Needy to get surplus pigs help for Iowa families
Needy Iowa families can raise their own pork this fall and winter under a plan by the AAA and the federal relief administration to dispose of surplus pigs. Pigs will be received in designated counties and placed with needy families to grow for winter meat, with no pay to farmers for excess animals.
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Iowa
AAA
Federal Emergency Relief Administration
W. J. Albers
Relief Administration
Rural Rehabilitation Division
R. M. Evans
Evans
Vergie Winters Comes to Rivola Oskaloosa for 3 Days
Ann Harding stars in The Life of Vergie Winters a 22 year romance from 1910 to 1932 set in a small American town. John Bole co-stars as the male lead in a large RKO production with a vast supporting cast.
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Rivola
Oskaloosa
Ann Harding
John Bole
Vergie Winters
Sofield
Rko-Radio
Hollywood
John Boles
Gasoline theft hits New Sharon area and churches
An epidemic of gasoline thefts unsettles New Sharon motorists. Reports say siphon thefts drained tanks in vehicles parked near churches and the kittenball field, with several incidents occurring Monday and Thursday nights.
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New Sharon
Main Street
Watchmen Act After Gasoline Theft
The mayor A J Hollebrands and night watchman Will Powers warn that any gasoline thief will be arrested and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. The note says some refuse to give up motoring despite poverty or stubbornness, and while weekly thefts aren’t large, they could total enough for grand larceny.
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A. J. Hollebrands
Will Powers
New Sharon Star
State fair opens with record entries in Des Moines
Des Moines Iowa August 22 the eightieth annual state fair and exposition opens with entries running up to fifty percent ahead of last year. The first big day Friday offers free admission for all under sixteen and a children’s party for over 30000 youngsters. Night shows begin with a circus fireworks and band concerts as auto races and 4-H judging start. VeteransDay festivities on Saturday feature Legion events and five days of horse racing follow.
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Des Moines
Spee
Iowa
Fields Entered For The Fair Compete For Over Ten Thousand
Entries for the fair will compete for over 10000 dollars in purses. The contest promises strong exhibitor turnout and notable prizes across multiple divisions. Local organizers urge community support and attendance at the event.
Albia Packing Plant to reopen for government beef
The former Albia Packing Co. plant, idle since a brief Ranger operation, will be reopened within two weeks to kill and chill beef under the government emergency cattle buying program. R. A. Sloan and George Shoemaker announced the sale and leadership, with the plant to be run under the new contract to process government beef.
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Albia Packing Co
Ranger Packing Co
Iowa
Monroe County News
R. A. Sloan
Dex Moines
First Iowa State Bank
George Shoemaker
Towa
Albia
Permanent basis discussed by Mr Sloan in Albia
Mr Sloan spoke in Albia about a permanent basis continuing after the government project ends, signaling long term plans despite program closure and suggesting ongoing community implications for Oska losa residents.
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Sloan
Albia
Oskalosa Tribune
Many Farmers Unseal Cribbed Corn in County
Montezuma Republican reports that numerous farmers have unsealed cribbed corn and delivered shelled corn to an elevator, freeing the loan holder as the government is repaid. One estimate totals 80,000 bushels worth about $36,000 at 45 cents per bushel, with loans to farmers in the county around $225,000.
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Montezuma Republican
Three Months Old Child Undergoes Delicate Bowels Operation
Dr Mater and Dr Stone operated on three month old Dwaine to remove an intestinal obstruction. The delicate procedure was performed last Saturday due to the infant’s age. The operation was successful and the baby is steadily improving and expected to return to normal soon. Knoxville Express reports.
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Mater
Stone
Dwaine
Knoxville Express
Pershing Mine Opens for Fall and Winter Season
Pershing mine resumes operations for the fall and winter mining season as crews prepare for extended work. The reopening signals renewed activity after a seasonal pause, with plans to ramp up extraction and processing through the colder months.
Miners Return as Mine Reopens After Summer Layoff
The mine closed May 12 for summer rest leaving 200 miners destitute and on relief. With the mine reopening on Tuesday many workers will soon find employment, a welcome relief to them and their families.
Bus Schedule Signals Departures From Central Park Cafe
Passenger bus service lists departures to Des Moines and Pella with times in the morning and evening. Buses leave Central Park Cafe for Des Moines at 9 30 a m 8 80 p m and 7 48 pm and for Pella to Oskaloosa at 9 26 a m 8 25 p m and 7 36 pm.
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Des Moines
Pella
Oskaloosa
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Sadler
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Pella Public Schools
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