Community News Roundup From Clermont and Nearby
Neighbors visit and celebrate birthdays at various homes in Clermont. Guests include the Vasbys and Shiptons, with visits from Griebenows, Reincsons, Amundsons, and others. Hospital checkups, social visits, bridge clubs, and Legion activities populate a weekend of small town events with families traveling to Waterloo and Manchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Vasby
Veterans Hospital
Elmer Trude
Iowa City
Raymond Friederich
Jacob Friederich
Janice
Debra
Millard Kamaus
Len Simek
L. L. Whitworth
Waterloo
Charles Becker
Louis Becker
Clarence Becker
Elgin
Harvey Meyer
Harlo Meyer
Clemont
Millard Nelson, Jr
Dean Loftsgard
Harlan Schultz
Harlan Schultz, Jr
Schultz
J.J. Halverson
Grand Forks
No. Dak
Gaylord Jacobs
Charles Heiser
Marion Moore
Louis Olson
Chas. Heiser
Lorranne Crowe
Sheehan-Olson Legion Post No. 375
Ladies’ Bridge Club
Oil Tank Heater Blast On Farmer Krueger Farm
Fire department responded to an explosion at Mrs. Clara Krueger’s farm near a barn oil tank heater. Alfred Baechler alerted authorities around 8 30 PM. Firefighters extinguished the blaze with damage limited to the water heater. Mrs. Krueger is away for winter and FFA boys keep sheep on the farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Krueger
Alfred Baechler
Christmas Tree Safety Tips From Iowa Health Dept
The Iowa State Department of Health cautions that holiday rushes can spark accidents and notes the Christmas tree is often involved. The tips aim to reduce risks and keep the season merry and safe with practical safety guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa State Department of Health
Safe Christmas Tree Care and Electrical Safety Tips
Select a freshly cut tree stored outdoors and keep it outside until ready to set up. Keep the base in water or wet sand, place the tree in a cool room corner, and limit heat sources. Anchor the tree with wire, inspect lights for faults, and position bulbs above branches to reduce fire risk. Check needles for browning, avoid overloads, and secure extension cords to prevent trips.
Warning on Home Fire Safety And Preparedness
Advice urges turning off lights and unplugging devices before leaving or sleeping to prevent fires. Emphasizes risk even with careful planning and advises keeping the Fire Department number by the phone and ensuring everyone knows how to act in an emergency.
Practical Holiday Fire Safety Advice
The note recommends having a fire extinguisher or a pail of water in a closet near the tree, suggesting it could be lifesaving if a fire starts. It emphasizes preparedness and quick action as prudent precautions.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Clermont
Louis Schutte & Son
Clermont and
Postville
Moore
Harry Gunderson
Edwin Olson
Maynard
Jacob Wanders
Steven
Katherine Carmichael
Henry Stelzmiller
West Union
Elmer Cook
Servisoft Soft Water Service
Easte
Servisoft
Anderson
Postville, Iowa
Harvey Farms
Farmall M
McCormick
McCormick Mower
McCormick Corn Planter
Dearborn Ealer
Oliver
Robert EE. Meyer
Diz” Dean
Luana Sav. Bank
R. T. Martin
Paul N. Moser
Iowa
E. R. Withell
State Bank
Elkader
M. F. Schlein
N. Lawler
Lows
Ace
Marianna Propane CO
Distributors of
ARROW
Dacron
Prince Gardner
Tepettes
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!