Regional Weekly Paper Details Subscriptions and Territory
Publication notes weekly issue is mailed from the Post Office in 4a Tow a with coverage across a wide territory. Subscription rates are 2.00 yearly in advance in Porgy and Titonka area, 2.50 outside Koosuth County, 3.00 to Canada and abroad, 2.00 for armed services members. Subscriptions within county and Titonka territory continue unless canceled by subscriber or publisher.
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Porgy County
Titonka
Koosuth
Canada
Clothing supplies continue to meet civilian needs
Civilian textile output faces bottlenecks from manpower and machinery shortages as production prioritizes essential military and industrial goods. Elizabeth Peterson of Iowa State College notes increased fabric allocations for liberated Europe, with children’s garments now deemed essential. Rayon remains tight, shoe supplies shrink, and unlined suits may appear next spring.
Vaccination Urged Against Cholera and Typhoid in Poultry
An Iowa article notes cholera and typhoid as the winter poultry threats, often co occurring and hard to distinguish. Sanitation helps but vaccinated bacterias offer protection, with New York and Kansas studies showing practical, economical results. In badly infected flocks, vaccination twice yearly is advised for protection ahead of outbreaks.
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New York
Kansas State
Farm Hen Lays Egg Shapes Resembling Footballs
A Richmann farm hen near Waverly lays regular small eggs that resemble footballs in shell seams and stitch marks. The cross of Black Minorca Leghorn and Rock breeds results in eggs with footballlike shells, though not suitable for actual practice.
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Waverly
Titanics to Run Weekly Monday and Thursday
A local schedule announces recurring screenings of We will be ly Titanics every Monday and Thursday providing regular showings for patrons.
Wartime ration details for HABLS and vehicle tires
Local notice lists wartime ration adjustments including Class A through D inspections through early 1944, tire, gasoline, sugar, stamps, and green stamp validity. It notes periods through February and March 1944, with coupons, license markings, and eligibility for household members.
Exira Chief Operator Mrs Willis Retires After 41 Years
On December 31 Mrs Ola Willis of Exira retired as chief operator of the town telephone system after 41 years in service. She began work in Council Bluffs after high school, spent ten years there, then moved to Exira and will continue living in her long-time telephone office rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ola Willis
Exira
Council Bluffs
Willis
All-Pullet Flock Plan Reduces Loss and Conserves Food
Iowa farm flock owners are urged to adopt the all-pullet plan as a wartime savings measure. W R B Whitefield of Iowa State College ext poultryman says reducing losses saves feed and meat, with steps including healthy chicks, summer care, fall pullet housing, and strict cleanliness. Properly managed flocks avoid common diseases and pests, and are not exposed to diseased birds.
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Iowa
W. R B. Whitefield
Iowa State College Extension Poultryman
Gun Found in Coal Bin at Waverly Garage
A .20 caliber pistol was found by a mechanic in a Waverly garage while shoveling coal. The weapon lay on the coal bin floor and appears to have been there for some time. No source or origin is known, but the gun is in good condition.
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John Flueck
LeMars
Flueck
Waverly
W. J. Denton
Wayne Ringer
Titania
Britt
Mr. Ringer
Titonka
Woden
Wesley
Titanka
Well-Cared-For Plants Least Indect-Bothered
Good culture and prevention are the easiest methods for controlling meat houge plant insect troubles, according to L Grove, Town State College extension horticulturist. Plants grown under poor light, temperature, humidity, and watering are more prone to pests than those under irrigation. No newly infested plant should be placed with clean plants until cleaned up. A magnifying glass helps detect insects. Ideal potato storage is 87 to 40 degrees. MIMEOGRAPH PAPER at the Topic Offices.
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L. ©. Grove
Town State College Extension
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R. T. Baird
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Des Moines
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L. A. Winkel Attorney-at-Law
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van Ness and
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Quarton and Miller County Savings Bank Bldg
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W. L. Tindall
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Theds Beat
Oklahoma
James Cagney
Humphrey Bogart
Princess O’rourke
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Robert Cummings
Chester Morris
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Northern Distributing Co
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