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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1932

Page

12

Local Auctioneers and Residents Attend Weekend Visits

Reeves wore Emmelsburg caliars Saturday. Guy Campbell of Himmelsburg was so gentle at the A Suns home. Suns dey James Lenny and Merle Turner of Curlew were Graetlinger callers Friday evening. Mr and Mrs Wagner motored to Mallard Sunday. J. Sulliving and children were guests at the Galleger home Monnetsburg Sunday. The Misses Verit Gradland and Vivian Novels were weekend guests of Mira Trane. Westergard at Sioux Malls. Mr and Mrs Patterson held an auction sale recently and left for Waterloo to make their future home with many friends sending best wishes.

Grodiandani Reeves Emmelsburg Guy Campbell Himmelsburg A. A. Suns Dey James Lenny Merle ‘Turner Curlew Graetlinger Pris Atu Mra. PE Gradland Vivian Mira Trane Westergard Sioux Malls Patterson Waterloo

Graettinger and Emmetsburg Social Roundup

Noble of Timmetsburg a Gracttinger entler Saturday. Martin county treasurer and local guests noted. A flood of Graetlinger visitors, calls, and trips to Ames and Emmetsburg filled the week. A new son born to Mr and Mrs Elmer Murphy of Knoxville. Congratulatory notices for families and local officials conclude the brief.

Noble Timmetsburg Mra A. It. McMullen Laneshore Mrnday Julius Skow Julian Skow Peter Peterson J. A. Suse Veeda Connor OW R. Gardner Emmetsborg Srapue CG. . Norris Palmer Fretiem A. Tisenhast Emmetshry Jim Jensen Arnolds Parl Jensen Marie Thoreson Q. J. Thoreson Lost Island Kinhing Wis da Ma Wim, Galleger Mimimersburg Galleger Jj, Sullivan Tet Sinrouts Lon Garher Clarence Doerning Fulward Sullivan Ames Bernard A. W. Smith Smith Iverion Mia Elmer Murphy Knoxville Lawn Times McL. Murphy

States Tax Oleomargarine Across Dairy Regions

Multiple states enact taxes and licenses on oleomargarine with Wisconsin adopting a six cents per pound tax and a $25 retailer license. Over 1,000 Wisconsin farmers rallied at the capitol as the measure moved forward. National bills seek higher federal taxes and ban shipments to states with taxes. Some towns impose five cent per pound inspection and tax, aiming to raise about $300,000 yearly and curb consumption in favor of butter. Iowa bans colored oleomargarine and its use in state institutions.

Towa Towa Department of Agevicult Wisconsin Capitol Square Iowa

South Dakota Farmers Need Seed Oats and Barley

A request from South Dakota for balp seed oats and barley has been received at the Farm Bureau office, county agent W. K. Webster reports. Seed grains must be adapted to South Dakota, free from noxious weeds and serious crop mixtures, and needed in large amounts. Farmers should leave information at the Farm Bureau office about varieties.

South Dakota Farm Bureau W. K. Webster Variety Bureau

Corrections for South Dakota relief donations list

The Times corrects last week’s published donors for corn and cash aiding the drought stricken South Dakota area. Credits should read Dir Olene Jacobson cash 2 dollars John Jengen 9 bushels Quaker Oats Co 9 bushels Bondhus Peton ? bushels. Further errors will be corrected.

South Dakota Olene Jacobson John Jengen Quaker Oats Co Bondhus & Peton

Gathered Social Items From Local Groups

Gleaners meet Wednesday in basement. Danish Ladies Aid to hold March 9 at Graettinger parsonage with all members urged to attend. W H M S to meet March 4 at Mrs George’s home for a missionary program. M F E Ladies Aid to meet March 10 at Mrs Baumgartner’s home with Mrs Lindsey assisting. First Lutheran Ladies Aid to meet March 9 in church basement with hostesses S E Sandvig Chris Jensen Jorgen Anderson. Reception honors Mrs U S Miller at Mrs Frank Briggs home February 23 with 38 present. Post nuptial shower for Mr and Mrs Gerald Bonstead February 25 at Mr and Mrs A J Bonstead home. many gifts and refreshments enjoyed.

Danish Lutes’ Aid Society Graettinger W.H. M.S KE. S. George Ti. &. George First Lutheran Ladies’ Aid Society S. E. Sandvig Chris Jensen Jorgen Anderson U. S. Miller U. Ss. Miller Frank Briggs Miller Briggs Julia Wikert Detroit Michigan Casper Wyoming Mrs. Hanstead A. J. Bonstead Gerald Bonstead

Speed costs rise with higher car speeds says Chicago club

FE J Melvoy reports from Swea City that Rod Melvoy seeks the democratic nomination for clerk of courts. He notes 18 years as assistant cashier at Kossuth County State Bank and emphasizes qualifications for the office. The Chicago Motor Club released a study showing fuel use, wear, and costs rise with speed, with 65 mph consuming seven times more fuel than 30 and wear at 60 twice that at 40.

Chicago Motor Club FE. J. Melvoy Rod. Melvoy Alscona Swea City McEvoy Kossuth County State Bank Swex City Herald

Gas leak at Seneca church injures several

A Sunday evening gathering at Seneca church was disrupted when an exhaust pipe on a gasoline engine in the basement loosened a carbon monoxide seal, releasing fumes. Several attendees became seriously ill and were revived after being carried outside. Separately, Swan City plans a booster pump to extend firefighting reach and recover basement water after a recent fire.

Seneca Church Fenton Swan City

Grady Takes Third At Cherokee District Wrestling

Joe Grady of Graettinger earned third place in the 148 pounds class at the Cherokee district meet, the first state tournament round. His opponent was Rager of Carroll. Grady is described as a good all round athlete.

Joe Grady Cherokee the Times Graettingr Rager Carroll Joe

Ida Sorensen Seeks County Recorder Post

Ida Sorensen of Emmetsburg announces candidacy for county recorder on the Republican ticket. She notes a successful term in office and broad county recognition, with voters encouraged by her track record and satisfaction.

Ida Sorensen Emmetsburg the Times Sorensen

Tomorrow's Quest for Truth Beyond Wealth and Luxuries

A reflective piece urges readers to examine personal values over material gain as prosperity fades into bread lines and poverty. It warns that tomorrow's social and political conditions hinge on individual self-examination and responsible choices about government, education, and society.

Costs of Racketeering Hurt U S Citizens Broadly

A claim that racketeering costs the United States about 12 billion dollars annually is presented as a major societal burden. The text mentions Jericho road in passing as part of an unclear context. The overall message emphasizes a large scale, ongoing loss.

United States Jericho

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