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10 YEARS AGO

2015

Brendan Anderson, undergoing chemo treatments, got an exciting visit from Vikings players, John Sullivan and Kyle Rudolph.

The railroad from Tyndall to Yankton has been getting worked on.

Wounded Soldier and Corey Briest, to speak at Avon's Vets Day Program.

Lady Pirates get a first round bye.

35 YEARS AGO

1990

Pumpkin colored trash bags have hit big this year. Fill with your leaves and decorate at the same time.

Lyle and Marcia Tolsma returned to Rapid City after spending time with her father at the hospital.

Funeral services were held for Ramia Boersma at Springfield.

Bonnie Namminga and Scott Meiers were married Sept. 8th in Springfield.

A bridal shower honoring Jolene Janssen was held at the Danzig Church.

Avon Locker Specials: Beef roast - 59 cents a pound, 2 lbs. of ground beef - $1.25, 3 loaves of bread - 98 cents, jumbo head of lettuce - 19 cents.

56 YEARS AGO

1969

The Avon Chamber held a banquet for Emma Weidenbach who celebrated 50 years in business.

Funeral services were held for Earl Ridgway, age 52, in Springfield.

85 YEARS AGO

1940

Avon will hold Armistice Day Program on Nov. 11th at the HS Auditorium.

Mary Pier will play the supporting role in the play at Yankton College.

Charles Vesper is home on furlough from the US Marines at CA.

109 YEARS AGO

1916

Corn husking is in full swing.

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Schotanus are the parents of twin boys born November 1st.

Mr. Ernest Kibble and Grace Luke were married on October 28th.