Washington Man Editor of Weekly Paper 5 7 Years
J Kirk Latta aged 84 long served as editor of an Iowa weekly for 57 years. Born in Kansas after the Civil War his family moved to Iowa in 1875 due to grasshopper plagues then settled in Morning Sun before he moved to Washington in 1946. His middle name Selkirk was disliked by him.
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Life of J. Kirk Latta and Morning Sun News Herald History
J Kirk Latta, born in Morning Sun, built a local newspaper empire starting Morning Sun News. He and partner launched the News in 1887, merged with Herald in 1897, and Latta led for 57 years as owner editor and printer. The Latta family, three brothers in printing, endured fires and advances to linotype and power presses. Latta supported Republican politics with rare liberal turns, including support for Brookhart in 1932.
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Balloon Release Leads to Distant Finds Across States
Ten years ago a Festicorn committee released 2500 balloons and reports began to arrive of finds in Illinois, Burlington, and New London. Balloons turned up far from the launch site, sparking interest in the event’s reach and impact.
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New London
Sun Breaks With Standoff Faction Inside Party
Sun was among the few not aligned with the standoffish element within the party. The passage notes divisions as Latta stands apart from the majority line. The piece frames internal strife and Latta's divergent stance amid party tensions.
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Veteran editor recalls early days and state affairs
The aging journalist, living at 620 North Marion Avenue, recalls bustling past years when he and others ran newspapers and politics in Iowa. He remains active despite illness, neuritis, and a three week bed rest, and enjoys visiting with friends to discuss newspaper matters.
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Birthday List Includes Local Residents and Celebrities
The notice lists birthdays and anniversaries for multiple individuals including Mrs. William Finke Arnold B Carr Mrs Marion Stransky Charles Barclay Larry Lee Mrs Barbara Sparks Neva Jean Rathmel and Mr and Mrs John E Young celebrating their 1937 anniversary Three Quarter Century Club members William E Walker and Mrs S G Taylor mark birthdays along with Maralee Jean Steele Bonita Vanderburg Sam Marsh Will Havel and several spouses on the date Donna Gaye Bealer and Ann Stewart also have birthday milestones.
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William Finke
Arnold B. Carr
Marion Stransky
Charles Barclay
Larry Lee
Barbara Sparks
Neva Jean Rathmel
John E. Young
Sam Marsh
Will Havel
John Lee
Homer Brinning
Lora Mae Palmer
Leonard Brinning
Carl R. Frederick
J. A. Porter
Three Quarter Century Club
Donna Gaye Bealer
Ann Stewart
Tom Stewart
Cuba Purchases Dominate U.S. Rice Exports in 1949
U.S. rice sales to Cuba in 1949 reached 52 percent of the total rice shipped abroad, indicating Cuba as the major foreign market.
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Transit Ridership and Staffing per Day
About 65 million Americans ride trolley coaches buses and street cars daily. One public transit employee serves 217 riders on average.
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Jolly Union 4 H'ers Elect New Officers
Jolly Union Four H girls club elected officers at Karen Greene home. Mary Stiger named president Joan Miller vice president Karen Greene secretary Darlene Clark treasurer Barbara Black Judy White reporters Patty Schiveitzer historian Carol Miller council member. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Jesse Hull and John Reeves en route to Burlington. The Cairo Evangelical United Brethren Church Young Adult class met Sept 14. A Shar on church training conference was held Wednesday evening. The Rev George Roths and wife plan an extended visit to Opportunity Washington with their son John and family.
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Mary Stiger
Joan Miller
Darlene Clark
Barbara Black
Judy White
Patty Schiveitzer
Carol Miller
Jesse Hull
Hammond
Ind
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John Reeves
Greenville
Burlington
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Cairo
Local clubs and visitors noted at area gathering
Shellbark club met at Mrs. Walter Lewis home and reported a $5 contribution to the Sister Kenny fund. Visitors included Mrs. Stella P. Langenberg from Los Angeles and Mr. and Mrs. Alden M. Bebb of Superior. Tama high school hired Robert Greene as bookkeeper and assistant athletics. The Columbus Wildcat Pep club and Clover Leaf Four-H elected officers. Young Republican Federation members discussed the upcoming November elections and youth outreach at a party conference led by Gabrielson urging broader party roots and youth involvement.
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Alden M. Bebb
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Patty Lou Myers
Young People Urged as GOP Strength Growth
Chicago speech by GOP Chairman Guy Gabrielson urges bringing in the nation's youth to regain federal power. He says the Republican party must embrace young people to become the majority and notes they are the growing strength of the organization. The remarks were made at a breakfast event.
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Silage from Wilted Alfalfa Pleases Dairy Cows
Relish for cows shows wilted alfalfa saved as silage yields high palatability for dairy cattle. Farmers note silage preserves nutrients and supports steady feed during low pasture periods.
Local Work Boom Spurs Hiring Push Across Firms
A regional newspaper notes a surge in job openings as several firms expand. Employers report higher demand for skilled workers and technicians, with new positions announced in manufacturing, logistics, and services sectors.
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