Social relief guidance for drought era families and WPA shifts
The article explains how social workers and families determine aid based on individual resources and needs, noting that dairy and meat may be available from farm operators and winter fuel sufficiency. It outlines relief transitions from WPA to new programs, with qualification rules, town and rural farm laborers, local direct relief, and conditions for absorption by WPA. It also mentions play materials for children and shopping tips guided by the Iowa Child Welfare Research Station.
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Relief Office
WPA
Drouth
Routh
D. Danchik
Plymouth ‘County
Santa
The
Iowa’ Child ‘Welfare Research Station
University of
Iowa
Santa’s shopping guide for children of every age
Santa’s shopping notes stress selecting toys by developmental value not just appearance. From babies needing color and texture to pre schooling boxes for activity, to fine motor focus with beads and peg boards, to creative crafts with clay paints and scissors. Emphasizes growth through play and constructive activity.
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Santa
Time for Action: Congress Must Tackle Tax and Debt
A call argues future Congress must prioritize tax relief, balance the budget, and cut public debt to restore industrial recovery and avoid heavier taxation. It warns that high taxes deter investment, tighten credit, and hinder faster postwar prosperity. The piece urges lawmakers to fulfill election promises and move beyond discussion.
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Congress
Death Lurks In Your Garage Card
A public safety advisory warns of carbon monoxide poisoning from car exhaust in closed garages. It explains dangers, symptoms, and first aid steps, noting CO is odorless and heavier than air. The message includes a personal ad about a 1937 Chevrolet truck from Russell Anderson.
Santa Letters From Third Grade Pupils
Akron Town, Dec 15 1936 letters from third grade pupils to Santa Claus list Christmas wishes and good behavior. Children request dolls, typewriters, bikes, games, sewing machines, trains, skates, telephone sets, watches, dolls and clothing while noting duties at home and school and expressing thanks.
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Santa Claus
Akron
Santa
Walter ‘Galer
Akyén
Town
Pleige
Tam
Sanita
Phyllis Stace
Iowa
Maybelle Marie Burrill
Mother
Evonne Siebens
Dee
Jack P
Kathryn
Towa
Elaine
Walter Lammers
Hagel
Wang
Glen Milbroot
Annual Red Cross Roll Call Totals and Donors
Akron records show a thorough Red Cross roll call with donations totaling 15.45 from 34 contributors. Notable names include W N Cooley, Mrs. Anna Adams, Mayor Dick Bohlken, and various local clubs and businesses.
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RED Cross
Chile
Raven Sons
F.A. Conner
Helen Hickey
Moble
Zelaries
Callen
Clifford
E. Johnson
Davis
Harry
J. &. Brady
Dirks Hardware
Frank Montagne
Klaver’s ‘Place
Miss Marion-Rhodes
Ole Silkebakken
D. BE. Mentzer
J. E. ‘Dalton
Fred .Claesson Dairy
A. J. Kessler
J. ‘Ei. Kerr
Geo. Mattison
A. ‘Weidenfeller
Wm. Si‘meon
Ed. Ziegler
Freedom Lodge
Rural Home Culture Club
Vesper Club
Embroidery Club
F W. N. Cooley
C. Fowler
Donald
Bargain yearly news service offer from two papers
The register Tribune and Pathfinder promote a combined full year of news service for just 2.35. The pair supplements each other and promises top news coverage. Mail or telephone your order now.
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Register-Tribune
Pathfinder
Iteek
Printing service ad promises price estimates and satisfaction
Fragmentary classified ad offers printing services with claims of estimates before orders and complete satisfaction guaranteed. It directs readers to contact via phone or a Want Ad in the Register Tribune.
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Register-Tribune
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Russell Anderson
Key
Ity
Cathee
Gustaf Anderson
Christine
Anderson
C. Lb. Wynid
John Hansen
Oda Jenkins
W. Gaylor
A. B. Siebens
M. Brownmiller
Sophie Buéhre
Etta Klauer
Walda ‘Gran‘ist
Nettie Mann
Sadie i
Brown
National Neary
Emil Koch
Verne
Hilda
Lanacre
Garohnson
Pat Foley
Gden
K Jose
Ds Mee Pollock
George Lavi
Legion
Elk
POINT
R. J. Baker
Diamond Point Law Shop
S. Federal
Mason City
Jones
Dept
Olney, TH
A.huckert
S. W. Fredell
Wm. Hosehler
Ruth Swift
Ztee
Sidi
Aedama
Federal
Deposit Insurance Corporation
Donald Waterbury
Prop
Akron Bakery
America
Arkacite
Waterbury’s
First National Bank
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