16 Apr 1936
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1936
Page
1
The Megister Tribune lists publisher Ray A. Smith and subscription rates of 1 year two dollars six months one dollar and three months fifty cents. It is published every Thursday at Akron Town and is entered as second class mail matter Sept 26 1901.
Special correspondence from Milnerville notes Easter Sunday dinner at the Cassen farm in Sioux City relatives visiting First Presbyterian church attendance and family gatherings. Reports on neighbors Milner family health restrictions lifting. local travel to Akron and Chicago. theft of fancy chickens near Plymouth Woodbury line. ongoing spring farm work, rains needed, and various visits by Hathaway, Beaulieu, Cassen, and Logan families.
Special correspondence details Miss Caro Lilly teaching at Maurice visiting her parents Mr and Mrs H B Lilly. L V Gant spends time on his ranch near Platte 8 D. The family will remain here until the close.
Thousands of bushels of misbranded seed potatoes have been condemned by Iowa inspectors. State officials say blue tags and the word certified on uncertified potatoes violate state law. The act aims to ensure proper labeling and certification for seed potato quality.
M A Kramer director of student activities at National Business Training Sioux City spoke to Westfield High last Friday on exploring multiple perspectives. He urged students to examine opposing sides of important questions rather than accepting a single view. Softball season opens with warm weather.
Iowa extension economists report legume and forage seed prices are notably lower than last spring as farmers buy to qualify for soil conservation and soil-building payments under the new farm program. Prices mid March show declines across clover, alfalfa, lespedeza, and other seeds amid eased shortages from the 1934 drouth recovery.
Iowa Department of Agriculture tests show seed corn germination as low as 3.5 percent with only a small share of samples fit for planting. Secretary Ray Murray warns against planting this year without thorough testing. Grass seeds, especially alfalfa and clovers, show generally good quality. Buy only properly labeled seed with high germination and purity, free of primary noxious weeds.
Governor Clyde L. Herring proclaims Conservation Week for April 19 to 25 and Arbor Day on April 24. Officials urge programs by clubs and schools, promote tree planting, and teach forestry. Arbor Day originated in Nebraska in 1872 under J. Sterling Morton. Observance ideas include school yard plantings, exhibits, and hikes to learn about local trees and parks. The piece also critiques New Deal agriculture figures and political remarks, urging home spending.
R B Hess of Kingsley Iowa announces Republican bid for State Senator from the 46th District covering Cherokee Ida and Plymouth counties subject to June primary voters. He pledges untiring efforts for the good of all if nominated and elected.
Dr Winfred Mighell declares candidacy on the Democratic ticket for State Senator from the 46th district comprising Cherokee Ida and Plymouth counties, subject to voters at the June 1 1936 primary election.
Albert L. Crabtree of LeMars Iowa announces his candidacy for Plymouth County Sheriff subject to the will of Republican voters at the June primary. He urges party support and cites readiness to serve in law enforcement.
Lots 1 2 and E. 11 ft of 3 Block 29 Akron Iowa to be sold Saturday April 25 1936 at 2 pm Known as the Thode home and later the Pelroy home See Akron Savings Bank for details Also typewriting paper and fresh typewriter ribbons for sale at Register Tribune office Our prices are right Patronize home merchants Try the Want Ad Column.
A promotional note urges readers to subscribe to the Register-Tribune and the Pathfinder, offering both papers for a year at 2.35. It promises weekly updates locally, in Washington, and worldwide, and offers a Pathfinder sample upon request. It also mentions old newspapers for sale at the office.
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