Time Machine: Time Machine Trip to September 1967

September 1, 1967

Marine Pvt. Dennis N. Meinert and Marine Pvt. Ralph L. Seefeldt, both of Kaukauna completed basic training and combat condition simulated training at Camp Pendleton, California.

Bob Geenen of Kaukauna was named Mid Vallee Golf Champion after he fired a 37 followed by a 41 to defeat Carl Newhouse in an 18-hole playoff last Saturday.

The Seventh Annual Bishop’s Charities Game held at Lambeau Field betted the Catholic Diocese of Green Bay $53,000. The Packers upended the Pittsburgh Steelers 31 to 20.

September 6, 1967

Congratulations to the Times staff members were received recently by Sister Beata, now residing in New Berlin. A former teacher at St. Mary’s Sister Beata was lavish in her praise of the picture of former students in a recent issue.

Airman Michael R. Weber, Kaukauna, has been selected for technical training as a communications-electrics specialist at Keesler AFB, Mass.

September 8, 1967

The Kaukauna Common Council voted 9-1 Thursday night to establish a full-time mayor post for the 1968 election. The action concurs with an advisory referendum earlier this year in which, the majority of, the voters indicated they wanted this change. Alderman Rogers pointed out that the complexities of today's city government required the services of a full-time mayor, and that the lack of time of a part-time mayor was a big point. Many projects would be completed or more action taken on them if the chief executive could devote more time on them. This would also provide better management for the city.

The Green Bay Packers have one more opportunity to sharpen their skills in an exhibition game before getting down to the serious business of beginning their drive for an unprecedented third straight World Championship. The Packers will meet the New York Giants tonight at Lambeau Field. The Packers will get their first look at an old nemesis in a new uniform as they try to stop the passing and running game of Fran Tarkenton.

The KHS Ghosts have been busy this week preparing for their season opener against Abbot Pennings of DePere Saturday. There are several gaps by injuries to key personnel according to head coach Harry Wilson. Bill Verhagen, an All-Conference linebacker last season will miss the first two games due to a knee injury. Allgeyer will be out for 15 days with a jammed wrist, Marty Van Zeeland is out with a shoulder separation and Tom Seggelink is doubtful.

September 13, 1967

Lyle Fink, this year’s Schut King, is pictured wearing the traditional cape. The bird was downed on the 616^th shot fired in the Schut.

The Hollandtown Golden Raiders ran up against a much larger team, St. Mary’s of Milwaukee, and were defeated 24-0. This is the first loss for the Raiders. Coach Bob Wurdinger was proud of his team. “The kids never fell apart out there and gained a lot of valuable experience”.

Yeoman Third Class Robert Kreikamp, Kimberly, has returned to San Diego, Cal. After participation in the joint Army-Navy operation “Coral Sands Two”.

Two Young Kaukauna men were ordered to report to active duty in September by the U.S. Army. They are Michael C. Van Asten and Gary L. Ritchie.

September 15, 1967

Michael Andrews, Janet Driessen and Dale Schuh of Kaukauna are among a group of special scholarship holders at Lawrence University, Appleton.

September 22, 1967

The Ghost volleyball team opened their season Tuesday night downing Appleton West by a two to one margin in the varsity match and a complete sweep of the junior varsity play.

September 27, 1967

Kaukauna has a new water wheel and stone mill, it being a replica of an earlier one former mayor Lewis F. Nelson had built many years ago on the grounds of the old Badger Tissue Mills. Ceremonies Saturday afternoon dedicated the replica of an old-fashioned water wheel to the memory of the late Lewis F. Nelson, twice mayor of Kaukauna, 1937-40 and 1942-46, "for his untiring efforts in the preservation of the Grignon Home and his efforts in preserving the historic and natural beauties of Kaukauna," as a plaque, soon to be placed near the mill, will read. The water wheel and mill are located near the fourth lock of the government canal, and the famed Grignon Home.

Airman Second Class Kevin Foster, Kimberly, is on duty at Phu Cat AB, Vietnam. Airman Foster is a security policeman.

Richard Berkers, Kaukauna Jaycee President, is shown presenting young Michael Alger with a plaque and savings bond for his heroic act of saving his mother’s life after her clothing caught afire by pulling the burning clothing from her.

Homecoming Queen and Court