From Our Files

• Sept. 18, 1947

Section 21 of every township in Iowa was being surveyed to determine the amount and quality of corn produced. Sections surveyed in O’Brien County showed the county in a very favorable position regarding yield. Some of those interviewed estimated their yields at 40 to 50 bushels per acre.

The American Legion Post voted to award two medals annually at Commencement to outstanding students of the senior class of Hartley High School. One medal would go to an athlete displaying superior ability and clean sportsmanship. The other would be presented for punctuality, dependability, ind...