We Knew It All Americans Admire Finland’s Courage
A retrospective praise of Finland’s defense against the Soviet invasion, noting early Russian gains reversed by Finnish counteractions. It highlights Finland paying its debts to the United States, praises Paavo Nurmi for shaping a positive image, and questions U.S. stance on aiding Finland with 25 million dollars for war supplies while weighing risks of entangling itself in Europe.
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Finland
Paavo Nurmi
Russia
Germany
Europe
Back To Earth on Lincoln Birthday Dinner Idea
An Indianapolis Republican dinner offering crackers and milk at 25 cents draws approval, contrasted with Democrats’ Jackson Day dinners. The piece urges Republicans nationwide to return to middle class roots and run government by the people, aimed at a 1940 Republican year.
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Indianapolis
Lincoln
Republican Party
G. O. P.waore Democrats
Jim Parley
Unimportant Cogitations A Personal Hospital Reflections
The writer confesses writer's block while recounting a family health crisis. She recalls sleepless hospital nights, worry for a recovering mother, and the emotional toll of a loved one’s illness. She notes the impact on the rest of the family and hints at returning to her column once able.
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U S
Randy
Feed Low Well To Get Strong Pigs
Iowa State College expert A L Anderson warns sow gestation is the critical period for pig strength. A ration of grains alone lacks protein and minerals. a brood sow needs about a pound of oats, small protein supplement, legume hay, and corn to maintain flesh and support farrowing. A mineral mix and limited corn prevent over fatness, ensuring better litter outcomes.
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A. L. Anderson
Animal Husbandry Department
Iowa State College
Anjderaon
Anderson
Orphan Lambs Worry Sheepmen At Lambing Time
Orphan lambs pose a challenge for sheepmen, with ewes often accepting or rejecting foster lambs. Techniques include haltering lambs to ewes, gentle handling, and fostering from nearby ewes. If necessary, hand raising with fresh ewe milk then cow milk, feeding small amounts frequently. Start with 1 ounce every two hours, then increase as lamb grows. Keep bottles clean and warm to about 100 degrees F.
Growth Tale of Bloomington Muscatine 1889 to 1980
A century after Bloomington’s 1889 incorporation in Muscatine, the town grew from 33 buildings and 71 residents to a thriving city with diverse churches and a public school valuation over a million dollars. By 1930 Muscatine housed 16,778 people, with industries like sash and cigar mills and a pearl button sector employing thousands. Modern transport, communication, and culture helped the city prosper.
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Bloomington
Muscatine
William J. Petersen
the Palimpsest
Antset
Yeater
PROGRAM KING THEATRE Albla TowS
San 17 me a Fair banks jr M Lockwood ane el Fytte 4 in RULERS OF Jan 19 20 Double feature Ronald ee ee ASMING Steve engon in ING Bah al woNny Pang And haith s and James McCallion i PRE OF THEY BLUR ae Jan 21 ae ble feature Gene Asty and sore ees eee TM m plus Charlie McBee ee pee in CHARLIE Me ABEHEE EPEOEIVE Jan 23 Warner Baxter and Alice Page i BARRICADE Jan 24 ers Henie and Ray Miland in EVERY THING IAPPENS At NIGHT
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San
Fairbanks, Jr
Lockwood
Ane el
Fytte
Ronald Ee Ee Asming
Steve Engon
Barricade
Ers Henie
Ray Miland
Iappens
Rural School News Teaches Snow Eskimo House And Reader Advances
The article notes first graders advancing to their initial readers while second graders read a science reader. Fourth grade studies short division, fifth geography covers New England states industries, and sixth grade explores phrases and clauses. A weekly news club forms and staff praise stars in spelling Viril Kaster Jerry Fisk Patricia Kaster Rex Foster.
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New England
Viril Kaster
Jerry Fisk
Patricia Kaster
Rex Foster
Want More White Corn for Milling
An Iowa State College agronomist notes a two year white corn shortage sustains a small but steady demand. The American Corn Millers Federation is pushing to raise white corn acreage while Iowa State expects future white hybrid seed availability though none is distributed now.
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Dyas
Iowa State College
American Corn Millera Federation
Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station
Cook Choice Steaks At Moderate Heat Without Water Or Cover
A home cook details broiling steaks for best flavor and texture. He favors sirloin and porterhouse not being cooked covered, uses a 400 degree oven, and suggests 7 to 10 minutes for medium thickness. He warns against too high heat and notes finishing on one side before turning.
Notice of Hearing to Sell Real Estate in Estate Case
In the District Court of Towa in Appanoose County Chester Broshar as Administrator of the Jackson Luse estate seeks authority to sell described lands to pay debts. Hearing set for January 27 1940 at Centerville Court House. If no appearance the petition may be granted.
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Towa
Appanoose County
Jackson Luse
Cherter Broshar
Towa Trust and Savings Bank
W. G. Lagie
F. A. Reich Lumber Company
G. T
Centerville
Iowa
Jackson
Luse
Catate
Lago
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Chester Broshar
Harry S. Greenleaf
Atty
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Gleason
Krapfel
Majestic Theatre
Nterville
Gessor
DR. Brooks
L. A. Osborn
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