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Newspaper
Gravity Independent
Location
Gravity, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1938
Page
7
Sylvan Wilson and family of Fairfield visited Saturday at his brother Jess Wilson's home along with other relatives.
The Independent office advertises customized job printing and farm sale advertising services. Clients can arrange posters catalogs or notices tailored to farming sales and local business needs.
Wm Brown and wife hosted a Sunday dinner with Bert Lawrence and wife, and Mr and Mrs Manley Perdew. George Beckett and family dined at Grover Ginn’s with Mr and Mrs Bob Anderson. Fred Keith and Merle Kendrick with daughter Cleo from Grand Island visited Fred Joslyn. Wade Ambrose left for Tabor for college work. Drug Store advertises enamel colors in 10c and 25c sizes.
The Hi yu w a w cub gathered at the residence of Mrs Oliver Pos ten Briday on a recent afternoon for a local meeting with members sharing stories and plans.
The talk of the town highlights Gamble Stores spring sale with specials on garden supplies. Hammer handles turpentine 49c a gallon linseed oil 98c and casein paint five pounds for 59c.
Friday morning Agnes Babcock, a Weston school teacher, led her students on a motor trip to Shenandoah. They sang over KENF and each returned with a tree to plant on the school grounds.
Mr and Mrs Thos Cunningham and daughter Gerata visited over the weekend at the home of Mrs Cunningham’s mother Mrs Redd in Grand River.
The Bedford Hatchery now operates offering cream from Tay lor county breeding stock for sale each Monday. They provide careful personal attention to custom hatching orders and accept eggs on Wednesdays 112 to tray using modern electric equipment. Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Page run the hatchery.
Free Methodist Church announces Sunday School at 10 AM and morning worship at 11 AM led by the pastor. Evening service at 7 30 PM with the class teacher in charge. Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 PM. CARBON conducts Sunday School at 10 AM class meeting at 11 and evening service at 7 30 PM. Prayer meetings Tuesday and Thursday at 8 PM. Public invited to all services by W. J. Biggerstaff pastor.
Farmers face costly hog parasites as lice and mange reduce weight gains and spread disease. Dipping in warm months and disinfecting hog houses help, while winter control relies on veterinarian guided methods and medicated oil sprays to protect beds and animals. Killing cooties yields better health and profits.
A list of famous died dates and causes spanning centuries. Christopher Columbus, Magellan, De Soto, Ponce de Leon and other explorers, native leaders, colonial governors, and statesmen are named with death dates and places. Also mentions Captain Kidd, Benjamin Franklin, James Madison, and Daniel Webster among others.
A writer in Pearson's London Weekly notes that Britain's pub signs reveal history and manners. Names such as The Blue Boar The Bull's Head and The White Hart tie to monarchs and legends while others hint at sponsors, patrons, or wine origins.
The Magi meaning wise men were a priestly order from Media and Persia. The three east gifts bear gold frankincense and myrrh, with Melchior Gaspar and Balthazar linked to Cologne legends. Commemorated January 2 3 and 4 and Epiphany observance.
A tale recounts Omar Khayyam's youth when a once poor friend rose to power as a vizier and begged the poet to grant him wealth or oversee a village in Nishapur where the friend claims the best grapes grow. Omar responds and the friend dies.
The Grand Teton Park covers about 150 square miles south of Yellowstone near Wyoming’s western border. The Teton range dominates the playground, with the Grand Teton at 13 766 feet rising 7 000 feet above the land. The park was established in 1929.
Arthur Clabaugh announces his candidacy for the 2nd district seat on the Taylor county board of supervisors. The nomination is subject to Republican voters in the upcoming primary. Term starts January 1, 1940.
J R Henderson announces candidacy for nomination to the office of county treasurer subject to Republican voters will at the June primary. He asks for support and appreciates assistance from party members.
Robert D. Bob Goforth declares his candidacy for county auditor in the upcoming June Republican primary. He states his bid is subject to Republican voters’ decision.
County Clerk Claude Gray announces his candidacy for the clerk of the courts of Taylor county subject to Democrat voters decision in the June primary election.
Chloe H. Wisdom announces Tama candidate for county recorder reelection subject to Republican voters in the June primary. She asks for support and appreciation.
James A. Lucas declares candidacy for the office of representative from Taylor County subject to Republican voters in the June 6 primary. He submits the announcement under party guidance and calls for support from local GOP members.
The letter urges voters in Taylor County to support Sheriff E. R. Bowen in the Republican primary set for June. Bowen asks for backing from Grant Two and the broader electorate.
Clifford Shields announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for the Taylor County Board of Supervisors District 2. Primary election set for June 6 with term starting January 1 1940.
A Republican candidate announces his bid for Clerk of the District Court of Taylor. He seeks voter support at the June 6 primary election and asks for sincere appreciation from supporters.
Ivan Wells declares candidacy for county sheriff pending Democrat primary results. He asks for voter backing and states his readiness to serve.
E. C. Heaton, County Attorney of Taylor, announces he seeks support from Republican voters in the June primary. Heaton appeals for backing from Clearfield residents and other local Republicans.
Ralph C. Jones of Lenox appeals to Republican voters to back his candidacy in the June primary election, asking for active support from the party.
Ray V. Anderson of Lenox appeals to Republican voters in the June primary for support in the county treasurer race. He asks for backing and expresses appreciation for the vote.
C E Martin his wife and Miss Audrey Taylor accompanied by Mrs Della Anderson traveled to Clarinda Tuers day to see Virgil Anderson who is hospitalized there.
Denver and Gilbert Keasling of Ottumwa visit the home of their uncle Ed Lock and his family during a brief stay.
Notice announces Jesse Lovitt appointed executor of Rachel Levitt estate by Taylor County District Court. Creditors must file claims authenticated for court allowance. debtors to pay. Dated April 27 1938 with attorneys Flick and Lucas. Publication dates April 28 May 5 May 12 1938.
The D. M. C. club and large bands gathered Tuesday evening at the Karl King home for their April dinner party.
J. R. Barley was taken to St. Jos hospital with a week’s illness as Dr. Reed accompanied him. He is receiving treatment and is reported to be getting along well.
Andy Nielsen and his family drove to Fontanelle on Sunday to visit relatives. The trip centered on family gathering and familiar faces during the weekend.
Ernest Teatworth of Clarinda was a Gravity visitor Saturday, stopping to sightsee and meet local residents during his trip.
Lloyd Roush and his family were dinner guests Monday evening at the home of Lester Posten.
The P T A elected officers last week with Mrs Lloyd Bradley as president and Mrs Fred Keith as vice president. Miss Vesper Farrens became secretary. J A Gaebler was chosen treasurer. Rev Overburger of Bedeford and Mrs Clifford Young of Sharpsburg gave talks.
Rev Bissinger accompanied Wade Ambrose and Drexel Keith to Tabor College on Tuesday for a campus visit. Mrs. Fred Keith joined to see her son Leon ard, a student there for some time.
Mr and Mrs Joe Morgan Les land Morgan and family and Mr and Mrs Earl Morgan drove to Glenwood Sunday where they spent the day at the Luther McPherren home.
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