West Liberty fair showcases farm gadget demos and horseshoe results
Leroy Bloom demonstrates foot apparel for old paint at the West Liberty Fair while Clyde Essex of Atalissa wins top spots in the power mower class. The horseshoe pitching tournament sees Byron Hafner of Letts repeat in the Flags A division with Gene Ghelf of Muscatine taking second. other Class A titles go to Lester Bell, Pat Seitz, and Joe Budelicy.
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Horseshoe Pitching Results From West Liberty Fair Contest
West Liberty held a two day horseshoe pitching tournament at the fair with men qualifying Aug 9 and 12 for four classes. Class A winners include Byron Saftver, Gene Chelf, Art Hampton, Lefty Taylor, Madeleo Blake, and Elmer Tobias of Muscatine. Class B winners feature Lestay Bell, Ed Kaalery, Richard Cocklin, Wally Benson, and Duane Ruckles, with AL Church and others noted. Class C results list Pat Seitz, Merritt Cocklin, Keith Jordan, Adrian Rabe, Danny Cadogan, and others. Class D results name Joe Budelier, Ray Wilhelm, Garry Cocklin, Archie Smalberg, Ard Schussler, Jim Kaalberg, Don Demeter, Dave Wickersham, and Bubba Philips as participants. Also noted are Detroit Tigers players connected to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
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West Liberty Fair keeps home economics winners honored
Four girls whose projects won in home economic exhibits at the West Liberty Fair pose admiring Margie, Pauls' furniture unit. Shown from left Miss Paul, Gloria Donfeldt, Janet Kummerfeldt, and Diane Owen. Journal Photo
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West Liberty Tractor Pull Announces Class Winners
West Liberty Lions Club sponsored a tractor pull with 85 entries across four classes. Class winners include Marvin Gier and Joe Simon, with placements shaping state fair eligibility in Des Moines later this month.
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Hubert Castle Circarama Circus Returns to West Liberty
The Hubert Castle Circarama staged two grandstand shows Sunday in West Liberty drawing large crowds. A trapeze act thrilled spectators while the program featured animals, clowns, swaying poles, and other feats. Journal Photo coverage highlights the festive circus atmosphere.
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