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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
4
A big yellow rabbit named Bozo, described as a bruiser by A. B. Bonham of Hutchinson, Kan, has "kicked" dogs into submission. The rabbit fought off a neighbor's wolfhound and has pretended to dine on lettuce and carrot garnish after each victory.
John Thompson, 14, earns top honor at the National Food Show in Chicago for his prize winning hot dog creation. The victory includes a jungle hammock as part of the awards.
Three customers in Max Rische's tavern bored with a card game held up the proprietor and fled with 216 dollars. The incident occurred in Chicago, and police began an investigation into the holdup and the identities of the assailants.
A new chemical weed killer known as 2 4 D has been recognized by the state for controlling white top morning glory and Canada thistle. Previously carbon bisulfide sodium chlorate and borax were the only compounds recommended by the government.
Penny a mother cat nurses five kittens and three puppies. Her owner Robert De Nardis took on the extra brood when a neighbor’s dog produced too many for Penny to care for.
The National Congress of Parents and Teachers reports a 1947 membership high of 4 486 855 for the year ending April 15. California leads with 608 754 members followed by Ohio Illinois Texas and Pennsylvania with multi state totals.
Robert B. Car is involved in a local matter in Pittsfield Mass. The brief item notes a turnabout or reversal in a prior stance as reported by United Press International. The short blurb focuses on a personal action or decision and its community relevance.
Pine of Pittsfield won a new automobile raffle prize held by St. Ann's Church in Danbury Connecticut. No complaints were raised by attendees. The crowd recalled a Danbury man won a car last year from the Pittsfield Moose Lodge.
A bill introduced in the Illinois legislature aims to prohibit the sale of whiskey gin and rum. The measure seeks to curb alcoholic beverage distribution within the state.
An item notes glasses that hold less than one fluid ounce, detailing compact design and potential uses for precise measuring or tasting portions. The brief focuses on size, practicality, and suitability for tiny volumes.
The Northwestern University Traffic Institute has been chosen by the Army to teach a 10 day course in traffic control and accident prevention for soldiers. The program supplements Army school training.
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