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Newspaper
Le Mars Globe Post
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1953
Page
2
Le Mars Globe-Post records as second class matter at Le Mars Iowa under the act of March 3 1879. Publisher R F Starzl and Editor R G Starzl announce subscription rates in advance 3.00 per year and foreign countries 5.00 per year.
Ovens officials warn that parents may be held liable for damage caused by their children during Halloween mischief. The mayor noted cars used for trick or treat mischief could result in license suspension for the driver responsible.
The Le Mars branch of the American Association of University Women and Le Alaris librarians sponsor a Book Bandwagon program for fifth and sixth graders. Ten children plus two alternates will be chosen from reports describing three read books. Winners will appear on a Sunday radio show on station KCOM Sioux City. Books include Rev and Me, James Come-Home, Paddle To the Sea, Charlotte's Web, Nancy Hanks of the Wilderness Road, and others.
Elune E Koerner sues Melsin Koerner in Plymout county district court claiming marriage at Remsen on October 14 1950 ended by cruel treatment endangering life and health They seek dissolution custody of their minor son Rodney born March 26 1951 and alimony plus costs and attorney fees
Plaintiff Leland Largsson sues Lavern Kurtz in Ply mouth County District Court claiming Kurtz drove south on the same highway two miles northwest of Kingsley in a negligent manner on November 9, 1952. The collision damaged Largsson's Tudor Ford sedan and caused severe injuries including a broken fluxion curve between the fourth and fifth cervical vertebra.
A movement of human service urges enrollment to guide youngsters in charitable acts. The Junior Red Cross aims to teach youths to help others in the best American tradition and foster civic responsibility.
Golden anniversary observed by Mr and Mrs Fred Calkin at an open house hosted by their daughter and son-in-law Mrs Sidney Fry at 242 Polk Street Sioux City. They married October 29 1903 at Le Mars. Children Vernon Cathkin Kingsley Lloyd Cathkin St Anthony, Ida Ho and Mrs Pes. nine grandchildren. Event held Sunday afternoon from 3 to 5 PM.
An intersection collision occurred Thursday October 22 at 3 20 PM involving Mary Kelien driving a 1928 Chevrolet and George Racer driving a 19SE Ford. The right front fender of the Kelien vehicle and the front end of the Kaiser vehicle were damaged.
Two couples applied for marriage licenses at the Clerk of Courts office this past week. Wm Wee Bradbury and Miri Po Burdick, both of Sioux Cats Clarence Clare Akton and Chaleen Anni Schwie sow Chatsworth.
Albert 18 year old Clarence Albert's son suffered severe cuts to fingers on his right hand last Thursday when a motor buzzed while replacing a bell on the cornmich er. He will not lose a finger and received medical treatment. He is improving at home.
The document alleges severe neck and uprit arm and shoulder numbness with permanent neck and spine injury. It claims medical and hospital expenses and damages totaling 28,250 dollars plus interest and costs of the action.
Union Manan fap Fars Bureau met October 7 at Mrs Walter Lyres home with Mrs Clarence Singer presiding. Roll call asked What We Have Done to Make Our Home Safer. Mrs Fars Morton discussed International Re loons and friendship plans for the November meeting. Mrs Coughlia led Safety In The Home lesson and an afternoon lunch was served by Mrs Walter bures.
The Union township WCTU met at Mrs Jerry Pow Fall on October 22 at 2:00 PM. Mrs WCT Hoyt led the devotional service and afternoon program. Roger Burgess recently spoke to nearly a dozen lawmakers in Washington about the value of constituents’ mail to inform votes.
Legislators need support on controversial sites. The piece urges letters to the President and protests to stop armed services from selling liquor. It notes Army rules permit drink sales at clubs and calls for sending care packages to Korea. Local women plan a Christmas outreach with a $1000 Korea aid package.
Novem ber 1st marks a top five member drive as Plymouth County Junior Red Cross expands enrollment and action over mere talk. Led by chairman Floyd Blakely the group creates holiday items for veterans and children hospitals, ships aid boxes to Long Roda Primary School in England, and receives thanks from Brenda Wright age 10 for flood relief gifts amid severe English floods.
A letter from Brenda Wright of 45 Hirkesburg Road Curves Essex outlines a scheme to send health and educational supplies overseas to underprivileged children in disaster areas and orphanages. The note mentions November as a time when juniors become members and plan to recite for a magazine by Junior Red Crows News.
The Plymouth County TB and Health Association held its annual fall board meeting at the Flys Club on October 24, 1953. President Mrs Td Win Holturewe presided, with roll call by all executive officers and township chairs. Reports highlighted county tuberculosis trends, Christmas Seal preparations, and the national research program funding of 280 dollars.
A cropped OCR passage lists numerous residents and spouses in towns including Craig Kingsles Le Mar Merril Remsen Spencer Westfield and Spencer with a mix of titles and initials indicating a social or community directory segment. The fragment preserves many named individuals and households reflecting local society connections.
A solemn Requiem High Mass with full military rites was held October 17 at St Clements Church McLeansboro Ill for Lt Andrew Frense who was killed in Korea on July 18 1953. The service featured Chaplain Tom Peeters USN Kalamazoo and included honors from Lt Frease and others connected to Camp Lejeune. Survivors include his widow and parents with brief attendances noted from nearby families.
The Business and Professional Women’s Club held the Fall District meeting on October 25 at Sibles Iowa with speaker Mrs Varn Nore myn from Davenport. Several locals attended including Miss Helen Wiltgen and Mars Gahan. joyous birth announced of a grandson to Mr and Mrs Clary Owen AMte and Mrs Vincent Detterman, David Ray, born October 15, first grandchild. Obermire family to spend winter in Me Allen Pen while daughter Mary is in school. Mr and Mrs John Kesh report son Stanley completing ATMA service in Germany and en route home.
The Town and Country Quiz is organized in Des Moines to raise funds for a favorite organization. The event promises humorous fun and entertainment, with publicity for participants and supporters. Details and show dates are available from writer Clas Rusk of WHO Des Moines.
Chuck Wiles owner of Walkts Cleaners released results from a nationwide survey of homemakers. The findings demand spotless garments with ground-in soils removed, crease retention, no perspiration odor, and money back guarantees if customers disagree. Call or visit the store for details.
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