12 Jun 1952
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Newspaper
Moravia Union
Location
Moravia, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1952
Page
1
In a travel log style piece Risys Ramblins notes Moravians who vacationed in California and the East return with a renewed appreciation for home. They contrast West Coast beauty with Midwest and New England scenery, warn of New York’s housing and import dependence, and describe the vast United Nations complex and radar installations. They remark on government spending and a lingering sense of threat.
Iowa State College poultry expert L Eggleton predicts a about one third rise in 1952 broiler output as producers with capital expand beyond traditional laying flocks. He notes many former meat poultry handlers quit, imports remain necessary, and profitable operations require at least 5000 birds yearly with steady marketing schedules and proper strain selection.
The piece notes road closures for military use and bomb shelters at strategic points. Interceptor stations report 24 hour vigil with crews ready to act. It includes a reader’s weather inquiry about Iowa, a warm April, and bountiful garden news with berry picking near Karl Tuttle’s home.
New pocket size Swingline Tot 40 stapler described as the right tool for home or school. Includes 1,000 staples for 8 cents and other staples up to 7 dollars 50 cents. Not a toy.
Moravia Union reports Markwell staplers are in stock at the office, highlighting dependable performance and ready availability for customers seeking reliable stationery supplies.
County Extension Director John E. Mc Caughey warns farmers to keep milk and cream dust free this spring to meet federal and state regulations. Dust from fields settles on equipment, containers must be rewashed, kept tightly covered, and sanitized with warm water and a wetting agent. Creameries receive sediment charts. milk must be clean not merely "cleaned" to avoid condemnation under the pure food law.
In Des Moines Register and Tribune classified sections, place your ad at the Moravia Union office or contact Moravia Union for submission. Ensure ad details, payment, and contact information are included for timely processing.
Alton Wilcox, chairman of the Monroe county soil conservation district, urged farmers to boost 1952 production by six percent through conservation farming. He said most gains must come from land already in use, with benefits from lime, fertilizer, and methods like strip cropping and terracing. He cited U S and local data and urged careful expansion to protect the land while meeting national defense goals.
Regular session of the Appanoose County Board with members Earl Exline Walter Harper and C Wilson. Transactions include general fund claims for supplies services and postage and a long list of payments to local businesses and individuals for clerical medical and administrative expenses. Public works and poor fund disbursements also noted with several trustees and jurists receiving fees and allowances.
A crowded patchwork of visits and gatherings across Fairview Unionville and nearby farms. Families including Hiatt Lockman Taylor Proctor and Main are mentioned with multiple Sunday and Thursday calls and a mother daughter banquet at E U B church. Local extension advice urges cornfield cutworm monitoring and toxaphene spraying at two pounds per acre.
Doris Maddison and Dotitia Rog preside at a Busy Maidens gathering for first place in the picture contest held May 26 at the Hilton. Aileen Turner takes second. meeting opens with 4-H pledge led by Albert Turner. Officers appointed, Rally Day food fund approved, honorary member Mr Norerberg discussed. Refreshments served. Donna Rogers reports.
E P Bylwent er, a weed specialist at Tow State College, advises farmers to wait at least 10 days after applying 24-D before cultivating. He notes odds of 12 to 1 that farm buildings will escape lightning damage if they are properly rodded and grounded.
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