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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1955
Page
11
The text explains how light forms an image on film and the retina, and how camera settings control exposure. It notes overexposure and underexposure degrade photos, and discusses choosing lens opening based on light reaching the subject for proper illumination.
Sikeston plans to convert a blighted arroy area along Wellington Street in Fairgrounds addition into a park and playground. City leaders and residents support the project, but land must be acquired from private owners who oppose prices. officials say progress is underway with Mayor Butler aiding efforts.
The city approves plans to remove a long standing odor and convert an eyesore into a beautified space near the old industrial area. A new playground will be built, giving the ward a long awaited improvement for residents and children.
In Sikeston last week J S Wallace representative from Scott County urged a year delay on statewide valuation increases imposed by the Tax Commission. A House committee urged delay but the Senate rejected the measure. A companion bill to lower local levies passed both houses and awaits the governor with an emergency clause to take effect immediately. If signed June starts the offset of higher valuations, Scott County faces about 46 million dollars in increased assessed value and Sikeston could see about two million.
Leslie Agency claimed top honors in two separate contests. One program rewarded high premium volume and sales matched to auto insurance business across Missouri and neighboring states, while Kansas City Life Insurance awarded May prizes for life insurance sales.
Benton Cape Girardeau police arrested Wayne Furlong on charges of stealing about 15 payroll checks from Rodenbaugh and Carvalb Lumber Co Cape Girardeau. Three checks for 50 dollars to Earl Bryant were cashed at Eifert’s tavern Fornfelt and Purple Crackle East Cape Girardeau Tl. Earl Bryant’s payments were traced via check writer used at the lumber company.
A disrupted morning scene ends with a patron paying his bill as tension rises. The incident unfolds with confusion over charges and a tense exchange involving several patrons and staff.
Butler County conservation agents recount a humorous encounter when a farmer called to remove a deer he claimed was chasing cattle. Agent Roger Biesemeyer found the “deer” in the barn was a billy goat, near Neelyville just north of the Arkansas line. The report ends with an odd note about soils and agriculture.
An amateur gardener and a farmer both irrigation practices emphasize soil water behavior. Dry soil holds water against gravity until capacity is reached, with little lateral movement. Deep watering and post rain irrigation promote deeper roots, improving drought resistance and plant vigor. Use tensiometer to judge moisture, check depth by digging, and water evenly with slow sprinklers on well drained soil.
Real estate transfers listed include J D Riley to Dennis James for 167 acres in section 8 township 28 range 12 with other considerations. M Jarrett to W W Heigle for 90 acres at 14 100. Dale Alcorn to Wm Gladney for lot 25 block 4 part lot 29 Clayton East Acres Sikeston. Eustace P Aldridge to Wm Gladney for part lot 29 Clayton East Acres Sikeston. Edward C White to Joseph Sanders for 1800 dollars and lots 11 to 14 block 6 Lightner edition Time. Edward Scheeter to Norman J Burger for lot 2 Scheeter subdivision. Osbon Grayani to Sam F Powers for lot 2 1 2 block 6 Chaffee. Charles A Conk and Frank A Hequem borrowed Jr to Thomas S Houston and R S Logan Jr for 242 acres in section 2 township 27 range 14. Esther Estes to Forrest Eates for 1 and other considerations lots 1 2 3 Shock G C and A J Matthews second addition ran. A Wayne Bess and wife to Buford Lane for lot 27 Crowes Place Sikeston. Lester McDonald to A Wayne Bess for 40 acres section 26 township 27 range 14.
Mrs. W. C. Thompson, a patient in Mount Vernon Hospital, underwent surgery this morning. Mr. Thompson and daughters Mrs. Hubert Sittes and Mrs. Louise Mullerdore, accompanied by Mr. Thompson's nephew Chester Oldham, were with her. Chester left Sunday to join during the operation.
Sikeston sees multiple construction projects including Ken Macabee’s 60 by 80 foot general merchandise block on Highway 60 west due for completion painters in two weeks and likely summer opening, plus a 50 by 100 foot brick building for National Gas and Furniture on Highway 60 east as headquarters for the gas department.
Mrs. Martha Alice Stone, 38, of Cape Girardeau, was critically injured Saturday when her Buick was struck on the right side by a Packard driven by Joseph G. McCrate of Portageville in Cape Girardeau.
Ben Cochran, 80, a Black resident of Weatt Charleston, died Friday afternoon at home. Born in Coaving ton, Tenn, he had lived in the Weratt community for years. Survived by four sons Will A J of Weatt, John, and Ben Jr. of Chicago. Baby in state at Sparks Funeral Home. services later announced.
John Van Guilder explains why families are turning to home movies to record personal experiences and share them with relatives. He details simple continuity techniques, shot pacing, and the benefits of planning sequences for 8mm and 16mm film to yield smooth storytelling and wider audience reach.
Commissioner J C Carpenter announces an open meeting for farmers processors and other interested persons to review tentative rules and regulations. The gathering is set for May 20 at 1 80 PM on the fourteenth floor of the Jefferson Building in Jefferson City Missouri.
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