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Emmetsburg Democrat

Location

Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1950

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Founding of Parish Dates Back to 1872

The first Congregational church in Mannetsburg traces its founding to 1872 with twelve signers on February 12 and trustees T. W. Barrison John L. Lawy T. Cunnilus We TW Booth and PLS Krown. Re-dedication scheduled for Sunday December 10 featuring Rev. Dr. J. E. Fiebiger as morning speaker. The church has been remodeled and redecorated. De Mayer-Oakes writes its deaf church history.

First Congregational Church J. E. Fiebiger de. T. Mayer-Oakes Mannetsburgs Ite Corporation Cinetud T. W. Barrison John L. Lawy T. Cunnilus TW. Booth Pls Krown

Three Hawks Earn All-Lake Grid Honors

Jim Vaughan quarterback on the TTH Hawks earned first team honors, Leonard Jonson was placed at tackle on the second team, and Jim Frost earned a center spot as part of the All-Lake Conference football selections announced this week.

Euumnetsivits Sec Hakes Jim Vaughan TTH Hawk Leonard Jonson Jim Frost

Future Subscribers Births and Names Noted

Feral area births announced include a son to Mr and Mrs Princis Savith in Arratire on December 6. Earlier, a son was born to Mr and Mrs Norman Williams in Eninetsburs on December 5.

Keemnt Feral Has Norman Willaims Eninetsburs Princis Savith Arratire

Stores Set Late Evening Hours for December 13 Merchants

Emmetsburg merchants vote to open late Wednesday December 13 at 9 pm to assist Christmas shoppers. The measure adds to the four subsequent evenings December 20 through 25 and follows a Chamber of Commerce meeting. A $150 door prize went unclaimed by Lyleey Schmidt of Mallard. Santa Claus will croSs Emmetsburg Saturday from 2 to 3 pm distributing treats.

Btmetsburg Chamber of Comerce Cremps Caos Oler Lyleey Schmidt Af Mallard

Snowfall Totals Rise as Weekend Storm Lingers

A messy gusty system brings about 5.42 inches of snow with mixed rain across the region. Temperatures edge down to near zero Wednesday then warm to around 22 degrees by Thursday as the storm slowly moderates and wind speeds ease.

Wilkings

Yule Bonus For Penney Co Staff Across Year End

Penney Co board approves a year end bonus for fulltime associates employed for the full year. The payout covers two weeks of pay and applies to regular staff, parttime workers, and eligible casual employees, with totals varying by tenure and company profits.

Yule Penney Co Hoc Benney Bas Crib Tao Alb Penney Associates

Drake grid numeral for Lou Papadakes

Lou Papadakes of Emmetsburg has been awarded a varsity football honor at Drake University Des Moines. Drake athletics director Russ Cook announced Papadakes is a strong candidate for next year’s varsity team.

Tou Paparlad Emmetsburs Drake University Des Moines Russ Cook Drake Athleth Papadikes Drake Uy Pin Lou Mra Charles Papadaloss Bua Johnny Urlecht

Hospital Notes A List Of Recent Toc Hospital Admits

A clipped hospital note lists recent admissions including Mrs Bob Stroup of Mal lind Mrs William Voist of Gradt Unger Mrs Joe Ensley of Maainetsburg Mrs Norman Thompson of Cydlind and Mrs Ann Mulroney of Enunetaburs Delores Pugstey of Rad unin among others with dates in December.

Toc Heispital Bob Stroup Mallind Dee William Voist Gradt- Unger Joe Ensley Maainetsburg Normen Thompson Cydlind Dee. Ji Tay Slaver Redman Ann Mulroney Enunetaburs

Sheldon man Frank Dudas appointed club operator

Frank Dudas of Sheldon is named club operator replacing resigning Hilde Fredericks at the Wine Widthark Country Club. Dudas, with two daughters, will oversee operations and golf activities. he previously worked at Spencer Country Club. Fredericks leaves for Port Dose as the new appointees finalize duties.

Frank Dudas Sheldon Wiethhark Olea Fredericks Wort Dadwe Bert Kling Nan Neal Club Dudis Seroma Cavalry Tie Fredericks Port Dose Dadas Elihouse Rank Dada Wrodericks Vita Mumber Spencer Country Club Trak Tisrfuetinn Kilngaman

Christmas Aid Drive Helps Needy Families in County

Time’s here to aid needy at Christmas as Emmetsburg Publishing Co and Marguerite Caltins county welfare director sponsor a project to help destitute families. Two years of drives under Mrs Casking gathered clothing food and essentials, with donors high and county bundles needed 26 to go.

Emmetsburg Publishing Co Marguerite, Caltins Neady Casking I48 Galking Tatsuedo Lin Aseid Paka Ato

Chevrolet to Be Shown Here Saturday

A preview announced by Man Chevrolet Co describes the 781 model as featuring major improvements in brakes steering and body updates. It highlights the Powerslide transmission and refined driving comfort with options continued into the latest model year.

Chevrolet Siefery Haigshpet Chevrolet Co Hog Paige

Fire devastates home and charity aid planned

Disrupted aid scene after a fire tears through a residence of Ma. wid Mrs. Pat McGochan while several elderly residents lose belongings. Mrs. Marguerite Calkins organizes a drive for clothing and essentials as neighbors rally support.

Pat McGochan Marguerite Calkins Punty Sag Po Calkinky Cva Wwerks ibnyOne Galhing Metreetain Wasiirs

Local airman earns Air Medal for airlift duty in Europe

Sergeant Geral Weir, son of Mrs. Telen M. Weir of Emmelsburg, received the Air Medal for airlift operations between June 1961 and May 1962 in West Germany. He served with the evacuation squadron 10, aiding veterans and military personnel, and later transferred to the Air Rescue Service, with duties extending to civilian emergencies and patient transport.

Geral FL Weir Telen M. Weir Emmelsburg Aay Antonig Texas Commuyiloy Gale Mave Yayant West Germany Veterans’ Administration Air Force Ata Harmend Voitham- Han Emergencires Lph Nre

Men of Church to Serve Dinner Tonight

The Brotherhood of an ethnng Lutheran church plans a Thursday evening dinner in the pastor’s office to raise funds. Tickets are 1.24 dollars for adults and 5 cents for children. Cork Met alad leads the kitchen work and the public is invited.

Brotherhood of Ethnng Lutheran Church Dye Ney Lon Heleen Nia Cork Metalad

Local Farm Ad Listings Cattle and Equipment Sale

An 8 mile northeast area near Min netsburg lists livestock and machinery for sale. Items include 80 milk cows and related farm equipment as described in the ad. John Finn appears in the notice amid readable fragments.

Devonder Phiursday Chey Barkve Minnetsburg John Finn

Ice Aauto Truck Collision Near Osseo No Injuries Reported

Report states two drivers escaped unharmed after a auto and a truck collided on ice on a county road near Osseo. The crash damaged both vehicles, with one vehicle partially sideways and the right side of the car dented. Deputy Sheriff Vom Me Caffrey documented the incident and noted both drivers reported to authorities.

AR Anlomonie Lenek Nabeathy SUD Atmel Dred Abebeine Sherite Kinvetsbure Ako Ce Aia Mae

Cylinder Wins Thriller From Catholic High

Cylinder edged Catholic High 52 50 in a tense high school boys basketball thriller. Sideline veteran Vince Ternurda drew a foul late and Saint Herniarde split two free throws to seal the win as fans roared and the oval arena buzzed with the sudden finish.

Thas Ana Sylinder Ain Vince Ternurda Herniarde

Cylinder Girl Shot In Face In Gun Mishap

A child named Cylinder Girl was injured when a rifle fired accidentally at a farm three miles east of Cylinder, near Pugsley Place. Charles Gapen, 24, handling the rifle, caused the weapon to discharge striking the girl in the jaw and side, with witnesses describing the medical condition as serious.

Barnetsburg Pugsley Charles Gapen Pugster Ley Yeas Tara Cylinder Youngagen Birl Wan Pugsley Pilace

Spirit Lake Hawks Prepare for WLewks Game at Home

Spirit Lake high school basketball hosts WLewks Friday night as J C is out of town. The Hawks seek to rebound from a rough stretch and secure a home win to boost their current season standing. Coach Hitseman plans lineup changes and tests starting options to counter the visitors.

Spirit Lake Eiddag Lhis Beason Tne Reddy Spirit Laren Boys Seabon

Program For Band Concert Is Announced

The article outlines the upcoming band concert with details on the program and performers. It notes a variety of selections and invites the community to attend the event at the school auditorium.

Grand Jury Report on Palo Alto County Farm and Jail

The Palo Alto County Grand Jury visited the county farm and jail and prepared recommendations for improvements. The report to the Board of Supervisors calls for a full inventory and upgrades, noting deficiencies in management and operation and urging immediate action.

Palo Alto County Maio-Alto County Board of Supervisors Avai Superviaare Goa W. J. Johnson Ayrshire Vert Lyon Curlow John Bisenius Emmetsburg Cust Curlaan Snnetubure Prank Elasnbast Gractting Curtis Quinn Whittemore Carmionaxel Plover Palo Ua Grand Jury Minto Alto County

Holy Day Services Schedule in Conception of Virgin

An analysis by Garbo notes services for the Conception of the Virgin Mary. Chiat school announces class snap on Wit day. Assumption church holds midday and evening rites with masses at 6 9 o'clock on Friday and Sunday.

Airy Wil Garbo Cehureh

J H Baker and Mrs Helgen Named to Library Board

At the regular city council meeting, J H Baker and Mrs Helgen were appointed to the city library board. Mayor Helso made appointments to Elm de Mincles on the board. Q F Nock received a permit to build a 1000 garage near Harrison Park. The meeting adjourned with remarks about vision and attendance.

J.H. Baker Mrs. Helgen Helso Elm de Mincles Liebrary Baker Bo Haddin Welgen Hele Couneil Br. Heisa Q. FT

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