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Newspaper
Eldora Herald Ledger
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1950
Page
9
Mary Lu Heslop argues directions shape success in school activities and work. Students who follow instructions learn initiative and reliability while those who ignore directions risk failure or dismissal. The piece urges careful listening and timely compliance to avoid trouble.
The notice lists events from November including Ag instructors here on the 14th, a basketball game for Cole Girls, a lecture course on the 15th, seniors pictures on the 15th, FFA Harvest Ball on the 18th, and another lecture course on the 21st.
The page lists staff roles for HLI-LITES including Roberta Essig editor Orlan Mitchell Mary Lu Heslop Ruth Guenther sports editor Betty Willig and other contributors such as Darrell Scott Glen Gaede Rita Jacobs Dolores Dixon and more reporters typists and advisors.
Verlene Huehn named captain of the EHL cheer squad with Janice Person Ruth Guenther and Shirley Follet as the four chosen from nine candidates. Each tried out individually, with Verlene and Janice previously as cheerleaders. Coach Mr. Britsch leads. new white uniforms from the football squad complete the look.
Missionary James C. Holden spoke to high school and junior high students on Tuesday morning November 7 at 41 am. He described a imaginary plane trip to Colombia South America and shared experiences and foods from Latin America. A display showcased crafts from the region including mahogany salad bowls and horsehair baskets, with noon hour shopping available.
The article notes the band resumes work after filming a halftime rehearsal for the Dollar Day parade on November 15 and continues toward the Christmas concert. Band uniforms will be provided by the Band Boosters. Orchids to the production Thunder Rock and to Mr Hoag for the fine work. A question about the vocal department asks how Birthday Charlie appeared in singers’ strains.
Eastern girls physical education classes practice forehand backhand and service strokes in tennis, a sport new to the school. Under Miss Milliken guidance the girls drill hard, enjoy fitness benefits, have watched a teaching film, drawn court diagrams, and look forward to playing regular games possibly producing a standout player.
Eldora High reflects on five graduating seniors Mitchell Lyman Mitch ell Jim Lyman Willard Wehrman Beep Anderson as vacant spots open in the 1940s era lineup. Mitchell and Lyman played tackle and guard alternatingly while Anderson moved from guard to backfield. Wehrman, a reliable guard in practice, departs after three years of service. The piece honors their teamwork and wishes them luck in life and future goals.
A lively tone covers Halloween antics at school with mild pranks such as soap on tar. Gordon D. mislaid a box of chocolates from Pipers that turned out to be empty. Ramona smiles as Marvin Reed from Cornell visits. A senior ring possibly belongs to Marvin Broer. Verlee learns to drive, and Jerry Balvant talks Lovey as Harvest Ball tickets go on sale via the FFA.
A light hearted column ponders the senior class absence from tomorrow’s activities, mentions student appearances in pictures, and notes ongoing plays and sports practice. It wishes luck to the Tigerettes and new cheerleaders making their first appearance tonight.
The school library offers multiple books on basketball fundamentals including foot work shooting ball handling and team and individual defense. Notable titles are Murphy's Basketball and Championship Basketball by Nat Holman with Meissner and Myers on girls basketball.
American Institute of Business in Des Moines advertises bookkeeping study with free adding machine. Highlights strong job demand for graduates from A B. Describes accounting as the best paid profession and promises future career opportunities.
Fragmentary item mentions Chant Mook of Sharia and Myron Oppenhieneyne with references to tennis terms and a list of garbled terms. Lacking clear persons, places, or events, the readable bits imply a sports or personal profile note with uncertain specifics.
Fifth graders plan a pioneer and Indians Thanksgiving display while recalling a recent 6 0 football game. Miss Osc’s Must Angs beat Miss Officer’s Eagles 6 to 0 as Mike Crosser returned a pass for the only touchdown.
Lite Poll gathers favorite annoyances from Carroll Walters Gordon Dickenson Tom Irwin Bob Bateson Rita Jacobs Mr Bauer Mary Lu Heslop Roberta Essig Mary Jo Short Jerry Short Aletha Rebschull. The mix spans trivial habits and common social irritations across a neighborhood.
November birthdays listed for seniors Ruth Guenther Mar lin Smith and many juniors sophomores and freshmen. Names include Gordon Lamb Mary Krejer Dolores Bright David Wilson Bette Trout Carol Armstrong Gary Parker Larry Prosser Patricia Krominga Mary Ann Schultz Jane Granzow Jerry Crosser Thelma Vasey Barbara Holcomb Jim Foster Dick Smith Bill Cleveland.
Eldora FFA members elected five candidates for Chapter Sweetheart by a corn vote system. Verlene Huehne, Bette Trout, Dixie Crosley, Peggy Estes, and Nancy Heslop will compete, with necklaces awarded and the queen choosing a blue or white FFA jacket as prize.
Red Cedar wood is used most commonly in making lead pencils. Balan invented the flash fight.
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