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Newspaper
Moulton Weekly Tribune
Location
Moulton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1928
Page
2
The Tribune announces a new feature for inner pages listing week’s radio programs prepared by the National Broadcasting Company. Readers suggested the idea, notably N. H. Peterson of Des Moines. Weekend visits and hometown news fill local notes with several people traveling or visiting family events.
The Tribune, an official county city and school paper, began publication in 1884 with a yearly rate of $1.25 outside the county and $1.50 within. It is entered as second class matter at the Moulton, Iowa post office.
Mr and Mrs Butler Bird were seen in Bussey Iowa on Saturday in what appears to be a local social mention.
Walter P Swarts reports developing Kansas crops look promising for farmers due to ample rainfall. Elmer Post suffers a painful arm injury after his Ford cranked and kicked. Mac McKenney enjoys fishing with a relaxed approach. George Moore reports a record large potato measuring 9 1 2 by 12 1 2 inches and harvesting first new potatoes June 6. Moulton news highlights civic improvements under H E Patterson planning an ice plant. Mrs Viola Swarts, 2 miles southwest of Moulton, aged over 70, keeps fit by walking to town and back every trip.
A mix of verse on life’s woes ends with civic news on county finances and an election. It notes debt, calls for economy, tax cuts, and urging public discussion. Readers are invited to submit feasible plans for publication.
French researchers Sartory and Langlais measured germ counts in Paris air and subway before and after rain. A wet day yielded 38 800 germs per cubic meter at 6 p m versus 16 000 on a dry day. subway tracks showed 410 bacteria when wet and 68 000 two hours later when dry. Officials urge more sprinkling and use calcium chloride to dust control.
For sale two livestock lots: 400 yearling ewes half black face half Delaine with nine bucks. Inquire Tobin's Livery. Also notice a trade or sale of a five room bungalow in block No 35 lots 7 to 12. Full particulars by Ray Ragsdale 5458 Itaska Street St. Louis Missouri.
Ice box in good condition advertised for sale. See Mrs. B. B. Bird for details.
A compilation notes over 1.0 billion dollars spent on U S highway improvements last year. It cites expanded links among national parks and the Defense highway cutting eight miles off Washington to Annapolis. Minnesota public roads reach 100000 miles with 7000 trunk highways under patrol maintenance and 33 million dollars spent annually.
Rainfall across the Central West and major milk regions has been abundant, signaling higher milk and butter output. Butter arrivals to Eastern markets were slightly below last year’s level, while Chicago and New York butter markets stayed steady with a 0.5 cent rise to 43 cents on 90 Score Standard. Egg production remains favorable, with weekly receipts down modestly from the prior week but above last year, and top quality eggs fetching higher prices in Chicago and New York.
Class No 9 organized a cafeteria supper at the Christian church last Friday night and netted around thirty dollars. The event drew local attendees and showcased community effort. Proceeds were to support church activities and youth programs.
A graphic Lenox Time-Table story describes a terrible storm and tornado that struck Monday of last week. Farm homes were completely destroyed and stock killed. The storm area measured one and a half miles wide and six miles long. Lenox is the home of Mr and Mrs Jeff Killion, former residents of Moulton.
Work on the grading and graveling of the county roads progresses slowly due to continued rains.
One to three good building lots on pavement are available for sale or inquiry through Dr. E. D Sellers. The notice emphasizes prime location and easy access, inviting interested buyers to contact Seller for details.
Classified notice offering two dwelling houses for rent and a hotel available for rent or trade. References H Powers P and inviting inquiries to arrange viewing or terms.
Draying and trucking services offered with reasonable prices and reputed best service. Contact Gregory Garags for arrangements.
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