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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1969
Page
8
County Extension Director through Dale Shires notes food price increases trail overall consumer items. Gene Futrell of Iowa State University reports food costs up 26.7 percent since 1957 59, while all consumer prices rose 28.2 percent, with groceries up 23 percent and dining out rising too.
Futrell reports food price rises in restaurants and drive ins by 44.8 percent due to higher marketing costs and services. He notes families spend under 20 percent of income on food, far less than Europe, and cites disposable income gaps between farm and nonfarm households in 1968.
Weight watchers comparing toppings note imitation non dairy varieties have more carbs than real whipped cream. Calorie counts equal weight for weight and labels refer to level tablespoons. Trimming fat on meat helps, but cooking methods like broiling roasting and braising reduce calories and weight.
Monday features Wieners and baked potatoes with buttered peas and carrots. Tuesday offers Goulash with carrot sticks and black raspberry Jello. Wednesday serves Maidrites with buttered corn. Thursday presents Broiled beefburger and mashed potatoes. Friday offers American spaghetti and tuna and peanut butter sandwiches. All meals include milk and bread or dessert.
The passage advises drying meat with paper towels to cut calories and choosing leaner ground meat for ham burgers and hamburger dishes to lower fat content. It suggests that using less fat reduces overall calorie intake.
The piece recalls a shift from formal approval processes to unsolicited credit card invitations arriving from banks, oil companies, and stores. It advises destroying offers if not intended for use, noting the change in how credit is extended.
The Tripoli FTA invites participation for a busy year led by supervisor Mrs. Rickenburg. Individuals willing to contribute are urged to join, especially those interested in teaching. The group meets on the second Monday of each month. attendance is encouraged to see if it fits.
Roving reporter collects student and staff ideas for a hypothetical 25th hour. Mary R desires a longer morning sleep while other responses include sewing or leisure. Sumner note mentions class rings arriving around September 25 for the junior class.
Mr. Richard Waller joins THS as Business Law and Consumer Economics instructor. A Marcus Iowa native, he graduated from UNI and taught at Price Laboratory School Cedar Falls. In his first full year he enjoys football and basketball and recalls forgetting to put paper in the typewriter during a demonstrati on.
During class meetings on September 3 candidates were chosen for homecoming queen and three attendants. Primary results will be voted by secret ballot on September 22 during 6th period with Student Council tally the next day. Final results announced at Thursday bonfire.
Readers criticize last year’s Panther Tale for quieting student opinions. The editor responds promising fair treatment and broader student input while noting one letter will be held for possible future social consultant.
Thursday September 18 Girls Softball at South Winn at 4 15 p m Junior class meets during first period Magazine Drive begins Friday September 19 Pep Rally for Senior High at 3 25 Football game Fredericksburg at 7 30 Saturday September 20 Girls Softball Sectionals start Monday September 22 JV Football at Denver at 7 00 p m
In a junior high setting, David Harrs and Scott Blasberg faced separation for talking, while Scott continued chatting with a fly. Duane Meihost dropped a pen and Monty Bergmann stepped on it, adding a new color to Mrs. Mattke’s English room floor. The 7A girls report a purse snatcher and Laura K., Debbie K., and Kim P. caught Joe S. red handed.
The report notes increasing card theft incidents reducing usable cards for consumers. Authorities urge vigilance and security upgrades to curb losses and protect cardholders.
The staff invites student and faculty input for the new Panther's Tale. A suggestion box in the library welcomes letters and feedback to improve the paper this year.
The Minor Majority held a meeting with eight members. at least twelve are needed. Calling girls with spare time who enjoy modern dance to try out for the drill team. The team you belong on may be the DRILL TEAM.
A THS observer reports that varsity cheerleaders require students to contact them before presenting pep skits. The effort aims to coordinate school spirit displays and ensure approved performances.
The hallways reel from a heat impacted start to the new term as students and staff cope with high temperatures. Teachers like Mr. Samuelson and Mr. Ferree joke about sweating and cooling gear while seniors mull farewell and juniors step up in cheerleading and sports roles.
Last week Tripoli High School students spent four days taking ITED tests known as the Iowa Tests for Educational Development. Advisers and teachers use results to gauge progress and identify slower areas, guiding educational plans and help with school work. The ITED series was developed by educators and psychologists and millions of students have taken them over many years.
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