Notes on C P A by Samuel B Pelfengill
Opinions on price controls and OPA policies reflect wartime disruptions. Readers Sampler includes complaints about rent, wages, shortages, and bureaucratic red tape across multiple states with calls to remove OPA restrictions. The piece urges Truman to curb inflation and restore private enterprise for returning veterans.
Ironing Machines Return With Priority Register
Local resident H. Luken reports a new Gladiron ironing machine delivered amid postwar shortages. The device, touted to be sold via a priority register, sparked the question of when more units will arrive as factories ramp up mass production.
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Minneapolis
Minn
New Castle
Wyo
Marey
N. Y
Nicon
Salt Lake City
Utah
America
H. Luken
LeMars Allstars baseball tryouts held at city park
Final tryouts for the LeMars Allstars were conducted Sunday at 1 p m at the city ball park named home ground for the club Managers Robertson Patterson and coach Noel Jones praised turnout despite a brief shower The point system used to select players measures position knowledge alertness catching base running batting throwing rule knowledge and team cooperation A meeting for first and second team members is set for Wednesday June 27 at 8 p m to discuss future plans uniforms caps socks practice dates and times Also noted are visits from Mrs Don Binnebeese and Mrs Ira Krause and the annual Calvary Lutheran mission festival in Leeds.
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LeMars
LeMars Allstars
Robertson
Patterson
Noel Jones
LeMers
Iodine Deficiency Impacts Livestock Reproduction
Chief animal losses from lack of iodine result in interference with reproduction. Mares may have still-born foals or foals unable to stand. Cows often bear weak, gaiting calves. Sows produce hairless, weak piglets that may die. Ewes give birth to lambs with enlarged necks and partial wool loss.
Strange Dormouse Tale Highlights Curious Mammal
The dormouse is described as one of the strangest mammals, linked to the squirrel family rather than mice. It is noted for its ability to shed its tail to escape capture and reportedly regrow a new tail.
Frying fish for crisp crust and doneness
To fry fish roll in seasoned cornmeal flour or cracker crumbs for a crisp crust and to prevent dryness. Cooking time depends on piece thickness. the fish is done when a fork can pierce the thickest part.
Smoked Turkey A Delicacy Through Family Secrets
Smoked turkey and poultry meats have long been valued yet only recently publicized as a delicacy. Recipes have often been handed down in families or created by individuals and kept as trade secrets.
Weather Instruments in Studying Atmospheric Conditions
Weather study uses barometer for pressure and thermometer for temperature. Hygrometers and psychrometers measure humidity while altimeters gauge evaporation. Nephoscopes trace cloud movement and other gauges record precipitation and snow weight.
War Gases and Smoke Potency in Military Use
The piece notes that among war gases, smokes are the standout development for screening ships troops and land areas. It highlights the F. S. smoke a chlorosulfonic sulfur trioxide mix and phosphorus which shifted from incendiary to vital smoke production with new plants built to supply it for military operations worldwide.
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F. S
Heat Resistant Radium Melts At 960 Degrees
A historical note reports radium’s heat resistance with a reported melting point of 960 degrees, indicating high-temperature stability. The brief mentions centigrade notation and underscores the material’s extreme properties.
National University Mexico Founded in 1553
The article notes National University Mexico was founded in 1553, about fifty years before John Harvard's birth. It mentions a shipment of anklets with elastic tops arriving at a shop.
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Mexico
John Harvard
State Agricultural Station
Massoit
Louisiana
Birth Rate Gap Highlights Rural Urban Differences
Rural birth rate stands near double that of urban areas. Clara Owen Shop advertises dresses, sheets, and pastels priced from 8.95 to 24.95.
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Clara Owen
Shipping cobalt from Belgian Congo boosts wartime supply
The Belgian Congo's cobalt supply from the Katanga region provides about three quarters of U S wartime shipments. A new stock arrival features coal dresses for juniors and women. Available on a hotment basis with prices from 2.95 to 14.95. Ciara Owen Srop.
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Belgian Congo
Katanza
Ciara Owen Srop
Milkweed Yield Boosts by Breeding and Market Spotlight
Report notes current cultivated milkweed yields of 200 to 400 pounds per acre with experiments suggesting potential doubling through selective breeding. Also promotes the Tots & Teens show featuring infant to teen attire from Clare Owen's shop, including dresses and play outfits.
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Clara Owen
Improper Shoeing And Hoof Care Highlight Health Risks
Improper care of the hoof and incorrect shoeing can cause foot diseases and gait irregularities that render a horse unserviceable and unsalable. Also includes a note on cooking rice with lemon juice and an advertisement for summer hats bags gloves from Clara Owen Shop.
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Clara Owen
Glazed Rayon Care Tip Avoid the Glazed Look
To prevent a glazed appearance on rayon fabrics iron on the wrong side with a warm, not hot, iron. This gentle method preserves texture and shine while smoothing fibers. Follow instructions to maintain garment quality and avoid damage.
Ginkgo Tree’s Ancient Form Preserved Through Ages
The ginkgo tree remains the sole living plant unchanged from prehistoric times, standing as a rare botanical relic. Its distinct morphology and resilience have earned it a revered status among ancient flora.
Fried Oysters And Shrimp Taste Treat
Fry thin fillets by rolling in egg and crumbs then deep fry. Use the same method as for frying oysters and shrimp. For a special taste, serve fried oysters and fried shrimp with chili sauce.
High Crops Yield Factors In Agriculture
Removal of soil water and proper tillage greatly influence yields alongside manure lime and fertilizers. The text notes that water management and seedbed preparation, timing and depth of cultivation, and appropriate plowing depth all bear on crop productivity across various crops.
Maple Sap and Syrup Yields Across Maple Types
A report explains that fifteen gallons of sap per maple tree is a good average. Forty gallons of sap from about three trees produce one gallon of syrup. Boiling syrup yields eight pounds of sugar per gallon. Sugar maple sap yields twice as much as soft maple.
Devil’s Tower rises above Wyoming prairie in age and height
The first national monument Devil's Tower in Wyoming is over 20 million years old. The lava blister rises 865 feet above surrounding terrain with a base diameter near 1,000 feet. Sagebrush ferns and grass cover the summit. Will Rogers and his wife, locals, climbed it in 1893.
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Devil’s Tower
Wyoming
Will Rogers
Fresh Curtains Offer Cleaning Tip Note
A brief tip suggests curtains stay fresh looking longer if shaken well at least once monthly. The note emphasizes regular care to maintain appearance and odor, though no specific products or dates are mentioned.
Salad for a good salad tastes with cranberries and apples
A fragmented recipe describes grinding raw cranberries apples and an orange discarding the membrane. The peel is ground and sweetened to enhance flavor in a suggested good salad preparation.
Learn Naval Terms at Sea School Before Deployment
A concise note describes Marines training on land and sea at a naval school to Master terms, customs, and duties before leaving for station. The passage emphasizes practical instruction and readiness for sea service.
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Sta
Non-fat milk solids boost riboflavin intake in city bread
The use of non-fat milk solids in bakery bread is contributing significantly to riboflavin intake among urban poor, especially in northern cities.
Plugging in Iron: Danger of using light sockets
A warning notes that plugging an electric iron into a light socket is hazardous whereas connecting it to a wall socket is generally safer. The guidance emphasizes avoiding light sockets for high wattage appliances and urges proper outlet use for electrical safety.
Die Young and Densely Populated Nations
An observation notes that about 40 percent of dairy heifers die before one year old. It also states that Densely Populated Rain, a Central American republic, is the most densely populated independent nation in the world.
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Central American
Republics
Vitamin Output Vitamins Reach Large Scale Production
Vitamins have reached a scale of production requiring from 50 000 000 to 75 000 000 pounds of chemicals annually for their synthesis.
Preserving Egg Yolks In Cold Water
When yolks remain after using the whites, store them in the refrigerator covered with cold water. This keeps them fresh for several days and prevents drying or sticking.
Fresh Fudge Storage Tip From 19th Century Guide
Directly pour fudge into a tin lined with multiple layers of waxed paper to preserve freshness longer than cutting into pieces. Cover well to keep flavor and texture intact for extended time.
Removing Sack Printing With Household Methods
Instructions describe removing printed markings from sacks by soaking in kerosene after drying and wetting, then washing as usual. Alternative methods include boiling in suds with a touch of lye to remove the printing, and rolling the sacks to expose all ink before soaking overnight.
Pupil responses in fishes and sharks explained
Fish eggs show slow light response with pupils closing in bright light taking two to three minutes in some sharks and rays for the pupil to close and up to an hour to reopen in darkness.
Principle of Debate and its Core Idea
The article explains that debate aims to instill belief in the listener by the speaker's ideas. It notes that most people engage in some form of debate daily, shaping thought through persuasion and argument.
Evolution of the Pretzel Symbolic
The article notes that crackers from pre Christian Europe were baked for winter solstice celebrations. The pretzel symbolized the wheel of the sun and the four seasons, formed by a cross encircled with dough, achieved in its present form by shaping the cracker from a single piece of dough.
How to wear sheets evenly and prevent creasing
Sheet wear patterns favor the upper center from shoulder rubbing and ironing. To even wear reverse sheets periodically when making beds, placing the wide hem at the foot. For bottom sheets this is always possible. In ironing avoid sharp creases or shift creases off center.
Window Washing Tip For Sparkling Glass
Clear sparkling windows start with soapy water then rinse in clear water with a touch of vinegar. A tablespoon of vinegar per two to three quarts of water suffices. Use clean lint free cloths for best results.
Losses in Livestock Hit by Unborn Calves and Infections
A historical veterinary advisory notes major livestock losses from unborn calves and infections. It lists deficiencies in mothers, diseases like Bangs, improper umbilical care, lack of colostrum, and mineral shortfalls as key causes. It advocates clean bedding, vaccination, proper nutrition, sunlight, and prompt treatments to improve newborn survival and farm profitability.
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OPA
Wendell Willkie
Tetanus in Livestock Warns Farmers of Lockjaw Danger
An old farm advisory explains tetanus or lockjaw, a soil born germ lethal to horses pigs foals and lambs. It details transmission through wounds from nails or dirty implements, and stresses prevention with clean tools vaccination antitoxin and tetanus toxoid now used for horses and soldiers.
Hog cholera vaccination urged as cycle nears peak
The report outlines recurring hog cholera cycles roughly every ten to thirteen years with losses up to 20 million dollars. It warns that an outbreak could flare due to low immunization and farm labor shortages, and urges vaccination of all susceptible swine as the safest defense.
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Ohio
Sheep Scabies Warned To Farmers Across Regions
American Foundation for Animal Health notes a tiny mite causes sheep scabies or mange spreading from the Missouri River eastward. Early detection, quarantine, and spaced dippings in approved solutions can control mites. clean bedding and disinfect items to prevent spread. Legal penalties may apply for selling infested animals.
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Missouri River
Livestock Near 50 Per Produce Only
Livestock output and produce prices show limited gains as farms report routine yields. Gold farms face standard market conditions with family vines cited as contributing factors, while producers weigh supply options and price sensitivity.
Enigmatic Early Text Fragments From Press Experiments
Fragmentary OCR notes reference enamel resins and film attempts. Mentions Saat press and Sainees organization with unclear context. Limited readable names and actions hinder a clear event. preserves historical experimental phrasing.
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Saat Press
Sainees
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