Strikes Threaten Wage Stabilization Plans Across Packers
Thousands of workers were laid off at packing plants nationwide as cattle and hog shipments fell to historic lows. Meat industry spokesmen warned the reduced supply will hit consumers next week, with housewives likely lining up at neighborhood grocery stores. At 12 major stockyards this week 70 600 cattle 29 000 calves 15 000 hogs and 115 000 sheep and lambs were received, the lowest on record. last week totals were 272 000 cattle 55 000 calves 170 000 hogs and 166 000 sheep and lambs. John Morrell & Co officials said livestock receipts uncertainty could force day to day plant operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Department of Agriculture
Ottumwa
Iowa
John Morrell & Co
Emloyes
Cfucials
Dairy Prices Seen Rising in Months Ahead
An OPA economist told house wives to expect higher dairy products eggs and clothing as seasonal supply declines push up prices. Meat will fall from price controls then rebound under new rules, while cotton apparel and wool and rayon clothing costs rise due to OPA actions. Sugar retail prices are also expected to rise by about a penny a pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
OPA
Life Term For Heirens In Chicago Case
The United Press reports that two months earlier details of a deal between prosecution and defense led to William Heirens receiving a life sentence yesterday in Chicago. The agreement reportedly shaped the punishment as the rest of his life in prison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United Press
William Heirens
Plowing Match At Knoxville Sept 21
The fourth annual WHO corn belt plowing match and soil conservation field day near Knoxville Iowa on September 21 will celebrate Iowa Centennial with a parade old-time farm equipment demonstrations and a centennial village. More than 25 000 visitors are expected to witness displays and plowing competition with SK contestants from five states vying for 1000 dollars in prizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knoxville
Iowa
WHO
Cyril Reese
Iowa Localities Hit by Heavy Rain and Flooding
Torrential rains drenched parts of Iowa with Northwood reporting 5.99 inches and several towns seeing 4 inches. Water damage hit livestock facilities and two fairs faced tent losses. Wapsipinicon river rose 15 feet near Riceville while several utility and farm buildings were struck by lightning and damaged. Local reports cite widespread property losses and weather-related disruptions across multiple counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Northwood
Deveral
Waterloo
Atlantic
Iowa Falls
Chardles City
Riceville
Wapsipinicon
Spencer
Clay County
Allamakee County
Jasper County
Pioneer Hybrid Seed Company
Pool Schedule Change for YWCA Members
The fall pool schedule for YWCA members starts today with women and girls allowed Tuesday and Friday use. On those days the pool is open for school girls from 4 to 6 pm and for high school girls and older from 7 to 8:30 pm. The YWCA extends a cordial invitation to members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.W.C.A
Y. W
Iowa Sets Live Hog Ceiling Prices in Four State Area
Des Moines Sept 6 the Iowa district office of price administration announced live hog ceiling prices for a four state area. Prices range from 15.60 to 16.00 per cwt across interior markets with a 1.25 increase at interior points. Transportation costs for seller or buyer are deducted per miles and weight. Counties covered include Cedar Davis Des Moines Henry Iowa Jefferson Johnson Keokuk Lee Linn Louisa Mahaska Muscatine Poweshiek Scott Van Buren Wapello Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Office of Price Administra
OPA
Secretary of Agriculture
Cedar
Davis
Henry
Jefferson
Johnson
Keokuk, Lee, Linn
Louisa
Mahaska
Muscatine
Poweshiek
Scott
van Beren
Wapello
Wastington
Women’s Club Expands Swimming Privileges and Classes
The notice invites new teachers and business and professional women to join the organization and enjoy swimming privileges. As the season progresses, gymnasium classes will be offered for schoolgirls and young women.
New Retail Ceilings on Meat Listed
The OVA announced new retail meat ceilings averaging 34 cents per pound higher than June prices. New ceilings take effect Tuesday delaying posters to butchers. Beef, pork, lard, veal and sausages see rises with AA and A grade beef leading increases. Prices in New York and San Francisco sit higher than Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
OVA Today
OPA
Chicago
New York
San San Francisco
Secretary of Agriculture
Clinton P. Anderson
Iowa State Plans for Many Students
Ames Iowa Sept 6 The largest group of students in Iowa State College history will begin indoctrination Sept 1 Freshman day is Sept 18 and from Sept 18 to 2 new students will receive physical examinations and placement tests Men who enrolled may register Sept 21 and others Sept 23 on campus Enrollees at the Damn Dodge Annex will register Sept 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ames
Iowa
Iowa State College
Dodge
I S U Employees Convene for Office Meeting
The fourth of twelve customer relations meetings sponsored by Iowa Southern Utilities was held at the local office with about 45 attendees from Keota Imon Brighton Richland and other company offices. Pam Gray led the program featuring a film The story We Have to Tell followed by a general discussion on employee issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Southern Utilities Company
Keota
Iman
Brighton
Richland
Pland
Pam Gray
Gray
Esther Sears
Centerville
Full Scale Civil War Fears in India Rise
Premier Suhrawardy of Bengal warned of a possible full scale Hindu Muslim conflict across India. He described the situation as ghastly and opposed to British policy and the All India Congress while considering Moslem League participation in a new interim government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bombay
India
S. Suhrawardy
Bengal
United Press
Suhrawardy
Calcutta
Mohammed Aii Jinnah
All-India Congress Party
Fall Festival Buttons Go On Sale To Advertise Event
Washington business men plan a Monday sale of Centenniery buttons to fund the fall festival. I K Pence chairs with Don Shepherd and Max Slaughter. 1000 red and white two inch buttons will be sold for one dollar to shops, plants, professionals, and the public to raise funds and promote interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Howe
Rent
Call Festival Committee
Pence
I. K. Pence
Gamble
Don Shepherd
Max Slaughter
Sioux City Man Sues Mother-in-Law for 25000
Michael J. Merten, a Sioux City salesman, files a 25000 damage suit against his mother-in-law, Mrs. Martha North, accusing her of influencing his wife to leave him by criticizing his conduct, religion, and sales ability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sioux City
Iowa
Michael J. Merten
Martha North
Merten
Nevin
Legend of Lighthorse Lee and Washington Motto Origin
The quote attributed to General Lighthorse Harry Lee praises George Washington as "first in war, first in peace and first in the hearts of his countrymen." The remark highlights Washingtons enduring stature in American memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry” Lee
George Washington
New York Parties Name Slates After State Conventions
GOP renomination prospect Gov. Thomas E. Dewey faces Sen. James M. Mead for governor as Democrats pick former Gov. Herbert H. Lehman to oppose. Republican Irving M. Ives, state assembly leader, named to challenge Lehman. The scene features sharp partisan clashes over liberalism and efficiency at party gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Thomas E. Dewey
GOP
James M. Mead
Capitol
Shipping Is Halted at All U S Ports
Washington dispatch reports the maritime strike paralyses U S supply lines to troops overseas and relief ships. Labor leaders refuse to authorize ships for relief and occupation duties, threatening wage stabilization and broader economic disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Washington
War Department
Lewis B. Schwellenbach
White House
Truman
AFL
Allis-Chalmers Labor Dispute Escalates Over Closed Shop
Milwaukee September 6 The Allis-Chalmers Co dispute deepens as CIO UAW demands a closed shop. Negotiations paused while UAW Local 4X8 drafts tougher proposals for the West Allis plant. Local president Robert Puse says new terms were reviewed with company officials and federal conciliator Maj. James P. Holmes. Maintenance of membership remains a core issue as talks stall and the firm resists a compulsory union shop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Allis-Chalmers Co
CIO United Automobile
Fem
West Allis
UAW
Robert Puse
James P. Holmes
Georgetown spring quietly powers four thousand five hundred residents
One of the world’s largest springs at Georgetown Kentucky furnishes the town water supply for more than 4,500 people, delivering clean water to the entire population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tory
Yugoslavia
Marshal Tito
U.S
UNRRA
International
Bartlesville Victory
International Soundphoto
Y.W
The
OPA Today
Iowa State
UN Security Council
Great Britain
Ukraine
Vassili Dendramis
Dimitri Manuliski
Sues
Gov
Sen
Herbert H. Lehman
Irving M. Ives
Threstens Program
Ware Stabilization Board
Strkes
Aarbor
Pittshbrush
Norwalk
Colon
Los Angeles Herald-Express
Jeresy
Pacific
Gulf
East Coast
Greece
Albania
China
Italy
Allis-Chalmers
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!