Youth urged to learn value of freedom heritage
Mrs. William A. Becker told Cedar Rapids, Iowa, D A R banquet attendees that democracy faces a third crisis from propaganda and new theories. She warned against fascist and communist “isms,” urged youth to be modern pioneers devoted to American ideals, citing Pilgrim Fathers and home character as foundations. The event featured music, new pilgrimages to Washington, and a 150 year old colonial flag on display.
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William A. Becker
Summitt
N. J
Women of America
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Daughters of the American Revolution
Roosevelt Hotel
Europe
Germany
Russia
George
Italy
Pilgrim Fathers
Maxine Boeger
Chester Petranek
Verne Jeffreys
Margaret White Stoltz
Ottumwa
Washington, D. C
Venus Wagner Coverdell
Des Moines
Frances Foster
Cherokee
Dorcas Jane Schoppe
Jefferson
Lois Johnson
H. T. Pressley
Clarinda
George Washington
Eleanor Bogart
Mary K. Fuller
Iowa
Memorial Continental Hall
L. C. Abbott
Spinning Wheel
Marshalltown
Exploring heredity and social questions from a scientist view
A science based Q and A discusses heredity noting half the body comes from each parent and that traits are not strictly inherited from father or mother. It explores comparisons among women and men and considers when demotion may be better than promotion for job satisfaction.
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Bud
Jane
Notice of Expiration of Redemption Right in Linn County
The Linn County Treasurer issues notice that on December 7, 1036 the Vernon View Lot 3 Block 3 area in Bertram Linn County Iowa was sold for delinquent taxes 1933 1934 1935. Redemption ends ninety days after service. deed will be issued to the purchaser if not redeemed. Robert Vesely Linn County Auditor signs this March 9 1038.
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Deutschk
Peter
Katie
Linn County
Iowa
Vernon View
Bertram
Robert Vesely
Towa
Iowans Designated For West Point
The War Department announced candidates designated for admission to West Point include Robert Otto principal Denison Iowa Howard Grimes first alternate Manilla Iowa and John A Junck second alternate Ogden Iowa for the Eighth Iowa district.
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Washington
War Department
Military Academy
West Point
Robert Otto
Denison
Howard Grimes
Manilla
John A. Junck
Ogden
Iowa
Canine Athletic Club Reported in Tail Wagger Magazine
An alleged canine athletic club opens in New York offering dog memberships for 10 dollars yearly. Benefits include a daily pool swim, exercise sun roof, extensive toys, and a canine restaurant with trained attendants. The article cites Tail Wagger Magazine as the sole authority, noting no address is given.
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Great Britain
New York
Notice of Appointment of Administrator in Linn County Iowa
On March 10 1038 the undersigned was appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Julia O Stocker deceased of Linn County Iowa All indebted persons should pay immediately and those with claims must file them with Linn County District Court Iowa Glen of the Linn County District Court L Wick Attorney Ole G Stocker administrator
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Iowa
Linn County
Julia O. Stocker
Towa
Glen
Hollywood Chatter and Sign of Hollywoodland
Idol chatter surveys Joan Crawford on money matters Gloria Stuart Marion Davies and Maureen O Sullivan among stars. The Hollywoodland sign dominates the hills at night linking glamour to tragedy and a tribute to Sylvia Sidney.
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Ollywood
MGM
Joan Crawford
Gloria Stuart
Marion Davies
Joan Davis
Filmville
Neil Hamilton
Priscilla Lane
Claudette Colbert
Richard Green
Tyrone Power
Robert Taylor
Mexico City
Hollywood
Fred MacMurray
Deanna Durbin
William Powell
Maureen O'Sullivan
Cecilia Parker
Margaret Sanger
Fonts Hills
Hollywoodland
Noise Is a Normal Part of Baby Life Says Olive Roberts Barton
In a column urging balanced sound exposure for infants, Olive Roberts Barton argues that babies learn through noise and that a quiet environment can cause jumpiness. She notes how playful banging teaches cause and effect and warns against overdisciplining a noisy toddler, urging families to welcome sound as natural.
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Omid
Baby
Convricht
Lang clings to secrecy on set amid publicity raids
Director Ritz Lang of the George Raft Sylvia Sidney production at Paramount enforces strict no visitor rules. He rejects eyewear on set, making visitors blind to his presence until they stumble into him, while the publicity department battles to document behind the scenes.
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You
Paramount
Sylvia Sidney
Sylvia
George Raft
Flavius Josephus
George
Ritz Lang
Lang
Joe E Brown Shines In Wide Open Faces at Town Theater
Film review notes Joe E Brown maintains his goofy expression in Wide Open Faces set in Willow Springs with Duke Temple bank heist fallout. Plot follows money mystery, rival thugs, and a wild chase ending with rewards. Also reviews The Lone Wolf in Paris with Lederer and Leona Maricle.
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Joe E. Brown
Joe
Duke Temple
Willow Springs
Duke
G-men
Francis Lederer
Paris
Lederer
Leona Marile
Lone Wolf
Graustark Style Romance on Program for Lederer Fans
The note notes old Graustark theme with romance and intrigue as entertainment. It highlights a March of Time film on the program and calls it interesting and entertaining for Lederer fans.
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Lederer
W. M
Theaters Show Wide Open Faces and Sunnybrook Farm
Joe E Brown stars in Wide Open Faces and The Lone Wolf of Paris with Francis Lederer and Frances Drake. Shirley Temple headlines Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm with Randolph Scott and an all star cast. Deanna Durbin appears in Mad About Music with Herbert Marshall and Frank McHugh in He Couldn’t Say No. Bob Baker and Constance Moore lead Border Wolves. Fred Stone in Hideaway. Ritz Brothers headline Life Begins at College and The Thirteenth Chair. Crackup stars Peter Lorre and Brian Donlevy. The Old Wyoming Trail features Charles Starrett.
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Joe E. Brown
Paris
Francis Lederer
Frances Drake
Paramount
Shirley Temple
Rebecca
Sunnybrook Farm
Randolph Scott
Deanna Durbin
Herbert Marshall
Frank McHugh
Rialto
Bob Baker
Constance Moore
Fred Stone
Palace
The
Ritz Brothers
Strand
Peter Lorre
Brian Donlevy
Wyoming Trail
Charles Starrett
Carloadings Drop 29 Percent Week to March 19
The Association of American Railroads reports U S weekly carloadings fell to 540,332 for the week ending March 19, down 16,332 cars or 29 percent from the prior week.
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Washington
The
Association of American Railroads
Linn County Iowa Tax Deed Notice for Bertram Township
Treasurer's certificate indicates parcel in Vernon View Lot 21 Block 3 now in Bertram Township Linn County Iowa was sold under tax deed provisions for years 1932 1933 1934. A certificate of purchase was issued to Linn County and redemption must be completed by March 6 1938 to avoid transfer of ownership.
Binnie Barnes Actress Rise From Milk Cart to Stardom
The thirtieth birthday profile traces Binnie Barnes from a London milk cart after her policeman father’s death to testing bulbs in a factory, dancing in halls, joining Tex McLeod’s act, and breaking through to film roles in Henry VIII and Diamond Jim. Her early doubt, grit, and later ascent mirror a determined rise to stardom.
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Oday
London
Binnie Barnes
Henry VII
Diamond Jim
England
Binnie
Lillian Russell
Tex" McLeod
U.S. A
Charles Laughton
Henry the VIII
Confirm Nomination of Nellie Tayloe Ross for Mint Director
The Senate confirmed Nellie Tayloe Ross of Wyoming for another term as director of the Mint. The action was reported from Washington with the approval occurring on Friday.
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Nellie T. Ross
Washington
Senate
Nellie Tayloe Ross
Wyoming
Mint
Shirley Temple Stars in Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm Musical
Shirley Temple headlines the Paramount revival of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm in a singing dancing adaptation where she again plays Shirley. Randolph Scott is the radio producer, with Gloria Stuart Jack Haley and Phyllis Brooks in supporting roles. The program also features Slim Summerville Aunt Murandy dance numbers and a Raymond Scott quintet.
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Hollywood
Rebecca
Sunnybrook Farm
Shirley Temple
Paramount
Heidi
Temple
Shirley
Randolph Scott
Gloria Stuart
Jack Haley
Phyllis Brooks
Slim Summerville
Helen Westley
Aunt Murandy
Bull Robinson
Raymond Scott
Star Reporter
Paramount News
F.C. H
Bill Robinson
Raymond Scott Quintet
Rahairroad Wage Scales Maintained During Negotiations
Washington (INS) postponement of talks on a 15 percent wage cut was announced by management spokesmen and leaders of 21 railroad unions. George M. Harrison and J. J. Pelley said current wage scales remain in effect while awaiting the administration policy on the carriers' financial crisis.
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Washington
INS
George M. Harrison
Railway Labor Executives Association
J. J. Pelley
American Association of Railroads
Cotton referendum vote shows overwhelming farmer support
Washington AP reports Secretary Wallace announced the official count on the March 12 cotton marketing quotas referendum. Results show 92.1 percent of voters favored quotas with 1,406,088 for and 12,940 against. The measure required two thirds approval of those voting.
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Washington
Wallace
Notice of Appointment of Executor in Linn County Iowa
The undersigned Frank J Dvorak has been appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of Dha Novak, deceased, in Linn County Iowa. All creditors must pay immediately, and all claims must be filed with the Linn County District Court, Iowa. S. V. Shonka is the attorney for the executor.
Japan Agrees to Stop Alaska Salmon Fishing Activities
The U S government announced that Japan will suspend salmon fishing by Japanese vessels in Alaskan waters, including halting surveys in Bristol Bay and delaying license issuance. The move follows a lengthy protest and seeks to protect the American salmon industry built over years of conservation.
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Washington
State Department
Japan
Alaskan
Brittol Bay
Bristol Bay
Department
Tokio
Privilege Ruling Clears Kentucky Officer Report in Libel Case
In Franksfort Kentucky the Court of Appeals ruled a police report prepared in the line of duty and under a shield of privilege may not be published. The decision upheld a 1985 dismissal of a $50 000 libel suit against the Lauville Courier Journal arising from a report by former Attorney General Henry H Denham and Governor Ruby Laffoon in Clay County.
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Frankfort
API
Kentucky Court of Appeal
Whitley
Lau +ville Courer
Henry H Denhara
Ruby Laffann
Vance
Circuit
W. E Begley
Texas vegetable acreage soars for cannery demand
Over the past decade Texas has seen vegetable farming for canneries expand dramatically, with acreage rising by more than 1900 percent as production shifts to meet processing demands. This surge reflects broader agricultural shifts and investment in packinghouse supply chains across the state.
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Texas
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