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Newspaper
Gravity Independent
Location
Gravity, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1949
Page
4
The Gravity Independent, published every Thursday, lists prices of 1.65 dollars for single copies and 2 dollars per year. Editor and publisher is Mrs Mary E Francis. The paper is entered at Gravity Iowa post office as second class matter.
This issue announces the suspension of publication under present ownership and hopes a purchaser will take over the plant and equipment to resume publication. Any creditors or interested parties are asked to contact Mrs Francis at her home.
Agricultural engineer Gaya Dele Hull outlines advantages of grassed waterways to conserve water and reduce erosion. He notes they occupy small land areas, reduce need for heavy machinery, and should be installed before heavy rains.
Gravity Independent, a 60 year old paper in Gravity Iowa, offers sale of the building, equipment, circulation. Real possibilities for quick sale. write or phone Mrs Mary E. Francis in Gravity Iowa.
The text outlines making a waterway several feet wider than the expected flow after rain. It calls for a side flat bottom, low sloping banks about 9 to 12 inches high, stockpiling topsoil along gullies, filling gullies with infertile subsoil, spreading a black topsoil layer, and clearing old trees and debris before filling operations to establish grass in the waterways.
Fragmentary reminiscence reflects on times of prosperity and gratitude to the Creator. The speaker laments neglect of merit and wonders what has been done to deserve such lush years, referencing 1949 and a textile express.
A social event hosted by Mr and Mrs Relp, featuring Boris and guests from Visneu. The evening included light refreshments and friendly conversation amid a cozy setting.
The Middle West Soil Improvement Committee urges fall topdressing of pastures with phosphate and potash to extend grazing into spring, lower feed bills, and improve meat and milk yields. Benefits include deeper root growth, better winter hardiness, and easier application with guidance from county agents.
The commission reports in favor of vacating a highway starting at the southwest corner of section 16 township 69 north range 34 west, Taylor County Iowa. Objections or claims for damages must be filed with the county auditor by noon September 28 1949 or the highway will be vacated without further notice. W A Houck county auditor. Pub 4t beginning Aug 4.
Locals Meend Mza Oeven, Yais Kaan, Susan, and the Hd Norgate family attended a Gregter Sarday gathering. The colorful family event drew several attendees from the region.
Mr and Mrs Homar Reeves and their daughter visited relatives in Des Moines on Sunday, sharing a family outing and travel details with local reporters.
Harold Dowell of Clearfield was a gravity visitor briefly Friday evening while en route home from a business trip to Clerinda. He stopped in Gravity for a short visit before continuing home.
Evelyn Galery travels to Liberty Missouri on Monday to resume her school work for another year.
Ray and Mrs Z M A Bressler of Lansing called on Mrs L T Read and Mrs Parry Williams Wednesday morning of last week.
Norman Morris of Omebs spent the weekend with his father Mr Paul Morris and Mrs Paul Morris.
Mrs Yale Kahn and her daughter Suaian of San Diego are visiting Mrs Kehn's parents Mr and Mrs Winsley and sister, Mrs Hiddergate, along with the family.
Mr and Mrs Russell Stearns with Mes Evalyn Matoiae and Stephen drove to Omaha Sunday and spent the day with Sir Sterne’s nephew and family.
Me sod Mea Thsodors Round and son of Riverton Wyoming Mary Round Mr and Mrs Silas Brown and family and Mr and Mrs Brows of Beéard were guests of Superintendent and Mrs Cole last week.
Mrs Scott Cramer and Jean attended Mr Cramer on a Sunday return to their Chicago home after spending the summer with Mrs Cramer’s mother Mrs J. B. Francis.
July 4 marks national celebration as a plea to invest in U S Savings Bonds. The ad touts financial independence through regular investment and notes a ten year return of 4 for every 3 invested, urging readers to start saving now.
My and Mera A W Bander and Wenelecca returned from California Friday. They had spent the summer there.
The text shows a group including Rey and Mr Calliser with several others visiting a state fair, spending the day at the event.
Mr and Mrs G en Baksr fef¢, with their son Brrasid and the Conneil Biffa family, plan to spend Sunday together before a fishing trip.
Lee Haas and family of Mouns Verson traveled to Gravity Saturday afternoon and evening to reconnect with old friends and acquaintances.
Mr and Mrs John Walser of Council Bluffs hosted Mrs Agnes Walker at the Christ Mart home Sunday afternoon.
A family including me and Mrs Mivern Alexander and children went to Day Movies Tuesday for a routine physical checkup.
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