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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1945
Page
5
Nathaniel Hawthorne was fired as a bookkeeper and, with his wife secretly saving money, wrote The Scarlet Letter. A humorous anecdote collection includes Grant at a northern town, Roosevelt’s inaugural party, Bea Lillie pearls, a Roosevelt front-page misprint, and a Seattle police warning about burglars facing veterans after the war.
A veteran policeman notes an uptick in burglaries after the war as seasoned thieves admit fear of new dangers. He cites discussions with Sesitle’s top criminals about the shift in the profession and the likelihood of tighter security.
He notes several athletes have already decided to retire from their profession for good due to mounting risks. The comment underscores growing concerns about long term safety and career longevity among top competitors.
A home decor note suggests bright wallpaper or chintz framing for dull windows. Tie a lively curtain bow and mount a glass shelf beneath to showcase leafy plants and bric-a-brac for a refreshed, inviting look.
A brief note recalls how French nobility prior to the revolution favored highly decorative eyeglasses with jeweled frames, reflecting elite taste and status through crafted eyewear.
Corp Clare Fousek son of Mrs John Barrack arrived home after 26 months as a German prisoner. He fought overseas starting February 19 1942 and was held in Stalag 5 B Villingen then Stalag 2 B Ferstenburg. He endured a 12 day forced march and was liberated by Russians on April 22 1945. He credits the Red Cross for food that kept him alive and plans to report at Hot Springs Arkansas after 60 days’ furlough.
The text describes using a two cup measure for batter portions and heating the griddle to the right heat. It suggests testing with a tiny cake, then baking another cake, cooking until bubbles appear, and flipping when fully bubbled. Cautionary note about not spamming after turning.
A terse note on kitchen technique warns against burping during cooking and suggests using a small amount of water to prevent burning. The guidance mentions adding a quarter inch of water as a precaution, implying careful heat control to avoid scorching vegetables and other foods.
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