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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1932
Page
5
The Graettinger financial statement for year ending March 31, 1932 shows a cash balance of 3788.27, likely the largest in town history aside from the bonus funds used for City Hall construction. Since Mayor Spies took office four years ago the balance rose from under 2000 as equipment for City Hall was purchased and utilities upgraded.
Mrs John Johnson of northeast Gracttingar returned from Ft Myer Florida after two months away her mother fell ill and died the day before her arrival. After the funeral her stepfather died suddenly on the street as he returned home. No further details on the mother's death or the stepfather were learned. The community offers sympathy to Mrs Johnson and her family.
The Times reports A R McMullen will continue as Graettinger schools head for another year. The superintendent and present teachers were re hired by the board. McMullen is pleased with Graettinger and the schools and has accepted a one year contract. Patrons and pupils praise his leadership after a successful year.
B J Bradley of Vernon township called at the Times office yesterday to renew his subscription for another year. He has been a subscriber since the paper’s establishment in Graettinger and is recovering from a lengthy illness. His friends hope milder weather brings full recovery.
A calm first week of April brings little sign of spring despite expectations. The calendar hints at spring, but weather patterns show otherwise. A heavy warm rain could hasten the season, warning that warmer days are not yet here.
Rev Father Kelly is due home from Rochester Sunday morning after a month of medical treatment at Mayo hospital. His niece Misa Vivian Kelly will drive to Rochester Friday and be joined by Misa Katherine Hubbard as they travel from Rochester. A single baseball game is scheduled for April 46 with one game remaining.
A. G. Obrecht, 66, Spencer insurance agent, died at a Milwaukee crossing on Highway 18 near Emmetsburg Saturday night. He was en route to Playver to spend Sunday with his wife. A former president of the First National Bank of Havelock, he is survived by his wife and daughter, Mrs. G. D. Shumway, Des Moines.
A Groalinger area road embargo trapped C C Wikert’s truck in his own garage as highway officials refused to grant an exit. He had to file a proper appeal to release the machine, underscoring how orders are orders in the dispute.
A high school carnival last night drew a large crowd as Slims defeated Fats 13 to 11 in a two team event. Earlier the Lean team edged the Fat squad 23 to 71 in a separate game, with gymnasiums packed and receipts far surpassing expectations.
The melting snow and heavy rain damaged county state and federal roads. Old mud holes worsened with moisture and hampered travel for weeks. Sunshine and mild winds Tuesday offered some relief.
A Nebraska report notes sand in pastures harming farm horses. Animals, starved for forage, consume sand from clipped grass. One horse’s stomach contained two quarts of sand upon examination. A Milford music contest drew Seventeen entries with divergent judge rankings. Superior resident Hannah Wade lost her home to fire. local fire company responded but chemical tank failed. Spirit Lake fire unit aided nearby property, preventing spread.
Kelly Gammon from Los Angeles, March 31, 1932, sends a Times subscription payment and notes a mild winter followed by excellent beach weather. He mentions moving into general insurance with C. B. "Bob" Graham and his uncle, Mr. Barr, once of Sioux City, with offices located in Bell, California.
Arthur W. Smith, current county attorney, seeks re election on the Republican ticket after four years in office. Margaret Hagan of Ayrshire seeks Democratic nomination for county recorder, with teaching background in Gilmore City and Palo Alto County.
Local residents accuse Supervisor J. M. Robinson of Graet tinger of traffic woes. Since taking office he has faced a severe snow sequence and worsening road conditions. His Democratic supporters defend his efforts and patience amid weather and county road troubles.
Contestants in the state music contest at Hatherville Saturday earned praise with a first place and several seconds and thirds. Graettinger participants performed creditably, with full names to run in next week’s Times.
Ray Ruby of the Osgood neighborhood acted as a caller at the Times office Saturday and reports injuries from March 8. He was thrown from a wagon causing the wheel to run across his ankle, leaving him with a serious limp. No bones were broken, but intense pain persisted for several days and nights.
Myo and Mrs John DeLawyer and family depart for Amery Wisconsin to establish a new home on a forty acre farm owned by a relative. Mr DeLawyer plans highway construction work and the locality supports independent grading and gravelling outfits as no contracts are let locally. The move deprives Graettinger of a valued family while well wishes go with them to the new location.
At City Hall on Tuesday an open forum on Balancing the National Budget drew a good crowd. O R Gardner spoke passionately for prohibition after initially listening, while P J Paulsen and C C Larsen sparked the beer discussion. The Commercial club sponsored a successful evening with strong talks and broad participant engagement.
Mrs. Hannah Warde of Superior suffered a double tragedy as within two weeks two of her sisters died and her home was burned to the ground. She is a cousin of Mrs M O Grod land of this city and has faced repeated misfortune.
Impassable side roads force cancellation of the Hawkeye Saturday night program of big week. Hawkeye may open April 16 if weather and road conditions permit. New council met Monday evening with P. J. McCarty chosen as city clerk for the ensuing year. Marshal appointment deferred. A board of health meeting was held and the mayor and council organized as a board of review.
Jena Mortensen reported his coupe was damaged after leaving the road and striking a rock. The incident caused notable losses to Mortensen and was noted by local observers.
Special agents A A Murphy and H P Mason under Sheriff W G Gorlon halted a Buick coupe driven by D J Meyers near the county line and seized 213 gallons of liquor bound from Milwaukee to western towns. Meyers, claimed resident of Le Mars, was jailed in Estherville after the car, with radio and smoke screen, was driven to the courthouse steps. Authorities planned to question Meyers as county and city officers reviewed license records and possible theft angles.
A farmer used his team of horses to pull stranded motorists from a mud hole east of Crippen corner. Reported earnings ranged up to $106 a day, but the figure is likely exaggerated while noting he did make good wages from the rescues.
Graettinger Nursery gears up for spring sales as George mails 2000 catalogs to customers and prospects. Planting will start with rush once spring arrives, signaling active season ahead. Three autos wreck on pavement east of Estherville as one car fails to clear an oncoming vehicle.
A Bible and Missionary Conference is held at Lost Island Lutheran Church from April to 10 conducted by Rev Dixon from Augsburg Seminary Minneapolis and Missionary Joe Girtz from Santol India. Meetings begin Wednesday evening at 8 and run every evening and all day Sunday with prayer and meditation Friday April 8 set aside for prayer and contemplation.
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