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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1947

Page

5

Christmas Party With Saint Nick Delights Local Children

Tuesday evening's event featured Mrs Juliette Whitney and others receiving gifts from St Nick. Guests included Mrs John Schomers Mrs Mary Man and Mrs Charlotte Schwabenbauer, with superintendent Janet B Perry in the background. Alvin Olson rode a wheel-cart. Santa helper Claude Aiken handed out popcorn balls. Local clergy and Congregational choir performed carols under C Bernard McGhee.

Tribune Juliette Whitney Lloyd Scarseth Galesville St. Nick John C. Schomers Mary Man Charlotte Schwabenbauer Janet B. Perry Alvin Olson Blair Les Tanke la Crosse Santa Claude Aiken Sanitarium Walter Swanson Eau Claire Oscar Olson Henry Thewis Cochrane Marvin Kendhammer Jimmy Feran Julius Ellefson Erna Sargent Ardelle Arlene Tank Patty Jackson Marilyn Wolfangle Sally Kuebler Frances Burgess Arvid Olson Stanley Reeves Douglas Roger Kraus Oliver Stoffer William Kress

Continuing Studies After Graduation

Donald P. Guenther is listed as a graduate from Ohio State University on December 19, continuing his studies after earning his degree. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Guenther of 1422 Farewell Street, noted in the local notice.

Donald P. Guenther Frank Guenther Farewell Street Ohio State Univer

Ohio State Athlete Pursues Master’s in Athletic Administration

The text notes a student at Ohio State University, majoring in physical education, who played varsity football in 1945-46 and was active in Kappa Phi Kappa. After earning a Bachelor of Science, he will enter graduate school at Ohio State to focus on athletic administration and corrective therapy.

Sity Columbus Ohio State Kappa Phi Kappa

Nurse Grace Gibson Receives Minnesota Diploma

Miss Grace Gibson has returned from Minneapolis after attending the University of Minnesota commencement. Her niece Miss Marie Gibson was in the class of 1,400 and among the hundred nurses honored at pinning exercises at Powell hall.

Grace Gibson South Seventh Street Minneapolis University of Minnesota Marie Gibson Powell Hall

Christmas Party At Hass Elm Grove Addition

Mr and Mrs Fred Hass hosted their annual Christmas gathering for children and grandchildren on Sunday. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Edward Haas Mr and Mrs Alfred Sheels Gerald Edward Leis Haas Alfred Sheels Jr Mr and Mrs George Schmitz Gregory Thomas Mary Theresa Paul Francis Mr and Mrs Leonard Haas Kathryn Mary Ellen Bernice Carol Frederick James Jene and Miss Elaine Donner uer.

Fred Hass Elm Grove Edward Haas Alfred Sheels Gerald Edward Leis Haas Alfred Sheels, Jr George Schmitz Gregory Thomas Mary Theresa Paul Francis Leonard Haas Kathryn Mary Ellen Bernice Carol Frederick James Jene Elaine Donneruer

Minister's Evening Bride Vernon Couple Wed in Caledonia

Beverly Rose Kasten and the Rev. Dirk A M Menken were married at the Church of the Open Bible in a Friday night ceremony led by Rev. E R Briggs. Attendants included maid of honor Tim Menken and best man Menke Menken with a reception for 75 at the KP hall. The couple, now on a honeymoon, will reside in Caledonia after January 1.

Beverly Rose Kasten Dirk A. M. Menken Caledonia Church of the Open Bible E. R. Briggs Otto Kasten South Eighth Street W. Menken le Center Minn Tim Menken Menke Menken Freda Menken Leonard Johnson Sharon Standiford Paul Briggs Ted Stanles Gil Warren Betty Kommerstad Harry Davidson KP Hall Arthur Kasten Dorchester Harold Poppy Leonard Caledeus Ida Followsbee Hurdatiela Mi D Ed Gathright Richland Center Messrs Mies John Kinstler John Proksch J. T. Standiford Vernard Parsneau Glen Gilbertson Edward Johnston Alfred Schildman Ray Sumner R. A. Rieben William P. Ashworth Frank Bozart Nels Overbee Minnie Crooks W. C. Thompson Lawrence Erickson Aa Peterson Howard Leeson R. Ulry Elsie Larson Gloria Rosie Mabel Snider Leroy Wieman Misses Rosella Bozart Janet Schildman Georgiana Ruth Johnson Eg Johnson Delores Crooks Mary Novak Carol Erickson Barbara Arvella Streeh William Kommerstad

Ironing Wet Rayons Turns Stiff and Glossy

The practice of ironing fabrics made from rayon while damp can cause them to become stiff and shiny. Experts advise letting rayon air dry or using low heat and a pressing cloth to avoid damage.

Central Heating May Cause Nasal Ills

Dr Edwin Jordan discusses postnasal drip linked to excessive dampness and central heating. He explains how dry indoor air irritates nasal passages, the role of temperature changes, and notes swallowing the mucus is usually harmless while symptoms persist until the underlying cause is addressed.

Edwin Jordan, M. D

Mauston Couple Wed At St John’s Church

Colleen Tracy and Charles Wei land, both of Mauston, were married November 29 at 4 pm in St John’s Church. They are the daughter and son of Elizabeth Tracy Mauston and Mr and Mrs William F Weiland Lyndon Station. A family dinner followed at the Weiland home with guests Loretta Walter Edith Lachett Robert Weiland and Clarence Weiland. The couple plans a Milwaukee and Chicago honeymoon before settling in Mauston.

Elroy Wis Colleen Tracy Charles Weiland Elizabeth Tracy Mauston William F. Weiland Lyndon Station St. John's Bartlett Weiland Wisconsin Rapids Weiland Loretta Walter Edith Lachett Markesan Robert Weiland Clarence Weiland Milwaukee Chicago

Coal mine count in the United States tops seven thousand

A report notes more than 7,000 coal mines operate across the United States, reflecting widespread extraction sites and regional production.

United States

St James Pupils Go Carolling Through North Side

Forty students from St. James Catholic School seventh and eighth grades carolled Monday night on the lower north side led by Mary Heinke. Tuesday the group tours St. Michael's halls with Mary Heinke Carol Heinke Kathleen Schmitt Carl Bruchmann and David Heinke guiding singing and candle light.

St. James Catholic School Lower North Side Mary Heinke Carol Heinke Kathleen Schmitt Carl Bruchmann David Heinke St. Michael's Mary David

Local Holiday Notices and Services Parade in Town

Locals report weekend visits to Madison. shops announce Christmas closures and gift items. Berneil Baumgartner Willenberg returns to Coral Beauty Shop. R Johnson advertises canaries. Stoddard Hotel Barber Shop sells tools and razors. Mrs Rottman taken to hospital for a broken ankle. Hoeschlers and Yehle's Greenhouse advertise holiday gifts and trees. Optometrist Tri-State Optical offers eye care. The Sweet Shop promotes chocolates. Paul’s Jewelry lists watches. Holiday Merrymakers feature at Bachelors Club.

Phil T. Phelps Main Street Madison Wis R. Johnson Stoddard Hotel Theodore Rottman French Island Eaton Yehle Sportsmans Hamilton Paul's Jewelry Store North Side Tom and Jerries the Bachelors Club

Birth Announcements From Local Churches and Hospitals

New Citizens Lutheran notes a December 1971 birth, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Donald Panke of 1302 Jackson Street, with Doris Smith listed. A December 23 birth to Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Seymour in De Soto Wisconsin. St Mary’s Hospital in Sparta Wisconsin records a December 20 birth, a son to Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Morgan of Black River Falls.

Lutheran Donald Panke Jackson Street Doris Smith Melvin Seymour de Soto Wis Olga Anderson St. Mary's Hospital Sparta Harvey Morgan Black River Falls

Marriage Licenses Issued in Minnesota Area

Dec. 20 Robert Ninneman of Tomah and Therese Dwyer of Sparta in Caledonia Minn. Dec. 22 Curtis Thomas Church of Minnesota City and Blanche Marie Carlson of Houston Minn.

Cygote Robert Ninneman Tomah Therese Dwyer Sparta Caledonia Minns Curtis Thomas Church Minnesota City Blanche Marie Carlson Houston Minn

Tomah Hospital Seeks Donated Household Items

Miss Mildred Young of the Red Cross at the Tomah Veterans Administration hospital requests donations of tapes try needles junk jewelry flower pots nine inches at top with bases or saucers novelty flower pots large-mouthed jam jars and coffee jars with screw tops. Items may be brought to Red Cross office room 104 in the federal building for veterans.

Mildred Young Red Cross Veterans Administration Hospital Tomah Red Cross Office Federal Building

DAV Auxiliary Trims Tomah Hospital Tree

La Crosse auxiliary to Disabled American Veterans trimmed two large trees and filled stockings for 81 patients at Tomah hospital. Mrs. Juliet Baumgartner led with her daughter Florette and others. The unit donated 50 dollars and joined the parent organization’s 50 dollar gift. Christmas party held at Mrs. Wateski’s home.

la Crosse Tomah Monroe County Juliet Baumgartner Florette Emma Wateski Louise Weigand Wateski

Trio celebrates three birthdays with oyster stew party

Holmen Wisconsin special an oyster stew gathering at Kilmer Holter home Saturday evening honored three birthdays: Kilmer Holter on the 14th, Mrs. Berg on the 17th, and Owner Holter on the 20th. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Berg and daughter Janice joined, along with Mr. and Mrs. Owner Holter and daughters Jeanene and Marilyn. The trio has marked the occasion jointly for more than 20 years.

Holmen Wis Kilmer Holter Albert Berg Janice Holter Jeanene Marilyn Berg

Erma Jeannette Bratberg Engaged to William Dannials

Mrs Ansel Bratberg of Holmen Wisconsin announces the engagement of Erma Jeannette Bratberg to William Allen Dannials of Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania. The couple plan an approaching marriage and will be wed in the near future. Loretta and Gerald Lemke hosted a children's gathering at 1352 Charles Street with attendees receiving gifts.

Ansel Bratberg Holmen Wis Erma Jeannette William Allen Dannials Alex Dannials Wilkes Barre Loretta Gerald Lemke Charles Street Danny Kenny Lemke Judy Kay David Minard Donald Richard Lemke Sharron Billy Hagen Shirley Arlene Richard Heser

A Student's Bride Weds Glenn Jenkins in Wisconsin Church

Mary Ellen Bichler daughter of Mrs Esther Bichler and Glenn H Jenkins son of Mr and Mrs Hallet Jenkins Sparta were married at seven o clock Sunday night at Evangelical Lutheran church in Black River Falls Wisconsin Rev Raymond P Huss officiated The bride was assisted by her sister Helen Mae and Douglas Jenkins best man A reception followed at the church parlors Mrs Jenkins works for Community Telephone Co Mr Jenkins a University of Wisconsin student.

Black River Falls Wis Mary Ellen Bichler Esther Bichler Glenn H. Jenkins Hallet Jenkins Sparta Evangelical Lutheran Church Raymond P. Huss Helen Mae Douglas Jenkins Margie Hagen Ann Squires Jenkins Community Telephone Company Mr. Jenkins University of Wisconsin

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