Collins warns would-be farmers and industrialists
A long satirical piece argues that industrial executives cannot simply become farmers or ranchers. It notes the dedication, hours, and skills of true farmers, mocks idealized success stories, and warns that unchecked corporate takeovers will ruin small towns and local economies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoss Cartwright
Matt Dillon
Virginias
San Joaquin Valley
Kentucky
Sand Hills
High Plains
Buddy
Uncle Sam
Mr. Industrialist
Dude Ranch
Florida
Union Hall
Chamber of Commerce
Agricultural revolution and debt haunt cattle industry
Cartoonist critique and industry warnings mix with references to universities and USDA awards. The piece contrasts failed corporate players and bank schemes with aging pioneer ranchers who endure bankruptcy and seek stability, fearing economic upheaval for cattle ranching and farming.
Mercy Hospital Surgery in Iowa City for Mrs Havel
Mrs Richard Havel underwent surgery at Mercy Hospital Iowa City Thursday evening and is in room 3026 likely to stay about ten days. Community notes include dinners, birthdays, wedding attendances and club meetings with plans for a March 27 workshop and April 10 meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ainsworth
Richard Havel
Mercy Hospital
Iowa City
Darold Jones
Kenneth Arthur
Jean
Cotter
Allen Jones
Kenneth Johnston
West Salem
Wis
Johnston
Dale Johnston
David Eichelberger
Nancy Messer
United Church of Christ
Olds
Delores Stout
Bill Stout
Stanley McCreedy
Gene McCracken
Carol Scott
Jane Roberts
Jeanny Dea
Shari Stout
Jill Roberts
C. A. Thompson
George Stout Sr
Ed Stout
Dunlap
Debbie Kirkey Shower Honors Bride Elect in Kalona
Debbie Kirkey, bride elect of Robert Belcher, was the guest of honor at a miscellaneous shower in Fellowship Hall of the United Christian and Baptist church. Green, pink and white decorations accompanied advice and gifts for the honoree, with family and friends attending including Robin and Barbara Kirkey of Belle Plaine and Debra Yoder among many others. The couple, to be married March 27, plans a ceremony at the same church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalona
Debbie Kirkey
Robert Belcher
Fellowship Hall
The
United Christian and Baptist Church
Logan Reif
Steve Reif
D. G. Sattler
Alvin Smith
Sam Rodgers
Ralph Speas
Miss Kirkey
Robin
Barbara
Belle Plaine
John D. Woodin
Don Miller
Vernon Hartzler
Ivan Alt
Richard Scott
Mike Scott
Roy Pewitt
Darrel Studer
Barl Wright
Gerald Teets
Fay W. Boone
Lloyd Plecker
Earl Fry
Ford Skola
Clyde Kennard
Judy Enfield
Ivan Yoder
Malverin Gould
Richard Adams
Lewis Belcher
Becky
Eugene Way
Kiikey
Belcher
Monroe D. Yoder
Cherie
Boni Yoder
Anamosa
Winter Haven
Florida
Oats price support set for 1971 county storage
The 1971 price support for oats in Washington County is 57 cents per bushel for Grade No 3, with premiums and discounts for higher and lower grades. The loan rate applies by county stored, not produced, to encourage movement to main consuming areas. Premiums: 1 cent for Grade 2 or better and heavy test weight, 2 cents for extra heavy. discounts for No 4 oats and weathered samples. No need to join set-aside programs to be eligible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Pearson
Washington County
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Social notes from Wellman and area events
Mrs. Donald Thomas and son Mathew spent Wednesday night with Mrs. Pearl Wagamon in Wellman. Obituary notes: George Geyer died in St. Joseph Missouri March 17 after an extended illness. funeral held in What Cheer March 19. Plus local visits, Hall of Fame style gatherings, and a Kalona lineage update. Mid-Prairie school salaries set for 1971-72 with base $6,900 and 3 percent raise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pearl Wagamon
Keota
Clara Moore
Grace Parke
Ray J. Marner
Dave Marner
Don
Mark Swartzendruber
Mary Lou
Gertrude Miller
Elam Christner
Kalona
Steve Harvey
Robert
Andalusia
Clinton Conway
Williamsburg
Verne Conway
Mid-Prairie
Dorothy Gingerich
Eva Simmering
Washington
Myron Johnson
American Legion
Richard
Lorna) Yoder
John Dale Yoder
Cedar Rapids
Hawaii
Richard Yoder
Marvin Yoder
West Chester
Vietnam
Garden Club
Shenk
Also Mentioned on This Page
Feeders
Mom
Collins
Black Watch
AL Nelson
University Extension
USDA
Moscow
Mao
Kern County
Gates Rubber
CBK Agronomics
Multiponics
Great Western
Custer
Bankrupcy
Wall Street
Hacklebarney Road
Chugwater Corner
John
Iki Cer
In Mercy Hospital
Westminister Guild of the
Cotter United Presbyterian Church
Roy Hauenstein
Shennie Buck
Mae Lamb
Washington United
Ron Derby
Mt. Pleasant
Illinois
Lake Goode
Burlington
Joe White
Brian
Richland
Duane White
Harris Stafford
Wayne
Grinnell
Roger Stafford
Chicago
John F. Kennedy Airport
Frankfurt
Germany
Baumholder
Mrs. Eugene Way
Montgomery Ward Auto Service Dept
W. Jefferson
Tom Hobbs
Maynard Goff, JR
Farm Bureau
Kaiser Agricultural Chemicals Wreshingses
Steven, Mgr
Gary Stewart Ainsworth
Iowa
Dennis the Menace
By Hank Ketcham
Crawfordsville
Highway 218
Frigidaire
Nellie Anderson
Robert Duncan
Crawfordsville Peoples Savings, Clerk
Murphy
Wayland
Highway
JDA
Killbros
Lindsey
Rupp
Brady
Kelly Ryan
Wisconsin Motor
Kewanee
Mayrath
Oliver
Ford
IHC
Sail Inn Cafe
John Swartzendruber
Roth, Edwards, Murphy, Roth, Swartzendruber
David Graber
Castier
Amita Swarteendruber
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