Iowa Buddies Meet Again And Again
A wartime reunion story recounts Iowa buddies Nelson and Foster, who served together in the Pacific. They shared ships from Pearl Harbor to Tarawa and Saipan, meeting later in Des Moines then reuniting during leave. The article notes their graduation paths, service roles, and a planned May 20 report back.
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Pash
Auder
Des Moines
Pearl Harbor
Melesen Sevice
Foster Amt
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Ifferent
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Mons
Weatherman Echoes Apathy On Local Forecast
A garbled weather column mocks public interest while an onlookers debate forecasts. The piece cites Des Moines rainfall of 24 inches and mentions Fort Dodge and Europe with disjointed, satirical remarks by a weatherman character as he leaves the scene.
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Fort Dodge
AL Des Melins
Flovselt
Res Moines
Bamunl
Ureston
Oftum
VE-day Ordinance Stands Says Council
The city council discussed a proposed emendment to the VE-day ordinance at a formal meeting. They indicated the clause would not change the general 24 hour closure rule after official cessation of hostilities with Germany and clarified which establishments must close.
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Council
John Mac- Viewr
Shrine
UW Asm
Nemdays
Eye Increase In Business Blubert Trial Details
A court hearing before Judge S. Franklin centers on alleged business inflation at Bankers Life Co. Key witness Morsehe Langdilt questions the firm’s premiums and property valuation, with attorne...
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Blubert
Pxtrich
Panistant Henarer
Bankerw Life Co
S. Wranklin
Cook Appoints New GOP Executive Assistant and Treasurer
The West committee selects a new executive assistant to the chairman and a secretary treasurer. Claude Conk of Red Oak serges as secretary-treasurer as the vacancy follows Be Hill's resignation to become secretary to a congressman. Mudred Granby remains assistant secretary-treasurer at headquarters.
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Abehush
Coumtilire
Qhumma
Haa
Re Be Hill
Cor
Robert Pising
Mudred Granby
Reddquarters
Charles Severino Injured in Action in Germany War
Fragmentary military notice reports Private Charles Severino injured in action during World War II. The item notes his service in marching from Maren and mentions family, unit identifiers, and a reference to a fireman background, with limited legible details about dates and commands.
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Charles Severino
Chale
Severlin
Geresoy
Eas
Giler
Hogg Tel
Gemany Land
Severino
Maren
Stepien
Tin
Death follows brawl suspect held on murder charge
A Ragwend Kehnell, 3% of Palo, is jailed in Linnconn on a murder preliminary information after a tavern fight in Marion Saturday night. Jack Brook, 37, of Marion, died from a skull injury at a local hospital around 4 p.m. Sunday. Deputy Sheriff Pete Inittr arrested Kehnell shortly before Brook’s death. County Attorney Hendrickson said Kehnell struck Brook outside a Marion tavern and again in an alley, causing fatal bleeding. Witnesses described the struggle, with initial reports that Brook had a ballpoint wound later unsubstantiated by authorities. continuous investigation ongoing.
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Cedar Aapins
Kehnell
Palo
Linnconn
Jack Brook
Marion
Town Princess Named in Marshall Neighborhood
The first child of Princess Pareshan Al Raschid of Marshall town was named Hauela, tied to the late mother, amid a scene where claims of the Moalwa faith Caliphate and related figures were noted, with disruption reported in the proceedings.
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Angeles
Cal
Pareshan Alraschid
Marshall
Tawanil
Strince Mo
Thanued Al-Raschid
Hauela
Dorn
Surrender Day Echoes Across War Plants and Stores
Amid reports of Germany’s surrender, workers and managers at many war plants and stores awaited orders. The morning noted general relief as VE Day signs circulated, though some facilities kept doors closed while preparations proceeded. A few plants announced shortened hours and staggered releases for workers as news spread.
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Smalter Esc
Lakershare Tire and Rubber Co. ix Milssrd
Air Force Depot to Expand Hits Legality and Morayuggestion
Des Moines discussion centers on a new school aid program and constitutional questions. Officials outline funding levels, including a million dollars yearly for transportation and $900,000 for retamation, with agencies preparing to close or extend hours based on VE day proclamations.
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Ibera
Des Moines
N. D
Combs
Echool Transportation
Truman
Fare Inns
Hales
River Bank Rebuild Plan For Sewage Plant Site
City engineers propose rebuilding and stabilizing the riverbank at the sewage plant area after severe erosion. They urge immediate earthwork and tank area repairs to prevent further collapse of the north bank and protect the surrounding facilities.
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Bex Marnon
Eauwife
Cammell
John M. Tipper
Tha
Tie Phink Wey
S.el
newaRe
Kodnr
NS Orownt
Panther
Art Award OMAMA First Prize Paintings Tribute
The seventh service cyomand ark contest Ratumiay awarded Mei Alfere Wilkeny for a oil painting and tempera work titled Chowhounsis. The piece featured park toned blends and hanging textures, earning top honors at Hehici General Hospital in Linda.
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Omama
Reb
Ratumiay
Alfere Wilkeny
Hehici General Hospital
Linda
Grinnell Resident G H Hamlin Dies at 89
G H Hamlin aged 89 of Grinnell died Sunday after a long illness. He was a prominent local figure, longtime educator and church member. Funeral arrangements were to be announced with details at the Petersess cemetery in Lyonville.
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Hisar Wendene
Guinnell
George Herr Hamlin
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Ale
Emma
Proctor
Hamlin
Key
Homer Hamlin
Josiah Bustnell
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Mamy
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Ditinnell
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Lyonville
Gelsinger
Supervisors Revise Voting Setup in Board Procedures
In a Monday resolution the board revised voting rules to require a specific vote for approval of motions and appeals and to have members vote for or against the measure. The change aims to reduce misreads and ensure clear action by all members on motions affecting the outcome.
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Dex Maines
Monilay
Pelléfons
Motians
Ecyalellina
Wit Board
Damebren
Mara
Des Moines Pilot Recalls Bomber Missions Over Europe
A Des Moines pilot veteran recounts 44 bombing missions over Europe including Munich and Munich areas, describing near misses, engine damage, and firefighting in flight. He mentions wartime service with Liberator Bombers, weather facing crews, and receiving campaign stars and the Distinguished Flying Cross. The report notes his origins in Des Moines and later life events.
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Willinason
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Bucci
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I. S. Wolllageon
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Aly
Ling
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Sfedal
Japan War Policy Talks On Pacific Build Up
Mare officials discuss expanding war effort as Pacific campaigns loom. Colonel Rattlers reports exiled leaders returning and warns months may pass before securing victory. He notes air force needs, increased supplies and aircraft to support anticipated operations.
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Pacific
Suitcase Stolen on Sunday Afternoon Train
Police report a small suitcase stolen Sunday afternoon from a train near the YMCA. Contents included clothing and other personal effects. Detective Ridgeway is investigating the case.
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Ridgeway
Antony
YMCA
Rinpeway
Hear Youth 15 in First Bowling Case
A report details juvenile bowling case proceedings with youths age 15 and 18 facing charges. Officials note age-related eligibility and a scheduled conclusion Monday as assistant county attorney Anthony T. Renita outlines trial steps and additional charges.
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Ass'stant
Lowell
Regt
Tive Simi
Derihxwitin
Motorcycle Slads and Youth Killed in Saturday Crash
A crash near Atuanting left a teenager and a town youth dead and several injured. The incident occurred Monday as officials investigated the road west of At with authorities confirming the fatalities and outlining the preliminary rescue response.
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Atuantig
Remenets
Simlay
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