Th St
Bridge Club Meets at Iverson Home
Mrs. M. C. Iverson of LeRoy hosted the U Delta Bridge Club on Tuesday. Prizes were won by Mrs. Carl Smith and Mrs. Enoch Sorenson. The next meeting features a 6:30 dinner on March 14 at Mrs. George Stiles home, with co-hostesses Mrs. Leonard Oksanen and Mrs. R. G. Jarrud.
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M. C. Iverson
LeRoy
U Delta Bridge Club
Carl Smith
Enoch Sorenson
George Stiles
Leonard Oksanen
R. G. Jarrud
AFA Auxiliary Social at Larson Home
The Ladies Auxiliary to the Austin Firefighters met Tuesday at Mrs. Lawrence Larson’s home 405 12th Ave NW. Prizes went to Mrs. William McNee Mrs. Thomas Langan and Mrs. Paul Christensen with Mrs. Edward Wollenberg co host. The next meeting is April 2 at Mrs. Joseph Pacholl’s home.
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Austin
Lawrence Larson
12Th PI. NW
William McNee
Thomas Langan
Paul Christensen
Edward Wollenberg
Joseph Pacholl
Ave
Ritual Practice for Convention Held by Royal Neighbors
Ritual practice for the convention was held Tuesday night at the IOOF Hall. Mrs Isabel Blynn joined as a new member. Door prize went to Mrs Amelia Hamilton. Lunch served by Mrs Victor Pickett and Mrs Charles Bell. The event was at Alden on April 27.
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Royal Neighbors
IOOF
Alden
Isabel Blynn
Amelia Hamilton
Victor Pickett
Charles Bell
Linda Christensen Engaged to Wed Dan E Sistek
Mrs Evan R Neve announces the engagement of Linda Roe Christensen to Dan E Sistek sons of Mr and Mrs Freddie Sistek. Linda a Austin High School and Austin State Junior College graduate and Phi Theta Kappa member. Dan is Blooming Prairie High School graduate and Austin Area Vocational School graduate to be. No wedding date set.
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Evan R. Neve
12Th St. SW
Linda Roe Christensen
Dan E. Sistek
Freddie Sistek
Austin Rt. 1
Miss Christensen
Austin High School
Austin State Junior College
Phi Theta Kappa
Blooming Prairie High School
Austin Area Vocational School
Risius Motor Sales
Brownsdale
Barracks Auxiliary Reports Donations and Plans
The World War I Barracks Auxiliary met at the VFW Hall and donated to the state wheelchair bowling committee, four Veterans Hospitals and the Minnesota Soldiers Home. Mrs. Raymond Gustafson of Albert Lea attended as district president, with a district meeting in Winona set for April 6 and reservations led by Mrs. Lyman Lingbeck for two chartered buses. A bingo party is planned for March 15 at Raymond's Nursing Home, and a sewing committee will meet for a noon potluck at Mrs. Lingbeck's home. Mrs. Siles Gilbert won the door prize. The next meeting is scheduled for April 1.
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VFW Hall
Veterans Hospitals
Minnesota Soldiers Homc
Raymond Gustafson
Albert Lea
Winona
Lyman Lingbeck
Raymond's Nursing Home
Adoption couple faces twice as many babies dilemma
Dear Dad recounts adoption of an infant six months ago and unexpected pregnancy soon after. Wife fears managing two babies within a year and faces choosing between the newborn and the adopted child. Ann Landers advises support and realistic planning for a balanced approach.
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Ann Landers
Dad
Sandra Lee Baptized at Six Mile Grove Church
Sandra Marie Lee daughter of Mr and Mrs Duane Lee was baptized Sunday at Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church near Lyle. Sponsors were Mrs Gaylen Rogers Duane Anderson Unity Wis and Dale Anderson Austin.
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Sandra Marie Lee
Duane Lee
Lyle
Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church
Gaylen Rogers
Duane Anderson
Unity
Wis
Dale Anderson
Austin
Wedding Announcement Rules and Deadlines
The Herald requests advance wedding notices or by 9 30 a m the day after the ceremony. After that time notices are condensed and after one week only an announcement appears. Blank forms are available at the Herald office or by mail and photos must arrive within 12 days.
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Herald
Lodi Social Club Hosts Afternoon at LeRoy
Mrs. John Moews of LeRoy entertained the Lodi Social Club Monday afternoon with guest Mrs. Oscar Kulsrud. Each hostess will plan the day’s entertainment. Bingo was played and prizes awarded.
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John Moews
LeRoy
Lodi
Oscar Kulsrud
Should Newlyweds Rent or Buy House
A 19 year old bride and 24 year old husband weigh renting versus owning after military service. The piece outlines a rule of thumb: house cost should not exceed 2 percent of annual income, with example figures for a $7,000 annual income and a $5,000 down payment. It discusses mortgage costs, maintenance, and the risks of debt plus the advantages of ownership such as tax benefits and building equity. It notes easing fears with a newer home and the importance of budgeting for utilities and emergencies.
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New York
Vietnam
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