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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1977
Page
5
A short note about Amy Lynne Moberly, age 1, daughter of Thomas and Yvonne Moberly of Streamwood, Blinvis, with 4-H leader guidance on fostering independence and respectful behavior for children. The piece emphasizes freedom balanced by set limits to build self-esteem and social responsibility.
Carol Crocker highlights love of learning liberty law and life as essentials for youth growing into twenty first century adults. Alice Teddlie a Louisiana extension family specialist notes adults must help youngsters value these pillars and that love of learning stems from positive desire to learn rather than fear of failure or report cards.
The Iowa DOT changes plates to follow the owner instead of the vehicle, issued indefinitely with county names shown. Reflective green plates with white characters will test new materials, aiming to cut costs about 765000 dollars annually and aid police in recovering stolen cars.
Garden Talk notes a heavy rain last Monday easing drought, with 2 1/2 inches reported in spots. Soybeans, alfalfa, and corn benefit as pastures turn green, while autumn hints arrive with cooler nights. Lawn seedings advised for August 15, and raspberries Heritage Fallred September August Red flourish. Apple crop is spotty regionally, but national outlook is normal. county assessor office moved to courthouse first floor across from the Auditor.
The Booster Bucks drawing ends with no winner as Ed Graettinger was drawn but absent. Next week's prize rises to 50 dollars and will be awarded to the winner present.
The calendar lists several August events including a caravan trip to Emmetsburg and Estherville at 6 30 p.m. on Thursday. On Sunday August 28 Democrats host a family picnic at Dorweiler Park 5 9 p.m. Entry tickets available at the door. Also on August 28 a Couples Membership Tournament with a 3 00 per couple entry and prizes. An Ice Cream Social by South Circle of Lost bland Lutheran begins 5 00 p.m. A 40th wedding anniversary open house for Mr and Mrs Lawrence Hickey at St Thomas Church Emmetsburg 2 5 30 p.m. no gifts requested. On August 30 a miscellaneous come and go shower for Ann Schealler 7 30 9 00 p.m. at Hillcrest Supper Club bride elect of Dan Welsh. September 5 grain and flower show open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at City Meat Market. September 9 card shower for Erwin Helmich 45th anniversary. Labor Day celebration in Graettinger planned for September 3 4 5.
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