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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1927
Page
2
The lower Mecissippi valley floods continue with 250,000+ families homeless and deaths rising. A plea urges immediate donations via Red Cross, banks, or local chairman Harry Landis, tripling the initial appeal. Malvern reports about $160 collected, urged to reach at least $500.
The article outlines after July 2 1927 former service men may reinstate all or any portion of War Time Insurance with cost equal to two premiums plus a plan switch to Government Converted Insurance without medical exam. It notes a newly authorized Five Year Convertible Term policy that can be exchanged within five years to any plan chosen, with example costs for reinstating amounts and converting at age 35. It emphasizes net cost to the government and availability of detailed information from BF Williams MD Regional Manager, Veterans Bureau.
A farmer is crushed by flood and recession as his harvest fails and debts loom. A late hail insurance policy from Farmers Mutual Hail Association of Iowa arrives, restoring hope. The family thanks God and resolves to spread word to neighbors and arrange future coverage.
Seaton Clerk TL FH submits a certification statement at Everify. The filing asserts belief in accuracy and compliance with required procedures, detailing the authentication steps and the official endorsement by the clerk.
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