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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1961
Page
5
Written by Patti Breeding outlines types of gum chewers among students at Fialvern High, from meditative to chain and explosive chewers. Includes a Geometry class Easter hat project by Larry Jones, with Nancy Lisle winning best hat. The piece mixes humorous notes on gum habits with classroom activity.
Claudette Wooten reports MIJS biology ten dissected grasshoppers and frogs this week. Patty Newell Barbara Beasley and Nancy Lisle earned A for successfully dissecting the frog ear. A test on body parts will follow as half of the six week assessment.
Sophomores viewed ring displays from Josten Co on March 24 and Herr Jones Co on March 27 comparing sizes shapes and colors. A third supplier Jeff is expected to present before students vote on a final choice.
In this school era piece Sheri Roenfeld argues gum chewing violates school rules though moderation could be acceptable. The author notes health claims against gum and argues that adherence to rules should prevail over personal preference.
A debate on whether extracurricular activities help students or waste class time. Proponents argue they provide an outlet for energy and reduce boredom, while critics see schooling as the main goal. The writer claims such activities reflect a school's quality and are essential.
Malvern high school prepares for a Shelby music contest April 7 and 8 with groups performing Friday afternoon including double quartet sepohmore sextet senior sextet and double mixed quartet. Saturday features Carol Jones Mary Anna Parker Mary Jo Robbins in a trio plus solo and piano entries led by Kathy Burdie Merrilee Darrah Sandra Roenfeldt and Phyllis Stone.
Malvern high school students filled out survey questions for Carol Jones to use in her term paper. Questions covered grades grading system and the value of grades. The piece notes students previously unconsidered topics sparked thought.
Sheriff Edwin L. Barkus directs a special execution sale in Glenwood Mills County Iowa on April 14 1961 at 3 to 4 pm highest bidder for cash. The sale is of a Royal Champion Trailer Model CL 150 Serial 5680 seized from Don L White and Velma R White to satisfy a 1961 judgment in favor of Henry C Huey for 958.15 plus costs.
The Iowa State Printing Board will meet in Des Moines on April 7 1961 to receive bids on 40000 Lis cut stock 87300 lbs green tint book 9000 lbs white offset for various agencies including State Printing Conservation Commission Iowa State University and Highway Commission. Bids are to be received by 10:00 p m and opened at that hour with award to follow. The board reserves the right to reject any bids.
Easter break saw many students returning home from Town State University Ames University and other colleges. Names listed include Gary Harshbarger Phillip Schultz Bill Hyde Rodney Gay Cats Lefgren Ann Beckwith Karen Hasselquist Virginia Lisle Terry Dashner Kay Newell Nanicy Knop Bob Gemmel Marianne Schultz Sandra Dickersbach Bill Flites Janet Razer Phyllis Leu Bob Terry. Weather mixed with snow rain and cold temps. Daily readings show highs and lows across days.
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