05 Jun 1947
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Newspaper
Gravity Independent
Location
Gravity, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
1
The Gravity Independent notes heavy June rainfall totaling 1.05 inches in one day, with ongoing showers. Damage to fruit and crops appears less severe than feared, though tomato plants suffered. demand for replacements exceeds supply as protective shelter limited damage in some gardens.
Work on the new Legion building now enclosed, interior progress unhindered by weather. Legion rejects government material purchase, opting for entirely new materials, improving structure. The initial purchase has been sold to Lenox parties.
A list of individuals who have paid independent subscriptions since the last report. Walter Alger C. A. Barnes Elton Ball Elvin Beemer S. M. Hunterian Raymond Robey A. D. Robey Kenneth arzens Glen Lock Mra Clara Hook Mra Wave Madden Harry Livingston Batle Parka C. A. Robinson Harry Cola Cleo Burge Earl McMabill Mra Clyde Lawson.
David Lawrence argues Congress must shield workers without bowing to threats from union bosses. He condemns unions controlled by bosses using totalitarian tactics and stresses unions that operate democratically would honor American democracy when facts are openly debated.
A long list of notable presidential gifts includes a Moroccan sultan’s lion for Andrew Jackson in 1835, a White House boar from early America, and a sample of Westward exploration from Lewis and Clark. Madison’s inaugural suit, woven in America, highlights domestic industry, while the Resolute desk table preserves international goodwill from British timber. The White House collection spans carriages, inkwells, portraits, autographed baseballs, Persian rugs, and more from 1800 onward.
Garden officials say postwar effort shifts from wartime vegetable focus to include ornamentals. National program director Paul C Stark notes vegetables proved fruitful and many gardeners plan to extend to flowers and shrubs this year. Zinnias marigolds petunias and chrysanthemums are highlighted as adaptable garden flowers.
The text advises soaking dishes to speed washing, noting iron utensils should not soak too long to avoid rust. It recommends cold water soaks for dough eggs milk and starches, warns against hot water that hardens food, and suggests hot water with baking soda for utensils with syrup or icing residue after removing grease.
Farm wiring must be safe and adequate to avoid voltage drops that slow starting and cause dim or flickering lights. Overloaded circuits reduce efficiency of 110 volt equipment like flat irons and toasters, even if wiring passes code.
Waterproofing luggage requires two coats of spar varnish or floor enamel to protect cloth suitcases and other items from moisture. Before finishing, wipe surfaces with turpentine to remove wax oil or grease and avoid fire while handling flammable materials. An alternative is clear lacquer which adds less color than varnish.
Free Methodist Church Bertha A Brown Pastor. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Ministry of the Word at 11:00. Young People Service at 7:30. Preaching Service 8:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesday 8:00. Fast Prayer Friday 10 a.m. All invited to these services.
The Methodist Church led by Pastor W. J. Weber schedules preaching at 10:00 with the message Tear Ye Him and a church school and worship service. An evening 8:00 Song Service and Meditation follows. Wednesday prayer meeting at 9:30 a.m.
A hot August day sees a perspiring woman aboard a bus with shouting children. She drops nickel after nickel into the fare box while the driver asks if all the children are hers or if it’s a picnic. She replies that all are hers and she has no penny.
Mrs Georgia King hosted Mr and Mrs Bob of Cedar Rapids as guests Sunday while D M C club notes mention a jet. The M C club met with plans or activities hinted but not clearly described in the fragment.
The article explains that swine brucellosis parallels cattle disease with breeding failures and abortions. It advocates regular blood testing of breeding herds, immediate elimination of reactors, and repeated testing, plus sanitary measures. Infected sows should be isolated or sold, piglets weaned to clean ground and retested to prevent carriers.
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