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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1943
Page
6
The article explains underground water varieties in Illinois including connate salt waters trapped in ancient rock layers. It notes connate waters influence petroleum accumulation in pay zones and contrasts them with younger fresh waters drawn from deep wells in northern Illinois that have flushed out older connate waters.
At the Baby Chick Convention last week speakers warned there are more chickens in the country than can be fed yet also noted that for every hundred pounds of chick starter bought a fraction remains unsold or wasted, signaling supply and demand tensions.
The speaker questions food waste in wartime and urges action to stop losses in poultry and pork. He cites 110 million hens at risk and 20 percent feed waste, warning waste could hinder the war effort and urging reforms in husbandry and feeding practices. The dialogue shifts to a light exchange at the end.
Guidance on assembling a balanced packed lunch using the Basic 7 foods. Emphasizes planning around other meals, varied breads and fillings, keeping spreads moist but not soggy, wrapping greens separately, and including leftovers, hot thermos items, and desserts. Recommends overnight refrigeration if prepared the night before.
An extended roundup covers Ervin E. Musk and Harold Voss entering or rejoining military service, local moves, teaching staff changes, new births, illnesses, and travel. It lists residents serving in the armed forces and solicits corrections for a township honor roll, noting community ties to Fulton and surrounding towns.
A long roster lists names and ranks of U S service members across branches including Army Navy and Air Force with many individuals by last name and rank such as Corporal Harold Ashpole Captain Robert Demaree and Seaman Dwight Atherton. The compilation covers Army Navy Coast Guard and WAVES personnel with varied units and statuses.
A collection of home cooking notes outlining potato dumplings with bacon and onion gravy, a sour cream raisin pie with nutmeg and cinnamon, a chocolate spice cake, and blueberry muffins. Also includes a cryptic line about an uncle’s mind and a will not ready.
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