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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1948
Page
5
The Chris Jensens of Garuettinger celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary at Pi Jwtheran church parlors on Sunday March 14 1948. About 150 relatives attended with two large gold adorned cakes and crystal candelabras marking the milestone.
An airplane spraying meeting will be held at Herke and Lundgren store in Graettinger on Wednesday afternoon March 24. The exact hour is not listed and it is expected to last all afternoon. Vern Hagen or Wayne Borman of Hawkeye dusting service will lead the session for those interested in weed control for crops including crap oats corn or flax.
Hans Duus of Ames has been failing in strength for weeks and resides with his daughter. He turned 95 last January and has many friends in Graettinger and nearby areas who hope milder weather will restore his health. Duus was long a prominent land owner and farmer in the community.
The funeral of Joe Finn of Emmetsburg was held at St Thomas church on Wednesday morning. Remains reached Emmetsbury Tuesday and were taken to the Martin Funeral Home. Joe died in an airplane crash in Australia during the war. He is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs John Finn and by two brothers and two sisters. brothers John JJ and Dave, sisters Mary of San Francisco and Nora of Emmetsburg. Patrick Finn, a brother, lost his wife on the Ben Franklin during the war. The family and their many friends extend sincere sympathy.
Funds are being raised for Kathleen Iverson a two year old in Mercy Family hospital Estherville suffering severe burns. A market day and machinery sale is planned for Gradlinger Saturday March 27 with Grodland Bertint Brown as auctioneers and the Grachtinger State bank clerking. Donations may be left at multiple local businesses and Div., Estherville and Wallingford locations listed. Kathleen is daughter of Mr and Mrs Gorden Iverson on the Fred Spies farm two miles southwest of Gractinger.
Jack Platter Jr sustained a fracture above the ankle while assisting a motorist during severe weather last Wednesday night. He was treated at Holy Family hospital Ratherville and returned home Tuesday with his leg in a cast for several weeks. Friends extend sympathy for his misfortune.
Chris Schroeder of Emmetsburg visited the Times office on St Patrick's Day weekend. He noted March 16 1883 marked a significant observance with a splendid parade and an excellent program sponsored by the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Schroeder reflects on changing fortunes and nostalgia for old days and the green wealth celebrated.
The Gractinger Merchants rolled three games at Estherville Monday night and returned to the league heat. The Legion rallied in three contests and faced a spirited rival from the Merchants, who this week stayed tough for their opponents.
J Scott 90 retired Mapleton businessman died Friday March 5. Funeral held in Graettinger. Sister of the late W C Foster, Mrs Foster, was his sister in law. Survived by wife, no children. Graettinger residents recall his frequent visits.
Henry Garrelts of Graettinger was a patient in Emmetsburg hospital last week after three weeks of flu followed by pneumonia. He was seriously ill for several days but is now recovering, and many friends in the area wish him a quick and full recovery.
Fred Adams, a longtime caller at the Times, returns to work after an enforced vacation following a heart attack. He was bedridden for four weeks but is back on deck, with friends relieved at his recovery. Located in California Editor Times. Note requests a change of address for Harold R. Duhn to 935 Austin Ave, Wilmington, California. they purchased property in California intending to make it their home.
Mr and Mrs Carl Spies A J Johnson and Fred Spies returned from California where they spent the winter. Mrs Johnson visited San Diego near Los Angeles and met the McManus family at the Iowa picnic. She enjoyed the Graettinger picnic with larger attendance this year and the Spies left Graettinger after a snow storm.
Two music events are planned in Graettinger early April with preliminary contests on two successive Saturdays. April 6 will host soloists and small groups from many towns, drawing nearly 50 visiting high school students. The April 10 event features girls and mixed choral groups with about 1600 participants from numerous schools. C. C. Rucker, president in Emmetsburg, remains seriously ill after a stroke several weeks ago. local friends hope for improvement.
Dan Fitzpatrick III has been hospitalized for several weeks with dieting related pressure and weight issues. Doctors in Graettinoes and vicinity report recovery underway as family and friends hope for complete restoration to health and strength.
A public program will be held at One Legion hall Wednesday evening March 25 to observe the burning of the mortgage on the Legion building. The March smoker was moved from the Tuesday date to Thursday March 25 for this purpose.
Alfred Nelson born March 21 1888 in Palo Alto County spent life in the Graettinger area. He married Miss John Osher November 20 1912 and had three children Rasanona drene and Laois. He died March 4 in Graettinger aged 59 years 11 months and 16 days leaving a wife two sons and daughters, four grandchildren and many relatives and friends.
Dean Christensen, 24, of Maywood, Nebraska, suffered severe freezing after his car broke down near midnight Friday. He walked four miles to reach help, was found by plane Saturday morning and rescued at 7:30. His parents flew to McCook to be with him.
The Methodist Youth Fellowship sponsors its annual Master flower sale on Saturday March 27 at Hanson Hardware. Proceeds support Youth Camp Activities and funds are used to patronize this sale. Special orders of cut flowers and lilies are welcome through the youth group.
The View Auxiliary will hold a car party at the Veterans' home in Ametsburg on Friday evening, April 2. Proceeds will benefit Jim Maton Rapids Michigan orphanage. An invitation is extended to North Palo Alto residents.
On Good Friday March 26 business places of Gractiinger will close at 12 00 noon and remain closed all afternoon.
Graetlinger resident Jacob Brekke suffered a heart attack Tuesday morning while returning home from the postal five. He was admitted to Holy Family Hospital in Dbd0 a.m. His condition is listed as fair after a rather restless night. Friends wish his speedy improvement and full recovery.
Delbert Rucker of Gary Indiana and his sister Mrs Mable Smith of Washington DC spent the first of the week visiting their brother Claud Rucker who lies seriously ill in Enmetsburge hospital. Delbert had lived on a local farm for years and moved to Gary in 1920 where he worked at the steel mills for many years, retiring two years ago.
Graettinger Public School announces a kindergarten session from April 12 for six weeks with Mrs Earl Erickson directing. Classes meet afternoons at the schoolhouse from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Parents must notify the superintendent by April 9 if their child is age five before March 1, 1948. Country children will be sent by bus at 12:45 p.m.
Gravttiger set for March 29 election with five tickets. G.I. party lists Robert Carter for mayor and six council candidates. Citizens ticket fields A. C. Christiansen for mayor and five council hopefuls with two incumbents not seeking reelection. Elizabeth Jensen runs unopposed for treasurer. Polls open 6:00 am to 8:00 pm at City Hall.
Frank Weir, his son Ralph, and Paul Smith reported a deer east of Graettinger Monday forenoon. The deer stood by the Tom Boetker farm road, then bolted after a brief stop. Deer sightings are becoming common in the area as winter driving increases risks on dark roads.
Friends welcomed L. We MeCann returning to the store this week though not on duty. He remained at same weight last month and had been at Tfolyamily hospital for several weeks around a surgical operation. He hopes to regain strength and plans to return to work after recovery.
John Hughes, 85, of Motherville, is a patient at Houly family hospital and is quite ill. He is the father of William and Leo Hughes of Grachtinger. Friends here and at Suimershucy hope for his early improvement and complete recovery.
Clifford William Sehow, 25, son of Wm. C. Sehow, died suddenly March 4 aboard an oil tanker in Bombay, India, while serving six years in the merchant marine. The body was being returned to Garner, Iowa for burial. Survived by his father and sister Mrs. Norman Juhl. mother deceased in 1946.
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