Jowa Farmers Show Gains Reported by Foundation
A Scarad Roebuck Agricultural Foundation study shows Iowa farmers gained significantly in 1924 with corn wheat and oats profits rising. National grain values up 550 million, Iowa corn yield per acre down but per bushel profit up. wheat and oat yields and prices improved. livestock prices rise, boosting farm finances and vitality. Rock Island to trial bus service between Stuart and Guthrie Center urged after event announcement.
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Scarad Roebuck Agricultural Foundation
Iowa
Towa
Foundation
Rock Island
Stuart
Guthrie Center
Railway plan eyed for passenger service on winter routes
Officials described a possible motor bus expansion to the Iowa Winterget and Indianola branch, with 2a to 3a dozen heated units, smoking apartments, toilets, baggage space, and a trailer option. The goal is safer, more comfortable travel and better mail service with a new schedule. Northrup, declared insane, was moved to Town Falls then returned to Grundy County custody after a brief escape attempt. County supervisors approved transport for him and his family to Michigans Sag in a bid to avoid keeping them locally. New administrator discharge rules require six blanks detailing estate and heirs under the Iowa code.
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Beyout
Kangaebrapehsof
Iowa
Winterget
Indianola
Gothman
Northrupia
George
Northrup
Iittala
Graundy
Hardin
Town Falls
Whitten
Grundy County
Saginaw
Mich
County Board of Supervisors
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Hospital Notes Plainly List Local Patients
Hospital notes record Sadie Megan undergoing an operation last Thursday morning. The infant child of Bert Purdy of Union is hospitalized for care. Bert Snap of Dike receives treatment at the hospital. John Brute was brought in Monday for care.
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Sadie Megan
Bert Purdy
Union
Bert Snap
Dike
John Brute
Iowa Falls approves dam project and hydro plant plan
In a special election at Iowa Falls last Thursday the dam proposal carried by a large margin while opposition was weak. The plan ties three franchise extensions to a new hydro electric plant beside an upriver dam. Construction must start by fall and finish by June 1926, creating a four mile lake from the dam to the Minors Central bridge.
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Iowa Falls
Towra Falls Electric Company
Iowa Gas Company A
Electric Company
Iowa River
the Falls
Minors Central Railroad
Iowa Falls City
Alden
Annual Meeting of Hardin County Farm Bureau
The Hardin county Farm Bureau plans its annual meeting after the new year starting January 8th. The event aims to review year activities and set agenda for the coming year.
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Farm Bureau
Hardin County Form Bureau
County Club Reports and Legal Update
Fragmented minutes and reports from the County Agent Office include club work by Miriam Burgess and Quentin Stowe, a county treasurer report, and notes on eradication projects. A grand jury proceeding and a woman’s court case are described, with sentencing and probation details tied to charges for passing bad checks. The American Legion Christmas tree is pictured with planned toy distribution on December 24. Local grain and crop notes report a record shrinkage in corn and canning yields, with figures on bushels and elevator stock.
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Miriam Burgess
Quentin Stowe
T. Tubs
Fy Morris
Farm Bureau
Mae “Anderson
Weichimann
Reading
Mia
Gao
Bailey
Ohudtting
Teolution
R.gi Goodale
Gladys
Eldoxa
Hardin County
Rockwell City
Rood
Egland
J. D. .Penny Company
J. D
Palmer & Co
Times-Republican
Nexe Condar
Omar
County
Fitchei
Supreme Court Validates Marshall County Road Bond Election
In a Marshall County case, the Supreme Court upheld the Aug 14 1928 referendum authorizing $800 000 in road bonds for paving and graveling, despite protests by W E McLeland and about 2000 Farmers Business Association members. The court declined to enjoin issuance and upheld state highway laws and the highway commission. The decision, written by Justice Arthur, was concurred by all justices.
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Hardin County
Plana
Marshall County
Davie
Supreme Court
Marshal County
Stiit
State Highway’ Commission
W. E. McLeland
Farm Business Men's Association
Udge
James W. Willett
Marshall ‘County District Court
Abe McLaland
Auprems Court
Justice Arthur
Gifford Schools Holiday Program Delight Parents and Pupils
Last Friday afternoon Gifford Schools held a holiday program with about fifty parents and friends of the pupils in attendance. A Christmas tree, gift exchanges, and string instrument selections by Mia Lew Campbell and Robert Anderson were enjoyed. Teachers served popcorn balls and snacks to the pupils.
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Gifford
Mia
Lew Campbell
Robert Anderson
Sandy
Migs Q Chrissie Sharpshaig
Mra
Gertrude Lawler
Christies Service in Mesthedigt and Eldora Day
The article describes a Christinsa Day service in Mesthedigt near Eldora where local residents gather for a collective sermon. Congregants reflect on faith and community, with details on attendance and clergy leading the event.
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Eldora
Postal breakthrough as 108 mail sacks dispatched this week
Agbemuater notes record mail throughput with 108 sacks sent Monday and more received for distribution. Christmas greeting cards exceed prior years with single cards less used west of here. Also lists Christmas hours at the post office and change in rural carrier trips this season. Rev. Mr Cole Hurt in auto collision considered seriously injured. Rev. Mr Cleworth reports no details. Jances Powell Auto adds new sales room by door cut between office and main floor.
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Agbemuater
NOTIN
Dally- Erica
Poat
Cola
Frank Gole
Cedar Rapids
Cl Cleworth
Cleworth
Cole
T. R
Jances-Powell Auto Go
Havig
Gverage
Legion Post 182 Starts New Year Under Stormy Night
Walter Layer Post No 182 held its first meeting under new leadership on a cold stormy December evening. Commander Winnett praised past officers, urged Legion cooperation, and outlined plans including a band benefits night to fund a bandmaster and music. Adjutant Stonebrook reported a county meeting planned with district commander presence and Cedar Falls attendance. Eldora invited county reps for January. no December evening meeting planned with public Legion speaker.
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Walter
Layer Post No. 182
Ieadership Tlureday
Winnett
Legion
Stonebrook
Cedar Falls
Eldora
Founty
Ptata “Legion
Plang
Christmas Post Office Hours Notice
General delivery window will be open from 10 00 a m to 11 00 a m No delivery on rural routes on Christmas day City carriers will make morning delivery only Lobby will be open until 730 p m for convenience of box holders
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Post Office
Corn Show at Ames in February
The annual corn show will be staged at Ames February 2 to 7 as part of the State Corn and Small Grain show at Iowa State College. The event, organized by the Iowa Corn and Small Grain Growers Association, will feature county trophies and exhibits of corn small grains and seeds in the Mammoth new armory. J. L. Robinson, secretary, Ames, provides details and class rules.
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Citizens Savings Bank of
Eldora
Renin
C. B. Glenny
Union
Paul Glenny
J. L. Reece
New Providence
Carrall Glenny
E. G. Williams
L. J. Glenny
Mamoth New Armory
J. L. Robinson
Fedcretary
Amen
Road Plan for County Highways in Iowa
A map by the Good Roads Association outlines a state plan for paved highways, showing Hardin County receiving about 60 miles of new paved roads under an $85,000,000 bond program. The plan envisions 8,620 miles of paving statewide with each county averaging 36 miles. Franklin County would gain about 25 miles along the Jefferson route. The policy debate is expected to intensify in the upcoming legislative session as parties air arguments for and against the plan.
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Iowa
Good! Roads Association
Hardin County
Verdin County
Jefferson
Eldora
Hubbard
Franklin County
Laws Good Roads Association
Sentinel
Fire hits Willams Methodist church in January plans
Read of several town happenings in Hardin County include a January celebration by Ackley Judge of Woodmen, a fire destroying Williams church built in 1916, a near burglary at Aborn's and a vandalism at Bik Run school. Court actions note Whitlatch damages, local taxation focus, and court calendar updates.
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Ackley
Woodmen
Willams
Iowa Falls
J. L. Swartz
Houa
Town Falls
Aborn's
Bik Run
Rey Hunt
Whitlatch
Supreme Court of
Roth Run
Falla
Meheon
Weichman
New York City
Appeal for Help At Community Club Matches Needs
The Charity Branch of the Community Club cites overwhelming demand as families struggle with cold and lack of shoes. Neighbors aided a boy and his sisters, underscoring aid needs. A small fund is urged with donations to Eastman Nuckolls. Weekly meetings at the club repair clothing donations for those in need.
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Epinday
Eastman Nuckolls
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