Surplus funds spark local campaign proposals
Towns debate a treasury surplus and how to use it as candidates from both parties campaign on tax relief and refunds. Corys Wilkare argues refunds to residents may ease state financial strain, while Hubert Beck favors earmarking for direct property tax relief. Voters weigh year to year effects and the risk of future gaps once the surplus disappears.
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Candice
Wilkare
Ams
Keck
Towa
Hubert Beck
Centerville
Waterloo
Sumner
Gowdet
Seth Ghetts
Commodity Credit Corp buying less farm grains
The article notes the Commodity Credit Corporation reducing grain purchases while soybean repayments rise and totals seek redemption by July 34. It mentions 15 million bushels redeemed this spring and summer, with 1.7 million still awaiting repayment, and no reseal program on soybeans this year. It also includes political remarks on poverty programs and safety proclamations by Governor Hughes, plus a tractor trip, centennials, and a pink perfection lily at Doon.
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Commmodity Credit Corporation
Fred Melain
Chatman
ASC
Larest
Com“ Corporation
Robert Beck
Centerville
Hughes
Ed Gilmour
Linn County
Readers plead for fair policing amid traffic bias
A reader letter laments biased enforcement by Officer Cook and asks for fair speed limits, recounting a speeding summons paid by officials. The piece calls for accountability and notes community pride while critiquing penalties for drivers on rural roads. It references city officials and local authority responses.
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Mattie Zurbriggen
Pouth
Famper
Cook
Council —View
Ign
Eldon Frisch
Iowa State Agencies Report Employment and Welfare Trends
Sumner Gazette notes June wage levels with 1 902 100 workers and a 0.0 percent rise from May, driven by agricultural hires for seasonal needs. Non farm payroll up 215 200 between May and June, double typical growth. Ducks prospects praised by conservation officials across Dakota to Manitoba. Welfare: guardians appointed for 3.42 percent of public assistance recipients in July per state agency rules.
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Worthington
Auuittar
Lowa
Towa
Iowa Conservation Commission
Dakotas
Minnesota
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Canada
Mississippi
State Department of Social Welfare
State Board
Gazette Changes Court News Policy to Public Records
The Gazette declares a shift to carry Mayor's court news under a new policy aimed at public record and accountability. It argues court actions reveal public officials and processes, while promising careful handling to avoid harming innocent parties.
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the Gazette
J.P
Mayor's Court
Mayor's Coast
Gunes
Uae
Fox Guidiveivir
Jouavie
Teltiar
J Kgpy
Farmers poised for new 1966 farm income record
Babson Park Massachusetts August 11 farm income looks to rise as livestock and farm output price levels stay strong. Demand at home and abroad lifts farm product needs to new highs while government programs reduce surpluses. Carryover of wheat from last season dips below prior year as broader demand continues.
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Babson Park
Mass
U. S
Sumner youths win top honors in county fair groups
Gary Schmitz named Champion Oat Grower by Sumner FFA. Local 4-H girls win top awards at Bremer County Fair in Waverly. Numerous town residents win prizes, travel, or endure accidents as Sumner community reports reflect a busy period with school, recreation, and safety recognitions.
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Gary Schmitz
Harold Schmitz
Sumner
FFA
Marilyn Borcherding
Margaret Kirchmann
Betty Figanbauma
Joanne Fay
Bremer County
Waverly
Glen Keding
Merle Keding
Fairbank
City of
Rex Lucas
Fridley Cabin
Minnesota
Fred Maschner
First Baptist Church
Sheboygan
Wis
Howard Potratz
M. B. Potratz
Shattuck School
Faribult
Minn
Petratz
Bill Duenow
Frederika
Chicago
Poet Dirksen Honored In Sumner Gazette Feature
Sumner poet William Dirksen, a Midwest poet laureate, has weekly poems published in the Sumner Gazette. The piece honors veterans, notes a 101 year old man James Patterson Martin’s death, and includes a poem about war and sacrifice.
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Willian Dirksen
Sumner
Midwest
Chaparrel Poetry Society
Sumner Gazette
Farm earnings rise eyed amid higher costs and union pressure
The era’s grain usage and shipments may hit new records as production costs climb. Farm income is set to rise with higher cash receipts, but expenses from livestock, feed, machinery, and debt carry will trim gains. Labor unions press to organize farm workers amid broader wage laws. Farmers bullish on equipment spending later this year to offset higher taxes and plan for the tax impact of a stronger dollar.
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West
Home Plans and Rural Life Notes From Sumner
Ten days of August pass as families plan 1966 homes in Sumner County. Community notes urge coal refills, roof coverings, and drainage tile to secure a better 1967. humor, education, and credit tips weave through the column with local names and references.
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