01 Nov 1971
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Newspaper
Guthrian
Location
Guthrie Center, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1971
Page
1
The annual meeting of the membership of the Pinorama Assoc is set to elect two directors for a term of four years. Key figures in the Panouad community are listed among attendees, with broader notes on road, utilities, and housing developments anticipated for Panorama this year and 1971.
A cow was struck on the road one and a half miles south of Basard Path. The driver could not avoid the animal and the cow died. No charges were filed.
Sheriff Petersen reported a quiet Halloween weekend with no arrests or accidents. Regulars handled patrol without extra help and some took extra shifts. Merle Reeves noted the lids were good. City clerk Merle Reeves said the Street Department aided patrols in Guthne Center with no damage reported.
November 30 is set for the village building project with a plan to reuse an old school site. The ballot lists multiple districts including Panora Town Hall Panora Breth church Rural Guthrie County and Dallas County service sites. Polls will be open from noon to 4 pm with absentee arrangements via the superintendent’s office.
Eva Kopeska’s estate leaves $600 to the New Homestead. Dr Herbert Neff, president of the Homestead, noted the bequest and remembered the care she received as a former resident.
A feeder cattle management meeting is set for November 9 at 7 20 PM in Dallas County Adel at the Dallas County Extension Office. Dr John Herrick of Iowa State University will discuss cattle feeding problems. Bankers veterinarians and feeders are urged to attend.
Officials anticipated turnout in city elections as polls run 8 am to 8 pm in Guthne Center. Incumbent L Reed faces Arnold Gibson for mayor while Elmer Moreland and John Grove seek south side council seat. North side candidates Ralph Schramm and Roger Wickland also run. At large contenders are Elenore Wallin Dean French Madeline Dickey and David Youngblood.
Iowa State University Extension economist Gene Futrell expects fed cattle prices in Iowa to stay near current levels over the next weeks, with average prices above $31 per hundredweight for Choice steer. October shows little change from September’s dip, with late October Choice steers in Iowa and Southern Minnesota around $31.50 to $32.50 per cwt, roughly $3.50 higher than a year ago.
County records show a higher real estate valuation in 1971 with total county tax levy at 3,142,627.73, including state and county sums, schools, cities, and area school petitions across 12 counties. rural and city utilities decrease offset overall levies while personal property rises. Data notes 1972 collections unavailable.
The Meabot Church in Guh rie Center hosted the annual Christmas Seal Workshop with seventeen volunteers. The event aimed to prepare Christmas Seals for mailing, and attendees enjoyed a noon luncheon served by church tides, plus a sheltered bus outing. Participants included Miss Adams of Jamacra, Canteen Rapier, and Dick Sheld tram.
A fragmentary item notes a 1 percent levy related to Salis and 4G terms, with unclear scope or entities identified. The readable portion suggests a financial or regulatory reference but lacks concrete details or involved parties.
Taylor led the weekly football guessing contest with only three misses tying with Glenn Hunter for top honors after a tiebreaker. Daughter Sue Taylor stayed among the leaders with four correct picks for third place amid a week of upsets.
Shawn Neal of Guthrie Center is among 36 new members of a synchronized swimming group at Iowa State University. The group teaches swimming to physically handicapped and mentally retarded children as a service project.
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