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Newspaper

Titonka Topic

Location

Titonka, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1949

Page

5

Local School Week Activities Total Review

Weekly notes from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade cover birthdays visits and rewards. Several students earned perfect attendance and 100s in spelling. Fourth grade celebrates 100 percent spelling, while Fifth Grade previews poetry work with Mrs. Oesterreicher as Bambi is introduced.

Sally Davis Sylvia Eden Edith Huisinga Lenora Huisman Sharon Klocke Hadley Castor Bruce Keil Terry Ringsdorf JoAnn Lowell Peggy Korene Gertrude Rodney Kenneth Dicky Richard Jean Beverly Sharon Charlene Patty Julia Marianne Joan Korte Joan Billy Orla Jane Frank Betty Leila Paul James Rosslyn Craig Lloyd Marilyn Hfe Mexico America Drake

Mrs Anna Peters Died At Britt Buried In Woden

Funeral services for Mrs Anna Peters were held at the Woden Christian Reformed church with Rev E Bossenbrock in charge. She died at her sister Kobi Hemmen’s Britt home after months of ill health. Surviving are sisters Mrs Hemmen of Britt and Mrs Sonius and Mrs Nordman of Wesley, and a brother Henry who died in 1947. Burial was in the Christian Reformed cemetery.

Woden Anna Peters Kobi Hemmen Britt Frank Sonius Herman Nordman Wesley Henry Christian Reformed Cemetery

Andy Krominga Named New Manager at Titonka Creamery

Andy Krominga becomes the Titonka Farmers Creamery manager and former second man succeeds Henry Red Stecker. Marvin Johnston steps into the second position as Red Stecker retires after years of service, with expectations he will help Andy and the patrons as the creamery moves forward.

Andy Krominga Titonka Farmers Creamery Henry ‘Red Stecker Marvin Johnston Andy Creamery Board of Red Thas Saltie Marvin Cecil Johnston

Wesley Auxiliary Activities Seeks Donations for Knoxville Mission

The American Legion Auxiliary met with good attendance and collected carpet rags used ties and jewelry to send to Knoxville. The annual Christmas party is set for December 15 at the Legion hall with Mrs J P Studer Mrs Tom Forburger and Mrs J P Hauptman leading the committee. In memory of Willie Kennedy Pearl Harbor fireman a memorial note appears from Mrs Elizabeth Kennedy and family. Buy it in Titonka.

Wesley Auxiliary Wesley American Legion Auxiliary Knoxville The Legion Hall J. P. Studer Tom Forburger J. P. Hauptman Willie Kennedy Pearl Harbor Glory Elizabeth Kennedy

Will Ricklefs Hurt In Car Crash Near Lakota

Will Ricklefs suffered very serious injuries Tuesday forenoon when his car struck a bridge rail west of Lakota. He sustained a broken nose arm dislocated hip broken ankle and facial lacerations. He was taken to Buffalo Center hospital with extent of injuries not yet known. The motor was driven into the seat of his 1949 Plymouth.

Will Ricklefs Lakota Buffalo Center Bill

Methodist Church Service and Activities Notice

The Methodist Church led by Donald W. James features Sunday morning worship at 11 with Sunday School at 10, no evening service, choir practice midweek, Senior MYF Wednesday at 7 30, and WSCS Circle IT Christmas party Saturday. Titonka and Doan sub district youth rally hosted at Laverne Sunday 5 30 with supper 65 cents and registration 15 cents. Doan morning worship 9 45 and Sunday School 9 15.

WSCS Titonka Doan Laverne

American Legion Auxiliary December meeting notes

Fourteen members met at the Legion hall for the monthly business meeting with cohostesses Pearl Ricklefs and Marlon Kuehenreuther. No work meeting in December fourth Friday. plans for chair day pot luck work meeting after Christmas to aid hospitalized veterans. The department assigned two hospitalized women veterans to Clinton domiciliary center. Christmas packages and comfort items planned. Remember shut-in members and send cards to Miss Matilda Falk at University Hospital Ward C-43. she is improving after tumor operation. January hosts announced as Anna Andrews and Cleo Netson.

American Legion Auxiliary The Legion Hall Pearl Ricklefs Marlon Kuehenreuther Tral Veterans Hospitals Clinton Domiciliary Center Genevieve W Mary H Matilda Falk University Hospital Town Ward C-43 Anna Andrews Cleo Netson

Young Adults Install Hammond Organ at Methodist Church

The Methodist church devoted a new Hammond organ bought by the Young Adult Fellowship and first played last Sunday with Mildred Holstad as guest organist. Dr. F. W. Ortmeyer preached to a large congregation. The group also purchased chimes to accompany the organ and plans a public dedication once they arrive. Funds came from group activities including a talent show and donations from funeral memorials.

Methodist Church Mildred Holstad Lake Mills F. W. Ortmeyer

Titonka Chamber of Commerce meeting scheduled for December 12

The Titonka Chamber of Commerce will meet at the American Legion hall next Monday evening December 12 in their regular monthly meeting. President Harry Mehlan urges good attendance as there is much to plan for the holiday season along with the usual business.

Fitonka Chamber OF Commerce Titonka Chamber of Commerce American Legion Hall Harry Mehlan

Federated Club Wilil Hosts Christmas Party For Husbands

Titanica Federated Club plans a Christmas party for husbands on Tuesday night December 13 at 4 oclock at Mrs Helen Schram's home. Ladies bring 50 cent gifts suitable for women and men bring 50 cent gifts for men.

Federated Club WILIL Titanica Federated Club Helen Schram

Thirty One New Cars And Trucks Licensed In KosSuth

Thirty one new cars and trucks were registered in KosSuth county last week at the county treasurer office. Two are trucks. Named owners include Arlo J. Adams Algona and Elmer T. Bell Whittemore, with many others from Algona Whittemore Fenton Lone Rock Wesley Burt and Bancroft across several makes such as Plymouth Chevrolet Mercury Hudson Studebaker Ford Pontiac Buick Packard Dodge and International pickup.

Kossuth Plymouth Arlo J. Adams Algona Lewis K. Ferguson Prosper Frideres Bode Heiko Karels Ledyard Keith Strayer M. C. Thompson Whittemore Implement Co Whittemoré Leonard Packard Adolph Mortensen Swea City Dodge Martin Stecker Titanica C. H. Wilhelms Bancroft

Immanuel Lutheran Advent Services and Activities

The Immanuel Lutheran church schedules a 10 30 am Divine Service on the third Sunday in Advent with 930 am Sunday School and Bible Class. A 130 to 400 pm Sunday School program rehearsal is planned. The Rev and Mrs E C Moore missionaries to Japan will be guests this Sunday.

Lutheran World Action Lakota Renwick Corwith Immanuel Brotherhoods Andl Mes E. C. Moore Japan

Woden Junior Class Play Tuesday Dec 13

Woden high school junior class presents a three act comedy titled Hero at the Woden Legion hall Tuesday evening at 8 oclock. Cast includes Alice Haugen Doreen Tegtmeyer Fred Hugo John Schmidt Alvin Holtorf Carrol Hanna Bruce Hanna Lyle Doege Shirley Sonjus Wilda Schutter Barbara Gerdes and Mary Ann Rudisill. Directed by Mrs Gladys Marchand.

Woden Woden High School

Woden-Tii fonka Independents open season early

A group of athletes at Clear Lake Monday evening played basketball and found their rival scheduled a month ahead, dated January 5. Participants Buck Walrod Fred Thacker Keith Ying Wally Johnston and Wile Buy Spear joined, while no Woslen appeared. The Independents have one game to their credit, or rather one they haven't lost yet.

Clear Lake Buck Walrod Fred Thacker Keith Ying Wally Johnston Wile Buy Spear Woslen Woden-Tiifonka

Band Mothers Meeting Delayed To May Day Evening

The regular Band Mothers meeting will be held on Dec 12 at the home of Mrs Bernard Phelps with Mrs Forrest Willis as assistant hostess in attendance.

Band Mothers Bernard Phelps Forrest Willis Ess

Santa Claus to Visit Titonka December 17

Santa Claus will visit Titonka on Saturday December 17 inviting all community children to join the event hosted by local business and professional leaders. Details on arrival time and program will be announced in next week’s issue. Children are urged to attend and enjoy Santa’s planned activities. WSCS Christmas Tea Party set for December 14 with Mrs. Kenneth Swan as Leader of Worship and Mrs. Clifford Metcalf as Leader of Program. Hostesses listed include Mrs. J. R. Schutter, Mrs. Minnie Gesterreicher, and Mrs. Robert Burllong.

Santa Claus Pitonka Titonka Titona Santa Tople Titanka WSCS Kenneth Swan Clifford Metcalf J. RR. Schutter Minnie Gesterreicher Robert Burllong

Weather Notes From December Skies In Northern Town

In the second week of December the thermometer stayed well below freezing much of the day. Residents report one of the nicest fairs and early winters in recent years across the region.

Pheasant Season Closes After 25 Days in 1945

The 1945 pheasant season ended December 5 after a 25 day run in 68 counties plus 7 extra county days. Spokesmen called the season good with many successful hunters but noted wild birds and low bag limits. Biology chief E B Speaker warned of limited winter cover due to drought and pests, but predicted roosters will persist into winter with a better future cock hen ratio.

E. B. Speaker Commission

Irvin Brandis Return From Eastern Trip

Irvin Brandis and companions recount a long eastward journey visiting Chicago Niagara Falls Washington D C and Philadelphia. They toured landmarks such as the Empire State Building Times Square the Washington Monument and Arlington Cemetery with stops in Virginia Kentucky Missouri and back home via St Louis.

Oivcaga Nana Pennsylvania Bufulu N.Y Niagra Falls New York City Roosevelt Times Square Empire State Building Holland Tunnel Jersey City Trenton N. J Philadelphia Baltimore Washington, D. C Capital Building Congress Dimiary Bureau of R Raving and Printing Smithsonian Institute Othe Martha Washington T. S Iovin Verey Bell Aircray Buffalo Washington Monument Bud White House Blair House Lingolit Memorial Constitution Avenue Margaret Trani Constitution Hall Arlington Cemetery Carmen Arington Amphitheatre Ariington Kate Smith Cy Thes Virginia Ossal Cannane Blue Ridge Appalachian Mountains Kentucky Southern Minis St. Louis

GOOD HOPE LUTHERAN A. Murduff Pastor Service Calendar

Divine worship service and Sunday School at 0:30. Final V40 monthly offering received this Sunday. Annual Luther League Christmas on Saturday at 7:30 with guests. Girls for needy European children. Ladies Aid Christmas party with husbands as guests. Christmas can dl e light service on Sunday evening Dec 18. Confirmation practice Saturday afternoon and choir rehearsals weekly. Women's Missionary Society meets Thursday evening Dec 18 at 7:30 with Everywhere Christmas as topic led by Mrs Virgil Miller and hosts Mrs Nick Heesch and Mrs Ted Van Hove.

Good Hope Lutheran A Christimas Yragit Women's Missionary Society Virgil Miller Nick Heesch Ted van Hove

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