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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1962
Page
6
A public health brief explains how to recognize poison ivy three leaf clusters and avoid contact. It notes poison sumac and poison oak as related plants, their growth habitats, seasonal color changes, and the risk of itchy blisters and secondary infections from scratching.
An advisory explains poison ivy skin contact requires prompt washing with soap and water, or sponging with alcohol if water is unavailable. Removing the oil is crucial, a shower is preferred to remove surface oil, baking soda solution helps itching, and clothing tools and pets can be contaminated. Recognition of the three shiny leaves is urged to avoid exposure.
The Chautauqua Circle in Humboldt, active since 1883, held its annual luncheon. Mida Dean, now 93, joined as a teen and has studied with the club for 75 consecutive years, holding the record for membership.
Notice urges readers to verify their subscription status by checking the expiration label on their account materials. It warns of renewal procedures and potential service interruption if not updated. The message emphasizes urgency and is framed as a consumer advisory from the publisher.
Floyd B Thompson of Bedford maintains an alphabetized list of over 6,000 unusual surnames in a loose leaf notebook. He began the hobby 17 years ago and continues collecting and organizing the names.
City Hall minutes record the June 4 1962 meeting under Mayor Peterson with council members Knudtson McDonald Millea Rolfson Ab Bent Potter present. Topics include approving May 7 minutes. zoning for sewer and water permits for Lars Rierson. building permit for Russell Peterson. removal of box elder trees on city property. fire alarm system installation cost. reimburse Graettinger Telephone Co. building permit for Amos Mammen. request to convey alley in Boysen's Addition. renewal of cigarette permits. and a fireworks permit for Graettinger Ball Park Association for July 3.
The Graettinger city council discussed allocations from the recreation, liquor, and gas funds, approving payments to individuals for band concerts and miscellaneous bills. They canceled a garbage contract, hired a new collector, and formed the North Iowa Municipal Gas Emergency Group with a $5 dues and seven cent per mile meal and mileage policy. A gas advertising committee was appointed by Mayor Peterson with Millea Knudtson and Potter.
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