Editorial NO WITCH HUNTS The FBI and civil rights
Editorial argues that no witch hunts exist against civil liberties and defends the FBI. It cites the conviction of Communist leaders and cases like Hiss and Caplan, praising the FBI for focusing on deeds over thoughts and noting increased use of resources against the Communist Party USA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Bureau of Investigation
FBI
Hiss
Caplan
Hitler
Gestapo
America
Communist Party
USA
Telling Questions on War Spending and Inflation
A US defender argues for strict economy in nondefense spending while ensuring military needs. He cites questions raised by Congressman John Phillips about large purchases, such as 68 million cans openers and 11 million pairs of boots, warning that hasty, inflated buys could fuel inflation and strain the economy. The piece urges prudent, targeted defense spending and disciplined overall budgeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Phillips
California
Department of Agriculture
Italy
What Happened to Summer School Start Date
The note ponders the rapid passage of summer and notes city schools will reopen on September 4. It muses that time speeds up with age and jokingly suggests President Truman should act when available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Truman
Quotations and jests mix in witty old box reading
A garbled mash of humorous epigrams and quips appears, mentioning radicals fascism socialism and other topics as several lighthearted lines unfold. It includes a joke about a dent maker mother, a driver, and a football mishap with chickens, ending with a pun about Rice Krispies.
Nebred Leads Wheat Varieties in Nebraska Test
Nebred was the top yielding wheat variety at the University of Nebraska agronomy farm experiments, producing 30.1 bushels per acre with a test weight of 57.6 pounds. Iohardi from Iowa placed second at 29.4 bushels and 59.8 test weight, followed by Cheyenne 25.8 Pawnee 24.8 Comanche 24.6 and Karhof 24. Pawnee, usually high yielding, dropped to under one bushel below average. Dr. Reitz notes yearly variation and a tough test year for many varieties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Nebraska
Agronomy Farm
L. P. Reitz
W. A. Johnson
Lincoln Station
Iowa
Cheyenne
Pawnee
Comanche
Karhof
Reitz
Better Guides for Local Wheat Adaptation Over One Year
A 12 year Pawnee study ending in 1950 shows Pawnee at 35.9 bushels per acre on college plats. Comanche averaged 31.0, Nébred 29.8, Tenmarq 29.9, Kar kof 27.5 and Turkey 27.4 bushels per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pawnee
Turkey
Man from Kimball Located in Illinois Street Business
A Kimball man aged 41, in the automobile trade for fourteen years, has long presided in a renowned Illinois Street business since 1949. He is a Chamber of Commerce and Lions Club member, a Mason, and enjoys golf with his boss. Married to a lovely gal named Cars, they have three children. Initials Chas. H. W. H. The Ford car is his top product. See Answer on Classified Ad Page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kimball
Illinois Street
Chamber of Commerce
Lions Club
Joe Gibson
Cars
Chas. H. W. H
Ford Automobile
Railway Express Agency Services The Rail Express Way
A historical notice highlights Railway Express Agency offerings including tax payment funding deposit services, collection on notes and mortgages, signing deeds and legal documents, purchasing goods, pawn ticket renewal and redemption, returning pawned articles, and delivering papers for filing or recording by federal and local authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railway Express Agency
Laundering Tips From Textile Experts Use Safe Detergents
The seasonal load rises with heat and families should choose detergents suited to fabrics. Unbuilt synthetics protect color best by remaining free of alkalies, while built detergents excel in heavy duty or soiled laundry. Follow package directions for use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S. Department of Agriculture
Laundry tips for color preservation and care
Guidance on laundering colored fabrics to prevent color bleed, including washing separately, using soft water, and rinsing promptly. Advises gentle washing, avoiding soaking, and drying in shade if outdoors. Emphasizes avoiding very hot water and using warm water for better color retention.
Heat and melting points of alcohols and tungsten
The text notes pure alcohol melts at minus 112.3 C while tungsten does not melt until reaching 3280 C. It contrasts the very low melting point of alcohol with the extremely high melting point of tungsten.
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Sidney Telegraph
J. C. Bush
Jack H. Loewe
Sidney
Nebraska
Viewspaper
Editorial
Summer
Cail’s Mobil. Service
Gurley, Nebraska
Ernie's
Conoco. Service
Continental Oil Company
Illinois
Vienna
Donau Dampchiffacrtgesellschaft
Legion Hall
Sah
Firestone de Luxe
Champion Tire
Firestone
Kinsey
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