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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1968
Page
4
Cards express thanks from the families of Marsh M. Bull and Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kallenbach for sympathy, cards, gifts, and anniversary memories. Adolph Mohling also thanks neighbors and friends for help with corn and meal service.
The report lists numerous social visits and guests across households in Cedar Falls and nearby towns. Notable entries include Greg Wilson and Gary Van Brocklin visiting the Ada McConkey and Chester Pals homes, and Mrs. Ada McConkey attending the funeral of Mrs. George Tubbs in Alpha last Monday afternoon.
The Brandenburg-Krueger Auxiliary met at the post home with 10 members present. Reports were read and funds sent to several hospitals and the national home for Christmas aid, plus a donation to the Tripoli Community Chest. A dinner was approved over the usual party, with a committee organizing. Betty Biermann served as hostess.
The Tripoli Jaycee Ettes gathered November 4 at the VFW Home with Mrs. Daniel Ambrose as hostess. New member Mrs. Richard Sprague joined and several Summer Jaycee Ettes attended as guests. A Christmas party for special education classes at the school was set for December 18. Eye screening for junior high students was scheduled for November 15 and 16. The next meeting is December 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW Home with Mrs. Martin Drewis hosting.
Hubert Humphrey carried seven counties Carroll Polk Monroe Wapello Des Moines Johnson and Dubuque in Iowa. Nixon won the state by about 140000 votes about 53 percent with Wallace at nearly 6 percent and turnout around 1.2 million.
Iowa banks led agricultural credit at the start of 1968, providing 1 032 million in loans, up 11 percent from the year before. Production loans totaled 915 million, with 117 million in farm mortgages, while life insurers held 482 million and other lenders held smaller shares. Bankers highlight strong credit demand and improved lending programs as farm equity remains at a satisfactory level nationally.
Mr. Giese emphasized close cooperation between farmers and banks to boost farm finances. He noted nine of ten insured banks nationwide hold agricultural loans, with all Iowa banks extending credit to farmers.
Denver High School announces the first nine week honor roll. Two juniors Sharon Heidemann and Susan Wente earned all A's. Many seniors, juniors, sophomores and freshmen achieved B average or higher, with numerous named individuals across classes.
Kathy Blasberg Carol Bremer Sherri and Jan Bergmann and Pastor and Mrs A C Koengeter attended Wartburg College Little Theatre in Waverly Sunday and saw two Genesis plays Cain and The Shepherd.
In a decisive session, Iowa lawmakers approve five amendments. The vote covers ag sessions and home and town items, shaping apportionment and legislative processes. Civil and fiscal provisions are part of the package, with broad support across chambers.
The Rev Keith Se A C Koenger, successor to Dr. of Edinburgh, preaches at Madison Church in Waverly as part of its religious program. The announcement notes his past roles and publishing activity in sermons.
Fragmented text from Palo Alto Iowa references a historical election pattern, mentioning Palo Alto County, Silver Lake, and a 1896 presidential context. It alludes to vote counts or ships and mentions Humphrey, suggesting a past political result or record in the county.
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