16 Mar 1950
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1950
Page
1
Citizens criticize high snow banks along business streets after center clearing by state road crews. Pedestrians step over banks to cross, water covers sidewalks during thaws, and calls rise to reinstate faster removal once funded by town treasury. Some urge higher snow removal taxes or extra staff.
An Iowa State University Business Digest analysis shows Pocahontas County vastly above the state average with per capita income of 1 218 dollars compared with the state 1 148. Nearby counties vary, Scott tops at 1 665 and Decatur trails at 586, with soil fertility noted as a key factor.
Wallaces' Farmer reports farm leaders are divided over plan details but share support for production payments tied to supply and demand with consumer relief measures like food stamps and school lunches. The piece urges finding common ground and a swift compromise. It also notes 24 million square feet of glass used annually by American tracks for covering major league ballparks.
Pocahontas County Iowa notices to property owners including Wolfe Climp son Stowell and Garlock of Corn Belt Power Cooperative plans to condemn land for a transmission line. Commissioners will view property April 4 1950 at 9 30 AM at the Sheriff office Pocahontas County to appraise damages.
Rolfe Iowa council grants a Class B beer parlor license for one year to Clarence Ogden on Garfield street with a $250 fee. Meeting notes record approved minutes, bills paid, and a cigarette permit for S. A. Oleson at Phillips Oil Station.
In North English Iowa on Juary 14 1895 Marcus Kolosik and Schauff couples joined in a double wedding. Last month both couples marked their 60th anniversary. Mr Kolosik and Mrs Schauff are siblings. The milestone is rare for a double ceremony.
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