Looking back: Nov. 5 issue

7 Years ago

Nov 2nd, 1950

J.C. Penny’s holds pre-holiday clean-up sale

Items on sale included: Cotton Flannel Print Packed with Style .49c per yard.; Women’s Lace Trim Nylon Slips $3.33; Rayon Blouses, White or Pastel, $1.00

50 Years ago

Nov 5th, 1970

Couple honored as Farmers of the Year

Mr. and Mrs. Maury Fink were honored at the Chamber of Commerce meeting last week as the 1970 Soil and Water Conservation District Farmers of the year. About 70 persons attended the noon luncheon. The Finks farm South of Davenport and were picked for the honor because of the conservation practices and effici...