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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1942
Page
11
The Stemlar Service Station in Cedar Rapids unveils the White plan for truck conservation aimed at single trucks and fleets. Preventive maintenance reduces wear and delays repairs while conserving fuel, with a swap-based parts policy to save critical materials during wartime.
The War Production board allows the Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric company to offer its 1942 Server gas refrigerators for sale. Limited stock remains and future units may not be available until after the war. The Server has a 10 year unconditional guarantee and silent operation with no moving parts. Also sold are Roper and Magic Chef gas ranges and Ruud automatic gas water heaters on terms.
Calder's Van and Stories offers moving and storage for households during the duration of wartime. With 60,000 feet of storage and specialized piano storage, they urge customers to plan ahead as homes close and items risk damage. Call 7101 or visit 412-416 Avenue.
Better feeding practices on the home front boost the nation's meat milk and egg output. Farmers balance home grown grains with Vitamo feeds to achieve quicker gains at lower cost, a practice popular across the Midwest.
Cedar Rapids housewives praise Modern Launderers and Cleaners for quality dry cleaning that preserves garments. Mary Usher leads silk finishing, measuring garments on receipt and return, with no last minute disappointments. Modern uses a gentle cleaning fluid, offers pickup in a red and white truck, and cleans rugs, carpets, upholstery, hats, and more.
Bezdek Florists showcase indoor plants suited for winter decor including Philadendrum Chinese evergreen ivy and blossoming varieties. They emphasize healthy robust plants with expert care guidance and two greenhouses in Cedar Rapids and Marion to supply durable greenery through winter.
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