65 Years Ago
October 1954
Approximately 150 delegates and visitors opened the 53rd convention of the Second District Federation of Womens Clubs here yesterday. The sessions continued through today, closing with a luncheon at noon at the First Methodist Church. Mrs. C.E. Russell of Iola was general chairman.
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Iolas newest recreational facility, a 15-acre projected lake near the shale mound in Bassett, is finally on the way to becoming a reality. Water from a Lehigh fire hydrant started flooding the area Saturday. If Elm Creek keeps flowing, the pumping will continue until the area has a depth of about four feet. When the process is complete, the general public will be invited to use the lake for boating, skating or fishing.
