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Newspaper
Pella Chronicle
Location
Pella, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1954
Page
13
Nonfat dry milk solids quickly grew in popularity with American homemakers, praised for nutrition and economy. Bakers and manufacturers have long used it, with 100 pounds of fluid milk yielding nine pounds of solids, boosting protein and calcium intake while enabling ready mixes and versatile dairy products.
The State Conservation Commission reports 870 hunting and fishing violations from January through May 1954, totaling 6476 in fines, versus 320 violations and 8174 in fines in the same period in 1953. Two-thirds of arrests were for unlawful fishing. fines overall are lower despite more violations, with fish and game law enforcement highlighted.
Eldon Job and P rion county chairmen of the savings bonds division report May purchases of series E and H bonds in their counties totaling $91,730, boosting five month county totals to $742,252 for 55.24 percent of the 1954 Kuyper quota. Iowa statewide reached 54 percent of its annual goal. 78 counties surpassed 50 percent. H bonds drive a 117 percent rise while E bonds fell 10 percent. Highlights include Mahaska County at $62,231 and 60.49 percent. Jasper County at $110,747 and 62.09 percent.
Iowa State Fair officials announce a Centennial transportation show featuring wagons coaches surreys buckboards and more. A covered wagon dating to 1883 and a glassed wedding coach highlight the parade on opening day August 28 with vehicles also on display through September 6 at the Centennial fair grounds.
American milk consumers are a hard drinking bunch. They downed more than 12 billion quarts last year as dairymen worldwide come to the U. S. to study America’s low-cost system of milk production, distribution, sanitation, pasteurization and supply. Vanilla remains America’s favorite ice cream flavor at about 51 percent, with 18 percent chocolate and almost 10 percent strawberry. Butter is not considered fattening, nutritionists say, since fat is burned for energy in an adequate diet. Most mothers strive to ensure their families get enough milk, yet a U. S. Government report notes women generally have a poor record as milk consumers.
Amvet Auxiliary reports show big and small hog producers changing farrowing plans differently in 1954. Large operators kept near prior levels, while small herds bred more sows, often moving farrowings earlier to January and February. The study, financed by Chicago Union Stock Yards, covers 1953–1954 and highlights price effects on farrowing decisions.
Infractions are issued to county school boards in the counties where violations occurred, marking a distributed enforcement pattern. The notices reflect local governance actions, with the boards responsible for addressing cited governance or policy breaches.
Knoxville Marion county ACS chapter praises Amvets Auxiliary No 78 for mailing New Horizons to about 3000 residents quarterly. Volunteers handle addressing, stamping, subscriber list upkeep, and distribution at hospital, induction center, and through charity efforts while providing community services and baby layettes.
Ice cream is recognized as a basic seven food by the Federal government. The article highlights its easy digestibility and notes that one-sixth quart of average vanilla ice cream can provide a nutritious portion for an individual.
Correction notes a collision near Prairie City on Saturday June 12 1954 involving Louis B Van Hoesen of Des Moines and Marion Schuring of Pella. Initial damage estimates of 260 and 800 dollars were lowered to 75 and 300 dollars respectively.
In the June 24 1954 edition the Bella Chronicle notes pig production groups planning staggered sales. Operators with pigs born in January February expect August September markets while March May farrowings target November December.
The United States used 1 334 758 long tons of new rubber in 1953, a 5.86 percent rise from the 1952 record of 1 260 883 long tons, per the AAA Motor Club of Town.
Iowa's dairy sector yields over 350 million dollars yearly in product sales and breeding. With 200,000 full time dairy workers and related plant expenditures, dairying sustains state prosperity. June alone is expected to add about 40 million to Iowa's economy as money moves through retailers and businesses.
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