Weekend Visits Highlight Hickok Family Ties in Lansing
Misses Doris and Lilah Hickok of Lansing spent the weekend with parents Mr and Mrs Elgin Hickok. Mrs Albert Lee and children visited Mrs Gordon Ferneda of Lake. The group hosted, dined and shared time with relatives including Mr and Mrs Jerry Anderson near Barryton and Mrs Cecil Darnell and children. The note ends with a wartime bonds appeal urging support for the Fifth War Loan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doris
Lilah Hickok
Lansing
Elgin Hickok
Albert Lee
Gordon
Ferneda
Lake
Thomas Cook
Alex Muzyck
Jerry Anderson
Barryton
Cecil Darnell
Tron
Ronnie
Lilah
Todk
Near
Imarle Grove Sunday School Hosts Rev Chas Kleinhardt
The Imarle Grove Sunday School plans a 3:00 o clock fast time service with Rev Chas Kleinhardt this Sunday June 25. All are welcome. Also notes visits from Miss Jeila Rodgers and Miss Doris Timpers, plus family updates from Alfred Tigner and others in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Kleinhardt
Jéila Rodgers
Doris Timpers
Dale Rulapaugh
Alfred Tigner
Seabees
J.B. Timpe
Clare Hospital
Sid. Colosky
Pontiac
Mr. Colosky
Merlyn Messier
Monroe
Kenneth Rulapaugh
Charles Tigner
Flint
Walter Smedleys
Reuben Tigners
Women's Shoe Mileage May Be Increased 40 Percent
Washington reports that shoe mileage might rise from 15 to 40 percent to offset rationing. The War Production Board cites interdepartmental leather studies testing oil and wax coatings on cement constructed shoes to improve durability. Researchers hope to cement leather outsoles before treating with oil or hot wax to secure bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Production Board
WPB
165 Mile Gale Tops Greenland War Memoir
Sergt. Edward Koomar rested by a Greenland army hut door as a 165 mile per hour gale ripped off the roof. His mates kept playing cards and shouting, life in Greenland is harsh. He returns home on furlough after eighteen months away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nesquehoning
Edward Koomar
Greenland
Koomar
Measurements Of The Average American Doughboy
The Philadelphia quartermaster depot reports the typical American doughboy stands 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs 144 pounds with a 33.4 inch chest and 31 inch waist. He wears a 9 1/2 shoe and size 7 hat. after months of army chow, all measurements except waist and hat expand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Quartermaster Depot
Rationing At A Glance Indirect Summary Of Ration Books
Indicated ration stamps and coupons for foods fuels and tires with expiration dates and procedures. Details include blue red sugar fuel oil and tire allowances plus instructions for applications and reporting price violations. District director radio programs are listed with stations and times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Price and Rationing Board
Harrison 2751
Tin Can Salvage Collection in Clare City
Clare city adopts monthly tin can collection on the third Thursday. Residents must prepare tins for curb pickup. Philadelphia rubbish court prosecutes littering by householders. Officials report cleaner streets and alleys since enforcement began. International City Managers Association notes progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clare
Philadelphia
International City Managers Association
Sala
Steam Drives Naval Powers in the 1840s
By the 1840s all major navies embraced steam propulsion, marking a shift in maritime power. Steam engines gave ships greater range and reliability, transforming fleets and naval strategy across the era.
Also Mentioned on This Page
West Freeman
Normandy
Uncle Sam
Standard Oil Company
Indiana
Imarle Grove
Charles P. WA
Isabella and
Clare Counties
U. S. Treasury Department
Mt. Pleasant
Borley-Hanes V. F. W. Post
Elks and Moose
V. F. W. Ledges
Walker
Isabella
WBCM
WSAM
WEDF
Sinclair Products
Goodyear
Gould
McEwan and State Sts
Macaroni
FGG
Sultana Gider
Marvel
Jane Parker
Keyko
Dexo
Sunnyfield
Cart
Mason
Apenn
Marvel Hot Dog
Jane ‘Parker
Ibs
Doz
IONA
del Monte
Ann Page
Pork & Beans
Boston
S” War Loan
White House
Cairn's
Loudon’s Apple Butter
Bokar Coffee
A&p
Cott County
Green Dale
Campbell's Tomato Soup
del Alta Tomato Juige
Lake Superior
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