Sikeston Auction Fur Sale Ended Too Soon for Fans
A chaotic rural auction in Sikeston advertised as a public sale of three fur coats two sport jackets a radio and other merchandise ended before buyers arrived The lone attended sale drew scant crowds with an estimated net to the county of about six dollars after fees The event highlighted mismatched expectations and legal formalities.
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Sikestm
R Shaprin
Waltr Ancell
Richland Gunship
Herald Wallace
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Bewes
Home Canning Is Pleasing Work
Miss Ella Fikuart of Scott County home demonstration agency extols home canning as a satisfying task that sustains family meals in winter. She notes methods for fruits and tomatoes, advises on canner types, jar and lid checks, and recommends cooperatives for pressure canners, plus tips on glass versus tin containers and enamel linings for different foods.
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Ella Fikuart
Scott County
Good Pickling Receipts for Thrifty Housewives
Watermelon pickles are made by soaking rind in alum water overnight and boiling to tender, then a syrup of sugar vinegar water and spices. Bread and butter pickles use small cucumbers onions green peppers with salted ice and a mustard celery seed turmeric and clove syrup. A spicy relish combines tomatoes onions pears peaches peppers and vinegar simmered to desired consistency. Al Smith of St. Louis, rep of the Cornell Seed Company, was guest of Mr and Mrs Dan McCoy this week.
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al Smith
St. Louis
Cornell Seed Company
Dan McCoy
Leftover Gourmet Dishes From Home Maker’s Pocket
A home cook shares budget friendly recipes that reuse leftovers into appealing dishes. LAMB IN ASPIC uses prepared aspic with cooked lamb. CORNED BEEF HASH blends potatoes onions and corned beef. MAPLE CAKE with maple sugar frosting. APPETIZERS blend eggs cottage cheese olives and meats. SAVORY SALAD uses anchovies and greens. RHUBARD PIE tart rhubarb custard with meringue. CHOCOLATE CARAMEL MOUSSE blends chocolate caramel and cream. STUFFED TOMATOES reuse corn, onion, pepper with butter.
Exploding pistol injures baby near Sikeston
The 16 month old son of Mr and Mrs A M Freed living several miles east of Sikeston is recovering from superficial injuries after an automatic .32 calibre pistol exploded Sunday when the child pulled open a drawer near a sewing machine. The blast inflicted a flesh wound to the forehead.
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A. M. Freed
Sikeston
Forced Air for Summer Comfort in Homes
The Federal Housing Administration notes that forced air circulation gives cooling effect and comfort in summer. Fans in rooms or an attic fan can expel heat, or draw cool air from basements or outdoors at night. Wet roofs in hot dry climates help by evaporating water to draw heat from the structure.
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Federal Housing Administration
Termite Control Measures to Prevent Infestations
Prevention is the surest control for termites. Builders note many ways to stop termites from gaining a foothold in foundations. Ensure ground slopes away for drainage, keep rain spouts distant, and use splash blocks or dry wells positioned away from the building. Regular inspections to fix faults remains the most effective method.
Cinnamon Sugar Breakfast Toast Treat
Mix cinnamon and sugar for a breakfast glaze and spread on hot buttered toast for a quick, sweet start to the day.
Boiler house near National Gallery sits beyond side street
London officials rerouted the boiler house supplying heat to the National Gallery to the opposite side of a side street to reduce fire risk. The move aims to improve safety for the museum and surrounding area while maintaining heat supply.
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London
National Gallery
B. N. Cafe Set to Open Saturday in New Sikeston Site
R E Baxter and L E Norman announce the opening of the B N Cafe in the Young building on East Center Street, occupying the former Smith's Cafe location. Opening days are Saturday and Sunday August 10 and 11. Baxter will run the cafe, living in Sikeston, with past management across the South. Norman will split time between Sikeston and Brownville, Tenn. Modern fixtures and decor planned with future changes to improve service.
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Young Building
East Center Street
Smith’s Cafe
Baxter
Sikeston
Jackson, Tenn
Florence
Ala
Norman
Brownville
Tenn
Joplin Girl Sings for Bread and Wins Movie Job
Betty Brewer 13 and her family moved to California in ill health. With no funds they relied on relief as Betty and her sister sang for pennies in front of a Hollywood club. A director noticed her and cast her in Rangers of Fortune earning 100 dollars weekly.
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Betty Brewer
Joplin
Albert Brewer
California
Betty
Bgan
Hollywood
Gall Stones Removed From Woman At Wilson Hospital
Physicians in Wilson North Carolina report removing 5384 gall stones from a 50 year old Negro woman in a record case for the section. Hospital attendants say she would recover.
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Wilson Hospital
Wilson
North Carolina
Police Judge Brown Jewell Traded in Portageville Today
Police Judge Brown Jewell transacted business in Portageville this afternoon, handling court or municipal matters likely tied to local governance. No additional details on cases or parties were provided.
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