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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1958
Page
8
The Natalla Club met at the home of Mrs. Claire Knoop on Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Roy Kieth as co host. Mrs. Anna Rigdon of Waterloo attended as a guest. Mrs. Floyd Wilson and Mrs. Marcia Garber served on the program committee. The hostesses served.
The regular meeting of the Union Leaders 4-H Club was held last week at the Marble Rock Schoolhouse with fifteen members and two leaders present. Demonstrations included Making Macaroni Salad by Pam Randall Jerry Grahlman and Judy Adams Muffins by Bonnie Harris and Judy Merfeld and Molded Jello by Bonita Neal and Marie Smith. Mary Balkenende will represent the club at the state convention and Margaret Shultz and Judy Hildebrand will attend district camp at Clear Lake. A number of the junior girls will attend Camp Christie. Reporter Judith Johnson.
Funeral services for William Henry Pierce were held at Bethel Baptist Church with Rev. J. M. Falconer in charge. Pierce born December 15 1878 at Marble Rock grew up there, worked as blacksmith and wagon maker, married Minnie Hannah Lines in 1901, had two sons Earl and Ira, lived near Marble Rock and Nora Springs, belonged to Christian Church then Bethel Baptist Church, died May 14 at home. survivors include sons Earl and Ira and three grandchildren.
Superintendent Wayne Johnson and Mrs. James Overby led a group of seniors on a two day Senior Trip in Minneapolis. The itinerary covered several points of interest as the students explored the city Friday and Saturday.
The Auxiliary of the American Legion met at Mrs Wrate Losee home with co host Mrs Maurice Lines. Delegates reported on county and Fourth District meetings from Marble Rock. They voted to donate to the Library Fund and Crusade for Freedom. Poppy Day Sale May 14 and a Bake Sale at the Legion Hall were scheduled.
Local names attend Eastern Star event in Greene honoring past matrons and patrons. visits and dinners unfold across multiple households including Smith, Blum, and Parker families. Weekend guests travel from Rockford, Waterloo, Nashua, and Dubuque to spend time with relatives and friends.
At the Legion Hall on Thursday evening the regular Lions Club dinner drew 27 members. County Auditor Harold Friedrichs demonstrated the new voting machine. One guest attended. Dinner was served by the Saint Cecilia Circle of the Rosary Society.
Sunday evening services were held in the school gymnasium with Rev G E Strenman delivering the sermon. The mixed school chorus rendered two numbers during the event.
The Scott Better Way Club met at Mrs. Don Harms home on Tuesday May 13. A dessert luncheon followed, with the card game 500 in progress. Prizes went to Mrs. Willard Marsh for high, Mrs. Dick Rohwedder for traveling, and Mrs. Don Marsh for low. Guests included Mrs. Randall and her children and Mrs. Cecil Swant.
The Wednesday Bridge Club played at the home of Mrs Marcus Staudt. A 1:00 o clock luncheon was served. Mrs Talmer Dahlen won high score at bridge and Mrs Wallace Berry won second high.
The Bethel Baptist Missionary Society met at Pearl Knoop's home Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Cleland Maxson in charge of devotions. A panel on Baptist missionary work in Mexico was led by Mrs. John Falconer, assisted by Pearl Knoop, Mrs. Hattie Maxson, Mrs. Cleland Maxson, and Mrs. Leo Wood. Pearl Knoop led the Love Gift service. Guests included Mrs. Bill Fluhrer, Mrs. Dan Marsh, and Mrs. Dora Knoop.
Mr and Mrs Galen Gates locate their trailer temporarily on their farm south of town and are awaiting further steps.
A lighting system has recently been installed on the ball grounds at the house, improving night visibility for games and events. The upgrade signals continued investment in local recreation facilities and may extend usable hours for practices and matches.
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