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Newspaper
Columbia Star
Location
Columbia, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1967
Page
5
Classified listings advertise decorating center contact, a three bedroom ranch home for sale with hillcrest lot, a home care helper wanted with room and meals, Mynah bird and TV sets for sale, and a hospital thank you note from Mrs Reichert and family.
Sealed bids will be received until May 8 1967 at 11 00 for furnishing gasoline and diesel fuel to be used by the Monroe County Highway Dept Quotations for motor oil also to be received All bids on forms furnished by the County available at the Office of the County Clerk Court House Waterloo Illinois Board of Commissioners by order of the
The Circuit Court of Monroe County announces a claim day for the estate of Eva M Kremmel. Letters of administration were issued April 20 1967 to Wilbert H Kremmel. The claim date is Monday June 5 1967 and claims must be filed with the Clerk at the County Courthouse in Waterloo Illinois and sent to the administrator and attorney Edgar O Zimmer Waterloo.
Dr Jack I. Bregman chairing the Air Pollution Board announces a major campaign in Illinois to limit smoke and emissions. A permit system for new equipment becomes effective April 15, with 10 000 letter of intent forms to be mailed to industries. Special focus targets the East St. Louis industrial area and a wide range of processes and facilities.
A NORC survey reported by Ross V Randolph shows crime as a major domestic problem in the United States alongside race relations. Law Day observances on May 1 focus attention on crime, with 27 percent of lower income whites naming crime as the top problem and 29 percent citing race relations.
Robert M. Schneider of the Illinois Department of Agriculture urged vaccination against equine viral encephalitis known as sleeping sickness. Dr. Paul B. Doby noted 61 suspected cases with 30 deaths in 1966 and warned the disease's seriousness is unpredictable this year. Vaccination before insect season is advised. horses vaccinated last year should recVaccine again this spring due to limited immunity.
The Monroe County Historical Society selects Myron Roever Associates of Valmeyer IL for the History of Monroe County titled Arrowheads to Arrowjets. Delivery targets include June 1 manuscript, September 1 publication, and May 15 book orders with a $10 deposit.
Farming involves constant use of tractors motors hoists shelters and machinery and risks from handling animals or riding equipment. Modern mechanized farming strains the body increasing injury risk making chiropractic care valuable as a corrective approach.
The International Order of Job's Daughters Bethel 65 held a meeting on April 17. A potluck supper and initiation were scheduled for May 1, with Sharon Reibeling presiding. Refreshments followed.
Army Private First Class Melvin E. Parker age 19 son of Mr and Mrs Elmer J Parker Route 3 Waterloo Illinois participated in a four week field training exercise with the 3rd Armored Division near Hohenfels Germany. The exercise ended April 20 and included weapons firing and tactical maneuvers as part of a program to maintain combat proficiency. Two injections are required to provide immunity.
In Gallatin County along the Wabash River 911 pecan trees totaling 430000 bd ft sold for 76000. In Northern Illinois 2196 trees totaling 567000 bd ft sold for 115705. Illinois official notes veneer methods for pecan amid varied woods including walnut ash basswood hackberry and oak varieties.
Field investigations reveal quail winter survivors high overall while squirrel carryover in spring tops 1966 except east central. Rabbit numbers are flat in north central, rise in southern and western Illinois, pheasant carryover unchanged. Last season saw record squirrel harvest and about 700,000 more rabbits than 1965.
Livestock prices rose for hogs and lambs with steady cattle at National Stock Yards Illinois as weekly receipts near 52 521. Hog values gained 25 to 50 cents with Thursday top at 19.25 per cwt. Sows up to 16.00, steers and heifers hit multiple upper ranges, vealers at 36, springers to 26 50 and lambs advancing for the third week.
Police cite rising motorcycle accidents and deaths with injuries four times higher per mile than other vehicles. Studies from Wisconsin New York and Illinois highlight head injuries and the need for protective headgear legislation. Collisions with larger vehicles are most common and rider fault is not always present.
Wooled slaughter lambs rose to 23.50 while slaughter ewes stayed between five and eight fifty for wooled and four to eight for shorn. Market notes reflect Greek Easter demand with stable ewe prices and higher lamb bids.
The Columbia Police Dept advises motorcyclists to assume drivers may not see them and to ride defensively. They stress proper equipment including foot rests hand grips passenger seats and protective gear such as helmets goggles gloves and protective clothing to minimize injuries. Motorcycles are subject to the same traffic rules as other vehicles.
Mrs. Kay Albert recalls rural schooling memories from shared chores to holiday programs. She describes carrying water, gathering wood, drawing pictures for holidays, sliding on a hill, making corn husk dolls, playing tag with colors, paddling for mischief, and a Valentine mail routine at school.
A store keeper models the new Coast Guard chapeau with a flat top to be worn after July 1. The roll out marks a uniform update as part of a broader service wardrobe change.
Best Meat Variety meats like liver kidneys and sweetbreads require refrigeration. Store meat loosely covered in the coldest part of the refrigerator and use within a few days after purchase.
A large crowd of residents attended the monthly party sponsored by the Ladies Turners Auxiliary of Columbia. Volunteers from St. Paul United Church of Christ and other local churches organized games, served fruit, and assisted with activities. Additional programs included slide shows, church services, card games, a quilting project, and sewing and mending efforts by area church volunteers.
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