Be Wary Of Old Furnace Inspection Scam
The Chicago Better Business Bureau warns of the old furnace inspection racket where a pushy salesman poses as a furnace inspector or government agent. He suggests costly repairs or replacement, then a second con artist pushes a paper to release the company from liability. Many so called condemned furnaces were actually 3 to 6 years old and operable, while legitimate repairmen say only minor fixes were needed.
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Chicago Better Business' Bureau
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Chicago Better Business Bureau
Postwar Paints Highlight Easy Application
A New York Journal of Record surveys postwar products noting bright colors long wear and easy application in paints. It says quick drying has been developed without sacrificing durability and stresses ease of use as a shortage of skilled painters is anticipated.
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New York Journal of
Garden care tip on watering plants for drought
Water plants slowly and thoroughly, allowing deep soil soaking and wait for signs of thirst before the next watering. This encourages deep roots for heat and cold protection. Use a hoe instead of a hose to keep soil moisture during dry periods.
Death Dodger Drivers Set for Soldiers Field Show
James T. Williams announces Jimmy Lynch and His Death Dodgers will perform at Soldiers Field on Sunday September 1 and Labor Day Monday September 2 with auto and motorcycle stunts. The program features a 25 mile Australian Pursuit motorcycle jump circus acts and dramatic crashes including a dive bomb crash over vehicles.
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James T. Williams
Jimmy Lynch
Lynch
Life Magazine
Assumes New DAR Office in Evans ton Division
Mrs Alexander C Dallach of South Waiola avenue returns Sunday after Maine trip to preside September 24 at the opening assembly of the fourth division of the Daughters of the American Revolution in First Methodist church Evans ton Fort Dearborn DAR chapter hosting. State regent Mrs Frederick A Sapp and other officers outline programs. Dallach 34 years DAR member, organized John Kendrick group in Weratehee Washington, long service in Gen Henry Bearhorn chapter Chicago, 24 years. Active in Colonial Coverlet guild, with leadership roles, and broader DAR allied interests.
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Alexander C. Dallach
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Maine
Daughters of the American Revolution
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First Methodist Church
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Frederick A. Sapp
Ottawa
New State
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Washington State
John Kendrick
Weratehee
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Bearhorn
Chicago
State Society
Ex-Regents Club
Colonial
Coverlet Guild
Colonial Coverlet Guild
Estimate 52 000 Vets Will Attend Illinois Colleges
A wartime era clipping reports estimates of 52 000 veterans attending Illinois colleges. The piece mentions thousands of aliens entering the country, border patrol arrests, and regional immigration trends. It also notes social groups and local club meetings unrelated to education.
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Illinois
Border Patrol Apprehensions Rise in Atlanta District
The War Manpower Commission brought in workers from a Jarre group who desert their jobs. In 1988, 803 aliens were apprehended in the Atlanta district covering eight southeastern states. Over the last six months 3,138 aliens were picked up, with projections exceeding 6,000 in this district if the trend continues.
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United States
Clark
Immigration and Naturalization Services
Border Patrol
Caribbean
Mexico
Electrification spreads through Southwest oil wells
Electrification of oil operations with electric motors and timing controls is spreading across the Southwest's blue gold belt. A company in Arkansas reports 150 wells automated with a 33 percent cut in pumping costs and plans to automate at least 60 more wells by year end.
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Southwest
Lilue Gold Belt
Arkansas
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