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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1967
Page
7
Patrons are reminded the post office will stay open this Saturday and next, December 16, for late mailers. Christmas deadlines urge early posting. The state liquor store will close at 6 PM on Saturday December 23 and 30.
Malvern tavern owner Mrs. Erita Riibe had her license suspended for four days after a Friday sale of beer to a 19 year old, David Needs, found in the establishment. Night Marshal Rich reported the incident. both Riibe and Needs were arrested and faced Justice of the Peace John Mall. City council met Monday with Riibe’s lawyer, Gemine, and voted to suspend Dec 12 to 16.
Five more Christmas shoppers received cash scrip totaling 50 dollars on Saturday as many Iwitrons visited Malvern for open house events at Farm Bur ant Service Co. and promotions by local stores. Winners include Mrs. Bob Jones and Ed Walker with ten and five dollars respectively, with plans for another 50 dollars to be given away next Saturday followed by a Christmas party for kids and a yardful of holiday promotions including a truck giveaway and poultry throw.
The Goordfellows Fund receives a substantial boost this week from multiple donors including Malvern Archery and Archers contributions totaling 12.01, plus $5 from Merry Mixers and donations from Hast ings 100K Busy Bees and others. Gifts include toys clothing and cash from numerous individuals and families as the group plans to expand Christmas aid in the community.
Vandalism hit Malvern during the weekend as bulbs disappeared from several displays. The Emery DeWitt residence tree, the Ile Girt Scout tree near the Community building, the Lenta Powles decorations, and the Mansfield Funeral Home lighted area were targets. Over 62 bulbs were stolen from the funeral home display and broken in the business district. Citizens seek to identify those responsible.
Mills county assessor Barry Markel announced new assessing procedures for towns within the county corporate limits. Taxpayers will report to a central point for assessment, driven by a reduced taxable personal property base and exemptions. A pilot for Anderson and Indian Creek townships will also centralize assessments, with forms mailed by township fieldman Ellsworth Smith. disabled veterans with certain eligibility can receive an additional homestead credit.
News of Co. seat business at the license counters tapered off considerably in the last week. Only five new cars were registered: Ford to Raymond Besm Silver City, Dodge to Burdette Terry Glenwood, Pontiacs to William L. Gravett Emerson and James Stanley Glenwood, Plymouth to OMVIA Tackett Gleswood. No marriage licenses were issued.
Delegates from 14,554 voting members across 30 states gathered at the NFO convention in Louisville. They approved an all commodity holding action to halt sales to pressure higher prices, with a 40 day timetable for advisement to members to stop selling grain, including livestock and dairy, and consider adding other products as opportunities arise. Key Mills county delegates included Walt er, Neil Bentley, and Palmer.
Mills county farmers report a record corn yield with about 90 000 acres planted. Dealers cite wet grain, moisture discounts, and drying needs while prices dipped to 85 to 105 cents. Yields range near 300 bushels per acre in some spots as harvest continues amid weather and field conditions.
A testimonial dinner for Congressman Bill Scherle was held in Harlan Saturday evening with a strong Mills County delegation. Wisconsin Senator Laird lauded Scherle for his vigorous work as a freshman in the U.S. Congress, as attendees noted the event’s smooth logistics and menu featuring roast Baron of Beef.
Mills county 4-H club members their parents and friends gather at the Malvern Community building Saturday for the annual awards night program starting at 3 p m Guest speakers Joan Lind burg Emerson and Bill Scherry Henderson represented Iowa at the National 4-H club Congress recently The program will recognize outstanding 4-H club members for their achievements the past year.
Eamer Leet of Pacific Junction reports a theft after leaving his keys in a 196Chevrolet parked in front of his farm home Thursday night. A car thief reportedly drove away with the vehicle.
Attendance reached 30 at the Adult Farner meeting held in the Vocational Agriculture building. Paul Hopp spoke on a swine herd health record with Dr. James J. Ahern, covering hog cholera steps and brucellosis in cattle and hogs. The next Adult Farmer class is set for Dec 18 at 7 20 p m at the Vocational Agriculture building.
Sunday schools in the Malvere community plan Christmas observances. The Presbyterian church will host a 5 p.m. program with a family potluck supper, the Baptist church an 8 p.m. program, and the Methodist church a vesper service by Sunday school classes. The interchurch youth group will carol at the Methodist church on Dec 20 at 6 p.m. with chili following.
Malvern elementary pupils will present the Pageant of Christmas on Thursday at 7:45 in the Malvern Community Building with 4th 5th and 6th grades and other grades singing carols. The high school concert directed by Virgil Buckelman and the school band directed by Warren Darrah will follow on Monday Dec 18 at 7:45.
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