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Sikeston Herald

Location

Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1949

Page

7

Reinstatement rush for NSLI in four states grows

The Veterans Administration Insurance Service reports more than 2500 NSLI reinstatement applications monthly from veterans in Missouri Arkansas Kansas and Oklahoma. Increased activity follows liberal reinstatement provisions and awareness of low cost coverage. Reinstatements under three months need a simple health statement. over three months require a physical exam. Two monthly premiums accompany each reinstatement. Forms available at VA offices.

Veterans Administration Arkansas Kansas Missouri Oklahoma Veterans of Missour Veterans Administration Insurance Service Locust Street St. Louis Frank E. Quinn VA District Insurance Office Quinn Congress Veterans Administration Office

Dunklin County Eyes Soil Conservation District

Dunklin county farmers packed a Kennett courthouse hearing to back a soil conservation district. Led by Dean J H Longwell and Ronnie F Greenwell, about 75 attendees urged immediate organization to tackle drainage and erosion, with a referendum possible if the Soil District Commission approves.

Dunklin County Dean Longwell Greenwell John W. Ferguson Extension Soil Conservationist L. C. Grugett Soil District Committee Missouri Dunklin Campbell Crowley's Ridge

Radio Canned Foods Emphasize Quality and Value

A promotional note touts Radio canned foods as good quality and mother approved. It suggests some brands may be fancier but Radio offers premium value, inviting consumers to try Radio first for reliable quality at a sensible price.

Jennie and Hiram Clash Over Eloping Daughter

In a rural confrontation, Elvira storms to stop Jennie from marrying Jeff, claiming the city train at 11 15 will take her daughter away. A note reveals Jennie’s plan as Hiram aids elation with prying, a keys chase, and a strange quiet afterward.

Jeff Jennie Hiram Elvira Elviry

New Chevrolet Ventilation System to Clear Damped Dwellings

Engineering tests of the 1949 Chevrolet ventilation show interior air is refreshed about two and a half times per minute at 30 mph and doubles at 60 mph with windows closed or vents open. The feature keeps body glass clear in damp weather, reducing fog without drafts. Screened openings behind the radiator feed tubes to outlets under the dash, with airflow controlled by knobs. standard on all Chevrolets.

Chevrolet

Funeral for Lutesville merchant William L. Tinnin

C C Denman attended the funeral in Lutesville for William L. Tinnin a 75 year old merchant who died Sunday at St Francis Hospital Cape Girardeau. Tinnin a Bollinger County native served as a non commissioned officer in the 8th U S Cavalry during the Spanish American War. He is survived by his wife a son two daughters two brothers two sisters and six grandchildren. The service was held at the Lutesville Methodist church with honorary pallbearers from the Cape Girardeau post Spanish War veterans. There are over two thousand Frigidaire owners in Sikeston. LAIR S.

Cc. H. Denman Lutesville William L. Tinnin St. Francis Hospital Cape Girardeau Lutesville Methodist Church Wm L Meyer Ferguson Tinnin Bollinger County 8Th US Cavalry Cuba Cape Girardeau Post Maude E. Pratt Farmington

Cancer Society mail forwarding plan expands nationwide

Jefferson City letter outlines Post Office Department approval allowing cancer campaign mail to be insured and forwarded to state headquarters, aiding inquiries and donations. George B Larson, Missouri Division executive director, says the system will streamline contact and ensure delivery for annual campaigns starting April 1. Local numbers and addresses remain listed.

Jefferson City American Cancer Society Post Office Department Missouri Cancer Society George B Larson Larson

Mrs Scillian Wins Philco Radio Contest Prize

Mrs Boyd Scillian of 303 Mak Kathleen Avenue won a Philco FM and AM radio in a Lewis Sales Company sponsored contest. She bowled the oldest Philco model entered, a 1929 unit, out of 30 entries. ten others received $25 certificates.

Boyd Scillian Mak Kathleen Avenue Philco Lewis Sales Company Lewis Brothers

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