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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1963
Page
1
Mrs. Larry Killion spotted large monarch butterflies heading south at suppertime, a rare first in the editor’s memory. The piece also recaps football coverage for Genoa Polk and Hordville Gresham, plus a fishing trip report and debate over the test ban treaty with Senator Carl Curtis.
Genoa Orioles stay undefeated at 3 0 powering Genoa Gdowski 213 yards and three touchdowns to beat Polk 18 13. Polk drops to 1 2 as Sterner 88 yards and a TD pass highlight their effort. Defensive stars include Kroger Mundt Sealey and Johnson.
The Polk County ASCS Committee reminds feed grain program participants that on Tuesday October 1 they may pasture their diverted acres. Diverted acres may not be mowed raked baled or removed to relieve feed shortages and reduce fencing.
The Conservation Air Tour drew over a hundred participants who praised the experience. Observers noted visible land variations from drainage needs to contour farming, with wet areas, runoff dams, and grazing conditions clearly evident. District supervisors thanked all helpers and participants for their cooperation.
Sharon Fossberg was taken to Central City hospital Sunday evening and is under observation. Albert Nelson was taken to Osceola hospital Saturday evening. Mrs. Seth Piper is a patient in Osceola hospital.
Polk’s reserve squad defeated Clarks 19 to 0 on Monday in a dominating first B team game. Qb Vance Stohl and end Gary Sagehorn linked for a 16 yard score, Stohl added a keeper, and Allan Neuhaus scored on a three yard plunge. Mundt added a late third quarter TD, with Sagehorn and Sealey contributing on defense and a 95 yard drive fueling the win.
Fourth graders study Nebraska history linking to the Louisiana Purchase and Coronado discovery. They display pioneer irons, butter molds, and gun bullet molds while adopting a school constitution on Citizenship Day and forming a Citizenship Club. The Polk County Education Association plans a Sept. 26 meeting at Polk High School with $2 associate member option.
The Hordville Bulldogs beat Gresham 40-24 on their home field in the first 8-man game for both, their second win of the season. Larry scored five touchdowns and kicked three extra points for Hordville, with Ron Jensen adding a reception for a bonus point. Gresham’s Myron Gierhan stood out with sharp passes and solid defense, while Jensen and Johnson contributed key scoring plays. Continued on Page 5.
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