02 Aug 1961
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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1961
Page
1
The Editor notes spirited Ridiculous Day as Wilbur Klassis drew praise for his outfit while Larry Kramer staged a close race and drew attention from town bachelors. The piece comments on enduring morality and critiques Congress for boosting the President's national defense budget as taxpayers fund.
Miss Persis Pooley of Corpus Christi Texas, NAS librarian, has been elected vice president and president elect of the Armed Forces Librarian Section of the Library Association She attended the American Library Association meeting in Cleveland Ohio and will assume the presidency next year She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Bert Pooley of Greene
Greene Community Schools urge all parents to register kindergarten children immediately. Superintendent V J Tatum emphasizes rural children must register as noon transportation schedule is being prepared.
NBC telecast features Jimmy Durante Garry Moore and Bob Hope on Wednesday August 9 at 9 00 p m over KW WL TV Waterloo Celebrating 50 years in show business Durante teams with old friends in a color spectacular second of the summer sponsored by the United States Brewers Association
The Public Library adds six new titles ranging from Burke Boyce's Man from Mt. Vernon a humanizing view of George Washington to Maurice Hennessy's The Congo offering context on African forces Robert Taylors Journey to Matecumbe follows a boy’s perilous Mississippi journey and Gavin Maxwell’s Ring of Bright Waters recounted as a nature loving escape to a Scottish coast listing mixed genres and appeals
Open Golf Tourney at Round Grove Golf and Country Club drew 112 entries from 10 towns on Sunday July 30 Chuck Kromer of Waverly won the championship flight with 107 strokes Bill Brooks of Waverly runner up and Bill Bartz of Charles City finished third The event also listed flight scores and other place getters including medalist Chuck Kramer with a 34 for 9 holes and Joe Van Eschen winning the flag hole prize.
Lester is a skilled master of ceremonies who can handle any situation at the Butler County Fair. He has a fine singing voice and performs familiar songs that audiences enjoy, promising an act that will please everyone.
Ten Future Farmers of America chapters met at Osage on Thursday July 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to discuss duties of FFA offices and the program of work. About 60 members heard Lyle Johnson state FFA president speak as host Osage FFA.
Bernard Hildebrand age 20 was returned from Mason City to Allison on a check charge. He appeared in Justice of Peace court in Greene and pleaded guilty. Frank Knight sentenced Hildebrand to thirty days in the County jail in Allison.
Greene Babe Ruth team lost 2 to 1 to Rudd in the Babe Ruth Tournament opener at Rockford Tuesday night. Rudd pitcher Mathison no-hit Greene, fanning 13. Greene’s Mark Ott allowed two hits and four strikeouts. Marble Rock beat Floyd 6 to 3 in the same program.
J P Moffett's Court lists Osage residents Scott Tusler and John Dieterichs cited for speeding with $24 total fines and costs. Na shua resident William Ryan charged with stop sign violation and costs. Greene resident Lyle Shultz cited for profane language. Charles City Wayne Hull charged with speeding with a truck. Bernard Hildebrand twice charged with false uttering of checks. 30 days in Butler County Jail.
In Charles City Mrs. Emma Mather aged 89 was taken to Cedar Valley Hospital Thursday after suffering facial neck and ear burns believed caused by a fall onto a gas burner at home. Gene Viers was also admitted to Cedar Valley Hospital on Friday for treatment. Donald Bliss was admitted to Allen Memorial Hospital Waterloo Tuesday after an electric shock from a saw. Bob Barnett was admitted to Veterans Hospital Iowa City Tuesday for examination and treatment.
Floyd County holds Agriculture and Industry Days from August 7 to 10 led by Don Fluhrer as president of the Fair Society. Now in its seventh year the event combines the Agriculture and Industry Days with the Junior Achievement Show at its permanent home.
The Greene Women’s Club sponsored six week summer park program ended last Thursday with a watermelon feast. Enrollment totaled 112 with about 35 attending daily. Officials thank donors and volunteers. unclaimed items include a pink thong a maroon jacket and a small black purse, call Jeanette Wirth to reclaim.
New residents Mr and Mrs Walter Wunsch welcome daughter Carol Lynn born Thursday July 27 at Cedar Valley Hospital Charles City. The infant weighed 7 pounds 6 ounces and joins proud parents and a sister set.
The 105th Butler County Fair at Allison opens Friday August 4 with entries accepted 9 AM to 9 PM except Floral Hall 6 PM. Highlights include a 19th Annual Saddle Horse Show, 12 classes judged across two days, juvenile and amateur divisions, an Appaloosa show, and new acts by Judy the rhesus monkey, Mary Jane the baboon, Elena Omar, and Gerrie Lamm. Horse racing, free attractions, and a Sunday Children’s Day Growing event are planned, with livestock auctions, a Tournament of Thrills, and a Regional Queen of Conservation crowning.
Miss Norma performs on the tight wire at the Butler Fair platform delivering thrilling feats with unusual tricks. The beautiful young lady has earned a reputation for pleasing audiences wherever she travels and provides a delightful entertainment experience for rail witnesses.
Mr. and Mrs. A F Lindell Sr left this morning for Rock Falls Illinois to visit their son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Herb Anderson They will then travel to Michigan to see relatives and then to Canada for fishing plans involve Mr and Mrs R A Groos and other relatives
Visiting here from Offutt Air Force Base Nebraska Airman Third Class Brian Kocker of the Strategic Air Command paid a call to his grandmother Mrs Leon Kocker last week at her home.
Two charming couples, Mr. and Mrs. Wilbur Klassi and Madam Larry Kramer, are shown in the Greene Ridiculous Day parade. An adult prize went to Kramer. A children's parade featured clowns Scott and Skipper Hildebrand, Hu la girl, John Steere, and Larry Wilkinson with a John Deere tractor.
Summer players planning to attend the Waterloo versus Decatur game should meet at the bus barn by 4:00 pm Saturday August 5. Uniformed players and those in baseball shirts admitted free to the game and clinic. fathers may accompany as chaperones. Notify Jerry Eimers to attend.
Miss Lois Busch of Allison and Miss Fileen Miller of Dumont lead Butler Soil Conservation District in the regional Queen of Conservation contest at the Butler County Fair in Allison on August 7 at 7 00 p.m. Nine regional winners advance to the state crown event September 17 1961 at the Hotel Savery Des Moines. The state queen receives 250 prize money and serves as host for the Iowa conference and field day near Marshalltown September 22. Contest co sponsors Iowa soil districts and Farmers Grains Dealers Association. Busch 18, Miller 17, both active in 4-H and with farm backgrounds. both Chicago award trips.
Marine Lance Corporal Merrill J. Peters, son of Mr and Mrs John Peters, has completed a 15 months tour at Okinawa and is on a 30 day furlough at home. He will report to a marine base in Virginia on September 3.
Mrs Josephine Cole is a patient at Ahrens Rest Home in Clarkesville daily News notes the care facility and resident status in local records.
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