Marian George Bride Of Mason City Young Man
Marian Ruth George of Graettinger becomes bride of Francis Edward McDonald of Mason City in Immaculate Conception church with Rev. Huey officiating. Bridesmaid Eleanor McDonald, ushers J C Breheny and Ensign J Richard Stevens. Music by Mood and Jack. Reception at bride’s home. Couple to reside in Oakwood Dark, Clear Lake, after Chicago trip. McDonald graduate of Mason City High and ISU. Gamma Nu affiliation.
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EF. CG. Jackman
J. C. Breheny
Clear Lake
Ensign J. Richard Stevens
Mazon City
Wm. Hoessack
Lohengrin
Mendelasohn
Farkspur
Neuse
KK. Turneaure
Js. C. Jackman
Margaret
Wayne Slamilton
Robert Vasey
Olene Jacobson
Walt Hamilton
Chicago
McDonald
Oakwood
McDonald O
Graettinger Iiphoschool
Uamilton School
Commere
Mason City
Sunder Colduce
Iowa State College
Ames
Sigma Nu
Government Service appoints Merle Grodland as instructor
Merle Grodland son of MI and Airs MoO has been chosen by the government as an instructor in mechanical aircraft. He and his family are in fili nis where Merle will take a three months course. He will then be sent to Pensacola or to California. He has served as manual arts instructor in the Charl City schools Graetting or friends wish him success.
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Merle Grodland
Latson Makes Progress After Long Illness
Mrs Latson is improving after a long siege of illness. Recovered health is gradual and she is on the road to recovery. Social friends are pleased to hear of her improving condition this week.
Graduation Tonight At High School Auditorium
The eighth grade graduation is being held at the high school auditorium this Thursday evening. A full report will be given next week. Fred Wolfe has been suffering with blood poisoning for ten days, an infection on the back of his hand. He has been laid up from active work with the ailment.
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Fred Wolfe
Bank Holiday May 22 Closes Palo Alto Banks
All banks in Palo Alto county will be closed Friday May 22 due to a group meeting at Spencer.
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Palo Alto County
Spencer
Plant Sale And Lunch Two Days Next Week
The Methodist church circle led by Mrs. Barringer and Mrs. Luehsinger holds a plant sale and serves lunch at the Mrs. A. J. Jolson buildings across from Ander son Grocery on Thursday and Friday next week. The plant sale runs both days while lunch is offered Friday afternoon and evening. Tanneh offers sandwiches, potato salad and coffee. Phone orders to 187. Public invitation extended. Merman Askeland, Armstrong, buys a new car with permission.
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Methodist Church
Barringer
Dick Spies May Enter West Point This Summer
Dick Spies received his appointment to enter West Point this summer. A single obstacle remains as he is in the naval air corps and must secure his own transfer. Gilchrist, anxious to have Spies enter, extends congratulations.
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Dick Spies
West Point
Gile
Militors Academy
Naval Air Corps
West Port
Hema
Chick
Congress
Cane Eressman Gilchr
May Gilchrist
Mr. Spies
Foller
Times
Walked In Sleep Injures Self In Fall From Window
Danice Rustad, daughter of Mr and Mrs L Rustad, suffered a fractured heel when she walked from a second story window while asleep and fell. The accident occurred at her home. she is a student at Graettinger High and remained able to move with crutches. Her family notes her bravery and resilience.
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Chaniece Rutstad
Diakes
Fortuns Abe
Danice Ng
Snl
L. (. Rustad
Grachtinger High
Building New Walks at Gradlinger Plant Grounds
Peter Miller and crew construct new cament walks at Gradlinger Municipal light plant grounds. The area will be seeded and shrubbery planted. When grass starts, ornamental shrubbery will develop, making the grounds beautiful.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Miller & Son
Gradlinger Municipal
Illness Update for Mrs. Frye’s Friends and Family
The report notes Mrs. Frye’s illness after a heart attack, with her aide Mrs. Rye Gactunger assisting in meals and service. Friends and relatives will not learn of full details but hope for early improvement in her health.
Former Graettinger Woman Died At Desk
Mrs H C Hunter 40 died at her Chicazo desk first of March from a heart blood clot. Funeral held in Chicazo. Survived by husband and a son in the army. Remembered locally as Maddie Howard. Parents Nels and Mrs Howard resided near Graettinger. She visited Graettinger about ten years ago. Local friends extend sympathy.
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K. Simonsen
Graettinger
H.C. Hunter
Chicapro
Chicazo
Captain John Kelly to Return From Panama
Captain John Kelly U S A chaplain is due home from the Canal Zone this week. He is the son of Mr and Mrs J M Kelly Ayrshire and brother of Miss Maureen Kelly a local teacher. Father Kelly served as chaplain in Honolulu for two years then Denver before going to the Canal Zone.
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John Kelly
U.S. A
Crass Zone
Air Forces
J. M. Kelly
Ayrshire
Maureen Kelly
Focal
Father Kelly
Honolulu
Denver
Canal Zone
Poppy Day Observed In Graettinger On Saturday
Graettinger marks Poppy Day with new names on America’s roll of honored dead as the American Legion Auxiliary distributes memorial poppies. Local chairwoman Mrs Karl Nielsen urges wearing a poppy to honor those who safeguarded the nation and to remember the price of freedom.
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America
Karl Nielsen
American Legion Auxilary
Mars. Nichsen
Spain
Gonrs
Aesin
Ieabe
American Legion Poppy Drive Gratitude and Call to Help
Veterans tribute urges Americans to support the poppy fund aiding disabled and dependent families of World War I and present conflicts. It highlights honoring those who served and encourages generous donations to the American Legion and Auxiliary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Mies
American Legion
Auxiliary
Cousin Of Times Publisher Killed In Accident
Janes Moriarty thirty seven, cousin of the Times publisher, was killed in a highway crash near Chicago last Wednesday. He drove a gasoline truck and stopped on a four lane road to inspect a problem. a laundry truck, in the outside lane, struck him and then hit Moriarty’s truck. The laundry truck was demolished and its driver likely survived. Moriarty is survived by his wife and five children. his mother is a sister of the late Mrs Sullivan.
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Janes Moriarty
Times
Chicago
Tie
Chi Young Anany
7. Sullivan
Gradlinger
the Times
Lee Robinson Injures Leg in Workplace Accident
Lee Robinson slipped while stepping to the cab of his Skelly truck at the Larson Cafe and sprained an ankle and split a bone in the leg. The injury is painful and will keep him laid up for some time, with a prior similar break years ago.
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Lee Robinson
Larson Cafe
Lee
Dinner at Ayrshire parish for Memorial Day
Sacred Heart parish Ayrshire to hold Memorial Day dinner on Saturday May 30 serving from 11 30 a crowd invited for a community meal and fellowship at the church hall.
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Ayrshire
Sacred Heart Parish
Memorial Day Hours for Graettinger Businesses
Memorial day hours announced as Graettinger stores close at 10:00 a.m. on Memorial Day Saturday May 380. Shops will remain open Friday evening until 10:00 p.m.
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Graettinger
Training Air Raid Wardens In Palo Alto Effort
A damaged OCR summary outlines efforts to train air raid wardens in Palo Alto as part of civilian defense. It references volunteers, the state defense commission, and plans to prepare wardens for potential bombing attacks, with a focus on national preparedness and local training.
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Palo Alto
Kraus Swanson
Othe
Tayi Lopars- Inert
Geserian Wilson
State Medusteigh and Defense Commission
Peatvet
Fae Sion
Gabe
Dallas
Bedi
Democrats Sniping At M Thornburg Polls May 19 1942
Martin Lemonson of Ruthven writes that Democrats harbored hostility toward M Thornburg, citing a May 10 letter and past margins in Polk and other counties. He contrasts Democratic support with Republican gains and predicts Thornburg will win in the fall, arguing he represents all law.
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M. Thornburg
Martha Thornburg
Pali Alley
Dant Gravernay
Lao Wilsstoi
Polk
Mark
Wilson
Martin Lemonson
Ruthven
Funeral Notice For McManhon Fireman
The obituary notes the death of Joun McMahon, a firefighter known as McManhon. It mentions a Catholic funeral service and states sympathies are extended to his relatives. Attendees included several individuals referenced as associates or colleagues.
Memorial Day Dinner At South Walnut
The Suaule Walnut Tatd Aid will hold a Memorial Day dinner at the church in South Walnut. A noon meal will be served and lunch will be available in the afternoon. Menu includes escalloped meat, baked beans, pickles, sandwiches, jam, pie and coffee. Admission 85e and 2he. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suaule Walnut Tatd Aid
South Walnut
Petersen at Mayo Clinic Report on Fitness for Duty
Ole C. Petersen is at Rochester this week undergoing clinic evaluation at Mayo Hospital. Officials hope Mayo specialists report Petersen is fit for military duty.
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Ole Petersen
Ole C. Petersen
Rochester
Mayo Hospital
Petersen
Graettinger Market Report May 21 1912 Oats and Hens Prices
Market notes for Graettinger dated Thursday May 21 1912 list prices for old oats at 40 cents per bushel. It references hens and roosters with weights and prices including heavy hens per 5 pounds and over at 17 cents and roosters at 12 cents for heavy and 9 cents for light.
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Graettinger
Thirty-Eight Palo Alto boys leave for army yesterday
Thirty eight Palo Alto youths listed by Graettinge join the army. Names include Peterson Toward Peterson Sanford Rose Raigonond Christiansen Nori Molwesant Brod Carey Orville Ospood. They will enter at Des Moines then transfer to training posts.
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Palo Alto
Army
Graettinges
Peterson
Toward
Sanford
Rose
Raigonond
Christiansen
Nori
Molwesant
Brod
Carey
Orville
Ospood
Bes Moines
Tintes
Ludwig Larsen Dies in Wallingford Obituary
Ludwig Larsen of Wallingford died after a long illness aged 71. Born in Norway, he came to the United States and lived in Emmet County for decades, farming before retiring. Survived by wife Lena, two sons Tilmer and Vern, a daughter, brother John, sister Inga, and six grandchildren, he was a member of the Wallingford Lutheran Church.
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Jwevill Daily News
Wallingford Tatheras
Wes Han
Hinderaker
Wallingford
Hilmer Lancer
Willits Fara
Mow Larsen
Heowits
Nopwas
Protest to Roosevelt Over Liquor Near Camps
A fragmentary wartime notice recalls a protest sent to President Roosevelt addressing liquor sales near military camps. The text mentions individuals and a damaged account of family losses and community support, reflecting home-front concerns and wartime morale efforts.
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Roosevelt
Graettinger High Confers 39 Diplomas At Commencement
Commencement exercises for the class of 42 were held in the high school auditorium Tuesday evening. Thirty-nine boys and girls received diplomas for completion of the course. The program included greetings by Margaret Stiles, salutatory by Lois Jean Carter, two selections by the mixed chorus, and a valedictory by Mary Evelyn Poedow. Robert Blaylock spoke on Education Past Present and Future.
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High School
Arge
Graettinger High School
Andersen
Margaret. Barringer
Kenneth 0. Carter
Lois Jean
Christiansen
Ethel 1
Clayton
Joan
Cleamenson
Elaine Ki
Clemitson
Arlene Hy Daniel
Francis
Dubin
Peter J
Dr Fowl
Miury Evelyn
Gutlve da Gilbadeh
Margaret M. Graettinger
Caroly Hiurtinann
Demitlel Hester
Catharina
Iverson
Betty
Johmson
Duane
Sammers
Dachyte
Masters
Shirley Maw
Med
Kathleen
Ruth MM. Young
Marjorie
Theo
Margaret Stiles
Che Rey
Mather
J. Pheley
Leis Jean Carter
Eyenine
Allan McClain
Mary Evelyn Poedo
Robert Blaylock, Sry
Hes Moines
Howard J. Girseh
Blaylock
Mire Company Geocalarm Sparks West Robbing Fire
A fire alarm from the Standard Service station on West Robbing avenue caused a small blaze Saturday evening. A short circuit triggered a brief fire at the site, quickly extinguished by firefighters who arrived promptly. Damage details are not fully stated.
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Geocalarm Wan
Ger
West Robbing Avenue
Mrs Jensen in Poor Health This Week
Mrs Jensen of Worth Avenue is reported quite unwell this week. For the past two weeks she has shown limited improvement while doctors express cautious optimism for her recovery.
Vasey Family Update From Washington Pa Hospital
Mr Vasey is recovering from a serious abdominal operation. Mrs Vasey and relatives report he is feeling better but has not yet fully regained strength after the procedure in Washington Pa.
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Vasey
Mra. Vasey
Toponin
Washington
Mr. Vasey
Parking Lot Now Ready For Customers
The Gruetlinger parking lot beside the Ralph Masters ridge is open for parking. Officials urge motorists to cooperate to avoid double parking, especially Wednesday and Saturday nights. Drivers are asked to save tires by not double parking to keep space for customers and reduce accident risk.
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Gruetlinger
Ralph Masters
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Marian George Bride
Marian George
Francis McDonald
Naomi Erickson
Osiby
Kensett
Merman Askeland
Armstrong
Capt
Panama
Het Saad
Orliau Foods
Joun McMahon
Dotme Dicks McManen
Herville
Shah Wedlay Omieraing
Onine
Dewesin
Cretiiacee
Iatiaghes
Fat
Pat
Craettineer
Hey
Iever
Chie
Ludwig Larsen
Mor Loy Angeles
Wesley
Phar
Deanetta
Pavifie
Leods
Tarboer
Charles Amd
W. Marley
Ana
D. . McCarts
Grarttinger
Meloves
Hawkeye Theater
Iowa
Doe
Brown
Louisiana Purchase
Babe Hope Vera
Humphrey Bopurt
Graet
Finger High School
Alc. Jensen Quite
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