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Newspaper
Bedford Times Press
Location
Bedford, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
3
Roger W. Babson notes small farms rose about fourteen percent from 1920 to 1930 while larger hundred acre farms fell thirty percent. He says small farms sustain livelihoods, larger farms incur higher overhead, and farm land values began improving after mid 1933 due to higher crop prices. Improved highways and cheap rural electricity may spur urban residents to return to farming.
Reports to the Iowa Fish and Game Commission describe a cluster of ten bald eagles on the Mississippi River near Clayton. Verin Koehn of Clayton recalls seeing two birds for years and this spring ten were observed feeding on a sand bar. Four birds appear to stay nearby and are seen nearly daily, with the number sometimes rising to ten.
While digging near Hamburg last week, residents found an intact old clay pipe buried several feet underground. Frank Zutz delivered it to the office, noting it is among the few such artifacts seen since earlier days, leaving the mystery of its age and origin to readers.
Hamburg Reporter notes a swarm of grasshoppers on the streets Tuesday evening drawing men and boys with cans and jars to gather fish bait. By Wednesday morning the insects largely disappeared from the business section.
A full grown wolf was captured on a Des Moines golf course reflecting wildlife management efforts. The incident sparked local concern and calls for safe relocation by authorities.
In small towns the demand for government meat overwhelmed parking and space at assistance sites, illustrating strain on local aid programs as many residents sought help.
After marriage the y is silent Battalion.
A Detroit Free Press line notes rising times while shoppers fear social gaze at fueling stations. The Indianapolis News quips on public awareness of money before government spending with a wry reference to national policy. The Cincinnati Times-Star reflects on congressional choices amid reform era satire.
A friendly wire-haired Scotch terrier named Judy is found wandering near Bedford after escaping from a salesman en route to Omaha. She is reunited with owner Paul Parris, with several sightings reported in Hopkins and Creston before the pup heads back toward Omaha. Judy’s canine companion fate includes a stray puppy joining her bed for a night.
On April 26 a critic praised It Happened One Night starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert as the best romantic film in years. The movie plays at the Rialto this weekend, and the writer urges audiences to see it amid a crowd of mediocre releases.
Mrs. Ambelang described tropical Betta fish in Chariton building a bubble nest and tending eggs. The male blew bubbles to form a nest and guarded the eggs until they hatched, turning two fish into a school. Spectators watched the unusual breeding behavior unfold from arrival to hatch.
Four years after farmer James Moon vanished a small safe with $700 and liberty bonds disappeared. Moon died and Rex Wilder, then administrator, now Creston Union County auditor. The dry Summit lake bed yielded the stolen safe, dropped from a highway bridge with a hole cut in its bottom and dirt remaining inside.
Dale Gabbert exhibited a remarkable eight legged pig in Grant City after noon Monday. The animal had a single head and two front leg sets, two backs ending in hind legs, suggesting extraordinary breeding possibilities. Prof Bellairs’ scoring on his corn hog sheet remains awaited.
Mrs Harvey Sheldon sues for divorce claiming fear on election day led her to vote the wrong ticket after her husband supposedly whispered threats from a nearby booth. Sheldon denies wrongdoing, alleging she was provoked by threats but she voted Republican. Corning Free Press reports.
Miss Maude Nelson returned Thursday from Cedar Falls where she graduated from the State Normal. Raymond Godfrey and Miss Mary E. Hamilton both of Mason township secured their clearance papers today from Clerk Cass and will proceed to marriage. William H. Cowley and Bessie M. Stevenson of Clearfield were issued a marriage license on June 14 and will wed tomorrow. W. E. Crum Jr. leaves for Iowa City tonight to attend commencement and then the American Derby in Chicago. Orden M Thompson Jr. may soon expect that fascinating game to be in progress.
Miss Nellie Turner and Frank Smith wed at the Heasley home with Geo. A. Hendrickson performing the ceremony. They will reside in Bedford. Depot lumber laid on the Y north of Conway. J. Clark returns from Chicago with a White Steamer. Grace Campbell returns from Cedar Falls. Roy Melvin to carry mail on route 6 awaiting carrier appointment. Marriage licenses issued: Allison with Jennie Cooper, Rusco with Anna McCann. F. E. Crossen gathers Taylor County history data along H. & S. R. R. Miss Jennie Turner and others leave for Yellowstone Park.
The first homegrown strawberries appeared at the local market causing prices to slip from 25c to 17c per quart. Bedford council names H. S. Ash to fill the first ward vacancy after J. J. Clark’s death. Theron Keith breaks his ankle jumping from a county cement mixer truck west of town. Primary election day drew much interest.
In a county election more than 4,000 voters exercised their franchise. The county contest was lively for all offices. Nominations included Clerk Frank Fleming Treasurer Mrs. Smith Recorder Dick Campbell County Attorney James A. Lucas Auditor T. F. Armstrong Sheriff W. J. Nevis.
William C Bullitt says friendly thoughts but few Russian words in a newsreel. Henry L Stimson warns against autarkic trade. Fosdick decries prejudice mixed with religion. Newton D Baker calls prejudice ignorance danger to democracy. Victor Emmanuel cites armed forces as peace guarantee. A Portland newspaper boy arrested for loud noises. Neighbors George Lock and Sam Key noted in Millville New Jersey.
A writer tours a potential lake site near Bedford along the 102 river bottom and Old Lexington, envisioning a water body larger than a puddle. He argues the lake and park would boost regional recreation and pride, urging county readers to support the plan.
A pet crow in Waupaca Wisconsin has been blamed by householders for removing clothing pegs and looping laundry from the clothesline after washings. The feathered thief reportedly returns to perch nearby as residents mutter about the bird’s antics.
Police in Birmingham England test every man arrested for drunkenness by making him pick his hat from the floor and perform three bows. The procedure aims to assess sobriety and discipline during processing.
The House approved a deficiency appropriation bill funding Federal Emergency Relief Public Roads Public Building projects and other items to ease unemployment. Critics warn on spending while supporters urge protection of life and health until recovery, noting wartime expenditures and a White House briefing with President Roosevelt.
In a public address Hon Otha D Wearin backs an appropriation of about 500 million dollars to be rushed through Congress in days. He reports progress with the Agriculture Department on sealed corn rulings allowing farmers to sell part to the Federal Emergency Relief Corporation and pay notes, with cash differences and potential price gains before August first. He thanks supporters in the 7th Congressional District and pledges further service.
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