Mrs Howard Funk Honored Guest at Village Luncheon
Mrs. Joe Paul and three hostesses hosted a Wednesday afternoon party at the Paul home on South Seventh Street in compliment to Mrs. Howard Funk. A 1:30 luncheon was followed by sewing and social time. Guests included Mary Vaux Peter Monson B J Pannhuk Martin Lande Ralph French and many others with Nate Schryver invited but unable to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Paul
Hector O'Reily
Ray Taylor
Howard Funk
Paul
South Seventh Street
Central America talk at C I A dinner meeting
Thirty members attended the C I A dinner and meeting at city hall on Tuesday evening. A 7:00 PM dinner used St Patrick s decorations with green and white candles and plants as centerpieces. Father Keane spoke on Central America followed by a brief business meeting chaired by Mrs FE Stavros with committee members Mrs F J Kennedy Miss Clara Kennedy Miss Rose Anton Mrs Margaret Doyle and Mrs Norman Maine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick's
Keane
Central America
Roy Hoffman
Mason City
FE. G. Stavros
F. J. Kennedy
Clara Kennedy
Rose Anton
Margaret Doyle
Norman Maine
Homemaking Topic at Lincoln P T A Meeting
The Lincoln Parents Teachers Association schedules a Friday program at 3:00 PM in the recreation room. Mrs. D H Diamond and Mrs. W H Olson discuss Table Decorations For Children's Parties as the theme Homemaking outlines the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln P. T. A
D. H. Diamond
W. H. Olson
Initiation at local Pythian Sisters meeting
Mies Arnold Andersen and Mrs Ard Nephart were initiated in the local Pythian Sisters chapter Tuesday evening during the regular meeting. District deputy Mrs ele Pugh of Milford attended for inspection. The planned school of instruction was postponed. Thirty five members and four visitors from Emmetsburg attended. lunch was served by Mrs Lee Eveleth, Mrs Henrietta Smith, Mrs Adella Russell, and Mrs Ada Penn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies Arnold Andersen
Ard Nephart
Lee Eveleth
Henrietta Smith
Adella Russell
Ada Penn
Estherville Lutheran Sunday Schedule and Events
Sunday school at 10 a.m. Junior services led by Mrs. Walden at 11 a.m. Holy Communion at 7:30 p.m. Parsonage announcements Saturday 4 to 8 p.m. Choir practice 7:45 p.m. Lenten service Thursday 7:45 p.m. Guest speaker Pastor E A Grefthen of Milford. Confirmation class Saturday 9:30 a.m. Ladies aid next week Thursday. Hostesses listed. Pastor Knock s meetings at Graettinger through Friday. Waldorf choir concert Armstrong Sunday 3 p.m. Union State Line Lutheran services next Sunday 10:45 a.m. Lenten service tonight at Albert Knutson home. Luther League next Wednesday at Simon Knutson home. Confirmation class Wednesday 2:30 p.m. Adult class starts Friday 8:00 p.m. at the church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Grefthen
Milford
Ladies Aid
Victor Ingvall
Jacob Nasby
Orva Haines
E. M. Wogen
L. A. Math
Albert Knutson
Luther League
Simon Knutson
Ladies Host St Patrick Theme Social On South Seventh
Miss Eleanor Smith and Mrs Carl Smith host a Thursday evening gathering at their home on south Seventh street. Sewing will be the main activity with a lunch served at the end. Decorations feature green and white plants candles and seasonal centerpieces. Invited guests include Priscilla Booth Frances Long Harold Reed Ruby Hemmingson Annetta Wylder Maude Hamilton Carl Skog Ray Taylor Wm Clark Wm Young and Phil DeLong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Smith
Carl Smith
South Seventh Street
Priscilla Booth
Frances Long
Harold Reed
Ruby Hemmingson
Annetta Wylder
Maude Hamilton
Carl Skog
Ray Taylor
Wm. Clark
Wm. Young
Phil DeLong
Li' Abner Comes Alive on Screen at the Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre presents a film version of Li' Abner this Friday and Saturday starring Ganville Owen as Li Abner, Martha O'Driscoll as Daisy Mae, Mona Ray and Johnny Morris as Mammy and Pappy Yokum, with Buster Keaton as Lonesome Polecat. Albert S. Rogell directs Vogue Pictures RKO release.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Theatre
Li’ Abner
Tarzan of the Mountains
Daisy May
the Belle of Dogpatch
Little Mammy Yokum
Pappy
Lonesome Polecat
Cousin Delightful
Earthquake McGoon
Marryin
Sam
Hairless Joe
Wendy Wildcat
Hannibal Hoops
Lil Abner
America
Vogue Pictures
RKO
Ganville Owen
Martha O'Driscoll
Daisy Mae
Mona Ray
Johnnie Morris
Mammy
Pappy Yokums
Buster Keaton
Li' Abner
Albert S. Rogell
Field and Fireside: Orchard Dreams and Pickle Delights
A family column reflects on a growing orchard with multiple trees and a looming worry about a November storm, then shifts to seed catalogs, cucumbers, and pickles. The narrator ponders walnut trees, expresses garden ambitions, and recalls favorite Heinz pickles and Graskar crisp sweet pickles from Denmark, plus hopes to grow seeds locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
Degree of Honor Meeting and Local News Roundup
The Degree of Honor will meet Thursday evening in the 10 C F hall with officers and staff to convene at 7:00 PM for practice. Local items note Mrs Flarold Stevens returning to Lincoln after Minnesota travels, Alex Johnston filling Estherville Shoe during Carl Anderson’s absence, and purchases of Chrysler 78 Club Sedans by R N Barber and Dr P D Beatty. Also reported are Mack Peterson with a broken wrist, visits from Chas Bowler and Mrs Bowler, Roy Weir moving to Eldora, Mrs Carl Mickelson aiding in infant care Meredith, Beverly Stamp’s medical relocation from Iowa City for a brain tumor treatment, and a safety reminder to drive carefully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.F. Hall
Alex Johnston
Estherville
Carl Anderson
Emmetsburg
Beverly Ann Stamp
Floyd Lytle
Iowa City
Immanuel Lutheran Church Activities Schedule
Raymond M. Olson, Pastor, announces events including Ladies and meets on Thursday afternoon March 13. Hostesses are Mrs. A. K. Berven, Mrs. Arthur Hanson and Mrs. Jos. Brown. Choir practice Thursday 7 30. Confirmation class Saturday 1 30 at Clarence Hanson home. Luther League Sunday 8 p m. Mission Society Tuesday 7 30 p m March 18. Hostesses Lois Natterstad Doris Natterstad Lenora Hanson Darlene Hanson Lenora Hanson and Tilla Hanson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond M. Olson
A. K. Berven
Arthur Hanson
Jos. Brown
Clarence Hanson
Luther League
Mission Society
Lois
Doris Natterstad
Lenora
Darlene Hanson
Leora
Tilla Hanson
Sacred concert at Wallingford Lutheran Church
A Waldorf college choir will give a sacred concert next Sunday at 10 30 a m under Pastor Gaard. Prof J T Rendahl of Waldorf College Forest City Ind will give a short talk. An offering will be taken. Confirmation class meets Saturday at 9 a m and choir rehearsal Friday at 8 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldorf Choir
J. T. Rendahl
Waldorf College
Forest City
Less Than One Thirteen Seek Occupational Deferment
Lieut. Col. Robert J. Shaw notes that among 27 905 Iowa questionnaires for registrar classification only 2002 sought deferment, less than one in thirteen. About 1 353 were farmers, 212 in industry, with some skilled workers granted deferment while replacements would curb production. Deferments were refused for a saxophonist, a drummer, a beauty operator, a lawyer, a banker, and an embalmer’s apprentice. 90 appeals were filed. The town’s citizens show strong civic duty and democracy in action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert J. Shaw
State Selective Service Headquarters
Iowa
Cagney Caught Between Two Loves in The Strawberry Blonde
James Cagney stars in the Warner Bros comedy The Strawberry Blonde at the Grand Theatre on Sunday and Monday. He plays a charming man torn between Rita Hayworth and Olivia de Havilland with Jack Carson and others in support as witty romance and humor unfold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Cagney
Two Honeys
Olivia de Haviland
Rita Hayworth
Warner Bros
Grand Theatre
Cagney
Rita
Olivia
Jack Carson
Alan Kale
George Tobias
Safety as a personal daily concern in American press
A columnist highlights AP bureau chief Cy Douglass noting safety as big news since it affects every citizen. He argues safety is a personal matter, a public priority, and should guide daily behavior from walking to driving to prevent fatalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cy Douglass
Associated Press
Mr. Douglass
World News
Frank's Place Triumphs To Narrow Lead In League
Frank's Place edged closer to the league lead by winning three straight from Motor Supply, while Elks Kegters retained upper hand with Howards Cut Rate. Warrington led scoring with 225 for the Packers and Mason posted 222 for Junior College Faculty. Doud set league triple records with 622, Warrington 690 second, Mauss 228 third.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank
Elks Kegters
Elkstook
Howards
Packers
Gardston
Sidles
Hamm
Betsy Ross
Daily News
Warrington
Ma~son
Mauss
Doud
Elks
Co Operation Urged With Draft Boards By Selective Service Director
Selective Service Director Charles H Grah emphasizes registrants cooperate with local boards to speed processes and benefit the registrant. He urges immediate address updates, careful questionnaire completion, and consulting advisory boards for guidance. An appeals agent is available to aid registrants in challenging classifications. Local boards in Iowa praised for understanding and sympathy, fostering mutual cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Grah
Grah
Towa
Green and White St Patrick Supper Menu Ideas
A festive guide to planning a St Patrick themed supper with a green and white color scheme. Includes party tips, decorations, and two buffet menus featuring Irish dishes like Pigs in Blankets and Shamrock Rolls, plus recipe for Plac a Blankets sausage pastries.
Pedestrian Fatalities Drive Auto Death Toll in 1940
Nationwide analysis from 48 states shows pedestrians caused about 48 percent of automobile deaths in December 1940 with 1346 killed. Men 25 to 64 lead deaths. women 28 to 64 show high mortality. children 6 to 14 at risk. Most deaths occurred after dark. unsafe crossing and intersections cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Safety Education Department of
A&ina Casualty & Surety Company
Ahan
Thay Cout Ued
Toy
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Emil C. Andreasen
Jens H. Andreasen
Ringsted
Myra Carrie Andersen
S. M. Andersen
South Walnut Lutheran Church
Verner N. Carlsen
Lohengren
Jorgen C. Larsen
Verner Carlsen
Viola Hansen
Marian Duhn
Ard Cleo Andreasen
Jolene Duhn
Dale Lucas
Arnold Andreasen
Arlo
Albert Duhn
Armstrong
Ringsted High School
Dorothy Perrin
Maye Case
Washington
J. E. Wilson
Delma
Artie
QW AL Tungsvirk
Bhemas
Lloyd al Fprefericssen
Wee Mes
F. Joe Robbins
Shenandoah
Henry Field Store
B. Oksner
Zelda
Twin Cities
Mr. Oksner
S&l
Frank Larson
Omaha
Firestone Tire & Rubber Company
Merrill Robb
Estherville Livestock Company
Cc. D. A
Lincoln
U.S.A
Estherville Lutheran
L. A. Mathre
B. O. Walden
Union State Line Lutheran
SMITH
Herriet Hill
R. N. Barber
West Bend
Dr. P. D. Beatty
Mallard
Albert Heywood
Motor Inn
Mack Peterson
Chas. Bowler
Oakfield
Wis
Leon Pratt
Bowler
Pratt
Dean Osmundson
Geast Guard
Roy Weir
Eldora
Carl Mickelson
Jackson
Wilbur Mickelson
Meredith
V.R
Immanuel Lutheran
Wallingford Lutheran A. K. Gaard
Estherville Pack
Frank's
L, Johinson
D. Jonsson
Gutenauer
Erickson
Lux
R. Reuland
Bitner
G. Reuland
Badgley
Sande
Kirlia
Bringle
Mason Seve
Starr
Palmer Ceeseecoees
iBlind Secessseeeeees
Sidles Grocery
Osmundson
Belair
Bacon
Howard
Knutson Seee
Elks Club Baier
Nelson Peaeeeee
Tate
Brinkman
Totel
Draft Board
Marie Gifford
Old Erin
St. Patrick
Egach Symbot
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