Fire destroys Sherman Box and Paper Co in Des Moines
Fire investigators and authorities probe a blaze that leveled the Sherman Box and Paper company plant in Des Moines causing an estimated loss of 14000 with partial insurance. Six women workers on the second floor escaped by a perilous descent as flames reached the elevator shaft.
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Shenandoah
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Iowa
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Caleb Shearon
Britt
Fuel Commission
Manilla
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John Holbauch
Camp Dodge Target Practice Starts for Civilians to See Relatives
At Camp Dodge in Des Moines the 88th Division tests a pass system, sending 10 men from the 350th Infantry home for five days to see relatives before transfer to Camp Pike. Training advances fast, with new trench style target practice and efforts to promote noncommissioned officers.
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Lollypops For Youngsters Increases Christmas Cheer
The article describes making dressed up lollypops as decorative treats for children. It explains crafting with crepe paper figures on candy disks, using cardboard bases, wires for limbs, and wax paper faces. The result ranges from fruits and vegetables to dolls and clowns, with no limit to possibilities.
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Neckwear for Christmas in organdie sets for women
The column promotes organdie neckwear as ideal Christmas gifts for women of all ages. It highlights white and ivory options with light colored ruffles, versatile for wear with tailored suits, and notes organdie is durable and dainty.
Pretty Christmas Gifts for Women’s Bags and Accessories
The article describes fashionable cretonne knitting bags and related accessories as inexpensive, practical gifts for Christmas. It highlights a tun cretonne bag with black striped Japanese designs, bright green sateen lining, and decorative fruit clusters. Descriptions include a headpiece cap with pink ribbon, chiffon roses, and a satin ribbon bow fastened by snap fasteners.
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Basketry Gift Baskets and Breakfast Cups Delight
The article describes charming gift baskets made from small plates arranged in bow-shaped bas kets. Dark brown baskets contrast with a bright yellow woven cord on a bon hoo dish basket. Christmas brings decorative breakfast cups that outshine prior years with delicate craft and time-honored handwork.
The Lantern Bag's Frivolous Laundry Accessory
A decorative lantern bag of Japanese silk red velvet and gold braid is described as an elegant, conspicuous accessory destined to hang in sight. Finished with silk tassels and a braided top cover, it promises style over practicality for disposing of soiled linen and handkerchiefs.
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Christmas Candles Featuring National Colors and Red White Blue Details
Christmas candles are described dressed in red white and blue plus traditional red and green. Two standout designs use national colors to create graceful shades with white over red and red over white tones. Small ribbons, braided paper baskets, and crepe paper accents accompany the candle displays.
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