Letter to the Editor critiques grades at Graettinger High
Tom Poland argues against Jim Graettinger s proposal for semester tests and student lounges for high achievers. He cautions that grades do not equal maturity and says rewards for academic achievement should be shared, noting forefathers, equal creation, and the value of scholarships for academics over athletics.
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Jim Graettinger
Graettinger High School
Graettinger
Tom Poland
Graettinger Thanks Community for 1976 Blessings
Bernard and Wilma Borminn of Morris Minnesota thank the Graettinger community for a wonderful 1976 weekend at the park and swimming pool and wish residents a happy 1977.
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Graettinger
Bernard and
Wilma Borminn
Morris, Minn
Snow-Twisters Sued For 1 000 072 In Palo Alto Court
A district court filing in Palo Alto shows Zane Firkins Jerry Holtkind Joe Joyce suing Snow Twisters Snow Mobile Club Lloyd McCombs president for $1 000 072 in damages over a pancake breakfast incident. Plaintiffs claim vision loss bodily harm and sexual appetite loss from tainted food plus emotional distress and a threat incident.
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the Times
Joe Joyce
Graettinger Snow-Twisters
Ouns
Palo Alto
Zane Firkins
Jerry Holland
Snow’ Swisters Snowmobile Club
Lloyd McCombs
Jerry Holtkind
American Legion
Tractor Safety School Starts February Fifth in Emmetsburg
The annual Tractor and Farm Machinery Safety School for 14 and 15 year olds begins February 5 in Emmetsburg. Training covers tractor controls, maintenance, safety checks, and road and farm operation. Completion earns an operator certificate for youths seeking employment, with strict federal penalties for noncompliance. Fees are $13, and enrollment is at the County Extension Office.
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Emmetsburg
Erator
United States Department of Labor
Heykes
Palo Alto County
Iowa Lakes Community College
Henry Torkelson
ILCC
Roger Engstrom
Pirettes Fall to Ledyard in High-Scoring Nonconference Showdown
The Pirettes lost 103-91 on the road after 34 fouls and key injuries. Barb Green led with 38 points, Barb Miller added 29, and Jackie Kulow scored 24 as the team drops to 10-4. Ledyard hit 37 of 49 free throws and held the Pirettes to two in the third quarter.
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Ledyard
Pirettes
Ledyard Gals
Lord Peterson
Julie Kulow
Jackie Kulow
Barb Green
Barb Miller
Pain Thu
Becky Weber
Shelly Cox
Graettinger Legion Auxiliary Meet Planned for Tuesday
The Graettinger Legion and Auxiliary announce a regular meeting to be held Tuesday February 1 at the Legion Hall in Graettinger. The notice invites members to attend and discuss routine items and activities.
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Legion Hall
Graettinger
Hillcrest Board of Directors
J V Girls Lose To Ledyard
Graettinger Pirettes travel to Ledyard for two JV girls games. Fouls influenced play as Graettinger scored 25 to Ledyard 18 by halftime 25-21, with Ledyard edging 42-40. Jani Cox and Kathy Kulow led Graettinger with 14 points each. Pam Rients and Lori Schacherer added 6 apiece.
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Ledyard
Graettinger JV
Pirettes
Jani Cox
Kathy Kulow
Pam Rients
Lori Schacherer
Lori Spies
Kristy Duus
Kathy Forey
Jean McCombs
Barb Herke
Honor Society Sponsors Soup Supper
Jackie Kulow reports on a local event as the Honor Society hosts a soup supper to benefit the group. The evening features a communal meal and a fundraising push, inviting community members to participate and support ongoing activities.
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Honor Society
The
Graettinger National Honor Society
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