Cedar Rapids July gains in building allied lines report
The industrial bureau of the Chamber of Commerce notes July improvements over June in Cedar Rapids. Building permits rose from 200 to 243, value from 120346 to 202650 dollars, real estate transfers from 206 to 277, and allied utilities show higher telephone connections and electricity use while gas consumption declines. Employment and inbound carloadings rise, outbound carloadings fall, bank clearings edge up, and new car and truck sales drop. Post office receipts stay nearly steady.
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Building and Allied Utilities
Cedar Rapids
Consolidated Business Report
Industrial Bureau of the
Chamber of Commerce
Allied Utilities
Radio robot eyed for Alaska defense land base
Washington officials say a radio controlled aircraft landing system could solve Alaska’s aerial defense issues. The device pilots planes in zero visibility from a base within twenty miles, enabling safe landings in dense fogs and prompting plans for a 5 million dollar land air base near Fairbanks.
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Washington
INS
Alaska
United States
Aleutian Islands
Army High Command
Fairbanks
Water Of Lake Macbride Is O. K. Lab Tests Show
Rumors of contamination at Lake Macbride park were denied by custodian E. W. Omstead. Lab tests from the University of Iowa bacteriological lab showed the water was very satisfactory. Drinking water at Lake Macbride also tested regular.
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Lake Macbride
O. K
Lake Macbride Park
E. W. Omstead
Omstead
Bacteriological Laboratory
University of Iowa
Lenders reports booming German building as war talk rises
A W H Lenders, Penick and Ford executive, after a three month visit to Germany and Austria, describes widespread construction under Hitler, including slum clearance and new housing for middle classes, with a vibrant postwar mood and ample food but limited travel business and oranges scarce. He notes young Germans resemble Americans and recalls seeing Hitler at a Munich festival opening.
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Germany
Austria
Adolph W. H. Lenders
Grande
Avenue SE
Penick and Ford Ltd, Inc
Lenders
Munich
Vienna
Hitler
Hapsburgs
Cedar Rapids
Mr. Lenders
Eifel
Nazi Party
Reich
United States
America
New York
Chicago
Anticipated Daily Message Puzzle Teaches Lucky Key
A playful daily game explains a letter count method to produce a fortune. It instructs to count letters in the first name, apply conditional adjustments, and use the resulting key numbers to read a hidden message from a grid read left to right.
Wheat price stabilization plans eyed by experts
Washington AP government farm experts warn of a large wheat surplus and explore a long term quota system among exporting nations. Quick options include a stop gap export subsidies to move 100 million bushels and loans to China for American flour purchases. Secretary Wallace notes a permanent dumping scheme would be dynamite.
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Washington
China
Wallace
Farm Leaders Admit Challenges Facing This Year
The secretary and other top ranking administration farm leaders frankly admit that this year's conditions pose significant hurdles for production, policy implementation, and market stability as they outline priorities for relief and reform.
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Administration
Bumper Wheat and Cotton Test of Crop Control
Bumper wheat and cotton crops may provide a crucial test of their attempts at crop control. The report notes potential shifts in agricultural policy as farmers face record yields and stress on management programs. Authorities anticipate regulatory adjustments to address surplus production and market effects.
False Teeth Wearers Are Worst Breath Offenders
False teeth wearers suffer due to stubborn scum and odor that brushing cannot remove. Poli dent powder dissolves scum, stains, tarnish, and odor, making breath sweeter and teeth look and feel better. Approved by Good Housekeeping Bureau and dentists. costs 30 cents at drug stores.
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Good Housekeeping ‘Bureau
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Allied
Consolidated Report
Alaska Defense Key
Alexander George
U.S
A. W. H. Lenders
Scotty McLeod
Oregon
Nurito
Maytag
Frigidaire
Cedar
Rapids
Maytag.Co
Second’ Avenue
Wwen Alt
L.R
William J. Miller
Cea Dee Ma LY Ag
Corryins
A.C
Bly
Sale
Mat- Giessen
2Nd St
St. SE
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