Call Off Farm- Merchant Fete in Murphysboro
The Farmers Merchants picnic planned for Aug 23 at Riverside Park in Murphysboro was canceled by the Chamber of Commerce and Jackson County Farm Bureau following a request from Health Officer Dr A R Esposito to disband large meetings as a polio precaution. No new date was set and one member warned the event may not be held this year.
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Farmers-Merchants
Riverside Park
Murphysboro
Chamber of Commerce
Jackson County Farm Bureau
A. R. Esposito
L. H. Keller
W. €. Anderson
Ear Worms Threaten Late Corn Crops in County
Williamson county farm adviser H. H. Fulkerson warns ear-worm infestations may threaten late corn. He inspected fields near Cambria and suggests airplane spraying with DDT if crawling pests are present. He also urges thorough disking of stalks before next planting and notes many early corn is in roasting ear stage with a forecast of record yields.
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H. H. Fulkerson
Williamson County
Fulkerson
Cambria
Fresh Peach Betty Recipe and Market Note
Early Elberta peaches move to Midwest markets as peak season ends. The recipe for Fresh Peach Betty uses ripe firm fruit, sugar, spices, bread crumbs, and lemonwater drizzle, baked until bubbling and served with milk cream or ice cream. Also notes steel alloy used for automobile fuel tanks.
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Midwest
Exams Set for A J Gridders at Anna Jonesboro HS
The Anna Jonesboro community high school announces physical examinations for all boys aiming to participate in athletics for the next school year. Examinations take place Tuesday August 16 in the gym at 7 PM with head coach Sam Hill urging returning lettermen to pick up suits Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning August 28 and 24. First football practice is Thursday morning August 25 at 9. All students outside District 37 or recent movers must register at Anna Junior High School.
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Anna Jonesboro Community High School
Sam Hill
Anna
Anna Junior High
Officers Elected by Jonesboro Library Unit
The Jonesboro library board elected Artus Dillon president Alice Keller vice president Cecil Roberts secretary Elmora K Davie treasurer. Other board members are Dan Coomes R C Martin Mabel Norris Stella Lingle and Clara Bartow.
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Jonesboro
Artus Dillon
Alice Keller
Cecil Roberts
Elmora K. Davie
Dan Coomes
R. C. Martin
Mabel Norris
Stella Lingle
Clara Bartow
Past Matrons Patrons of Anna to Be Honored
Anna Star Chapter No. 522 O E S of Illinois will observe past matrons and past patrons night on Thursday Aug 18. The chapter will have all offices filled by past matrons and past patrons during the evening.
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Anna
Anna Star
Oo. E. S. of Illinois
Jewelry Among Early Iron Relics Unearthed
Archaeologists note that some of the earliest iron artifacts discovered are forms of jewelry. The finds shed light on decorative use of iron in ancient cultures.
Public notice deadline stated for superintendent’s office
Not later than August 15, the deadline applies in the superintendent’s office from 1 to 4 PM.
Anna Hospital Progress 25 Percent Complete
Anna city hospital under construction is appraised 25 percent complete by state and federal inspectors. Applications have been made to Illinois and the United States for funds to complete the facility, with expected operation in the fall.
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Anna City Hospital
Illinois
United States
Estimated plant extinction risk without bee pollination
A scientist warns that without bees up to 100000 plant species could virtually disappear, highlighting the integral role of pollinators in ecosystems and food production.
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Peach Betty
Kirsch
Sunaire
FURN
Mlinois
Greyhound
Bloomington
Ind
Jonesboro Library Unit
Northllinois Ave
Washington
Tom McField
Carbondale
Weller
Main ST
Reddy
Dipsco
Rae
Central Illinois Public Service Company
Anna Hospital
Pasi
City Delivery
South Illinois
Charis
Madge Cox
Corsetiere
Jeanne Madeleine Crain
Laredo
Technicolor
William Holden
William Bendix
MacDonald Carey
Mona Freeman
Clem Bevins
L. H. Paul
W. Sycamore
South Illinois Ave
Nauman Studio
Bond
Bill’s Liquor Store
N. Washington
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