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Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 23, 1976

Page

3

Nice to Know social notes from area residents

Margaret Mammen appears in a local social column with several visitations and family events. The list includes Mrs. Don Brown visiting her mother, trips by Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Christensen, Mrs. Arnold Girres at West Bend, and attendance at Virgil Wilson’s funeral. Numerous visits span Ames, Primghar, Jackson, Whittemore, Dawson, Madison, Emmetsburg, and Terril, with baptisms, birthdays, and family dinners noted among extended kin. Reuben Daniel Fisher welcomed as a new grandson. many grandparent gatherings and church events also listed.

Arnold Girres West Bend Virgil Wilson Whittemore

Engagement of Carla Petersen to Roger Rose in Graettinger

To Marry Mr and Mrs Alvin Petersen of Graettinger announces the engagement of their daughter Carla to Roger Rose son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Rose also of Graettinger. Carla a 1974 Graettinger High School graduate. Roger graduated from Graettinger in 1971. The wedding will be held November 27 at 7 00 PM at the United Methodist Church in Graettinger.

Alvin Petersen Graettinger Carla Roger Rose Raymond Rose Graettinger High School Roger United Methodist Senior Citizen Senior Citizen's Center Graettinger Pirates Sioux Valley Walter Conrad Jackie Hanson Bethel Lutheran Church Blue Mound Sacred Heart Catholic Church Ruthven County American Legion Auxiliary Michelle Johnson Spencer Girl's State Ilowa ILCC Stevens East Door United Methodist Church Iowa Federation of Women's Clubs Immanuel Lutheran Church Estherville Center Circle Lost Kland Church

Two Elected To ILCC Board

John T. Kibbie and Jack Tatman were elected to the Iowa Lakes Community College board of directors at the September 14 election. Kibbie, a farmer near Emmetsburg, represents the sixth district and was unopposed. Tatman, a farmer near Spirit Lake, represents the third district and was also unopposed. Tatman previously served as board president after becoming a director in 1966.

John T. Kibbie Jack Tatman Iowa Lakes Community College Board of Directors Kibbie Emmetsburg West Bend Graettinger Iowa Council of Area Tatman Spirit Lake Terris Milford Harris Lake Park Arnolds Park

Iowa Sunday School Convention Set for Des Moines

State Sunday School Assoc. to meet at Veterans Auditorium in Des Moines beginning Thursday September 23 through Saturday September 25. The Iowa convention promises growth with 180 workers and expanded activities.

Iowa Sunday School Association Des Moines Veterans Auditorium

Birthday Gathering for Mrs Currans and Convention

Friends and relatives surprised Mrs. James Currans Wednesday for her birthday. Guests from Ayrshire Bancroft Ruthven Mallard Algona Spencer and nearby areas attended. The event featured 50 exhibits and the Hawaiians Musical Extravaganza, with tickets at the door for 2.50. Special speakers included Dr Gene Getz of Dallas Theological Seminary and Dr D Briscoe of Elmbrook Church, notable for their Christian education and evangelism work.

James Currans Clem Antoine Ayrshire Jim Antoine Bancroft Ray Geelan Ruthven Bill Graff Mallard Catherine Schade Algona Paul Currans Spencer Richard Herke Emmet Currans Marty Currans Kimberly Gene Getz Dallas Theological Seminary Wheaton Graduate School New York University Fellowship Bible Church D. Briscoe Elmbrook Church Waukesha Wisconsin England Briscoe

Wallingford Lutheran Pastoral Institute and Bible Study Schedule

Church notices list events at Williamsburg Iowa including Pastoral Institute Tuesday September 28 at 9 00 Key 76 Bible Study Wednesday and Thursday September 29 30 Ladies quilting after noon 445 Confirmation sessions after school and evening 730 Parish Board Meeting not held.

Williamsburg Iowa Pastoral Institute Zion Bethany Spencer

Church Plates For Sale From Graettinger UMC

Graettinger United Methodist Church women offer plates depicting the old and present church with a brief back history. Each plate measures 0 inches and may be purchased by contacting Hilda Luke or Patty Peterson.

Graettinger United Methodist Church Hilda Luke Patty Peterson

Missionary Tour Pastor Leads Global Convention Finale

The noted pastor and worldwide lecturer will headline the Sunday School Association Convention. Since 1969 the Hawaiians have toured the United States as part of a music ministry and appeared on television with Billy Graham. The event welcomes pastors, teachers, choir members, administrators, and youth leaders. Registration costs $5 for all three days, with students at $1.50.

United States Billy Graham

Fisher Couple Welcome Son Reuben Daniel

Mr and Mrs Michael J Fisher of Aurelia Iowa announce the birth of a son born September 15 19xx He is named Reuben Daniel Maternal grandparents and other details not provided.

Michael J. Fisher Aurelia Iowa Reuben Daniel

Church Schedule and Activities This Week

Sunday services begin at 8 30 a m and 11 a m with Divine Worship at 8 30 a m and Sunday School at 9 45 a m The Ruth and Magdalene Circles meet at the church at 8 p m ALCW Quilting Day at 9 30 a m Cluster Meeting at Spencer at 8 p m Youth Choir at 3 45 p m 8th grade confirmation at 3 45 p m Saturday October 2 includes 9 30 a m 9th grade confirmation

Ruth and Magdalene Spencer

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