Journal and News-Tribune Consolidation Announcement
The Journal Printing Co announces the consolidation of The Journal with The News and Tribune, merging into a single publication on September 2, 1918, under Clyde Rabeadeaux publisher and Walter Russell editor. The announcement notes historic origins of the papers dating to 1840, 1880, and 1887.
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West Liberty fair enters 77th year with varied events
The West Liberty fair opens next week for its 77th year, running Monday through Thursday. Exhibitors, officials, and thousands anticipate prize livestock, educational displays, and entertainment, with farm equipment and kitchen sewing exhibits on show. Four H activities highlight youth participation as the fair grows from modest beginnings to a major regional event.
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Middle West
Better Headlights for Autos Push Safer Night Driving
An new automobile headlight type reduces glare and sharpens illumination at long distances. It is slated for extensive use on 1940 models as production begins, promising to lower the high risk of night driving and enhance overall safety alongside safety glass and stronger brakes.
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Fair extends facilities and promises quality exhibits
The article credits a progressive group of business people and farmers for expanding the fair and enabling a night fair. It notes continued community pride and support, with organizers giving time and talent to ensure high quality exhibits. A special Journal section previews next week’s fair attractions for patrons.
Requirement Regretted Drops WPA Worker on Roll
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil critiques a WPA worker being dropped after 18 months as inhumane and not a solution to unemployment and the country’s employment problem. The editorial calls the law’s demand regrettable.
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As You Were Postmaster Extends Service East Hill
Postmaster Mahin secured an extension of letter carrier service to East Hill with the addition of a fifth carrier. Twenty five years ago today Fischer Brothers and Company of Waverly took over the Selz Shoe store once run by Ernest Moore. The illuminated automobile parade opened the White Way picnic. George W. Reeder won first prize, W. F. Bishop second, and John Guggenheimer of Wilton third in the contest. Ten years ago today the Rev R Hilkerbaumer, pastor of the German Congregational church, returned to Muscatine after injuries from a Des Moines train wreck. Dr Thomas Osborne of Mt Pleasant, Burlington district superintendent, was in Muscatine to preside at three quarterly conferences of several churches.
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Boom for economists in federal government eyed
A report notes three new federal agencies and the budget bureau seeking economics advisers. It cites potential posts in Works Lending and Security, plus aides for the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce and an Office of Economic Adviser to the Budget. The shift aims to harness professional economic counsel across agencies.
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Genoese Navigator Puzzle Clue List Unveiled
A word puzzle feature presents clues across horizontal and vertical entries. Notable items reference Christopher Columbus and various definitions from “spoon” to “Egyptian deity” guiding readers through cross clues and thematic connections.
Nantucket Drifts Toward Cape Cod Over Millennia
Nantucket Island is slowly moving about ten feet closer to Cape Cod each year due to tidal action eroding its cliffs and shifting moraine. Scientists estimate it would take 13 200 years to connect with land if current trends continue. The drift is driven by stormy Atlantic currents and undercut cliffs. Tomorrow feature highlights a highly decorated Chinese ivory ball with fifteen nested spheres. The piece also previews The Most Decorated Dog.
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Poor Pa Notes Horn Failures Cause Store Visit
A rustic line portrays a father reacting to his son Joe’s car horn failing and forcing him to enter a drug store to find a boy. The quip hints at small town life and a comic misunderstanding.
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