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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1955
Page
6
Betty Lou Nerge urges readers to dress for warmth this season. Coats with fur collars alone won’t protect against illness. boots scarves hats and mittens are essential for health and comfort.
Senior Carlyle Nicklaus stands 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighs 175 pounds. He captains the basketball team and has played baseball and in T club. He rides a gray 48 Ford to games and enjoys hamburgers and malts between outings. He attended 4 years at T.H.S. and plans are unclear but best wishes are offered for his future.
Birthday treats from Daniel Schumacher and Yvonne Kalkbrenner mark several celebrations as American Education Week brings many parents into the room. Students share reports on Germany, books, and holidays while preparing for a December 7 Christmas pageant and a book week display.
Russell Shaffer of Tipton suffered the loss of two fingers on his right hand while adjusting a part on a power lawn mower. He was reported to be in stable condition after the accident.
A reward of 100 dollars is offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those who set fire to the state game refuge on South Twin lake.
A reflective column argues that original sounds outlast crowd noise, noting how distinct voices shape culture while most people fade into background echoes in urban life. The piece weighs literary fame against everyday expression and the lasting impact of genuine originality.
The notice lists Sunday school at 9:15 and worship at 10:30 with sermons and choir practices. It mentions confirmation classes for eighth graders, adult catechism, and various youth activities, plus a Christmas Eve program and Advent services. A dartball team and council meetings are also noted with multiple church groups and meetings.
Church calendar lists services and events including Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. English communion. Christmas program rehearsals on 1:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. days. Candlelight service on Dec 19. Ladies Aid meeting Dec 13 at 8 p.m. Choir and youth activities scheduled through Dec 15 with potluck and gift exchange. Em. Fuchs and Carl Carlsen, pastors.
Larry Gene Crowe 19 Water loo Janet M Larson 18 Waver Burton Diercks 19 Fairbank Sharon Duecker 19 Tripoli Russell E Bennett 24 Chicago Marlys A Steinbronn 23 Chicag Ralph E Gordon 27 Waverly Marilyn A Hoth 22 Sumner
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