23 Jan 1930
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1930
Page
1
Moravia Anton entered as second class mail matter at Moravia Iowa under the act of March 8 1879. H K Smith editor publisher subscription rates shown for one year six months and three months with single copy price listed.
A columnist notes that in the United States, women often take leading roles in public life and at home, citing Mrs. Hoover guiding officials and opening doors, and suggests women may insist on more self reliance as January nears its end.
The copper cent remains essential in business as the Philadelphia mint produced 185,262,100 one cent pieces in 1929, 62 million more than 1928. Despite a faulty belief that cents have little value, the longer coin age suggests growing prosperity in religious organizations, while the cent’s unit value remains indispensable.
A phonograph firm proposes lighting records at 15 cents each as manufacture surges and competition grows. With easier terms, radios become affordable for the humblest households. Record makers shift away from jazz, signaling top music may soon enter homes at low cost.
The piece notes continued subzero temperatures dipping below zero and as low as 22 below at night with deep snow drifts. It compares to old winters and jokes that next summer will bring complaints about heat.
Tod C. B. Tucker from Newell South Dakota sends a check for 1.50 asking for another year of the Union. He notes continued severe cold with subzero days since the 6th and a 20 below reading once, but little snow and little sunshine tempering the conditions.
General Pershing dismissed rumors of seeking a U S Senate seat from Nebraska saying he has no desire to pursue public office. He warned that military leaders fare poorly in politics and would lose his status as a national hero if he entered politics. A Moravia resident quipped about not hearing a good joke in five years.
Mrs Mary F Clark of Cedar Rapids aged 92 says Konjola relieved her stomach issues liver and kidney disorders back pains neuritis and bilious attacks after years of weakness She notes appetite improvement and general strength and recommends the medicine Sold at Smith drug store Moravia and by leading druggists nationwide.
Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Carl N Kennedy details rough, practical rules for estimating grain and hay in farm inventories. He describes measuring grain by cubic space, converting to bushels, and using division factors for ear corn and hay, with additional steps for stacks and silage charts in county offices.
Central district shows large rainfall swings from 2.64 to 96.21 inches affecting summer drought risk. Northwest district remains steadier with 18.26 inches range from 18.86 to 5.60 inches, supporting corn output. Long-term trends suggest eventual precipitation shifts, but current gains in yields offset declines.
The upcoming census will tally all radio sets in households nationwide, but enumerators are not required to listen at each door. The plan aims to measure radio ownership without invading privacy, signaling a broader data collection approach.
Seed catalogs are arriving ahead of Valentine Day stirring interest in garden plans. Farmers and readers are urged to look over the pretty seed offerings aiming to improve farm conditions and yields.
District Court in Appanoose County announces a filing of a paper purporting to be the last will of Melissa A Pence deceased. The court sets February 17, 1920, for final proof and probate, inviting interested parties to appear and show cause for or against probate. Dated January 18, 1930.
Two girls with stomach trouble lived on hot water and rice. After using Adlerika they can eat anything and feel fine. The first spoonful relieves gas and removes old waste matter, improving meals and sleep. Smith Drug Store.
The District Court of Appanoose County Iowa appointed Bessie Boshak Administratrix of Ira F. Boshak deceased, late of the county. Creditors must present claims legally authenticated to the court for allowance. Dated January 8 1930. Miller and Everett Attorneys Albin Iowa.
On January 16 1980 the undersigned Appanoose County Town administrator of the estate of Isabella Knapp deceased requests all indebted persons and those with claims against the estate to present them legally. Dated January 15 1930 Chester Broshar Administrator Hugh G Guernsey Attorney for Administrator.
Des Moines report shows rainfall dropping at 0.38354 inch yearly, totaling 1.94 inches over 56 years. Charles D. Reed presented to AAAS meteorological section in Des Moines December 27 28. Decline concentrates in June July August in western central districts, with southwest showing 0.84 inch less over 53 years. St Clairenda slight rise noted. Algona and St Paul Minnesota records show increases.
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