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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1961
Page
5
March storms dumped about 10 inches of snow with strong shifting winds, causing near zero visibility and widespread vehicle detours. Schools including Graettinger were closed, plows worked to clear roads, and residents digged out after a long, windy, drifting storm sequence.
Three heavy snow storms slowed city clearing as equipment failed. Officials tried to buy a used truck grader from Fort Dodge but it proved unsatisfactory. A replacement truck arrived midweek, but tractor-scoop breakdowns continued. Mayor Uehigh pledged full efforts to clear streets once equipment is fixed.
Graettinger volunteer fire department announces its annual fundraiser firemen's ball at Skyline in Estherville on Friday April 14 with music by the Skyliners. Advance tickets go on sale to Graettinger residents and the wider community a chance to support the event regardless of attendance.
Stockholders of the Graettinger Telephone company held their annual meeting at the Legion hall and reelected Albert Norris Harold M Jorgensen and elected Dr G H Rye to three year terms on the board of directors. Other board members are Robert Carter Robert Carney Henry Doerning and Ralph Gradtnger. Merill Clark was not reelected. Plans are progressing toward dial installation at the local exchange. The board expects to sign a contract within two weeks with Stromeng Carlson company the low bidder for central office equipment. Total cost is estimated above 60000 including equipment new phones and a new building. Building site not yet fixed. Line work done in past years leaves external lines ready. Conversion to dial expected next February or March. Robert Carter was reelected president at the board's reorganizations meeting following the annual meeting. John Carney was reelected vice president W M Jorgensen reelected treasurer and Ralph Gnaettnger elected secretary.
Mrs Pat Henderson Agricultural Chairman announces a cooking school in Emmetsburg High School Auditorium on Monday March 13 at 1 30 pm. Gwen Davis Westinghouse Home Economist will demonstrate jam in 80 seconds and other foods using Westinghouse ovens. Prizes include hot pads, coffee makers, and floor wax.
At a special meeting Gracttinger town council endorsed raising city and town share of state road use tax to 15 percent and urged support from State Senator Brown and Representative Kibbie. Emmetsburg council passed a similar resolution while Palo Alto county Supervisors opposed changes at their March 1 meeting. The legislature weighs plans including a 10 percent city share and a non-partisan study recommended 20 percent.
The 40th annual Easter Seal Campaign opens in March and runs from March 2 to Easter Sunday, April 2. Mrs. Alden Hermansen, Easter Seal Chairman, says the Good Neighbor Parade for Crippled Children will mobilize Wa Tan Ye Club of Emmetdburg to distribute materials. Volunteers urge generous gifts to help crippled youngsters gain better opportunities, stressing community and state support.
The Palo Alto County Association for Retarded Children will meet in Emmetsburg High School Lunch Room on Monday March 18 at 8:00 p.m. All welcome to attend and join. contributions to the fund are acknowledged and others may join.
The Gracttinger High school band, among the top bands in the area, will give a concert Tuesday night March 14 at the high school auditorium starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free with a benevolent offering. The 574 piece band directed by Don Perrine will perform a varied program of popular numbers and music to suit many tastes.
Members of the Gracttinger FFA chapter at Spencer on Saturday March 4 earned district awards. Gary Park and Ken Haisman served as delegates. The chapter won Gold for Treasurer's Book and Secretary's Book, Silver for Reporter's Book, Bronze for Public Speaking by Keith Norns. Gold awards advance to next contest.
Fruit tree pruning demonstration hosted by the local Vocational Agriculture Department invites men and women to attend Friday at 1 30. Participants meet at the school and then proceed to prune the trees, learning pruning methods.
The Graettinger FFA chapter elected officers for the coming year at the March 3 meeting. Gary Park was chosen president and David Twait became vice president. Other officers include Loren Jamison secretary Ron Graettinger treasurer Keith Nonnis reporter and Don Miller sentinel. Installation set for the May 5 meeting.
The Iowa Girls Athletic Union reports the Graettinger sectional tournament earned 1008.50 in total receipts, ranking 24th among 46 three night sectional events. Local manager Supt. F M Hartung notes 880 student and 758 adult paid admissions.
Palo Alto County Medical Society has opened a Poison Control Center at Palo Alto Memorial Hospital to provide emergency treatment for accidental ingestion of poisonous drugs and chemicals.
Joe Gard of Estherville buys Junior's Tavern from Junior Stontker with possession taken early this week. Gard formerly ran the E Greco club in Emmetaburg and plans to operate the tavern under the firm name Joos Place.
Chris Norris of Gracttinger won the $25 Buck award in the weekly Saturday drawing. Next Saturday's three o'clock drawing again offers $25. Also notes Graettinger Theatre presents Conspiracy of Hearts starring Lilt Palmer Sylvia Syms Yvonne Mitchell and Ronald Lewis, with praise for its emotional impact. Mrs Byron Rolfson will assist Anna Jorgensen in her beauty shop. Graettinger schools closed due to high winds. Wool program requires marketing details completed by March 31 with guidance from Palo Alto County ASC.
Annie McCarty about 90, former resident, died Wednesday evening at Fairview Hospital in Minneapolis after two weeks hospitalization. Death due to old age and complications. Survived by brothers Dennis of Canada and several McCarty siblings. Formerly taught in local schools, will be buried in Graettinger with Martin Funeral Home handling arrangements.
The Graettinger Adult Farmer Class finished its last session of Current Farm Problems with an average attendance of 20 farmers. New members were appointed to the Class Advisory Council: John Andre for one year, Ted Winter for two years, and Merle Suss and Henry Hankey for three years. Remaining members: Ray Ruppert, Harry Dobbing, and John Elsenbast. Planning a Corn Production course for spring with John J. Anderson, Ernest Duus, and Morris Dalen assisting.
Thoreson Bonstead Hardware of Graettinger Iowa is chosen as exclusive Green Colonial heating and cooling dealer in the area. L F Cline says Green Colonial Inc Des Moines confirms. The store will offer the full line including oil gas and coal furnaces burners blowers water cooled and air cooled cooling systems and electronic air cleaners. A Green Colonial factory engineer will assist to custom fit each installation.
The 1961 Pirate Log yearbook is on sale with orders taken until April 1. Price is $3. Students handling the sale say those missed can contact the school office to buy.
The Graettinger American Legion and its Auxiliary announce regular monthly meetings for Tuesday night, March 14 at the Legion Hall. Post Commander Lawrence Thomsen urges all members to attend. auxiliary hostesses are Verna Christensen, Alela Cameron, Lilian Barringer and Arlene Brighton. A county-wide joint Legion meeting is set for March 28 to be detailed later.
Bob Reeves showed the second place truckload and his carcuss cutout averaged 42.28 percent lean meat, higher than the first place 40.48 percent. Ten of eleven Berkshire barrows from Reeves River-Vue farms won blue ribbons in the all breed show. Bob and Don are sons of Mr and Mrs Gilibert Reeves of Grachtinger.
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