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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1926
Page
13
The article argues that small earnings, disciplined saving, and regular bank deposits turn into growing wealth. It highlights savings banks as essential, noting that restrained spending and consistent deposits allow money to compound, eventually supporting dependents in illness and old age. It extols industry, frugality, and economy as cardinal virtues for depositors.
A report from Ayrshire Chronicle describes a theft and attempted hold up near Estherville. A Michigan man traveling south with a companion was approached by a stranger offering a ride. After leaving Estherville the group stopped near Havelock to fix a blown tire. The passenger then questioned the car’s condition and disappeared with the cash.
A stranger, brandishing a .45, robs the outfit owner of cash and jewelry after forcing him to surrender valuables. The thief departs in a Ford coupe carrying wool blankets and more loot, leaving the owner in Havelock to report the theft. Authorities fear the suspect may vanish without pursuit.
Local residents travel to Fort Dodge Brewster Ruthven Emmetsburg and Estherville for visits. Honeymooners Maddhre returned from Omaha. Church circuit meeting in Estherville. Card club hosts guests with Progressive Five Hundred and refreshments. Sports talk mocks Des Moines Register writers and Graettinger reforms. Graettinger manager Fink praised. Gerald Reed wins boxing match in Springfield Minnesota. sauerkraut day draws large crowd.
Members of the M E Ladies Aid society will serve supper in Woodman hall on Thursday October 21. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
German Lutheran and Danish Lutheran notes list English service next Sunday at 2:00 pm in the Methodist church. Rev Otis L Lang of Plato invites attendees for spiritual instruction. Luther League programs and Sunday school 10 am, with confirmations meeting Saturday at 2380. Bible study and prayer next Thursday evening and mission events noted.
V R Reeves conducted an exceptional sale Saturday disposing of furniture and hotel goods at top prices. The auctioneer reported strong demand and satisfaction with the results. Property management services for non residents were advertised by P J McCarty Justice The Peace Grasttinger and associates.
George Frick celebrates St. Louis victory in the world baseball championship topping the New York Yankees 3 to 2 in the finals. Frick cites strong guiding judgment and thanks numerous friends for favors during the seven hectic games played in New York and Graettinger.
Mr and Mrs J M Herberger and family now reside in Salem Oregon after leaving Neola Iowa in late summer. They report plenty of work with several family members employed in good paying positions. They live across from Joe Graettinger who runs a meat market. Mr and Mrs John Gremmels also live nearby with their daughter Mable and husband on a large chicken ranch.
For rent appears for a hotel and confectionery listing in Wallingford Iowa with reference to Fawners Savings Bank. Also a sale note for a DeLaval separator in top condition credited to T Sylvan.
For sale a Round Oak Chief stove in good condition. Priced right. Call Mrs. John Gualleger at 601 South Broadway Emmetsburg Iowa for details and pricing.
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