11 Jul 1940
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Newspaper
Eldora Herald Ledger
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1940
Page
1
The census office reports Eldora’s population rose by nearly ten percent over the last decade, with a slightly larger increase when training school figures are included. The notice praises Eldora as a good, healthy place to live with strong facilities and a friendly neighborly community.
A Christian Science Monitor article cites faster defense work with streamlined procedures. It notes immediate cable orders for strategic materials at risk of supply cutoffs, and swift congressional actions. It highlights business leaders William Knudsen and Edward R. Stettinius guiding government to meet urgent national needs.
Government studies linked to defense examine mineral deposits essential for peace and war. Bureau of Mines and Geological Survey report 5-6 percent of manganese, 1 percent chromium, 40 percent mercury, 50 percent tungsten, 10 percent antimony, 0.5 percent nickel, and 0.2 percent tin produced domestically in five years. Field surveys over nine months show some encouragement for manganese, chromite, tungsten, mercury and antimony, with nickel and tin less hopeful. further investigation continues amid wartime pressures.
The Eldora Herald-Ledger, with cooperation from the Eldora Federation of Club Women, opens a department for public suggestions to improve the community. Submissions should be signed and offer constructive ideas rather than criticism of individuals. general in nature to be published under newspaper rules.
A survey by the American Bankers Association shows Iowa business firms in major centers were using less than two thirds of their open lines of credit at end of 1939. Banks across 264 institutions, about 40 percent of the state's 646, report a 6 percent rise in new loans and a 13 percent gain in loan value in the last five months of 1939 compared with the prior six months. Funds remain available for prudent expansion, with banks ready to lend under applicable rules to protect depositors.
The Iowa department of public safety has been holding meetings with peace officers and others to analyze accident causes and reduce them. At Toledo recently 72 county and city officers attended, including some from others.
Hardin county officials attended a conference on accident causes and prevention. Detailed reporting of when where and why crashes occur helps engineers plan safety improvements. Reducing accidents hinges on drivers recognizing their entrusted task and personal factors contributing to incidents.
The American Legion posts of Hardin County staged a large orderly Fourth of July celebration at the fairgrounds. Traffic flowed smoothly, one minor accident occurred, and no drunkenness was reported. Local talent performed with strong sportsmanship from Legion Junior participants. H. L. Hauser was praised for his extensive volunteer leadership.
In a letter exchange tied to Hardin and Jasper counties, the Daily News and Jasper County Record defend an inclusive club for residents aged 75 plus. The Hardin county column questions exclusivity while praising local tribute programs and anticipating growth as residents come of age.
Sixty years back in Eldora notes celebrate depot talks near Abbott, school changes in Tipton, a new Eldora library gift, fair secretary Boylan praised, local croquet win, and notable law partnership. Also reported are depot efforts at New Providence, a drowning near New Providence, and a 1900s to 1930s panorama of town life and infrastructure.
Construction of the gymnasium foundation north of the school is underway, with a temporary building completed to store tools and supplies. Seventy five people attended a Brubaker Hoelscher park reunion. officers elected included Will Kielsmeyer president and Doris Green treasurer. The report lists numerous attendees and notes community events including church picnics, 4-H meetings, and birthdays, with reminders of local family gatherings and town visits.
Mr and Mrs M A Clark of Portland Ore are guests of Mr and Mrs Dewey Estes and children. Numerous visits and weekend gatherings follow in Eldora Story City Ames and other nearby towns as local residents host friends and relatives during holidays. Virginia Lepley of Gif ford studies at Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls and participates in the college mixed chorus. Wayne Kinney hosts a Sunday dinner for multiple guests including Modlins and Kinney family members. farewell for Homer Card and Lilly Lord precedes a southern and western tour.
A community gathering at the Will Clingerman home on July 4 featured relatives and friends including the Heiltibridles, Callaways, McCalls, and the Andersons of Chicago. Attendees from nearby towns enjoyed picnics, dinners, and a ball game at Ivester Orange.
Mrs Carl Montz and Mr Duane Longs family announce the birth of Diane Kay Long an 8 pound daughter born Sunday morning at the Deaconess hospital Marshalltown. Numerous local families share news of reunions visits travels and weekend gatherings across Eldora and surrounding communities.
The veteran Iowa Falls newspaper man Ira A Nichols praised local pioneers for their tenacity and integrity. He lauded their debt responsibility, endurance of privation, vigilance toward taxes, candor about wrong doing, and steadfast promise keeping, delivered with humor and anecdotes.
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