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Newspaper

Polk Progress

Location

Polk, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1946

Page

8

Prohibition on Price Controls and Government Propaganda Debate

Debate centers on a vetoed case labor disputes bill and a push to extend price controls. Congress weighs public opinion tactics by federal agencies and a large budget for propaganda while assessing government payrolls and per capita costs. Senator Byrd calls for drastic federal workforce cuts.

House of Representatives House Harry Boyd Virginia Byrd Congress Bureau of the Budget Washington OPA America Representative Ellis West Virginia

U. S. Food Drive Distorts Agricultural Trade

An analysis argues that emergency US food relief actions aim to ease shortages but cause disruptions in farming sectors. It cites altered wheat milling ratios and use restrictions harming hatcheries and accelerates stock market timing. It notes poorer flour quality risking spoilage in warm climates and jeopardizing tropical and subtropical shipments.

United State

Local Family Note Cards From Giltner Area Gatherings

A series of social notices from Giltner and nearby towns details lawn suppers birthday celebrations and visits. Families including Maw Springer Shrover Lindquis and Nelsons host and attend events in Stromsburg York Aurora Osceola and Osceola area venues with dinners calls and weekend trips to Lincoln Denver and Kearney.

Wilbur Maw Giltner Joe Springer Ada Shrover Don Maw Rovert Nelson Marjorie Bonke Aurora Lloyd Stromberg

Rural electricity expands farming tools and labor relief

Capper's Farmer notes electricity extends farm production by mechanizing chores and reducing costs. George Middleton uses a circular saw for poultry-house work in Kane County Illinois, while Mrs Henry Sidentop in Livingston County uses a washing machine churning attachment cooling cream with ice cubes from her refrigerator. Carl Barton shows one of seven brooders built as a vocational project in Livingston County Michigan.

George Middleton Kane County Illinois Henry Sidentop Livingston County Ill Carl Barton

Infantile Paralysis Alert During Summer Outbreaks

The Polk County Medical Society notes infantile paralysis tends to rise June through September in the United States. Early signs include stomach upset, vomiting, fever, or headache. any unexplained fever warrants bed rest and medical diagnosis. Seek prompt physician care. early treatment reduces crippling risk and improves recovery chances.

The Polk County Medical Society United States National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis

Bridal Shower for Miss LaVerne Peterson Sets Pink and Blue Theme

Mrs Gunnard Peterson Mrs Reynold Peterson Mrs Herbert Anderson and Mrs Theodore Johnson hosted a miscellaneous shower at the home of Mrs Johnson for about 50 relatives and friends honoring Miss LaVerne Peterson on Saturday evening June 15. A pink and blue color scheme accompanied a two course lunch. LaVerne received many gifts carried in a decorated basket by her niece MarVelle and nephew DeVerne Johnson.

Gunnard Peterson Reynold Peterson Herbert Anderson Theodore Johnson LaVerne Peterson LaVerne MarVelle and DeVerne Johnson

Practical pig care tips to boost hog market profits

The article outlines disease prevention steps to raise profits for swine raisers. It covers preventable causes of pig losses such as stillbirths, anemia, chilling, naval infections, and scours, and prescribes actions like iodine for sows, clean pens, proper nutrition, vaccination, and sanitation practices.

Protect Child Life Playing In the Street

Promote safe play areas for children as streets remain hazardous due to driver risk. The message urges teaching youngsters early to avoid streets and use protected spaces to reduce traffic fatalities.

Nebraska Brew Foundation convention posters highlight self regulation

At the Nebraska Commit tee eighth annual convention three speakers discuss Lincoln posters issued by the U S Brewers Foundation. Judge Lyle E. Jackson called the self regulation program a powerful force for public good and a middle course between prohibition and weak controls. Displays show tavern operation tips and posters for retailers to promote orderly, law abiding conditions.

Lincoln Nebraska U. S. Brewers Foundation Jackson B. Chase Nebraska Liquor Control Commission Lyle E. Jackson Neligh Charles E. Sandal Jackson Sandall

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