Soybean Research Meetings Set Across Iowa in January
Producer oriented soybean research meetings will be held Jan 4 in Ottumwa Jan 5 in Sidney Jan 6 in Spencer and Jan 7 in Clarion starting 9 30 a m and ending about 3 p m The ISU Extension Service and Iowa Soybean Promotion Board sponsor noting 148 000 invested last year The meetings will cover oil improvement breeding efficiency new varieties fertilization and drought resistant root systems with extension staff and a representative from the Iowa Soybean Association detailing checkoff use in marketing and promotion
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Iowa
Clarion
Iowa Soybean Promotion Board
Iowa State
Willard Latham
Alexander
ISPB
Iowa Soybean Association
Peking Station Hosts Long Lines As DELAYED ENTRY Program Expands
A Chinese railroad station at Peking handles 14 000 waiting passengers while they await trains as youth rush to meet military service delays. The article notes the delayed entry program allows individuals to start active duty up to 270 days after enlistment, highlighting crowding and eligibility details.
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Peking
China
Che Peking
Planning a Themed Party Hands On Checklist
A detailed timeline to coordinate a party from one month ahead to the big night. It covers deciding type and theme, guest lists and invitations, menu with prep times, shopping lists, decorations, seating for dinners, make up trials, and final touches like ice, drinks, and setting the bar. It emphasizes thorough preparation and calm hosting.
New Vet Health Care Act Expands VA Benefits
The Veterans Omnibus Health Care Act of 1976 broadens outpatient care to veterans with 50 percent or more service connected disability. It adds rehabilitative services, certain dental provisions, CHAMPVA extensions for dependents of some survivors, and tighter patient rights. Also directs studies on aging, alternatives to institutional care, and geriatric needs with new pediatric and optometric services in VA central office.
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Veterans Administration
Richard L. Roudebush
Veterans Affairs
Roudebush
Washington, D. C
Third Term Courses At BYC Spencer Center
Eight courses will be offered for the third term at Buena Vista College Spencer Center starting January 4 and ending February 24. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 and 8:30 p.m. Registration is January 4, 6 and 11 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. or by writing to Dr. Lockard. Courses include algebra and trigonometry, labor economics, intermediate accounting, aging, elementary social studies, music in the elementary school, mythology, and business communications.
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Buena Vista College
Spencer Center
James Lockan
Spencer School of Business
W. Std
Lockard
Storm Lake
Iowa
The Glastonbury Thorn Legend at Christmas
The Glastonbury thorn blooms only at Christmas except in spring. Legend says Joseph of Arimathea planted his staff in Glastonbury and it budded, producing white blossoms each year. Pilgrimages once touched the holy thorns to heal mind and body, though today the belief has faded.
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Glastonbury
Joseph of
Arimathea
England
Contortionist Politicians Straddle Fence and Ear to Ground
A pithy old saying critiques politicians as flexible liars who balance conflicting loyalties. It implies they pretend neutrality while listening for both sides to gain advantage, reflecting distrust in political maneuvering.
New Tax Law For 77 Estate and Gift Tax Changes
The new federal estate and gift tax law becomes fully effective January 1 1977. Depending on personal circumstances some actions must be taken before year end and some should wait until after January 1. For details contact Jerry Dillon of the Adult and Continuing Education Department in Emmetsburg at 852-3554.
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Jerry Dillon
Adult and Continuing Education Department
Emmetsburg
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Spencer
Iowa Trust & Savings Bank
Fortunes
Graettinger Legion Hall
Richard Duhn
Larry Thomsen
Vince Heller
Don Graettinger
Lange
Ginder Fusnitan Store
Graettinger
BYC
Iowa Consumer
Department of Justice
Richard C Turner
Julian Garrett
Iowa Consumer Protection Division
Iowa Consumer Protection’ Division
Consumer Protection Division
East Court
Des Moines
Owa
Fuhrman’s
Graett Inger
Santa
BEN Franklin Stores
Estherville
Face
Earth
Harold
Down
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