21 Feb 1955
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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1955
Page
1
Two Monticello natives, Leyland Ernest Ike Skelley and his partner, establish writing headquarters in Des Moines. Ike Skelley recently marked the 25th anniversary of his career observing Iowa sports and politics, contributing to daily newspapers with top flight reporting.
State sports editor for the AP and Robert Hogan of Monticello share long ties to journalism and Iowa. Ike and Bob both hail from Monticello, attended the University of Iowa, and early on wrote for the Iowa City Press-Citizen. Ike returned home to visit relatives while Hogan's career spanned Monticello, Iowa U. and Cedar Rapids Gazette. A separate note recalls Waverly housing clashes over a Negro air force captain and his family facing racial pressure.
National 4-H week runs March 5 through 13 with clubs promoting activities. Wayne Master Farmers start a window display and contribute $10 to the international farm youth exchange while other clubs plan displays and a recreational basketball schedule.
Sunday visitors filled multiple Iowa homes with calls and dinners. Names include Covington, DeLarm, Langworthy, Steiner, Zirtzman, Covington of Coggan, Wennekamp, Henry Wennekamp, Paul Schneiter, Shipton, J H Shipton Cedar Rapids, J L Covington, John Moyer Springville, Lee Ireland, Schladetzky Olin, and Carl Grabbee Anamosa celebrating the Grabbees 42nd wedding anniversary.
A nostalgic essay blends springtime musings with fishing lore. It contrasts wisdom on truth and youth with practical tips for catching chub in creeks and ice fishing, detailing bait, gear, and methods to lure larger fish.
Carl C Oeschger a Scotch Grove Iowa sophomore appears as a sergeant in Shakespeare tragedy Othello at Loras College in Dubuque Feb 17 22 He is son of Mr and Mrs Paul Oeschiger The production directed by Rev Karl G Schroeder is the second show of the 1954 55 drama season.
Readers can save by purchasing three Easy-to-read Express Want-Ads for the price of two. The promotion highlights value and quick placement for notices, sales, and personal ads across local listings.
A long list of Sunday and weekend callers visiting families in South Fork and nearby towns includes Bernadette Jasper guests at John Turnis, Frank and Florence Jasper visitors at John Feltes, and Mary Ries with Kay Smith in attendance at various homes. Attendees celebrate weddings and attend showers while noting illnesses and hospital visits.
St Luke's Methodist church Monticello joins global Week of Dedication from Feb 20 to 27 focusing on peace world order spiritual awakening and funding for relief and mission projects. Ash Wednesday service Feb 23 at 7 45 pm marks Lent start with own leadership this year.
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