28 Jun 1962
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1962
Page
1
Graettinger and many towns face flag display challenges. Some hire staff to ensure uniform flags are raised and lowered on time and during bad weather. Flags may be owned locally or funded by area businesses. The flag symbolizes national unity and devotion, embodying the best in us as the nation recalls its history and present. A summer’s fade warns days shorten.
The June 20 Iowa Legionnaire shows five Iowans in a 87-member delegation from 36 states touring Allied HQ Europe during an inspection of American and Allied forces. Mike Thorson of Graettinger serves at the U S Embassy in Paris and participates in Legion activities. the piece notes Graettinger merchants and flag display criticisms around Memorial Day, Flag Day, and the upcoming Fourth of July, urging a uniform flag display on Main Street.
Arlen Benter of Hopkinton was injured when a car jack toppled while he was greasing a car and struck him on the head. He received treatment at the scene and was later listed in stable condition.
The Fort Dodge Social Security district office announced a contact station schedule. Emmetsburg courthouse will host on Wednesday from 1 to 3 and Estherville city hall on Tuesday from 1 to 3. Appointments to see a representative may be obtained by writing to the Fort Dodge district office.
Drivers license exams are held Monday through Saturday in Estherville Orange City Emmetaburg Spencer Rock Rapids Spirit Lake and Sibley with morning sessions only. Exams occur on set weekday locations each week.
Directory of area churches and clergy including Immaculate Conception Father Vincent Beacom Lost in Lands Lutheran Lutheran Bethel Lutheran Methodist Grace Baptist with pastors Mev Harald Beetul C F Curtin and others listed for local religious organizations and officials.
A July 1 1962 column discusses how media trains audiences to expect rapid escapes while real life holds tragedy. It compares King Josiah’s top down reform to modern political efforts, arguing true revival must come from within and that without broad backing, reform falters and a nation can slide toward ruin.
Arthur Bundy leases Windsor Hotel and Cafe in Estherville and moves in. Harold Horton transfers to Truesdale to run an elevator starting July 1. Frank Herke opens a new service station on old Highway 17 this Saturday. Boxing event at Electric Park Ruthven July 4 features Pret Farrar. Catholic Ladies Aid to host musical program at Hawkeye Theatre June 27 with violinist Donald Bartlaman.
A lively tale set in Victorian England centers on a sensational court battle over the rightful heir to the Mallow estate. Blane Mallow, claiming to be missing heir from the West Indies, is challenged by his own brother as an imposter while the family debates legitimacy. Also notes new library hours and a new club member, Dean Lammers.
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