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Newspaper
Osceola Record
Location
Osceola, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1947
Page
7
Utah Centenary: From Desert Trek to Modern State
A century after Brigham Young declared This is the place Utah grows from a harsh desert into a thriving land. The piece traces Mormon migration, temple building, irrigation, mining, and a diverse economy with crops, livestock, manufacturing, and rail and road development. It notes Utah’s climate, scenery, and population embracing a centennial celebration by all residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brigham Young
Mormon Tabernacle
Utah
America
Bingham
Magna
Tooele
Garfield
Provo
Geneva Steel Plant
Zale versus Graziano crowns a tough middleweight era
Tony Zale proved iron will and power in a historic September 1946 title defense against Rocky Graziano. Despite a knockdown and adversity early, Zale surged back to win and cement his grip on the division. The crowded middleweight scene includes Jake LaMotta Marcel Cerdan Georgie Abrams Charley Burley and Jersey Jones promising a volatile 1947.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ony Zale
Rocky Graziano
Zale
Graziano
Jake LaMotta
Marcel Cerdan
Georgie Abrams
Charley Burley
New York
National Boxing Association
NBA
Rocky
Tony
LaMotta
Cerdan
Stanley Ketchel
Harry Greb
Mickey Walker
Jersey Jones
Burley
Joe Louis
Two West Coast Stars Strive After War Year Fluctuations
The piece compares Joe DiMaggio of San Francisco and Ted Williams of San Diego. DiMaggio, hindered by injuries, posted his worst big league season since joining the majors, a dip many stars shared after war service. Williams, once on pace to dominate the American league, slid late into the 1946 World Series but finished with a batting average well over .340, keeping his all time mark above .350.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Coast
Joe DiMaggio
San Francisco
Ted Williams
San Diego
California
DiMaggio
Joe
Williams
Salt Lake and Flats Lure Tourists and Racers
Salt Lake and Bonneville flats attract visitors with high salinity beaches where flotation is easy and salt spans vast plains. Great Salt Lake sits 4 200 feet above sea level and measures 80 miles by 20 to 32 miles while the flats host numerous speed records and have mirages. Ab Jenkins, ex mayor and race driver, favors the flats for cooling tires and prefers them over other courses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
Great Salt Lake
Bonneville
Bonneville Salt Flats
Ab Jenkins
Salt Lake City
DiMaggio Struggles With Ulcers During Spring Training
The piece describes Joe DiMaggio reporting for spring training while battling stomach ulcers. It notes Dom DiMaggio’s partial return to form for California coverage and mentions Bobby Doerr and Johnny Pesky as west coast features, with Joe showing early signs of decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
Ted
Dom DiMaggio
California
Bobby Doerr
Johnny Pesky
Joe DiMaggio
Joe Besgan
Pattern dresses for spring wardrobes and blouses
Pattern No. 89381 comes in sizes 11 to 18 with various yardage for 35 or 39 inch fabric. Special Occasion Blouses WO offers simple, few-piece designs in white pastels and novelty prints. Pattern No. 8123 lists sizes 12 to 20 with fabric requirements. Spring 45 f- ION book includes ideas and a free hat.
Frugal New Crafting Tips Hidden in Plain Sight
Instructions advise to note wall paper rolls used discreetly for future rooms and to repurpose worn shirt collars by cutting them into patterns for new collars from the shirt tail.
Rubber Heel Mark Removal on Linoleum Tip
A cloth dampened with turpentine can remove rubber heel marks from linoleum. Use gentle rubbing to restore the surface without damage.
How to care for nylons before and after wear
Wash nylons after every wear since perspiration harms the delicate fibers. It is also wise to wash new nylons before you wear them to maintain quality and fit.
Cleaning up broken glass safely removes shards
Sweep up the broken glass with care and deposit into a tin can. Wipe the area with a damp cloth to collect tiny slivers for safe disposal.
Safety of painting weathered shingles after years exposed
A shingle stain that has been exposed to the weather for three or four years can be safely painted. If painted earlier than that, there is a risk of discoloration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doan
Lemon and Water Wake-Up Drink for Constipation
A reader’s tip suggests overcoming constipation by drinking juice of one Sunkist lemon in a glass of water first thing after rising. The note claims lemon and water stimulate bowel action, boost vitamin C intake, aid digestion, curb fatigue, and set a fresh, awakening tone for ten mornings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunkist
California
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