20 May 1954
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1954
Page
1
The notice calls for Poppy Day on May 29 to aid disabled veterans and their dependents, honoring America’s heroic dead. It covers graduation speeches and future paths for seniors, with remarks from Mrs. Frans Swanson at the Parent-Senior Banquet and notes on local Veterans and school achievements.
A historical roster shows Benes Auditor and Martin Thompson Clerk among county offices. E. M. Thompson Sheriff, Richard Miller Recorder, Mrs Ellen Brereton Engineer, T. R. Martin Treasurer, Mercer Richter Attorney, L A Prichard Coroner, Dr J R Hyde, A Bargman, 306 Joyce William Fogarty and Wm McConnell noted. Supt Co Home Matt Brown listed as County Superintendent of Schools. Additional names include J B L Smith, NLU Immaculate Conception, Father ES, Maynard Methodist Church Rev, RK, and E Hodgkins.
A biblical sermon contrasts Jehoshaphat and Ahab seeking God’s will before war with Syria. It notes the danger of trusting 400 pliant prophets, exposes Micaiah as true, and warns that democracy can mislead when crowds decide truth rather than divine will.
From the Files OF THE TIMES reports corn planting is underway with many farmers pushing ahead after a cold spell last week. Mentions include births for H. E. B. Fink and Jorgen Larsen, Earl Erickson attending a Des Moines grocers convention, and weekend visits by Clara Thu and Mrs. C. E. Norris with daughter Vivian visiting Ruthven and Lost Island areas.
Peter Zwagerman a native of The Netherlands and longtime Orange City resident died recently at age ninety one. He was among the community’s oldest residents and his passing marks the end of a long life of local involvement and European heritage.
State of Iowa Palo Alto County notice states R T Naee appointed as administrator with will annexed of Vance V Wolfe deceased. Creditors urged to pay estate debts and filing of claims with the Clerk of the District Court by law, dated May 7 1954. Merrill C Glark is attorney for estate. 5-13-3
We carry a large stock of Fresh and Cured Meats and can accommodate special requests for Sunday dinners. We offer the best hams and bacon at low, consistent prices. Cream milk bread available. Robert Simonsen, Proprietor. Telephone 71. Your patronage appreciated.
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