Town and Farm in Wartime
The Petroleum Administration for War plans to equalize gasoline rations across the United States east of the Rockies within sixty days. Administrator Ickes says the move will shift total supply, likely increasing East rations and reducing those in the Middle West and Southwest. Nonessential driving fuel is not expected to be available.
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United States
Rocky Mountains
Petroleum Administration
Middle West
Southwest
Ickes
Corn Purchases Rewarded for War Industries Relief
Farmers who sell corn to a country elevator for the Commodity Credit Corporation before August 10 receive extra payments to cover price increases through October 31. War Food Administrator Marvin Jones commends sellers aiding war industries and feed relief, noting purchases exceed 6 million bushels since July 1.
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War Industries
Commendity Credit Corporation
Marvin Jones
Home Canning Jars Break Record In Early 1943
The first five months of this year saw more home canning jars and covers produced than in all of 1942. Housewives are advised to study directions with each box for the new three piece top glass lid metal screw band and rubber ring. WPB says quality of jars and covers this year remains high.
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WPB
Veterans Employment Service links disabled soldiers with jobs
Soldiers discharged for disabilities contact the Veterans Employment representative in their hometown through a division of the United States Employment Service. Efforts inform the veteran of reemployment rights under the Selective Service Act and aid in special training via the Veterans Administration to secure war production work.
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Armed Services
Veterans Employment Representative
Unite States Employment Service
Veterans Administration
Return Empty Bottles Urged to Ease War Production Strain
The Conservation Division advises returning empty beverage bottles promptly to reduce the need for new bottle production during wartime. It states old bottles can be reused after complete cleaning and sterilization at bottling plants.
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Conservation Division
No New Tires For Spares
OPA announced that new tires will not be rationed for spares in the coming months except for firemen and doctors. Drivers without a usable fifth tire may receive a certificate for a used or recapped tire for that purpose.
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OPA
Turkeys Sought For Soldiers As Frontline Dinners
American turkey raisers are asked by the War Food Administration to supply about 10 million pounds of turkey meat in August and September for overseas armed forces. The public is urged to avoid turkey during this period to meet the urgent military demand. Civilian supplies later are expected to reach a near record production.
Home repairs stressed during wartime housing limits
Federal Housing officials say repairs are essential as new home building is restricted to war industry areas and most American families must remain in their current homes for the duration of the war.
Ceiling price noted for hog market amid record highs
The ceiling price of 1456 dollars marks a mid level between a 22 year high and the prices hogs fetched prior to 1942. The report places current values within a historical context for live hogs.
Hose Grading Not Required for Women’s Hosiery
A decree clarifies labeling rules for women’s hosiery noting that products need not be labeled Grade A. The ruling emphasizes consumer protection while simplifying standards for manufacturers and retailers.
OPA Leaves Dealer Choice on Grade A or B Rayon Hose
The OPA indicates Grade A or B markings on rayon hose are now at the dealer's option. Ceiling price and gauge or needle count rules remain active.
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OPA
Oven Canning Warned Against by USDA
The U S Department of Agriculture warns home canners that oven canning is slow unsafe and prone to accidents. It notes juice loss darkening of fruit and insufficient heat to kill bacteria in beans peas corn and non acid vegetables and meat. It recommends steam pressure canners for low acid foods and boiling water baths for fruits and tomatoes.
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U. S
Editorial Advertising Shapes Wartime Public Sentiment
Wartime ads from United States Rubber Company General Motors Eastern Air Lines and Chevrolet are praised for believability and quotability. The term editorial advertising describes straight thinking messages that inform inspire and build goodwill with the public during war and guide postwar conversion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uited States Rubber Company
General Motors
Eastern Air Lines
Chevrolet
America
Valley Forge
United States Rubber Company
School Credit for Private Music Lessons
A large number of private music teachers have applied to Roy Scantlin for permits to teach applied music for credit in high schools. Permits and credits have been allowed in Missouri for fifteen years or more. Interest in this phase of public school music is growing statewide.
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Roy Scantlin
Missouri
Shortage of School Superintendents in Missouri
A survey by school officials finds ninety four Missouri high schools lack superintendents. Most are small with one to four teachers and enrollments of seven to eighty five students. Potatoes Abundant: Housewives to resume liberal use due to plentiful supply.
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State of
Missouri
Potatoes Abundant Now Yet Short-Lived, Say Experts
County Agent Ralph Rogers notes early crop potatoes were harvested immature and unsuited for long storage but good for immediate use. Growers expanded acreage to meet anticipated demand, with one third more potatoes on market than last year. Nutritionists praise potatoes for vitamins C and A, thiamine, calories and minerals. keep skins on when scrubbed and boiled for serving.
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Ralph Rogers
County Line Items Highlight Local Visits and Guests
Irene Herbert of Kansas City spent Friday to Sunday with her in law family. Gary Indiana visitors Mr and Mrs Herbert Rachford and Miss Wanda Quigley joined relatives for a vacation. Several families hosted dinners Sundays with Crookshanks Lay Baskett Keithley and others. Sam Crookshanks the U S Army was visiting Meadville with relatives before a North Carolina posting.
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Irene Herbert
Kansas City
Walter Crooks
Herbert Rachford
Wanda Quigley
Gary
Ind
John Quigley
Jimmy Rinehart
Roy Knifong
Harold Cooper
Chester Schrock
Fern Keithley
Phyllis Kay
Everett Keithey
L. P. Kirby
Lyle Lee Burchett
Cecil Lay
Vane Kingsolver
Everett Crookshanks
Kroeger of
Purdin
Lloyd Bowyer
Everett Keithley
Clarence Crookshanks
Dan Bundies
Walter
Johnnie Baskett
Harold
John Baskett
Morris Crookshanks
Ronald
Jerry
Fdl
Sayers
Ray
Wheelbarger
Enar Lndlow
Mary Lou
Bob
Sam Crookshanks
U. S. Army
Meadville
Sam
North Carolina
Missouri Hybrid Corn Acreage Rises in War Year
Missouri reports 3 501 000 acres planted with hybrid corn up from 2 647 000 in 1942 an increase of 32 percent Hybrid corn now accounts for 71 percent of total corn acreage vs 60 percent in 1942 and 47 percent in 1941 Surgical dressings prepared by Merry Matrons of Forker Community totaling 7 374 at Forker Community Church Red Cross center Extensions clubs continue dressing projects and research workers have findings.
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Missouri
Merry Matrons
Forker Community
Red Cross
Apple rich diet may reduce protein needs in body
The text suggests that frequent apple consumption could lower daily protein requirements. It discusses storing apples for household use this year and considers feasibility for family meals.
Hybrid corn yields exceed open pollinated in Missouri reports
Missouri corn growers report hybrids produce 20 to 25 percent more corn per acre than open pollinated varieties under certain soil and weather conditions, noting variability by environment.
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Missouri
How to boil corn on the cob fresh
Husk the ears and brush away silks with a stiff brush. Drop into boiling water and cook 5 to 10 minutes depending on maturity for tender kernels.
Tomato Puree Clarification Method
To prevent separation of toman to juice simmer the tomatoes and run them through an extremely fine sieve so that the particles will be so small they will not set tle to the bottom.
Nut meats kept safe by canning method and aid
Canning preserves nut meats from rancidity and extends shelf life. Instructions from the canning aide are provided to guide the process.
4-H Achievement Day Heads to Linneus High
Mark it on your calendar for August 5 as Linneus High hosts 4-H Achievement Day showcasing youth projects and awards.
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Linneus High School
Protein-rich hay boosts forage value and lowers concentrate needs
Cutting hay before seed formation increases protein content and feeding value. Each extra pound of protein saved in forage reduces the requirement for purchasing protein concentrates.
Neighbor Trade Sparks Labor Saving Ideas
In a spirit of mutual aid neighbors discuss shares of tasks and labor saving methods. People swap tips on how to ease daily chores and offer practical suggestions to one another.
Farm Labor From Schools Boosts Missouri Harvest
The Victory Farm Volunteer Program and Missouri vocational agriculture teachers have enrolled high school and out-of-school youth. Thousands have been placed on farms through the Agricultural Extension Service, addressing a farm labor shortage.
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Victory Farm Volunteer Program
Vocational Agriculture Teachers of Missouri
Agricultural Extension Service
Missouri Melange Highlights Cotton Boom From 1939
A Department of Commerce release notes Missouri ranks high in cotton production. Of eight cotton counties in Missouri three are in the top fourteen nationwide. Pemis cot County leads with 128,893 bales, New Madrid 111,377, Dunklin 83,571. Mississippi County, Arkansas tops the nation.
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Missouri
Department of Commerce
Union
Pemiscot
New Madrid
Dunklin
Mississippi County
Arkansas
Bucklin Plans Big Home Coming Festival This August
Bucklin will host a three day home coming festival on August 19 20 and 21. The event is announced by the Bucklin Chamber of Commerce and is under the auspices of the organization.
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Bucklin
Chamber of Commerce
Boone County Names First Woman School Superintendent
Mrs. Aretha Hart Lewis became Boone County’s first woman school superintendent this month, succeeding Noah C. Heller who has moved to the Navy as an officer.
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Aretha Hart Lewis
Boone County
Noah C. Heller
Navy
Sheldon State Bank Merges Bank of Milo Assets
The Sheldon State Bank has purchased the assets of the Bank of Milo and will merge with the Sheldon Bank, creating a unified institution under the Sheldon name. The transfer consolidates customer deposits, loans, and treasury holdings.
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Sheldon State Bank
Bank of Milo
Sheldon Bank
Sheldon Institution Leads Consolidation of Bank Assets
G. B. Beeny heads the Sheldon Institution as total assets exceed $800,000 in the consolidation. The merged bank will run under the Sheldon bank board of directors.
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Nevada News
G. B. Beeny
Sheldon Institution
Consolidated Bank
Sheldon Bank
Richmond publisher Frank Varney retires from Hardin News
Frank O Varney of Richmond, publisher of the Hardin News, announces retirement after a long career in country journalism. He previously worked in the linotype department at the Kansas City Star.
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Frank O. Varney
Richmond
The
Hardin News
Kansas City Star
Senators Clark and Truman Recommend Hanni al Postmaster
United States Senators Clark and Truman of Missouri announce they have recommended the appointment of C. Brete as postmaster at Hannibal.
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United States
Clark
Truman
Missouri
C. Brete
Hannial
Rebuilding of 350‑Foot Liberty Independence Bridge
Contractors and engineers work at a Herculean pace on reclaiming and rebuilding the 350 foot span of the Liberty Independence bridge that fell into the Missouri River during the June floods. River stage fluctuations hinder progress.
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Liberty-Independence
Missouri River
English Oath Sets Precedent For Audrain County Supt
J Howard Maxwell Audrain County superintendent of schools took his oath of office in England while serving with the American expeditionary forces. He was sworn by Captain Donald Sheeler operations officer in the U S Army Air Corps. The oath and bond were received and approved by County Clerk Fred Kent and the county court.
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J. Howard Maxwell
Audrain
England
Maxwell
American Expeditionary Forces
Donald Sheeler
U. S. Army Air Corps
Fred Kent
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