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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1954
Page
4
Four gas station partners near a rural Iowa town devised a high speed passing game on a hill between home and work. Two night shift drivers would race toward town and cross center line to pass, a risky stunt that patrolmen still recall for its near miss and eventual consequences.
A group of good friends, racing on a highway, confronted a head on accident when one driver was a second late cutting the line. The incident ended with a tense moment and raised questions about safety and timing on the road.
Iowa farmers face a 40 million bushel rust loss in 1964 oats and three defenses are advised: early planting, buckthorn eradication, and diversified varieties. Plant Pathologist Artie Browning names Cherokee Nemaha Bonham All Clintland Clintare Mo 0-201 varieties with stem rust resistance and crown rust protection, aiding risk diversification for 1955.
Los Angeles reports scientists are preparing a new offensive to study how the housefly digests food to identify weak points for chemical attack. Findings include the presence of pepsin in the fly and the steps by which carbohydrates are broken down, suggesting potential vulnerabilities beyond DDT and current chemicals.
In Jersey City New Jersey a pink toed orange eyed pigeon named Janie completed a 198 mile flight from Washington carrying a $1000 bill taped to its leg. The stunt by a tape company tested adhesive tape while a $2000 finders keepers claim was public property. Janie was released from a Washington hotel and arrived two and a half hours later. William Indyk owner of Janie leads the New Jersey Concourse Association.
A British employee recalls his 1920s American experience shoveling snow for 96 cents an hour near Delancey Street, not paid after a mine strike. Andrew W. Mullain, New York sanitation commissioner, issues a $15 check in a gesture mirroring American expectations. Davies later calls it “Just like an American.”
In Tolena Spain the Navaloan mayor issues a decree linking compulsory education to a town dance festival. The brief note records local officials enforcing attendance and scheduling amid community events.
Sunday and weekday Mass times listed for several churches with confessional hours. Luther League and radio workshop details. Relay of upcoming Bible Camp activities, picnics, socials and youth programs. community notices invite participation and include service times for Country and Town churches.
Union Baptist Church in Estherville Iowa led by Pastor R A Larson announces a Friday 8 pm gospel service at Grachtinger Legion Hall with inspirational music and a spiritual message. Sunday 10 30 am worship service broadcast on KLAL, and Wednesday 8 pm midweek praise and prayer. Redfield Ellis farm marks 100 years in the same family with three generations of ownership from William B to Haroll Ellis.
Wallingford Lutheran and Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran schedule Sunday services at 9:30 and 11:00 with Communion. Sunday School at 10:45 and 10:00 respectively. Midweek choir rehearsals set for Monday and other days with multiple hosts and parish helpers listed for events and dining room hosting.
The Luther League at St Pauls Lutheran Church will meet at 8 00 for a devotional program followed by volleyball and refreshments. Nant young people are invited. Sunday you will find a hearty social gathering and program.
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