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Local residents share updates on visits and departures. Virgil Tubberden, son of Will Lubberden, has moved to Maska for American Red Cross work after serving in World War II and earning the Purple Heart. Families visit relatives in Pella, Prairie City, and Louisville, with travel to Glendale and San Nexo noted. A feature on Mrs Reurt Ser Vans and her plastic apron band appears in The American. A newborn Cathy Jean Wilkes is welcomed in the area, with parental lines and Fort Campbell, Kentucky listed for Herman S Wilkes.
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Will Lubberden
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American Red Cross
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Parker and Company, Legal Publishers
Los Angeles
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Reurt Ser Vans
John Synhorst
Pella
Cory
Ser Vaas
New York
Margaret Alan
Father recalls son in final days and car rides
A father speaks after the death of his 17 year old son, describing the boy’s life, his pride in the son’s independent driving, and the struggle to understand why the tragedy occurred. He reflects on the world the boy faced and the expectations he had.
Iowa State Fair Promises Ten Days Of Thrills And Exhibits
The Iowa State Fair runs August 25 to September 3 featuring rodeo auto and stock car races mammoth circus fireworks dancing midway and the biggest fair in the state. Highlights include horse races Aug 28 29 and various shows across 200 acres with livestock and farm exhibits plus the 40 acres of farm equipment and gene shows.
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Hospital Night Call Haunts Father Over Loss
A bereaved father recalls being summoned in the dead of night, lamenting that he gave more than guidance to his son and now cannot live with the regret of how he tried to help. He reflects on the inability to teach him to use what he gave and the lasting impact of the loss.
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Pays to Feed Pullets Well While on Range
A good feeding program for pullets on range increases egg production later, says N. G. Wollney Extension pool specialist at Town State College. He recommends free choice on range to balance rations before housing, with shelled corn whole oats and 86 percent protein concentrate as basic feeds. Move feeders and waterers at least weekly on range.
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N. G. Wollney
Town State College
Wollney
Unusual haying accident injures father and son near North English
A father Melvin Rathjen and his son Larry were hurt in a haying mishap when a rope entangled them, lifting them about 40 feet before breaking and dumping them onto concrete. Both sustained broken bones and were taken for treatment.
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Melvin’ Rathjen
Larry
When to Grind Feed for Farm Livestock
Nutritionist C. C. Culbertson of Town State College offers guidance on grinding feeds. It rarely pays to grind corn for hay but grinding hay helps with intake if mixed with grain. For dairy cows, grain all feed is advised. calves can chew whole grain. Chopped hay offers no nutritional advantage and may reduce hay intake unless paired with grain.
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C. C. Culbertson
Town State College
Culbertson
Tineman
Extension Dairyman
Cuthertson
Hineman
Urge Early Soil Tests For Fertilizer Needs
Iowa farmers face a tight fertilizer year due to a sulfuric acid shortage. Town State College agronomists urge soil sampling and prompt submitting to the college soil testing laboratories to obtain accurate analyses, allowing farmers to order only what their soil requires and stretch national fertilizer supplies. Delays until spring could miss peak analysis and delivery opportunities.
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Iowa
Town State College Agronomists
Town State College
J. W. Fitts
Extension Agronomists
Proceedings of The County Board Sixteenth Day
The County Board met in regular session with all members present. Actions include approving minutes, setting salaries for principal and deputy officials, and approving clerk, treasurer, and attorney allowances. Multiple claims from various vendors and services were presented and approved, covering expenses for court, sheriff, and county offices.
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Hoard Adjourns After Brief Meeting at Town Hall
There being no further business, the Hoard adjourned. Officials Huthings Adams, John R. Fisher presided. The minutes reference maintenance expenses for Co. alg. and pts, Weldon rep, Wilson Garage, Gibba-Cook Raul Co. and a total A162.84 recorded.
Corydon Girl Sails for North Africa Mission Work
Ruth Johnson, a Corydon girl, will sail this fall for North Africa as a special worker under the Methodist Church Board of Missions. She will be gone three years.
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Ruth Johnson
North Africa
Board of Missions of the Methodist Church
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