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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1946
Page
5
Farmers rush oat harvests amid storage dangers. State college engineers advise moisture targets for safe short and long term storage, outdoor or shaded bins, and proper bin repair. If rain-raised moisture occurs, separate and test at elevators. Clean old grain and spray interiors with 3 to 5 percent DDT to prevent insects.
Mrs Albert Schealler sustained a head injury and brain concussion three weeks ago when struck by a barn door. Confined to bed for three weeks, she is now able to be up part of the day and recovering nicely. Friends express regret and wish her a full recovery.
The region endures a warm July heat wave though days are not uncomfortably hot and corn harvests prosper. Mr. and Mrs. James Hansen and daughter Sharon visited Marengo and Cedar Rapids to see relatives. Mrs. Smith of Graettinger nears more treatment while neighbors wish her recovery. The Christiansens enjoyed time with Arnold and family in Sioux Falls and welcomed a new granddaughter. Leo Arnett of La Porte City visited relatives here. his sister is tied to the Hermansen family near Graettinger.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert McClelland and three daughters Mary Ellen Sharon Kay and Betty Ann from Clinton Iowa spent two weeks visiting relatives in Ringsted at Bonner Iverson home and in Emmetsburg with Emmet Wilson sister of Mrs McClelland and other relatives and friends
Fred Hartman returned home from Emmetsburg hospital after a weeks long stay following a broken leg from an accident. Friends report he is recovering well and hopes to be about soon. Lieut R J Spies seeks ride to San Antonio, offering space for any serviceman traveling with him.
Ed Herke of Osgooil marketed the first new oats at Farmers Grain Co on July 12 weighing 29 lbs. Speer Bros sold oats testing 34 lbs with a claimed field yield of 85 bushels per acre. Forty bushels per acre considered good. quality light. Corn shelling active. Quaker Oats reports storage filled with 16,000 bushels on farms. Oats prices fell from 57. to 42. per bushel. Soybeans jumped after OPA death, then dropped to 2.16. Live stock rush as hogs and cattle hit new highs. old sows 80 to 90 per head.
Mrs. Allen Denny of Des Moines was visiting Graettinger relatives when she suffered appendicitis. Her husband took her to Lutheran hospital Fort Dodge Saturday night. she underwent surgery Sunday and is recovering nicely.
Quinten and Kermit Jensen with Ira Beaver of Phoenix spent last week in Canada at a chosen fishing spot. The Jense ns and Beaver families arrived from Phoenix with Mrs. Ker mit Jensen and Mrs. Ira Beaver visiting the Jensen home while the men fished.
Albert Suss, operator of the cabinet shop west of Watson's Theatre, enlarges his business by installing a large complete stock of paint and painters supplies. He has re arranged the shop interior to display the new stock after years of handling paint on a small scale.
Miss Marjorie Skow arrived from Los Angeles Monday evening to visit her parents, Mr and Mrs J J Skow. Her sister Janette visited last April. Both sisters hold good office positions in Los Angeles and miss the old home town.
Mrs James Jennings of Emmetsburg died at her son Theo's home in Chicago on July 4. Her husband, once Emmetsburg fire chief, has been dead for years. She is survived by several sons and a daughter.
A Ringsted celebration is in progress on Thursday and Friday this week, July 18 and 19, drawing residents for community events and festivities.
A $150000 fund for farm to market road improvements in Palo Alto county will be used this summer. The state and federal funds will finance two Ayrshire area projects including a three mile south route and a six mile east route linking with paved Highway 17. County Auditor Martin Thompson announced the plan and a state highway commission setting will be held in Ames on July 2. Walter Hansen of Renwick will manage the Graettinger Municipal Light plant, succeeding Ralph Rasmussen who resigns to manage Akron’s plant.
The Whittemore Champion resumes publication under R. L. Richardson while Leo Swan son and partner resume the Champion. Lakota Record returns with Edgar Inlay back as publisher and The Fenton Reporter is now by FP Og Metzger. The Ringster Dispatch is bought by the Hopkins duo and Guthrie Center’s F. B. Spokesman changes hands to Ralph Andersen.
Mr and Mrs Uiauenacsen and their son John completed a five week western journey. They stayed four days in Iowa City then visited Grundy Center Council Bluffs Origig and Lincoln. They spent over a week with relatives in Denver and toured Denver area. They continued to Cheyenne and explored the Black Hills and Bad Lands. They called at Watertown SD and various Minnesota locations on the return voyage.
Friends and neighbors of the Robert McDonald family gathered at their home to help harvest 120 acres of corn and beans using tractors and cultivators. Mr McDonald, a hospital patient, returned home to recuperate as the community expressed gratitude for the assistance. Helpers included Raymond Huston Joe Currans Harold Dammann Ora Lounsberry Leon Fry Howard Munson George Thompson Bert Griges Andy Trueizen Kenneth Lewis Le Rey Henry and V V Cregs.
The Misses Mary and Ann Mc Manus returned from Los Angeles Friday after a trip that began June 21. They spent time in the west coast metropolis and report a most enjoyable vacation with many relatives in that city.
Margaret Hassel daughter of Joe Tassel of Ottawa Illinois and Frank Mammen son of Tra Mammen of Graettinger were married in Estherville on July 9. Attendants included Amos Mammen brother of the groom. The couple will reside in Graettinger. Both couples are well known locally with strong community ties. Frank served four years in World War II with overseas service. The Times extends congratulations.
J T Larsen of Graettinger area is seriously ill and mostly bedbound since Christmas. A 73 year old man, he resides six miles south and two miles west of Graettinger. Old friends in Graettinger and nearby areas express hope for his speedy recovery.
Kurt Spies of San Diego writes that he is glad to be home with his wife and son after service in Halay and job at a local dairy. He mentions checking for the Times and learning to make ice cream as he readies civilian life.
The Sports Committee of the County Junior Farm Bureau announces a boxing show next Tuesday evening, July 20, at 8:30 p.m. in the show pavilion at the 4-H fair grounds. Bouts feature talent from Emmetsburg, Mason City, Ayrshire and Whittemore with numerous entries signaling ample competition.
The First Lutheran Ladies Aid society will host a samual ice cream social at the Legion hall basement on Wednesday afternoon and evening July 24. Serving begins at 4:00 PM with lunch or supper and continues through the evening. Menu includes hot beef sandwiches, pickles, pie, ice cream, cake and coffee. Ice cream cones for children. Public is cordially invited.
A historical note compares corn prices across years. It recalls a 10 cent per bushel purchase of S-box wagon bails and later a3 sacks at 2.40 per bushel, highlighting how prices have shifted over time.
A very large crowd attended the band concert last evening at Fahnestock Park, the summer’s peak turnout. Two more concerts remain next Wednesday night and Wednesday July 34, with benches provided by the Legion and ample parking. The high school band, led by Supt. K. Me Chase, is supported by Graettinger business men and offers a safe tree park for children.
A Los Angeles reader Miles Mahon forwards a 2.50 check to the Times and notes admiration for the paper. He confirms Taam remains with Grand-o-Luc Co. in Omaha. He mentions sister Mayme Woodke visiting Iowa, and relatives Bill and Mrs. Fred Jackson with husband in Minnesota.
The Harmony Kings orchestra will provide music for the Friday evening dance at Watson hall. The group includes a Win boy and a midget and is described as an excellent ensemble. Attendance is expected to be large.
An improvement drive in Graettinger includes a 10 by 20 addition with basement at the Arnald Henningsen residence, the north end raised with a new concrete block wall, and a full remodel of the Potter Cafe and Bakery opening this week with long double counters. Albert Suss renovates his cabinet shop interior to display paints and varnishes as Irwin Dalen’s garage floor is laid and shop set to open soon amid labor and material shortages slowing eight to ten local new and remodeled residences.
Clarence Christiansen purchased the Henry Westergard blacksmith and welding operations but not the building. He leases the south halves of the east and west rooms, expanding space in the large two story structure. Westergard shifts to hardware and farm supply, occupying the north half facing Robbins avenue. Christiansen, a Gradlinger veteran, served 38 months in WWII and previously worked at Graettinger Machine Shop.
A reviewer notes the circus yesterday in Graei tinver drew little crowd value for the admission fee. A featured act by a lady foot jubuler impressed briefly, but the rest of the show disappointed, sparking doubt about booking similar tent circuses again.
Mayor A. C. Christiansen has had his home recently reshingled. The note signals extensive reshingle work underway in the Lawn and country areas.
County Extension Director attended Iowa State livestock judging short course. Three day session valued amid past war era cuts. Marian Boyd managed office with Mrs Doerr and Ashby at conventions. Farmers urged DDT spray use, alfalfa-brome seeding plans, and earlySeptember sowing. Lost Island township meeting discussed OPA by John Bond. Farm Bureau sound movie and audio-visual gear praised.
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