Food For Freedom Slogan For 1942 In Iowa
The Iowa USDA Defense Board proposes 1942 goals for Palo Alto County to boost eggs soybeans and milk production. Egg target 2 770 720 dozen up 285 489. soybeans 13 451 acres up from 12 500. milk 73 872 200 pounds up 2 567 000. Milk cow numbers projected 14 971 to 25 284.
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Lawrence D. Brennan
Food For Freedom
Palo Alto County
Iowa Usda Defense Board
Usda Defense Board
Defense Board
Bre
Geitig
Americas Defense
America
United States
National Defense
Palo Alto
North West Iowa
Kermore
Knutsen Appointed New Town Marshal and Street Commissioner
F I Knutsen selected by Mayor Spies to succeed Martin Aylward who resigned as marshal and street commissioner. Knutsen, moved to Graettinger a year ago after running a general store at Fallow, is son of the late P S Knutsen. Aylward praised for capable service. wishes extend to both old and new officers.
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F. I. Knutsen
Spies
Martin Aylward
Mr. Knutsen
Graettinger
Fallow
P. S. Knutsen
Aylward
the Times
Paulsen Quite Ill In This City
The Times reports L. L. Paulsen is quite ill at his home in this city. The notice expresses hope his ailment is temporary and he will soon be back on deck.
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Paulsen
Times
L. L. Paulsen
Curfew Enforced For 16 Under Starting Monday
Curfew to operate from Monday October 13 1941 at 930 p m for all youths under 16. City council decision followed pressure to enforce the long standing ordinance. The rule prioritizes timely return after shows at Hawkeye with parental and police cooperation emphasized.
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Hawkeye
Bazaar well patronized by Catholic Ladies Aid society
The bazaar and chicken supper conducted by Catholic Ladies Aid Society members Sunday drew strong support from the public. Receipts neared $240 as organizers express gratitude for generous patronage.
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Catholic Ladies’ Aid Society
Ames Ne Nebraska football clash at Town College City
Bonstead of the Ames Creamery and Bud Craven attended the Ames Nebraska game at Town College City. The report promised for Saturday described a wonderful contest, but Nebraska proved too powerful for Ames.
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Ames Oval
Bonstead
The
Times
Olson attend Chicago funeral of sister-in-law
Mr and Mrs Wm Olson were in Chicago the first of the week attending the funeral of Mrs Olson s sister in law. The deceased was the mother of John Kohn of Chicago who has often visited the Olson home in Graettinger.
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Chicago
Wm. Olson
Flu Prevalent With Severe Illness Across The Area
The area reports widespread flu with many cases severe enough to keep patients in bed for several days. Health officials urge caution as hospitals see increased visits and fatigue rises among residents.
Bake Sale Saturday October 11 at Bert Anderson store
The Happy Day club will hold a bake sale on Saturday October 11 at the Bert Anderson store. A cordial invitation is extended to the public.
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Happy Day Club
Bert Anderson
Cards of Thanks Advertisement Rate
The notice states the charge for a card of thanks or no card of appreciation is 50c, a rate slightly below the regular advertising price.
Band Tag Day Raises Sixty Dollars In Grachtinger
The band conducted a tag day in Grachtinger on Saturday and collected $60 marking a successful fundraiser.
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Grachtinger
Heavy Rain Mon night with lightning over Graettinger
Graettinger experienced heavy rain Monday evening accompanied by considerable lightning. The storm affected the area with strong electrical activity and rain.
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Graettinger
Iverson High Lake Pioneer Andrew J Iverson Dies at 68
Andrew J Iverson 68, of High Lake township northeast of Graettinger, died Sunday at 4 20 am after years of ill health. Born October 31 1872, he spent 20 years in the Dakotas before returning home. He married Gertie L Johnson May 23 1900 and had nine children and twelve grandchildren. Funeral at Wallingford Lutheran Church with Rev L G Hinderaker, burial in parochial cemetery. He was a devout member of the Lutheran church and is mourned by family and neighbors.
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Andrew J. Iverson
Graettinger
Town City
Wallingford Lutheran Church
L. G. Hinderaker
High Lake Township
High Lake
Dakotas
Gertie L. Johnson
Myrtle Ostrander
Ligonier
Indiana
Cora Thompson
Briton
South Dakota
Esther Isakson
Spirit Lake
Gene Jamison
Estherville
Lawrence
Arthur
Earl
Gordon
Wallingford
Raymond
Camp Claibourne
Louisiana
Iver
Fargo
North Dakota
Martin
Jamestown
North. Dakota
Ati
Chicago
John
Carl
Mr. Iverson
March of Progress
Mr! Iverson
Lutheran Church
Dick Hickey Loses Finger In Farming Accident
Rick Hickey of Osgood lost the end of a finger on his left hand at the first joint Saturday while assisting with plowing at the Art Richardson farm. Friends express regret over the accident and its outcome.
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Dick Hickey
Rick Hickey
Michael Hickey
Osgood
Art Richardson
Officers School Closed In Muncie As Transfer Occurs
The Muncie Indiana officers instruction school has closed and Major R EF George son of Mr and Mrs S George Graettinger has been transferred to the Indianapolis headquarters staff. It is noted that eighty percent of reserve officers are now on duty and instruction schools may reopen if world conditions worsen.
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Muncie
Indiana
George
Graettinger
Indianapolis
Army
Vincent Boecker In Army
Vincent Boecker son of Mr and Mrs Wm Boecker has served about six weeks with Uncle Sam in a mechanized cavalry regiment. His brother Ben recently received a long letter describing army life. Vincent praises the service and enthusiasm of many, though he notes some boys dislike the training.
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Vincent Boecker
Wm. Boecker
Sam
Ben
Vincent
Goodwin Thoreson Returns to Duty at Hardware Store
Goodwin Thoreson is back on duty at the hardware store after several days of flu illness. The Times notes the illness as the epizootic and reports he is improved and resuming work.
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Goodwin Thoreson
Times
Mr. Thoreson
Miss Effie Keith and Theo Johnson Wed Last Night
In Graettinger at the Methodist church on October 8 7:30 p.m. Miss Effie Keith daughter of Mr and Mrs Archie Keith Kettle River Minnesota and Mr Theo dore Johnson Barnum Minnesota were married by Rev Wm G Boht with a single ring ceremony. Wayne Hamilton was best man and Mrs Wayne Hamilton bridesmaid. A reception followed at the home of Mr and Mrs M C Grodland with twenty five guests. The bride a former local resident is praised by many in the community and the groom is new to Graettinger but well regarded. The Times offers congratulations and best wishes for a long happy marriage.
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Graettinger
Theodore Johnson
Barnum
Minnesota
Effie Keith
Archie Keith
Kettle River
Wm. G. Boht
Wayne Hamilton
M. C. Grodland
Keith
Johnson
Walnut Ladies Organize to Study Nutrition
Walnut township ladies led by Mrs. Margaret Pravi held a nutrition program at Mrs. Wahi Landers Sent. 25 with a talk and demonstrations on storage of fruits and vegetables to ensure supply. The group outlines four leaders and co operators to present nutrition work to Walnut homemakers, with first meeting scheduled to elect two publicity chairmen after Mrs. Merk resigns.
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Hane
Margaret Pravi
Walnut Township
Wahi
Landers
Pratt
Maine
Graettingee
Woman's Club
Bert Shaver
RB. W. Vasey
Murs. Heidecker
Jones
Merk
W, LE
Hamilton
Band Mothers elect officers at weekly meeting
At a Band Mothers club meeting held last week Tuesday, Mrs. Wm. Rasmussen was elected president, Mrs. Floyd Fleming became vice president, Mrs. Whitaside was chosen secretary, and Mrs. McWilliams was selected treasurer.
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Band Mothers Club
Wm. Rasmussen
Floyd Fleming
Whitaside
McWilliams
Convention Attends Veterinary Meet in Sioux City Today
Dr and Mrs B E H Dappen travel to Sioux City to attend a state veterinary convention. A large turnout is expected and an engaging program is planned.
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Andl’ Mra
B. EH. Dappen
Sioux City
Summer Weather Report Notes Warm Sun and Blooming Flowers
The weather summary notes a week of summer weather with sunny skies and gentle rains. Today features a warm sun and clear sky while many flowers remain in bloom.
Graettinger Market Report October 9 1941
Graettinger market report notes corn prices and dairy items including butter and heavy hens. Market activity shows straight run, brand butter, and weight categories with quoted figures. Major entities referenced include Graettinger and various commodity descriptions.
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Graettinger
Cevere
Anniversary Sale At Mitchells Food Market
Mitchells Food Market runs a three day anniversary sale Friday Saturday and Monday with many prices in the display ad. The promotion thanks patrons for a year of business as Mr. Mitchell reports strong trade in Grachtin ger.
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Mitchell’s Food
Ainlvase Mitchell
Gould
Mitchell
Grachtinger
Dance at Emmetsburg Sponsorship by Young Peoples Club
The Young Peoples Club of Emmetsburg will sponsor a dance at the South Side gym on Tuesday evening October 14. Music by Bobby Griggs and his band. Graettinger residents are cordially invited.
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Emmetsburg
the Young Peoples! Club
Enemetsburg
South Side
Bobby Griggs
Graettinger
Lippold House Auction This Saturday in Graettinger
The Lippold Estate residence near Graettinger high school is set for auction Saturday October 11 at two o’clock. A two story seven room home with bath, nearly new garage, and three lots will be sold with 20 percent down. Grodland Reeves auctioneers. Graettinger State Bank clerk.
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Lippold
Graettinger
Grodland & Reeves
Red Cross Seeks 2000 Members in Palo Alto County
Henry H. Willingham announced a doubled 2000 member goal for the American Red Cross in Palo Alto County to fund a larger budget. The drive supports expanded home service for servicemen and families, with rapid growth seen as more men enter service. The chapter already handles costly cases and aims to maintain disaster relief cooperation through both men and women volunteers.
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Red Cross
Henry H. Wilingham
America Rep Cross
Fala Atta
Willingham
Nore
Palo Alto County
Home Service
Car Collision Sideswipes Two Vehicles on Highway 9
William Vollmert of Graettinger and John Nielson of Armstrong were involved in a sideswipe on Highway 9 east of Estherville Monday night during a heavy storm. Both machines were being driven slowly and can be repaired for 50 dollars.
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William Vollmert
Graettinger
Minnesota
John Nielson
Armstrong
Highway 9
Estherville
Graettinger Conservation League Meeting Notice
A meeting of the Graettinger Conservation League will be held at City Hall Monday evening October 18 at 8 00 p m All are welcome.
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Graettinger Conservation League
Graettinger Triumphs 42 12 At Cleghorn In Six-Man Clash
Graettinger beat Cleghorn 42 to 12 on a rainy night at Avergreen Field. First half touchdowns came from the first and second lines as Graettinger showcased power despite light attendance. The team travels to Bradgate Friday with Wanda slated for Oct 7 in an afternoon game. Six-man football, seen as the coming format, gains support as schools like Graettinger adapt for fan and player advantage.
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Graettinger
Cleghorn
Scheidt
Rockwell City
Bode
Palo Alto boys begin army training at quarter drills
Dick Rasmussen of Graettinger and Francis Culligan of Hmmelsburg joined Palo Alto youths starting Sunday for army training. Another quota will depart in two weeks. Many in the fire quota finish training soon and will be released. The Times extends best wishes to Rasmussen, Culligan, and the Palo Alto contingent.
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ARMY
Dick Rasmussen
Graettinger
Palo Alto
Francis Culligan
Hmmelsburg
Fishing party returns from Leech Lake satisfaction told
Myron Fogde Win Voollmert and Raymond Rose completed a five day fishing trip at Leech Lake Minnesota returning Monday evening. They reported wonderful luck despite a cloudburst on the way home at New Ulm where water stood a foot deep.
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Myron Fogde
Win, Voollmert
Raymond Rose
Leech Lake
Minnesota
New Ulm
High Scores At Waterloo Cattle Congress Report
Town creamery operators led the event with notable scores. Gordon Sandgig of Wallingford earned 94, while Oral Bonstead and P B E Frettem each scored 98. The Emmet and Palo Alto buttermaker teams were praised for their records.
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Waterloo
Gordon Sandgig
Wallingford
Oral Bonstead
P. BE. Frettem
Emmet
Palo Alto
Willis Noble Promoted to Corporal in Army
Willis Noble of Sill Oklahoma is promoted to corporal. He recently visited relatives in Graattinger with his mother at Oakdale and is described as a fine appearing soldier. Congratulations are extended.
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Willis Noble
Vt. Sill
Oklahoma
Willis
Graattinger
Oakdale
Ben Nichtern On Hospital List
Ben Nichtern was confined to his home with illness the first of the week. Graettinger friends hope for his early and complete recovery.
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Ben Nichtern
lInese
Ben
Graettinger
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High Lake Pioneer
Theo. Johnson
Gredland Home
Carl Spies
Spiesidia
Grollan & Reeves
Graettinger State Bank
G.H. S
Sixeman Foothill
Bradgate
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