Grasshopper Invasion Strikes Southwest Iowa Areas
Residents report millions of grasshoppers darkening skies over southwest Iowa with many settling in fields before migrating on. In Forest City ten year old Phillip Bartleson saved his younger brother Larry from drowning in a Minnesota lake, pulling him to safety with one hand and holding the dock with the other until help arrived. Betty Slocum of Clarinda pledges Delta Delta sorority at Simpson College, continuing a family tradition.
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Iowa
Phillip Bartleson
Forest City
Larry
Minnesota
Phillip
Betty Slocum
Clarinda
Simpson College
Robt Poindexter Plant Manager Phones 78 and 95
Plant manager Robt Poindexter is listed with two contact lines for inquiries. The notice records a business or factory contact point, noting his role and two telephone extensions 78 and 95. No further context or details are provided.
Your Eyes Deserve Regular Professional Care
An appeal to have eyes examined by a competent optometrist at regular intervals. Glasses must be fitted by careful examination to prevent eye strain and incorrect refraction. Emphasizes children’s eyesight, school performance, and avoiding cheap unground lenses offered by Dr. D. iG. Booren.
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D. Ig
Booren
Id. Ig
Chrome Cafe Promises Sanitary, Delicious Dining Experience
The Chrome Cafe stands out for careful cooking, quiet comfortable surroundings, and clean modern kitchen practices. It offers modest prices and healthful, appetizing meals, attracting locals and travelers alike. reservations can be made by calling 790-J in Algona, with Mr Waldron arranging details.
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Chrome Cafe
Modern Dry Cleaners and Tailors of Algona
Modern Dry Cleaners of Algona offers made to measure suits for men and women with guaranteed perfect fit. They advertise fur cleaning, remodeling, relining, storage, and insurance, stressing year round care and lower costs compared to replacing fur coats, with emphasis on quality, variety of fabrics, and service.
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Algona
Frank Cook Promotes Local Scrap Metal Trade in Algona
Frank Cook, owner of a scrap metal firm in Algona, urges residents to sell scrap now as government prices cap further rises. He emphasizes fair value, offers pickup for large loads, and states profits support national defense. The notice frames metal sales as patriotic and timely.
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Frank Cook
Algona
National Defense
Cook
Algona Produce Station Tops Local Poultry Market
The Algona Produce Station is a longstanding firm in the region, boosting the local poultry and egg trade and expanding farming. It pledges top market prices, full weights and measures, and a square deal, serving as a key farm seed supplier and market at the area's doorstep.
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John Dreesman
Mgr
Algona
Dreesman
Mainliner Cafe in Algona Promises Popular Lunches and Refreshments
The Mainliner Cafe in Algona offers fountain service and Swift's ice cream with many flavors, known for malted milks and delicious lunches. It emphasizes good coffee, moderate prices, high sanitation, and friendly service, inviting customers to return after a show or dance.
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Peope
Algona
Mainliner
Swift
Kohlhaas and Spilles Hardware of Algona Ad
Kohlhaas and Spilles Hardware in Algona emphasizes long standing service offering high quality merchandise at low prices. The store highlights wholesale connections to compete with larger towns and urges locals to visit and compare prices and quality.
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Algona
Kohlhaas
Spilles Hardware
Richardson Furniture Co Advertisement Emphasizes Home Focus
Local advert extols Richardson Furniture Co as the go to place for complete home furnishings. It praises wide selection from kitchen chairs to elaborate suites, design, price, and long standing service with expert guidance from Mr. Richardson.
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Richardson Furniture Co
Algona
Colwell Livestock Auction Drives Local Marketbuyers
The Colwell Livestock Auction in Algona holds weekly Tuesday sales offering a public market for buyers and sellers. Farmers can arrange stock handling by calling 398, with small selling charges and cash payments. The firm, well informed on values, provides ample space and clear stock presentation to boost prices and satisfaction.
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Colwell
Algona
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