12 Mar 1959
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1959
Page
1
A guide explains 4 H poultry as an economic and honors path with possible scholarships. It compares costs of calves to poultry, notes entry deadline April 15 and minimum projects of 50 broilers or 75 pullets, and urges proper management from farrowing to pig creep temperatures. It also advertises printing services from the Register Tribune.
Union County Extension Agents discuss oat varieties Garry Burnett Rodney Minhafer and potential silage use. They preview upcoming Weed and Pest Control Conference and a Brookings boat sale while inviting readers to stop by the office. Want ads are noted as productive with a quip about youth.
The 1959 Easter Seal drive began March 9 with mail distribution of Seals to homes and runs through March 29. County chairman Mrs. F A Lauters notes 1958 was the most successful year and urges continued giving to support local care and rehabilitation for crippled children and other handicapped residents. Seals aid 90 percent stay in Iowa with the rest supporting a national program.
The American Finance Conference reports nearly 90 percent of inter-city travel is by auto and over 80 percent of trips over 100 miles are by car, highlighting widespread dependence on personal vehicles for long-distance journeys.
A reprinted Wisconsin Conservation Bulletin note warns that over the next decade or two fierce water rights battles loom. It suggests coastal and inland stakes may affect recreation and access, urging vigilance to defend practical water use.
In 1948 about 54 percent of all families owned automobiles, per the American Finance Conference and the national association of independent sales finance companies. By 1958 ownership climbed to 75 percent, with about 12 percent owning two or more cars.
Classified note urges readers to seize opportunities by placing a Register Tribune want ad. Emphasizes quick, effective exposure for selling items or services through a trusted local newspaper platform.
Fresh supply of typewriter and copying paper available for sale at the Register Tribune office. Limited stock, first come basis.
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