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Newspaper
Gravity Independent
Location
Gravity, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1937
Page
8
Fragmentary local item lists Dr. M. R. Francis dentist and oral surgeon in Bedford Iowa, with an unclear ad line mentioning gifts and toys and a Gamble Storer name. The text is partially unreadable with stray phrases and misspellings.
D M C club members and their husbands enjoyed a November dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs L Ty Reed. Mr and Mrs Wilbur O'Dell hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Lewis Barker and family on Sunday. Aladdin lamps are now needed. get some supplies at the Drug Store.
Mr and Mrs Ray Coan of Des Moines will spend Thanksgiving Day at the homes of their sisters Mrs J S Francia and Mrs Ray Walker.
A graphic truck versus family car crash is cited to underscore the surge in highway fatalities. The National Safety Council notes 25 850 deaths in nine months and warns the year may reach 37 500. It blames truck congestion and lack of insurance for public harms.
The music committee plans a dedication service for newly ordered hymnals this week under Pastor Rev. A J Bissinger. Parishioners are reminded to bring canned fruit or vegetables for hospital aid in Dee Moines. The note invites reflection on blessings and asks about possible special meetings and visiting preachers next week.
The Bi-Monthly club was entertained Friday at the Oscar Roush residence. High scores were won by Mrs. Fred Thomas and Harley Nickels, low by Mrs. Wilber O'Dell and George Depew. Pie and coffee were served. Next meeting set at Mr. and Mrs. George Depew's home.
Real winter weather grips the area for two weeks with below zero mornings and three inches of snow. Corn harvest near completion though some remains. Water shortage grows as winter begins with little moisture expected until spring.
James R. Locke operates from the Farmers and Merchants Bank Building in Bedford Iowa offering general legal practice in state and federal courts with special attention to estate settlements.
Willa Marie Reed Hile, youngest child of Mrs. D. W. Reed of Des Moines, died Monday at the State Hospital in Iowa City after months as a patient. Funeral services are held today in Lanox with burial in Cleafizid cemetery. The Reed family once lived in Clearfield where Dr. D. W. Reed, now deceased, practiced. She was a niece of Dr. L. T. Reed, who with Mrs. Reed attends the funeral.
Mrs I M Damewood entertains today with daughters Mrs Alert Lunde and Mrs Carl Werner and their families from Des Moines and Bismarck, North Dakota. Also visiting are Clyde Damewood and his wife Doris with their two granddaughters from Bedford.
A speaker argues dangers of modern life can be prevented and urges motorists to drive carefully and courteously to protect human life on highways. Emphasizes growing regard for life and the moral role of individuals in reducing accidents.
The Parent Teacher Association met November 16 at the high school auditorium with vice president Pred Kee presiding. A program followed featuring the high school orchestra, vocal solo Carl Brand, duet Beverly Ledgerwood and Faye Arlene Murillo, piano Edith Ledgerwood, readings by Evelyn Heller and Bonetta Lambley, and an address on Character Education by Rev. Max Buck of Bedford. The next meeting will host the community Christmas entertainment.
Local printing shop advertises versatile job printing services and farm sale advertising options to fit client needs. Serves farmers and businesses with custom notices, posters, and classified-style inserts. Reliable production and timely delivery emphasized.
Local manager seeks men for several open territories in this locality. Deliver orders render service and perform other tasks. Farm experience preferred. Car required. Permanent position. Good hard working men can earn $100 per month and more later. Address Box 2334 care this paper Name Address.
Free Methodist Church announces Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening worship at 7:30 p.m. Pastor W. F. Biggerstaff leads classes. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. Carbon church offers 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 class meeting 7:30 p.m. prayer Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00 p.m. Public invited. Window and sash cut to size at Drag Store.
Mr and Mrs Glen Oxley and daughter Vesta traveled to Iowa City Sunday to see a physician about Vesta arm which is in a cast. Vesta who suffered infantile paralysis in September has muscle weakness in the arm but doctors expect recovery with treatment.
Card notes a humorous suppression of what becomes of pumpkin pulp in a fairy tale dinner. It playfully suggests pumpkin dishes and provides two recipe fragments Indian Pudding and Pumpkin Raspberry Tart, with measurements and baking steps.
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