Leading rayon producers and Statue of Liberty shift
United States accounts for 15 percent of global rayon output while Japan 30 percent Germany 24 percent and Italy 14 percent rank as top producers. In 1932 an executive order moved the Statue of Liberty from the army to Secretary Harold L. Ickes and it now operates as the Statue of Liberty National Monument under Interior Department administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Japan
Germany
Italy
Roosevelt
Army
Secretary of the Interior
Harold L. Ickes
First Skyscraper Built in Chicago
The Home Insurance Building in Chicago was the first skyscraper, rising to ten stories. It marks the origin of tall office structures and influenced future urban skylines.
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Chicago
Home Insurance
Fulton Market Largest Fish Center Cited by Council
The Fishery Council Inc. proclaims Fulton Market in New York City as the world’s largest fish distribution center. Also offered are culinary tips to use pickle vinegar for gelatin salads thinning mayonnaise or glazing baked ham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fulton Market
Fishery Council, Inc
New York City
Combination pipe and cigarette holder in aluminum
New York tobacco shops offer a combination pipe and cigarette holder for pipe smokers who enjoy occasional cigarettes. The device is aluminum and made by removing the pipe stem.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Raw Cotton Imports Reach 1939 U S Total
United States imports of raw cotton in 1939 reached 103,578,000 pounds marking a record year for the staple commodity with strong domestic demand and global trade links shaping the market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bremers Celebrate Golden Wedding Anniversary in LeMars
Bremers marked their Golden Wedding anniversary quietly at home on Friday June 20 due to Mr Bremer’s illness. The couple wed June 20 1891 in Remsen and later moved from Magdeburg Germany to Redfield South Dakota before relocating to LeMars in 1918 where they retired. Eight children were born to the union. three survive Herman Bremer Mrs R C Chamberlain and Mrs Leo Weidenfeller, all of LeMars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Bremer
R. C. Chamberlain
Leo Weidenfeller
LeMars
Free of inspection diplomatic mail under reciprocal pact
The United States diplomatic mail travels free of inspection in all countries through a reciprocal agreement and is delivered to embassies by American couriers. Each pouch has a special lock that records openings on each trip, and discrepancies prompt an investigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Under Doctor's Care in Conhaven Page 1 wrap
Report covers hospital admissions and surgeries from Conhaven. Notable mentions include Carlton’s bicycle accident resulting in a dislocated finger treated with splints, and several patients from LeMars Sioux City and surrounding towns undergoing tonsil removals appendectomies and other medical procedures. A birth is noted for Mr. and Mrs. Zink of LeMars.
Danielson Thorpe Nuptials at Ellsworth in 1940s Nuptials
Ellsworth man Dr August W Krause of Spencer served as a guest. The groom a BA from Iowa State College in 1938 and master in farm crops in 1940. He works with Farm Security Administration Plymouth County. Bride's mother wore pale blue chiffon. Reception followed at church. Honeymoon after July 11. Attendees included Bruce Marcue and Miss Mary Duffy of LeMars.
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Elmer R. Thompson
Harold P. Thompson
Lois M. Huxtable
F. C. Bendixon
Normal Park
LeMars
Frank H. Teager
Elmer Singer
West End
Lucy Teager Cheeseman
D. A. Teazer
Plymouth County
C. A. Blecker
Edna
Alice Blecker
May Krogh
Frank Scholer
Met. Life Ins. Co
James J. Tiernay
Hvélyn Nicholson
Mabel Mueller
August W. Krause
Spencer
Illinois
Towa State College
Tau Kappa Epsilon
Albia
Farm Security Administration
Dencal Ave
S. E
Ellsworth
Bruce Marcue
Mary Duffy
Adaville Gravel Pit Claims Life
The victim is survived by his parents and younger brother. Funeral services will be held Saturday with Father Zeno Reis ing of St. Joseph's Ellendale church officiating. Prayers will be said at 9 a.m. at Wiltgen's funeral home and graveside services will be held at 10. Pallbearers include Bob De-Rocher, Bob Kovarna, Clarence Schindel, Jack Clarey, Vollmar Stasney and Jack Blades. Parents and three sisters and a brother Evelyn, Frances, Bonnie and Harold Jr., all living at home and his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Danial Tooker and Pete Marx.
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Zeno Reising
St. Joseph's Ellendale
Wiltgen
Bob de- Rocher
Bob Kovarna
Clarence Schindel
Jack Clarey
Vollmar Stasney
Jack Blades
Evelyn
Frances
Bonnie
Harold, Jr
Danial Tooker
Pete Marx
Highway work announced near LeMars in Iowa
The Iowa state highway commission announced low bidders for rerouting highway 5 east of LeMars. Moville Construction Co. won the culvert bid at 1,726 dollars. Jensen and Krage of Sioux City won paving the four-tenths of a mile for 26,529 dollars. The project is expected to be completed by September 1.
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Auli
Iowa State Highway Commission
LeMars
Moville Construction Company
Moville
Jensen and
Krage
Sioux City
Myers Leads Band in Beautiful Red Dress
Myers, a popular local cafe owner, leads a band as drum major in a bright red dress using a plumber's friend as a baton. The scene features patriotic canes and hats given to youngsters, with a large list of band members and plans for a booster trip to towns including Remsen and Cherokee.
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Meriden
Cherokee
Kingsley Hinton and
Merrill
Air is Cleared by Discussion On Carnival
The city held a public meeting to discuss closing Central Ave for carnival activity. Mayor Steele confirmed the council would not close the street, noting law governs street closures and waivers could apply only block by block with city approval. Carnival supporters urged lawful handling, while church leaders and residents asked about enforcement and morals surrounding the event.
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LeMars
Geonze R. Steele
R. F. Starzl
Central Ave
Central Avenue
Globe Post
S. A. Jones
Ministerial Association
Ben Clagey
D. C. Lenihan
T. P. Holcomb
First Street North
LeMars Plans Army Display For Homecoming Celebration
U S army headquarters in Des Moines confirms an army display will be part of LeMars celebration. Jacob Koenig chairs the display committee appointed by Chamber of Commerce President Harold Pew, with James Gillespie Burton Dull and Clarence Roseberry. All local businesses urged to cooperate. emphasis on patriotism and festive spirit as thousands visit the city.
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U. S. Army
Des Moines
LeMars
Jacob Koenig
Chamber of Commerce
Harold Pew
James Gillespie
Burton Dull
Clarence Roseberry
Army
Popular Couple Married Tuesday in LeMars Area
A popular couple married Tuesday with a reception for 65 at the bride’s home featuring a color themed décor. Miss Celesta Dreckman hosted the dining area with Marian Schultz Eleanor Ryan Dorothy Koopman and Dolores Reistroffer as guests of honor. Kichen hostesses included Mrs Emil Koopman Mrs Ralph Schrooten Mrs Arthur Allison and Mrs Wm Hodgson. A three tier cake made by Mrs Alois Britt and Dora Vondra graced the table. The bride, a St Josephs School graduate, lives with her parents. the groom, a Union Consolidated School graduate, will farm southeast of LeMars. An evening dance followed at Bagies club house.
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Celesta Dreckman
Marian Schultz
Eleanor Ryan
Dorothy Koopman
Dolores Reistroffer
Emil Koopman
Ralphe Schrooten
Arthur Allison
Wm. Hodgson
LeMars Alcohol Policy Debate Shapes Carnival Cleanup
LeMars officials and business leaders clashed over beer parlors gambling and carnival standards. Sheriff Scholer warned carnival men to clean up before setup, banning nightlife excesses. Councilman Becker noted liquor access remains via state stores, while Mayor Steele defended beer vendors’ lawful operation.
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LeMars
Central Avenue
Herman Becker
Steele
LeMars Beer Parlor Noted for Fame in Local Mention
A fragment notes a LeMars beer parlor famous in local memory as a point of recognition among residents, reflecting small town social scenes and informal appreciation of notable establishments.
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Deast
LeMars
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Joan Blondell
Eddie “Rochester” Anderson
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FBI
Freddie Bartholomew
Jimmie Lydon
Billie Cook
Naval Academy
Arthur Kennedy
Joan Perry
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Carlton
Sacred Heart Hospital
Delbert Day
Ireton
Kermit Fulton
James Weeks
Siebert Harms
Fred Adler
Edward Penning
Gene Flemming
George Tronsome
Winifred Harris
Julia Bates
Sam Tylstra
Hull
Ted Hamman
Rock Valley
George Kasser
Cleghorn
Rosemary Wallin
Cleo Kaiser
Paullina
Earl Sudtelgte
Remsen
Charles Zink
Adaville Gravel Pit
Myers
Elster Link
Carnival Committee
The
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Laurie Myers
Canamea
Mike Means
George Dennis
R. F. Star
Promise
Dennis
LE Mars
Iowa
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