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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1925
Page
3
A 1925 Grats tin ger Times column satirizes public behavior and publicists urging people to vote with a light critique of society. It notes Atlantic City bathing suit edict debates and comments on unemployment laws, leisure, and religion with sharp wit and modern tone. It references Uncle Sam, women, air schools, and misedings about the era.
Ruthven Izank Waltons and league members plan a joint picnic at Ruthven state park with attractions sports contests and a state figure as speaker inviting public attendance for a big outdoor gathering.
The postal department reports a deficit of 37,149,000 for the fiscal year ending June 30, larger than the prior year's 24,000,000. Despite higher postage, the department calls it a backward step and notes it would take one hundred million bushels of oats to cover the deficit, with no one paying for oats raised by farmers.
Miss Hilda Knudtson earned first prize for advanced bread baking at the Minnesota State Fair last year and received a fully paid trip to Chicago. She plans to enter again for the grand championship this year. Graettinger visitors to the fair are urged to seek the Knudtson exhibits.
Lost Island Boosters 4-H girls sewing club met at Gertrude Halversons home on August 6 with 50 percent attendance. Officers named include President Gertrude Halverson Vice President Yolander Thoreson Secretary Marie Johnson Treasurer Charlotte Christianson News Editor Ardelle Christianson. Members present were Gertrude Halverson Yolander Thoreson Thyra Thoreson Marie Thoreson Mamie Bonstead Mathilda Rierson Jennette Helgip Shirley Nyborg Lillie Halverson and Ardella Christianson. Visitors included Mrs Charlie Christiansen county chair Miss Linda Spice and Mrs Starkey and daughter. The meeting opened with two songs. A piano solo by Mathilda Rierson followed. Ardell Christiansen spoke on news writing. Mrs Charlie Christensen spoke on Achievement Day. Gertrude Halverson offered tips on posters and garment marking for the State Fair. Members drafted news stories for critique by Gertrude and Ordelle. Next meeting set for August tdi at Yolenda Loregon in Loregon.
The Graettinger and Bancroft party led by Thelma Thoresen and Norman Thoresen completed a 7000 mile western excursion from Pike's Peak to Santa Barbara and Portland Oregon visiting Los Angeles San Francisco Yellowstone Park and more. They endured tire wear and rocky grades especially in Grant's Pass Oregon where descent and steep drops tested drivers. A sunrise visit atop Pike's Peak amid three inches of snow ended with a short breathless foot race. The four young Graettinger participants enjoyed the journey despite weather, showers, and romance, noting cost per passenger at 35.60 and the trip's many points of interest.
Methodist services list morning worship at 11 with sermon Bit by Bit and special music, Epworth League at 7 15, gospel team from Dickens to lead evening worship, orchestra, youth membership class Friday 8 pm, children's class Saturday 3 pm. Danish Lutheran details include Sunday School at 9 30 and English services at 10 45 South Walnut and 2 pm Gmachtinger, plus Wednesday choir practice and Lu ther League event August 21 at Miss Bertha Rasmussen's. Norwegian Lutheran notes invite full attendance, Sunday services in Norwegian at 11, song service at 8 with violin, sermonette by L G C Masted, piano solos by Gudrid Nane and Mele Odette, pastor Temp.
Local notices urge repairs to city show props before the new school term starts. Officials emphasize cost savings from fixing existing sets rather than purchasing replacements.
An ad touts SQUART DNA fencing as durable and rust resistant with zinc content claims. It pitches galvanized fence with RISD STRAND, promises proof of zinc superiority, and mentions incidental topics about parking, chickens, and building projects. It ends with a teaser to watch next week's ad.
A cartoonish correction notes Alfred Rude was not linked to Lowman bootlegging and had worked for Rock Island at Hatherville while Art Hansen and Rude were at the Lowman place for a trip. The Times clarifies the mistake and defends the innocence of the worker. A separate ad humorously urges life insurance and gifts for a widow, contrasting prudent planning with comic holiday imagery.
An eastern man in California writes to the Los Angeles Times about a prize for truthfully portraying California. He critiques overdone business, inflated prices, and heat as he paints a vivid, humorous landscape from San Diego to the Golden Gate. The verse mocks “Ananias Club” stores, star marriages, and grapefruit, ending with a rustic note on cows and barley.
Sugar 12 tbs for 4.20, Bee Golden Red Coffee 2 lbs, Butter Nut Coffee 10 lb pail 4.20, Peaberry Coffee none better, Certo for preserving 0.29, White Syrup Gas pail 0.5, Salmon wood pink 1 lb. These prices are good for this week only.
A lyrical piece mixes coastal imagery with a skeptical view of migration and work. It contrasts dreamlike promises of land and jobs on the West with harsh realities, noting sand, snow, drought, and shifting fortunes. The voice hints at longing, weather, and identity through vivid, personal lines.
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