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Posted inIowa History, IowaWatch

Homemakers Learn Time-saving Tips In 1924

by Cheryl Mullenbach/Iowa History July 29, 2017January 23, 2023 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

“I always know everyone is enjoying the dinner if nothing is said,” an Iowa homemaker said. “If it isn’t all right I hear about it.” It would have been easy for an Iowa homemaker to become discouraged in 1924. After all, it was her responsibility to establish a home “which is loved by all its […]

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Best Corn 107 Years Ago Yields Silver Basket and Gasoline Engine

by Cheryl Mullenbach/Iowa History July 22, 2017January 23, 2023 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest
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Silos That Last For Generations

by Cheryl Mullenbach/Iowa History January 14, 2017January 23, 2023 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

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