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Newspaper
Reporter Boyden
Location
Boyden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1952
Page
4
Roy Reimers owns the farm located one mile west and three miles south of Boyden. The owner or tenant who calls at the Reporter office will receive a free 8 by 10 print of the photo.
A Hartley Iowa group toured the Sioux City Stockyards on December 19 visiting the market and packing plants after listening to the noon market broadcast. Instructors and students from Hartley and nearby towns observed Central Public market operations and site facilities.
The Midwest Soil Improvement Committee projects 1952 corn goals near 88 million acres, about 34 percent more than this year’s harvested area. It urges farmers to adopt soil management practices to boost nutrient supply and organic matter, including starter fertilizers and legume crops to improve nitrogen fixation and moisture use.
General Hoyt Vandenberg warns that even with a strong air force only about 30 percent of attacking bombers could be stopped. He argues civilian readiness, home front vigilance, and rapid restoration of cities are essential for survival. The article introduces civil defense as the sole organized means to protect lives and property.
Laur ence Gatzke a University of Iowa engineering graduate argues in The Iowa Transit that within ten years cars may use gas turbine jet engines tucked in the baggage area and running on kerosene or diesel fuel. He notes jets’ few moving parts and potential for lower upkeep and easier manufacture.
Sioux City Social Security chief says self employed individuals, including those with no prior numbers, should apply for new account cards now. Those with existing cards must obtain duplicates. The annual net earnings report will supplement the regular tax return, with no quarterly filing for self employed workers. Aimed at those earning at least 400 dollars, excluding farm operators and specific professionals. Do not delay obtaining cards.
Towa City Iowa December 1 students may begin professional studies at the State University of Iowa College of Law in February 1952 if they meet entrance requirements. Normally law courses start in September. Mid year registration aids reserves and those draft eligible to complete part of their education before active service. Eligible pre law credits applicants may apply through the registrar.
Sumner Post Office bids farewell as R. M. lease resigns after 37 years serving as senior rural carrier. The departure marks the end of a long tenure at the rural route assignment.
The Retail Wholesale Committee of the Lawton Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce mailed 1000 surveys and received 133 responses. Newspapers influenced 115 buyers, radio 15, and direct mail circulars 3. The question was added at a local radio station’s request.
Mrs. Elmer Burton of Waverly received a Chinese sword taken from a Korean soldier. The weapon was sent by her son Pfc Richard Burton, now serving with the Marines in Korea. A bald eagle near Le Roy was found dead after striking a power line. Its wingspan measured seven feet.
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