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Yesteryears-July 12 and 13

July 12, 1950 Altoona military draft boards 32 and 33, Attorney Robert W. Anthony chairman of board 33, were awaiting the quotas or number of men the military required drafted due to the outbreak of the Korean War. July 12, 1975 The Loretto, private railroad car of steel magnate Charles ...

Cresson library sets programs

The Cresson Public Library has something for everyone this summer. Pop-Up Craft Days: On Tuesdays, July 8 and 22, children can stop by the library to make themed DIY crafts. All materials and instructions are provided for these DIYs on the table in the children’s section. The Joy Drummers: ...

‘Mrs. Roper Romp’ to be held July 11

‘Mrs. Roper Romp’ to be held July 11 “Mrs. Roper Romp of Blair County” will be held Friday, July 11, beginning at 5 p.m. at Zmac’s Riverside Pub, 118 River Road, Hollidaysburg. Come dressed in your colorful caftans, and bling up your outfit with stylish and colorful earrings and ...

Women’s club presents art awards

The Women’s Club of Altoona again this year recognized outstanding art students from Altoona Area High School and Bishop Guilfoyle Academy. The ceremony, attended by the students, parents, club members and guests, was held at the clubhouse in the spring. Ron Bowser from AAHS introduced his ...

Armed Forces Mothers

The U.S. Armed Forces Mothers participated in the Memorial Day Parade in Bellwood. Participating in the parade were (from left): front row –– Jerry Courtney, Helen Hoover, Patty Davis, President. Mary Courtney, Silke Hoover, Gela Taylor; back row — Vickie Misko and Karen McGraw. Courtesy photo

Yesteryear-July 5 and 6

Local news on this date: July 5, 1950 A weeklong cooking clinic was being held at the Montgomery-Ward Store in downtown Altoona conducted by Mr. T. Sustek, who was also to give lessons in canning. July 5, 1975 The Little Red Schoolhouse on a boat owned by Mr. and Mrs. Don Witters of Altoona ...