22 Aug 1974
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1974
Page
1
Tindall returns Tuesday evening from a two day absence to find conditions improving yet mixed. He describes travel from Sunday to Town City, a Wednesday rush, and heavy rain overnight before departure on Tuesday main. He notes variable Iowa crops, water smells along the interstate, and a preference for white lane markings over yellow when wet.
Community urges careful driving as students return to school on Monday August 26. Parents and drivers warned that children will be crossing streets and may be careless. Local teachers plan to issue materials next week as preparations begin for the new school year.
A Pioneer Seed letter to Ed Herke Route 2 Emmetsburg Iowa 50536 honors his long service as a DSM. The note from Al Hayes Sales Director praises his cooperation and conscientious sales effort, mentions hospital downtime, Hawaii trip with the team, and best wishes for continued recovery.
Graettinger City opened the round with a 70 to 20 win over Witte School in a Monday ballpark contest. The game featured Bonsteads and Tegels contributing key plays as Graettinger advances in the bracket.
Bob Sampson of Graettinger was admitted to Holy Family Hospital Estherville last week after a severe laceration to his left hand at Morrells. He is home and doing well. Drake University summer commencement Aug 16 awarded degrees to 360 plus graduates led by president Dr Wilbur C Miller. Roy Wilkins received honorary doctor of humane letters.
The Social Security Office at 304 lth Street operates 8 30 a m to 4 30 p m Monday through Friday. In Spencer you may call 712 262 5350 or visit the office for assistance. If unavailable by phone, a representative will visit nearby towns on listed dates at locations such as the Court House, VFW Building, City Hall, and Spirit Lake City Hall with times like noon or 10 am.
A dense catalog of local businesses and professionals across multiple towns in Iowa. Entries include addresses, phone numbers, and hours for services such as jewelry, remounting, chiropractic care, veterinary medicine, insurance, auto repair, optometry, real estate, construction, and bridal stationery. Includes Dr. W G Rients, Dr. Donald Pfund, Dr. Terry Anderson, and Dr. K L Johnson among others.
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