01 Aug 1968
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1968
Page
1
Journal notes a rambling, error ridden column mixing names like Governor Hughes and Aras Chel with barber shop reminiscences, a daring fashion misstep by a photographer, and a playful mock headline about a swimming pool incident. The piece reads like a crowded community page with faded details and humorous asides.
A garbled reminiscence recalls a contested election scene and a governor named Hewes. It mentions Bichter Wavison and Saupe fre wet ave Been, with references to aides and possible Republican involvement, but many words are unclear and confusing.
Social Security district office at Fort Dalse Emmetsdurz courthouse announces a contact schedule with times and dates in July August and September. Estherville City Hall lists sessions at 10:30 and additional times. details include locations and times for citizen appointments and outreach, with dates in July August and September.
A low cost space in a Methodist church is offered for rent. Howard Manson and Fire Chief Wm Young are named figures, with Rev Ronald Swedberg associated with the church. The item reads as a brief classified notice for community space.
The Times notes Graettinger will honor Motty Pitcher Day on August 7 with an Auxiliary event selling war bonds and stamps. Local residents join harvest work, war news updates, and a church installation event featuring Rev. Fred Jacobsen. A benefit All Star Wedding staged by Graettinger actors raised funds for Amity and USO.
A dramatic delayed account of the Battle of Midway is featured at the Down Library Lane event. The program includes interviews with Japanese and American survivors, official reports, diaries, and a broad view of both sides. The piece covers strategy, courage, and the saga of a decisive naval action. A note lists drivers license exam dates in Estherville Emmetsburg Spencer Spirit Lake and other towns.
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