03 Jan 1957
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1957
Page
1
January will feature the March of Dimes campaign with the theme Lets Finish the Job. Grarttinger residents may join an auction tentatively set for Jan 30 to support polio care and disabled life reentry efforts. Local notes cover humor, a prank, Christmas greetings, and visits from cadets Hanson and Wikert returning from jet training.
An Ogden demolition uncovered a Ringling Brothers circus poster wedged in a long abandoned building. The massive 1914 relic drew attention as workers revealed it during nearby wrecking work.
Devotional note reflecting on Matthew 1 with Micah 4 1 5 themes. Highlights prophecy of peace and universal worship in the last days, calling attention to faith, righteousness, and community harmony. Conveys timeless hope rooted in scripture.
Hi story of the Wise Men frames a discussion on why the New Testament holds four gospels. The article notes each gospel offers a distinct portrait of Jesus and a unique viewpoint, yet all testify to the same Christ. Matthew aims at Jewish readers, Mark emphasizes action, Luke highlights humanity, and John presents divinity.
Mrs Larry Barnes of near Grundy Center reportedly bagged a pheasant in a quirky incident. The bird, startled by the sight, collided with the house and was counted as the catch.
Drivers license exams will be offered on Mondays in Estherville and Orange City, Tuesdays in Emmetsburg, Wednesdays in Spencer, Thursdays in Rock Rapids, Fridays in Spirit Lake, and Saturdays in Sibley with morning sessions only.
December 31 1981 weather outlook: east winds bring snow before dawn. Roads remain muddy and slippery with poor side road conditions. Community notes include barber shop hours, a local funeral, a Christmas wedding, wrestling tips, and a rebounding fashion trend for spring skirts. Lionel Stewart from Chicago, once a local student, injured in a city street car collision.
Patrons of the Toledo post office reported stamps came unstuck as fast as they were affixed. The Toledo office issued several hundred stamps without glue, likely due to a preparation flaw.
The listing highlights novels by Gertrude Finney and Loura Grace Erdman for teen readers plus a college teacher drama, with Andrew Foster Shields and Gail Warren as central figures. It also promotes boys sports titles including Kid from Tomkinsville Keystone Kids and Three Two Pitch, along with Fielder from Nowhere and Buzzy Plays Midget League Football for younger players.
Nancy Knockson, 12, of Plover, was found dead last month after her head scarf became entangled in a pump jack, causing fatal strangulation. Authorities described the incident as an accident and continued investigations into the machinery involved.
The undersigned Mabel Andersen appointed Administratrix with will annexed of the estate of Catharine Hester deceased in Palo Alto County Iowa. All debts should be paid to the Administratrix and all claims filed with the District Court Clerk for allowance. Dated December 12 1956. Attorneys Kelly Spies Culver representing the estate.
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