Newton Osteopath Jailed for Contempt in Support Case
Dr. E. Lyke aged 59 of Newton was jailed 30 days after failing to appear in court to answer contempt charges tied to overdue support payments. Judge Patterson had ordered compliance with a January 1939 maintenance decree, with Mrs Lyke alleging total arrears of 5445 dollars at 75 dollars monthly.
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Newton
E. Lyke
Newton Osteopath
J. G. Patterson
Lyke
Elizabeth
Bond Posted In Waverly Pinball Gambling Case
Mrs. A F Reinhart of Waterloo Iowa posted a 100 cash bond in Mayor H H McDaniel s court awaiting a Bremer county district court hearing on illegal possession of gambling devices. The charge stems from a Monday crash on highway 2178 three miles south of Waverly involving a truck carrying pinball and slot machines and an automobile.
Chicago as World’s Great Railroad Center
Chicago Illinois stands as the world’s great railroad center with 21 class 1 railroads and 14 switching firms. The network handles over two thirds of U S railway mileage and more than half of locomotives and cars while operating over half of passenger, freight, express and mail service. About 8,000 miles of track lie in the terminal district with 3 000 to 4 000 trains entering or leaving daily.
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Chicago
Ill
United States
Chicago Terminal
City
Municipal employee unions report activity in 1944 year book
The report notes unions affiliated with national labor organizations organized in 102 cities with populations over 10,000 and disbanded in 51 cities during 1944. By year end the four major governmental unions held 944 locals in larger cities, while independent locals operated in 124 cities.
Yellow ocher colors olive drab in war gear production
The text explains how yellow ocher and synthetic yellow iron oxide create olive drab shades used on army vehicles helmets tents and gear. It notes camouflage coatings on cans and the role of these pigments in industry concealing factories during peak war production and warns of frequent shortages of raw materials.
Community Sale and Midway Livestock Sales Notice
Friday sales at Whittaker sale barn and Wednesday sales at Midway Sales Company Columbus Junction Iowa listed. August 11 featuring Spotted Roland China bred sow sale by Karl Kellogg and Sons Winfield Iowa.
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Whittaker
Midway Sales Company
Columbus Junction
Iowa
Karl Kellogg & Sons
Winfield
Farm sale conflict and prize pig mystery in Brownton
In Brownton a farm sale sparks a daring bid by Sara to buy the family plot while her father pushes a cash sale. Jayne the lawyer arrives, a pig pen oddity distracts from the deal, and a cider mishap seals the moment as Sara fights to keep the farm. In town Joe Adams earns a hero’s medal for saving comrades in Italy, while local boys tease his piano talent and view him as a softie until his wartime deed is revealed.
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Bender
Sarah
Jayne
Jim
Brownton
Joe
Zeke
Brownton High
Brownton Rooters
Adams
Italy
Food Fights Disease Recovery Through Nutrition
Food is valuable in sickness to help the patient fight the disease and regain strength during convalescence. The note underscores nutrition as a key element in healing and recovery.
Market Reporter Notes Firm Hog, Cattle, Sheep Prices
Hogs 4,000 head. cattle 4,000. calves 500. sheep 500. Hogs 4,500 active and steady with 14.75 ceiling for 140 lb plus barrows and gilts. sows 14.00. Cattle red steers and yearlings scarce, strong to 11.5 cents higher, top 17.80, Wealers 16.00 with few buyers. Sheep generally steady with good and choice western ewes above 8.25.
Grain and corn futures mixed in Chicago table
Chicago grain table shows July prices for corn oats rye and other grains with figures across July September December and May maturities. Marketting notes indicate varying percentages around century marks and small shifts from previous readings.
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Chicago
Means Mixture Confectionery Etymology Note
A language note traces confectionery back to Latin confectio meaning mixture or compound via French usage. The term evolved to describe sweet treats and foods prepared by combining ingredients.
Poor diet in large US areas found by survey
A recent survey shows 40 to 60 percent of diets in representative US areas were poor while only 11 to 21 percent were good. The study highlights widespread dietary inadequacy across regions and calls for improved nutrition.
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United States
Chicago Produce Market Report July 12
Chicago notes firm markets for eggs and poultry with receipts tallied at 15 677 cases and 3 cars and 10 trucks respectively. Quotes show current egg ranges around 33 5 to 40 2 per case and dirties about 32 5.
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Chicago
Downspouts Painted to Blend with Wall Color
The house painters advise using the same color on downspouts as the walls to render them inconspicuous and visually integrate the exterior.
Baby chair cleanup tip with washable slipcovers
When a child reaches the high chair stage use washable slipcovers for the chair pad to simplify cleanup after feeding. They protect the pad from spills and stains and can be quickly removed for washing.
Washable Labeling Guides Care for Garments
The note states that wash rayons are always labeled washable while dry clean all other fabrics. It emphasizes proper garment care and labeling standards for cleaning methods.
Greens Rich in Vitamin A Vitamin C and Iron
Nutritionists say the average American could eat up to half again as many green and yellow vegetables. The notes highlight greens as rich sources of vitamin A and iron.
Drafts Harmful to Flowers Say Garden Experts
Garden guidance warns drafts harm cut flowers and vases. Experts advise placing blooms in stable temperature rooms and avoiding cold drafts to prolong freshness.
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Co. L. Jennings
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Carris MI. Co
4Th Ave
Roomers
Montgomery Ward
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Koch
Charles W. Jackson
J. E. Moore
Rendezvous Ballroom
Lamansky Furniture Repair
Eod
Martin L. Whittaker
Dupont
du Pont
Eclipse Lumber Company
Call
Martin
Roy Halferty
Brighton
Edward K. Vaughan
Tifton
Virginia
Uncle Sam
By Ken Reynolds
U. S
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Roy L. Miller
ESKAY
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Hawk
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Washington Oil Company
Porter Elevator
West Chester
C. Campbell
Washington
Kurtzmann
W. 3Rd Street
Poland
China
Farrel Young
Crawfordsville
Watkins Products
R. W. Borman
South Iowa Ave
Washington County
South Iawa
C. G. Schmoeller
W. Tyler St
Vic
Miss Minnie Chance
Ernest Krantz
Wellman
Iowa Ave
Walter Pagen, Jr
R 2
Keota
Pontiac
Russell Eberle
ELKAY
Pioneer Drug
Martin’s Modern Cleaners
Farrell
Thos. H. Berdo
West Jefferson
Carl Duane Daering
Ford
Richard Hayes
Eclipse Lumber Co
L. HW. Orr Land Co
Reister's Hatchery
Bond
Waverly
Journal
George J. Breitenbach
Reister
Sarah’s
Joe Adams
Joseph W. Adams
Chicago Livestock
Orrell Auto Parts
West Madison
Washington Dairy
Wilt
Bordpwell
Bordwell's
Washington, Iowa
Auust
Town Hall
Merle Thrapp
Caloa
Jeovtitoe
Leon
Emma Lo A. Lo
Meet Moneys and Credits Co
Ie Ie Dail Oleae
CREMO
Roth Feed Store
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