14 Feb 1941
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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1941
Page
1
Analysis from wartime observers on Nazi plans to invade Britain and the likely timing. Experts note Germany’s readiness, Atlantic shipping needs, and possible American involvement as a constraint, with attention to Luftwaffe activity and morale impacts.
The auto industry pledging defense order priorities plans a brisk surge in production and lower prices to meet what is predicted as the greatest spring demand in history. The announcement of new models signals two definite trends toward stepped up output and stable supplies with no noticeable shortages in basic materials.
A National Industrial Conference Board study compares 1940 living costs with 1923 and 1857 baselines, showing minimal wage earner increases for essentials, despite fears from war. The report cites food, housing, and sundries, noting 1940 purchasing power remained strong and price rises were not as severe as prior wars.
Winston Churchill on a Sunday broadcast says the United States will supply essential war material and shipping for 1942 while not needing large American ground formations. he rejects opposition to Lease-Lend and stresses ongoing Allied war effort in the west and east.
Wendell L. Willkie returns to New York after his Britain trip and prepares to testify before the Foreign Relations Committee. He faces calls to sever ties with the party he leads for supporting Roosevelt on international affairs.
Iowa business shows gains aligning with national trends but likely slower. Prof George R Davies of the University of Iowa reports a five percent rise in 1940 over 1939, with most of the increase in the second half. Farm income up about six percent for eleven months.
A brief note states Hungary has no salt and produces no food items, making all essentials imports. The text also mentions an unrelated reference to the state of Pennsylvania.
Dr Geo H Beene chairs Iowa House and Senate Pharmacy Committees as a public hearing on House File 12 is set for 3 39 this afternoon. The bill would allow non registered towns to sell drugs in unopened packages and is backed by the State Health Department. The measure aims to align state code with federal rules and avoid ill effects from unregulated medicines. The hearing is part of a broader day of legislative debate on health and tax bills.
Leslie Minger died after a truck accident near Paullina on February 4 while transporting livestock minerals to Orange City. He was 41, born October 11, 1895, West Bend. a WWII veteran and former valedictorian who lived with his sister Dell Minger. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Presbyterian Church with Legion auxiliary involvement.
A sacred numbers concert will be held next Sunday afternoon February 16 at 2 p m at Curlew Baptist Church. Performers include Gerhart Meyer Melvin Steinborn Margie Vander Hall Marilyn Cookson Wm Trow from the bible school and Mary Sebena Minnie Meyer from Everly with others from Curlew. Public invited.
Curlew Iowa items note D Bennett attended funeral for brother Wm A Bennett in Cedar Falls. he traveled with Harry Matthiesen. Robert Johnson and Albert Seagren visit Chicago relatives. Mrs Lizzie Higgins 88 dies at River Junction. Frank Brady of Emmetsburg visits Curlew on business. Russel Matthiesen hosts visitors Gerhart Meyer Ev erly and Marline Hansel Jesup at Bible school in Minneapolis. Rev McCawey Swaledale to preach at Curlew Baptist next Sunday. Vere Scott hosts Baptist juniors and intermediates Valentine party. Arlene Backstrom Phyllis Fisher Thelma Jolliffe Sibyl Bowers Howard Bowers Bernerd Jolliffe attend.
A list from Omro includes Ph J M Robinson as president, Ba of Eq, De A A Theile as Supt of Schools, Egan School Nurse Mrs A A Theile, and multiple religious figures such as Sister Mery, Sister Superior M Carline, and Very Rev W F Mason. The document references Rev Ge Ingle, Rev Arthur F Schidt, and other church leaders with roles in local governance and education.
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