Submarine pioneers and ghost of changing climates
A collection of historical notes discusses long cycles of glacial and warm periods, citing ice ages, polar ice retreat, and ancient climate shifts. It references observations from Reed at Des Moines, ice drifts, and the potential future disappearance of ice, plus speculative outcomes for life on Earth in thousands of years. It then shifts to John P. Holland, Irish American inventor, and the U S Navy’s adoption of submarines starting with the Plunger in 1883 and the modern Squalus, noting advances, naval interest, and the idea of wartime pensions for submariners' dependents.
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United States
Reed
Des Moines
Great Lakes
Greenland
North Pole
Gulf
Holland
Bushnell
John P. Holland
United States Navy Department
John Holland
Carrie
Heroic North Carolina Boy Stops Flood From Drowning Crew
In a perilous moment, a boy from North Carolina closed a leaking ship door, preventing water from flooding the forward ends and saving 33 aboard while 26 were left behind. The account praises his courage as rescue teams pulled survivors from the engine room.
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Maness
North Carolina
Submarine warfare and U boats shaped America’s entry to war
The piece argues German submarines outraged neutral conduct by attacking peaceful merchant ships, notably the Tusitania, prompting U.S. entry to World War I. It credits submarines as a harsher threat than aircraft and stresses adherence to civilized warfare rules. It ends with a shopper’s aside about preferring Moulton merchants.
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Germany
America
Tusitania
The Tribune born in eight cents year subscription
The Tribune announces pricing and mailing details for readers outside and within the county. It notes a yearly rate of 8 cents and 1.25 per year, with outside rates at 1.50, and confirms its status as the official county city and school paper mailed from Moulton Iowa since February 1884.
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the Tribune
Moulton
Iowa
Country Life Draws Younger Couples Beyond Suburbs
Investigators note a shift in living preference with more young married people choosing country life over cities year round. Modern highways and cars blur the city country divide as homes gain city-like conveniences, including insulation, air conditioning, electric lights, and modern plumbing. The U S Census Bureau confirms a movement from city to country with ample vacant land across the nation.
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United States Census Bureau
United States
Civil Service Examinations Announced for Nursing and Entomology
The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for positions at St Elizabeths Hospital and Freedmen's Hospital in Washington DC plus entomology posts in the Bureau of Entomology and Plant Quarantine. Applications must reach the Commission by July 3 or July 6 depending on region. Required nursing diplomas and experience. entomology roles demand research experience and age limits.
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United States Civil Service Commission
Commission
Washington, D. C
Colorado
St. Elizabeths Hospital
Freedmen’s Hospital
Department of the Interior
Welr
Bureau of Entomology
Secretary of the
United States Civil Service Board of Examiners
Health Bureau warns against typhoid during summer travel
The Iowa Department of Health cautions travelers to avoid typhoid by choosing milk and drinking water approved by health departments along their route and using pasteurized or boiled products. Over five years 934 cases were reported, with 77 percent occurring June through December, and officials urge vigilance to prevent contamination of perishable foods in hot weather.
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State Department of Health
Iowa
Health Department
Jesus Welcomes Children in Luke’s Gospel Message
Rev Hugh C Guy reflects on Jesus blessing children to illustrate true humility and entry to the kingdom of God. He cites Luke chapter eighteen and urged Christians to value the young, teachable nature of children amid Children’s Day observances nationwide.
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Jesus
Kingdom of God
Luke
Current Attractions On Iowa Theatre Screen
The Iowa Theatre offers Mr Moto in Danger Island starring Peter Lorre and Jean Hersholt tonight. A double feature Friday and Saturday stars The Jones Family in Everybody's Baby with The Thundering West featuring Charles Starrett Iris Meredith and the Sons of the Pioneers. Next Sunday opens Yes My Darling Daughter with Priscilla Lane Jeffrey Lynn and a strong comedy cast. Also includes Donald Duck in The Hockey Champ and a News reel on Squalus and current events.
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Mr. Moto
Saturday Evening Post
Peter Lorre
Mr. Motto
Jean Hersholt
Jones
America
Charles Starrett
Iris Meredith
Sons of the Pioneers
Priscilla Lane
Jeffrey Lynn
Roland Young
May Robson
Fay Bainter
Genevieve Tobin
Ian Hunter
Walt Disney
Donald Duck
Donald
Bergdoll
Notice to Vacate Henry Button Road No 334
The Commissioner appointed to vacate a part of Henry Button Road No 334 reports in favor of the vacation. Objections or claims for damages must be filed by noon August 28, 1939. Landowners Esther Houser Roy Davison and Howard D Stuckey are affected. Grace L Bedinger County Auditor notes dated May 26, 1939.
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Henry Button
Range 16
Esther Houser
Roy Davison
Howard D. Stuckey
Grace L
C. F. N. Club Meets With Mrs. Melvin
The Coatsville Friendly Neighbor Club met with Mrs. Leon Melvin on Thursday May 25 with 11 members present. Dinner was served at noon and an afternoon program by Mrs. Moler included readings songs and games. Edna Burgher won two contests and Mrs. Dodson one. A mystery box crafted by Burgher was won by Mrs. Melvin. Next meeting with Mrs. Clara Scurlock on June 8 for an all day event. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Lee Haines and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Kinkade of Moberly Mo and Mr. and Mrs. Otto Barnhart of Blakesburg at the 70th anniversary Methodist church program.
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Coatsville Friendly Neighbor Club
Leon Melvin
Moler
Edna Burgher
Dodson
Melvin
Clara Scurlock
Lee Haines
Joe Kinkade
Moberly, Mo
Otto Barnhart
Blakesburg
Methodist Church
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J. R. Barkley
Lloyd B. Maness
Greensboro
Squalus
Isle of Shoals
Esser
David Bushness
Phildelphia
Eagle
R. RB. Eby
Civil Service Examinations
State Health Bureau
Hugh C. Guy
Moulton, Iowa
Iowa Theatre
C. F. N. Club
New York Fair
Grand Circle Tours
New York
San Francisco
Burlington Route Co. QO. Roberts
Janesville
Wis
Theatre
John Wayne
Penny Singleton
Arthur Lake
Larry Simms
Blondie
Andy Clyde
MY. Lucky
Star’ R
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