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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1948
Page
7
The Leader notes Mills county wheat reports with a standout 58 percent bushels per acre from a 14 acre field by N P Crink. Officials seek higher yields while Malvern businesses repaint facades in vivid colors. A new 4 H uniform redesign is featured in this issue with photos and details.
Glenn Pevehouse's Allis-Chalmers combine was badly damaged Monday when a truck driven by B. W. John Son of Stanton failed to stop at the Burlington underpass near Clyde Shook farm. The header was destroyed and other damage done. New parts were obtained, and Pevehouse expected repairs within a day or two.
Workers use specialized Kearney sticks to handle a 3000 volt line while keeping insulation intact. The scene shows a Kearney rep and R. W. Shrama of Red Oak across from the gags compressor station north of Emerson, as they relocate the line to a new pub without service interruption.
The Malvern independent district board estimated a 1948 49 budget at 52 650 dollars a year, about 700 dollars above last year and roughly double the 1941 49 level. Key costs include 35 000 dollars in instructional salaries, 5 700 instructional costs, 5 358 plant operation, and 3 961 plant maintenance. Tax levy rises to 44 670 dollars with 15 000 dollars expected from tuition and 7 000 dollars from state aid.
Funeral services were held at Mannsfield Funeral home for Junius Collina Byington born Davenport 1879 died at St Joseph hospital after six months illness. He was 68. Survived by widow two sons Woodford of Malvern and Willard of Kansas City, brother Woodford of Winchester, four grandchildren. preceded by Arthur in March. Burial in Malvern cemetery.
Malvern firefighters were dispatched to the Clifford Sully farm southeast of Malvern on Monday after a haystack ignited. The fire appeared to be caused by spontaneous combustion and had been smoldering for some time before the stack was extinguished.
Gail Wespmaster to host a Lew Cream Sucka ice cream social on July 24 at 7:39 PM on the church lawn. In case of rain, servings move to the church basement.
We express appreciation to the Malvern Firemen and all friends who responded quickly to our call for help at the time. Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Stille.
Mills county nears the end of a three month security loan drive reporting July 14 at 52nd in the state. It rose to second in week two but has since fallen to 67.35 percent of its $391,312 quota, totaling $224,433. The drive ends officially July 15 per state belts director Hoxer I. Warin.
Iowa 4-H introduces a new blue-green uniform with a modern slip front dress, white tie, two rows of braid on a collar, and a self-turned belt. Designed by Extension clothing experts with 4-H leaders, the dress is made for ease of care, flattering fit, and suitability for girls of any size. White auklets and standard footwear complete the intended look as local clubs prepare for a meeting and upcoming patterns.
Mrs Dudley Conner lost her purse at Omaha airport while escorting her mother. A man later claimed he found it and kept cash from the checks and license until returning the bag after an advertisement. She offered a reward and warned against paying money to the caller.
Cattle sales on good and choice steers and heifers and cows reached record highs in Omahu market. Angus heifers sold near 46, steers near 46, hogs eclipsed by central market trends, and weights varied across numerous named buyers and lots with prices ranging around mid 20s to 30s per head.
Mills County Schools have completed state aid applications led by Superintendent Line Hauitieis. The district plans to use funds after approvals, with payments expected upon state allocation. The effort focuses on student programs and district support, though details on amounts and timelines remain unclear.
A Mills County Auditor summary shows total primary election expenditures of 1102.75 dollars by multiple candidates. The largest item was Clyde I Kruse Henwood’s campaign costs, including advertising. Several listed contributors and payments appear, with many entries incomplete or garbled in the OCR, but reflect a wide range of campaign spending and donors as the primary race concluded.
Milvern Legionnaires plan to open a drive-in restaurant west of Salyers Auto Co within two weeks. The building will offer drinks and foods, with preparations underway and community notices guiding attendance at the project.
Fragmented OCR text describes health quota figures and local allocations in Mills County. The piece references Cancer quotas and regional distribution with unclear authorial details. Readability is limited by garbled phrases and missing context, offering only hints of a local statistical note.
Weather summary notes a drop in temperatures with highs around 72 and a misty week ahead. The report mentions light precipitation expected on two days and a generally unsettled pattern for the area.
Youngsters in Malvern area invited to a kids fishing contest sponsored by the Malvern Gan club on Saturday July 24. Two age groups will compete for cash prizes, boys and girls welcome, with 2500 bullheads in Noehner’s pond prepared by Swanson plant.
A garbled update describes a highway event near Montgomery with mentions of Red Oak and Vohere. The text is fragmentary, referencing dates and places but lacking clear actions or outcomes. It reads as a damaged telegraph style notice.
In June an oversight affected Wedperquist Garden dealings as Ernest Wie derquist was aligned with others in the Junge Garten. Mrs. NOP Clink, leader of Garden celui, was noted in connection with the events and the Bearer details.
Des Moines firm Hall Appraisal Co begins a $25,500 county valuation project moving offices to Clanwood. A 47 member crew will handle town appraisals, with 20 more for farms, mapping towns Malvern and Glenwood first. Clerks collect data on each property and the team then assigns valuations using multiple factors.
Hillsdale presents the Bluffs Band in an hour concert at Tuscilla Methodist church chaired by Harry Wilton of Willsdale and Malvern. The Thomas Jefferson High School band will perform with the Hillsdale group on Tuesday July water pond. Refreshments including pie and tea will be served.
Mills County fair organizers announce a large opening day parade planned for next month. The event features local groups and community sponsorships with participants from Scouts and 4H. Authorities urge residents to watch for parade routes and street closures.
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