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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1977
Page
4
Phil laments volatile prices and oil shortages while noting light moisture and snow to the north and south. He cheers the Vikings as Super Bowl Sunday nears, urges renewals, and urges kindness this week.
Immanuel Lutheran ALCW circles schedule meetings with hosts Bible study leaders and dates. Love DOTTY Sunshine Orpha MAY groups listed with hostesses and leaders. holiday visitors to Carl Krause home noted.
A Kossuth County vote on January 18 seeks approval for a 750000 addition to the county home funded entirely by Federal Revenue Sharing. The move follows an earlier 700000 proposal. if approved, the project would add living quarters for 42 residents and be paid via a bond and tax levy if needed. Social Security claims aid will be offered January 13 in Algona to assist benefit recipients reporting earnings.
County Extension Director JOHN J. LEY outlines scheduled training sessions to qualify farmers for private pesticide applicator certification in Iowa. Sessions span January to April at multiple towns with emphasis on safety, proper storage, pest identification, and equipment care.
The Titonica Care Center reports new residents Hattie Abben of Buffalo Center and Harm Helmers of Algona joining this week. A Woden Christian Reform program featuring youths provided a musical afternoon. Gratitude expressed for gifts from Mrs. Doug Mechler and Mrs. Tom Ellefson, and volunteers sought for reading duties.
Meals listed for each weekday include dried beef gravy over mashed potatoes with green beans and pear sauce Monday. ham patty on a bun with tator tots and carrot sticks Tuesday. pizza with buttered corn and fruit jello Wednesday. orange juice, round-up casserole, cabbage salad and peanut butter sandwich Thursday. and spaghetti with meat sauce, lettuce salad and peach sauce Friday, each day served with milk.
Dan Hanson named to 1976 All Lutheran College Football Squad with Warburg College players among five honored. Hanson, son of Rey and Mrs. Herbert Hanson, joins Lutheran schools nationwide as honorable mention. Bond magazine to feature selections in January.
The State Line Tournament begins Saturday January 8 with twelve boys teams and eleven girls squads. First rounds are at Lincoln Central Sentral Woden and Titonka with Titonka earning byes. The Squaws meet Burt January 10 at Titonka, while Woden Crystal Lake faces the Ledyard Thompson winner. Finals set for Friday at Armstrong. boys crown decided January 15 at Burt. Titonka non conference losses to St. John’s Bancroft. girls edge drama 67 65. Indians fall 57 44 at Bancroft.
Rep Bedell plans 22 open door sessions starting January 6 with a central county location and ending in Sioux County January 15. Attendees will complete issue questionnaires covering topics like national health insurance bomber construction and natural gas price decontrol.
The Kossuth County Care Facility Election registry closes on Saturday January 8 for those not yet registered. Voters needing updates to name or address must notify the Auditor's Office. The office will be open Saturday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. and regular hours before the date for registration.
All eligible Legionaires are urged to attend a meeting on Wednesday January 12 at 7 30 p.m. in the Legion Hall Ti Titanka to discuss upcoming activities for 1977. Acting Commander Leonard Becker says participation will benefit the community.
Rural residents in Kossuth County show strong support for the Kidney Foundation of Iowa Gift of Life Campaign. Chairperson Janice Christensen notes contributions exceed 350 dollars in early weeks and urges donors to sign donor cards as organ donation becomes optional on new Iowa driver licenses starting January 1, 1977.
Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Ricklefs of LaSalle, Ill. visited Mrs. Pearle Ricklefs a week ago. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Harms hosted Monday evening guests Mr. and Mrs. Henry Van Hove. Thursday callers to Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Reibsamen included Darvin Bowers and Rodney. Christmas Day guests at Mrs. Ruth Olsen in Forest City were Mr. and Mrs. Roger Rippentrop and family. A.J. Budiong’s home hosted a New Year’s Eve pot luck with guests Phil Jaren and Dr. John Lesiak. Wanda Hudson and Thomasa of Minneapolis visited Mrs. Mary Young on Sunday. Friday afternoon visitors to Mr. and Mrs. Ted Van Hove were Mr. and Mrs. Henry Van Hove.
Senator Dick Clark outlines key federal tax benefits for seniors including higher exemptions for those 65 and older, a retirement income credit, a home sale tax exclusion, and partial exclusion of life insurance payments. He urges consulting tax experts and IRS resources for detailed guidance.
Mrs Viva Keagle hosted a lunch at the Reibsamen home on Tuesday for the birthday celebrants Floyd and Lucille. Guests included Mrs Bessie Tryon Mrs Walker McDonald Jailee Ledlie and Debbie Reibsae men. A very pleasant time was had by all.
Mr and Mrs Lloyd Gray and family of Rockford Illinois returned home after a ten day visit with Mr and Mrs Vern Rafdal and other relatives. Marvin Behrends and Paula from Lacey Washington were guests for six days. Also here for New Year's Eve were Meint Huesman Lori Garwin Raidal Travis and Douglas Bolie Verlyn Sliefer and boys from Vent Kan and Thompson respectively.
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