01 Oct 1959
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1959
Page
1
Devotional outline urges Acts study as the early church’s story from Jesus’ commands. Emphasizes testimony over argument and the need for living witness as proof of faith. Promotes modern English translation for quick understanding and practical life relevance.
The article notes that mature leaves show their finest colors as they turn bright hues. It argues frost is not the sole factor in color development and suggests other influences play a key role in the vibrant autumn display.
Warm days and cool nights help Oaks Sumac and dogwood redden from stored leaf sugar. A Minnesota lake incident follows as a dog entangles with fishing gear, then escapes unharmed. Football kicks originated from a Rugby player who picked up the ball in 1823.
The Times reports rainfall data from Shirley Henningsen, official weather observer for radio station KICD. Her gauge readings since June and comparisons to Gmail and unofficial gauges show smaller gauges fill faster, while the official gauge provides this week’s rain report.
Mrs. Ernest Herink of Chelsea caught a 19 pound carp while fishing solo. She lacked a dip net but managed to haul the fish onto the bank.
Mr and Mrs Ed Mittlestadt showed an 18 foot double sunflower plant at their residence in Weat Unian highlighting local gardening achievement.
Drivers license exams set Mondays at Fatherville and Orange City Tuesdays at Erameteburg Wednesdays at Spencer Thursdays at Hock Rapids Fridays at Spirit Lake and Saturdays at Sibley mornings only. Social Security representative visits Emmietsburg courthouse on the first and third Wednesdays 10 00 to 2 00 and city hall Betherville on the second and fourth Wednesdays 8 30 to 12 00.
Thursday, September 20, 1954 report notes free movie night at Jensen Auto Co. garage Saturday with big attendance. Films featured scenes about Chevrolet cars, touted as the wonder car of 1934. Pleasant September weather prevailed. a light frost earlier damaged only tender vegetation. Local farm bureau held a Sept 11 meeting at Center schoolhouse with Albert and Martin Norrin in charge. Homecoming day shifted to Sept 28. pep rally planned at the high school Sept 25. Royal football team slated to play Graettinger here Sept 24.
In large gatherings wallflowers and shy guests need relief from monotony. The author collected tried and tested skits and pantomimes used at clubs and PTA meetings to re energize events. Names mentioned include Yvonne Olean Virgil Olesen and Dale Munson as participants.
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