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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1953

Page

2

Toll at Deer Creek honors long life of Hans Hendrickson

A town bell toll marked the death of Hans Hendrickson, pioneer of Deer Creek. His brother Peter, longtime sexton, tolled the bell 92 times across 92 years, the most calls in memory. The same clipping notes Otter Creek Telephone Company as a tiny dial service exchange with 68 customers in Jackson County, Iowa.

Hans Hendrickson Deer Creek Peter London-Deen Creek Otter Creek Telephone Company Jackson County Iowa

Local families gather during holiday visit in Estherville area

Tacals Cpl. and Mrs. LaVerne F. Nissen from Chanute AFB visited relatives during Christmas. The piece lists numerous holiday guests and travel to and from Estherville Graettinger Emmetsburg and nearby towns. It notes births, hospitalizations, military assignments, and upcoming duties. A wide tapestry of local residents and kin reflect the season’s travel and reunions.

Cpl LaVerne F. Nissen Chanute A. F.B Fred Nissen Benton Curry Norman Nissen Fred Featherston Kingsley, Ta Freed Nissen Norman Herbert Curry LaVerne Nissen E. V. Manchester Graettinger Sullivan Coan Kenneth Swift Axnola Reinetz Maple Hill Eatherville

Townsfolk recall early political divisions in 1640s

Fragmentary reminiscence notes that eastern politicians might have altered the balance between northern and southern states in colonial times. The piece hints at debates shaping regional influence and votes, with towns and counties referenced in a nostalgic voice.

Eisenhower Urges Nation to Support March of Dimes

President Eisenhower called for nationwide support of the 1953 March of Dimes during January. He met Raleigh sisters Patricia six and Pamela five who recovered from polio and appeared on the poster. He urged Americans to join the campaign as TV spots promote the effort amid the 1952-epidemic context with thousands still in treatment.

New York City Dwight D. Eisenhower Raleigh N.C Patricia Pamela O'Neil March of Dimes Loca March of Dimes Eisenhower Pamela Patricia O'Neil

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