Auction of Peter Keuning Farm Near Pella Totals 420 per Acre
Public sale of the 45 acre Keuning farm west of Pella reported Friday with bids at 420.00 per acre. Administrators of the estate also sold land sections Thursday. Local names Gerrit De Haan and Ants The Gerr, plus Jim Kuiper and M. Veenendaal, were noted among buyers. Nearby residents and visitors including Mrs Alicia Ellicott and Nina Van Gorp were mentioned in weeklong events around Pella and surrounding areas.
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Peter Keuning
Pella
A.M. de Cook
Gerrit de Hinaman
Ants
Ani Toom
Jim Kuiper
M. Veenendaal
Sadler
Beek
West Virginia
Alicia Ellicott
Kellogg and
Newton
Anna Bruins
Kat Oakland
Cale Billy Sparky
Maska
Pneumoni
Peter V Rp
Lafayette
Indiana
Nina van Gorp
Pellar
Larry
Council Bluffs
Emery Gaurd
Use of 2 4 D to control weeds in stubble
A historical note on applying 2 4 D to kill weeds in oats stubble. Mentions targets such as morning glory hindweed thistle and others regrowing in fields. Recommends 1 to 11 pounds per acre across days and advises a second spray when plants reach 6 to 10 inches high to reduce danger.
Woman Burned To Death In Kerosene Explosion
Mrs. Frank Raymond, a young mother of two, died in a kerosene explosion at her home near Soldier. A five gallon can with the bottom blown out lay beside the stove. no witnesses were present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Raymond
Soldier
Iowa University Announces Four Year Nursing Course
The Sreshmasy director states admission may include advanced standing for applicants who have completed one or two years of work at another college or university.
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Iowa University
Thent
Cole Eve
School of
Nuing
Attack on Coops Debate at Tuesday Night Meeting
A public debate over attacks on coops surfaced Tuesday night as the Pella Chronicle faced pressure to publish anonymous ads. A motion urged Governor Beardsley to back quarterly contributor disclosure and public records of campaign finance tied to Iowa Associated Businessmen, Inc. Endorsed by local coop members and officers, the effort defends free speech while calling for transparent funding of political influence.
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Romely
Pella
Chronicle
Iowa Associated Businessmen, Inc
Si Tield
John DeNooy
Pel. Ja
Ernor Willia
Elmer G. van Zee
Arthur Huyser
Sully
John van den Baard
Otley
Chanley Fleming
Tainter
John A. Grandin
Leighton
A. J. Terlouw
Local Group Seeks Members Amid A Comet Rally
A community group invites new members after a recent comet sighting sparked interest. Organizers emphasize inclusive participation, upcoming meetings, and plans for public astronomy events with talks and stargazing sessions.
Christian Highs New Facilities Detailed In School Report
The Christian High project describes a renovated library and laboratory suite with a modern science lab, a six desk setup with water sinks and gas, a large demonstration desk, and new audio visual aids. A spacious gymnasium with maple floor, stage, storage, and seating for 460 is complete, while a home making room features electric stoves, a refrigerator, and new sewing machines.
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Shevin
Leonard Peteron Co
Chicago
Rule on Leasing Seedings Draws Tenant Contention
A discussion from Iowa State College extension notes a lease clause gap on cutting failing seedings in farm leases. It explains tenant restrictions on harvesting new seedings for hay and alfalfa growth in fall, with cases cited where disputes arose over pasture and water rights and a Northwest Iowa tenant selling clover seed. The article cites advisement from extension agronomists on handling such seedings and clarifying lease protections.
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Extension Farm Ec
Ilown State College
Arthur
Iowa
Iowa State
New Sizing System Aids Mothers for Clothes Shopping
A new height and weight based sizing system helps mothers buy children’s clothes. Based on a Bureau of Home Economics study of 150000 children ages 4 to 17, manufacturers are adopting uniform sizing, aiding consistency across garments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucille Rea
Iowa State College
Uch
Bureau of Home Economies
United States Department of Agriculture
Misa Hew
Community School Building Promises Central Town Site
A new six and a half acre school building near the square will host home making and athletics with landscaping and walks planned. The Christian Tight School Society runs the facility offering access to Reformed Church children and others by special arrangement. public visits welcomed.
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Christian Tight School Society
Chi
Marion County Board Proceedings July 1949 Deliberations
Records document the Marion County Board of Supervisors meeting on July 1 1949 with minutes, accounts, and resolutions. Topics include court house bidding, transfer of funds between road funds, and authorization for public notices. Names such as James Rigen and county officers appear among motions and expenditures in a formal ledger style.
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James Rigeen
Marion County
da Huth Zone
Marion Counts
Lawn
Elaina
Baca
Laka
Sawinger
Wank
Sad
Ned Guar
Annie Town
Teena
Tov
Mugdiente
Peeril “Talwaratarios
Hos Tilt
Xheeitt
el Breivey
Servien
Billy” Ring
Tyes
Rey Rhosville
Beprees Peinsiee
Rneyville Journal
Ray Cline
Milly Sat
Willian
Russell Dyer
Herman Me Brown
Goce
Cashman-Wilaen Oil Co
Tube Globe Much. Ce
Lhia Bee
Thue Kueonn Co
Sehiebout Body
Sinclair Metinins Co
View Reteoud Co
Malit Yan'a “Motor Service
Wip
View Barn Tallis Waterton Steet Et
Sewiinon Garis
de Wenn
Loren A. Townire
Rlleage
Goncrete Prod Me
Pipe Core
Herman M. Reawn' Co
Ogg Y Water Works
International Harvester Co
Ge Donghman
Dykatra
Ege Kenter
Pont Banks Westein
Kopwile Exton
Teen-Age Drivers Involved in Fewer Crashes in 1949
Iowa safety officials report a decline in teen age drivers in fatal crashes through June with 31 young drivers ages 13 to 20 involved, down from 45 in the same period last year. The share of teen drivers in fatalities drops to 12 percent of the 267 total. Older youths aged 21 to 24 show higher fatal involvement than 1948.
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Towa
State Safety Department
Asco
Iowa
Elders de Worte
Tecrac
Dry Dairy Cow Care Boosts Next Lactation Yields
A report emphasizes a four to eight week dry period for dairy cows with three key goals: body reserves, calf development, and a strong colostrum value. Feeding strategies include pasture access or liberal hay and silage, with grain rations adjusted to cow condition. Proper dry-cow management can add up to 35 percent more milk in the next cycle.
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Towa State
Murley
Marl Hox
Marley
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