Circus Notes and Fiscal Fumes Lettered Editorial Mix
A July 20, 1948 editorial collage contrasts circus anecdotes with political critique. It mocks punctuality and spectacle, cites U S government employment figures and Byrd on trimming costs, and warns against reliance on federal “manna” while praising capitalism’s incentive and warning against totalitarianism. The Atlantic News-Telegraph notes a campaign manager’s stubborn optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Industrial News Review
Atlantic News-Telegraph
Ramblings and Remnants on the Baking Industry Growth
Publicity notes show 1948 will see 30 000 bakeries converting nearly a billion dollars of farm products into bread pies and cakes. The industry is a major consumer of sugar wheat and eggs and bakes around forty million loaves daily. Baking evolved in the last 50 years from home to bakery dominance and remains the world’s oldest manufacturing occupation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Fern
Washington
America
United States
Summer Drownings Rise as July Brings Heat
The article warns that warmer weather increases accident risk and drownings as people venture outdoors. It notes drownings tend to start in early summer before swimmers gain experience and cautions first-time swimmers face higher danger than those later in the season.
Heat dangers rise as summer arrives for children
Excessive heat injuries begin, with sunstroke and heat prostration common each year. Traffic deaths for youngsters rise as warmer months bring outdoor play. Parents are urged to supervise and curb street play while drivers exercise caution in residential areas.
Safety tips for babysitters and pedestrians
The text advises provide contact numbers for emergencies and neighbors, secure doors, and avoid unknown callers. It also warns pedestrians to cross only at intersections and cautions about medication safety and poison bottles, urging safe behavior to prevent accidents and fatalities.
Bessemer Process Described as Oldest Yet Spectacular
The article explains the Bessemer process as a longstanding method in steel making where air blasts through molten iron oxidizing carbon and silicon. Modern converters can produce about 25 tons of steel in a single blow within minutes.
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Bessemer
Tractor air cleaner care helps tractors run longer
Farmers should clean the air cleaner and replace the air filter daily or twice under dusty conditions. This simple maintenance removes dust before it reaches the engine and saves money on repair bills.
1923 Collier and Harmon trophies awarded for night flying
Pilots and personnel of the division of air mail service received the Collier trophy for showing the practicability of night flying and the Harmon trophy for research and development of night flying in 1923.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Division of Air Mail Service
Harmon
Community notes mix of youth activity and local oddities
Column highlights Joan Salter joining the Y pool in June with sister and a friend, naming her a “star” girl. It wraps with a goat sighting near East Main Street, a radio sports program change for John Freshwater at KOKX in Keokuk, and a light moral about busy households and possible hobbies as a remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Freshwater
KOKX
Keokuk
John Parker
Rabbit's foot superstition questioned by evidence
The speaker doubts the common belief that a single rabbit's foot brings luck to the bearer. They note that many people think one charm guarantees fortune, yet present evidence challenging that notion.
Opal Stransky New Operator at Riverside Exchange
Riverside Iowa July 17 Mrs Opal Stransky of Riverside becomes the new operator at the Iowa Illinois Telephone exchange succeeding Mrs Opal Kern who has resigned. The page also notes visiting friends and relatives in Riverside from Kinross Iowa City Paso Texas Tiffin St Louis Parkston Green Hills and Lone Tree with various family gatherings and a pre nuptial shower attended by Arlene Lorack.
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Riverside
Opal Stransky
Iowa- Illinois Telephone Exchange
Opal Kern
Frances Fisher
Kinross
Genevieve Droll
Melvin Bones
Jeanne
Norman Sage
Linda
Katherine
Iowa City
Paul Quinlan
Phyllid Ann
Fl Paso
Texas
Donald Quinlan
Mary Lou
Tiffin
Gertrude Quinlan
Homer Curry
William Krotz
Wilbur
Evelyn
Walter
Anna Krotz
Norma Heck
Cooney
Tan Maxwell
Parkston
South Dakota
Jesse Bopp
Harold
Near Hills
Lena Bopp
Chester Bone
Verla Bone
Green
Iowa
Melvin Bone
Baldpate Inn Displays 10000 Keys From Guests Worldwide
At the Baldpate Inn in Estes Park Colorado a large room walls and ceiling hold more than 10000 keys from former guests and from around the world. The display is tied to the inn's Seven Keys to Baldpate inspiration and remains a historic curiosity.
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Baldpate
Estes Park
Colo
Earl Derr Biggers
Notice of Probate for A B Orris Will in Washington Iowa
Iowa Washington County District Court fixed hearing at 9:00 A M July 26 1948 on probate of the last will of A B Orris deceased dated June 4 1926. Interested parties must appear to show cause why the instrument should or should not be probated. Clerk R R Noonan presiding.
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A. B. Orris
Court House
Washington
Iowa
District Court
R. R. Noonan
Lawa
Proceedings of Board of Supervisors on July 12 1948
The Board of Supervisors met on Monday July 12 1948 in session to conduct official business. Officials discussed routine matters and approved motions presented during the proceedings.
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Board OF Supervisors
Proceedings of Board of Supervisors on Tuesday July 033 1948
The board convened with members present. Homestead credit applications numbers 1475 to 2574 were allowed except 2001 2212 223 and LER. Discussion and actions recorded by the Auditor.
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Board OF Supervisors
Homestead
Homestead Credit
Proceedings of Board of Supervisors July 14 1948
Local board minutes record the proceedings of the Board of Supervisors on Wednesday July 14 1948 Vouchers and credit applications are noted including item 2575 and related approvals or actions. The record focuses on administrative formalities and financial authorizations for the period.
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Board OF Supervisors
County Assembly Adjourns Based on Attest Authority
The record notes that all items from SSSG inclusive were allowed except numbers 2644 2785 2994 and 499 and 3786. Adjourned subject to call Attest by Fred Bourgeois. County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Fulton
Board of Supervisors
Fred Bourgeois
SSSG
Board Proceedings Vacate Road in Franklin Township
On Thursday July 15 1948 the Board with Supervisors Fulton Morrow and Welte present adopted a resolution vacating a road on the west side of Section 29 in Franklin Township. The semiannual report for E D Rayburn J P ending June was approved. Cigarette permits were granted upon proper bond to James Swailes Highland Township and Sparks General Store Rubio.
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Fulton
Morrow and Welte
Franklin Township
E. D. Rayburn
J. P
James Swailes
Highland Twp
Sparks General Store
Rubio
Clarence Fulton
Board of Supervisors
Fred Bourgeois
Postwar Mines Claim 270 Major Vessels Worldwide
Since the end of World War II, 270 large ships have struck mines in waters around former combat zones, reflecting ongoing naval mine hazards and unresolved minefield remnants that threaten maritime traffic and safety.
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Matt
U. S. Military Department
Harry F. Byrd
Virginia Democrat
Utah
Bruce Cowden
Bessemer Process
Tractor Care
Collier Trophy
East Main Street
Lamb’s Quarter
Trudy
Ann
Ann Howe
Meebe
All In
Ladies Busy Fingers and Home-Makers Society
Dixie Dugan
San BiLl
Eimeooe
Fanty Tales
By McEvoy
Striebel
Estelle Cruz
Xyz
Truman
John J. Pershing
A.E.F
Arlington National Cemetery
International Soundphoto
Wele
State OF
Washington County
Eclipse Lumber Company
Washington, Iowa
Ainsworth
Kalona
Columbus Junction
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