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Newspaper

Renwick Times

Location

Renwick, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1954

Page

5

Kids Fish Day to be held Monday June 21

Oakdale Chapter of the Izaak Walton League sponsors a Kids Fish Day with 500 bullheads from the States Conservation Commission. The event runs 1:30 to 3:00 pm at the pond south of the Worpe farm. registration starts 1:00 pm. Open to boys and girls under 14, with prizes for top catches and several divisions. A doctor and boat will be available. Renwick and Goldfield Commercial Clubs contribute toward prizes.

Oakdale Izaak Walton League States Conservation Commission Wor Porge Farm Renwick Goldfield

Funeral Services Held Sun for John Brink

John Allyn Brink 52 formerly of Renwick and LuVerne died June 11 at his Cedar Falls home. Graveside services June 13 at Vernon cemetery. Survived by wife Sylvia Lonella Warman, son Richard of St Paul, mother Josephine Brink, brother Percy Brink, sister Mrs William J Lee, granddaughter Tommy Brink. Former farmer, seed company salesman, and newspaper circulation worker. Funeral led by Rev. Harold W Dellit of LuVerne Evangelical United Brethren church. Born June 26, 1901 in Renwick to Leland and Josephine Nelson Brink.

John Allyn Brink Renwick Luverne Vernon Josephine Nelson’ Brink Act University ‘of Texwa Sylvia Lonella -Warman Webster City LaVerne Des Moines McCurdy Seed Corn Company Fremont Iowa Cedar “Falls Richard St. Paul Mian Josephine ‘Brink Percy WL Brink William J. Lee Morris, Minn Tommy Brink

Oakdale LWL Chapter Plans Fourth of July Events

The Oakdale chapter held its regular meeting Tuesday evening to discuss the Fourth of July celebration and Kids Fish Day. Members thanked Mrs. Veiva Jones for donating a shuffleboard to the chapter.

Oakdale LWL Veiva Jones

Commencement Exercises Held at Iowa State College

The eighty third annual ISU commencement honored a class of 776 as diplomas were awarded at Clyde Williams Field. President James H. Hilton spoke while James Yungelas, son of Mr and Mrs James Yungelas of Renwick, received a Certificate of Farm Operation with his family in attendance.

Ames Iowa Iowa State College Clyde Williams Field James H. Hilton James Yungelas Renwick Joanna

Carol Smith Ill With Mumps On the Brain

Carol Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Howard Smith is hospitalized at Lutheran Fort Dodge with mumps on the brain a rare painful illness reported by the paper

Carol Smith Carol Smith, Small Mrs. Howard Smith Lutheran Hospital Fort Dodge

Free Show At Ren Theater Saturday Night

A capacity crowd attended the free show at the Ren Theater on Saturday. Another free performance is planned for Saturday night June 19 featuring Carey MacDonald and Theresa Wright. The public is invited to attend.

Snehear Ren Theater Carey MacDonald Theresa Wright

K Y N Club Sponsoring Little Boy Lost at Ren Theater

The KYN Club of Renwick will sponsor a showing at the Ren Theater on June 20 to 23 featuring Little Boy Lost. The film stars Christian Foucade as the late boy with Bing Crosby Claude Dauphin and Nicole Mowry, praised as heart touching and moving.

KYN Club of Renwick Ren Christian Fou¢ade Bing Crosby Claude Dauphin Nicole Mowry Reader's Digest New York’ Daily News Ren Theater

Service Men From Here Rest in Hakata Japan

Hakata Japan hosted Corporal Loren G Wilhelm aged 20 son of Mr and Mrs Albert Wilhelm Renwick Iowa for a seven day rest and recuperation the soldier normally serves in Korea as a supply specialist with Battery C of the 24th Infantry Division Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion Wilhelm entered the Army in February 1953 and arrived overseas last August.

Hakata Japan Loren G. Wilhelm Albert. Wilhelm Renwick Iowa Wilhelm Korea 24Th Infantry Division

Democrats To Meet In Rutland June 23

The Hum pbeldt County Democratic Club will hold its regular meeting Wednesday evening June 23 at the Rutland Schoolhouse starting at eight o clock. After the business session there will be entertainment and refreshments. All Democrats are urged to attend and bring others who might be interested.

Humpbeldt County Democratic Club Rutland

Concert to Be June 23 by Renwick and Vernon bands

The Renwick and Vernon high school bands unite for a concert series under W Keith Baesslar. A large crowd attended the first show and the public is invited to attend the next performance on Wednesday night June 23.

Renwick Vernon High School W. Keith Baesslar

New Cheese Maker At Pioneer Cheese Factory Opens

Frank Kovatch from Wisconsin began work this week as cheese maker at the Pioneer Cheese factory. Mr. and Mrs. Kovatch and daughter reside at the apartment at Mrs. J. F. Peer's home.

Pioneer Cheese Factory Frank Kovatch Wisconsin

Office closure notice for Saturdays through school start

Dr W H Long announces the office will be closed every Saturday until the new school term begins. The schedule change affects patient appointments and administrative operations for the period.

W. H. Long

American Legion Aux Elects New Officers

New officers were elected at the American Legion Auxiliary meeting held last Thursday evening. They are: President Ermal Smith, 1st vice president Velma Rademaker, 2nd vice-president Lenore Sadler, Secretary Iris Oppedahl, Treasurer Viola Kepper, Historian Mathilda White, Sergeant At Arms Gertie Carlson, Chaplain Emma Rasmussen.

American Legion Auxiliary Ermal Smith Velma Rademaker Lenore Sadler Iris Oppedahl Viola Kepper Mathilda White Gertie Carlson Emma Rasmussen

Office closure notice for travel by Dr Tarner

Dr L R Tarner announces closure of the office from June 19 to June 28 due to travel. All appointments and inquiries will be handled after the return, with normal operations resuming June 29.

Fourth of July Celebration Planned by Izaak Walton Group

The Oakdale Chapter of the Izaak Walton League plans an old fashioned Fourth of July at the club grounds on Sunday July 4. The public is invited to attend and enjoy a picnic or supper. The afternoon program starts at two with pony races in several age classes, foot races, pillow fights, horse shoe pitching, nail driving, tug of war between Humboldt and Wright counties, and prizes. Captains Clem Didio and Bill McCurry lead the county teams. Fireworks display is set for 8 30 in the evening with a free will offering accepted.

Oakdale Izaak ‘Walton League Humboldt-county Wright Clem Didio Humboldt Bill McCurry Wright County

Burk Brothers D X Station Robbed Last Friday

Burk Brothers D X Station was broken into and entered last Friday night by breaking the south office window. Burglars took petty cash, flash lights, ice cream bars, and other items from the cash drawer. Sheriff Bradley of Humboldt said a rough line investigation is underway.

Burk Petty

Two Church Softball Games Postponed by Rain

Weather delays continue for Renwick churches softball with no games Friday or Tuesday. On Friday June 18 the EUB faces St Paul Lutherans followed by Church of Christ vs Methodists. On Tuesday June 2 Church of Christ meets EULB then St John Lutheran plays St Paul Lutherans.

Renwick EUB St. Paul Lutherans Church of Christ Methodists Church of Christ and EULB St John Lutheran St. Paul Lutheran

American Legion Aux Bake Sale Saturday at Legion Hall

The American Legion Auxiliary will hold a baked goods and food sale Saturday June 19 at two o clock at the Legion Hall. All proceeds will be contributed to the Renwick Public Library.

American Legion Auxiliary Legion Hall Renwick

Boy Scouts Attend ing Camp This Week

Renwick area Scouts gather at Lake Okoboji for a camping week. Wilbur Nissen and Bob McGowan supervise about 100 scouts from northwest towns, with activities including swimming and camping. Names mentioned include Richard Gimer Jim Westfall Daryl Brayton Richard Nissen Dennis Nerem Lynn Darland Gordar Tensen.

Renwick Okoboji Wilbur Nissen Bob’ McGowan Bob McGowan Towa Ganoin Richard Gimer Jim Westfall Daryl Brayton Nissen Dennis Nerem Lynn Darland Gordar

Renwick Kamrar Ball Game Tonight in Town

Renwick hosts Kamrar in a kittenball clash tonight. Team hints at two home wins last Thursday and plans travel to Keamier next Tuesday. Followed by standings update and schedule notes for Renwick and Kamrar.

Tésim Cla Renwick Kamrar Keamier

Geo Mills Buys Maurer Interest In Briardale Store

Renwick community notes that S C Maurer sold his share in the Briardale Store to George Mills. The store closes for June 17 and will reopen Friday under Latch and Mills. Maurer served on town council and school board, and plans retirement with wife.

GEO. Mills Renwick S.C. Maurer Briardale George Latch Mr. Maurer Maurer George Mills Latch and Mills Maurer Omi

Red Cross Swimming Classes Start Friday at Eagle Grove Pool

Red Cross swimming lessons resume for Kenwick and nearby communities with six Friday sessions beginning June 25 at Eagle Grove pool. Wright County funds cover pool use and instructors, Humboldt county funds transport and bus drivers, Renwick school buses supply transport. Open to children aged five and up, buses depart Renwick at 8 15 AM to reach pool by 9 00 AM, with boys in sessions 9 00 to 1 00 and girls 10 00 to 11 00, five instructors available, registration at the pool follows bus homeage in-porther return noon.

Red Cross Kenwick Eagle Grove Renwick Schol Renwick Vatons Are

Local residents host visits across Iowa communities

A flurry of Sunday gatherings and midweek calls spread through Ames Boone and surrounding towns. Families including the Foleys Boley Guger and LaGrande hosted meals and guests while others attended weddings and birthdays.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Sun John Brink Izaak Walton K.Y.N. Club American Legion L. R. Tarner Neal Sande Sande rMer Phyllis Lane Mueller Studio Clarion Burk Brothers D-x American Legion Aux Boy Scouts Rita Caluzived Minnes Edward Divvis CW. Foley Ind. Ismola W. Boley Indianola S’b Foley Besse Wr. Zentner Sharon Dodge Fritz Gugger Marjorie Ann Gugisburg P. H. ‘Sadler Marilyn Keith Sadler Madison, Minn Rickie Sadler Don .Gilcrest Chris Graham Boone Clarence Hifty Clarence Hefty Francis. Krause Rose Marie Mark of ‘Manson Norman Larson Tales- Gap Rose Rose Hefty Eagle, Grove
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