06 Jul 1942
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Newspaper
Iowa Iowa Le Mars Globe Post
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1942
Page
1
Local paper snippet shows imprint and mailing details for Le Mars Globe-Post with date and metered status. It references subscription rates listed as two dollars per year and eighty cents for six months in advance.
A garbled account from a New York paper follows Ingersoll and a doctor named Zilborg as they plot for advantageous gains. The narrative hints at brains, fortunes, and a dubious alliance aimed at exploiting tax laws, with shifting loyalties and implied schemes.
The editor, pressed by bosses to join the army, receives a reprieve to stay at work. Ingersoll notes the unusual sympathy from his employer and reflects on his role as a journalist amid war. He remains unafraid, valuing his profession over military service while his country calls.
Classified brief lists items for sale including a bath tub and pictures with contact numbers 549 2 and BOBW for Davenport and chair? Phone listing indicates a local ad for items with limited details.
Court of Plymouth County Iowa appoints Louis A. Schafer as executor of Valentine Maher deceased. All debts must be paid and claims presented to the court for allowance. Publication dates June 29 July 6 and July 18 1942 in The Lemara Globe Post.
County Agent Bruce W. Clarepitt notes heat and flies depress dairy production in midsummer. Cows suffer fever-like symptoms when temps exceed body heat, reducing appetite and milk. Shade, water, fans, and even improvised cooling help. Fly control and feed, especially grain, bolster production.
Mrs Dulfrmien Wie Wnhart rushed into a burning car to save her three children Marhura 7 Michard 2 and G. Mayrand 7 from wreckage near Nephi Utah. Her husband Willem A. Jurfman of Los Angeles said the children died from burns or when the car overturned after a blowout three miles from Nephi. A fourth child John 2 survived. The mother was driving them to Los Angeles to visit her husband.
Thousands from the region turned out for a big New Deal park Fourth of July event over Saturday and Sunday. LeMuary Chamber of Commerce president La Meek praised committees for smooth execution and highlighted the pageant depicting local history with outdoor amphitheater staging and impressive lighting.
A colorful pageant drew a large crowd with swimming games a fairground party and a Ferris wheel amid ample parking. A Saturday armory dance kept attendants dancing while sports saw LeMars Dr Pepper kitten hall team beat Sioux Center 5 4 before losing to Paullina 4 2 and preparing to host Sioux Center Tuesday.
Under doctors care a baby boy was born July 4 at the home shared by Mr. and Mrs. Geo Moran. The mother is a daughter of the Morans, and the newborn is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Carson. Mrs. Carson is the Morans’ granddaughter. Mrs. Gralapp broke two ankle bones after a stair fall east of LeMars. she will be hospitalized about a week and bedbound for a month or more. Mrs. Blakeway learns of a daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Willard Blakeway of South Bend on June 29, the great‑granddaughter of Mrs. Blakeway. Mrs. Schneider dislocated her arm after a Fourth of July pay-rope incident at Sacred Heart hospital. Dr. Norman Maurer and his wife welcomed a baby girl weighing 7 pounds 11 ounces at Sacred Heart hospital.
Mr and Mrs Frank Falk announce the marriage of their son Elvit to Dorothy Berkenpas daughter of Mr and Mrs Juke Berkenpas of Seney. The ceremony was June 27 in Reno Nevada. The couple traveled to Chico California to meet relatives then plan to reside at 2311 Haste St Berkeley California.
Hawarden Independent reports Mr and Mrs R C Miller received a phonograph record from their son Max who is with the army in Australia. Max greets his parents says he likes Australia and notes Australians treat Americans fine. He asks Mrs Madson not to worry and says he has received several letters recently. He gained four to five pounds since arriving and the recording was sent via the Red Cross with local chairman A Earl Ross delivering the machine to the Miller farm.
Esther Rosena Agusta Mueller, born December 5 1895 in Maurice Town, died suddenly at 326 Plymouth Friday of a heart ailment. She moved to LeMars in 1931 with her parents and was a faithful member of St. John's Lutheran Church. Survived by four sisters Emma Mueller Wheatridge Olga Siege LeMars Mrs John Watson Mrs Wilma Prust, one brother Emil Mueller LeMars, eight nieces and three nephews. Funeral held at St. John's Lutheran Church with Rev. L. L.
Interment was made in Reading township cemetery. Funeral arrangements were in charge of Mauer's Funeral Home.
The well known author and speaker Dr. Kirby Page will visit LeMars at the invitation of several local churches. Three services are planned in the Methodist church on Tuesday afternoon and evening July 21 with topics including Practicing the Presence of God and Living Creatively Through Prayer. A large display of his books and pamphlets will be available for purchase at reduced prices.
In Le Mars July 4 and 5 the Navy booth drew young men applying for Navy Reserve service. Participants from Le Mars Remsen Marcus and neighboring towns were listed, with plans to travel to Sioux City for examinations. Seventeen others received Navy information at the booth sponsored by George V. Pavlik.
A plan to hold Navy recruiting and examinations in Sioux City this week is noted along with stories from Le Mars families. Draftees choosing the Navy, advancements for enlistees, and a Wednesday recruiting stop at Le Mars are highlighted, with letters praising Navy careers and education from C Rickahaugh, Fred J Schmidt, Mrs. Nick Mathey, and Harold Henderson.
Mrs Walter Groeppy daughter Maxine and Mrs Walter Groeppy were treated at the Heart hospital for injuries after a collision several miles south of Remsen. Mr Groeppy and Mr Wenner received minor and slight injuries while the two cars sustained heavy damage.
Mr and Mrs Chester y gall and family of Senegan and Mrs John McDougall and Jackie spent last Sunday at home in Stony Orpha Nobile and Mr Peck attended Plymouth. Elmer Hoffman home Merrill Thursday. Paul Schwier returning from Concordia college g Pat Minn arrived home Saturday. Miss Irene Kohli Neb spent Monday here. Alvin Jennings attended Iowa State college Ames July 15 to 22. Struth school board and township boards met July 1 to close books and elect secretary and treasurer. Relatives attended Thursday reception for Chester Glaser and Hy Tenning, married today in St Paul church.
Local readers from Remsen Iowa tout the Grain Guide retarder for neat bundles and less spilled grain. Testimonials claim significant grain savings and easier handling, while one note criticizes the device for not producing clean bundles.
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