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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1930
Page
10
A seasoned observer argues butter price declines mirror oleomargarine use, estimating 60 percent of dairy deflation from oleo imports and domestic consumption. The piece links Philippine ingredient sources, tariff critique, and the potential $150 million annual farmer loss, warning of a $88 million annual oleo cost and future doubling if trends continue.
In Iowa oleo consumption is widespread with estimates of about 10 million pounds used yearly. Merchants keep most profits, sending balance out of state as Iowa lacks oleo manufacturing. Six grocers report varying splits between oleo and butter, while six estimate a near even mix. The author argues oleo harms farmers and children and hints at price impacts from chain-store promotions. Next week’s piece promises more on effects and a Welcome Minnesota store’s two pounds for 13 cents offer.
J H Thompson of Hollandale Minnesota reports farmers in good shape this year with strong vegetable prices except onions. Potatoes fetch 85 cents to $1 per cwt during harvest and despite stock market hits, prices remain high enough for growers to make a small profit. Also notes shredded stover as good winter roughage for mature livestock but deficient in protein and需 supplemented.
Elizabeth Holmgren was granted a divorce from H A Holmgren in Waterloo on January 7 and received $250 alimony. She cited cruel and inhuman treatment. Married at Creston Iowa June 9 1929 the couple had not lived together since September. Holmgren had been Iowa representative from Palo Alto in 1928, later resigning to join the Fish and Game department. his wife once taught in Ruthven school.
A local remembrance notes that Mrs Holmgren will be remembered in the community as Miss Elizabeth Eldred, reflecting a name change or personal history. The item preserves the archival tone and identifies the individual through both names.
The undersigned Solon W. Hanchett has been duly appointed and qualified as Administrator of the estate of Charles Edward Hanchett, deceased, late of Emmet County Iowa. Creditors and others with claims against the estate must present them authenticated for allowance to the Administrator or file with the Clerk of the District Court.
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