Post Office Listing at Gravity fSmlowa
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Newspaper
Gravity Independent
Location
Gravity, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1926
Page
6
The notice notes mailing status indicating second class matter for Gravity fSmlowa and entry at the local post office for processing.
The page records local events from Clarinda Iowa including the Ladies Aid meetings and socials, care for ill residents, and fire repairs. It notes Uncle George Fisher’s passing, postwar service, and local bank closings. The Clarinda Fair is billed as premier, with livestock entries and exhibits highlighted, dates July 19 to 23.
Extension experts warn the apple maggot has spread from the northern counties into several counties including Sac Webster Greene Star Benton Polk Tama Black Hawk and Linn. The maggot tunnels through the fruit destroying value unlike the apple worm which targets the core. An extra spray between July 1 and 15 can control the pest and growers are urged to report discoveries to help track its movement. Definite plans are being prepared to aid growers next year.
The Iowa Fish and Game Department announces a modern exhibit to showcase fish native to Iowa waters and a score of wild animals and birds at the state fair. Officials will be on duty to answer questions and give lectures on local wildlife. The display is planned on Grand Avenue in the fair’s main visitor route.
Orin Price owns the new Whippet received last week at the Hill garage. The car has drawn favorable comments from viewers and those who have seen its capabilities are pleased. Sales of the new model have been rapid, and supply at distributing points is constrained by its first appearance last week.
The Independent promotes a special six issues weekly Des Moines Daily Capital subscription through January 1, 1927 for $1.50. Open to new or renewing subscribers, the offer urges readers to act quickly to stay informed on Iowa political news during election year.
Mrs. Carl Werner and her son Melville from Harrisville New York arrived Tuesday evening via Corning and will stay a week at the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. I M Damewood.
Mrs Long of Siam, mother of Fred Long, is visiting this week to see Mrs Long and the baby.
A Sunday picnic at Oak Hill church drew eighty to one hundred attendees from Oak Hill and visiting guests. Rev. Warrior of the Methodist church preached, after a plentiful dinner served cafeteria style in the church basement. Oak Hill seeks ongoing ties with the district conference for regular services.
On Wednesday the ladies of the Christian church gathered in the basement with Mrs. Oliver Posten as chairman. A good program was held and business attended to. Refreshments were served by her helpers. Thirty five members present reported a good time.
Mr and Mrs Warren Riggs and Mr and Mrs Earl McIntyre with their son Rodger of Kent visited Monday evening at the J S Francis home attended the park chautauqua and returned home after the entertainment.
Mr and Mrs Frank Peterson of Omaha Nebraska arrived Tuesday and are visiting at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs A C Davis and other relatives Mildred and Melva Davis will accompany them on the return trip for a few days visit.
Mrs. J. H. Lunde and her children Marie and Frits traveled to visit A. J. Lunde in Huxley area. They arrived Saturday, stayed until Monday morning, and spent time at the son’s home.
Free Methodist Church offers Sunday morning sermon at 11 oclock with Sunday School at 10 am and Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 pm in Glasgow. Evening sermons in Glasgow Sundays at 8 pm led by Pastor Emily Meggers inviting attendees.
A list item offers a number of rebuilt cream separators for sale. The notice references A H Peacock as the contact or seller and mentions a price of 21 dollars per unit.
The M E Church reports strong town and country enthusiasm for the upcoming chautauqua and sermon series. Services next Sunday include morning preaching followed by communion, with the Epworth League meeting at 7 pm. A union sermon at the park is planned if weather permits.
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