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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1967
Page
5
A Pleasant Homecoming as the Pirates beat Sioux Valley 37 to 0 after halftime while a gym coronation crowned Nanesha Smith and Dick Clipper Tan homecoming queen and king. A large parade followed, with over thirty units and many entries on Friday afternoon.
The undefeated Gracttinger Pirates seek a fifth straight win on Friday at Marathon. Gracttinger leads the Cornbelt conference with a perfect 4-0 mark while Marathon sits at 2-1 after a win over Sioux Rapids last week.
An announcement states Jan's Salon de Beaute is now open in newly remodeled quarters at the rear of Al's Barber Shop. See Clara and Janet Rolfson's ad for further details.
The Graettinger high school marching band led by David Mitchell will join 32 area bands for Buena Vista College homecoming parade on Saturday morning October 14 at 9 30. Local businessmen meet today to discuss the event and ensure music and excitement for the parade through Buena Vista.
Graettinger and the Pirates overwhelmed Sioux Valley 37 to 0 on homecoming, powering to a 24 halftime lead and pulling away with passing and rushing scores. Ren Moran connected on multiple long plays, including a late first-half TD pass to Rich Rose, while Dick Clipperton and Dan Murphy sealed the win with big runs and defense. Pirates finished with 269 rushing and 139 passing yards, dominating yardage and time of possession. Continued coverage notes Moran’s 23 and 35 yard TD passes and Clipperton’s 50 and 24 yard runs as Graettinger extended their season win streak to four.
A local fisherman captures a 12 pound walleye on the Vermilion River near Survoseta PRES, drawing attention from nearby anglers and wildlife officials. The angler, whose name is not released, reports a strong bite late in the afternoon and notes the fish’s impressive size for the river region. Officials remind stakeholders about conservation rules and catch limits.
The Creunty Board of Education held a recessed organizational meeting to appoint officers and confirm the superintendent. Vanderveide of Emmetshur and Lad ser of Greetting were sworn into new offices as the process began for Young’s announced retirement and county duties on Wednesday and Friday.
A fragmentary weather note reports cool conditions this week with wet spells and a light show. Temperatures dipped to the low thirties in the morning while wet and unsettled conditions continued through Tuesday with seasonally cool winds and scattered showers.
October 8 14 marks National Fire Prevention Week with warnings and tips on home fire safety. State surveys show major hazards cause most damaging fires and noting stove and furnace dangers, urging quick, affordable repairs to reduce risk. Continued on Page Eight.
Graettinger voters face no opposition as Mayor Wayne Potter runs unopposed and Torrence also stands unopposed for council. The county wealth board note and scattered odd lines appear as garbled text within the report, offering little clear context beyond the unopposed races.
Cleve Carter 82 dies suddenly at his northeast Graettinger home after farming in West Bend and Graettinger areas. He married Antionette Mikes Nov 24 and farmed locally before moving to their present home 16 years ago. Survived by wife, son Robert in Gruettninger, daughters Elmer Mary Jo Jengen and Verle Lars Walstrom, six grandchildren, sister Eta Anderson, and several relatives. Funeral services Friday at a local church.
Three $25 Buck prizes awarded in the weekly Graettinger Saturday night drawing. Hans Jensen previously claimed a $25 prize last week. Other names drawn include Bill Murray and Lens Hurd.
The Graettinger Telephone Company announces its annual meeting on Tuesday October 17 at Spom at the telephone office. Election of the directors and other business matters will be taken up.
Grachtinger area calls for at least 60 volunteer workers to conduct a fundraising drive for the local pool. A meeting will be held Wednesday evening October 18 at the Legion hall to plan the solicitation of area residents.
Public sale announces two schemes with a west Roelpul light plant. The silo to begin at boom. Sale includes 20 head of horses a 1905 Chevrolet pickup with camper farm equipment antiques and many miscellaneous items. Full sale details will appear in next week's Times.
Caris Jensen, veteran Grasttinger retailer of 36 years, announces a quitting business sale starting today at the GA Jensen store. Details appear in the sale ad.
Dr. Larry E. Cornelius of Graettinger received the Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa after four years of professional training. He was active in PCC Male Chorus treasurer of 764 clams and played intramural basketball and belonged to the Iowa Club. He is a Graettinger High School and Estherville Jr. College alum and son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Cornelius.
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