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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1948
Page
7
Billiard Tournaments Span US Century-Old History
The article notes billiard tournaments in the United States have a history exceeding a hundred years, reflecting long standing competitive play and organized events across the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Freight rates reshape poultry markets and production patterns
A Frank Priebe WeeKey letter notes higher freight costs shift where eggs and turkeys are produced and sold. From Yakima to New York the car fare rose to 1755 dollars plus taxes, pushing producers toward regionalization as shipping costs erode cross country flows and adjust prices and sourcing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yakima
Wash
New York City
Middle West
California
Kansas
New York
Evil
Duck Superstitions and Odd Health Customs
The text notes Cato’s love for ducks and his belief ducks keep families healthy with duck flesh as a remedy. It also cites ancient Scotland a fever could be cured if a sick person slept with a goose or duck. A paper matchbook is slipped inside cigarette packaging to prevent dampness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cato
Scotland
Cool Off the Cowl Paint Plan Aims to Ease Heat in Cars
American railroads propose painting tops and ends of stock cars with aluminum paint to cut interior temperatures by 5 to 10 degrees. Heavier live stock would lose less weight on the trip to market, boosting shipper returns. For stair design, rise is set near seven inches and run about eleven inches to aid climbing.
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