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PROMO Community - Pages from the Past Front Page - Chris Sorensen

Pages from the Past - From the 138-year history of the Kiowa County Press - January 19, 2025

Kiowa County Press historic front page.

15 Years Ago - January 15, 2010

  • The monthly card party was held in Wild Horse with a good turnout. We had prizes of baked goodies to give.
  • USDA entered into an agreement with IRS to review producer’s certifications of Adjusted Gross Income for program eligibility.

25 Years Ago - January 21, 2000

  • Without increased cooperation of Kiowa County residents, both Kiowa County landfills could face closure by state officials.

40 Years Ago - January 18, 1985

  • All vehicle owners, upon receipt of their vehicle registration, will now be required to sign affirmation stating they have automobile insurance.
  • The Kiowa County Jamboree has made a generous donation to the Statue of Liberty Fund.

50 Years Ago - January 17, 1975

  • Search for a community doctor is at a standstill and Weisbrod Hospital closing its doors may become a possibility.
  • There is presently an attempt to establish an emergency service organization for the community.
  • Eads Town Council members agreed the city should pay for use of the jail, not the jailer salary.

75 Years Ago – January 20, 1950

  • B.W. Fischer has commenced work on a new 6-unit motel in the south part of town, complete with private baths.

100 Years Ago - January, 1925

  • Floyd Teeter is the champion rabbit hunter of the vicinity. Monday, he killed 79 rabbits.
  • The residents of Towner organized the Towner Community Health Club Association as a scheme to have a community physician.