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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1956
Page
5
The Titania franchise election concluded with a 152 to 137 defeat. The editor explains the paper’s aim to inform rather than influence and notes community interest, local highlights, and recent weather impacting crops and hay. A new Bancroft road sign by Frank Fisher aids town navigation.
Jensen and Krage of Sioux City began resurfacing Main Street with cleaning followed by oiling and pea gravel. They are also resurfacing Highway 226 from Highway 18 to the north edge of town, covering about eleven miles of road.
Titonka Chamber of Commerce thanks voters for defeating a 25 year franchise sought by Interstate Power Company. They argue for fair rates and explore buying a local distribution system, citing Burt, Iowa, as a model with lower costs and a free electricity month. They correct campaign statements and note liability insurance and continued service.
Two league games ended heavily one sided with 14 4 and 16 6 scores. Ramsey Reform edged Immanuel 14 to 4 while Christian Reformed defeated the Methodists 16 to 6. Standings show Ramsey and Reformed undefeated midseason with Good Hope and Methodist fading. Upcoming games set for next Friday at 8 p m on the Woden diamond.
The Titanka Chamber of Commerce met at the American Legion Hall after a ham dinner at Bartlett's Cafe. Eighteen members elected five to meet Town Council and Interstate Power Co. on franchise revisions and rate reclassification for the business district. Committee heads advanced Indian Day prep and a published front-page letter was authorized. A film titled It's Everybody's Business was shown.
Lee Stockwell, son of Mr and Mrs Lee Stockwell, left Wednesday noon to join the Marines. He reported to the recruiting command at Mason City at 2 pm, rode to Des Moines for a physical, then headed to base for nine weeks of training. He, a Titonka High School graduate, was the second from his class to enlist. Earlier in June, Gerald Welhousen joined the army. Two million pilgrims a year visited the shrine of Lourdes.
The summer swimming program starts with registration week at Wesley pool. First sessions begin at 8:80 with buses departing 8:45 from the school, returning before noon. Each bus has a mother chaperone. 10c bus fare and 10c pool fee apply. Wilbur Sexton and another driver will operate buses. Committee includes Mrs. Callies, Mrs. Bess, Mrs. Zweifel, Mr. Sloper, Mr. McDonald, and W. P. Truesdell.
Andrew Krominga announces a cut in local milk price for half gallon cartons from 39c to 36c. See creamery ad on page 6 for full price list and last butter fat price. First Band Concert Meld is the season opener on June 6 under Wayne Pringle, with George Fanborg to direct rest of summer. American Legion Auxiliary notes July 2 meeting and Flag Day June 14 observance, plus Girls State session at Cedar Falls. Titonka voters reject 26 year electrical franchise for Interstate Power Co, amid high turnout and 293 ballots cast.
Kathryn A Schutter, daughter of William Schutter and the late Mrs Schutter, married Eugene Christ of Lakota in a double ring ceremony at Immanuel Lutheran Church Titanica. The event featured pink and blue gowns, a four tier cake, and a reception for 200. After a two week east coast trip the couple will reside on his father’s farm west of Lakota. During the Boston Tea Party the tea dumped into the sparber was valued at nearly $90.
John Boehm leaves for the armed forces on Monday morning June 11 from Algona, to check in at 9:30, then proceed to Des Moines for a medical and be sent to a training base. He formerly worked at the Titonica Farmer's Elevator. His wife Amy Fisher will stay with her parents, possibly joining later, after they rented a house on the Nick Heesch farm.
The Luther League will hold an ice cream social on Wednesday June 13 on the grounds in front of the water tower. It starts at 7 30 p m with foods including pie cake brownies home made candy ice cream ice cream sundies lemonade and coffee.
The Good Hope Luther League went on its annual fishing trip to Clear Lake on Monday June 4. They left from the church at 6:00 PM and took a supper with them. After eating they logged boats on Clear Lake and some attended the business meeting. Boats were rented from Eastor's Cove. An enjoyable time was had by all.
Lyle Dean Bentley born March 5 1953 at Algang Town died after a tractor accident near his home on May 28 1956. He was baptized May 6 1951 at Godr Hope Lutheran Titonka. Survived by his parents Lois Jean grandparents and many relatives.
The German Township Home makers Club invites families to a picnic on June 19 from 6 30 to 7 60 at the Shelter House Call Park Algona. Bring a covered dish dessert sandwiches coffee or Kool Aid and own dishes and silverware. All are welcome.
Changes in the Military Tax Exemption took effect January 1 1956 summarized by Leo J Immersall County Assessor on page four of this week’s Topic. Servicemen are urged to read carefully to protect their exemption rights amid the changes.
The Titenka Saddle Club will hold a trail ride from the Herman Harms farm at 1 30 p m Sunday June 17 All members are invited to attend Lunch will be served after
A travel tip suggests repurposing the glove compartment into a ready first aid kit with items like bandages iodine eye drops aspirin and salt tablets to support a smoother longer road trip and reduce potential emergencies during vacations.
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