Dr and Mrs Lloyd endure crash on way to New Orleans
The Lloyd family car was struck by a drunken driver en route to New Orleans just before Christmas. Despite the wreck they pressed on, continuing their journey. Also noted are Mrs Speidel’s successful poinsettia and orchid display, Joe Wright’s improving hospital treatment, January move plans for Verne and Mrs Pangborn, Jim White’s fifty year honors, and health updates on Mrs Matueha and Mrs Johnson who died.
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N. M. Speidel
Archer Speidel
Honolulu
Dutch Files Demands for Territorial Adjustments and Reparations
The Netherlands seeks territorial changes and financial reparations from Germany. Ambassador Dr. A Loudon reviews a map in Washington showing a narrow border strip about 700 square miles with roughly 120000 people. The demands involve the United States Great Britain Russia and France.
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Netherlands
Germany
U. S
Great Britain
Russia
France
A. Loudon
Washington
Frozen Beef Thaw Methods Show Little Taste Difference
Iowa Experiment Station tests indicate minimal taste difference in cooked beef thawed by different methods after removal from the locker. Results suggest choice of thaw method may not affect flavor appreciably.
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Iowa Experiment Station
Soldier consumes far more meat than civilian group
The soldier eats 273 pounds of meat poultry and fish per year while the top civilian group consumes 173 pounds.
Immortals Body Carrie Jacobs Bond To Be Interred In Glendale
Carrie Jacobs Bond famed composer and poet who died in Hollywood at 84 will be entombed in a mausoleum reserved for American immortals at Glendale California. Bond's best known songs include The End of a Perfect Day and I Love You Truly.
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Carrie Jacobs Bond
Hollywood
Glendale
Cal
U S Direct Investments in Asia Near End of 1940
United States direct investments in Asia at the end of 1940 totaled about 422 million dollars, roughly six percent of total U S investments abroad. It includes all U S holdings in foreign companies controlled by U S domiciled entities or those with a major role in management.
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United States
Asia
Thawing Frozen Vegetables Guide
Most frozen vegetables can be cooked without thawing. Peas corn green beans and lima beans fall apart quickly once started. no thawing needed. Greens and asparagus cook more evenly if thawed just enough to separate leaves or stalks.
Opening Sunday at State Reelfoot Lake
Reelfoot Lake in Tennessee is featured with a focus on earthquake formed terrain and historic seismic activity related to the 1811 event. The piece notes mood and regional interest tied to state landmarks.
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Reelfoot Lake
Tennessee
Rat Waste and Grain Loss in Rats Feeding
A rat requires 50 pounds of grain yearly and wastes 50 to 100 pounds by contaminating or spoiling grain. Such damage lowers grain market grade as animals refuse feed polluted by rats.
Pressure Saucepan Gains Flavor and Color Retention
Many people favor cooking with a pressure saucepan as flavors and aromas stay sealed inside. Shorter cooking times help preserve color and appearance of certain foods.
Pullman Credits Colorado Camp Bunks for Inspiration
George M. Pullman, inventor of the sleeping car, said his idea came from double deck bunks used in Colorado mining camps during the gold rush. He described how the compact vertical beds inspired practical rail designs.
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George M. Pullman
Colorado
Plant investment focused on replacements in 1931 to 1940
The decade 1931 1940 saw more than 90 percent of business plant and equipment investment directed to replacement rather than expansion. This indicates subdued growth and emphasis on maintaining existing capacity.
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