Des Moines sword swallower touts one of a kind show
John Stevens, a Des Moines sword swallower and owner of Dr Demon's Mystic Menagerie of Miracle Mongers, leads an eight member medieval magic tent troupe. They plan a debut October 13 at SUNY Binghamton featuring sword swallowing fire eating exotic animals a witch a psychic a knife thrower and Hindu feats.
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D’anne Dodd
Drake University
Iowa Daily Press Association
Des Moines
Iowa
John Stevens
Stevens
United States
Dr. Demon's Mystic Menagerie
Miracle Mongers
Working woman wardrobe tips for fall and beyond
A working woman should plan a compact, coordinated wardrobe of interchangeable outfits to project efficiency and professionalism. Focus on quality over quantity, include separates like skirts and blouses, add a blazer, and use accessories wisely. Consider temperature flexibility, easy care fabrics, and careful shopping to manage rising costs.
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Jean Hood
Extension Home Economist
From Swiss Guard to prison guard at Western State Penitentiary
Ernie Gubser, a Western State Penitentiary guard, left the Vatican's Swiss Guard after three years protecting Pope Pius XII to pursue work in the United States. He recalls the 1964 escape thwarted from Tower No. 1, describes daily routines, and notes Bicentennial tower painting as a colorful touch in his 20 years on the job.
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Pittsburgh
UPI
Ernie Gubser
America
Gubser
Western State Penitentiary
Vatican City
Pius XII
United States
Rev Hooten attends clergy seminars in Iowa
Rev Hooten of the Ainsworth Community Church joined a clergy seminar at Wesley Wood campgrounds in Indianola on Sept 25 and 26 and an evangelism seminar at Mt Pleasant on Sept 28 and 29 led by Bishop Lance Webb. Mary Jo Koehler returned to work after two weeks at home. The Laird Jr and Joe Simpson families visited in Davenport and Moline. Gene and Padriac McCracken spent the weekend with Willard and family. Ralph Young marked his 80th birthday on Sept 29 with family at dinner.
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Duane White
James Smith
Erin
Tracy
Jamie
Language letters differ for Lapps and Norwegians
A Norwegian note states the alphabet has 29 letters while the 25,000 Lapps in northern Norway use 31 letters in their language highlighting linguistic diversity in a regional context.
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Norway
Weight watching problem for teens
A guidance piece on teen obesity, stressing family support and non judgmental attitudes. It advises gradual, varied diets, moderation, and setting short term goals with praise. Parents should reduce temptations, plan balanced meals, and avoid nagging to boost teens’ confidence in reducing weight.
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Jean Hood
Extension Home
Home Economist
Fines Beat Out on Speeding and Related Charges
On the Record reports numerous fines and outcomes including John J. Geoders Altoona paying $18 for an April 25 speeding conviction after sentencing was continued to Oct. 4. Doris J. Helfrich Kalona paid $42 on a reduced speeding charge Oct. 3. Roger A. Williams Washington had a conspiracy charge dismissed Oct. 4. Thomas J. Vincent Wellman has a reckless driving trial set for Oct. 13. Other fines include Beauchamp Washington $45 speeding Weaver Washington $25 improper turn Evans Winfield $54 speeding Miller Washington $25 failure to yield Verry Iowa City $45 speeding Johnson Washington $10 disturbing the peace Cooley Cedar Rapids $39 speeding.
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John J. Geoders
Altoona
Doris J. Helfrich
Kalona
Roger A. Williams
Washington
Thomas J. Vincent
Rural Wellman
Thomas L. Beauchamp
Milo D. Weaver
Barry W. Evans
Winfield
Duane R. Miller
Jeffrey A. Verry
Iowa City
Ernie L. Johnson
Paul E. Cooley
Cedar Rapids
Helmet rule sparks safety debate for riders
Dear Doctor column discusses bicycle helmet safety with AM S guidance advocating full face helmets with eye shields and proper strap fit. It notes motorcycles pollute more than modern cars and advises sensitive family talks to repair strained father relations, urging roundtable discussions after dinner.
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C.V
Martinsburg
F.F
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York, PA
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