16 May 1946
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1946
Page
1
Fire at the Duhigg residence near Tre Letes caused roof and attic damage after sparking from a chimney. Three occupants escaped unharmed as firefighters worked to control the blaze with water, preventing greater collapse. Investigation to determine ignition source ongoing.
The blaze damaged plaster walls upstairs and in ground floor rooms of a two story house under remodeling. Two floors had been redone recently and wallpapering continued in the second room. Insurance covers part of the loss as Rev Jamez Dubiee of Livermore observed the fire while en route to invite his father to join him.
Roy T. Peterson and J. M. Robinson announce candidacies for the Fourth Supervisor District nomination. Both seek support from Republican voters at the June primary, stating their intent to compete in the party election.
County proceedings detail the weed destruction program including notice, deadlines, and costs. It lists primary noxious weeds, mowing timelines, and the authority of the Weed Commissioner. Appointed weed commissioners for 1946 from all townships are named, with meetings and publication requirements noted.
A frank report to Farmers of America explains production disruptions at Harvester due to a strike. Parts and machinery will arrive in limited, scattered shipments while repair parts schedules remain ahead of normal, and dealers warn delivery may lag. Despite shortages, International Harvester emphasizes not cutting quality and urges customers to wait for reliable equipment.
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