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Akron Register Tribune

Location

Akron, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 18, 1958

Page

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Harvest Supper at Westfield Congregational Church

Westfield residents are invited to the annual Harvest Supper in the social rooms of the Westfield Congregational church on Thursday October 2 starting at 5:30 p m. Prices: Adults 1 25, children 10 and under 50 cents. Various local residents and guests were noted at recent social gatherings and visits in the area including Akerman and Skogsberg families and Lake Okoboji outings.

Westfield Westfield Congregational Church Ellen Akerman Floyd Akerman Colorado Berg Albert Hummel L. P Join Walter Benson James Wilder J. P. Benson Oscar Johnson Sioux City

Iowa music teachers announce October 10 student piano auditions

The Iowa Music Teachers Association announces Northwest District student piano auditions in Spencer and Sioux City on October 10 for Intermediate Junior High and High School levels. Each student has ten minutes to perform memorized pieces. judge J Earl Lee will rate performances and merit certificates go to top ratings. District winners advance to state finals October 11 in Sioux City. Rudolph Ganz will judge state finals and name state winners for the convention program October 12 and 13. District Chair Florence Primmer leads registrations with assistants Elma Jewett and Mildred Sweet. Officers are Robert M. Larson president Alvin Edgar vice president Olive Barker secretary and treasurer.

Iowa Music Teachers Association Spencer Sioux City Iowa J. Earl Lee Augustana College Sioux Falls Rudolph Ganz Chicago Illinois Florence Primmer S. Maple Street Elma Jewett LeMars Mildred Sweet Robert M. Larson Coe College Cedar Rapids Alvin Edgar Iowa State College Ames Miss Olive Barker Cedar Falls Sec’y

Acres seeded to grasses and legumes under ACP plan

Preliminary reports from South Dakota indicate over 400000 acres have been seeded to grasses and legumes this year under ACP Practice A-3. Olaf J. Jacobson says 17241 farmers have requested Federal cost sharing, with expectations of near 500000 acres of new rotation seedings and other practices possible this fall. He notes funds should cover eligible requests and urges farmers to contact local ASC offices soon to complete conservation work. The Agricultural Conservation Program is run locally by county ASC Committees.

South Dakota ACP Olaf J. Jacobson ASC Jacobson Soil Bank

Card of Appreciation from Otto A Osterbuhr

I express sincere thanks to all who sent cards visited me at Akron Hospital and to the nurses and their aides I Brooks Dr Gacusana Dr Trotig Pastors Nagel and Meyer for their care and kindness LeMars Iowa Otto A Osterbuhr

Akron Hospital I. Brooks Gacusana Trotig Nagel and Meyer Otto A. Osterbuhr LeMars Towa

Fall spray amino triazole curbs Canada thistle in fields

A Midwest survey finds late summer and fall applications of amino triazole after plowing give over 90 percent Canada thistle control by next spring. The root-killing effect moves through the plant, addressing regrowth and soil nutrient loss, with fall spraying possible until two weeks before frost.

Iowa Missouri

Fall Fertilization To Boost Net Profits For Farmers

Dr. Russell Coleman of the National Plant Food Institute says fall fertilization of grasses and legumes can raise net profits by up to 200 percent. Benefits include labor use in slack post harvest, longer grazing, reduced feed costs, earlier spring growth, and better soil structure with less compaction. Farmers are urged to follow experiment-station guidance on rates and grades.

Russell Coleman National Plant Food Institute Coleman United

Fall fertilization advised to cut costs on pastures

States, farmers should have no fears of nitrogen losses on grasslands due to leaching resulting from fall and winter rains, with the possible exception on sandy soils. There is economy in maintaining established pastures and hay lands rather than rejuvenation each spring. Fall fertilization, per land grant college recommendations, reduces per unit production costs.

Untie Those Knots Learn to Relax for Health and Longevity

In this 1959 health column Dr E A Rogers urges relaxation to reduce tension and improve sleep, blood pressure, digestion, and overall well being. He explains techniques to relax muscles during activity and notes tense life can accelerate aging and raise accident risk.

Watt's What on East River rea Watt's What on East River

Farmers can light yards for outdoor living after dark with simple or elaborate wiring. Outdoor lighting enables backyard picnics and summer cooking, with portable spotlights and garden fixtures enhancing family recreation. Proper planning, weatherproof outlets, and separate circuits are essential. Rural electric cooperatives assist in planning outdoor wiring.

Rural Electric Coooperative

South Dakota ASC Oversees Expansive Loan Program

Olaf J. Jacobson of the South Dakota ASC says the commodity loan program may become one of the largest in years as a strong small grain harvest boosts activity. Loans cover warehouse storage, farm storage, or purchase agreements for wheat oats barley rye and flax with terms to January 21 1959. Eligibility requires storage space lien waivers leases and grain protection against weather and pests.

Olaf J. Jacobson South Dakota Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee ASC Jacobson

ASC Completes Area Meetings for 1959 Programs

Soil Bank and ACP provisions for 1959 were explained at district meetings across South Dakota. Administrative Officer Olaf J. Jacobson outlined procedures for ACP and Soil Bank. Meetings occurred in Salem, Huron, Plankinton, Rapid City, Pierre, with Watertown hosting the final session last Friday. County ASC office staff were advised they could begin accepting applications.

South Dakota Olaf J. Jacobson State Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee Salem Huron Plankinton Rapid City Pierre Watertown ASC

Bowling Results At Vermillion S D Alleys

Results from the American Bowling League at Rex's Alleys Vermillion S D on Sept 11 Callahan's beat Hamms 3 0 No 6 defeated Rex's Alleys 3 0 Corey's beat Rex's Alleys 3 0 Hamm's posted high single game 818 Callahan's had high league series 511 Russell Pace top game 202 League standings Plymouth Co Op 6 Hamm's Beer 5 Rex's Alleys 4 Callahan's 4 No 6 Union Co 2

Rex's Vermillion S. D Callahan’s Hamms No. 6 Rex Corey’s Hamm’s Callahan Plymouth Co-Op Hamm’s Beer Rex’s

Portland-Preston Wildcats Elect Officers In 1958 Meeting

The Portland-Preston Wildcats held a September 3 1958 meeting at Jerry Frerichs home. Bob Renken led the pledge. Officers elected were Leon Gabel president Wendell Renken vice president Darrell Gerrietts secretary treasurer and Dale Huettmann reporter. Delmar Gerrietts was chosen as new leader. Meeting adjourned after 4‑H pledge discussion and record book checks with lunch served.

Portland-Preston Wildcats Jerry Frerichs Bob Renken Leon Gabel Wendell Renken Secy Darrell Gerrietts Dale Huettmann Delmar Gerrietts

Immunization urged as influenza season nears

Health officials advise getting influenza vaccine toward the end of the month. The two week period to full protection plus a booster in January or February aims to cover winter months. Physicians will decide on vaccinating individuals for fall and winter.

Iowa State Department of Health Public Health Service Ralph H. Heeren State Health Department Division of Preventable Diseases Heeren U. S. Public Health Service

Soil Erosion Threatens Plymouth County Farms

For years it has been realized that erosion was occurring at too rapid a rate throughout the country. Improper land use and poor treatment of the soil have been the predominate cause. In many cases the loss of this fertile top soil has been great enough to change productive farms.

Soil Conservation Measures Boost Erosion Control Efforts

A discussion on soil loss and conservation covers crop rotation contour farming and terracing. Contour farming reduces runoff and boosts infiltration, while terraces with broad ridges and wide channels enhance erosion control. In Plymouth County, July saw 6.3 miles of terraces built and 4.3 acres of waterway completed, with fall funding remaining through ACP cost sharing.

Plymouth County Bill Ahlers ASC

Rock Valley Dedicates New Grade School Building

The grade school at Rock Valley was opened last Friday at an formal open house. The new building sits beside the old school and houses kindergarten and grades one through four, a large multi purpose room, the superintendent’s and teachers’ rooms, storage, other spaces, and a large kitchen. It marks a significant enhancement to the town’s educational facilities.

Rock Valley

Weekly Crossword Puzzle Across Clues

Feathers clue for bird genus Sturnus plus outlets for Lambs pseudonym and many cryptic style hints across 54 clues. Includes terms for gas charge inserts exist pedadigit exclamatio cerium symbol tantalum symbol box heavenly being Swiss river hail evergreen tree morsel son of Seth small children size of shot right line preposition abstract beine chief petty officer reiterate evader soothsayer innuendo birds and insects tangled in puzzle items.

Sturnus Charles Lamb Seth French Island Isa — ‘Bird Pismires

Card of Thanks for Loss of Husband and Father

The Specht family thanks relatives and friends for kindness after the death of our husband and father. Special appreciation for floral offerings spiritual bouquets pantry supplies and memorial gifts. Gratitude to Pastor Luther Meyer and the Ladies Aid of St. Matthew's church.

Luther Meyer St. Matthew’s Church Wm. Specht Eva Lynn

Fresh Typewriter and Copying Paper for Sale

A fresh supply of typewriter and copying paper is available for sale at the Register Tribune office. Contact the Tribune office for details and pricing.

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