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Newspaper

Graettinger Times

Location

Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1975

Page

3

Conservation Week Set for Sept 7 13 in Iowa

Min Amemiya an extension agronomist at Iowa State University announces Soil and Water Conservation Week in Iowa from September 7 to 13. He urges orderly land and water use to protect soil, prevent erosion, and preserve Iowa s agricultural heritage. He cites recent severe erosion and promotes practices like contour farming strip cropping grassed waterways terraces and conservation tillage on slopes and wind prone areas. He notes urban and mural living standards depend on protecting soil reserves and calls for continued erosion prevention among farm operators.

Iowa Min Amemiya Iowa State University Amemiya

Ford administration offers 2 billion mortgage aid

The Ford Administration releases 2 billion dollars for mortgage assistance enabling qualifying buyers to reduce house payments by up to 37 dollars monthly. The Agriculture Department seeks congressional permission to pilot new plans addressing inequities in the food stamp program. The Supreme Court affirms a defendant's right to refuse counsel and represent himself in court. President Ford signs a jobless benefits extension to 65 weeks through year end. CIA director Colby notes agency activity beyond its intelligence mission amid gold auctions. Officials expect most bought gold to stay in the United States.

Ford Administration Agriculture Department Congress

Four Days of Auto Racing at Clay County Fair

Spencer IA Local secretary Miles Johnson announced a four day auto racing slate at the 1975 Clay County Fair promoted by National Speedways Inc. IMCA late model stock cars race sept 6 with a 3600 purse for 100 laps. Sept 7 features 4 mile dirt oval modified stock cars in Tri-State Championship races with 5000 purse. Sept 12 brings IMCA sprint cars for 2600 purse and division title. five top drivers. Sept 13 concludes with modified stock cars in Tri-State Championship events with 5000 purse. times: 2 pm start for shows, 1 pm time trials for late models, sprint car trials at 1 pm, first heat at 2:30 pm.

Spencer Miles Johnson Clay County Fair National Speedways Inc International Motor Contest Association

Local Floral Shop Highlights Emmetsburg Offerings

M M Garden Center and Floral Shop on North Huron offers an extensive selection of cut flowers and dedicated funeral designs. The 1975 Business Times note praises their stock upkeep and service. The piece also promotes A and W Family Restaurant on Highways 4 and 18 with root beer, burgers, and family dining in Emmetsburg, Iowa.

North Huron Emmetsburg M-M Business Times Highways 4

Petersen Furniture Seasonal Home Improve Guide

Petersen Furniture offers a brief message guiding readers planning home improvements this season toward an easy path. The notice highlights available services and practical steps, aiming to help customers select projects and schedule assistance conveniently.

Joyce's Foodland and Petersen Furniture Ads

Joyce's Foodland on South Broadway in Emmetsburg offers courteous service and low prices with a broad selection of groceries and USDA inspected meats. Petersen Furniture at 2501 Main in Emmetsburg and the Fenton store provides nationally advertised furniture lines with delivery, installation, free estimates, and prompt service.

Joyce's Foodland South Broadway Emmetsburg Petersen Furniture Main Fenton Store

Jolliffe's Realty Endorsed as Top Emmetsburg Real Estate Firm

The Brink Building in Emmetsburg hosts Jolliffe's Realty, a highly dependable real estate firm offering city and country properties. They promote homesites, business properties, and farms as solid investments and invite clients to cash in premium area listings. Their service reflects local growth support.

Brink Emmetsburg Telephone Business Times Jolliffe's Realty

D and K Auto Service Inc Emmetsburg Ad

D and K Auto Service Inc offers expert car repair at 1905 Main Emmetsburg Iowa with phone 852-4531. Specializes in carburetor and engine tune up using the latest factory equipment and procedures. Chrysler Plymouth dealer invites readers to test drive the Cordoba.

D&k Auto Service, Inc 1905 Main Emmetsburg Business Times

Farmers Mutual Insurance Assn Advises Policy Review

Farmers Mutual Insurance Assn. urges customers to review or add to existing policies before renewal. Located on East Main in Emmetsburg, the agency provides contact at 852-4287. The firm has enjoyed a successful business in the area for many years.

Farmers Mutual Insurance Assn East Main Emmetsburg Farmers Mutual Insurance Asm Business Times Gladys Gommels

Mansmiths Clinic Pharmacy Emmetsburg Ad Card

Mansmiths Clinic Pharmacy located in the Medical Associates Building Emmetsburg offers full service drug store items and prescriptions filled by a registered pharmacist. Quick service and personal insurance guidance are highlighted with Farmers Mutual Insurance Assn praised for honest counsel and coverage options.

Medical Associates W.est Emmetsburg Hare

Batton's DX Station Offers Friendly Auto Service

Auto owners can find service that means what it says at Batton's DX Station in Emmetsburg. The station at 2002 Main provides lubrication checks and assistance, with clean restrooms and DX emblem signage. They offer top brand tires, batteries, brake service, and motor tune ups.

Batton Emmetsburg 2002 Main

Traffic flows freely as some ignore the rules

Some drivers ignore signals and signs, creating unsafe stretches where vehicles pass without restraint. Officials note minimal enforcement and argue congestion worsens as warnings fail to deter risk takers. Pedestrians call for clearer crosswalks and stricter penalties to restore safe passage.

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Washington Supreme Court Ford CIA & US William E. Colby Central Intelligence Agency U.S Graettinger & Wallingford Nancy Christensen Lloyd Witt Graettinger Margaret Johnson Funeral Home Aus Estherville Clay County Business Times Report Dobson-Lipsky & Associates A&w Family Restaurant Cliff and Nancy Hinrichs M-M Garden Mike and Marietta Llannegan Owners Joyce’s Foodland USDA Joyce Jolliffe’s Realty Gladys Gammels Mansmith’s Clinic Pharmacy Mansmith Batton’s Ney Nate
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