18 Oct 1967
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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1967
Page
1
An open letter mocks CBS by proposing a blockbuster buyer’s plan to lure baseball legends Lou Brock, Carl Yastrzemski, Bob Gibson and Jim Lembert, plus a nod to Roger Maris and Wilt Chamberlain as a costed fantasy to boost attendance and ratings.
The junior high Ramblers beat host Rudd 48 to 6 on Tuesday afternoon October 10. Joe Shultz scored a TD while Dan Osier, Brian Trees and Terry Schoenfeld each added two touchdowns. The freshmen Ramblers won 12 to 6 over Marble Rock at Rockford Wednesday evening with Richard Schoenfeld and Larry Lester scoring. Greene’s Gary Johnson and Gary Debner led the 13 to 6 win by the freshmen and sophomores Monday night.
Area VII high school vocational instructors counselors and principals are invited to a Hawkeye Institute of Technology meeting at Hoover Jr High auditorium Waterloo on October 26. State Department of Public Instruction officials will discuss placement and follow up reports. Hawkeye Institute locations open 5 to 6 30 p m for visitors before a 6 45 p m start.
Mrs. Stanley Senne returned home Thursday night from Hawaii where she spent five days with her husband Sp. 6 Stanley Senne on rest and recreation from Viet Nam duties. They met at Waikiki on Oahu and toured the islands. He has served 64 months with the H and II Co 268th Combat Aviation Battalion at Tuy Hoa and will be stationed in Viet Nam for another 514 months.
Mrs Louis Ramker 66 died Sunday at Americana Convalescent Home in Mason City She was born June 20 1901 in Greene daughter of Edward and Helen Brown She married Louis A Ramker who preceded her in death Survived by daughter Mrs Arthur Herman Osage son Gerald Ramker Floyd seven grandchildren brother Leo Brown Charles City Funeral services 10 am Wednesday at St Marys Catholic Church Rev Joseph Murphy officiating Burial in St Marys Cemetery Reid's Funeral Chapel in charge
New resident Mr and Mrs James Reed announce the birth of a daughter on Wednesday October 11 at St Joseph Mercy Hospital Waverly. The child weighed 6 pounds 1414 ounces and is named Susanne Michele. She is welcomed home by sister Brenda. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Donald Reed and Mr and Mrs Earl Herman.
The NIAD Tourism Committee met to discuss a state symbol tourists could take home. Corncob divinity and corn-pheasant cross were floated as options. Gordon Sawtelle urged ideas and appointments were made to lead place mats and revised brochure efforts with Thain Hogue and seven of NIAC's nine counties represented.
Marine Private First Class J L Kingery, son of Mr and Mrs Darrell L Kingery of Greene, serves with the First Marine Aircraft Wing in the Republic of Viet Nam. The unit supports air-ground operations and civic action projects such as building wells, culverts, small bridges and schools with materials from the Marine Corps Reserve Civic Action Fund.
North Iowa Area Community College may extend evening classes to Greene and other area communities if there is sufficient interest. Donald Ryerkerk, Director of Adult Education, seeks input on course types including vocational, business, homemaking, college credit, and high school completion. If a community shows demand, instructors and facilities can be arranged without waiting for a new semester.
Mayor W J Ramker proclaims Tuesday October 24 1967 as United Nations Day in Greene with United Nations Week October 22 28 urging churches schools and civic groups to observe the ideals of the UN during the week of dedication in Iowa Green County
A Scout Court of Honor will be held in the elementary school auditorium on Tuesday evening October 24 at 8 00 o clock. The Eagle award will be presented to Harrison Bone Larry Lester and Lyle Williamson. Advancement awards will also be given to local Scouts and Explorers. The public is invited.
Dean Poppe of Greene enlisted in the Marine Corps and is undergoing basic training in San Diego California. His address lists Pvt Dean Poppe 2379952 L Co Pit 3085 3rd R T Bu M C R D San Diego CA 92140.
At the 14 county meeting of the North Central Division of Iowa Heart Association at Wilke's in Clear Lake on October 12, Senator Vernon Kuhl, Butler County Heart Fund Chairman, received an award for reaching the 1967 Heart Fund Drive goal. Butler County ranked among the state's top ten with 27 cents per capita, and the drive totaled 4,706.99, a county record. Dr. D. M. Everson of Shell Rock is president of the Butler County Heart Unit, succeeding Rev. Emmett Busch.
Mrs Herman Wolf underwent surgery last Wednesday at Floyd County Veterans Memorial Hospital in Charles City and is said to be improving satisfactorily. Albert Mahnke also had surgery Friday at the same hospital in Charles City.
Pvt. Roger L. Nixt son of Mrs. Tlenry Nixt is hospitalized with a fractured toe. His leg is in a cast from below the knee. He expects to remain in hospital for several more weeks at Fort Campbell Kentucky.
Mr and Mrs Melvin Yerkes spent Tuesday to Friday last week in Acapulco Mexico. They won the trip through Gibson freezers and refrigerators sales. The Yerkes along with other Iowa dealers flew nonstop from Des Moines to Acapulco.
The High School Music Department plans a November 20 and 21 performance of the Broadway musical South Pacific at 8:00 p.m. Based on Tales of the South Pacific, the show explores ethics and racial tolerance through Nellie Forbush and others set in World War II. Upcoming season also lists elementary and high school concerts through May with dates and events.
The Cub Scouts will hold a pack meeting at the elementary school auditorium on Wednesday evening October 25 at 7 30. A Halloween party will be held and all parents and Cubs are urged to attend.
The Greene Commercial Club met to decide on erecting an 8 by 24 foot scotch-lighted sign advertising Greene beside the relocated Highway 14 at the north edge of Greene. They will hold a 50 cent noon luncheon monthly starting October 25 from 12 to 1 at the Community Center. They voted to help the Jaycees with the Halloween parade. next meeting is November 8.
Graveside services were conducted Tuesday at 2:30 PM at Rose Hill Cemetery for Richard Alen Hayungs infant son of Mr and Mrs John Hayungs of Rudd. The child was born Sunday at 3:30 PM and died Monday at 3:29 AM at Floyd County Veteran's Memorial Hospital. Survivors include the parents three brothers Darrell David and Johnny Ray two sisters Sharon and Karen and grandparents Mr and Mrs Archie Raymond of Greene.
North Iowa Area Community College hosted an invitational meeting on October 16 with NIACC faculty presenting on vocational offerings. Attendees from area high schools and guidance staff learned about programs in agricultural and light equipment, automotive technology, drafting, electronic technology, law enforcement, nursing, refrigeration, and secretarial training, focusing on curriculum content and admission prerequisites.
Ross Smith four year old son of Mr and Mrs Robert Smith was taken to University Hospital in Iowa City on Tuesday for a heart checkup.
Mr and Mrs Neil Pfaltzgraff of Cedar Falls welcomed a daughter born on Monday October 9 at Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo. The 8 pound 14 4 ounce baby is named Sue vonne and greeted by brothers Craig and Brian. Grandparents are Dale Ver Plank of Greene and H H Pfaltzgraff of Allison.
Last week featured matches among Farmer's Co-op Roy's Welders Miller Real Estate First State Bank LL Gary's Sinclair Jim's Standard and others. High scorers included Elmer Stock 235 and Ronald Schuknecht 684 with Nordmeyer 210 220 for 623.
Ramblers under Jim Shultz rolled past North Central 47 6 last Friday on the local field. Greene and Drakle led scoring with Shultz adding a 25 yard run and two passing plays as the defense contained Falcons all night. Coach Bill Garner keeps the team sharp for Friday’s trip to St Ansgar and a key conference test.
The Cub Scout program of the Boy Scouts of America adopts major improvements after a five year study to boost appeal and aid leaders. Key changes include Webelos for 10 year olds, a Den Leader coach role, revised advancement patterns, and flexible entry after age eight or third grade.
The Junior Chamber of Commerce and city groups plan a Halloween parade on Tuesday evening October 31. Children up to eighth grade may join. Prizes for best costumes, candy and apples for participants, more details to come in next week's Recorder.
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