25 Jun 1942
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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1942
Page
1
Vice President Wallaee and Undersecretary Welles discuss postwar roles outlining a nonimperial, equal-peoples approach to world stability. They foresee America leading production after conflict, aiding destitute nations, and pushing for a workable international currency to replace outmoded barter systems.
Chicago staged a vast patriotic pageant with army navy and marine units. Two and a half mile march began at 8200 am and ended at midnight with nearly a million residents participating in the impressive spectacle.
The text discusses looming scarcity of luxury goods and essential appliances, noting halted manufacturing, stock on hand, and an impending inability to purchase refrigerators radios and heating systems. It highlights the salesman’s plight as inventories dwindle and six months of hardship loom.
The passage notes revolutionary shifts in the country and predicts postwar problems. Authorities in business and government believe mistakes will occur but expect the industrial base to create jobs for all workers and lift the standard of living beyond current levels. It highlights forward thinking during wartime.
The piece argues Dutch Harbor was used to boost morale and lure forces away, possibly paving the way for Midway and Hawaii. It notes American and Japanese strategists, Nimitz’s carriers, and Doolittle’s return briefing amid panic in Tokyo Yokohama district.
Archie H. Koop urges Iowa voters to choose between Democratic and Republican control as the nation faces war victory, just peace, and postwar reconstruction. The piece cites inflation views by Jess Alton, attacks on Governor Wilson, Kraschel, and notes dairy cattle judge Lester Gillette’s farming credentials and statewide cattle judging.
St John’s Lutheran Church in Cylinder Iowa announces Children's Day services next Sunday at 10 30 a m with an offering for church work. Prayer meeting Tuesday at 3 30 p m and choir rehearsal Thursday at 7 30 p m. Children may join the program next Saturday at 9 00 a m. Community notices also report Berkland family reunion in Carroll Iowa with many relatives listed and local visits and gatherings across nearby towns.
Local residents host and visit family friends across Algona Graettinger and surrounding towns. Many travel to Emmetsburg Depew and Storm Lake while relatives from Armstrong Mallard and Rodman gather at dinners and picnics.
Family members travel to Madeira to attend the funeral of Albert Johnson who died suddenly of a heart attack. Maxine Domek visited the Christiansons and Richys in Minneapolis. Sam Oleson and Alvin visited the Thompsons. Leslie Brewers from Chicago visit the Brewers.
The United States Civil Service Commission seeks skilled workers for Panama Canal posts in trades such as boat builder boiler maker marine copper smiths marine instrument repairmen and more. Wages up to 1.74 an hour with overtime and engineering craftsman salaries to 270 00 a month plus government transportation. Interested qualified applicants should contact the Manager Eighth U S Civil Service District 925 Post Office Building St Paul Minnesota for full information.
Mrs. A. F. Groetken of LeMars suffered an odd mishap after a thunder storm. While coaxing the dog from the house the animal stepped on a small louse on her left foot and broke it during its struggle to resist removal.
Readable fragments list individuals such as Jos McNamara Julius Skow and Thos McNulty with scattered titles including de Sert of Schoolp and Dean of College. The text lacks complete sentences or clear actions.
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