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Newspaper
Bayard News
Location
Bayard, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1966
Page
6
A local notice outlines a dance featuring Mary Ann Murrane and guests from the Ember Staff. Semi formal attire is requested and refreshments will be served. Attendees may arrive anytime after 7:30 pm and until 11:00 pm.
The eighth grade presents a comedy titled Home work directed by Mrs Lenore Shirbroun. Mr Pepper battles study interruptions while a convict and the FBI enter the plot. Cast features Bob Neilson Sue Mercer Bruce Hall Patricia Whitver Christa Hal terman Jim Wetzel Deena Hedges Tom Burns Joe Fitzpatrick Dick Myers Steve Hischei.
The Reds rallied from a four point halftime deficit to lead 65 60 at the end as Don Huffaker topped the scorers with 21 points. The comeback showcased better rebounding and ball movement as confidence returned.
Bayard students complain about arriving before 8:15 and waiting outside in cold wind and damp. They urge opening doors earlier to prevent crowding and pushing as students rush into the building.
In a playful exchange students discuss senior pictures arriving and the hope they will look like themselves. The piece notes the tradition, patience of seniors, and the nostalgia of looking back at good old days.
A December school scene shows teachers rallying to restore order as students drift into boredom and a St Nick illusion unsettles the hall. Examinations loom after vacation with one week grace in store and then tests, while Bayard Redettes face Fir a Friday night conference game following a Scranton win.
Bayard welcomes Gerald Whitten to join the faculty as math teacher. He will handle algebra and geometry duties while also selling stocks in mornings. A Buena Vista graduate with further study at Iowa State Drake and State College of Iowa, he previously taught in Pomeroy and Glidden. Whitten and his wife Mary have three children Teresa Tim and a newborn born Monday. He praises Bayard schools and notes students are well behaved.
Comment on the value of libraries in 1875 and 1966. Reading broadens horizons through books, planes, trains, and distant cultures. Books enable access to philosophers, broaden thinking, and provide insight into unfamiliar ways of life and ideas.
Bayard meets Extra Vikings in a critical Coon Valley clash after rough weekends. Bayard, led by coach Jack Lloyd, seeks improved shooting after a loss to Scranton and five point win over Coon Rapids. Extra, defending co champions, bring size speed and experience and loom as a top conference contender. The game follows the girls contest in Extra gym Friday night.
The piece highlights juniors acting at BHS and eighth graders preparing a class play for younger students. It notes a water issue concern and praises the Reds and Redettes after last weekend games against Scranton and Coon Rapids. Senior pictures arrival is mentioned with hopeful sentiment.
A short Bayard High School notice invites fans to attend the girls basketball game, urging support to help even up this season's record and secure another victory for the Bayard squad.
December calendar lists events including a December 9 basketball extra and a December 12 B squad Scranton game. Sophomore Christmas Dance is on December 10 and junior high basketball at Coon Rapids on December 12. A Christmas concert and band vocal performance is scheduled for 7:30 pm on December 16.
The Bayard Redettes won a conference game against Scranton Friday night and pushed Coon Rapids hard Saturday, with Linda Wetzel scoring 35 points. Despite mistakes and fatigue, Bayard led early against the Ramblerettes before slipping in the second half. The team anticipates a conference rematch on January 20 at Bayard.
Bayard Reds opened at Scranton Friday, then played Coon Rapids Saturday. They led 18-7 early against Scranton but lost 53-46 after costly second quarter errors. The next night they rallied to overtake Coon Rapids after a rough start.
Generous advice for December birthday individuals urging calm diplomacy. It urges avoiding dictatorial behavior, proving integrity, and maintaining high motives to preserve esteem and community position. Mentions Jack Stone December 22 Sherry Ramaekers December 24 Lyle Hight December 26.
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