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Newspaper
Dillon Examiner
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1943
Page
3
Editor's note announces the first of 11 articles on old age and survivors insurance and related programs. It invites readers to contact the nearest Social Security board office or other agencies for further information as space becomes available.
The 1935 act as amended 1939 creates programs for those unable to help themselves and unemployment and public assistance. It highlights old age and survivors insurance unemployment compensation and public aid with federal state cost sharing. State welfare departments administer programs and provide information through state and county offices and unemployment agencies.
Purina Merchant promotes a Food for Victory Crusade to assist local poultry flocks with practical practices approved by authorities. A survey of 7 312 U. S. flocks shows widespread production leaks, with recommendations on housing, feeding, sanitation, and parasite control to boost eggs and aid the war effort.
Mrs. Clarence Baril and daughter Darlene joined Mr. and Mrs. Wil ford Baril in Sheridan for Thanksgiving. Mrs. Margaret Orr and daughter visited relatives in Dillon from Helena where she teaches. Mrs. Dave Williams traveled from Augusta via Dillon to San Francisco to join her Navy husband. Dr. L. L. Mayland of Great Falls spent Thanksgiving with his son Jennings L. Mayland. daughters Maxine and Montana joined. Montana Mayland recently returned from Ecuador with the South American Development company. Miss Donna Talent of Thompson Falls visited her parents. Miss Anna Jean Lockness, MSU student in Bozeman, spent Thanksgiving with her parents.
The article explains that old-age and survivors insurance is a federal program providing protection against the hazards of old age and death. It notes this plan will be discussed in later installments of the series.
The War Food Administration suspends civilian slaughter quotas until further notice to facilitate marketing and slaughter of record livestock numbers by U.S. farmers.
Lewis Penwell, IRS collector for Montana, warns farmers that the December 15, 1943 deadline applies for estimated income and victory tax returns. The notice details liability thresholds for single, married, and head of family filers, amended declarations, and payment rules, urging affected taxpayers to file by Dec. 15 and to obtain Form 1040-ES if needed.
Civilian markets will see increased canned foods including pineapple juice asparagus corn and beans released from government stock. War Food Administration plans higher farm machinery output in 1944 with raw materials authorized by WPB for planting tillage and harvesting. WPA allows pork deliveries off farm but ration points must be collected to avoid black market losses. WPB lifts most wool use restrictions with exceptions for military needs. Service buttons for civilian wear are being distributed by War Department. Shoes bought on will-call or lay-away must be collected within 30 days after delivery. Anthracite coal ceilings rise by 62 cents a ton at mine to be reduced by 28 cents on June 1 1944 to offset wage increases.
The message notes growing use of parachute drops and disrupted enemy lines with heavy casualties, while silk fineries and substitutes fade from market. It urges continued purchase of silk and nylon via War Bonds and Stamps for distant fighting men.
D B Snyder addressed Rotary members on how social security and broader inclusion may evolve, noting administration challenges. The event featured discussants and a “work pile” job program led by Favre Eaton to aid veterans, with Fred Waldorf chairing and Herbert West as guest.
A suspect named Jack S. Remas, 43, of San Francisco, was arrested near Sheriff Close's office after a Dubois Thanksgiving day theft. He denied stealing the car but was the only stranger in town and was identified by locals as being in Dillon the theft day. Remas pleaded not guilty in Justice Court before Judge Louis Stahl and is bound over to district court on $2000 bond, likely to be arraigned next week unless disposition changes.
Mrs. W. John Fouse of Belfry, president of the American Legion Auxiliary, urges citizens to buy Christmas seals to fund expanded wartime work of the Montana Tuberculosis Association. The sale is the organization’s sole support, and every penny is directed to tuberculosis control in the ongoing effort against the disease.
A joint gathering of Western mining men and the national Mining Congress will be hosted in Colorado. Attendees from across the West and the nation will have a chance to enjoy hospitality and attend the renowned Sowbelly Dinner as the meeting’s culminating event.
The Examiner Printing Co furnishes top quality job work for local businesses with precise typography and durable presses. Clients include small shops and larger firms seeking reliable printing services and timely delivery.
Residents are urged to donate suitable paper such as newspapers magazines and cardboard boxes to a local salvage drive. Chairman Evans coordinates collection with organization members who will pick up bundles. miscellaneous waste paper is not accepted and tying bundles is preferred.
A son was born last Saturday to Captain and Mrs Robert Ste pian at St James hospital in Utte.
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