Highway Commission Faces Heat Over Surfacing Method
Iowa state highway commission defends resurfacing and widening with asphalt concrete, despite criticism from cement interests. The panel remains confident the new paving is best for the state as bids are opened.
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Free Treasury of Fruit Canning Freezing Recipes
Promote the 1948 edition of Finer Canned and Frozen Fruits with claims of easier canning and freezing. Highlights include a simple syrup method for better color and flavor, directions for fruits and berries, recipes for pickles relishes marmalades and preserves, and serving ideas.
Asphaltic concrete bids chosen for Iowa road resurfacing
The Iowa commissioners plan asphaltic concrete resurfacing for Floyd and Cerro Gordo counties and a Des Moines Ames link, citing lower costs and no need for detours. Projects aim to save about six thousand dollars per mile, with bids on 90 to 100 miles this year and long term use nationwide as experts note early adoption in other states.
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State of the Union claims presidential ideals in comedy drama
A Hollywood comedy drama about a presidential candidate torn between ideals and romance. Based on the Pulitzer winning play by Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse, it traces Broadway success and large theater audiences. Produced by M G M Liberty Films. Frank Capra directed and produced the film.
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Donald Barry Expands Into Talent Scout Role
Donald Barry trains a model Mary Gibbs as a talent scout and agent and plans a long learning program to tailor her acting debut while continuing his own film work. His latest part is in Republic's Madonna of the Desert at the Fox Theatre.
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Burmese New Year Water Festival Tagcoo Arrives in 1310
Burmese celebrate New Year each April with Tagoo water festival. People douse others with water using pots cups and bamboo squirt devices as part of the celebration marking the year 1310 in Burma.
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Salvino d Armati Credited With Invention Of Eyeglasses
A medieval claim from a 13th century Italian monk Salvino Armato d Ar mati is linked to the invention of spectacles. His Venice tombstone inscription proclaims him inventor of eyeglasses and asks for divine pardon.
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Birthplace of Burns at Alloaway Ayr Scotland
A thatched cottage on the outskirts of Ayr in Alloa way draws many visitors as the birthplace of Robert Burns the renowned Scottish poet. The site remains a popular attraction showcasing the poet’s early home and heritage.
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