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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1967
Page
2
Extension home economist notes olefin, a strong mildewproof fiber from petroleum, moves from outdoor use to indoor rooms. It resists soils and static, absorbs minimal water, and is now common in carpeting as pile and backing while researchers explore more textile applications.
Iowa State University hosts an Agronomy and Agricultural Engineering field day on Sept. 12 featuring a soybean demonstration of varieties, spacing and TIBA use. Researchers say TIBA shortens growth, boosts yields by 10 to 15 percent, with Wayne showing the largest gain.
Summer hog prices have been below peak expectations but profitable, with late spring gains followed by a dip in late May and June. Interior Iowa U S 13s for 200-230 lb barrows traded at about 21 to 22 per cwt in early August, roughly $4 under last year, while hog slaughter remains higher than a year ago. Gene Futrell of Iowa State University notes price fluctuations and expected turnover from mid-June to September based on USDA farrowing and farm inventory data for 10 cornbelt states.
Gardeners plan late August to early September potato digging while green tops indicate growing tubers. Protect plants from insects and diseases to avoid yield losses. After harvest, cure in darkness, store cool at 38–40 degrees, and minimize sun exposure to prevent greening. Carrots may be harvested now. store carrots, beets, parsnips, and onions in cold, dry conditions or plastic bags for moisture retention. Cold storage quantities of pork rise 36 percent from last year, with hog prices expected to stay profitable. 1968 hog farrowings may rise in early 1968, aided by lower corn prices. Plant spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils in September and October, and store bulbs in advance for planting time.
A compilation of anniversaries weddings and local notes from Bremer county historic columns. Highlights include the Tripoli schools opening August 29 1927 the Legion hall health contest for Iowa State Fair and various marriages and civic events across 1942 1957 1962 and 1966 with trips to Mason City Waterloo Readlyn Sumner and Waverly.
Monday beef and celery sticks cheese and peanut butter sandwiches milk and spaghetti carrot and peas peaches brownie buttered bread Tuesday baked wieners baked potatoes buttered green beans apples bread and butter pie milk Wednesday maidrites buttered corn pickles cake with cherry topping Thursday creamed chicken mashed potatoes slaw fruited Jell-O bread and butter milk Friday tuna noodle casserole egg salad and peanut butter sandwiches fruit cup raisin bar milk
Community members including Mrs Alvina Knittel and Mrs Clara Matthias gathered at Chapin Park for a birthday picnic honoring Mrs Agnes Thran. Other notes include baptisms at St Matthew's Lutheran, visits among local families, hospital stays, and people attending events across Readlyn Waverly and Cedar Falls.
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