08 Nov 1917
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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1917
Page
1
The Times announces a reading drive with new name tab dates for subscribers. Pay in advance by December 31 to keep the old 1.60 rate through January 1, 1918, and 1.50 to January 1, 1919 if expiring then. The paper overhauls mailing with dates printed on each issue and a Roll of Honor listing those who renew.
President Hoover and the Food Administration deny any plan to fix hog prices, labeling rumors as pro-German propaganda. Hoover states the department will direct export purchases to keep prices fair for farmers and stresses it would be unfair and unwise to fix farmer prices. The item also notes a 10 percent Studebaker discount offered by Galt Motor Co in this issue.
A historic list shows Liberty Bond buyers at Walnut townships banks with totals near fifty five thousand dollars. Names include J. A. Spied Jacob Brekke M. J. Reidy and Farmers Grain Co among many residents, firms, and local households contributing across purchases at both banks.
J H Gammon of this place was badly injured while working on his auto near Ruthven. He ruptured a back muscle and suffered a subcutaneous hemorrhage, causing intense pain and bed confinement for weeks. He was treated by Dr Baldwin and Dr Hession after being taken to Ruthven and Graettinger. His condition was expected to keep him bedridden for a couple of weeks or more, and friends expressed hope for a speedy recovery.
The report lists ten cows producing over 30 pounds of butterfat in 80 days ending October 31, 1917. Owners include N. Osher J. L. McDonald J. M. Anderson Geo Trussdell FRANK A MARTIALEN and W. Burg. Breeds include Holstein Shorthorn Jersey and mixed types with milk yields and fat percentages ranging from 744 to 1646 pounds and fat from 3.4 to 8.9 percent.
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