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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1977
Page
5
Graettinger Iowa Mayor Alan Graettinger proclaims December 1 through 8 as Adult Education Interest Week. An Adult Education Advisory Council is formed to plan winter quarter classes and an interest survey seeks community needs.
The Pirate Boosters Club invites paid up and new members to a chili supper at the school lunch room from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. December 16, while the Annual Membership Meeting follows at 6:00 p.m. to elect officers and a nine member board. The group promotes extracurriculars, has bought a pop corn machine, cheerleader outfits, and a Leeper device to boost athletes’ vertical jump with progressive speed and repetitions for strength and power gains. Jackets are still on sale through December at Gjerde's Furniture Store, and members sell game tickets to fund the Athletic Fund. A schedule for volunteer shifts is included with contact details.
The deadline to apply for a Farmers Home Administration emergency loan expires December 2 1977. County Supervisor Robert R. Schneider said farmers with severe crop losses from drought in 1976 and 1977 may qualify for credit assistance. applications should be filed at the county office in the USDA Building Spencer.
City asks residents to remove vehicles from streets at night after measurable snow. Marshall Sib Stueve said street clearance was impossible with so many cars that remained parked.
Five senior members of the 77 Pirate Football team were named to the Des Moines Register's All-state teams. Jim Brown, Tom Brown, Mike Elsenbast, Terry Masters, and Monty Schang earned spots. Tom Brown and Terry Masters made first team offense, Tim Brown made second team guard, with Flsenbast and Schany receiving special mentions on defense and offense respectively.
Graettinger Cub Scout Pack No 55 and families enjoyed their pot luck supper Monday night at the Methodist Church basement. Den leaders presented badges and awards for Wolfe Bear and Webelos ranks. About 70 people attended with a Webelos program, puppet show, humorous and patriotic readings, and scenes from Peter Pan and Robin Hood.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports the Soviet Union bought 600000 tonnes of U.S. corn and 200000 tonnes of U.S. wheat. Corn shipments target the 1977 78 marketing year, with wheat split between 1977 78 and 1978 79. Total second year commitments reach about 1.8 million tonnes of wheat and 3.5 million tonnes of corn.
The Graettinger wrestling team toppled Harris Lake Park 44 to 24 as returning lettermen and new wrestlers helped make up for forfeits. Key results include Kurt Lynn, Tim Tindall, Mike Jesperson, Doug Hoffman, Tom Poland, Darrell Hoffman, Greg Crow, Tim Jongjohan, John Brown, and Tim Brown securing pins or decisions, with junior varsity performers Mick Herke and Gary Harris also competing. Coach Chuck Foy praised the effort and urged continued support from the crowd.
Longtime IHSAA Board of Control member Lowell Fullmer retires after 12 years as chairman and terms. Keith O Connell of Jackson Junction Turkey Valley was elected to a five year term to replace Fullmer. Harold Sweet of Dubuque Public Schools was elected to his first full five year term.
Spencer Iwa November 22 attendees Spencer Home Federal Savings and Lead meeting room City Administrator Dan Elwood and Myrtle Erb City Secretary attended a budget workshop to update on state laws affecting city budgets and review program budgeting procedures
Everett Stoneberg of Iowa State University Extension Economists will discuss key considerations for establishing alternative farm business agreements. The session is Tuesday December 6 at 1 30 p m in the LP S Community Room Emmetsburg sponsored by Palo Alto County Extension Service and Iowa Lakes Production Credit Association. The talk targets father son farming pairs without a current operating agreement or needing revision. Open to the public with refreshments.
A large crowd enjoyed Hillcrest Supper Club event by the Women’s Club titled Santa’s Fashion Workshop and Sugar Plum Tea. Proceeds support senior scholarships and beautification. fashions from local shops, models including children and students, festive music, and door prizes featured.
Graettinger girls improve to 2-0 with a 67 61 road win over Harris Lake Park as Pam Rients leads with 35 points. Becky Weber 7 rebounds and 2 steals, Julie Kulow 4 rebounds, Pam Thu 2 rebounds, Jean McCombs 2 rebounds and 2 steals, Rients also strong on the boards.
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