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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1972
Page
4
Five homeowners in the Tri Poli area may have their homes restyled with all wood grained U S Vinyl siding from Monsanto vinyls. The maintenance free product promises 30 year guarantee insulation and fire protection and offers a free household gift for early participation.
Twenty-five women attended a bridal shower for Jane Rathbone at the Lester Peters home on Tuesday evening May 9. Co-hostess was Mrs. Duane Judisch. Bridal games and lunch were part of the event. Rathbone will marry Rick Wittenburg at Faith United Church of Christ in Tripoli at 6 30 PM on June 16.
Jean Kerr and DeAnn Ellerman emerge as notable seniors in Tripoli High School with rich musical ties. Kerr, born April 26, 1954, shines in Mixed Chorus and Girls Glee while pursuing government and arts. Ellerman, born July 3, 1954, leads in Concert Band and Blues Band, participates in journalism, and offers leadership through songs and quotes.
Wanted part time farm work after 5 pm on weekdays and after 12 on Saturdays and weekends. Contact Carol Stahlhut at 882-3257.
Students must return all books and pay fines by May 17 1972 to aid library inventory and improve service for the next school year. Prompt compliance helps library staff prepare for the inventory and future operations.
Linda Buenger Heine and others recognized at the University of Iowa for Honors Status as University Merit Scholars. They receive a freshman year tuition credit. Several State of Iowa Scholars, including Gerald and Karla, were named.
A Des Moines Register and Tribune carrier reflects on nearly seven years delivering papers. He notes early rising, harsh winters, and growing routes, then advises starting a route in spring or summer for better conditions and income. He describes seasonal perks, collection challenges, and the shift to car delivery in rain.
The commercial department honors Mary Schmidt for exceptional service to the 1971 and 1972 THS Yearbooks. As editor for two years she provided leadership and extensive time and effort beyond school hours in producing the publications.
Doris O Connell receives an Alumni Merit Award from the Alumni Service of the University of Northern Iowa for superior high school grades and strong state test performance. The honor aims at students planning to attend UNI and follows a late notice to the student body.
A former paperboy describes a frightening encounter on his route when a figure appeared at the door. He was bitten by a dog twice and later discovered the visitor was his own reflection in a wall mirror. He credits the route with teaching sales, money skills, and self discipline.
The writer recalls joining the school newspaper staff and the challenges of editing The Panther's weekly issues. Limited periods and few cooperative reporters hinder publication while balancing homework and sports events. The piece reflects on leadership, politics, and doubts about continuing the publication next year.
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