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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1949

Page

8

Wildlife deaths from speeding cars rise on highways

Observations along highway stretches suggest a large number of wildlife fatalities from fast traffic. Birth rates show the Soviet Union exceed the United States by more than double while Western Europe faces a declining population trend. Cornmeal skin treatment offers a simple facial remedy. Agricultural census plans for 1950 aim to map crops, livestock, farm size, and ownership. Airplane spraying can cover up to 200 acres per hour at low altitudes with self-operated equipment.

Soviet Union United States Western Europe

New Look for Gloves Cleaned with glycerin water restore appearance

A tablespoon of glycerin added to the rinse water makes gloves look new. Also notes on level ground in Nez Perce National Forest and how footballs use cattlehide. Foot care advice suggests daily foot baths with two pails of hot and cold water to refresh feet.

Nez Perce National Forest Idaho

Insect Control Keeps Dog Happy in Summer

A Gaines Dog Research Center report warns fleas and ticks peak in summer, risking dog health and owner safety. Regular DDT flea powder, bedding changes, and spot treatments help keep dogs flea free. Ticks pose human risk. use approved remedies and remove with tweezers, disposing in kerosene.

Gaines Dog Research Center New York City

Impossible Journey Dream Tale Ends in Silent Discovery

Mrs. Laughton wakes to another vivid dream Ellen describes of a North Wind taking her on a magical ride. After tucking Ellen back to bed, the mother discovers a heavy silver star buckle in Ellen’s pocket, hinting at a hidden memory or clue behind the nightly visions.

Mrs. Laughton Ellen Mrs Laughton

The Beggar Who Wrote a Check for Charity

Sam Shapiro, short on funds, accepts a stranger’s $100 check signed by Banker's Trust president E Wilson Dodds. At the bank, the teller confirms the ruse as Dodds, in disguise, gives $100 to the first ten people who cash it, rewarding Sam as the first recipient.

Sam Banker’s Trust Sam Shapiro E. Wilson Dodds Presi Banker's Trust Mr Dodds Mr. Dodds

I’m a Hypochondriac Gus Olsen Haunts the Porch

A narrator recalls Gus Olsen, a lifelong hypochondriac who shuns doctors while sharing his ailments with passersby from his porch. The doctor, Charles, reveals Olsen’s case as a cautionary tale about patent medicines and self diagnosis, ending with Olsen’s daughter Caroline driving him to the medical building years later.

Little Caroline Gus Olsen Gus Charlie Dinah Caroline

Call Veterinarian For Sick Dogs Urged By Research Center

The Gaines Dog Research Center in New York City urges dog owners to seek veterinary care promptly for illness or injury. It warns against at home worming, ear and dental problems, digestive issues, skin conditions, and distemper, stressing swift professional treatment to avoid blindness, toxemia, or death.

Gaines Dog Research Center New York City

Bank Statement Summary with Capital and Liabilities

A bank reports total liabilities of 1 065 731 15 and capital accounts of 54 775 78. It lists demand deposits 859 596 23 time deposits 152 988 20 and other items including government and state deposits. Memoranda show assets pledged 40 000 00. A Isaacson as cashier signs the statement with directors Carlson men attesting its accuracy.

Citizens State Bank of Polk, Neurarea Chartier No Ators Clee United States Doe A. Isaacson

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