Food Staples Reach Prices Charged During Civil War
Civil War era price surges strike food staples as households face higher costs. Grocers warn of 35 cent turkey prices this winter and widespread jumps in beef pork and dairy. Wheat, corn, and eggs soar, while canned goods rise due to frosts and shortages. Local fruits vegetables and imported specialties remain scarce, with buyers feeling the pinch from inflation and war-driven demand.
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Meetings in Labor Temple Next Week
Meetings will be held in Labor temple at Ninth and State next week. Monday hosts the Lads' Union Label league, Wednesday features the Stonecutters' union, and Thursday includes the Molders union along with team drivers press feeders and pressmen.
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Dittmeyer Birth Traced To Spring Street Couple
Born to Mr and Mrs John Dittmeyer at 1837 Spring Street a son Thursday morning Mrs Dittmeyer formerly Miss Mary Upschulte.
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Speakers oppose bond issue for road improvements tonight
Attorney Frank Penick and J H Paxton will address the Trades and Labor assembly against the proposed bond issue plan to fund road improvements. They argue the cost of concrete and water bound macadam is excessive and oppose 10 foot roads and 300 miles of road. The group favors 15 foot gravel and oil roads.
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Trades and Labor Assembly
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