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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
2
The Graettinger Times discusses a move from peace to a military economy, noting readjustments across national life, reduced individual luxuries, and greater sacrifices for defense. It cites Walter Lippmann’s columnists criticizing the President for frankness on sacrifice levels as defense funding rises.
Byron Robinson urges a unified plan for defense spending with billions required for a 60,000 warplane program and ongoing maintenance. He notes taxes will rise, living standards may fall, and domestic reform may pause as the nation shifts to war footing while nominating moves place Roosevelt near renomination.
American citizens may apply for federal positions at navy yards and stations through non assembly line exams. Key trades include machinists, toolmakers, welders, shipfitters, coppersmiths, boat builders, aircraft mechanics and more with an age limit now set at 65 for most jobs, veterans allowed past 62. Experienced applicants should contact the Labor Board at designated naval yards or stations with a brief statement of intent.
Sunday guests from Albert City Laurens and Emmetsburg attend gatherings with the Orwig and Moffitt families. Local church crowds honor children with a kindergarten program. Walnut 4-H Rally Day, garden teas, and various visits mark a busy community week in Osgood and nearby towns.
Garvin Mills J F Young and Wm McConnel attended the lodge gathering in Graet linger Wednesday evening, joining fellow members in the routine fraternal event.
In a bold political column readers are praised for participation yet accused of manipulation by politicians during the June primary. The piece lambasts neutrality promises, notes heavy campaigning in Des Moines and Emmetsburg, and questions whether the people truly spoke without intimidation.
J Q Lauer of Waverly toured the Panama Canal this spring, a 3,000 mile car trip earned after years of wishing to revisit the canal he helped to build. War restrictions kept him 500 seats away from the site. Louise Avely and Helen Keller of Montezuma found several four leaf clovers at the Wayne Keller home in Deep River, including one with seven leaves and two with six.
First Lutheran church notes worship Sunday at 11 and a nation ary and prayer meeting next Tuesday. Scovell No 8 and Evang. Scotvell likely referenced with details unclear due to OCR errors.
The Mission Convention runs June 21 to 29 and the Luther League convention June 14 to 16 in Jackson. All are welcome. Read the program carefully and pray for divine guidance. Pastor Mandsager urges personal salvation and readiness to meet God citing scripture and exhortations.
St Pauls Lutheran Church announces Fourth Sunday in a text edition. Morning worship 10 o clock at So Walnut. Sunday school 9 45, Daily Vacation Bible School from next Monday 8 A M to noon for two weeks. Adult confirmation class 8 P M Wednesday. Walnut Aid meets Wednesday 2 30 P M hosted by Mrs Knut Sorenson and Mrs Clarine Paulsen. Luther League convention ends at Beresford, S Dakota. Rev Verner N Carlsen Pastor.
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