Hovland Family Gatherings Honor and Reunion Events
Social notes cover multiple gatherings: a post commencement honor for Lawrence Hovland with relatives from Humboldt Eagle Grove Whittemore Gilmore City Fort Dodge and Des Moines. a family reunion for Mrs M H Hoskins with many relatives from Britt Renwick Urbana Storm Lake and Washington D C. a son's birthday party for Stephen Graeber with out of town guests and gifts. club meetings and a theater trip for eighth graders with local hosts and participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Richard Hovland
Lawrence
C. C. Hovland
Humboldt
Margaret Hovland
Eagle Grove
Peter Paulson
Naomi McCoy
Fort Dodge
Kida Simonson
Sterling Simonson
Whittemore
Mary Weible
Gilmore City
Lewis Paulson
M. H. Hoskins
Roy Schonberger
Schonberger
Dewey Hoskins
Walter C. Harvey
Britt
Harry Gist
Renwick
Harvey Ho
Gerald Graeber
Stephen
Bernice Sedlacek
John
Sally
Community programs and meetings highlight regional clubs
The scene spans a Legion Auxiliary mothers meeting with poppy talks and war stamps, a tribute to mothers, and gifts to members. followed by social visits, dinner gatherings, a surprise party for a former teacher, and club teas and showers. Names include Mrs. George Schonberger Amos Marchant Iva Brown Birt Osking W L McIntire William Meecham Clara Hendrickson Mary Meisen bach Ruth Lundy Lena Roach Grace Vaughn and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion Auxiliary
Legion Hall
George Schonberger
Amos Marchant
Iva Brown
Birt Osking
W. L. McIntire
E. F. Stallcup
Frances M. Perigal
Mary Meisenbach
C. B. Chapman
Sally Webb
Gold Star
William Meecham
Weible
Earl Chambers
Mary Jones
Ruth Lundy
Mary Margaret Sinek
Lena Roach
J. D. Damborg
Clara Hendrickson
Miss Hendrickson
M.M. Club
Buckwalter
Poultry Ceiling Price Enforced in Iowa Case
Ernest Srp of Dysart Iowa faced a U S District Court judgment for 5860 08 after the OPA charged him with selling poultry above ceiling prices The Dysart Produce Co operator was found to have overcharged customers by more than three times the excess amount awarded in Waterloo last week The ruling was issued by Judge Henry N Graven.
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Ernest Srp
Dysart
Iowa
Henry N. Graven
U. S. District Court
Srp
Waterloo
OPA
Dysart Produce Co
Macy’s Massive Ad Spend Records 1858 Pages Annually
The Sioux City Journal notes R. H. Macy & Co. in New York as the largest advertising buyer, directing 85 percent of its budget to newspapers. Last year Macy used an equal of 1,858 Standard size newspaper pages to promote its wares.
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Sioux City Journal
R. H. Macy & Co
New York
Presbyterian Church Weekly Schedule
Pastor W. F. Schneck leads Sunday school at 10 a.m. Morning worship at 11 a.m. Christian Endeavor at 7:30 p.m. Choir practice Thursday afternoon. Daily vacation Bible school begins at 9 a.m. Monday, May 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
W. F. Schneck
Christian Endeavor
Memorial service for Lester Pedersen at Emery church
Nain Lutheran Church announces a memorial service for Lester Pedersen this Sunday at the Presbyterian church at 2 30 p.m. The day also includes Sunday school and Bible class at 7 15 p.m and an evening worship service at 8 p.m conducted by pastor Emery L Petersen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nain Lutheran
Emery L. Petersen
Lester Pedersen
Plover Presbyterian Church announces May events
Worship at 11 15 a m. The Willing Workers meet Thursday May 17 at 2 30 p m. Mrs Ted Benjamin to be honored with a bridal shower hosted by Mrs Jim Grove Mrs Chester Kline Mrs J R Hough and Mrs Marion Ham at the church
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willing Workers Society
Ted Benjamin
Jim Grove
Chester Kline
J. R. Hough
Marion Ham
Plover Methodist Church Announces Pentecost Family Day
Pastor Robert A Grigsby invites church members to observe Pentecost Sunday as Family Day. Youth Fellowship meets at 6 PM with both groups. Summer camp schedule lists Algona district at Camp Quest June 24 to July 1, Camp Methods July 9 to 15, Bible conference July 29 to August 5.
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Robert A. Grigsby
Algona District
Trinity Lutheran Church Services and Activities
Pastor J. O. Wangberg leads 9:30 morning worship on The Church the Temple of God from John 15 1 11. 10 30 Sunday school and Bible classes. 8 p m baccalaureate service at Ottosen themed Press On from Philippians 3 13 14. Catechism class Saturday 1 45 p m. Chorus 3 p m. Ladies Aid meets Mrs Elmer Simons Wednesday May 23 designated birthday meeting.
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Trinity Lutheran
J. O. Wangberg
Temple of God
Ottosen
Ladies Aid Society
Elmer Simons
Methodist Church Schedule and Vacation Bible School
Rev. C. R. Buckwalter leads Sunday school at 10 15 a m morning worship at 11 15 a m Youth Fellowship at 6 30 p m Choir practice Thursday at 2 p m Vacation Bible School starts Monday May 21 9 to 11 30 a m for grades 1 to 8 inclusive registration 25 cents
Higher coal prices approved to offset wage hikes
The Office of Price Administration allowed average price increases of 16 cents per ton for bituminous coal to cover higher production costs from miners wage rises. Increases range from four to 54 cents per ton and will be passed to consumers because dealers cannot absorb them. Producers will absorb five cents of the increase while mine operating costs rise about 21 cents a ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Office of Price Administration
OPA
How to Advertise Your Used Car
Advertisers must include the car’s year model asking price and the phrase Within OPA ceiling in listings. The rule, effective May 9, requires owners to obtain the OPA ceiling price by contacting their local War Price and Rationing board or consulting Maximum Price Regulation No. 540.
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Office of Price Administration
Pheasants Stocked by State Clubs in 1942
The State Conservation Commission shipped 462 adult pheasants from the Boone State Game Farm to 10 cooperating sportsmen clubs in border counties. Of these, 400 were hens and 62 were cocks. Chick distribution for this year is uncertain due to reduced stocking in recent seasons. Over 1938 to 1942 the Boone farm hatched 108,000 pheasant chicks for release.
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State Conservation Commission
Boone
Pew
Came
Freshmen Report Schedule At University Of Town
Beginning freshmen for the summer semester report at the University of Town on June 9 for liberal arts and June 12 for engineering. Before classes start June 13 they register take developmental tests and attend orientation events.
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University of Town
Liberal Arts
Engineering
Remember the Kid in a Foxhole Prayer and War Bond Drive
To the People of this Community a soldier’s foxhole prayer from Private Ken Miller of Greensburg Kansas echoes the home front link. The article urges strong participation in the current War Loan by buying war bonds to support fighting sons and th e war effort.
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Ken Miller
Greensburg
Kan
Iwo Jima
Miller
Iowa records lowest infant death rate in 1944
The 1944 report shows 1,572 infant deaths at a rate of 33.47 per 1,000 live births, the lowest in state history. The health department credits improved medical care, public education, earlier prenatal treatment, and more hospital deliveries. Maternal deaths rose slightly to 88 with a rate of 1.68 per 1,000 live births.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
State Health Department
Outlook for business after war improves says Iowa professor
Prof. George Davies of the University of Iowa business research bureau notes increased confidence for postwar prosperity among business circles. He cautions against cynicism while predicting gradual expansion tied to a new Pacific empire, loans, and investments in Europe, with sober realism replacing grand plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Davies
University of Iowa Business Research Bureau
Pacific
Europe
Davies
Visiting Professor Eide to Join University of Town Summer Faculty
Richard C. Eide head of the University of North Dakota journalism department will join the University of Town as a visiting professor this summer. He starts June 138 teaching news editing and history of journalism and has a master’s from University of Town earned in 1930. He authored North Star Editor a biography of Joseph Wheelock editor of the St Paul Pioneer Press.
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Richard C. Eide
University of North Dakota
University of Towa
Eide
University of Town
North Star
Joseph Wheelock
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Classified Ad Rates Ledger Notice
Public want ads outline cash rates: two cents per word for first insertion, subsequent insertions priced by word with a 25 cent minimum. Card of Thanks set at 50 cents. poetry charged at 25 cents per line.
Wolf or fox pups distinguished by eye pupil shape
Missouri Conservation Commission releases guidance to tell fox pups from wolf pups for bounty payments. Foxes have elliptical catlike pupils while wolves and coyotes have round doglike pupils across all ages.
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Missouri Conservation Commission
Writers' Workshop Draws War Veterans at Iowa University
The University of Iowa writers workshop, led by Prof. Paul Angle, aims to attract war veterans who seek to write rather than study. Admission hinges on writing ability.
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Writers’ Workshop
University of Iowa
Paul &Ngle
War Bond Appeal Urges Max Personal Share in EE Series
The piece argues the 7th War Loan target is four billion dollars in Series EE Bonds and urges individuals to invest more than their essential needs. It cites past oversubscriptions, calls on citizens to back fighting forces, and links civilian scarcity to higher prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iwo Jima
HUSSMAN Refrigeration Seeks Pair of Domestic Fridges
Pocahontas Iowa based Husman Refrigeration Sales and Service calls for customers to bring in paired domestic refrigerators of all makes to their shop. The notice notes V belts from 1 inch to 74 inches in all widths are available. The ad emphasizes contact and service offerings.
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Dayton
Hussman Refrigeration Sales & Service
Pocahontas
Iowa
Coal Car Arrives Expecting Monday For Spring Use
Farmers are urged to stock up as another car of Old Ben T Hi nois Egg Coal is due Monday. The coal is praised as ideal for spring or fall use and demand remains high due to shortages of Eastern coal. A Illinois oil treated nut coal car is also on track, with demurrage penalties prompting quick unloading to save 50e per ton.
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A. V. Graeber
John Rickleffs
Bernard Rickleffs
K.S.K
H. Westerman
Raymond Henderson
American Home Study Club
Mather
Maude Mather
Ed Cornell
I Cornell
Mary Gretcen
A.L.D
H. D. Brinkman
A.L.D. Club
Palmer
Paul Brinkman
Shirley Thornton
Dick Hodaway
Cora Lighter
Beckord
George Beckord
Bridge
Roberta Kennedy
Brinkman
P.E.O
John Brinkman
Forrest Grant
Nelson
J. C. Damborg
Joyce Thornton
Virginia DeVaul
Delovis Ferden
Thelma Thompson
Geraldine Johnson
Jane Johnson
Joan Nielsen
Joan
Virginia
Jane
Joyce
Rolfe
Woman's Club
D.M.T. Woman's Club
Thos. Diggs
Naomi Diggs
Carol Heathman
Janet Thorson
Melvin Thorson
Loren Pease
Emily Post
George Williams
Manson
Legion Auxiliary
Elwood Olerich
H. F. Olerich
Orvan Olerich
John Nelson
LeRoy Nelson
Bon Ton Club
Lomen
Bon Ton Bridge Club
Nt. Wikenberry
Ole Jacobson
EK. P. Lomen
Edis
Ernest Struthers
His
Plover Presbyterian Church
G. F. Butler
Plover Methodist Church
the Methodist Church
C. R. Buckwalter
Parcaut
L. D. Perrigo’s
Climax Manufacturing Co
Philev
Arrow
Nis Behrendsen
Clarence Reese
Freeman’s
Stallcup
A. Kk. Shaw
Ees A
R.Y
Billford
Lauriga Kerns
Bay Mare
Plover
Walter Woodin
Herman Davison
Climax
E. FE
Willey
R. Richards
Mason
Eddie J. Aden
Clagg
Hide & Fur Co
C. D. Smith
Pocahontas Hotel
HeeHaw News
Glenn Carpenter
J T. Grant & Son
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