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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1962
Page
1
City officials urge a city wide clean-up paint-up and fix-up drive to benefit residents and visitors. The piece notes learning is never too old and stresses gathering information on the upcoming primary vote on a constitutional amendment about Town judges.
Graettinger High school boasted a 1962 graduating class of 38 and a large 52-student eighth grade cohort in Palo Alto county. The discussion on the school merger drew mixed headlines, with pro merger voices and opposition receiving similar display. Also notes a Graettinger reunion in Milwaukee with Kay Carter, Howard Felboy, Mary Kay Thorson, and Ann Lange, all former classmates.
Mrs Minnie Haren of Grundy Center aged 106 was taken to the hospital for care and treatment. Her mind is reported clear though she is weak.
Social Security district office Fort Dodge announces contact station times. Emmetsburg courthouse Wednesday June 6 13 and 27 from 1 to 3. Estherville city hall Tuesdays June 5 and 19 from 1 to 3. Appointments to see a representative may be obtained by writing to the Fort Dodge district office.
The schedule lists examinations for drivers licenses on Mondays in Estherville and Orange City, Tuesdays in Emmetsburg, Wednesdays in Spencer, Thursdays in Rock Rapids, Fridays in Spirit Lake, and Saturdays in Sibley, all mornings only.
A public notice lists county officials and district supervisors including Auditor Clerk Sheriff Recorder Treasurer Attorney Coroner and Supervisors for the 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Districts. It names W. H. Bargman Walter High Lester Johnson Russell Peterson and P. Rickless as connected figures.
The essay argues that God is love not power or justice, quoting John and Jesus. Love is unselfish, enduring, and defined by abiding, fearless concern for others, not mere sentiment. It notes fear arises from lack of trust and love, urging a disciplined, active love in daily life.
A Graettinger group met the Highway Commission in Ames to discuss paving Highway 17. Memorial Day observance on May 31 will close businesses early, with American Legion hosting. Arnold Doenning builds a new barn after storm loss. John Clemmenson and A R Speck secure Pontiac agency near Graettinger State Bank. High school baseball ends 1937 season in a 13 inning 6 6 tie at Evergreen Field. DIAL 859 3780 for family notices.
A summary of Jan de Flartog's The Inspector follows two middle aged Dutch detectives as they battle crime and bureaucracy to aid a girl saved from a Nazi camp. Their journey leads toward a promised land in Palestine amid danger and intrigue. New club memberships list several families and members across the Golden 100 and Thirty clubs.
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