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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1952
Page
1
Gerard S Nollen writes that conservatism stems from having assets to conserve. He notes that a small portion owns most cash assets and urges more people to save through Savings Bonds, life insurance, and home ownership. He argues saving stabilizes the nation and urges buying U S defense bonds.
The inventor of the hot water mining process, Herman Frasch, who developed the method to extract underground sulphur deposits in Louisiana and Texas, had more than 60 patents at his death in 1914, with over 80 patents total and many commercial successes in the sulphur and petroleum sectors.
On February 21 1888 Samuel Morse demonstrated his telegraph for the President of the United States. The demonstration led to a bill authorizing thirty thousand dollars to evaluate the telegraphs practicality and future use.
A small group of women in Was ten Was ten, D.C. on February 17 1897 founded what became the National Council of Parents and Teachers a nationwide organization with four million members dedicated to American schoolchildren.
A U S Geological Survey report argues that coal's contribution to the nation's energy supply must be expanded to cover needs now served by oil and natural gas. The finding highlights a move to rely more on coal as a broader energy source.
Philadelphia report describes a rabid fox outbreak across numerous counties. Wildlife officials plan an eradication drive targeting about 95 000 foxes over several months as residents are advised to carry sticks for protection.
In Eden Wisconsin a Fond du Lac bound train rushing past the station at 60 mph after 1 38 p m dumped a $14 000 First Wisconsin bank shipment for the Bank of Eden. Bills fluttered along the tracks as officials and locals collected scattered notes, with about $1 000 still missing.
In Oxford Michigan the 2500 residents saw be loved Washington Street maples felled for a road widening after Circuit Judge George Hartrick lifted a temporary restraining order. Garden Club members had petitioned President Truman for a reprieve, but the plea went unanswered. Housewives confronted workmen, yet the order stood and the trees were removed.
Somerville New Jersey township of 9 000 people with seven miles of roads lacks a police force. Residents fear speeding as the town committee weighs a 100 000 annual police cost. Committee chair James Dobson says state police help but manpower is limited and residents may police themselves.
The United States plans a $208 million water control project in the Everglades, under Army Corps of Engineers protection. Phase one targets Lake Okeechobee, the lower east coast, and Everglades proper, aiming to drain swamps, control floods, and reclaim land for agriculture and cattle. The project covers a vast region south of Lake Okeechobee, reshaping Florida’s vast wetlands for development.
A National Council of Churches survey shows membership among 54 large bodies grew 31.5 percent, outpacing overall population growth of about 30 percent. Protestant groups gained 16.95 million members, Roman Catholics 9.01 million, and Jewish congregations 0.92 million, lifting total membership from 53.23 million to 80.68 million.
The greatest enemy of marine mammals, the killer whale, preys on seals, sea lions, sea elephants, and even much larger whales. Ranging from twenty to thirty feet, it hunts in packs, possesses a highly developed brain, and can overturn ice floes to slaughter trapped seals. Its six foot dorsal fin marks its silhouette in Pacific waters.
Desert Main Street stores retreat to suburban centers with vast parking and sprawling facilities. Crenshaw development near Hollywood offers 3,700 car capacity while Shoppers' World west of Boston features a 6,000 car lot, driven by Americans preferring car travel over transit.
Postwar era spurred by the 1867 Reconstruction Act, bedding makers began folding bed experiments to fit smaller homes. Dual purpose bedding grew into a leading home furnishing trend as American business and daily life rebounded.
Educators report that focused students in multiple courses display strong concentration and engagement. The study highlights early development of consistent work patterns and attentive learning as key to academic progress across subjects.
Dr. Warren Bostick of UC San Francisco reports evidence that viruses may cause certain cancers in humans, including Hodgkin's Disease. He notes animal cancer links exist, but human proof requires transmission studies, which are not feasible, and the virus appears not to spread by casual contact.
A 19th century Spanish physician allegedly swapped roles by staying in bed while his patients visited him. He did this from 1875 for over 16 years, claiming rest conserved energy and reduced bedside duties.
A forecast warns that without a public awakening to rising highway hazards there will be twice as many accidents and a 50 percent rise in traffic deaths by 1967. Projections from postwar trends estimate 107,200,000 licensed drivers and 16,700,000 automobile accidents in a year, with 56,000 deaths expected in 1965, up from 1951 and 1945 tolls.
A. C. Clark, deputy commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Public Roads, says roads wear out faster than rebuilt. He estimates 32 billion dollars needed to bring Federal-aid roads to standard as planners mis judged traffic. The system is crumbling with overcrowded pavements, and 52 million vehicles may travel 100 billion miles next year.
The Institute of Life Insurance reports in its tabulation that the United States now has more legal reserve life insurance companies than two years ago, with about 200 more than six years ago. All states except Wyoming host at least one insurer. About 200 life insurance home-office cities exist, Dallas leads with 48. Texas has 138 companies, Louisiana 80, and South Carolina 29. Twenty-five states have 10 or more insurers.
The trumpet evolved from court trumpeters in medieval Europe to a popular musical instrument. Its use spanned from the 14th century onward, shaping ceremonial and artistic roles across eras.
Karen Wicks and family thank neighbors friends and Dr Wals ton for care during Holy Family Hospital stay and home recovery. Dale Baxter thanks relatives and friends for cards letters gifts and get well wishes after an accident.
Mis, Andrew Andresen and Family express gratitude for sympathy after the death of their husband and father, for flowers and remembrances, and for generous patronage at a Labor Day dinner given by the Women's Society of Christian Service of the Methodist Church.
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