Uncle Sam's Oldest Soldier Observes 111th Anniversary
James A. Hard, the nation’s oldest soldier and one of four living Civil War veterans, celebrated his 111th birthday in Rochester New York. He declared he plans to "be here a good many more birthdays" as well-wishers sent cigars and cards. A cake with 111 candles was presented by the Monroe County Council of Union Veterans while a military band performed.
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Rochester, Noy
James A. Hard
Hard
Monroe County Council of Union Veterans
Reverses Procedure at Wedding Anniversary
The 56th wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Albert Steindler in Chicago UP featured a reversal of gift tradition. They mailed $1,000 checks to each of their 24 nieces and nephews, explaining they have no children of their own but are close to their siblings' families.
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Chicago
Albert Steindler
Steindlers
Chicago Livestock Market Report
Market results show hogs scarce and prices mostly steady to lower with 25 to 22.50 for 220 lb butchers, sows around 14 to 17, and lighter weights near 22.00. Sheep and cattle also moved unevenly with lambs steady to weak, ewes firm, and cattle varying by weight amid overall softening for heavier lots.
Grain Market Report with Mixed Futures Movements
The table shows mixed grain futures with corn soybeans and oats showing varied moves. Jul corn around 181 close, Sep 177, Mar 174. soybeans Jul about 40. wheat, oats and other entries listed with small shifts and approximate percentages.
President Truman Signs 1958 Foreign Aid Bill Amid Cuts
President Truman signed the $1.5 billion foreign aid and defense appropriations bill for fiscal 1958, objecting to congressional cuts in civil defense anti inflation controls and mutual security. He warned reductions in foreign aid and Asiatic funds are dangerous and cruel.
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Washington
Truman
Merv Truman
Congress
Riverside Hospital Updates Highlight Local Residents
Riverside residents at Mercy hospital report several in good condition after surgery including Mrs F W Schnoebelen Mrs George Prehoda Albert Kron and Leo Brophy Other notes cover visitors and gatherings in Riverside with Ra th family activities the Odilfells Rebekah installation Kalona trip and a twin birth at Mercy hospital weighing 7 pounds 6 ounces and 7 pounds 14 ounces One twin to remain in incubator and Robert Bushek hospitalized with infectious hepatitis.
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Mercy Hospital
F. W. Schnoebelen
George Prehoda
Albert Kron
Leo Brophy
Anna Kupka
Ave. 18
Mires
Telen Kron
Kate Inegram
Celia Lafoure
Rose Doeutremont
Elsie Foy
Dorothy Muller
Anna Younkin
Harold
Verne
Fannie Meeks
Rebekale
Kalona
Paul Gilroy
London man fined for obstruction after tackling suspect
Charles Raines of London tackled a man fleeing from a police call. A bystander with public spirit, Raines was fined 1.40 dollars for obstruction after bringing down a plainclothes officer.
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Charles Raines
London
Raines
Countries face severe economic pressure
Countries face severe economic pressure, made at a time when these conditions influenced policy and market responses across regions. The text hints at global strains and government actions amid financial turbulence.
Beardsley Gains In Iowa GOP Shakeup From Ike Nomination
Political analysis notes Ike's nomination strengthens Gov William Beardsley in Iowa. It influences state central committee races at the July 25 convention and draws new faces into party ranks, amid tensions with the central committee and shifts in leadership.
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Des Moines
IDPA
Eisenhower
Iowa
Wlliam S. Hreadsley
Beardsley
Republican National Committee
GOV State Central Committee
Robert Blue
Ike
Robert Goodwin
Central Committee
Malcolm Lomas
Robtraft
Ernest Palmer
Madison
Taft
Silk Shanting Suits and Dresses for Spring Style
Pure silk shanting offers a neat tailored look for spring and summer. Choose a suit or tailored dress in medium, navy blue, or gray from the season’s color selection.
Weekly Livestock Sales and Local Auction Listings
Livestock sales occur weekly at Midway Sales Company in Columbus Junction Iowa every Wednesday. Ollie Livestock Exchange offers Tuesday afternoon sales at 1 pm. Kalona Sales Barn in Kalona Iowa runs Thursday sales. A July 25 closing out sale of household goods is listed at 222 Washington Street for Mary and Margaret Sommers.
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Midway Sales Company
Columbus Junction
Iowa
Ollie Livestock Exchange
Kalona Sales Barn
Kalona
Washington St. Mary
Margaret Sommers
County Board of Education Budget Hearing Notice Iowa
The Washington County Iowa Board of Education will meet July 25 1952 at 8 00 P M at the Court House to hear taxpayers for or against the proposed expenditures for the 1953 fiscal year under Chapter 273 code. Lester A Krabill County Superintendent and Secretary of the Board presents amounts including 2000 12 525 for General Control Instruction Coordinate Activities Fixed Charges and Totals Board of Education Fund.
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County Board of Education
Washington County
Iowa
Court House
Code of
Board of Education
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