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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1951
Page
7
Iowa in 1950 shows modest gains: births rose to about 63,577 with infant mortality below the national average, 477,720 school children, more bus riders and hot lunches, 26,732 marriage licenses, 5,195 divorces, unemployment down, average weekly pay up to 59.26 dollars, 1,193,000 vehicle registrations, and continued farm mechanization led by tractors.
The 1950 Iowa life expectancy averaged nearly 72 years, about two years longer than those who died in 1940. Iowans now enjoy two and a half to three years longer life than residents in 44 other states and above the national average.
The guidance states white garments wash best at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. A temperature range of 140 to 145 degrees Fahrenheit is noted to clean even better, emphasizing hot water for whiteness and stain removal.
Advice on choosing fruit that provides key nutrients fits meal plans and delivers value. Emphasizes selecting items that maximize nutrition while saving money during grocery shopping.
A brief note discusses how hot lunches contribute to pupils health and well being, highlighting midday meals's role in nourishment and energy for school activities.
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