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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1955
Page
2
The Tripoli Leader is the official Town of Tripoli and Bremer County newspaper since 1894. William A. Buckley publishes it. weekly on Wednesdays. Subscription is 3.00 per year in Iowa and 3.50 elsewhere in advance.
The Tri Poli FFA Chapter met August 1 at 8 p m in the schoolhouse with opening by President Jerry Snelling. The group discussed gifts for Lloyd Kuker, sow and litter progress, and plans to show the sow at the Waverly Fair.
A new 200000 bushel elevator was poured at Churdan with forms finished by workmen. It is expected to be ready for use in late August.
County extension director notes seasonal downturn in cow and heifer prices due to marketing trends. Iowa State economist Francis Kutish cites improved west forage delaying runs, with Denver and New York showing price shifts. Bremer county farmers urged to move off quality cattle soon while hog markets vary by region.
A reflective aphorism explores character through actions and choices, noting that what a man aligns with morally matters as much as what tempts him to compromise. It emphasizes integrity under pressure and the balance of beliefs versus temptations.
Kutish advises farmers to compare multiple markets on the same day due to varying receipts. He notes one market has reduced hog receipts while another shows heavier receipts, affecting top prices for hogs. Farmers should shop around to maximize income.
Wapsie Whirlwinds held Achievement and Demonstration day at Frederika school gym with ten members, two leaders and five visitors. Demonstrators named for Tripoli include Joyce Schnurstein Sharon Zwanziger Marie Bentley and Janice Craun. Next meeting Aug 1 at Janice Cramn's home. TNT club met July 20 with 16 members, three leaders and four visitors. excursion planned to Backbone State Park and demonstrations on beauty care and refurnishing.
Denver weekend guests attended the funeral of William Muhlenhaupt, brother of Mrs. Greene and Mrs. Rose. Other notes mention vacations in the north eastern states, medical updates from Allen Memorial hospital, a birthday event in Elma, and an upcoming Thimble Bee club meeting with plans for August 25 at Mrs. Bitterley’s home.
Near Britt the Erin No 9 school has been abandoned after 136 years. A final reunion drew more than 250 attendees on the school grounds to mark the closure and lingering memories.
Army Pvt Donald R Benter 17 son of Mrs Erma D Benter Sumner is in basic training with the new 3d Armored Division at Fort Knox He entered the Army and the Spearhead division in May after basic training he may receive specialist training He attended Sumner High School Read the want ads.
Many riders report tripping over their hats as the primary issue, with concern centered on fit, placement, and stability during movement. Authorities note no structural defect in the railroad equipment, only headgear management problems.
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