Iowa Politicians and Jobs in 1942 Campaign Roundup
In Des Moines the gubernatorial race heats up as Kraschel gains behind the scenes support while Hickenlooper keeps a steady HQ. Dancer eyed as education secretary. exams and retirements open posts. Retail tax returns 18.8 million for 1941-42, with income tax abolition debates looming. army letters note a former student’s rise to lieutenant colonel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson G. Kraschel
Kraschel
Democratic
Fort Des Moines
B. B. Hickenlooper
Secretary's Annual Statement for Clermont Iowa School Fund
The document lists receipts for the School House Fund of the Independent School District of Clermont Iowa. It records receipts from district activities and deposits to the school fund, noting sources, dates, and amounts as part of financial accountability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent School District
Clermont
Iowa
School House Fund
Detroit Prisoner Convicted Of Treason In Nazi Flier Case
Max Stephan a Detroit restaurant keeper is shown in federal court as a U.S. Deputy Marshal cuffs him after a guilty verdict for harboring a Nazi flier fleeing Canada toward Mexico following escape from a war prisoner camp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit. Mich
Max Stephan
Detroit
United States
Marshall
Mexico
Celanese Develops Cellulose Strip Seams to Prevent Wrinkles
The Celanese Corporation of America has invented a narrow cellulose strip to reinforce garment seams. This method aims to minimize wrinkling by strengthening fabric edges and smoothing out folds during wear.
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Celanese Corporation of America
Kettle Drum’s Distinct Pitch Noted in Musical Installment
The kettle drum stands out as the only drum with a definite musical pitch, a feature highlighted in the current discussion of percussion instruments.
Quarterly Statement of Clermont School District Proceedings
The Clermont School District of Clermont Independent Township Fayette County files the quarterly financial report for the quarter ending June 30 1942. It certifies the proceedings and bills paid from April 28 to June 12 1942 and lists disbursements for the General Fund and related expenses including supplies fuel labor and utilities with figures and vendor names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clermont Independent
Clermont
Fayette
Iowa
J. A. Erickson
J. F. Brorby
49Th General Assembly
Board of Directors
Mr. Brorby
Mr. Martin
Mr. Nelson
Mr. Erickson
Martin
School House
General Fund
W. W. Abel
A. L. Riley
Franklin Pobpaiins Co
Rex-O-Graph, ‘Inc
Schups Cash Grocery
EL Ez
John J. Kayeny
R. P. Strauch
Burgess-Dugstad Lbr. Co
Klipto Loose-Seaf Co
Holcomb Mtg. Co
p+ plies Co
Matt Parrott “& Sons Co
Clermont Brick & Sand
Fred Grossman
Schops Grocery
H. E
Metropolitan Supply Co
Johnson Garage
Richard O. Olson
Schops Cash Grocery
St Metropolitan Supply Co
Ralph ©. Triem
Wm. Sheehy
Otto Vasby
Central States Power & Light Corp
Light and Power
Affidavit of Secretary Certifies District Financial Report
James F Brorby secretary certifies that the district quarterly financial report for the period ending June 30, 1942 is true and correct. Notary Verla Gunderson confirms sworn statement on July 1, 1942 with official seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James F. Brorby
Nna
J. F. Brorby
A. D
Verla G. Gunderson
Twenty Five Years Ago Items From 1917
Fifteen short notes recount local life in July 1917. Van Appelman left for Cedar Rapids to take Navy exams, passed the first test, then continued to Des Moines for final exams. Mrs. Goodman and daughter India visited Waterloo. Mae Crowe underwent an Iowa City hospital operation. Peter and Louie Larson visited from Council Bluffs. Parker Gress nearly drowned at a dam but was saved with minor injuries. Mrs. Lillian Sticha and daughter visited from Lonsdale. Andine Vasby planned a Billings summer with relatives. Mrs. Nelson and Lucille Hollien visited Steuben. The Ritchie family and friends spent a Sunday in Fennimore by car.
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van Appelman
Cedar Rapids
U. S. Navy
Des Moines
W. A. Goodman
India
Waterloo
Frank Fay
Mae Crowe
Iowa City
Peter
Louie Larson
Council Bluffs
Nels Larson
Parker Gress
Lillian B. Sticha
Lonsdale
Minn
E. W. Markham
Andine Vasby
Billings
Mont
Frank Calahan
N. H. Nelson
Lucillee Hollien
Steuben
Farmers Savings Bank of Clermont official statement 1942
Official banking summary for Farmers Savings Bank Clermont Fayette County Iowa closing June 30 1942 lists resources including loans and discounts U S bonds and securities overdrafts and cash items total resources and liabilities including capital stock surplus undivided profits reserves and deposits. Signed by J F Miller president Louise Miller vice president J A Erickson cashier with notary seal and date July 7 1942. Feed Supply A 1939 survey indicates largest feed grain and hay per animal in over a decade.
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Farmers’ Savings Bank
Iowa
Clermont
Fayette
U. S
State of
Fayette County
J. F. Miller
Louise Miller
J. A. Erickson
Verlag, Gunderson
United States
Secretary of State Plans Michigan License Plate Tests
Secretary of State Harry B. Kelly outlines tests to determine the best size color and style of automobile license plates for readability at distance and under difficult conditions. Police officers and automobile experts will assist in the scientific testing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Harry B. Kelly
Tallest Hotel in the United States Echoed by New York Landmark
The Waldorf Astoria in New York City rises 47 stories, making it the tallest hotel in the United States. The Stevens in Chicago tops in room count with 3000 rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waldorf-Astoria
New York City
United States
Chicago
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Clermont Enterprise
Agnes Paulson
Town Press Association
National Editorial Association
Dancer
David A. Dancer
Lamont Republican
Board of Education
Merrill R. Pierson
Shenandoah
Michigan State College
Secretary of Agriculture
Pierson
Town School For the Deaf
Town Employment Security Commission
Merit System
Insurance Exchange
Council For Psychologists
Child Welfare Division
State Department of Social Welfare
Tax Commission
Harry
Supt
QO. S. von Krog
Iowa Training School For Boys
Eldora
No. Three's Yard
I. C. Jerdee
Clermont, Iowa
R. V. Brandt
Louis Schutte & Son
Clermont and
Postville
Ees
General Sch. House
S. H. Fund
General Wheelock & Cummins
C. C. Miller
Dr. J. C. Jerdee
Roxa S. Kirby
Town-Des Moines
Nat'l Theo
C. Ressler
Cornelius Olson
Bank
Chris Overgaard
Wheelock & Cummins
Vera M. Longwell
Louise Kurth
Nat'l Bank
Kansas Andine Valley
Norene Boley
City
Alma Smith
Margaret Hogg
Dr. I. C. Jerdee
Celia D. Mori
Farmers Savings Bank
Bertram Kurth
Avatee
Enterprise
J. H. Follett, H. A. Lubke
Ell Mesns
Perlez
Perlex Company
Southern
VALE
Yea Lee
SELI
Househeld Magazine
Innocentul Farming
Capper
Carian
Collier's Wi Weekly
Isa
Science and Discovery
Silver Screen
Flower Grower
Christian Herald
Pathfinder
Amerie
Jrnl_i
Tater
Poultry Tribune
Natl Livestock Prod
Natara
Rai Dop
Postoffice
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