Dec. 19, 2003

NEWS: A literacy program at the Calvary Family Center was helping about 20 students improve their reading skills.

SPORTS: The Gaels wrestling squad beat Pocahontas Area 36-33.

Dec. 19, 1988

NEWS: The Fort Dodge Area Mothers of Twins Club made a holiday visit to the Tompkins Health Center at Friendship Haven.

SPORTS: The L.A. Rams beat the San Francisco 49ers 38-16.

Dec. 19, 1963

NEWS: Stan Callicott of Stan’s Card & Party Shop was elected chairman of the Associated Retailers of Fort Dodge for 1964.

SPORTS: Ole Oleson bowled a 699 series in the Ridgewood Classic league.