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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1969
Page
5
Graettinger residents are reminded by a Times notice that all dogs must be licensed and that dogs running loose will be impounded by city dog catcher John Weir. Nighttime runs threaten gardens and lawns. complaints should be directed to Weir.
The Pirette track team finished seventh with 16 points in a 16 team field at Esther ville. Lincoln Central won the team title. Greettinger girls set multiple records as Paula Stuart won the 440 dash in 62.5, a meet and school record, and the 320 and 40 relays posted school records in second and third, with Anne Stuart and Sue Studer contributing in multiple events. Sue Studer placed sixth in the 100 yard dash and a pair of relay teams also placed for Pirette.
Gary Thomsen left was a member of the State FFA chorus at the state convention and named chapter Star Greenhand. Bill Ellis, right, belonged to the State FFA band. he is the son of Mr and Mrs Wm Bills. Pirate Trackmen scored 24 points for sixth place at the Pioneer Relays with Coach Bartels noting results.
A large turnout of parishioners and friends attended a Thursday night reception at Immaculate Conception parish center to honor Father Vincent Beacom on his silver jubilee ordination. Wm Brown led the program with music, readings, bouquets from students and children, and a presentation of keys to a 1969 Buick by Tom Millen, as the parish presented the car to their pastor.
Christian Jokumsen a longtime Graettinger resident died at Palo Alto Memorial hospital Emmetsburg at 3 a.m. Sunday Funeral services were held Wednesday at Bethany Lutheran church with Rev Heitz officiating Burial was in St Pauls cemetery Pallbearers were Charles Westfall Thomas Tuitjens Elmer Simington Ran ad Storhers John Andre and Pocomas Bries He was born December 3 189? and came to the United States at age two He farmed near Stickney South Oak and later in Graettinger before retiring to Graettinger in 1946 He was a member of Bethel Lutheran church Surviving are two brothers Alfred of Graettinger and Jens of Duns Iowa, preceded in death by parents, two brothers and two sisters.
The all school play scheduled for tonight has been cancelled due to conflicting interests, according to an announcement by school officials.
Raymond Johnson of Estherville, former Graettinger resident, was fined 20 dollars plus costs by Emmetsburg Justice of Peace S. M. Hand on April 23. The charge, filed March 15 by Palo Alto County Sheriff Dick Miller, alleged negligence in caring for three horses on an acreage at the southeast edge of Graettinger.
The Graettinger community plans a tea at the United Methodist church dining hall on May 18 from 2 to 5 to honor Miss Cora Christopher who retires after teaching in the area since 1908. She taught in Graettinger for most of her career with early years at Jens Tompson Iverson and a stint in Superior.
Graettinger stores will feature a $50 Buck prize in the weekly Saturday afternoon drawing. Draw time is 3:00 PM. Jokumeen did not claim last Saturday's prize.
James Kelly a biology and science teacher for two years at the local school resigns to take a position in the University of Northern Cedar laboratory. His wife Jean Kelly accompanies him as they move to teach there.
Fourth district Palo Alto supervisor Russell Peterson of Graettinger thanks volunteers including high school students for aiding the flood response to save pavement east of Graettinger at the Ospond bridge. Maintenance crews began repairing the washed out road this week.
Morgaret O'Conner of Graettinger died Tuesday night at Rosewood Manor Estherville after a two year illness. Funeral at Immaculate Conception in Graettinger Friday 9:30 with Rev Vincent Beacom. Burial in St. John's cemetery Emmetsburg. Survivors include three sisters Nellie Mae Lillian of Graettinger and two brothers Frank and Joseph.
Plans for a benefit dance and fun night to raise funds for the Graettinger theatre fund at the Graettinger Legion hall on Friday May 16. The Country Ho Boes will donate entertainment and music. Tickets cost 1 per person and are available at local businesses or at the door. Non-dancers are welcome to enjoy country and western tunes. More details and ticket sales will be announced in the Times.
Graettinger proclaims May 2 through May 9 as clean-up time with residents urged to beautify the town. Trash pickup is scheduled for May 9, with waste collected from street sides by the city. Wayne R. Knutson, GHS senior, awarded an Air Force ROTC scholarship to attend St Olaf College north field Minnesota.
Wayne Davidson 53 suffered a skull fracture and head lacerations and was listed in critical condition at Holy Family hospital after a one car crash south and west of Ringsted. He was alone. the vehicle left the road and into a ditch. The report noted minor damage to the car.
Graettinger markets for Wednesday April 3 show oats at 66, corn and beans listed with small quantities. The snippet provides limited figures but confirms commodity pricing activity and notes oats 66 with corn and beans mentioned alongside.
The annual kindergarten roundup for parents of pupils entering kindergarten next year will be held in the school lunchroom Thursday evening May 8 at 7:30. Parents with upcoming kindergartners should call school secretary Winnette Vasey at 58-3286. Children must be five by Sept 15, 1969 to start the fall term. A visitation schedule will be announced later.
A spring like spell broke early in the week with temperatures near freezing on Sunday night. Light rain and some snow were observed in the area, with a low of 27 degrees noted during Tuesday dawn. Warmer conditions returned later Tuesday.
Twenty five youngsters from Immaculate Conception parish received their first communion on Sunday. The photo shows David Kellasch William Brown and Tim Millen on one side with Joe Spear in front of Father Beacom on the other. Front row lists Roger Jespersen Emma Nitehale Jay Heldeckes Karen Kollasch Suzanne Weber Terry Weller Cynthia Carlin Mark Andersen Connie Myers.
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