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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1959
Page
2
A Greene citizen attempts to impress with a sweeping critique of organized churches while praising aid to those in distress. The remarks reveal an assumed superiority over those who worship within established churches.
The piece argues organized churches shaped civilization and criticizes worshippers who reap church benefits yet deny credit. It warns against chasing high honors and wealth, proposing education that teaches service to society and personal growth through contributing roles rather than self aggrandizement. It suggests early guidance for youths toward meaningful goals.
Mr and Mrs Charles Boatman and their son from Minneapolis Minnesota visited Bristow Saturday night and Sunday. Boatman, a Minnesota Bible College student, led the morning and evening worship at the local Church of Christ.
Relatives gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs John Brown last Monday evening for Mr Browns birthday. Those present included Mr and Mrs Orvil Brown of Dumont Mr and Mrs Glen Brown Paige and Mr and Mrs Bud and their sons.
A daughter named Jean Ann was born Friday to Mr and Mrs Vincent Kramer at Allan Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. A second daughter Pat K was born Wednesday to Mr and Mrs Percy Merrill Jr of Des Moines.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Merrill celebrate birthdays with family and friends. Andra and Linda visited Friday, sharing cake and good wishes in a small family gathering.
At a shareholders meeting of Round Grove Golf and Country Club Vern Willey was elected president. Numerous social visits and gatherings are listed with local families in Allison Mason City Waterloo Albert Lea and Charles City. 13 Years Ago Dorothy Peirsen Ruth White head Albera Oubrier plan United States Arms Cadet Nursing class at Parkersburg.
The Cub Scouts and Den Chiefs conducted the flag ceremony at Bristow P T A on Monday at the school. They also canvassed the town Saturday selling pins to support the March of Dimes.
Bristow residents and friends shared a weekend of dinners gatherings and calls across nearby towns. Guests included Rev Paul Varce of Iowa Falls and many pairs visiting households of Rogers Sherman Ressler Mennen Schwennen Ranger Hearn and others. Notable events featured James Wiegmanns birthday dinner and a Ketwiggs 18th wedding anniversary with family.
Clinton area social life is summarized with many visits and family events. Sunday dinner guests included Cleve Leples family Eldora and Warren Holbnesworth Esther and Will Bunker. others hosted or visited in Waterloo and Greene. A Mason City hospital welcomed a new son to Harry Green and wife. Glaspie couple welcomed a daughter last Saturday. Local students from Iowa State College returned home for the weekend. A birthday party celebrated Keith Albert Dralle at his parents home.
The nation’s 4.78 million Scouts observe Boy Scout Week February 7 13 launching the fourth year of Onward for God and My Country. The 49th anniversary emphasizes A Scout is friendly with World Friendship Fund aiding Scouts in 48 nations.
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