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Jefferson City Post Tribune

Location

Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1955

Page

9

Mixed Livestock Prices and Open Golf Standings

Market notes from National Stockyards and regional reports show hogs, cattle, and sheep prices steady or uneven across grades with varying weights. In golf, Faye Cracker leads the Eastern Open after day one with a 69, while Marilynn Smith and Vonnie Colby follow close behind in Reading, Pennsylvania.

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Debt and lending surge across economy signals prosperity

The article notes rising auto installment debt and total installment credit, with Americans owing about 1 trillion on cars and overall installment debt reaching a new high. Bank loans to businesses also show strength, while mortgage debt grows amid easy credit, yet warnings emerge of tighter money, higher borrowing costs, and caution against overextension.

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Three wounded in Newton Iowa shooting spree

An off duty policeman and two other persons were wounded early today in Newton. Suspect Thomas Dodd, 28, a parolee from Mirrois, fled after a spree that left Elmer Comstock critical, Gloria Fox serious, and Charles Hutchins injured. Dodd reportedly entered a rooming house and forced victims into a car before the gun jammed.

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Injuries in Attack by Dog Fatal for Kansas Woman

A 79-year-old Kansas woman, Miss Bessie Howarth, died after being attacked and bitten by her dog six weeks earlier. A neighbor suggested the dog may have surprised the intruder in darkness. the animal was lured away by an ambulance driver. Officials at Trinity Lutheran Hospital said she never recovered.

Kansas Crey Bessie Howarth Hort Scott Kans Trinity Lutheran Hospital

Pleasant Weather Outlook Across Nation Shaped by Rain and Thunder

The Associated Press reports mixed weather across the United States with more rain expected in the mid continent, western regions, and along the northern Atlantic. Showers and thunderstorms lingered overnight in the Plains and Rockies eastern slopes, while Kansas and South Dakota saw heavy falls. Tornadic winds were reported near Great Bend Kansas Seminole in the southwest Texas Panhandle. Temperature ranged from 79 at Key West Florida to 43 at Bryce Canyon Utah.

Associated Seminole Texas Panhandle Pacific Northwest Aulantic Coast Key West Fla Bryce Canyon Utah

Dinner to Raise 75000 for Library in Cleveland

A Cleveland event aims to raise seventy five thousand dollars for a former president and Mrs Truman’s library fund. Eaton, chairman of Chesapeake & Ohio Railway, chairs the Ohio sponsoring committee. Truman arrives by train for a press conference and will attend the eighty five dollar a plate dinner as guests of honor.

Cleveland Cy Tis Eitan Sara Harry Trumats Eaton Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Ohio Trumaan Truman

Airplanes Entered in Skylady Derby Rave

TOPEKA Kan June 13 14 draw 10 airplanes for the Skylady Derby sponsored by the Women’s National Aeronautical Assn The event runs from Little Rock Ark to Topeka and Dodge City Kan with an overnight stop at Dodge City.

Topeka Kan National Aeronautical Assn Sid Little Hoek Ark Taten Nrl Springfield Dodge City Dodge

Play Safe on the Highway This Week End

Slogan oriented safety note urging drivers to stay calm on the road. Advises chewing gum as a tension reliever to stay fresh and alert behind the wheel. Mentions avoid drowsiness and jitters and suggests choosing any brand of gum.

Four-H Sunday Programs highlight Hopewell Filmore clubs

Hopewell and Filmore 4-H clubs held Sunday events at New Bloomfield and nearby communities. Members led worship, sang, and shared pledges, with social gatherings following. Guests included area families and extended relatives, as clubs showcased 4-H activities and community involvement across multiple local churches and WSCS circles.

New Bloomfield Aon Filmore +H New Bloomfield Methodist Church Louise Criswell Louise Peave Tommy Crigwell Ralph Wade Gary Mills Mary Calaban Jo Anne Ismay Richard Link WSCS Wee

Tornadoes Damage Cottages Along Lake Near St Joseph

A trio of tornado funnels moved along a three mile path near St Joseph damaging cottages in the Sugey Lake area. George Murdock and other guests described funnels crossing the lake and missing or striking nearby trees as one cottage blocks suffered damage. No injuries reported.

Wourntyside Sugey Lake St. Joseph George Murdock Cabe Wic Morfock

Machinists Return To Work In Winds New Pay Raise

Machinists returned to work at 74 auto repair shops in St. Clair and Madison counties after winning a 10 cent per hour raise. Workers had been on strike as most of the 600 employees faced a contract dispute. The agreement runs two years and follows tense negotiations.

Five Children Die In California Fire

Five children of Mr and Mrs Robert Dupree perished when a home burned near Colusa California. Victims were Brenda 6 William and Robert 2 year old twins Elizabeth 5. Gregory 2 survived. Willlie Dupree said parents left 20 minutes earlier to talk with friends. Candles lit the home for illumination. Several volunteer firefighters were hurt in the rescue.

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Wrigley Spearmint Gum Ad Promotes Chewing Fresh Flavor

A vintage style advertisement extols Wrigley's Spearmint Gum urging readers to chew while driving and enjoy lively, full bodied flavor and smooth chewing for refreshment and real enjoyment.

Vacation Schools Opened at Eldon Churches

Vacation schools started Wednesday at Eldon Baptist and Methodist churches with 180 students enrolled. Baptist program serves 129 students and 34 faculty. Rev. JM Younger oversees feeding and staff. Additional faculty listed include Mrs. Wilford Hebb, Mrs. Dorothy Hucubise, and several coordinators for starts from beginners to intermediates. Methodist Church program details show similar staffing with Rev. Ed Bates as acting superintendent and others assisting. Christian Church plans two-week session beginning Monday.

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