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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1947
Page
2
Fragmentary clipped text from The Graettinger Times shows a chaotic postal office scene and garbled references to storms, a bishop, a rolling house, and a town kit. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving an unclear local event.
The Spokesman reports a record 4-H enrollment race for Palo Alto County with June 1 deadlines. Beef, dairy, sheep and hog projects show increases as fair grounds prepare for August 14 to 20 events, with exhibitors urged to report accurate club enrollments.
Delegates from several county clubs have been announced for the Koya 4-H District Camp to be held at Walther Leave Camp Grounds in Okoboji on June 2 and 4. The county aims for 29 boys. most clubs have reported, with Brometabirg and Fairfield Fern Valley yet to send delegates.
Minols has expanded agricultural lands by about 600000 acres since 1040, boosting farming capacity and regional output. Local officials note steady growth through land purchases and policy incentives, with continued expansion planned across multiple districts.
The Weomer's County Committee plans a 1966 program focusing on handicrafts, textiles, and home skills. A luncheon is set for Wednesday with a focus on a Russia theme and a communal buffet. The October meeting aims to explore skills like weaving, rug making, and felt crafts for home use.
The Farm Bureau Office in Emmetsburg announces new permit numbers for gas tax refunds effective July 1. Farmers must apply and pay to receive the postcard mailed permit, valid for two years and usable in full for refunds. Applications must be notarized and submitted before dune day.
Audrey Ann Baxter of Palo Alto 4-H will join delegates to Camp Mitigwa near Boone from June 12 to 14, selected April 5 by the County 4-H Committee. Baxter, president of the Hushbake Peppy Pals with 21 members, plans a future in landscaping and holds a farm-themed scrap book. Camp Mitigwa hosts specialists in nature study conservation and camping along the Des Moines River seven miles from Boone.
Home economists recommend a clothesline height around six feet to balance reachability and prevent sagging. An average-height user can access items without bending, while the line remains taut and functional, suitable for typical laundry loads.
Immaculate Conception Church schedules Masses at 6:00 and 14:00 with confessions on the third Saturday 4:00 to 5:00 and 7:08 to 8:00. St Paul’s Lutheran and First Lutheran list worship times, Sunday School, Bible classes, choir rehearsals, and parish events. Wallingford Lutheran notes communion, Sunday School, Luther League, parochial school hours, junior and senior choirs, and Bible study sessions. Visitors welcomed at St Paul’s. vacation Bible school plans and opening date being prepared.
Pastor Gunderson presides at 11:10 a.m. service with communion. Confirmation class Friday 7 to 8 20 p.m. Choir rehearsal Thursday evening. Parochial school starts Monday June 2 at 1 00 p.m. First two weeks at Qua k tat school house. Sylvia Berge returns as teacher for the year. All school age children urged to attend especially Confirmation Class.
The Methodist Church led by Rev J Heber Miller announces a rally at Okamanpedan State Park with transport from Graettinger at 3:00. Delegates bring a potluck meal, theme Day at Camp nails a Thumb sketch, Vacation Church School runs June 9 to 16 with 9:00 to 3:30 sessions for public school age pupils. Goodwill truck arrives June 11. bring filled or partial bags to the parsonage.
Dolores Clemenson daughter of Mr and Mrs John Clemenson has been chosen president counselor at the town watchers college for the summer quarter at Bartlett hall dormitory She will supervise guide and assist about talents and acts as a counselor to new students She plans to teach kindergarten next fall in Manila Iowa and return to finish a two year course in 1948 She was active in glee club sextette chorus and girls basketball in high school and was a member of student council earning a G pin for high grades and scholarship recognition.
ABC Club members entertained Tuesday afternoon with bridge and prizes secured by Mrs Weinholzer and Mrs Ross Clayton. Lunch followed. Shower honored Mrs James Sandvig Jr at her home Wednesday with gifts for the bride. Lunch was served and guests noted gifts.
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