Wildwood column recalls 1925 prices and oil industry trends
A Wildwood Independent Record excerpt contrasts 1985 price levels with 1925 costs for gas and goods, noting fuel efficiency gains and competition as key drivers. It cites Harvard Herald observations of mountain lions treed and shot near Livingston and critiques inflated government spending as a tax trap.
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Wildwood
Independent Record
Harvard Herald
Harvard
Illinois
Livingston
Mont
Dining for Dollars and Numbers in U S History
The text lists figures from 1953 on hunting and fishing licenses at about 32 million, baseball at 18 million, rodeos 20 million, and horse racing 30 million. It mentions a Washington dinner for Speaker Sam Rayburn with 3700 places, served at $100 per plate, profits for the Democratic National Committee, and details on a National Guard armory venue with Union hotel caterers. It discusses presidential draft history and basic presidential qualifications, plus Library of Congress newspaper holdings.
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Washington
Sam Rayburn
National Guard
Mayflower
Statler
Democratic ‘National Committee
Grover Cleveland
Eisenhower
Grant
Zachary Taylor
Jackson
William Henry Harrison
Pierce
Tyler
Johnson
Lincoln
Hayes
Garfield
Benjamin Harrison
McKinley
Theodore Roosevelt
Truman
United States
Library of Congress
Florence Chadwick swims England to France record history noted
The article recalls Florence Chadwick's intense training schedule and rope tethering during pool swims, mentions past world records in channel swims, and notes Clarence Henry pleading guilty to offering a fighter to throw a bout while also touching on Reece Tatum's Harlem Globetrotters fame and brief pro baseball attempts.
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Channel
Florence Chadwick
Mda
England
France
English
Clarence Henry
Reece
Goose” Tatum
Harlem Globetrotters
Clowniig Center
Phonorama Time and radio stars drive a musical roundup
A Weekend feature on Mutual Network showcases Phonorama Time hosted by Johnny Des emA, recording artists from coast to coast. The piece highlights DeJohn Sisters, Deejay of the Month, and Desmond’s postwar career with the AAF band, plus assorted music industry trivia and lifestyle notes.
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Mutual
Raysim
Johnny Desema
Azic
Bardeland
U.S.A
DeJohn Sis‘ers
Johnny
U.S
Air Force
Jeanny Desmond
Downbeaters
Yuey
Sob Crosby
Gene ‘Kropa
Enid
Okla
Tschj
Glenn Miller
AAF
Mir Aaf
Wisenhower
Russia
Marshal ‘Bhubov
Johnnysgate
Peanut Butter Sauce and Spread Ideas
A fragmented note suggests using peanut butter as a base for spreadable mixtures. It mentions combining peanut butter with breakfast items and celery or mushrooms as flavor accents. The text hints at sauces for casseroles and pairing with asparagus, in a casual kitchen context.
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Garton
Pizza Pennies Makes 48 Tiny Toast Pizzas
Tomato sauce with garlic and oregano is spread on lightly toasted rounds. Each topped with cottage cheese and a teaspoon of sauce, then a small cheese cube. Broil 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts.
Farm Kitchens Move Toward Modern Electric Design
Farmers nationwide plan to upgrade aging kitchens with a push button electric setup. A step by step modernization program guides households through adding essential appliances like a refrigerator freezer range an electric dishwasher and a sink disposal unit.
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United States
Ern Farm
X-Disease in Cattle Practically Eliminated
Hyperkeratosis or X-disease in cattle has been practically eliminated in the past year. No new cases were reported to the USDA in 1954, and the American Foundation for Animal Health says the disease is now of little importance in animal health.
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United States Department of Agriculture
American Foundation For Animal Health
U.S.D.A
Horseproof latch for barn gate keeps horses from nibbling
A simple latch design uses a long bent and welded steel link with about 1 4 inch radius ends. The handle and catch are formed from flat steel and mounted on the gatepost. When locked the link drops below the catch offset and can only be raised by pulling the link outward and upward.
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Korea
Arco
California
Gene
Butler
Curtis
Las’ Vegas
Wankae
Ay Lyn Connelly
Uganda
Scotland Yard
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Pittaburgh
Pennsylvania
North America
Texas
Caron
Michael Wilding
Konan
ICA
John B. Hol
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Annette Vito
Ny. Y. Philharmonic Orchestra
Miami Beach
Fla
Fred Ebters
Wiliam
Pete
Peter
Rencas
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