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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1959
Page
5
Annual Memorial Day observances occurred Saturday forenoon featuring a parade led by the color guard and servicemen's contingent. A memorial service followed at Fahenstock Park and a program was held in the Legion hall with Leland Gene Boblit noted as officer of the color guard.
The Northwestern Trail Riders of Graettinger sponsor a benefit Play Day horse show at Evergreen Park on Sunday June 7 to aid the town tennis court fund. Events include a parade at 1 pm, flag and drill displays, races, western classes, and a final horsemanship event with home town riders and local judges. A refreshment stand and Play Day clown add to the program.
Nels C Rasmussen 87, longtime Lost Island township resident, died Wednesday at his home following a Sunday stroke and a Wednesday cerebral hemorrhage. Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements, incomplete this morning. Survived by wife Anna and one daughter Mrs Ralph (Helene) Scolleh.
An outdoor G Man story titled Running Target will headline the Graettinger theatre program next Tuesday and Wednesday. Featuring vivid technicolor visuals the double feature promises action and drama with the legendary figure of the G Man in a suspenseful chase narrative.
May rainfall reached 12.5 inches, with an inch from Thursday and another inch and a half on Saturday, eclipsing prior records. Despite tornado activity in northwest Iowa, towns reported no major damage, aside from a fire at the Ray Haag barn and structural harm to some farm buildings. Local residents noted mild, sunny periods amid the wet spell.
Anton E Robben 80 of Graettinger died suddenly at his home Saturday about 4 30 p m Death due to a heart attack Funeral services were held Tuesday at Immanuel Lutheran Estherville with burial at Oak Hill He was born April 6 1879 in Ostiniesland Germany and lived in Calhoun County Emmet County North Dakota before settling in Graettinger He was married twice first to Marie Black in 1905 and later to Hannah Adams in 1958 Survived by his wife two daughters two sons a brother and many grandchildren and great grandchildren He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church Estherville
School officials announce the summer music program starts Monday June 8 with Donald Perrine as the new instrumental music instructor. Free instrument lessons are offered weekly through June and July, and students may contact Mr Perrine at the school for lesson times. Some school instruments are available for rental per Supt. F. M. Hartung.
The Walnut Merry Malda 4H club held their sporkshop Monday morning June 8 at Graetlinger school. They meet in the High School Library at 9 30 and should bring a sack lunch. For information contact Mrs Arnold Springer or Mrs Earl Erickson. Eugene Kresl accepts music position at Mallard school. The Kresls and daughter Nadine moved to Mallard this week.
Ida Marie Lande 86 former community resident died Sunday in a Beresford rest home. Funeral Tuesday at Our Savior's Church with Bethel Home for Aged services. burial in Lost Island cemetery. Survivors include two daughters Esther Rasmussen and Ruth Nelson two sons Oliver and Clarence. 20 grandchildren and 47 great grandchildren.
Graettinger Midget and Mites begin summer schedule with a double header against Estherville at Evergreen Park. Mites draw 60 in initial drills, 10 Midgets join later. practices set 1 30 to 3 for Mites and 3 to 4 30 for Midgets. Border league opener at Sibley follows, with first home game June 12 versus Ocheyedan. Legion Auxiliary meeting set for June 9 at 7 p.m.
The Graettinger town baseball team plays at Evergreen Park tonight, coached by Joel manager and Junior Shoniker. Weather caused one earlier game, a 2 1 victory over Eatherville in woven toning.
Dina Morck 82 former Lost Island township resident died at her daughter’s home in San Gabriel California after two months in hospital following a hip fracture She previously lived in Denver and is survived by two daughters Chine and Clara Cumming and twin sons Claude and Clarence plus five brothers and two half brothers from area generation names vary in obituaries with location details.
Fru Kirsten Nielsen of Denmark arrived in Gracttinger from Copenhagen with an indefinite stay at the Hess home. She traveled by plane to New York Chicago and Mason City in under 24 hours. Nielsen, who speaks no English, described America as large with vast farms and commented on the rainy weather during her trip. She plans to visit the western region with the Hess family and attend the UELC synodical convention in Sidney Montana with Christine and Viola Hess, who are delegates.
Graettinger voters authorize remodeling and expansion of the fire station and library with bonds not over 24000 dollars and a maximum levy of 4 mills per year. The measure passes 237 to 66 with 304 ballots cast and one spoiled ballot, meeting the required 60 percent minimum. Tentative plans show a 30 ft addition for the fire station and a 2 ft expansion for library quarters. The town council will seek bids and set contracts once final plans are ready.
Graettinger resident Emmet Murphy failed to collect the Friday night $75 prize as officials reported. The Saturday 9 p.m. drawing will award up to 75 dollars at participating stores.
The Graettinger High School band will depart at 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, to Mason City for the Northwest Town Band Festival. The parade begins at 10:00 a.m. and the evening concert is at 6:30 p.m. Kathy Hartung is the band queen. A rehearsal with new instructor Mr Perrine is set for Friday at 6:45 p.m.
Graettinger residents report the tennis court fund totaling 2641.70 with cash on hand. Recent additions include 119.08 from the Graettinger Woman's club and 2.00 from sixth grade students. Preparatory work begins for a court at Evergreen Park as other groups plan contributions.
The Graettinger Youth Recreation Center opens Friday night at the Legion hall. The program runs from 8 to 11 30 p m with teen dancing to top recordings as announced by the committee.
The Gractinger Volunteer Fire Department offers thanks for support shown in Tuesday's special election. Chief F. R. Heidecker notes appreciation for the community backing and dedication of local volunteers.
Supt Hartung announces two more grade teachers hired Beverly Firkins of Emmetsburg rehired as second grade and Virginia Kerber of Emmetsburg, Indiana State Teachers College graduate, hired as fourth grade. This completes the faculty for grades and high school for the coming year. Housing for incoming teachers is badly needed and any help heating housing will be appreciated.
The American Legion holds its June meeting Tuesday night at the Legion hall at p. m. Officers will be elected and other business considered. All members urged to attend.
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