Harness racing at Great Jones County Fair marks 126th year
Aces Avi Sorius notes the 126th anniversary of harness racing at the Great Jones County Fair. Historic facts include Hambletonian X lineage from Chester NY and the sport's growth to 625 fairs nationally. The two minute mile feat and Pop Geers bicycle sulky history highlight the era.
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New York City
Harlem Road
Hambletonian X
Chester
N. Y
Jones County Fair
Pop Geers
Detroit
Grasshopper Kill Should Continue Fight Despite Populations
Extension entomologist Harold Gunderson warns that grasshoppers remain active in weeds and fence rows and will move into fields as August heat arrives. He urges immediate control using chlorinated compounds and bait, noting higher danger as they grow larger and stressing precautions to protect livestock.
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Harold Gunderson
Iowa State College Extension
Gunderson
Fairfield quiz master fined for speedy answer
Clay Rush the Des Moines radio quiz master was asked how fast he was driving in Fairfield. His answer earned him five dollars in traffic court there.
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Clay Rush
Des Moines
Fairfield
Wax Protects Walls and Woodwork With Simple Wax
A Iowa State College expert notes a coat of wax protects varnished woodwork tile walls and sills from marks and fingerprints. Wax aids cleaning around light switches cupboards handles and on leather goods. Also reports a man finding a rock shaped like a shoe on his Elkader farm.
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Nora Workman
Iowa State College
Elkader
Duane Feller
Need a Loan Private Interview Offers Flexible Repayment
A loan service invites you to a private interview to discuss your needs. It promises courteous attention and personalized service with repayment terms spread over several months to fit your budget. Inquire without obligation.
Hog Prices Seen Steady Through Winter
Iowa State College economist Francis Kutish notes December hog prices likely hold near seasonal lows but may not fall as much as usual. He expects meat demand to stay strong, wages and incomes to rise, with slightly lower meat supply. Prices may rise modestly this fall with smaller dips, and the winter low may come later due to later spring farrowing.
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Francis Kutish
Iowa State College
Katish
Kutish
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Grundy Center
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