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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1963
Page
2
The Tripoli Leader editorial outlines a national tech policy stance, urging investment in digital infrastructure, research funding, and private sector growth. It highlights potential impacts on economy, education, and national security while calling for clear regulatory pathways.
Calendar notes events for April 15 including County 4 H fairboard meeting at 8 p m at the County Extension office and Family Living County Committee meeting at 9 30 a m at the County Extension office in Tripoli. On April 16 the 4 H spring organization meeting of the County Committee at 9 a m and Leaders at 1 p m are scheduled at Tripoli Town Hall.
The March meeting at Horton hall hosted by Marilyn Beam Bonnie Alcock and Marsha Bull drew 28 members three leaders and one visitor. Demonstrations covered household hints proper way of introducing people and junior poultry fact finding conference.
Farmers with land under conservation reserve contracts will receive annual rental payments each year if their crop acreage stays within the farm allotment and other program provisions are met. Allotments for 1963 include wheat cotton rice peanuts and most major tobaccos.
Pert Pointers reports a new decubicare pad for bedsores that is washable and hospital tested. The wool like acrylic fur like medacrylic nylon blend pad distributes pressure reduces friction allows air flow and drainage. It fits any size or shape and can be used on wheelchair seats backs and arms.
A senate sub-committee studies a billboard ban along the interstate with a renewed bill sent to a new sub-committee. If enacted, Iowa could receive about 1.7 million dollars in federal road funds, as the federal government offers 90 percent of billboard rights costs up to five percent of total right-of-way costs.
A bill raising the trespassing fine from 10 to 100 dollars cleared both houses. Sponsors say the measure targets intruders who invade farms and other property without regard for safety. Leader ads bring results.
Farm economist Francis Kutish warns of lower profits for hog producers and urges close culling. He predicts summer hog prices near last year, a definitely lower fall market, and a weak winter as farmers hold March 1 pig crop intentions. He cites March 1 data and notes supply outweighs prices, needing a 3 percent cut in the 1963 fall pig crop for better profitability. Clay pigeons are not made of clay, but asphaltum.
A good sharpening job now should ensure the mower runs smoothly through the season, reducing wear and improving performance. Proper blade care and routine maintenance help prevent stalling and extend engine life for dependable yard work.
Gov. Harold Hughes vetoed a 1963 bill to exempt county homes from nursing home licensing, saying it would harm about 6,000 county residents and 17,000 in private facilities. He noted only seven of 83 county homes have licenses since 1957 and warned of weaker health and safety standards. He also signed laws allowing 60 foot trucks on wide Iowa highways, raising limits for semi-trailers to 55 feet and auto and boat transports to 60 feet, plus a brucellosis vaccination and quarantine measure costing Iowa cattle farmers about $5 million annually.
Iowa paid 14.3 million dollars in unemployment compensation last year a drop of more than 5 million due to a more stable economy. The decrease reflects fewer claims as conditions improve and stabilization effects across the state.
A County Extension column by Gene Vincent and Ben F. Vance advises indoor sowing of muskmelons by April 15 and transplanting by May 15 to gain fruit earlier. Peat-fiber pots allow direct planting, seedless watermelons should be paired with pollinator varieties, and proper seedling handling ensures strong stands.
Do not prune lilacs and spring shrubs until after blooming to preserve buds. If too large or misshapen, prune once flowers fade. Renovate by removing one third of old stems at ground level. Apply pre emergent crabgrass products before seeds germinate per ISU guidance. Fertilize asparagus with 10 10 10 or 10 64 and cultivate ahead of weeds.
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