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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1952
Page
17
NEA notes fashion for half sizes emphasizes fit and figure flattering choices. A David Lieberman winter suit features a double breasted jacket and six gore skirt in a nubby tweed with alpaca lining, while a coordinating coat uses modified fullness and a beaver collar for a youthful look.
In Quebec the asbestos industry processes about one ton of rock for each ton of fiber. El Salvador is the most densely populated country among Central American republics.
Representatives from 20 churches met at First Presbyterian to mark the Synod of Iowa's 1852 Muscatine origin. The program included an address on national missions, a film, and a dinner. Speakers included Dr. Henry C. Schneider and Dr. John D. Clinton. The Muscatine church sits in the Iowa City Presbytery, with 38 churches and 8,851 members.
Chicago traders saw a fairly active hog market with prices up to 25 cents higher amid lower receipts than forecast. US hogs sold mainly 19.35 to 19.60 for 190 to 270 pound butchers, with weights over 270 pounds scarce and sows higher to 25 cents. Cattle and sheep listings showed mixed moves and light demand in a unsettled overall tone.
Dan Nichols state conservation officer spoke to the Future Farmers of America meeting on gun safety and handling. Austin Hoopes and Kenneth Egel gave notes on the hay rack ride and homecoming parade float while a grain show was announced for October 27 to 31 at the Muscatine Seed and Supply Store.
Angel Falls in Venezuela is described as the world’s largest waterfall with water plunging 3212 feet into the Churun river. The finding emphasizes the sheer height of the cascade and its standing among global natural landmarks.
The group is affiliated with a local church and currently governed by fifteen deacons, fifteen elders, and three trustees.
This guide urges choosing washable dark cottons for winter wardrobes to cut cleaning costs. It covers corduroys, cotton tweed, worsted, and flannel, advising removable shoulder pads, snipping velveteen trim, gentle finger pressing, air drying, and avoiding rubbing. It also recommends color fastness labels and testing color fastness if absent.
Muscatine Y's Men announce a Halloween window painting contest for junior and senior high students. Teams of 3 to 5 students may choose original subjects, with four school divisions, up to six feet high, and $3 of paint per window. Judging Oct. 31, with prizes for top four, and parade events at the YMCA and YWCA.
Orra O. Bishop, a 77 year old retiree and Michigan State Teachers College graduate from 52 years ago, has resumed studies at the University of Miami pursuing a master's degree after a career as a chemical engineer until retirement at 62.
The guide advises dousing a small garment area in cool water for a few minutes to check color run. If unsure about shrink resistance, use lukewarm water only to minimize damage.
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