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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1975
Page
2
American Beef Packers Inc reopens its Oakland plant as Frank West dodges criminal subpoenas and creditor recriminations. Feeders greet the return of a local cattle buyer while doubts linger on profits reaching creditors. The piece questions the judgment of GE Credit and laments perceived injustice toward smaller offenders.
From Malvern Botna Valley Grain and Richard Bass received a Chevrolet pickup. In Glenwood Eldon Smith Franklin Stotts Charles Vinton and Glenwood Transit Lines received Chevrolet vehicles, with a GMC Pac Jet labeled Glee Dashner and Emerson Ford listed among others. Lorraine Strand reports one marriage license issued to Fred Bartles 28 and Roberta Hanlin 36 both of Glenwood.
Southeast Iowa column notes social quirks and small town life with humor about marriage eras, funerals, weddings, censorship, a toddler, and a double take on household roles. The piece blends local business chatter with light reflections on aging, parenting, and cultural mores in Mills County.
Mrs. Howard Palmer reports growing financial trouble at American Beet Packers and widespread dealer payment issues. NFO Fat Cattle Director Bill Sellhorst says bonding under Packers and Stockyards Act often fails to protect sellers. NFC checks packers through Dunn & Bradstreet and American Credit Indemnity, using credit insurance or irrevocable letters of credit to ensure payment.
Funds on deposit as stated in the Letter of Credit illustrate one benefit for NFO members selling through the organization. The text notes individual farmers struggle with problems when dealing with large corporations, underscoring the advocacy role of NFO in supporting producers.
Senator Cal Hultman notes a week of debate on a 427 page criminal code revision with capital punishment amendments defeated by one vote. He describes efforts to curb marijuana penalties, and outlines proposed bills on corporate farming, retailer price marks with board approval, and limiting legislative per diem after May 15 as the next focus.
The Leader will photograph children in direct living color at the Malvern Community Building on Friday March 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Parents need bring only their child as there is no charge or obligation and no subscription needed. A professional photographer will pose kids while families can view finished portraits and optional discounted options.
Lloyd R. Smith, Auditor of State, announced Feb 18 that the Town of Malvern’s audit for the year ending December 31, 1973, is completed and filed for public inspection. The report notes 21 funds and total receipts of 246,184.59 with 3,200.00 transfer receipts and other figures.
The Southwest Iowa Area 4-H Council plans an Area Intermediate 4-H Conference for ages 12 to 14, April 19-20 at Iowa Western Community College in Clarinda. Activities include presentations, slide college, discussion groups, mixers, games, and talks on awards, projects, events, and senior activities. Contacts: Mills County Area Council members Keira Sell, Tabor, and William Angus, Malvern.
Mills county magistrates John Watson and Esther Engle docketed several cases in Metairie and Plattsmouths aligned jurisdictions. Names include Rhoda Larson William Stifle George Whitmire Randall Major Kevin Harmon Casperson Alan Larson Neil Houser Paul Griego David Greenwood Max Harmon Tim Miller and Stephen Stafford. Two accidents occurred February 16 on Mills county roads with damages totaling $200 plus $338.58 and no injuries reported.
Right front end damage reported with no damage estimate. No injuries were reported.
In Mills County district court the will of Elmer S Carlberg deceased was admitted to probate on February 1975 with Hila A Carlberg named executor. Creditors must file claims within six months from second publication. action to contest must start within one year. The notice also lists Golda H Windle estate probate with similar executor appointment and filing requirements.
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