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Newspaper
Bedford Times Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1971
Page
5
The Bedford Development Club announced plans for extra Yuletide touches and attractions for area residents as part of holiday celebrations in the community.
The Bluegrass Scout District hosts Cub and Troop Leader Roundtables at United Methodist Church Creston Elm and Howard Thursday December 9 at 0 30 p m Cub Leaders led by Mike and Connie Ballard Troop Leaders to be led by Gene Coe Mid America Council camping director He will discuss long term camping and 1972 summer camp reservations Free turkeys drawing also planned at 8 00 p m on December 9 11 15 18 and 22 at Main and Central 10 turkeys to be given away to attendees who are present
Iowa State University held fall graduation exercises November 20 awarding diplomas to 766. Local graduates included William D. Riley Lenox agricultural business Betty Wagner Sutton Lenox physical education Sally I. Meyers Gravity applied art interior design Nancy Davidson Rusco Bedford sociology. The Development Club promoted a free turkey coupon and a free children’s movie at Hardin Theatre on December 18. Bedford stores will extend hours on December 9 15 20 21 22 23 and Saturdays December 11 and 18 for Christmas shopping plus downtown decorations.
Miss Alice Hale, longtime Bedford resident and former kindergarten teacher, writes Reveries of the Christmas changes from 1882 to 1972. She recalls horse sleighs to cars, coal lamps to electricity, candled trees to telephones, and the shift in Christmas meaning from sacred to commercial, with memories of stockings, a California orange, and family gifts amid changing homes and technology.
A reflective piece recalling old family scenes with a Seth Thomas clock, a stereoscope, and simple meals at home, contrasting with memories of Christmas teaching, Santa Claus with the Christmas spirit, and a Bedford Hy-Vee hiring note for Bob Jones after military service.
Larry Mick 12, son of Roger and Becky Mick, bowled a 245, 115, and 186 for a 546 series Saturday in the Bedford Junior League. He has a 120 average after three years of bowling. his team earned first place trophies last season and seeks another top finish this year.
Taylor County Extension Office hosts a workshop on December 6 at 7:30 p.m. led by Ray Powell with Craig Elliott outlining changes in farm income tax laws, deductions, depreciation rules, investment credits, and capital gains. All farm taxpayers urged to attend and bring a friend.
The Taylor County Cooperative Extension Service invites the public to an Open House December 9 from 1 30 until 4 30 p m at the Extension Office on Main Street in Bedford. Attendees will meet new staff and learn about expanded Iowa State University Extension services and county programs.
Funeral services for Phillip A. Terry 76 of Bedford were held Wednesday at Sham Novinger Funeral Home conducted by Carl Cummings. He died Monday November 29 1971 and burial followed at Bedford Cemetery.
Marley B Nelson a former Bedford City water works superintendent died Tuesday morning after a long illness funeral arrangements were pending at press time
Eight people were elected to the Taylor County Extension Council for a two year term beginning January 1, 1972. Newly elected members include Ivan Bennett Platte Dale Dillon Jefferson Allen Cox Mason Glenn Johnson Holt Adolph Mattes Benton Don Dalton Ross Dorothea Larsen Grant and Darrell Liefering Dallas. The council also lists nine current members with one more year to serve and retiring members who have reached the four year maximum. A dinner for all new and old members is set for December 15 at the Junction Cafe, with the 1971 organizational meeting January 5 at 8:00 p.m. in Bedford.
Burroughs Plumbing and Heating Co. earned a trip to a Vikings game in Minneapolis for top sales by American Standard Furnace Co. Glen Burroughs and his son Jeff traveled from Saturday to Monday after a 60 day period during which the firm sold and installed more than two billion BTU’s of heating equipment.
Local Thanksgiving notices list visitors from Red Oak Clarinda Mason City Carlisle Des Moines and other towns. Families such as the Youngs Davisons Paynes Kemerys Potts and Stewards hosted relatives and friends for holiday meals and events in Bedford and area towns.
The Bedford United Methodist Church's W S C S will hold a bake sale Saturday December 4 at Leonard Moore's office in Bedford starting at 9 a.m. Items include food bazaar items coffee and cookies.
Pearl Terrace Manor residents praised a November 20 craft show with over 250 attendees. More than 20 displays, including out of town entries, lined the lounge as Central Christian Choir from Moberly performed.
Chad Beemer, a Bedford newspaper carrier, painted and mounted a sign on his bicycle to celebrate Nebraska’s Thanksgiving victory over Oklahoma. The proud fan showed off the message after the game.
Taylor County Soil Conservation District is named Western Iowa winner in the 1971 World-Herald contest. A recognition dinner for district commissioners and contributors will be held December 8 at 6 30 p m at the Christian Church in Bedford. Dr Wayne Sholtes Iowa State University agronomy professor will speak, following an invitation acceptance.
Cecil Reeds and Wayne Hamblins visited the Hawaiian Islands for two weeks aboard United. They flew November 12 and returned November 26 enjoying Oahu Maui and Pearl Harbor cruises with limousine tours and shipboard scenery.
Verna Jenkins, longtime Athelstan resident and former Jenkins Grocery operator, moved last week from Ringgold Hospital Mount Ayr to Pearl Terrace Manor after a month as a hospital patient. She served as a Bedford Times-Press correspondent. friends may visit and send cards or letters.
In Clarinda Tuesday night the Bedford Bulldogs lost 52-45 after a 41-41 regulation tie that required overtime. Jack Spencer led Bedford with 20 points while Davis scored 26 for Clarinda. Bedford’s earlier 79-38 win over Diagonal is noted, with Spencer and Hardee each at 20 in that game.
Clark Strobure returned home November 19 from the Veterans Hospital in Omaha after an 11 day stay. Fernata Matheny of Glenwood formerly of Athelstan is treated at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs in room 309. Emma Price was discharged November 23 from Clarinda Municipal Hospital after three days. Edna Rimel of Bedford was admitted November 23 to Clarinda Municipal Hospital and discharged November 25.
A December 2 orientation in Creston for newly elected mayors and councilmen will be led by John M. Whitmer Jr of Iowa State University and Donald Wieh of the University of Iowa Institute of Public Affairs. The event at Bennings starts 3:00 p.m. with discussions, Q&A, and guidance on local government operations.
Three clues point to a local business leader in downtown Bedford. The subject dislikes snakes and raisins, is skilled in cooking, and denied having anything to wear despite many plays. Born in one of several states, the reveal comes next week.
A free demonstration on automotive inspection procedures will be held December 6 at Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs. Organizers from the Iowa Department of Public Safety and manufacturers will explain the state law effective January 1, 1972 and show a complete car inspection plus required equipment and forms. Sessions run 8:00 a.m. to noon and 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. First come, first served.
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