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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1958
Page
1
The Edctor J muses on World War I veterans pensions and tax resistance. He notes veterans deserve support but fears higher taxes during perilous times. He quips about international peace and a joke on fashion terms.
Mr and Mrs Charles Slocum flew to Fort Jackson South Carolina Tuesday after a telegram said their son Gary Slocum ill with blood poisoning at the U S Army Hospital He recently spent a month with his parents after eighteen months in Korea where he served as an ambulance driver at the Army hospital
Carol Tatum, Sandra Maxson and Sally Bartels of Greene Community School join the Iowa Girls Junior Golf Tournament at Spencer this week. Qualifying rounds were Tuesday and finals are set for Friday.
Greene's Cub Scout Pack 26 schedules a monthly hike for Saturday June 21 meeting at 9 30 am in the scout room above Drake's Department Store. Cubs should bring food and equipment for the noon meal and plan to return to Greene about 3 00 pm. Adults interested should contact Cubmaster Bob Shultz by Friday noon.
Greene Public Library shelves gain notable titles including Inside Russia Today by John Gunther and Paths Across the Earth by Milne. Donald C. Peattie praises the migration work as best popular account in modern times. Helga Sandburg publishes her first novel The Wheel of Earth now ready for circulation.
The Midstates Racing Association will stage 12 events on the Shell Rock River in Greene on July Fourth starting at 1 30 p m. Champions from five states race in three classes utility runabouts and hydroplanes reaching speeds up to 70 mph. Leading drivers Glade Heichel and Wayne Thomason hail from Gypeene.
Gertrude Stockdale of Aplington Iowa announced her candidacy for Third District GOP Committeewoman. A veteran party activist she has held multiple local and county roles and served on boards including Butler County Board of Education and Red Cross. She pledges to support Republican candidates and emphasizes district unity ahead of November elections.
In Service Philip Naumann son of Mr and Mrs William Naumann of Greene is undergoing basic training at Fort Carson Colorado His address is Pvt Philip Naumann US 55636442 Co C 1st 60th Inf Fort Carson Colorado
The annual Salvation Army drive, led by M. Kirk Sperry as chair, funds local urgent needs. The local committee includes V. K. Barth as treasurer and Dr. B. Vy. Andersen, with contributions sought by mailed letters.
The Greene Cub Scouts base ball team lost to the Charles City Little League All-Stars by 3 runs last Saturday morning. Jim Wharton collected a triple and a single in four at bats while Gary Ross, Greene’s starting pitcher, was charged with the loss.
Jerry Ann Maxson arrived at her parents home to spend the rest of the summer. She had just completed a ten day canoe outing in Canada with ten girls from the College of St. Catherine in St. Paul Minnesota.
Ed Enabnit of Marble Rock won the Democratic nomination for Third District Floyd County supervisor after a recount of two Marble Rock voting machines. The recount adjusted totals to Enabnit 47 at the polling place, Coyle 66, Turner 32, giving Enabnit a final 81 votes and the nomination.
Coach Jerry Eimers announces summer baseball practice for interested players reporting at 5 45 p m on Thursday evenings Each week includes upcoming ninth graders A game schedule will be set and Greene is entered in the Summer High School baseball tournament.
Charles A. Bier turned 89 with a family dinner hosted by his son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Bier in Charles City. Guests included his son Carlton Bier and niece Elma Tapen of Freeport Illinois. Charley has long raised potatoes for his birthday since 1900, a habit shared with the late Mrs. Bier. He is Greene’s oldest businessman, opening a harness shop in 1894 and later converting it to shoe repair, while still repairing canvases at his East Butler Street home.
Pvt Melvin J Reiter 19 son of Mr and Mrs Eno J Reiter Marble Rock recently finished a basic Army administration course at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri The training covered typing record keeping and Army clerical procedures He entered the Army in January and earned basic combat training at the same fort The 1957 Marble Rock Consolidated High School graduate formerly taught at Al Gerardi Accordion School in Mason City
Forty six Pee Wees and nine Midgets attended the initial practice led by Coach Jerry Eimers. He urged more players aged 9 to 15 to join to fill four teams for Tuesday evening games starting June 24 at 6 45. The schedule includes a second 3 00 pm game under lights. A strong turnout is needed this week to complete a nine game season.
The Greene Independents were shut out 3 0 by Shell Rock in a Butler County League game played last Sunday on the high school diamond. Shell Rock tallied all three runs in the second inning on three hits and a walk as Timion earned the win with Jennings catching. The loss drops Greene further in the standings as Allison holds first place with no losses. Next up Greene hosts Clarksville next Sunday at 2 15 after a midweek non league game at Nora Springs tonight.
The June 2021 Vehicle Safety Check will be held in Greene on June 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and June 21 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. An inspection lane will operate on South First Street across from the Creamery, entry from the south and east toward Main Street. The free public service is run by Explorer Scout Post 26 with help from local garages and service stations. Cars are inspected for faulty equipment and receive a windshield sticker dated when all checks pass. faulty items require repairs and reinspection. The effort, sponsored by Inter Industry Safety Committee and Look Magazine, promotes the Circle of Safety slogan.
World War I veterans wives and widows from Butler County met at the Allison American Legion Hall for an organizational meeting attended by 150. Paul C. Schaeffer served as temporary chairman and introduced Thomas P. Moore as the main speaker. Officers elected include Schaeffer commander DeBower quartermaster G. Cramer senior vice commander Moon junior vice commander Burma and Van Eman chaplain. Trustees Larkin Broderick and Peck. Forty three veterans filed applications, a charter will be issued as Butler County Barracks with 90 days to enroll members. dues are 3.00 and monthly meetings are planned with the next gathering on July 18 in Allison.
Scoutmaster Henry Smeins reports Troop 26 Greene will attend Camp Roosevelt on Clear Lake near Ventura the week of June 22 to 28. About 750 boys are registered for the stay with Roosevelt staff preparing for a big season. Camp Roosevelt belongs to the Winnebago Council of Boy Scouts of America serving several counties.
The Church of the Brethren in Des Moines will hold no Sunday School or worship service on Sunday, June 22, as several members and Pastor Rev. James Parks attend the Church of the Brethren Conference in Des Moines.
Mr and Mrs Joe McAvoy of Alta Vista welcomed a son born Friday June 13, weighing 7 pounds 2 ounces. The baby has been named Patrick Joseph. Mrs McAvoy previously Mary Gebel a teacher in Greene Community School.
Summer recreation for St Peter’s Lutheran area and church convention plans for Iowa District are noted. The convention at Waverly June 23 to 26 hosts 300 pastors and delegates with Dr H W Siefkes opening and closing services. Also reports 80 children at Mount Perrin Park beginning crafts, paid projects, Pioneer Day dress up, and home crafts through June 23–26 with various small fees and supply needs.
Farmers urged to complete haying equipment checks and harvest at optimal stage to maximize protein and tonnage. Modern mechanical drying reduces weather risk, improves quality, and lowers spoilage versus field curing, with benefits in yield, handling, and safety.
Mr and Mrs Sam Sneed received word that he won a trip to the Lutheran Mutual Life Insurance Underwriters meeting at Estes Park Colorado the week of July 13.
Mary Lou Murphy daughter of Mr and Mrs Keith Murphy travels to Omaha Nebraska this Wednesday to attend Creighton University this summer for study and residency at the Creighton Unit.
Pooley Lumber Company of Greene gains the sales and service franchise for Jamesway Sani-Kool bulk milk coolers in the area. The James Mfg. Co. announces the arrangement with divisions in Fort Atkinson Wisconsin Lancaster Pennsylvania and Los Angeles California. Refrigeration service will be provided by Garth Butler.
Remodeling of the rear of Don's Bowling Lanes in Greene has begun. Ten feet will be added to the building to accommodate AMF Automatic Pin Spotters. The project aims for completion in a few weeks with the machines installed by July 15.
Judith Stubbe presided as past county president during a Rally Day meeting attended by 325 guests. Delegates from 13 clubs elected Shirley Griner of Dumont as county president for the coming 4-H year, with Ruby Woodley as vice president, Charlotte Stubbe as secretary, Ardale as treasurer, and Ruth Ann Hansen as historian. New honorary members were Mrs B Fleshner and Mrs Ed DeBower. A grooming revue selected Judith Stubbe winner in the senior division, with Diane DeBerg and Lana Cheney honored in intermediate and junior groups. The Country Girls Creed was read by Janet Timmer, followed by more performances and a 4-H song to end the session.
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