03 Jan 1963
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1963
Page
1
The Akron Register-Tribune lists subscription rates: $2.50 per year, six months $1.25 in Mymouth Sioux and Woodbury counties Iowa and Union County Maryland. $3.00 per year elsewhere.
Special correspondence notes Christmas visits among Moffatts Harringtons and Lillys in Westfield and nearby towns. It reports hospital stays, family meals, and social gatherings, plus church news from Westfield Congregational and Centennial Methodist Church, including work camp memories and greetings from Rev. George C. Rice.
A historic Akron Register item recalls events from 1912 to 1992 including births, marriages, deaths and local happenings. Notable entries mention a 25th wedding anniversary, a Bank of Brunsville burglary in 1922, a council skating rink project, and weather notes. The piece preserves names, dates, places, and community milestones from Akron and surrounding towns.
An American industry review notes the electric snow thrower crafted for regular home use and priced under 100 dollars. It runs on household current, resists moisture, weighs under 85 pounds, and throws a 16 inch path without stalling. Adjustable heights and a wall-hanging handle enhance convenience as the market anticipates strong reception this winter. Plus a health note urges balanced dieting and regular moderate exercise for weight loss.
County Extension Director Arlie A. Pierson and Iowa State University seed lab head L. E. Everson urge sellers to obtain complete official seed tests under the Federal Seed Act. A full test includes purity analysis, noxious weed check, and germination, applicable to soybeans, oats, and clover.
New 1963 motor vehicle plates described as red reflectorized numerals on white. Sales vary by mail or direct county treasurer. Deadline March 30. sale cannot start before January 2. Applicants must provide original title or yellow title copy, plus two other items.
The article notes renewal certificates and test slips for license plates, explains the county prefix system using 62 for Union County, and mentions 1963 plates produced at the state penitentiary in Sioux Falls. It then covers budget hearings with requests totaling 221 million versus 148 million current, remarks on education aid and plans for two-year junior colleges, and includes family thanks and gardening advice for spring seeding.
To reduce heating bills, lower the thermometer about seven degrees before bed or when away. If using a forced warm air furnace, keep the blower on to circulate warm air. Improve insulation, seal windows and doors, and weatherstrip to trap heat inside. Compare bills with neighbors and have a contractor check your heating system.
Don Cunningham reflects on how times of hardship foster kinship while periods of wealth erode it. He notes a drift toward self interest, fewer four cylinder friends, and a renewed need for neighborly help. The piece ends with a gracious sale notice from Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schneider of Akron, Iowa, and Phoenix, Arizona.
Public probate notice states that on December 19 1969 a will for Mabel A Lilly deceased was filed in Plymouth County District Court. A final proof and hearing are set for January 22 1963 at 10:00 a.m. to probate the will with interested parties able to appear and contest. E F Remer Clerk and Velmar Dreckman Deputy Attorney listed. Publication dates December 27 1962 and January 13 1963.
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