Sorghum Pioneering Study Seeks Better Varieties Near Virgil
Joe Curtis, a young sorghum expert west of Virgil, leads a 1940 test plot to compare Sooner Milo with the Nebraska strain A. C. 1 and other varieties. In about 15 tests last year A. C. 1 matched Sooner Milo's yield and beat Early Kale, offering superior loftage resistance and easier harvesting as Curtis broadens his experiments for Central South Dakota.
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Yars
Joe Curtis
Virgil
Nebraska
Curtis
Colorado
Numbers of Russian and Finnish War Deaths Debated
The essay questions war casualty counts from Finland and Russia, noting Molotov cites 48,845 Russian dead and 158,863 wounded while Finnish losses are reported as 60,000 dead and 250,000 wounded. Jannerheim claims higher Russian deaths, while Swedish estimates vary. Global figures hover around 100,000 to 200,000 dead as spring returns to the lake country. Families mourn unseen by governments that failed to tally the toll.
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Finland
Zink
Marg
Molotov
Jannerheim
Europe
Sena
Censored Mail War Talk From German Viewpoint
A wartime column notes the British seizure of U S mail from clipper planes and reports a motto change to The mail must go through the censors The piece reflects a German perspective on antiwar sentiment and the costs of returning veterans, implying moral complexity and viewpoint tensions.
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U. S
Diary Of A Central S D Farm Woman March Entry
A farm woman notes a busy day of meat processing, planning a dedicated butcher room, and decisions on selling meat. She reflects on Amy's resilience, health challenges, and inventive spirit, praising her steadfast hope and creative problem solving.
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Jim
Los Angeles
Kansas City
Lewis third party unlikely to attract voters says pundits
Washington dispatch says John Lewis likely faces a weak third party with no clear candidate or backing. It notes opposition from CIO groups and Roosevelt foes, while predicting the effort may collapse without strong leadership or a viable platform.
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Pearty
Sidney Hillman
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Hasiery Warkerg
Roosevelt
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Lewis
Wheeler
National Youth Administration
Viewpoint on Sharing Ideas Within Marriage by Ruth Millett
Ruth Millett argues couples avoid sharing ideas in private. She suggests waiting for a proper audience to judge ideas or stories, noting audience feedback helps impressions and prevents hurt feelings. The piece likens timing to a playwright seeking an attentive crowd.
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Ruth Millett
War weariness voices and political jibes echo aloud
A collage of quotes from Vera Micheles Dean Archbishop Moses F Kiley and Senator Tom Connally lampoons and laments wartime fatigue and political campaigns. The remarks span anti war sentiment defense rhetoric and critic of candidates as the world braces for postwar peace. Significant figures and dates anchor the heated discussion.
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Vera Micheles Dean
Foreign Policy Association
E. G. Wells
Census Taker Arrives as Nation Inches Toward Literacy
The Minneapolis Star Journal urges cooperation with the 1940 census taker and highlights gains in literacy since 1920 and 1930. It emphasizes literacy as a test of national civilization and argues accurate census data eliminates guesswork in government.
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Minneapolis Star Journal
Bat Man
Uncle Sara
South Dakota
Radio Program Schedules and Contested TV Standards
Central time theater listings review evolving TV standards with RCA NEC and FCC clashing over public participation. The article details programs across WEAY NEBC WABC CBS NBC and other networks, plus daily schedules and notable shows for Friday April 5 and related times.
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New York
Rcanec
Federal Communications Commission
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CBS
Weay-Nebc
Bing City
Los Angeles Philharme
Jim Wabc
McWilliams
Major Howes
Glen Mitler
Columbia Workshop
Wiiz
NBC
Joe Penner
Merle Thorpe
National H. S. Orchestra
Kay Kyser
James Meade
Tippecanoe Club
CRACK OPEN SAFE AT OTTUMWA PLANT OFFICE
Iowa tale reports safe trackers opening a limber plant office strong box with sign Mis safe is not locked. Inside were company records but no money. Police also recount deficiencies in Roy Graves mobile auto including no emergency brakes or windshield wiper and no license. judge warns $25 fine or 10 days.
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Ottumwa
Iowa
Paul
Smudge
Roy Graves
Graves
Flashes of Life AP Reports Odd City Health Call
Charlotte housewife reports a rat ate poison ground glass and strychnine sandwiches and knocked over a trap after frightening a cat. In San Diego golf mystery ends as seagull carries away balls from the 13th green, golfers puzzled by missing items.
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Charlotte
N.C
City Health Department
San Diego
Calif
San Diego Country Club
Made For Comfort And Charm Pattern 3684
Pattern 3684 offers five variations for an apron that goes over the head and covers the skirt. Bodice cut on the bias fits waist, with options like bias binding and two patch pockets. Sizes 24 to 48 require specific yardage. pattern service offers instructions and Spring Fashion Hook with additional patterns.
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Corm
Huvonite
W. Wacker Drive
Chicago
Services At Blunt For Herman Eckert
Funeral services for Herman F. Eckert 64 were held in the Church of Christ with Rev. Randall Barnes officiating. Burial was in Blunt cemetery. Eckert died unexpectedly at his farm home Saturday. Born March 22, 1876 in Hadley Michigan he came to South Dakota in 1887 and lived in Sully County since. He leaves a brother William Eckert and a sister Mrs Milo Luesman.
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William Eckert
Milo Luesman
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