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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1949

Page

9

Marriage of Kenneth Henningsen and Elaine Westergard

Social News: Elaine Westergard marries Kenneth Henningsen in a double ring ceremony at St Pauls Lutheran on Tuesday with Rev Hansen officiating. Bride given by father, bridesmaids and family detailed. Reception, wedding cake, and 100 guests noted. couple to reside near Emmetsburg after a Dakota Canada honeymoon. Also notes on anniversary celebrations, birthdays, and WSCS picnic.

Kenneth Henningsen Dale Larsen Lowell Kiehl Lloyd Simonsen Joyce Rierson Josie Ann Baedke Caral Larsen Josephine Doyersene Marilyn Thoreson Betty Westerfeard Dorene Larsen Jroom Emmet Rolfson Earl Sorenson Leslie Dalen Olaf Rierson Martin Baedke Armand Larsen Jorgen Largen Frans Swanson Lake Center Emmetsburg Dakotas Canada

We Gallant Blade Larry Parka M Chapman

An OCR fragment notes a Thursday August 11 entry featuring the phrase We Gallant Blade and mentions individuals Larry Parka and M Chapman in a likely event or caption. The readable text provides no clear context or full details beyond the names and date fragment.

We Gallant Blade Larry Parka M. Chapman

Pyramid Rivets in Queen Elizabeth Ship Detail

The plan describes rivet quantities to form a pyramid over 25,000 cubic feet for the Queen Elizabeth superliner. A wind deflecting slot in the bridge keeps officers standing there dry and untouched by blowing snow or rain.

Insecticide DDT Seen As Best Now, Cornell Entomologist Says

A Cornell entomologist states that DDT is the most promising insecticide in use today and likely to remain so for some time, despite the emergence of newer, more powerful products.

Cornell

Norwegian shipping and poultry caution headlined

National Geographic Society notes Norway’s 1840 merchant fleet ranked fourth globally by ship tonnage relative to population. It compares per capita shipping to the United States and cites poultry disease risks in mixed flocks, with advice from Michigan State College’s Charles Reed on poultry management and farm sanitation.

Norway National Geographic Society Orway United States Charles Reed Michigan State College Reed

Winter street conditions raise auto death risk

Winter accidents rise with icy streets 53 percent more fatalities than in summer as drivers face longer stopping distances. A car at 20 mph needs about 169 feet to stop on ice versus 21 feet on dry concrete, highlighting dangers of winter driving.

The camel described as ship of the desert and mean

The camel is portrayed as the ugliest and meanest animal with a sad temper, bursts of anger, and poor personal habits. It has few friends among camels and is widely disliked, reflecting a harsh view of its character.

Church Notices From Immaculate Conception and Paul’s Lutheran

Immaculate Conception Church lists Masses Sunday at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Confessions first and third Saturdays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Paul’s Lutheran Church notes Luther League tonight at Town Church 8 p.m. Choir practice Friday 8 p.m. at Town Church. Sunday School Graettinger 10:00 and South Walnut 10:30. Morning worship 9:80 at South Walnut and 11:00 in Graettinger. Wednesday Ladies Aid South Walnut 2:30 p.m. Visitors welcome at St Pauls.

Immaculate Conception

Dr. R. C. Biggs Optometrist Ad at Emmet County Bank

An advertisement touts Dr. R. C. Biggs as an optometrist offering glasses fitting and repairs. It stresses eye care, professional expertise, and a broad local and regional patient base with emphasis on correct power and shape for each case.

Emmet County R. C. Biggs

Dismantled rifle kills 16 year old in Montana

A dismantled .22 rifle discharged in a car seat fatally striking 16 year old Donald Holder. The Montana youth was visiting his grandmother in Carroll when the accident occurred.

Donald Holder Montana Carroll

Notice of Appointment of Executor in Luchsinger Estate

Notice is hereby given that L. R. Luchsinger has been duly appointed and qualified as Executor of the Estate of Bernice J. Luchsinger late of Palo Alto County, deceased. All indebted persons must pay promptly and those with claims will file with the District Court Clerk for allowance.

State OF Iowa Palo Alto County Bernice J. Luchsinger District Court Burt & Prichard

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