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Several days of tornado "alerts" in Marion County reached a climax Saturday with considerable damage reported at various localities. In general, the areas damaged were east and north of Marion and in the Cedar Point-Clements vicinity. Many tree limbs in Marion were blown down, but without extensive damage.

The wheat, barley and oats harvested in Marion County has been slowed considerably by rain and wind, but in general, conditions overall look very good. Early varieties of wheat that would be well into harvest by now, are still in fields due to wet grounds and moisture content. These conditions will bring many fields into harvest at about the same time, given a couple of drying days.

The Marion Board of Education has received notification that students from Dickerson School, south of Marion, will attend here this fall. The district voted not to continue school there.

Fred Suffield has taken time to trace his family tree back to the time of coming to America. He has learned that the land on which Baltimore and Washington, D.C., are located formerly belonged to his ancestors. It is a highly interesting history and Fred says he is making the record for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Miss Marilyn Kay Meierhoff, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Meierhoff, became the bride of Gary Eugene Hageberg, son of Mrs. Velma Hageberg of Burdick, at an impressive double-ring ceremony June 15 in the Methodist church in Marion.

Mrs. Clayton Hamm entertained a group of children at the park Thursday in honor of the fourth birthday of her daughter, Shirley Ann. Others present were Debbie and Jimmie Bell, Connie Hamm, Shirley and Kendall Helmer, Mark Carter, Eddie Hett and Joann Popp.

Beaston's Market this week is celebrating its 29th anniversary with a big two-day sale. Many attractive prizes are offered including a Sunbeam electric fry pan, aluminum ware, and a free gift with each $5 purchase. Free ham sandwiches and other refreshments will be served.

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