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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1968
Page
6
The text urges using a reliable English translation of the Bible as food for the soul. It emphasizes that readers need not decipher the original languages and should rely on a solid translation for spiritual nourishment.
Church listings show service times for Grace Lutheran and multiple nearby congregations. It includes Sunday School at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m., Ash Wednesday 7:30 p.m. with communion, Lenten midweek services, choir practice, youth events, confirmations, and various education meetings led by pastors Koengeter Selberg and McGee, with community prayer services at Faith UCC.
A public meeting outlined steps toward a Denver Recreation Area recreation center. The preliminary planning committee proposed a limited 250 family annual membership at 75 dollars, plus a 100 dollar stock share after corporation formation, due within 30 days. Facilities would include swimming pool, nine hole golf course with water to all greens, and a club house with pro shop dining and event spaces.
Community news from Denver and Tripoli Iowa covers upcoming facility signups at local shops, local visits and church services, birthday observances, and a Vietnam deployment for Loren Griese. Cedar-Wapsie all wrestling second team honors go to Jack McCallum, with note that the conference does not sponsor a wrestling tournament.
Transfers include Barton Townsend to Lawrence Whitcher and Robert Armentrout, with parcel details and $5.50 revenue. Robert E. Lee to John and Betty Peters Lot 11 Block 6 Home addition Waverly with $14.30 revenue. Kasemeier deeds and quit claims. Jefferson precinct caucus announced for March 4 at Denver Town Hall 8 p.m. Various property lines and revenues noted for several parcels in Janesville and Waverly.
The 45 member Tripoli Panther band traveled by bus to Mc Elroy Auditorium to perform at the Waterloo Black Hawks versus Rochester Mustangs hockey game. The Hawks won 4 0, with expenses covered by the Black Hawks. The band played about 40 minutes before and during intermissions, and an interview with THS principal Stanley Miller aired on KXEL.
A reader explains in practical terms why girls choose to wear yesterday's stockings. She cites self defense against male rough handling and economic reasons for reusing torn nylons, noting how one snag can ruin a pair and trigger daily wardrobe maneuvers.
The piece lists varied notions of happiness from blind dates and draft physical surprises to quirky odds and sports goals. It notes May 21 1968, beating Fredericksburg, sending five wrestlers to state, and reducing cavities as examples of happiness across environments and lives.
An editorial warns of Spring Fever as a seasonal dip in focus and appetite. It notes symptoms like daydreaming and missed assignments for students and teachers, plus remedies such as snapping to attention or concentrating on classwork.
Gene Dettmer of six miles west of Tripoli, born March 30, shows a lively nature as he hauls milk and enjoys pool and school activities. Clarence Bergmann of Independence, born December 6, 1949, plans USC Fayette library science, volunteers as a student librarian, and excels in speech and contests.
The text reflects on happiness as simple pleasures like eating chocolate and avoiding worries about pimples. It suggests happiness varies by person and includes a humorous note about writing features.
Report notes junior high boys and girls won against Turkey Valley on February 20. The item mentions injuries and incidents at school including Dennis Boeckmann's ankle, a wrestling room odor from dissecting class, and minor accidents during activities.
Feb tryouts announced for a swing show at THS with a bulletin board notice inviting dance groups and singing groups to perform on Thursday and Saturday Feb 17 and related activities. Auditions involve Mans and Audrey who participated in prior Tall Valley events at UNI. Cedar girls supported by Magnazi ensembles.
Kent Mueller and Gayle Westendorf of THS have been admitted with recognition by Iowa State University. Their records will show the notation, and a certificate will be presented at a future awards assembly.
A compiled set of student reflections includes Dale M aiming to ace a physics test Lizzie seeking happiness Lawrence G showcasing a signed diploma Debbie O pursuing a job Paul C missing a party Kris R worrying little Roger K earning English points Carma F worried only about valedictorian speech Kent M earning half a star Barb D eyeing next year’s basketball Roger L staying in school Ruth E’s friends learning to drive Paul A graduating Jenny D government class Karl E unsure where attending Sue P making the track team Dennis Z passing government Jane F surviving the school year Steve E finishing high school to start over Judy B not making National Honor Society Darrel M staying awake in English.
March 2 district speech event at Tripoli High School features THS students in oratory dramatic declamation reading poetry and one act play. Contest includes 260 students from Nora Springs Rock Valley Rockford and several other towns with judges from UNT and UIC.
A fragmented text by Diane B discusses beards and masculinity. It critiques beards as a barrier to romance, noting girls’ perspectives and awkward grooming tips. It presents humorous questions about kissing bubbles gum lighting cigarettes and social reactions to facial hair.
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