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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1940
Page
2
Freshman class at G H S looks toward initiation set for October 11 at 8 P.M. Sophomore sponsor Miss Fenton encourages participation. News covers junior high topics including football, band, senior photos, and varied classroom notes across grades from eighth to first.
The daily report notes Betty Sturdevant aged four as Fort Madison’s first infantile paralysis case. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Earl Sturdevant and a granddaughter. The family shares regret and hopes for early and complete recovery.
A collection of political ads announces candidates for sheriff clerk of court county auditor county attorney and county treasurer in Palo Alto county. Names include B F Montgomery E L Mike Thoreson Martin Thompson Joseph P Hand and references to Democratic tickets and the November election.
Mary Jo Dawson campaigns as a Democrat for the office of County Recorder in Palo Alto County. She asks voters for support and their vote in the November election.
The youngest son of Mr and Mrs J Molison of Spencer is ill with infantile paralysis at 23 years. Friends in Graettinger regret the illness and all hope for his complete recovery.
The report notes another week of ideal summer conditions with a plan for one inch of rain Saturday night. The forecast emphasizes mild temperatures and brief showers to follow.
In 1920 Estherville items include E. J. Lawrence selling his clothing store to John Reimer then relocating to Denison. Fritz from Reeves wrestling school defeated Martin Ressell at Woodman hall. Graettinger stores begin free delivery. Auctions set for September 25 and October 2 5 and 6 for various sellers. Ford car prices drop 142. Seven year old Herman Brekke remains gravely injured after being struck by a car. Archie Clayton and Agnes Breffle wed in Estherville.
Republican candidates solicit votes for county offices in Palo Alto. BEN F REEVES seeks Clerk of the District Court while ED M THOMPSON runs for County Auditor on the Republican ticket. Both urge support at the upcoming election on Tuesday November 5.
Voters are urged to support Republican and Independent candidates in Palo Alto County. Names include Lawrence M Anderson for County Attorney, Emery Nefstead for Treasurer, Casper Nelson for County Recorder, and George Singer for Supervisor. Appeals emphasize November 6 1940 general election.
This brief notes Fire Prevention Week in Town urging property inspections to prevent fires in colder months and highlights the value of insurance as protection in case of disaster.
Reports include weddings, matches, injuries, and farm notes from Emmetsburg Estherville and Graettinger areas. Marriage of Howard Horswell. Fritz defeats Judy Thompson in Ruthven fair match. Gene O’Brien remains unconscious after August accident. corn crop safe after warm spell. gas strike at J R Show farm. several local deaths and civic notices. a motion picture theatre owned by Bergum family. town council payments and public notices listed.
A compilation of community items lists visits and travels of residents including Mrs Jertson to Rochester and Elmer Myhre visiting his brother in Ankenny. It notes hospital surgeries in Minneapolis and Estherville, a marriage in Emmetsburg, a dog watch purchase and umbrella incident, and a few glimpses of local life and notices including a proof of will and appointment of an administrator in Palo Alto County Iowa.
Bargain 160 acre dairy farm six miles from Deer Creek in Minnesota. Two story dwelling with additions, barn, granary, and outbuildings. About 60 acres tillable, 50 upland meadow, 40 hardwood timber, 22 acres sheep pasture. Air and cross fenced, heavy soil. Price $25 per acre with good terms. Call or visit for details.
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