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Newspaper
Eldora Herald Ledger
Location
Eldora, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1937
Page
4
Iowa safety council outlines new motor laws including horn and warning device rules, mirror placement, light and braking requirements, dimming headlamps, and brake standards for all vehicles except motorcycles. The code enforces orderly signaling, emergency vehicle exceptions, windshield visibility, and parked-vehicle lighting rules statewide.
The body of Geo H Jepsen rests at his home before a Friday service led by Rev Asi Pith at Gouprer Sjonn church. Burial followed in Eidora cemetery with local judge presiding. Jepsen, born in Ehwooud Clinton County, married to Anne Poerre. lived in Eidora since moving from Beyrhinrten. held roles as district representative, treasurer, and church leader. survived by wife four children and several relatives.
Ady reports results from Sugared Growing Mash International Supply with a phone reference 68. The brief item notes the feed event and acknowledges the supplier's involvement in the mash and sugar production chain.
Oil and gasoline dealers and all citizens are warned to stop pouring oil into the sewer system as it clogs pipes and risks damaging a rock filter built with granite. Violators face up to 100 dollars fine or 20 days in jail. Police will enforce the ordinance. mayor Dr. H. W. Emeny notes urgency for plant operation.
Article extols the Wild Black Cherry as a farm and forestry asset, noting its value to birds, pest control benefits, and lumber qualities while warning of fruiting intervals in forests and damage from fence-row logs. It documents growth habits, height limits, and long lifespans, and lists local social notices and community events amid a dense, OCR-heavy page segment.
The 1997 migratory waterfowl stamp, priced at 1, is issued for hunters over 16, with proceeds supporting the Biological Survey. The stamp features three male and two female waterfowl, including broadbill and bluebill, on an Atlantic coast feeding-ground scene in Great South Bay, New York. Artwork by J. D. Knap, with historical designs by Ding Darling, Frank W. Benson, and Richard E. Bishop.
Morning service and Bible study plans noted for St Pauls Lutheran and other churches. Various pastors like Dewey Lamprecht and A L Ragsdale are listed with service times and Bible study details. A guest sermon by Rev John Tischauser is announced for next Sunday at the Methodist church.
Eldera Gospel Tabernacle announces Friday evening service and Sunday school at 10am with the topic The Pinger from Exodus 5:8 to 10:29. Worship follows at noon. Young people's meeting and other services noted. no midweek services next week due to pastors attending Storm Lake Blue Camp meeting. Rev. and Mrs. Henry Marlence, pastors.
Garden City hosted two diamondball games this week, winning the second team 12 to 13 against Edworth after a tight free hitting affair. The first team defeated Eldora 14 to 9. Visitors Chester Pearson of MecCalleburg and Guy Gibson of St Louis joined Clarence Pearson at his home Sunday. Local families hosted meals and gatherings around the weekend. Erosion control work covers 361,641 acres of Iowa land through five SCS demonstration projects and 20 CCC camps, involving 2,356 signed farmer agreements.
Eldora Cold Storage announces extended hours until 9:00 p m from July 19 to August 7 to better serve patrons. The plant advertises storage of hog halves and beef quarters, hamburger, cures, and urges customers to store fruits, vegetables, and sweet corn. Visit to inspect locker service and facilities.
Robert Reased, Ruth Roan and Mr and Mrs Wallace Ros rel spent Sunday in Amen Harriet Haliet’s home. They came from Cedar Falls where she attends college. Mr and Mrs Claire Gitte and children, Mr and Mrs Lawrence were also present for the weekend visit.
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