Seed corn was urged to farmers during Seed Corn Week
The State Council of Defense urged farmers to select and store seed corn to avoid last year’s shortage. Circulation of 250000 circulars targets Illinois regions from September 15 to October 2. Instructions include choosing medium sized ears that are well dented, avoiding overripe points, and storing with good air circulation to prevent heating or mould.
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State Council of Defense
Ilinois
State Council
Food Production and Conservation Committee
Exhibits Highlight county fair school life and pioneer memories
A county fair display features school building photos past and present, letters from former pupils and teachers, and a pioneer home study. Drawings by W. D. Lawler of Chicago draw interest from former pupils and friends amid doll displays of historic customs. Bureau girls join the workforce on the Rock Island railroad section earning three dollars daily, proving capable and proud to support the war effort.
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W. D. Lawler
Chicago
Rock Island Railroad
Bureau
Grier Hotel
Rock Island
J. L. Jensen
Anna Klapper
Hazel Knudson
Lorene Knudson
J. L. Jensent
War Teaches Thrift Value in Hard Times
Former U.S. ambassador argues war proves thrift matters for all Americans. He urges simple living, prudent spending, and saving to support troops overseas, warning waste now risks the nation's future and purchasing power. Back the president and endure sacrifice.
Exhibit of letters and pictures from notable Illinois figures
Letters from Francis G. Blair Illinois State Superintendent of Public Instruction and former Malden teacher, and Don Marquis humorist from New York City, who was rear ed in Walnut and taught at White School in Greenville Township. The exhib it will be re displayed in the old post office rooms of the American House Block.
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Francis G. Blair
Two Peru Saloon Doors Close Permanently
Two Peru saloonkeepers announce closing due to adverse business conditions. John Frederickson’s Stone Jug Bar on Fourth Street and W. J. Tieman’s saloon on Peoria Street say they have operated at a loss for some time. They cite reduced patronage from soldiers in the army as a key factor affecting the trade.
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Peru
John Frederickson
Fourth Street
W. J. Tieman
Peoria Street
Free Tuition for Non-Resident Students in Bureau County
The Board of Education of the Non-High School District pays tuition for all eighth grade and higher graduates residing in the district who attend any recognized high school. Non-resident districts are not required to cover the tuition for pupils attending other schools, provided enrollment and attendance meet conditions. High school principals should help non-resident students file duplicate applications with the principal and Geo. O. Smith, Secretary of the Non-High School Board. Parents and teachers should be informed. this law mirrors last year’s.
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Bureau County
Board of Education
Geo. O. Smith
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Rock Island Line
Uncle Sam
James W. Gerard
Germany
America
Treasury
Spring Valley City Bank
J. C. Sitterly
Wayne Hummer
Chas. W. Knapp
L. H. Luther
Asst
Frederickson and Tiernan Saloons
DR. Olmsted
Bentist
Castoria
Copii
Essenkay
Essenmhay
Globe Land Company
Louis de Filippi
Spring Valley, Ill
Colorado
Rocky Mountain National - Estes Yellowstone National Park
Glacier National Park
National Parks and Monuments
Black Hills
Buffalo Bill Country
Big Horn Mountains
North Pacific Coast
California
G. W. Jackson
Heirestone
FORD
Warnock & Davis Garage
Greenwood
Erie
gValley
Linois
Lemmon
Marquette St
la Salle, Illinois
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