Gillette seeks Democratic Senate nomination in Iowa 1948
In Iowa a former U S senator Guy M Gillette announces a bid for the Democratic Senate nomination in 1948, likely facing Frank Miles with no clear GOP opposition. Holiday state workers to receive a four day break around Christmas as the executive council approves days off. The Board of Control vacancy caused by E W Carlson’s death prompts two women Blanche Albee and Mrs John Hammill to seek the post, while Edward Morrissey and C Fred Porter are named as potential candidates.
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House
Senate
Gillette
Guy M. Gillette
United States
Iowa
Frank Miles
Board of Control
E. W. Carlson
Elkader
Blanche Albee
Marshalltown
State Republican Womans Club
John Hammill
Britt
Edward J. Morrissey
Valeria
Iowa House
C. Fred Porter
New Year Joy and Youthful Hope Expressions
A festive note celebrates the New Year with uplifting spirit and warm wishes. The piece conveys laughter, renewal, and the sense of time bending as old and young join in shared happiness.
Iowa Officials Weigh State Building Plan and Health Funds
The Building Committee chaired by Sen. Stanley Hart envisions a $4 million six story office complex east of the statehouse to relieve overcrowding and end rent payments in Des Moines. A cafeteria is planned. Separately Iowa and federal officials reached a plan to preserve federal health funds while addressing merit system concerns.
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Gov. Blue
Senate
House
State Executive Council
Sen
Stanley Hart
Keokuk
Des Moines
Statehouse
Iowa
State Health Department
Inflation Hits Prisoners Gate Money Plea in The Presidio
The Presidio reports prisoners in the state penitentiary seek higher gate money, from $15 to $25, arguing it is insufficient for starting anew. The piece notes federal practice outfits outgoing inmates and provides basic cash.
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Gate Money
Watch for moisture in late harvest soybeans in Iowa
Iowa State College agronomist E. Dyas warns southeastern farmers to monitor high moisture in late harvest soybeans. Damp weather and early snow left immature beans, requiring thin spreading and thorough fan drying to avoid reduced test weight and grade. Farmers should turn bins frequently and use controlled warm air if needed.
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Dyas
Iowa State College Extension Agronomist
Iowa
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Doles
Larson’s Store
Johnson
Tofheney
Alfred Tennyson
Farmers National Bank
State Capital
Sentinel
Bramon’s Cafe
Earl Fraser
Clifford Strawman
Anamosa
Harry A. Foster
Omaha
Nebraska
Foster
America
Automobile Insurance
Harry H. Lockin
Rapp Elec. Service
NEW
I 1948
Benjamin Franklin
Otio Maizdorii
Robert Bjorkgren
Ervil D. Rapp
Vay
Lou’s
Bernard Johnson Truck Service
Guarantee Oil Co
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