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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1976
Page
2
The House adopted legislation extending a moratorium on postal rate increases andclosings for at least six months. Third District Congressman Charles Grassley noted the Postal Reorganization Act Amendments move forward.
Steve Rapp, a Third District candidate, announced he will join Jimmy Carter and Walter Mondale at Farmfest in Lake Crystal Minnesota on Wednesday September 15 at 1 00 p m He will greet the candidates from a VIP delegation and speak on the platform with them.
The Iowa Geological Survey reports irrigation remains a minor share of farming and water use but could rise with dry cycles. Projections suggest up to 1.3 million acres irrigated by 2000 if growth continues, mainly in western Iowa, with water supply and erosion concerns, and the need for groundwater and management research.
Sumner announces multiple engagements including Darlene Meyer to Chip Schwickerath with May weddings planned. Cynthia Mae Jurgensen to Douglas Baptist with September wedding. Peggy Fox to Arlo Miller with a November wedding. Also reports on a New Housing Unit contract, two physicians locating in Sumner, and a Golden Anniversary for Mr. and Mrs. Alex Gunther.
The Bremer County Extension lists two September 4-H events in Tripoli. On September 15 the County 4-H Committee meets at the Extension Office at 7 30 p.m. On September 22 the Beef Carcass Follow Up meeting is at Tripoli Town Hall at 7 30 p.m.
A 1976 column covers gas price trends in Iowa after relaxed controls, proposed age and retirement reforms, estate tax reform efforts, and a plan to enforce child support across states. It notes Russian wheat deals, upcoming railroad hearings in Des Moines, and a vote registration reminder with contact details. The piece cites policymakers and officials urging action and public testimony.
Galyn Wiemers of Thompson, a high school junior, has amassed over 10,000 baseball cards since childhood. His prized 1909 Honus Wagner card is valued at $1,500 as the local paper notes a feature on his hobby and home remodeling in Thompson.
Hasbrouck-Voetmann Lumber Co. note describes a room complete with hose a pan and full instructions for setup or use.
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