From Our Files

• Nov. 10, 1949

The strong wind that caused untold loss to Iowa farmers was a boon to youngsters of the community. School children were employed by farmers to pick corn off the ground. In some areas as much as 20 bushels to the acre were gleaned, and some youngsters made as much as $6-$7 per day.

Rehearsals were underway for “Laff It Off,” the big home talent show sponsored by the American Legion Post and Auxiliary. The show was being held to raise funds for the youth center and tennis courts, as well as the Boy Scouts of Hartley. The cast included about 100 local people.

The Hartley Chamber o...