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Newspaper

Titonka Topic

Location

Titonka, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1959

Page

3

Bad Dream Theme For Band’s Final Fall Show

The junior and senior bands prepare a football show themed on a boy who learns that sauerkraut and ice cream are poor bedtime snacks. An 82 member band uses music to depict the dreams. All State quartets rehearse for October 24 performances singing Gloria by Anton Bruckner Father We Praise Thee by Francis J. Pyle A Song Is Made For Singing by Noble Cain Wondrous Cool Thou Woodland Quiet Since All Is Passing by Paul Hindsmith The Silver Swan by Orlando Gibbons.

All State Gloria Anton Bruckner Francis J. Pyle Cain Paul Hindsmith Orlando Gibbons

Editorial on balancing study and activities in autumn

A school editorial notes that state test results and the nine week mark reveal progress levels. It questions whether students or families overcommit and urges relaxation time to refresh the spirit. The piece acknowledges parental and personal pressure from activities and admits no simple solution.

Moose steak dream and senior Sylvia Eden profile

In a cafe a blue-eyed senior, Sylvia Eden, discusses her background German and Norwegian roots, favorite foods, and ambitions. She shares interests in mixed chorus and paper staff, cites Bobby Darin and Benny Goodman, praises Charlton Heston and Carol Lynley, and offers advice to underclassmen about doing work well on time. She plans college after graduation.

Sylvia Eden Sylvia Bobby Darin Benny Goodman Charlton Heston Carol Lynley Girls Glee Club

Teacher Of The Week Miss Haugh Highlighted

Miss Haugh named teacher of the week. She teaches 27 second grade pupils in Titonka and hails from Ayrshire. A Cedar Falls college alumna, she has three years teaching experience at Titonka and values daily variety in working with young learners.

Miss Haugh Ayrshire Cedar Falls Titonka

Editor Visit Sparks Student Paper Improvements

On Monday October 12 editor Jaren of The Titanica Topic visited the paper staff to offer tips for improvement. He urged editorials to reflect writers own opinions and invited staff to observe printing Wednesday evening. The staff appreciates his time and interest.

Jaren

Tevaesity Views On Football And Advice

A student discusses football favorites and dislikes. He notes teamwork, fun, weekly practices, and Monday sessions after losses. He names Boone Valley and Burt as tough opponents and mentions four years of play plus advice to underclassmen to work hard and follow coaches.

Boone Valley Burt

Impossible predictions from a lively high school list

A fragmented reminiscence questions common school rituals and quirks from a Friday night dance. It playfully asks if everyone can do unlikely things like leaving immediately after the dance, flawless typing, surprising pairings, and everyone posing for pictures while noting quirky behaviors of students and staff.

Larry Gayle Sandra Denny’s Dick B Terry N Myrna B Mary B Mr. Crissinger Phil Carolyn Larry Pearson Jeff Boyken B.K P. B S. C Mr. Sullivan Kookie

Dale Doore Seaway Film at Titanica October Show

Dale Doore stars in a living color film at Titanica Friday October 23 at 8 40 a m. The feature explores the St Lawrence Seaway with canals locks and a walled city sight. Grades five through twelve may attend and admission is fifteen cents.

Dale Doore St. Lawrence Seaway Quebec North America

Fugitive in Sophomore Class Described in Raid Notice

A call for help asks readers to spot a mysterious fugitive in the sophomore class. The person, noted as very short with long hair, was seen October 13 wearing a green blouse and grey slacks. She has associations with a certain senior boy and engages in activities like mixed chorus and basketball.

Football schedule notes October events at area schools

An assembly is planned for Friday October 23 at 8 40 a m. A football game will be held with Swea City as the opponent at home. Another football game is scheduled for Friday October 30 with Armstrong as the visiting team.

Swea City Armstrong

Teens Notice Board from 1959 Juniors

A collection of student notices from 1959 includes seniors wanting warm weather, homecoming memories, and fashion about proofs rings and class activities. Messages mention football, band proofs, magazine sales, and chemistry lessons with a playful mix of greetings and reminders.

Larry Pearson K. M J. K B. G Volkswaken Janet P Phil S Larry

What's Cookin Monday to Friday Menus and Joke Exchange

The column lists weekly school lunch menus from Monday October 12 to Friday October 16 featuring chicken noodle soup Wiener and kraut creamed hamburger meat loaf and baked beans with milk and sides. It ends with a humorous fisherman and county warden exchange about identity and the marlin joke.

Magazine Sale Totals Reported at Eight Hundred Dollars

On October 12 the magazine sale officially ended with approximate figures. Freshmen led with about 280 dollars, juniors next with 220 dollars, and sophomores and seniors tied at about 130 dollars each, totaling roughly 800 dollars. All participants are congratulated.

First Grade Class Highlights Learning and Fun

Mrs Hetland notes reading with Dick Jane and Sally and counting with counters like bottle caps and coat hanger racks. Mrs Nelson outlines milk unit, pasteurization plans, and daily milk intake plus science on fire, plus a pet puppy visit and birthday treats. Mrs Gipple covers fall science changes, rust and dissolving experiments, and measuring student heights and weights for year‑end comparison.

Linda Beal Darren Pommer Nelson Murriel Mike Gipple

Fifth Grade Curriculum Highlights and Projects

A fifth grade update outlines class activities across several subjects. Students study wool production, loom weaving, and the history of cloth. major focus on arithmetic with 60 addition facts. language work includes did and done forms and syllable division. science covers planets and moon phases with clay models. social studies explores climates, US maps, and group reports. birthdays spark candy treats. reading features homonyms and a dog story. bulletin boards display articles and pictures. end with a reflection on tact.

Doocy Valerie Sandra Roger United States Steven Cosgrove Steven Hodson

Tepee Tidbits Edited by Titonia High Students

Titonia High School students publish Tepee Tidbits a weekly edition with Margaret McDonald as editor and Lorraine Stecker as advisor. The page lists student contributors and notes the staff roles for this school publication.

Titonia High School Margaret ‘McDonald

School Spirit Beyond The Cheer Leads Daily Involvement

The article argues school spirit is a 24 hour responsibility for every student. It extends beyond cheers and bands to everyday conduct in class, halls, meals, gym, and home, reflecting pride in the school’s intellectual, spiritual, and athletic programs. Strong spirit elevates church, community, home, and personal esteem.

Lurich

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