All-Iowa 1948 revue to top the fair attractions
Andy Hanson previews the All-Iowa Fair Revue for 1948 calling it the state fair caliber centerpiece. Acts include the Low Hite Stanley trio, Montes de Ocas trampoline act, Ainsworth 16 girl chorus, Martell and Mignon, Starless Night, and a lighted parachute finale with a fireworks display.
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Low, Hite
Stanley
Andy Hanson
Hanson
Low
Hite
Ainsworth
Martell
Stan Valero
LeBrac
Bernice
Capt
Willam Heyer
Butter theft trail widens after 27000 pounds hijack
A Peotone farmer reports a dimly lit red Chevrolet stake truck near a highway. Deputies discover 2000 pounds of butter among broken cartons on the road, part of a 27000 pound hijack moving from Leroy Minnesota toward Chicago, triggering FBI involvement.
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Madison
Wis
Here
Bernard Dubert
Dubert
Peotone
FBI
Leroy
Mainn
Chicago
Notice of Administrator Appointment in Linn County Iowa
State of Iowa Linn County judge has appointed and qualified Charles Penningroth as administrator of the estate of Anna Brra deceased. All persons indebted must pay promptly and those with claims must present them with authentication to Linn County Clerk. Attorney Charles Penningroth handles the estate.
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Linn County
Anna
Linn
Thorne
Cui K 'Eun
Frank Jordan Admitto D M Fiderkin
Wow Crasman A Lorneys
Iowa
Juy
Anna Brrates
California
Charles Penningroth
Bradley Rules Out Cussing of Men in Ranks
Fort Knox report quotes Gen Omar Bradley urging army leaders to treat selectees as individuals and avoid cursing or abuse. He insists on discipline with fairness, keeps caste system, and promotes personnel with education and personality in non commissioned leadership.
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Bradley
Fort Knox
Army
Omar Bradley
To Save Your Life You Cant Beat Caution
A cautionary feature advises readers that prudence and careful actions are essential for safety. It stresses mindful choices, risk awareness, and applying common sense in everyday activities to prevent harm or harm outcomes.
Rosselli Surrenders Amid Parole Violation Charge
Los Angeles reports John Rosselli assistant to producer Bryan Foy gave himself up on a parole breach charge after serving one third of a 10 year term for a $1,000,000 motion picture industry extortion plot. A habeas corpus writ was filed and a hearing set for August 2.
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Los Angeles
John Rosselli
Bryan Foy
U S. Marshall
Paul J. McCormick
Rosselli
New York
Charles
Cherry Nose" Gioe
Louis “Little
Cam
Pagna
Paul
Ricca
Phil D’andra
Otto Christensen
Frank Desimone
Parole’ Board
Gioe
Campagna
Chicago
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Montes de Ocas
Cash & Carry
Lemene
Ake
Ace
Sena
HCO
Guaranty Bldg
Terre Haute
Ind
Hollywood
Willie Bioff
Sheaffer
PEN and Pencil Service
Schaefer
Kresge
Cedar Rapids
Whelpley Insurance Agency
Higley
Dial
Lown
Leibsohn
Duncan Phyfe
First Avenue
Copm HE Suericaaw Tobacco Company
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