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Wed
28
Jun

Louis and Betty Rolfs to observe birthdays

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Louis and Betty Rolfs, Lorraine, will celebrate their 180th birthday (Louis will be 90 1/2 and Betty will be 89 1/2) with a 180th Birthday Celebration and informal buffet supper served from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, July 8, at Fellowship Hall of the Lorraine First Baptist Church.

Louis Rolfs and Betty Melchert Rolfs have spent more than 68 years together in the Lorraine community.

Hosts for the event are their five children: Jan Miko, Vancouver, British Columbia; Jack Rolfs, Salina; Sue Boldrick, Louisville, Ky.; Scott Rolfs, Bushton; and Jean Rolfs, Little Rock, Ark.

They have 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.   

The family welcomes you to the birthday celebration.

No gifts, please.

Wed
28
Jun

Marian Small to mark 100th birthday

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Marian Simpson Small will celebrate her 100th birthday July 8.

Mrs. Small resides in Salina where she's lived most of her life. She was married to cattleman Preston Simpson from 1935 until his death in 1965.
In 1971 she married Orison Small and moved to Holyrood, Kan. He died in 2001. She remained a resident of Holyrood until 2013 when she returned to Salina to be closer to family.

She will be honored with a surprise open house hosted by her family from 2-4 p.m. July 8 at 542 Crestwood Road., Salina, Kan.

No gifts are requested. Cards may be sent to 1311 Faith Dr., No. 27, Salina, Kan. 67401.

Wed
28
Jun

Neva Chastain to celebrate 90 years

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Neva (Peck) Chastain and Nina (Peck) Poplinger will celebrate their 90th birthdays July 6. They were born July 6, 1927 near Greensburg, Kan., to Ellis and Nettie (Shuck) Peck.  
 

Neva lives in Ellsworth, Kan. and Nina lives in Texas.

Neva's family invites you to attend a birthday open house for her from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, July 9, in The Pines Apartments Common Room, 811 Elizabeth St., Ellsworth, Kan. 67439.

Wed
28
Jun

Justin Palmer Ordained a Catholic Priest

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Story and Photos By Karen Bonar

Justin Palmer, from rural Lucas, was ordained a Catholic priest on Saturday, June 3, 2017, at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina, Kan. Bishop Edward Weisenburger ordained him along with Ryan McCandless from Wichita and Leo Blasi from Abilene.

This was the first time in the last 55 years, since 1962, that the Salina Diocese ordained as many as three priests. That year Fr. Justin Palmer’s great uncle, Fr. Maurice Ptacek, was ordained.

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Wed
21
Jun

Sentimental Journey

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By Kurtis Gaston

It was a step of faith in a world wrecked by war and uncertainty.

He had completed 50 bombing missions over Europe as the waist gunner and later an upper turret gunner in a B-17. He was stationed at Boeing Field in Seattle, awaiting possible reassignment to the Pacific and B-29’s.

Living through one tour of duty in Europe meant you beat the odds. Another tour, with the possibility of bombing Japan itself, might be stretching his luck.

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Wed
14
Jun

Reunion

Peirano Family

The 16th biannual reunion of the Gus and Lena Peirano family was held at noon, Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the Wilson Senior Center.

These attending were welcomed by Diane Crawford, who along with her husband, Charles, hosted the day.

A bounteous table of food was served after the blessing led by Stan Ptacek. A video of past reunions was shown. The photos were made by Robert Graf, who did a wonderful job of combing them. He also photographed this group.

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Wed
14
Jun

Watering tips for garden and household plants

By Michelle Buchanan

We all know plants need water, but how much and how often is generally the big question. Some areas have had saturated or near-saturated soils for several weeks now. Gardeners often assume that watering won’t be needed for quite some time as soil moisture levels are very high. Actually, watering may be needed much sooner than you expect.

Excessive rain can drive oxygen out of the soil and literally drown roots. Therefore, as we enter hotter, drier weather, the plants with damaged root systems may be very susceptible to a lack of water. Don’t forget to check your plants for signs of wilting or leaf scorching and water as needed. If irrigation is called for, water deeply and infrequently. Usually once per week is sufficient depending on the weather. Soil should be moist but not waterlogged.

Wed
07
Jun

Allene Hogan celebrating 91st birthday

Allene Hogan will celebrate her 91st birthday June 20. Her family invites you to shower her with cards.
She is a resident at Ave Maria Village in Jamestown, N.D.  If you would like to send a greeting, her address is 3351 87th Ave. SE, Jamestown, N.D., 58401.

Wed
07
Jun

Plan for marriage as much as the wedding

By Jamie Rathbun

The month of June is often referred to as the Month of Marriage.

Let’s spend some time focusing on the truth of marriage and what research shows.

True or False: Living together before marriage is a good way to make sure your relationship is right for marriage — False.

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