County Leads in Hogs in Iowa Says Stephens at Rotary
Richard Stephens of Ainsworth president of the Washington County Farm Bureau told the Washington Rotary Club that in the year ending January 1, 1944 Washington County produced more hogs than any other Iowa county. Johnson county was second and Cedar third. He cited figures from agricultural statistician Leslie M. Carl and noted Iowa produced 12 percent of the world’s hogs with two thirds processed in state. He urged sound planning to offset rising efficiency and price swings tied to major wars.
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Washington Rotary Club
Richard Stephens
Ainsworth
Washington County Farm Bureau
Iowa
Johnson County
Stephens
Cedar County
Leslie M. Carl
Mr. Stephens
Mr. Stephen
Dean's Cafe in Kalona to Liquidate After 20 Years
After two decades in Kalona Dean's Cafe owned by Ernest Dean and daughter Hazel closes this week and will auction all restaurant fixtures and stocks on Monday August 7. The business began as a bakery and candy kitchen then added the cafe to cope with large chain bakeries. it will liquidate due to mounting workload and need for competent help.
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Kalona
Kaona
Dean's Cafe
Ernest Dean
Hazel
Dean's
Public Health Service Urged to Lead Unified Medical Effort
In a discussion on federal health policy the Public Health Service is urged to grant support for medical research, boost funding to states, and create a national tuberculosis program. The piece stresses government coordination with public and private bodies without imposing a national medical monopoly. An offhand bus depot remark from Wichita, Kansas is noted.
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Unites States Public Health Service
United States
Public Health Service
United States Public Health Service
Wichita
Kas
Kalona Faces Loss of Regular Restaurant Service
The community may lose day and night dining options as the schedule shifts away from established hours. If changes persist Kalona could be left without regular restaurant services affecting residents and visitors seeking meals.
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Kalona
Hunters and anglers paid $23.6 million in 1948 licenses
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service figures show sixteen million hunters and anglers licensed for the year ended June 30 1948. Duck stamp sales reached 1 389 000 at one dollar each. Pennsylvania led hunting license value with 1 400 000, Michigan 1 161 000, Iowa 200 000. In fishing licenses California topped at 871 000, Minnesota 788 000, Iowa 194 000. Hunters and fishermen were nearly equal in number with 8 091 000 hunters and 8 028 000 fishermen licensed.
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U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Pennsylvania
Michigan
Iowa
California
Minnesota
Fish and Wildlife Service
Oskaloosa Herald
Roosevelt Vote in 1940 Absence by State Decline
A Walnut township farmer lists states where Roosevelt drew fewer votes in 1940 than in 1936. States include California Colorado Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Minnesota Missouri Montana Nebraska New Jersey New Mexico Maryland North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina South Dakota West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming. Willkie’s total national loss 233207, with a net gain over London 5626172, per Fairfield Ledger.
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Roosevelt
California
Colorado
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Minnesota
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
Maryland
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
South Dakota
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Willkie
Londonia
Georgia
Maine
Mississippi
Vermont
London
Fairfield Ledger
Pratt brothers discuss business in theater lobby
In the State Theater lobby the Pratt brothers talked quietly. Ralph Pratt reportedly said he did not have any shorts for Dr. Wassell yet, a remark noted by an observer in the crowded corridor.
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V.O.L
State Theater
Pratt Brothers
Ralph Pratt
L Welieve
Dr. Wassell
Regular Fellow The Lunatic Welcome to New Superintendent
A new private lunatic asylum superintendent chats with an inmate who praises the change. The inmate says he and others prefer him because he seems more like one of them. The exchange unfolds during a grounds walk weeks after the appointment.
Jokes From Army Mess and Bus Stop Chat
Brief scenes of World War II era humor with soldiers K P discussions and comic quips. A Pullman porter and a dentist exchange lines, a young girl’s defense work claim, and a hobo’s food joke illustrate everyday wartime life and street humor.
Minister Praises Fat Juicy Bird in Loud Sermon
A minister loudly lauded a fat juicy bird during a public talk, praising its savor and abundance. The speech drew attention from attendees and sparked debate over culinary symbolism in religious discourse.
Goose at dinner sparks a preacher host remark
A colored host serves dinner and questions the quality of the guest’s goose. The guest asks about its source, and the host replies humorously that when you preach a good sermon you should not ask what you got it for hoping the preacher will show similar courtesy.
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Pahson
Preferred Position editor clash over reprint
A politician insults a newspaper editor for publishing a report that he resigned as city treasurer. The editor defends the exact text and points to the column placement under Public Improvements.
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Public Improvements
Gary Cooper in The Story of Dr. Wassell at State Theatre
Gary Cooper portrays Commander Corydon Wassell in Paramounts Technicolor drama The Story of Dr Wassell. The Arkansas doctor famed for rescuing nine sailors from Java inspires Cecil B DeMilles film with Roosevelt praising the act. Cooper jokes about his Academy Award and earns praise for sincerity and authority from DeMille.
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Gary Cooper
Paramount
Dr. Wassell
Mr. Cooper
Commander Corydon M. Wassell
Gary
Cecil B. DeMille
Cooper
Arkansas
Java
Roosevelt
DeMille
Actor Masters Subtle Technique Through Experience
A performer describes learning a nuanced acting technique by hands on work. He emphasizes daily practice and gradual mastery, noting the skill now defines his craft and elevates his stage presence. The quote highlights confidence and professional growth from practical rehearsal.
Here We Go Again stars Bergen McCarthy and Fibber McGee cast
The film unites Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy with Fibber McGee and Molly along with Harold Peary Ginny Simms Ray Noble Bill Thompson and Mortimer Snerd playing themselves at an outdoor mountain resort. Elsa Lanchester headlines Passport to Destiny a second RKO feature on the bill.
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RKO Radio
Edgar Bergen
Charlie McCarthy
Fibber McGee and Molly
Harold Peary
Great Gildersleeve
Ginny Simms
Bird of Pictures
the Airways
Ray Noble
Bill Thompson
Mortimer Snerd
Elsa Lanchester
Riverside social and family visits span Iowa trip
Mrs. Melvin Bone and uncle R. A. Knittel attended a birthday celebration in Iowa City for Carson Sweeting and his daughter Karen. Cedar Rapids and Davenport travelers, Ottumwa residents, and Centerville visitors also called Riverside home, visiting relatives and friends during a busy social weekend.
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Riverside
Melvin Bone
R. A. Knittel
Iowa City
Inlaw
Carson Sweeting
Sweeting
Karen
Donald Riley
Ottumwa
Loretta
Marycrest College
Davenport
Riley
Ralph Parcel
Centerville
F. V. Skubal
Robert McConacey
Kansas City
Clarke Evans
William Stratton
Dautremont Family Homenote Mentioned
The item notes the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. V. Dautremont, and references other relatives in the vicinity.
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Mrs. C. V. Dautremont
Dayton Grove News Highlights From Aug 5
Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Mumper of Brighton visited Sunday afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Moore. So and Sew club picnic set for Aug. 10 at Sunset park. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Moore dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. T. O. Nicholson of Wellman. Local farmers finished threshing and combining.
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Dayton Grove
C. E. Mumper
Brighton
J. B. Moore
Sunset Park
T. O. Nicholson
Wellman
Synthetic Lacquer Norelac Promises Cheaper Coatings
Norelac is a new synthetic lacquer based on soybeans that could beat current coatings for papers films and foils. It aims to lower costs and enhance heat sealing laminating and protective dip-coatings across industries.
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ATT Travel
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