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Newspaper

Pella Chronicle

Location

Pella, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1949

Page

5

Classified Ad Fragments Highlight Local SALES And Supplies

A jumble of classified items lists sale dates May 1 and various offerings. Mentions monuments and markers pricing, seeds, seed corn, farm chemicals, sprayers, adding machines, poultry services, hatching, and building supplies. Names like Van Zee, Dick W, Dick Kuiper, and Newton area references appear amid scattered contact details and product notes.

Seldon The Pelle Chronicle Huey Sephone Co

Local Used Cars and Real Estate Ads Lead Off

Dense classified page listing real estate and vehicle buys consults. Ads feature Electrolux appliances prices, several car makes including Ford Chevrolet and Plymouth, plus farm equipment, boats, tractors and rental notices. Puzzles out to a bustling rural market with multiple dealers in Pella Iowa and surrounding areas.

Studebaker Buick Ford Dodge Chevrolet M&m “Ry Cult Bord-Ferguson TAC McCormick-Deering Steel McCormick-Deering Oliver D. Bradley B. van

Diverse Help Wanted Ads and Services Varying Locals

A collage of classified lines offers help wanted postings and service ads for many trades. Listings include trucking, construction, livestock, textile work, home repairs, plumbing, interiors, and poultry care, with contact names and phone numbers in small town midwestern settings. The scattered copy references Marion Van Gorp, Van Gilet, J. B. Dahm, and other local providers alongside auctions, weather items, and product offerings.

Dan Stainbrook North Market Oskaloosa Lowa J. B. Dahm PELLA West Side Square Harriet Kuyper Eart First St

Pig Brooder Lamps Danger Signals and Court Action

Fragmentary notes mention pig brooder lamps being dangerous and reference court proceedings in Knoxville. The text hints at filings, fees, and a district court clerk’s involvement, with scattered references to parties and potential safety and liability concerns surrounding the lamps.

Cards of Thanks and expressions of gratitude from multiple families

A collection of thank you notes from relatives and friends thanking neighbors and caregivers for support after injuries and hospital stays. Messages honor those who sent cards gifts prayers and visits and express ongoing appreciation from Mrs. William Schakel Mrs. Forre Ver Ploys J. Rovaart and others.

Vitl Hospital Oud Daley Cinplages William Schakel Forre

Altering patterns before cutting improves fit and saves time

Clothing specialists at Town State Colleg recommend altering patterns in many ways before cutting fabric. Check pattern envelope measurements, compare pieces, and add ease. Adjust for shoulder, bust, hip differences with darts and gores to tailor fit.

Town State Colleg

Barley Makes a Comeback in Iowa Fields

A historic crop revival features barley regaining ground in Iowa where stress from plant disease and drought cut yields from over five million bushels to around 3,000. Extension agronomists cite the new high yielding Moore variety as key, with livestock feeders backing the crop revival and broader farm resilience.

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Survey on Iowa pig herds shows rising early piglets

The survey projects a large rise in early sows in Iowa, noting a 200 percent jump from December to May. It cites 2,098,000 sows forecast for spring and references increased use of central heating and electricity as factors. Estimates, dates, and agency names are discussed along with forthcoming revisions from the Agriculture Department and related services.

Livestack Matehine Mei Farman

Land Work By Forrest Lamer’s Team Described

When Forrest Lamer of near nut fell ill, 23 workers weighed feathered and plowed 100 acres of land in six hours, representing a remarkable early example of cooperative farming effort in the community.

Forrest Lamer Near Nut

Phosphate and nitrogen boost small grain yields in field tests

The report notes 0 pounds of nitrate increased oat yields, while 60 pounds of phosphate raised yields by 4 bushels per acre. Barley and wheat showed stronger responses. nitrogen boosted wheat growth and protein content. Historical note mentions the first newspaper west of the Mississippi, the Missouri Gazette, founded in St. Louis in 1845.

Phe The Missouri Geegette St. Lewis

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