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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1932

Page

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Dr Norman Osher Weds New York Bride at West Hurley

The wedding of Dr Norman Williston Ostrow and Miss Eleanor Saxe united in a single ring ceremony at the bride’s parents home in West Hurley. Rev John Verateeg and Rev Clarence Wlychell officiated with violin solos, a bridesmaid in green organdy, and a reception for about sixty relatives and friends. The groom, a Northwestern University graduate and New York physician, will reside in New York City after the ceremony.

Norman Williston Ostrow New Youle City Walnut Mill Avoniale M. Es Cineinatti Oho Clarence Wlychell Marbelle Carwright Lohengren Vere Sickler Barthers Robert McCallum York City Mroom Misa Carolyn Saxe Swansonia Mets Osher New York Sni Massaey Sdp Seraw Uparmedi Northwestern University New ‘York City Orher Hundroeda s-Here Jaja Utinger Tanda Gunghine F HN. Oaher Anti Mr. and W.schooley Caldwall Slater Ona Guosta

Grabbing Market Report From Graettinger

Market notes from Graettinger show mixed commodity prices for corn oats eggs and poultry. Reported figures include eggs and hens with varying weights while butter prices appear in scattered form amid illegible OCR strings.

Strike Meeting At Emmetsburg Friday Evening

The Jarmern Holiday agsociation calls a meeting for business men of Palo Alto County to meet with Emory Holdy signees to decide on a sane program for the farm. The gathering is Friday evening September 2 1932 at the Court House Emmetsburg Iowa to elect officers and address cream and egg trade for essentials as a step forward.

Jarmern Palo Alto County Emory Holdy Lnelea Lecide Court House Emmeeteburg Iowa Ile Texter Farm Palo Alto

Marjorie Noble Weds Harry Keller At St Paul

Marjorie Noble daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Noble of the city married Harry Keller of Minneapolis at St Paul on April 8. The couple announced the news quietly and will start a life in Memphis where Keller will open a music studio with Mrs Keller joining later. The bride is a McPhail School of Music alumna and longtime local figure.

Harry Keller Minneapolis Marjorie Noble W. H. Noble St. Paul Aurora Methodist St. Titul McPhail School of Music Tung Sha Grachtinger High McPhail School’ of Music Memphis Tennessee Keller

Two Highways To Be Paved Before Winter

Incomplete notes indicate a contract for paving two highways near Wallingford and Graettinger, connecting Rathye and the Omman taburg west area. Details uncertain due to damaged text.

Bo Wallingford Thie Ommataburg Rathye

Danish Lutheran State Convention Opens Sept 8th

Final preparations signal the Danish Lutheran State Convention to meet in Graettinger from September 8, inclusive. The event will begin Thursday evening and conclude Sunday, with delegates chosen by adult membership, one per 10 members over 21. Prominent pastors and visiting delegates from nearby areas are expected. Graettinger hosts coordinate housing and welcome visitors. Rev. Christensen and Max Baumgartner coordinate arrangements with the local commercial club.

Unite Danish Lutheran Churches of Iowa Graetlinger Lth Evelueachelieved Lelegate Grauttinger Rev Christensen Graettinger Max Baumgartner Commercial Club

Leonard Johnson Leases Standard Oil Service Station

Leonard Johnson leases the Nels Nelson oil station and takes charge. Marion Naac, a longtime employee, remains as manager. Wm. Nock of Estherville will succeed him. Johnson is a well known figure in the territory and expects strong patronage for the Standard Oil service station. The Nelsons have no definite future plans, and the Times wishes all concerned success.

Leonard Johnson Marion Naac Johnson Gince Wm. Nock Estherville Johnaon Nelson Timea

Fleming Family Hints at Son’s Homecoming by Labor Day

Floyd Weming reports his son Fran cis hes has endured sinus illness and multiple operations but is on the path to recovery. Local note says Pranels Fleming may also return home soon, possibly by Labor Day, after a long illness journey.

Floyd Weming Vette Franeie Francis Hes

Walt Hut Lant Hariven School House Vote

A local school election results in a vote against constructing a new school building. Taxpayers of Walnut township opposed the proposal, with voters expressing that current funds should not finance a new construction project. The measure was defeated, leaving the existing facilities and finances intact.

Walt Hut Hariven Walt Cal Groctthear Nica Abil Rotata

Fourteen Shot in Cherokee Picket Clash on Highway 31

At midnight Tuesday gunfire shattered a Cherokee picket line as nine anti-picket assailants opened fire with rifles and revolvers on fourteen unarmed guards encamped near highways 31 and 21. The crowd fled as sheriff and governor allies moved to stabilize the area and escort traffic to the mass meeting at Estherville.

Cherokee pHieen—lee Farmer Chevrotea County Turner Spencer Estherville Mra Rosa Desper Peterson Clay County

William Boyer Auction Sale Next Wednesday

William Boyer of Tocutgd eight miles northwest of Gradtinger will hold an entire closing out sale on Wednesday September 7 starting at 1 pm. The offering includes 183 head of livestock with 18 horses 18 cattle and young stock 210 hogs 12 tons of hay and a full line of machinery. A complete listing with terms appears in the quarter page ad.

Wm. Boyer Gradtinger Boyer Seale Grodland & Reeves Overlanders Iowa Trust & Savings Bank of Evometaburg

Graettinger Public Schools Schedule Opening Day

Graettinger public schools set to open Tuesday with high school students enrolling this week and remaining students enrolling on Labor Day morning. School will start in earnest Tuesday morning.

Graettinger

Nearby Towns Set Noon Closing on Labor Day

Batherville officials announce Horace Paterson secretary says Batherville and neighboring communities Graettinger Tabor Chy Graettinger will close at noon on Labor Day Monday. Residents are urged to plan around the half day break and attend local observances in Graettinger and nearby areas.

Paterson Batherville Communi Bs Graetting Wa Graettinger Thalé Oltzona

Fallow Kittens Too Frisky For Town Triumph

The Fallow kitten ball team won the district championship in the tournament in this city Sunday. Southwest of Graettinger defeated Ruthven 2 to 1 in the finals. Fallow beat Cylinder 4 to 2 and Wallingford 2 to 0 to reach the finals. Graettinger opened with an 18 to 1 win over 6th Township and then lost to Wallingford 3 to 1. The standings list Graettinger 19, Booth 4, Ruthven 2, Rathervilla Hutchi lton 1. Wallingford 2 Ayhire 1. Fallow 4 Cylintar 2. Wallingford 3 Graettinger 1. Ruthven 7 Estherville Johnson Oil 2. Fallow 8 Wallingford 2. Ruthven 1. The affair was well attended with various contests. The victory adds a feather in the cap of the Fallow team, composed of farm boys with few games and little practice, near Graettinger and supported by local figures.

Graettinger Ruthven Fallon Cylinder Wallingford Booth Oe Ruthven Rathervilla Hutchilton Ayrehire Fallow Cylintar Estherville Johnson Oil Fallow Ia Graettingen Sam Reynolds George, Frick Bart Montgomery Zschhson

Farm location and infantile paralysis notes in a 19th century report

Fragmentary local report notes a farm on Highland town owned by Mr. Neary with mention of infantile paralysis cases during August October. It cites yearly figures around 187 and 229 and compares to earlier counts, referencing Dr de Medest and the local Ladies Society hosting a dinner and social event at the Boptattiéa club.

Big Labor Day Celebration Here Monday

Extra edition announces the 85th annual Labor Day event in Graat tingers with a full program, crowds expected, a strong speaker, bustling midway concessions, carnival entertainment, and guest attractions from nearby fairs. A pioneers reunion is planned in the forenoon followed by hours of activities.

Lares Bowery Graattingers Grachtinger Lakota Northwest Town

Bowery Dance in Graettinger Saturday Night

Graettinger hosts a high spirited dance Saturday night with Merklin’s Melody Makers providing music. The pavilion floor measures 60 feet by 12 feet and is covered with canvas to ensure rain won’t spoil the event. Entry is by a per dance charge, promising a large turnout and lively social dancing.

Bowery Graettinger Rai Merklin Ink Béa

Bargain Bazaars Brighten Labor Day Shopping

On the eve of Labor Day Graettinger businesses highlight savings for thrifty households. Advertisers trumpet groceries meats and school needs, with Charley Jansen’s washing machines at 49.60 and gifts from Thompson. Osher’s showcases a Haber Day sale while Bashan offers clothing bargains amid forecasts of rain Tuesday night.

Graettinger Busines Charley Jansen Thompson Osher Bashan

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Norman Osher West Hurley New York City Emmetsburg Bromphla Standard Oil Pranels Fleming Othara Harlan iHighland H W Mr Neary Will Aeryon Nothes
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