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Newspaper
Greene Recorder
Location
Greene, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1959
Page
1
The Editor reflects on Nixon visiting Russia, noting his calm stance and reliance on America's current prosperity to counter Soviet promises. The piece compares Nixon to Krushchev and suggests the world watches his diplomacy as history continues, while Hawaii prepares to become the 50th state at 2:00 p.m. Friday.
Iowa hunters rush to secure licenses as of August 11 numbers show 4819 applications with 4712 shotgun and 107 bow and arrow. Shotgun licenses capped at 6000, bow rights unlimited but require separate application. With 300 daily processing, all licenses likely exhausted before October 14 deadline.
Sally Bartels was picked up August 10 for lacking an operator license but was not fined after producing it. Dean Charles Davis, picked up August 11, paid 85 and 3 costs for improper registration but had license, so no fine. Duane Newton of Rudd, August 13, fined 10 and 5 costs for speeding in J P Court. James Kraft of Mason City, August 13, fined 10 and 5 costs for speeding. George Tegtmeier of Marble Rock, August 14, fined 10 and 6 costs for improper registration. Dale Bunston of Charles City, August 14, fined 10 and 6 costs for improper registration. Merle Kruger of Marble Rock, arrested for failure to control car, fined 10 and costs in Wilbur Klassi's Court.
Army Pvt. Robert L. Schroeder age 23, son of Mr and Mrs Herman J Schroeder of Greene Iowa, takes part in a large scale field exercise with the 4th Armored Division in Grafenwehr Germany. The drill ends Aug 17 and tests NATO tied division readiness. Schroeder has been overseas since last May and serves as a scout in Headquarters Company 37th Armor at Crailsheim. He trained at Fort Hood and is a 1954 Greene High School graduate who attended Wartburg College and worked for the U S Forest Service in Avery Idaho before enlisting in December 1958.
The county soil conservation field day on September 10 at Dale Wilken farm near Pleasant Valley Church Fremont Township features contour and level land plowing contests, a tractor rodeo for under 21, machinery displays, and demonstrations. Contour plowing starts 10:00 a.m., level land at 2:00 p.m. Ten level land entries and six contour lands. State and regional matches linked, with Woodsbury County event September 25. Entries due at SCS Allison and Extension Office Allison by September 1. Cash prizes for top three. extra events include wagon hookup, backing, restricted gate, and serpentine. Plan to attend.
The 1959 corn price support for Butler County is set at 1.06 per bushel, based on a national average of 1.12. The rate applies to producers nationwide under the 1959 program, with loans and purchase agreements used for support and storage. eligible corn must be from 1959, grade No 3 or better, meet moisture requirements, and be adequately stored.
The Youth Center sponsors Jack Rockfeller and his Top 40 at Round Grove Golf and Country Club on August 26 starting at 8 pm. Freshman through college ages invited with Youth Center dress rules and chaperons on site.
Farmers seeking crop land inclusion in the soil bank conservation program must ask the county ASC committee to set a basic annual rate per acre. The period for requests runs August 24 through September 10 with no late submissions. Rates reflect land productivity and local fair rental values, with a higher rate when all eligible cropland is offered. Contracts may last up to 10 years with annual rental payments and cost-sharing for approved practices.
Pee Wees beat Marble Rock 5 to 1 in a 9 to 11 game while the Little Seaguers lost 5 to 4. Mark Ott struck out 7 in 3 innings for the Little Pee Wees, and Greene’s Dale Poppe pitched well until two fifth inning hits and walks doomed them. Marble Rock claimed Floyd County League title with 15 wins and 6 losses. Greene Midgets finished undefeated.
The Men's City Bowling Association plans its annual meeting this evening at 8:00 at Don's Lanes. All bowlers are urged to attend.
Gabe and Hamilton Softball of Greene captured the Wapsie Cedar Valley League crown Sunday. They beat Ionia 6 2 in the first round Marble Rock 3 2 in the final with Nordmeyer Jr on the mound and Merfeld and Hamilton catching.
Cecil Rhoades announces football tryouts and invitations for candidates to attend the first practice on August 2. Interested players must contact coaches, obtain equipment issued August 22, and complete physicals at 9:00 a.m. at the school. Coaches urge attendance at initial workouts to develop talents and receive schedules.
Due to rising costs the Greene Recorder will advance subscription rates per year across all plans beginning September 1. Any subscription paid before that date will continue at the present rate.
The Greene Fire Department rushed to the W. S. Johnson farm Monday morning at 11:00 to extinguish a fire on a tractor. Johnson's son Jerry filled the tank with gas and accidentally ran it over. Excess gas ignited and water was used to douse the flames. The tractor sustained light damage.
Butler county July sales total $100,180 raising seven month sum to $779,711 or 76 percent of the 1959 quota. The figure outpaces Iowa at 59 percent and the U.S. at 53 percent per John MecWhirter of Allison, county savings bonds chairman. Iowa seven month sales total $91,703,753.
Mr and Mrs leo Gabe and their two sons together with Mr and Mrs Lyle Stauffer and their family departed this morning for a several day sightseeing journey through Wisconsin.
The last family picnic of the year will be held Thursday evening August 20 at Round Grove Golf and Country Club with Mr and Ms Keith Drake and Mr and Mrs Oscar Bartels in charge.
Challenge Board standings listed after Round Grove Golf and Country Club play last week show Dr. Paul Weires over Oscar Bartels and Dell Curtis over Sam Sneed. The standings include C Teeple, P Hamilton, R Curtis, D Bachman, D Curtis, C Stuntz, S Sneed, R Mead, K Dralle, N Wolters, C Bauman, D Klingbeil, P Weires, V Gard, D Drees, D Willey, M Senne, O Bartels, P Lewison, H Stubbe, Cc Wild, J McWhirter, M Potter, P Schmitz, J Dralle, J Brandt, R Wagoner, G Stephenson.
New residents Mr and Mrs Dale Schroeder welcome a daughter born Wednesday August 19 at 4 30 am in Cedar Valley Hospital Charles City. Debra Jane weighs 7 pounds 15 ounces. Parents are Mr and Mrs Dale Schroeder.
The article lists elementary staff for the 1959-60 term ahead of the opening Monday August 3. It details local arrests and court actions from August including Milo Pronge of Allison with a $113 fine after a reckless driving plea, Joe Korinke and Jack Schultz pleading guilty to charges, Allen Smith’s intoxication case with jail time for defaulted fines, and Baron Willey’s operating while intoxicated arrest with bond set. It also notes a minor traffic collision near the fairgrounds involving Delvin Aries and William Rinnels with no injuries.
Greene Community Schools announce a full day start August 31 to meet state and regional accreditation rules. Rural buildings to operate five sites, with anticipated closure of Coldwater No 2 and Pleasant Grove No 8 as new facilities come online. Bus routes fixed, kindergarten to attend half days, lunch prices 25 cents, book rental $4.00 for K-8 and $4.50 for 9-12, payments scheduled late August, and staff listings forthcoming for high school.
Mr. and Mrs. Donald Curtis of Clemson South Carolina spent several days last week with Mrs Ed Tindall and other relatives in Greene. They plan to return to Greene this weekend to visit again in the Tindall home.
Mrs Kaiser Nancy and Vikki have returned home from a weeks vacation with her brother and sister-in-law Mr and Mrs Nelson Henline at Primghar and her uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Cecil Henline at Sioux Falls South Dakota
Iowa State Fair officials announced free admission for all children under 16 on opening day and a special grandstand show. Other days offer free grounds for children under 12. The event features camel races trained animals clowns and daylight fireworks.
Mr and Mrs Mike Ramker returned from a several days visit in Chicago Illinois with Mr and Mrs Wayne Riehle. They sponsored their great nephew Mark William Riehle who was baptized at St Willibards Church Sunday afternoon August 9.
Merrill J Peters enlisted in the Marine Corps under a 120 day delay program for a four year term. He will attend recruit training in San Diego starting October 19 1959. Local recruiter Sgt Jim Martin notes the program allows enlistment with delayed active duty and offers higher pay and earlier promotion readiness. Sgt Martin visits Greene on the first and third Mondays each month from 1 00 pm to 2 00 pm.
Mr and Mrs Joe Hagarty and children Joe and Kathy of Arlington Virginia will depart Thursday after a two week stay with Mr and Mrs Bert Hagarty and other relatives to return home following the visit.
First Class Craig Smeins, returned from a 20 day furlough, was left by train from Mason City to San Diego California. He visited his parents, Mr and Mrs Henry Smeins, during the furlough.
The Women's City Bowling isolation will meet on Wednesday evening August 25 at 6 09 oclock at Don's Lanes. This will be the first meeting for the coming season and bowlers are urged to attend.
Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Raymond hosted last week at the home of Elmer’s brother Archie Raymond and sister-in-law Mrs. Archie Raymond in Regina Saskatchewan. Also visiting were Mrs. Kenneth Drake and Mr. Raymond’s brother and sister-in-law, underscoring family ties across Canadian towns.
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