Le Mars High School Grants Diamond Jubilee Class
Outdoor graduation marked Le Mars High School fifty-first class of ninety-one with an outdoor ceremony at New Deal Municipal Park. About 1600 people attended the program as seniors in cap and gown processed to Handel Largo, with performances by the band, a boy’s tlee club, and solos. Reverend Harold Becker from Boise delivered the keynote on “Let’s Get on the Ball,” urging open attitude, growth, and dedication for national progress.
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Arthur Sullivan
Harvey No Khichhohn
Casy
board of education
dlarold Ho Becker
thelinge Wright Community Congregational Church
Boise
Idaho
Maxtlower Congregational Chuch
Foglesoul
Colorado
Becker
Nebraska After Shorty Hart in Extradition Case
Clay county court heard extradition proceedings against George L. Hart of Le Marska who is sought by Nebraska authorities on first degree arson charges for burning a shop and dwelling in Ogakata. Hart was captured in Vermilion and held on a fugitive warrant. habeas corpus pleas were denied. appeal to South Dakota Supreme Court may follow.
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Vermillion
George L
Shorty” Hart
Le Marska
Clay county
South Dakota supreme court
Hart
Keith county
Ogakata
Neb
supreme court
Chris W Hahn Dies in Sioux City Hospital May 31 1936
Chris W Hahn of Hinton dies in a Sioux City hospital on May 31 1936 after a cerebral hemorrhage. Born July 6 1896 near Hinton he married Amelia Arndt April 26 1927 in Manton. Funeral June 2 at Trinity Lutheran church near Hinton with Rev L W Heideman officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Surviving are widow Amelia a daughter Mrs Darwin Richards his mother Mrs AF Haglon four sisters Mrs Ralph Schindel and a granddaughter Christie Richans all of Harton. Nelle Raley formerly of Pe Mars now of Inglenook California visiting in Dorothy Edwards home.
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Chis
W. Hahn
Hinton
Sioux City
Hahn
telied Palmer
Lincoln township
Amelia Arndt
io Manton
Trinity Lutheran church
L. W. Heideman
Bunal way
Amelia
Darwin Richards
AF haglon
Ralph Schindel
Christie Richans
Harton
Bass Canary Fay Wely Denies Rumor About Ay Coffee
Bass Canary Fay Wely denies a vicious rumor that Ay drinks coffee in his milk. The denial stops short of naming individuals or detailing sources. The item reflects a local social rumor and a rebuttal context in a concise community notice style.
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Fay Wely
Henry Hastert obituary highlights theater manager life
Henry Hastert, a former Le Mars resident and brother of Alisalee Tene Shelf, died May 31 at Newport Beach California after a heat attack. Born August 9, 1891, he served in World War I and later ran the Pix Theater before moving to California. Funeral services were held June 4 at St Anthony Church in South San Gabriel. Survivors include a daughter Mrs Many Ann Charles and two grandchildren of San Gabriel.
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Le “tus
Alisalee Tene Shelf
Le Mars
Newport Bi fs
California
Mr. Hastert
Pix Theater
St Anthony church
South San Gabriel California
Many Ann Charles
San Gabriel
Surprise Party For Ed Kurtz By Calvary Fluv Church
Members of the Chistuin Builders Class from Calvary Church staged a surprise party for Mr and Mrs Ed Kurtz on Tuesday evening. Pastor Clawson led devotions and spoke of home dedication as guests arrived with baskets of refreshments. Carol Ann Kurtz played organ selections as the group held a monthly meeting and discussed church matters.
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Be church
Ed Katty
Revo Ric 1 Clawson
Chad Avenue S
AV, Howland
irs Jo ofhnson
A C Stromg
Carol Ann Kurtz
50th Anniversary Open House for Mr and Mrs Tess Peebles
Mr and Mrs Tess Peebles of Le Mats at 204 6th Ave S W will hold an open house Sunday, June 10, in observance of their 30th wedding anniversary. Hours are from noon to four. The couple sent no invitations and ask that callers bring no gifts. friends are invited to call.
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Tess Peebles
Le Mats
6th Ave. S
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uwo
Spink Akron road survey and joint highway plan announced
South Dakota State Highway Department completed a survey of the Spink to Akron route from Highway 77 to the Alcester road and drafted plans for a new highway and structures. Contracts are expected this summer for the cost shared by Union County and the state with federal funds. The joint project includes right of way, two asphalt lanes, ten feet of shoulder, and eventual incorporation into the state system. The article also notes a future Akron extension and a joint South Dakota Town bridge joining Highways 3 and 5. wedding notices for Kniep-Harpenau and a delayed Globe-Post wedding feature are mentioned.
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South Dakota State Highway Department
Alcester
Board of Union County Commissions
South Dakota State Highway Commission
Union County
State Highway Commission
Akron
Remsen Youth Virgil Bohnenkamp to Enter Iowa State Veterinary College
Virgil Bohnenkamp son of Mr and Mrs Joe Bohnenkamp of Remsen will graduate from St Marys High School Remsen and enter Iowa State College to study veterinary medicine He earned basketball letters senior class president and was active in local groups He attended Westmar College a year before Iowa State and carries a four year pre veterinary program He is Phi Kappa Sigma member and Iowa State College student chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association active in Newman Club and College Hospital work He receives about 270 monthly under the advanced military program and will be commissioned as a reserve second lieutenant in the Army Veterinary Corps on graduation He plans to practice mixed veterinary work in Iowa after service He and his family are noted in Remsen.
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Joe Bohenkanp
Remsen
tom Lowa
Westmar College
Iowa State College
Division of
Veterinary Medicine
Virgil
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Iowa
American Veterinary Medical Association
Newman Club
Army veterinary corps
Mekon Remsen
tus
County Wheat Allotment Announced for Plymouth County
The 1957 Plymouth County wheat allotment is fixed at 794 acres, with 1956 allotment at 1,054 acres. Notices of individual farm allotments will be mailed by June 18, enabling producers to know 1957 allocations ahead of the June 2007 marketing quota referendum in 36 states.
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Bishop's Mass For The Sick Held In Diocesan Day
Le Mars parishes announced a Diocesan Day for the sick on June 7 at the Cathedral in Stony Cary. Bishop Mueller will read the Pontifical Mass. Wallace Luedike of Le Mars offers ambulance transport to bring disabled persons from Le Mars to Sioux City.
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Stour City
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Sioux Cry
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Bill Zimmer Steps Back from Gambles Manager Role
In a company shift, Bill Zimmer plans to take it easier as he hands over duties after Ralf Zimmer resigned. Auman notes Zimmer’s reduction of on site work, with younger leadership to handle external tasks, respond to inquiries, and manage customer relations as Zimmer travels less and focuses on selling connected Gambles items.
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Mie Auman
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Mayean comic police report notes several fines this week
Police records list Troy Hibden for disturbing the peace with a $55 penalty, John Hamm for speeding at $1,250, Marin Vammugden for careless driving at $24, and Tyle Mevero for truck speed at $12. A wedding notice for Arens Howard was received and will be published with Thursday's photos.
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Troy Hibden
John Hamm
Marin Vammugden
Tyle Mevero
Arens - Howard
sh.pture
Band Concert Program at Mars Municipal Day
Band program listings show a city event with multiple ensembles and pieces scheduled at Independentia Hall and Commanders Hall. Performers include Ira Carey, Sam Heusen, Walters, Yoder, and several student groups. The date is noted as June, with afternoon and evening performances echoing a lively community music showcase.
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Lh MARS MUNICIPAL BAND
KR PARK
Ameria” “ Carey
Heo” Holmes
Fulton Mareh
Lose
Marsage
Sam Heusen
Pausdyon
Estrellita
Walters
Miareh De Moki Commanders Hall
Woodland Surenady Holm “Mestein
Independentia
Hall “Colorama
Rippey Jepson Miss Salle Ropes Wedding at Methodist Church
The ceremony united Rippey Jepson and Peon in a wedding at the Methodist church with family members present. Relatives including Mrs Sorting Ripps and Raikes attended, as the couple planned a honeymoon in South Dakota after a public event at the town center.
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Robert Gildner
Sorting Rippas
widen Raikes
tao
Poo VAes
Dratepraoms
Dakowe
Unschooled slang for groups and political strife
An essay riffs on funny group names for people and professions, then shifts to social critique. It cites a psychiatrist on growing pains, reports nickel speculation by Saul Kaufman and Howard Chaime, and condemns Senate conduct and disloyalty while praising patriotism. It ends noting Otumwa’s Morell plant closure struggles and local poor leadership.
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Saul Kaufman
Howard Chaime
New York
senate
Westmar College Lets Two-Term Summer Session Open
Westmar College of Le Mars Iowa announces a two term summer session from June 4 to August 17 1956 offering up to twelve semester hours. Programs include 48 courses across humanities and natural sciences with emphasis on teacher certification and a State accredited Driver Training program. Dean G O Thompson directs the session with Dr E M Miller as registrar.
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Westmar College
Le Mars
State Department for Public Instruction
facult
G. O. Thompson
E. M. Miller
Reg
istran
Rowdyism By Bike Riders On Sidewalks
Pedestrians in Le Mars Friday night complained of juvenile rowdyism on the sidewalk between the First National Bank and Royal Theatre. Two boys about 13 or 14 rode bicycles at high speed threatening pedestrians including women with small children. City ordinance bans sidewalk cycling but enforcement has been lax to avoid placing children at risk in traffic.
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Le Mars
First National Bank
Royal Theatre
Westmar Offers Driver Training Summer Session
The Department of Public Instruction accredits Denver Training Program at Westmar College as part of Summer School starting June 1, 1956. Ten hours of safety education include behind the wheel training, requiring two summer session attendances. Herman Vander Well of Te Mars, Iowa, will teach laboratory work with behind the wheel driving, bringing expertise from public schools and graduate study in education and engineering. Enrollment is limited. advance enrollment has filled half the quota. Miss Carol Mauer travels to Homerean Falls, Idaho to visit sister Mrs. Bard Meadows, planning a summer stay. The last family night of the counter club this year shifts to June 20, with a previously scheduled event on Wednesday fine 6.
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Department of Public Instruction
Denver
Westmar College
Herman Vander Well
Te Mars
Towa
wich
Vane der Well
Leo Mer
Heman
Dental College
dowa State College
University of South Dunkota
Del Nado State College of
Dane Wilson
Carol Mauer
Nmnerean Falls
Idaho
Bard Meadows
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Unclear union leadership pledge recalls labor conflict
Vague text describes a dispute where thousands of dues members faced disruption. It mentions a promise by LPWA headquarters to appoint an administrator to oversee local union activities and enforce worker access to work and contracts amid perceived inaction by local union officials.
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unien
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