Future Farmers of America Graettinger May Meeting Elects Officers
The Graettinger Chapter of the Future Farmers of America met Monday May 12 to elect officers for the coming year. President Bob Sampson was chosen, with Bill Munson as vice president, Harlan Hanson secretary, Merlin Norris treasurer, and Paul Currans reporter. Installations planned at the next meeting.
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Graettinger Times
John J. Sullivan
Graettinger
Palo Alto
Emmet
Fenton and Terris
Grachtinger
Future Farmers of America
Bob Sampson
Bill Munson
Harlan Hanson
Merlin Norris
Paul Currans
Paul Cur- Tans
OLR VEXING PROBLEMS DISCUSSED BY GERARD NOLLEN
Gerard Nollen discusses savings bonds changes with new LA 3 defense bonds offering full three percent compound interest if held to maturity. If cashed earlier, surrender value yields higher rates than former issues, with stepped increases after six months two years three and five years. Also offers a second ten year period at about three percent compound.
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U. S. Savings Bonds
U. S. Savings Bonds Office, 301 Old Federal Building
Des Moines
U. S. Defense
Patchwork on Plaster Wall Repainting Tips
When repainting a plaster wall check for painted areas that have sealed bare plaster. Sand the edges to blend the spot, apply primer or sealer to bare areas and allow to dry, then finish with the final coat over the whole wall.
Tree Ring Calendar Dates Early Human And His Climate
Forty years ago astronomer Andrew Douglass began using tree rings to read climate history. He linked sunspot activity to growth patterns in pine forests of northern Arizona, creating a calendar of weather and human life spanning nearly two thousand years. Douglass, now 84, remains active in tracing long term climate signals across generations of trees.
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Arizona
Desert
United States
Andrew E. Douglass
Douglass
Sparkplug Lover Feared Dead in Sierra Snows
Quincy Cal reports Manuel Herrick 78 once Oklahoma congressman missing in snow in the California Sierras. His companion George Wel en 73 of Colfax found dead by a search party. Herrick, Republican from Oklahoma's 8th district in 1921, earned fame as the aerial daredevil and sparkplug of Washington with Army plane stunts.
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Quincy
Cal
Manuel Herrick
Oklahoma
California
Sierras
George
Welen
Colfax
Werick
High Country
Herrick
Congress
Washington
Binocular Vision Covers Up for the Optic Papilla
Chicago readers are reminded that a blind spot exists where the optic nerve enters the eye. Binocular vision usually masks this blind spot, as the other eye covers the missing image. A simple demonstration shows the circle disappears when aligned with the left eye.
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Chicago
Ill
Better Vision Institute
Man Survives Six Months Without Death in Bronx Hospital
Sidney Grunauer, 55, discharged after four years in a Bronx hospital for an ailment described as a heart block with an unknown factor causing ventricular fibrillation. Attacks render him pulse-less with zero blood pressure, lasting seconds to minutes. if over eight minutes, authorities warn, permanent death likely.
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New York
N.Y
Sidney Grunauer
Bronx
Grunauer
Meat Inspector Examines Hamburger for Safety
A meat inspector entered a cafe to inspect hamburger meat for signs of contamination. The process included careful examination of the meat on the plates and in the cooler as authorities scrutinize safety standards.
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Belleville
Aes
Fertility of Japanese A Bomb Victims Returns
A joint report to the Council on National Emergency Medical Service states that Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors have regained fertility and show no unusual rate of abnormal offspring among their children. It also notes radiation cataracts and higher leukemia risk near high exposure, emphasizes early injury treatment, and cites antibiotics' effectiveness. About half of initial nuclear radiation is delivered in the first second, with 98 percent by the end of one minute.
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Japan
Council On National Emergency Medical Service
American Medical Association
Charles L. Dunham
Eugene P. Cronkite
George W. LeRoy
Shields Warren
Cronkite
U.S. Naval Medical Research Institute
Bethesda
U.S. Atomic Energy Commission
Washington, D.C
Hiroshima
Nagasaki
Poll Shows Comfort Tops Style In Shoe Purchases
University of California study surveyed about six hundred co-eds finding 98 percent rated comfort as the primary factor in buying shoes. Men showed similar leanings while price ranked low for both, with foot health and proper fit highlighted as key benefits for posture and stride.
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University of California Laboratory of
University of California
Sleep and happiness linked to restful nights
Dr George Gallup finds very happy people sleep best while the unhappy suffer insomnia. Happier minds with fewer worries rest easier, supporting the idea that good sleep reduces daily cares to mere trifles. Comfortable bedding may contribute to this rested state and greater happiness.
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George Gallup
American Institute of Public Opinion
Gallup
Momentous Glass Lore From Pliny To Modern Science
A fragmentary feature traces glass from ancient legends of Seafarers finding it by a river in Asia Minor to today’s vast formula range. It notes light focus, heat resistance, electrical properties, food containment, and uses in science and weather observation through the camera eye recording the present for tomorrow.
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Asia’ Minor
Farm Worker Won't Accept Higher Wages
ROCK GAP West Virginia Joe Miller accepts no higher wages than one dollar a day He says no one is worth more He has worked as butcher blacksmith veterinarian machinist farmer carpenter for a dollar per day plus meals His skills keep demand high He sees dignity in work and self government and suggests married men need fifty cents more per day for wife and children under twelve
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Rock Gap
W. Va
Joe Miller
Joe
Maryland
West Virginia
Virginia
Miller
Boy Saved From Gas Well Shaft by Mother's Rope
In Pittsburgh George Eckert, two, vanished while walking the dog. An 18 inch wide, 25 foot deep abandoned gas well shaft trapped him. After local help failed, his mother tied a rope to be lowered, guiding him to safety as he signaled readiness and was pulled out by his father.
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Pittsburgh
George Eckert
James
George
Trans Continental Trip Costs Scots Only 20
Two Scottish teachers from Motherwell, Scotland, traveled across the United States to study American physical education methods. British currency limits allowed only 28 pounds per traveler to be taken abroad. After landing in New York, they hitchhiked 4,413 miles to Fresno, California, with side trips, spending a total of 19.50 dollars.
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Fresno
U.S
Robert Donald
John Cross
Motherwell
Scotland
Auantle
New York
Calif
City Council Meetings Geed As A Show Now
Bentol Illinois council chamber acoustics hindered discussion as spectators found the scene lacking and seats were mostly empty. A public address system was installed after a poor turnout and the Mayor predicts improved attendance ahead.
Navy family visits Pensacola for retirement plan
Mr and Mrs Earl Brobst and son Ronnie of Seattle Washington visit Grace Brobst and relatives for a week. Earl known as Shorty served eleven years in the navy and will retire in 1961 after 20 years of service. He is transferred to Pensacola to settle and build a home there.
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Earl Brobst
Ronnie
Seattle
Washington
Grace Brobst
Earl
Shorty
Jim
Navy
Pensacola
Memorial Hospital Formal Opening Invites Public
The hospital association and board invite the public to the formal opening on May 26, 1952 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. to view the new facilities and modern equipment and service. Edgar Allan Poe is referenced as originator of the modern detective story.
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Memorial Hospital
Hospital Association
Hospital Board
Edgar Allen Poe
Detective Story
Community Church Schedules and Events for May
Multiple Graettinger church notices list Mass and confession times at Immaculate Conception and Our Savior's Lutheran. First Lutheran and St Pauls Lutheran announce morning worships, Sunday School, and choir practices led by Rev. Gilbertson and other pastors. Methodist Church invites services, board meeting, and budget canvass. Goodwill pickup announced. Community plans include Ladies' Aid, 80 club meeting, and a guest sermon by Arthur Sorensen from Trinity Seminary.
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First Lutheran Church
Rev
Gilbertson
Kenneth Sorenson
Sorensen
A. Bisgaard
Methodist Church
Graettinger
Methodist Parsonage
South Walnut
Arthur Sorensen
Trinity Seminary
Blair
Nebr
Ladies’ Aid
Walter Peterssen
John Jacobsen
80 Club
Wallingford Lutheran Services and Activities Schedule
Wallingford Lutheran plans a special Rural Life Sunday service next Sunday morning at 0 30 with Sunday school and Bible classes at 10 45. Jewish Mission Society meets Sunday afternoon at 2 30 with Pastor P D Wee as speaker. Junior Choir, Confirmation class, and choir rehearsals are listed for Saturday and Thursday. Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran also hosts services and Bible study with a cordial welcome to all.
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Wallingford Lutheran
Rural Life
Jewish Mission Society
P. D. Wee
Lakefield
Luther League
Joan Johnson
Duane Syvergon
Philip Herum
Ernest Skattebo
Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Divine Services
Immanua
Lutherad
Tordial
Well Tailored Tipples Prepare Coal To Different Specs
A historical note describes coal prepared to meet varied power plant, railroad, and industrial needs as well as home heating stokers and boilers. The text highlights tailoring coal quality for each application, reflecting diverse demand sectors.
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Tipples
Official Board Proceedings Iowa Wald Alto County May 1 1852
The county board convened in Emmetburg with all members present. Claims across funds were approved and warrants ordered, including payments to the Recorder, Janitor supplies, attorneys, insurance, and various vendors. notes list a long series of expenditures for services, supplies, and payroll across several departments.
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State OF Iowa
Wald Alto County
Emmeteburg
A. BP. Rickless
Alpe
Bisenius
J. W
Bateman
Sess
Brennan Electric
Brereton
Robert H
Uae
Srebzmeyer
Janois
Aoortantly
Cole
Elmer FH
Nalee
McBurg Publishing Co
Recorders
Offler
Sprinthags
Cereces
Fotey
Uelen
Wellore
Kidjar & Chambers Co
Frederickson
Lee
Graettingia
Beard
Holcomb
Ath, Co
Tielsen
He O
Joye
Jon A. Sess
UC “Insurance
Kort
John
Miffner Jewelry
Wiles - Co
Offfe
Yale Alte Ie
Offlee
Bey Vale
Riebleft
A. P
Simon, Vernon
P.M
P. al
Stamps & Co
Thompson, Martin, Co
Cheteht
Poor Ayiward
San Cece
Oneney
J. Groceries
Argabright
O.cuccee
Culver
Mary
G. Fitzhenry - T. McGeehan
Crotameyer
Dee
Mead Care
Coo Karm
Yowen
Mi Wollte
Witzhenry Emnetabarg
Ditalinetien
Mollechan
Han
Havtuan
Kathman Ebro
Honmethgurgy
Arin
Bikenbast
Robert
Onta - Coo Marne Fats Farmers Elevator
Efaeed Valine Graettinger
Ruin Metric
Merv
Whert
Kina
Marin
Keenry
Uve
MeComnt
Raeeey
Laboy
Morebion
Nelson & Stonte
Ame Co
Andaraan
Pratt
Dernien
Nate
Avrilean Uo Powers
J. Bhncke
D. Grayhtr
St Anthonys Home
Cure Keep
Marnuch
Sallys
Croéerlag
H. Patmier
Simona
Vernon
Mira
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Gerard
Nollen
Today
Times Office
LeRoy Wikert
Kate
Graettinger Insurance Agency
Merrill C. Clark
J. J. Skow
Mobilgas - Mobiloil
Floyd Dahlgren
Emmetsburg
TB & Bangs
Martin Norris
Sierra
Immaculate Conception
Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Sraettinger
South Wal Wt
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