Jones County 4 H girls’ club exhibits set standard
The Jones County 4-H girls’ club achievement day showcased eight bath exhibits and seven demonstration teams. Mary McLaughlin led the personal account book contest with first place, followed by Ariene Anderson and Lucille Embree. record book honors also went to Embree with subsequent placings. Numerous family and community members attended events across Onslow Anamosa Monticello and nearby towns with gatherings, funerals and visits noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones County
Mary McLaughlin
Monticello
Ariene Anderson
Anamosa
Lucille Empree
Mechanicsville
Lucille Embree
Fairview Demonstration Team Heads to State Fair
The Fairview 4-H demonstration team from Anamosa led by Ione Koppenhaver will present at the state fair this week. Rita Koppenhaver and DeLite Folkerts join the team as they represent Jones county in a state contest after winning first place at the county event with the demonstration on Ideal Ironing Improvements.
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Fairview Oriole
Rita Koppenhaver
DeLite Folkerts
Ione Koppenhaver
Anamosa
Jones County
Fairview
Farm Women Exhibit Shines at Jones County Fair
Mrs. O. R. Howie of Monticello won first in the new farm women's hobby division with a spoon collection. Runners up include Mrs. Ray Naylor Scotch Grove with a home beautification display and Mrs. Ben Heiken Center Junction with hand painted dish articles. Honorable mention goes to Mrs. Burt Kiburz Monticello for sketches. Others featured include Mrs. Ray Adams Monticello with antique dishes and Mrs. Paul Smith Center Junction with doll collections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. R. Howie
Monticello
Jones County Fair
Howie
Ray Naylor
Scotch Grove
Ben Heiken
Center Junction
Burt Kiburz
Ray Adams
Paul Smith
Dangers of Entering Fermenting Silos Highlighted
The article warns that silo gases endanger lives during filling and days after as ensilage ferments. Pit silos are most hazardous due to poor ventilation while upright silos can be safer with surface doors open. It notes carbon dioxide buildup and suggests basic gas detection using a small animal.
Methodist Church Appointments and Local News
At the final quarterly conference in the Methodist church Friday, R G Rowley presiding, new appointments were announced including trustees and committees. Mrs E L Tomlinson hosted the Methodist Ladies Aid. services will be at the Presbyterian church next Sunday at 9 30 with union Sunday school at 10 30. State Fair visitors and residents moving to Anamosa are noted, along with a Cedar Rapids hospital surgery and house guests from Connecticut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. Horton
Harold
Dorothy Overholt
Howard Green
Russell Orr
Walter Streeper
Marvin Null
Mary Weston
Kansas City
Onslow
Adam Straub
Maquoketa
Edwin Reid
Lloyd Preston
Will Goardie
Weston
G. R. Reid
Reid
Straub
Henry A. Schmitt
William Fletcher
Tillie Gault
Chicago
Keith Lemon
Muriel Johnston
Clinton
Gale Peet
Anamosa
Wilma Menald
Strawberry Point
Mildred Streeper
Estelle McCune
Iowa City
Onslow P. T. A
Methodist Church
R. G. Rowley
C. A. McDonald
E. R. Young
Elya Hansen
Ed Duncan
Estella Stingley
Arthur Wilcox
Mabel Tomlinson
Maude Duncan
O. O. Watson
Elva Hansen
K. W. Moats
Hazel Frost
Trier
Belle Watson
Mattie Snell
Mildred Cox
Mary Wilcox
Mabel ‘Tomlinson
Jennie Leech
Tomlinson
Methodist Ladies’ Aid Society
Merl 'Evant
Fannie Serbousek
Rock Island, Til
Methodists
Presbyterian Church
Union
Women's Missionary Society of the
Will Rickels
John McNeilly
J. N. Smith
China
A. Alyea
Dean McDonald
J. B. Seehhusen
Des Moines
John Martens
Stella
Lloyd
Cliff McDonald
Paul Smith
Herman Petersen
National Hybrid Seed Corn Company
Mr. Smith
Herbert Cox
Cedar Rapids
F. L. Watson
June Douglas
Connecut
Ohio
Onslow Socials Include Card Party and Reunions
Mrs. Ernie Peters hosted the Larkin club with thirteen members playing five hundred at three tables. Prizes went to Mrs. M P Paulsen Mrs Jens Jemsen and Mrs Fred Ladenof. A class of 1930 Onslow high school reunion was held at Alva Streeper’s home with seven members recounting seven years of memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernie Peters
Larkin Club
M. P. Paulsen
Jens Jemsen
Fred Ladenof
George Overholt
Clinton
Peters
Lorraine Peters
Carpenter
Rov Berk
McDermott
David Walker
Monticello
Onslow High School
Alva Streeper
Emma Voss
Mound Marvel Atlen Richard Donald Emerges in Newark
Newark pitching sensation Atlen Richard Donald won his first 13 starts and has 30 wins in 32 starts. The youthful star belongs to Ruppert farm system with potential future Yankee pitching staff prospects ahead.
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Atlen
Richard Donald
Newark
Yankee
Ruppert
Atlea
Local Residents Share Visits and School Enrollment Notes
RICHLAND CENTER Mrs Areuls Hein and family returned from Shannon after a visit with George Hein. Mrs Jo Leberman and daughter Jeanette of Sheboygan visited Len Buol's. Jeanette attends Boulder University. Mrs G L Berry and son Jack of Blackwell Oklahoma visited Will Balsiger. John Yossi and Lucille attended Ringling Bros Circus in Cedar Rapids. Several names enrolled as students at Monticello Public Schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard P. Hicks
Allan Kiburz
Dan
Tommy
Shannon
Ihs
George B. Hein
Jo Leberman
Jeanette
Sheboygan
Wis
Len Buol
Boulder
Colo
Leberman
J. J. Janett
G. L. Berry
Jack
Blackwell
Okla
Will Balsiger
John Yossi
Lucille
Ringling Bros. Circus
Cedar Rapids
Janaan Schweitzer
Delores Yossi
Ruth N
Local Telegram Notes and Upcoming Events
Amber W J Zimmermer and family travel to Longmont Colorado to visit relatives. Cletus Boland and family dine with Myles Deeny in Cedar Rapids. Warner Heiken and daughter travel to Washington DC to visit relatives. Paul Pearson and daughter Marselen head to Marysville Kansas after visiting. A musical recital by Lavonne Streetly at Amber Presbyterian on Sept 6. Mrs Margaret Martin visiting Moorland. Francis Ralston and Cletus Boland on business to Watkins. Richard Dirks injured splitting wood. Mrs Eugene Bailey and Ethel Jean visit Maquoketa and Elkader for a wedding. Alice Walker from Springville visits grandparents. William Martin and family visit Martinsburg. Francis Ralston, depot agent, details truncated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry E. Dirks
Maynard
Margaret Martin
Moorland
Francis. Ralston
Cletus Boland
Watkins
Richard Dirks
Eugene Bailey
Ethel Jean
Maquokeia
Elkader
Meryle Bailey
Everett Neal
Mount Vernon
Miss Bailey
Alice Walker
Springville
Herman Traden
William Martin
Davis
Martinsburg
Francis Ralston
Local Social Notes From Lanham Neb And Surroundings
Mr. and Mrs. Walker of Springville visited Mr. and Mrs. Herman Tjaden while Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wehling were honored at a Lutheran church picnic in Lanham. A large group of Eden and Roelfs families attended, including Velda Eden and many relatives. Will Topping returned home from Mercy Hospital Anamosa after three weeks as a patient.
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Watkins
Co. L. McConaughy
Walker
Springvile
Herman Tjaden
Henry Wehling
Lanham
Neb
William Eden Sr
Henry Eden Sr
E. H. Eden
Wm. G Roseman
Ed G. Roelfs
Henry W, Eden Jr
Carl Eden
Dorothy Roelfs
Darlene Marvin
Velma
Roseman
el Roelfs
Elmer Scheele
Gilbert Wayne Josh
H. A. Toenjes
John Behnken
Will Topping
Mercy Hospital
Anamosa
Local visits and community notes from Monticello and area
Several families and individuals visit or host gatherings across the region. Notables include Mr. and Mrs. Carl Rutz and Doris of Rochester visiting the Stanley Bright home, Miss Velma Arduser and others spending weekends at various homes, and teachers and residents resuming activities as school starts. Des Moines and Cedar Rapids trips are noted along with anniversaries and fairs.
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Carl Rutz
Doris
Rochester
Velma Arduser
J. L. Batchelder
Doris Bright
Minnesota
Louis McDonough
State Center
Fred Weler
Dorothy and
Maud Blaker
Nora McElmeel
Clair Eggiman
Manchester
Dave Wilson
Clarence Wilson
Bernard Murray
Lee Wilson
Paul Dietiker
Des Moines
Joyce Bright
Monticello
Stanley Bright
Mike Conley
Delhi
Ray Chaplin
Jack and
Paul
Fred Weller
Cedar Rapids
Henry Becker
Frank Burkle
Dyersville
W. H. Behrends
Etta Behrends
Henry Alferts
Anamosa
Miss Collins
William Conley
Charles Stevenson
Sophia Clement
Shirley Walter
Bright Home
Passing of School Buses Regulated by New Law
The new Iowa motor vehicle laws effective July 4 require drivers to stop for stopped school buses and proceed with caution, with a speed limit of 10 mph when passing. Buses must display “School Bus” signs on front and rear, at least six inches high on a lemon background, and signs must be removed when not in use as school buses.
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Iowa
Iowa State Safety Council
Stop On Approach To Through Road
A reader notice explains the Iowa law effective July 4 requiring drivers at entrances to through highways to stop and yield to vehicles already in or near the intersection. After stopping, entry may be cautious per the Iowa State Safety Council. Also warns against bringing flames to basements due to sewer gas risk and notes accidents in Missouri where six children burned and two killed seeking a kitten with matches.
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Iowa
Iowa State Safety Council
Missouri
Local 4-H Exhibitors Noted At Jones County Fair
Among the 4-H exhibitors were Maynard Laverne Kermit and Galen Kuhns Dick Jerry and Jack Naylor. The Scotch Grove Sunshine Girls 4-H club led by Miss Eloise Kuhns placed second with their booth display. Several area residents attended fairs, family reunions, and church district events in Cedar Rapids Monticello Des Moines and Milwaukee. A Hidden Nest in a Black Hawk county barn revealed a 19 year old chicken nest with shell scraps remains of eggs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maynard
Laverne
Kermit
Galen Kuhns
Dick, Jerry
Jack Naylor
Scotch Grove
Sunshine Girls
Eloise Kuhns
F. H. Schlemme
Castle Grove
Phil Husman
Carl Husman
Phil
Harold
Monticello
James Hughes
Des Moines
J. N. Hughes
Vaneta
Henry Bartels
Iowa
Churches of the
Missouri Synod
Cedar Rapids
Frank Sutherland
Eloise Sutherland
Josephine Sutherland
Milwaukee
Arthur Norris
Hawick
Minn
Charles Nelson
Irving Eiler
Margaret
W. B. Clark
R. P. Clark
Mrs. Sutherland
Eloise
Black Hawk County
Earl Alderman
Waterloo
Alderman
Keep License Plates Clean Law Enforces Clear Legibility
A new law requires license plates on all motor vehicles to be kept clean and clearly legible at all times. Plates must be securely fastened horizontally with no swinging and positioned at least 12 inches from the ground. Iowa State Safety Council notes compliance standards.
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Iowa State Safety Council
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jones County Farm Bureau
C. O. Watson
Watson
Glen Watson
A. D. Serbousek
C. HH. Nelson
Art Norris
Gretchen Timmerman
August Henit
Abert Regiss
Cimon
Henry Schnrader
Hari Dirks
J. M. Masas
Clara Mases
S. W. Clark
ML M. Sinclair
George Dirks
Ganehter
McDonald Hospital
St Fantiorla
Himebands Return
Miro
Prank Ehinmebsuch
Will Leech
Raytona Beach
Fia
Helen
Leech
H. E. Stingley
Stingley
Ariel Romick
Ariel Romick, Who Had Charge of the Post Office During Mrs. Himebaugh
Traer
John Sindlinger
Cedar Falls
Mildred Spohn
Hearst Duncan
Barbara and
Randolph
Osage
Floyd Patterson
Volga City
S. G
Pine Grove
Harry Chase
Frank Dawes
Mary
Wisconsin Dells
Linsey
Dawes
Jean Downing
Tama
Bud Downing
J. A. McDonald
John Frohwein
Woodstock
Gwendolyn Schultz
Livermore
Frank Powers
Sheldon
Guy McDonald
Clear Lake
Augusta Norris
Frank Husman
Thelma
Leroy
Miss Husman
David
Dean
Cox
Ricka Hyde
B. W. Cox
Frank Snyder
Marjorie Shroyer
Joliet
Gordon Shroyer
Edna Wasson
Alvin Hanna
California
Mar
F. L. Provan
Wyoming
W. J. Nicholas
August Cramer
W. M. Evans
S. R. Ferguson
Provan
Keating
Etta English
Canton
David Orr
W. H. Orr
Russell Chaplin
Jimmy
Ted Marshall
S. G. Hutton
Carl Brown
A. K. McMaster
C. A. Rowe
Henry Moenk
Sioux City
Carl Hutton
Paul Farm
Harriet Lamey
Lydia Kyen
Arthur Barlow
Elva Immer
George Lyon
J. R. Kennedy
Marvin Hanwardson
Jones County Baby Beef
Iowa State Fair
George Fraser
John H. Fraser
Richland Center
Areuls Hein
Amber
W. J. Zimmerm
Ralph Slade and His Orchestra
Iowaland
Ake
O.K
L.W.B
Matthiessen
Auto & Supply Co
Arend Balster
Monarch
Duble
Hotel Sherman
Frankie Masters
Gackie Heller
NBC
Ghiczge
Esata
Associated Banks of
Citizens Savings Bank
Farmers Savings Bank
Martello
Citizens Stat
Monticello State Bank
Onslow Savings Bank
Onslow Ank
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