Auldén Wilson announces Donna Hinkel engagement
Wadena residents learn of the engagement and forthcoming marriage of Donna Mae Hinkel to Roger Candee of Volga. The ceremony is set for Navy 9 at 2 30 p m in the Wadena Presbyterian Church. Hinkel works at Rath Packing Co in Waterloo. Candee attends the American Technical School in Des Moines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auldén Wilson
Wadena
Wilson
Donna Mae Hinkel
Roger Candee
Volga
Wilbur Johnson
Janet
Arthur Pederson
Waterloo
Satur
Er Struss
Joyce DeCook
Pella
Jennie Carpenter
Butch” Fuller
Chicago
Darryl Johnson
600 Club
Mdms
Elmer Struss
Pearl Johnson
Harold Corbin
Chester Orton
Dubuque
Henry Larson
Arthur Phillips
Des ‘Moines
Dawson Clark
Veterans’ Hospital
Iowa City
E Ware
Veterans’ ‘Hospital
New Driving Hazard Emerges With Early Sunset Warnings
State safety officials warn of increased risk as early winter sunsets create blinding glare for drivers. Frank Ulish urges pedestrians to cross with extra care and drivers to slow down when approaching westbound traffic and farm machinery on highways during harvest season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Safety Department
Alish
Ulish
Message from Dorothy Houghton Advisor on Refugee Relief Program
A letter from Mrs. Dorothy Houghton, adviser of the Refugee Relief Program at the Department of State in Washington DC, includes a prayer seeking guidance and humility in aid work. The text reflects personal reflections on reliance on divine help rather than strength or capability.
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Dorothy Houghton
Department of State
Washington, D.C
Ill and Hospitalized At Rochester Minn Albert Schupbach
Ill and hospitalized notices list Albert Schupbach as a patient at Methodist hospital in Rochester Minnesota with family visits from Mr and Mrs Louis Lehman Mrs Albert Schupbach and Lena Schupbach last Thursday He had previously been at St Joseph hospital in New Hampton In Rochester Dr and Mrs R A Crider returned from Rochester where he had tests and plans further testing At Iowa City George Nydegger is hospitalized at Children’s hospital confirmation Iowa City
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Rochester
Minn
Albert Schupbach
Methodist Hospital
Louis Lehman
Lena Schupbach
St. Joseph Hospital
New Hampton
R. A. Crider
Worrell Hospital
Iowa City
George Nydegger
Children’s Hospital
Two Newborns Reported in Local Farms and Town
Mr and Mrs Robert Helms of Postville welcome Monte William born Friday Oct 25 at Postville hospital weighing 9 ½ lbs Mrs Helms formerly Frances Larson Mr and Mrs Lyle Butikofer of Waters welcome daughter Linda Rae born Oct 14 She has four brothers plus a correction note about misprint in Echo quarterly school report correcting Charles Capper tractor use payment from 180 to 18 dollars
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Robert Elms
Monte William
Postville Hospital
Helms
Frances Larson
Lyle Butikofer
Waters
Linda Rae
The
Echo
Charles Capper
Battleship Iowa Ends Last Voyage
Iowa press notes the battleship Iowa completes its final voyage with about 35 Iowans aboard and hints it could be recalled in an emergency. Governor Loveless declines early invitation while Lt. Governor Nicholas heads a state delegation amid pride in the ship.
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Pride of
Iowa
Herschel ‘Loveless
Wm. ‘Nicholas
Towans
Five Iowa Town Hospitals Win Federal Building Grants
The state hospital advisory board approved building aid for five hospital construction projects in Waterloo Des Moines Ottumwa and Cedar Rapids with two Cedar Rapids facilities receiving grants. Total aid exceeds 1 756 000 with local funds matching two dollars for each federal dollar. Davenport Osteopathic hospital was deferred as plans were not ready. Des Moines held a crowded primary race last week with 20 candidates vying for three seats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Hospital Advisory ‘Board
Waterloo
Des Moines
Ottumwa
Cedar Rapids
Davenport Osteopathic Hospital
Change Day for License Applications at West Union
A new schedule shifts driver's license exams at West Union from Saturday to every Wednesday with staff present 8:00 to 4:30. Examiners will also be at Elkader each Friday. The changes take effect November 1.
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West Union
Elkader
Talk School Merger Public meeting at Wadena gym on merger plans
A citizens committee led by Bernard Roys reported that after reviewing all angles a merger with Clermont Elgin Consolidated appears best. The panel will push county board meetings and petitions, a process that may take months. Dr Wolf and others spoke about local experiences and answered questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Committee
Bernard Roys
Floyd Thompson
Jack Erickson
Sid Corbin
Clermont-Elgin Consolidated
Roys
Dr. Wolf
Wadena
Paul Zurbriggen
Chm
Max Meherry
G. J. Mosby
Brother and Sister Die Within a Week
Two deaths in the same family occurred within a week. Charles Odegard, 73, died October 23 at Fayette County home from coronary trouble. Funeral held at Muehlethaler funeral home with Rev Bruce Boyce. burial in Marion cemetery at Gunder. Rose Buroden, 68, died October 28 at the home of Kenneth and Mrs Ruroden. funeral arrangements by Muehlethalers pending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Odegard
Rose Buroden
Marion
Gunder
Ruroden
Kenneth Ruroden
Muehlethalers
S S Officer At West Union Court House
A representative of the Waterloo Social Security office will be in West Union at the Court House on November 5 and 19 from 10 00 a m to 12 00 noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo Social Security Office
West Union
Court House
Engagement Notice for Patricia L Wirs to Bob Murray
Grundy Center announces the engagement of Patricia L Wirs to Bob Murray son of Mrs Madge Murray of Wadena No wedding date has been set yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. and Wirs
Wm. Grover
Grundy Center
Patricia L
Bob Murray
Madge Murray
Wadena
Scouts Aid Goodwill Bags Distribution
The Boy Scouts have distributed goodwill bags for contributions to Goodwill Industries. Bags will be picked up Saturday morning November 2. Donations include usable clothing shoes drapes and other fabric to aid the handicapped in becoming self supporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boy Scouts
Fire crews respond to oil stove trouble at trailer home
Elgin firemen were called to the Ed Lehman trailer home Sunday evening for an oil stove problem. Very little damage resulted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Ed Lehman
Paul Sires Heads Firm of Four
The Sires Realty Co. of Waterloo has purchased a dwelling and remodelled it for a real estate office. Associated with Paul Sires in the firm are two salesmen from Cedar Falls and one from Waterloo. The firm is a member of the Waterloo Multiple Listing Exchange and the Waterloo Real Estate Board. It engages in the brokerage of homes and farms as well as sale of property and insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Sires Realty Co
Waterloo
Paul Sires
Cedar Falls
Lions Club Meeting Highlights and Plans at Elgin
Walter Yeager governor of Lions 84A spoke at the Elgin school meeting praising local activity and international comradeship. Guests included C E district teachers and Clifford Medberry. Plans discussed for Otter creek dam for skating and for pancake day on the second Saturday in December with Guernsey Smith named general chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Yeager
Lions Clubs
Waterloo
Lions Club
Elgin
C-E
Clifford Medberry
Otter Creek
Capper Farm
Guernsey Smith
Announcement of 1958 Plymouths by Torkelson Motor Co
Torkelson Motor Co. announces the new 1958 Plymouths this week. The model had not arrived yesterday but was expected soon. The 1958 Chryslers were also to be here for inspection, but the shipment was delayed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Torkelson Motor Co
General WSCS to Meet November 7
The Woman's Society of Christian Service will meet Thursday afternoon November 7 at St. Paul's Methodist Church. Hostesses are Mrs. Robert Kohlernd Mrs. Robert Wilson. Worship led by Mrs. Thomas E. Howard with lesson by Mrs. Herbert Dumm ermut h. Mrs. L L Kiple's kindergarten class will sing two songs and contributed money to Harriet Ballou day nursery in Sioux City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Society of Christian Service
CES Card Party at Masonic Hall Thursday
The Eastern Stars will hold a public card party at the Masonic hall Thursday evening November 7 at 8 00 oclock. Bridge and 500 will be played. Sfpe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Masonic Hall
Mushroom found near Elberon by Luzerne resident
Mrs. Fred Kriz of Luzerne found a 14 and 4 pound mushroom in the timber near Elberon. The mushroom appeared fresh and good for eating according to the report.
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Fred Kriz
Luzerne
Elberon
Local Farmer Knocked Down by Bull in Barnyard Incident
Yohn Vogel of Guer John Vonsey was charged by a young bull in the barnyard. He fell to the ground but the animal did not continue the attack after the initial strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yohn Vogel
Guer
John Vonsey
Vogel
James H. Wilson Died October 25 At 80 In Wa dena
James H. Wilson, 80, of Wadena, died at his farm home Friday evening after an extended illness due to a heart condition. He retired from farming but remained at the farm. He was president of Fayette County Mutual Insurance Assn. for 35 years, stepping down two or three years ago. Surviving are his widow, a daughter Ruth of Waterloo, and a son Charles of Washington, D. C. Funeral services were held at the Wadena Presbyterian Church Monday afternoon with burial in Illyria cemetery.
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James H. Wilson
Wadena
Ruth
Waterloo
Charles
Washington, D. C
Combined sheriff and patrol air on Iowa secondary roads
The sheriff and highway patrol report a five day program in eight Iowa counties yielding 288 tickets on secondary roads. Seventy summonses, 23 warnings, and 195 faulty equipment tickets issued. Violations include failure to stop at signs, excessive speed, and improper passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Herrick
Iowa
Allamakee
In Service Receives Discharge
L C Doug las Chapman son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Chapman returned home Friday from San Diego after discharge in San Francisco October 10. He served four years in the Navy and circled the world during his service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L.C. Douglas Chapman
Arthur Chapman
San Diego
Calif
San Francisco
Navy
Elgin Auto Firm Falbs Marks 50th Year of Service
The Falb family firm in Elgin celebrates 50 years in business and announces 1958 Buick and Chevrolet models. George H Falls, owner for 33 years, leads seven staff in a three day anniversary event with door prizes and refreshments. Cub Scouts also held a Halloween meeting at the schoolhouse.
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Elgin
Den
Lee Boleyn
Alan Caspers
Robert Shaffer
Dens
John Falb & Sons
George H. Falls
Falis
Leo Lehman
Thiele
Barney Laison
Allen Habeger
Ernie Baumgartner
Arthur Lantz
Harvey Paulsen
Louis Sutter
John P. Falb
General Service
Dale DeSart
Louis Klingman
Fal
St. Marys Triumphs Over Valley High 14 to 13
St Marys of Waterloo stood in for North High of West Union and edged Valley High 14 13 on Friday night. Roger Howard connected on a 20 yard pass to Kerr for the decisive score after a late 95 yard pass to Donlon set up the touchdown. Kenny Nelson suffered a shoulder injury reducing the Tigers’ depth.
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St. Mary's
Waterloo
North High
West Union
Valley High
Tiger
Roger Howard
Gary Hyde
Tigers
Robert Kerr
Kerr
St. Mary’s
Donlon
Valley
Kenny Nelson
Reformation Festival Draws 600 at Valley High Auditorium
About 600 people attended the Lutheran Reformation Festival held last Sunday evening in Valley High auditorium. Youth choirs from three local parishes performed on the program. Rev. Sigvald Faulke, president of Waldorf College, Forest City, spoke, with visiting pastors from Luana, West Union, Clayton Center, and New Hampton in attendance. The venue accommodated the large crowd.
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Valley High Auditorium
Sigvald Faulke
Waldorf College
Forest City
Luana
West Union
Clayton Center
New Hampton
Bridal Shower Honors Miss Mary Dinan at Harold Strong Home
Miss Mary Dinan was honored at a miscellaneous bridal shower on Oct 23 at the Harold Strong home. Guests embroidered initials on tea towels, received corsages of kitchen gadgets, and shared readings and poems like The Ideal Husband and Recipe for Marriage while presenting recipes and gifts to the bride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Dinan
Harold Strong
Siven
Emily Post
Allen Haboger
Iantha Strang
Louis Dennler
Charles Gehring
Ata Thoman
Doyle Baker
Harry Feller
Burton White
Emmett Light
Louis Dennier
Allen Habeger
George Moser Guest of Geo Vaughn Visit
George Moser of Minneapolis was a guest of Geo Vaughn from Sunday to Wednesday, staying as a visitor in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Moser
Minneapolis
Margaret Minihan Died Saturday at 82
Margaret Minihan 82 retired school teacher died at her Elkader home Saturday of a heart attack. Lifelong resident, she taught in Clayton county rural schools and Volga school. Survived by sister Johanna. Services held Monday morning at St. Joseph's Church Elkader.
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Margaret Minihan
Elkader
Clayton County
Volga School
Johanna
St. Joseph’s Church
Production of Sweet Potatoes From 20 Plants Noted
Lorenz Baum bach of Red Oak harvested three bushels of sweet potatoes this year from twenty plants, highlighting a modest yield for home gardening and local farming.
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Wadena News
Iowa Press
KR. J. Quackenbush
Iowa Nursing Home Association
Bigness Bankers of
Towa
Towa Bankers Association
Eric Johnston
International Development Advisory Board
Freedom
W. Earl ‘Hall
Masonity
Radio Free Europe
West Germany
Iowa Board of Regents
National Safety Council
Grinnell
S.S
Paul
Plymouths
General
WSCS
CES Card Party
Wadena Presbyterian Church
Illyria
Cubs
John Falb
General Motors
Buick
Chevrolet
John Fale
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