Outdoor Iowa Wild Deer Preserve Established on Thompson Farm
The 320 acre Theo Thompson farm in Shelby county is designated a protected deer preserve. Iowa hosts a second wild deer herd in Washington county and will feed the herd through winter. Commission members say proper game management could boost pheasant numbers fivefold, pending scientific data before next year’s open season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo. Thompson
Shelby County
Iowa
Washington County
Thompson Farm
Thompson Place
Commission
Legion Rabbit Hunt Aids Fort Dodge Needy
Fort Dodge American Legion members organized a rabbit hunt to raise funds for the needy. About sixty hunters, led by R F E Kautzky and W T Weber, participated with local farmers urged to help. The event showcased service by Legion members and community cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Fort Dodge
R. F E. Kautzky
W. T. Weber
Legion
Will Dity boys urge half duck limit in Estherville
The Estherville group passes resolutions urging members to take only half the duck limit this year. Isaac Walton League members in Emmetsburg plan to report all fish and game law violations to the local game warden. They push for bird protection and conservation and seek farmer support, arguing hunters show little regard for farmers and may take birds out of season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estherville
Isaac Walton
Emmetsburg
Lake site eyed near Panora under Yb-year plan
Residents of Panora and surrounding area discuss a proposed lake northwest of town in Iowa near Highway 7 between Omaha and Des Moines. Fish and Game officials and the state Conservation Board have inspected the bayou site, with engineers estimating the lake could cover about 1000 acres.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panora
Iowa
Fish and Game Department
State Conservation Board
Omaha
Des Moines
El Coyote Threatens Border Power in Mortal Rivalry
In a frontier drama, Morales rules a border domain while bandit El Coyote stirs peon unrest. Ted Radcliffe learns Morales caused his father’s ruin and faces a perilous love with Morales’s niece Adela as Jito challenges Ted in a wrestling bout and loyalties collide amid threats to rule and land.
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Paco Morales
el Coyote
Morales
U. S. Cavalry
Ted Radcliffe
Bob Harkness
Ted
Adela
Jito
Ward
Bob
Senor
Coyote
Jiro
Radcliffe
Don Bob
Adela Morales
Spain
Hunters fire on flock. twenty eight ducks land on Missouri River
Guns in Sioux City area prompt deputy game warden Bill Schuenke to describe two hunters who opened fire on a flock that settled into a Missouri River blind. After the smoke cleared, twenty eight ducks sat on the water.
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Bill Schuenke
Sioux City
Missouri River
Local reports praise promising young pheasants
The message notes strong reports of healthy young pheasants from several farms in the area and mentions enjoyment of Metcalf's newspaper articles.
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Metcalf
Fine enforcement funds fuel county schools
The article notes that every fish and game fine funds the local county school fund. It cites about 35,000 in round numbers for the year ending June 30, 1981, underlining support for enforcing laws rather than leniency, with a pointed jab at critics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fish and Game Department
Coon Hunters Reported Disturbing Noble Township Quiet
Griswold American notes coon hunters on Seven Mile in Noble township conduct night hunts despite posted lands. Farmers report sleep loss and livestock disturbances as dogs pursue game. Arrests promised if the trespass continues.
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Cass County
Noble Township
Seven Mile
The Gay Bandit y of the Border
Morales faces Adela Morales hosts guests and guards a revolt while Adela defies a drunken raid by Jito s vaqueros in a tense night at the hacienda and village. A fire lights the hillside as the raid unfolds and Radcliffe contemplates love and danger.
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Ted
Morales
Dios
Jito
Adela
Dominguez’ Ranchhouse
Outdoor clubs enrich Iowa life with service
The Isaac Walton League and Will Dile League in Iowa are praised as fine chapters. They contribute to outdoor life, supporting wild fowl and game through time and money given unselfishly by members. The writer notes better world outlook as these groups engage more.
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Will City League
Isaac Walton
Sioux City
Red and Reel
New London
Henry County
John Cook
C. D. Fawhauser
Isaac Walton League
Will Dile League
Iowa
Mrs Knight Wagner Ill at Home in Washington
Mrs Knight Wagner of Washington remains very ill at her home. Her daughters Mrs Chas Stewart and Mrs W R Davison are visiting and staying with her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knight Wagner
Washington
Chas. Stewart
W. R. Davison
Family caregiver strives to support ailing matriarch
A caregiver describes providing top care for ailing mother who does not improve as quickly as her children hope. The note highlights ongoing efforts, emotional strain, and the family’s desire for progress and relief.
Christmas Dinner Guests and Vacation Visit Reports
Mr and Mrs H A Swartzen druber and son Gale were Christmas dinner guests at the George Bell home near Wellman. Mr and Mrs Ray Ehrenfelt of Washington were Christmas dinner guests at the M B Ehrenfelt home. Miss Bertha Grady teaches at Snake Hollow and is spending Christmas vacation with her mother Mrs Eliza Grady in Muscatine.
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H. A. Swartzendruber
Gale
George Bell
Wellman
Ray Ehrenfelt
Washington
M. B. Ehrenfelt
Bertha Grady
Snake Hollow
Mrs
Eliza Grady
Muscatine
Immunity There’s an advantage in being a Monentity
A brief quip notes that a Monentity enjoys a unique immunity as kidnapers avoid targeting it, reflecting a darkly humorous take in a Milwaukee Journal context. The line playfully questions power dynamics and safety in a surreal setting.
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Milwaukee
Jour
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H. J. Metcalf
State Fish & Game Commission
Ottumwa
W. C. Boone
State Fish and Game Commission
Missouri Valley Times
Loveland
Pottawattamie County
Fish and Game Commission
Gay Bandit
The
Border
Tom Gill
Cape
Pehaguon A
Hinton
Plymouth County
Lewis Hartley
Laurens
Pocahontas County
Coon Hunters
Vetive
Gay Bandit Y of
Chapter
Fred Wagner
Kalona
Tom Lahey
Post Office
LA Salle ST
Station & Board OF Trade
Clark Street
Jackson Boulevard
Hotel Atlantic
Ernest C. Roessler
Frederick C. Teich
Managing Directors
the Journal
Toa, Michels
Temple Building
Journal
Livingston & Hicher
S. W
W. PD. Dwyer Bailey
Northeast Corner Square
T. J. Pease
Court House
Penney
Plumbing Beam & Carson
Iowa Ave
Prompt Servier
J. E. Bas
Creed Wee Graduate Phi
Lemm
Ainsworth
Insurance
Ralph W. Thompson Insurance
Bailey Ridg
Lemley & Yard Insurance
Washington National Bank
Ds East Main St
Jones Funeral Home
East Main St
Sherman's Puneral
West Main St
John W. Applegate
City Hall
State Theatre
Fred's
Ifowa
Johnson’s Grocery
Chiropractors
DR. Chas
Preston L. Hpter
D. D
Lemmons Pharmetgy
Rea
A. W. Clow
Henrietta M. Griffith
Old National Bank
R. Steninger
West Chester
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