Mail delays hit Daily Sentinel readership during holiday rush
The Daily Sentinel faces widespread mail delays as Christmas cards and packages move slowly. A Le Mars subscriber reports years of late papers to California, while editorials describe bungled dispatches, post office fault lines, and strained service.
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Daily Sentinel
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California
Tom Miller
Cherokee Daily Times
G.k
Chula Vista
Calif
Times
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Grocery stores in Le Mars face closings and changes
The Le Mars grocery scene faces upheaval as three long standing stores near closure. Ryray National Food and other recent entrants tell of lease issues and remodeling as competition and price rules reshape local commerce. The piece recalls past losses and laments government intervention on small business.
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Council Oak
Fareway
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Bud Ross
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R-way
Dick Brown
Sioux City
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Pew
Bill Pew
Christmas Dinner and Concert Announced by Local Groups
December events listed include Catholic Daughters of America court Santa Maria at KC hall 179 hosting a Christmas dinner and party at 6 30 p m with reservations by December 9. RU fifth through eighth grade bands and choir present a Christmas concert December 13 at 7 30 p m in the Union building.
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Why Not A City Ordiance To Curb Dog Behavior
Citizens question city actions and spending asking why dogs aren’t tied year round like in other towns. They urge wiser uses of revenue, caution on bridge inspection costs, and safety measures from wrecked cars for speeding and carelessness. They also mock lunar missions and fashion trends as examples of misplaced priorities.
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Mother Nature
Carbon monoxide hazards in cars and safety tips
Aetna warns of carbon monoxide in engines and advises ventilation during driving and maintenance. Tips include opening vents, avoiding only rear openings in wagons, and biannual exhaust checks. The piece also notes a local 4 H club meeting with caroling at Becca King’s home and officers installation.
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Aetna
Becca King
Floyd Valley Hospital
Colleen Hunstad
Becca
Dear Santa Letter From a Four Year Old in Le Mars
A four year old Ricky Johnson writes from 301 2nd Ave NW across from Clark school asking Santa for a train and cowboy set. The note appears amid a local Daily Sentinel layout with nurse association event details and subscription rates.
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2Nd Ave
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