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Newspaper
Iowa Iowa Le Mars Globe Post
Location
Le Mars, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1940
Page
1
LeMars Globe-Post proclaims itself the leading city and county paper under editor R. F. Starzl. The item notes second-class mail status and historic post office filing as required under the 1879 act.
Philadelphia Record argues Americans lean against intervention and oppose sending "everything but men" to fight in Europe. It urges a clear cut decision in Congress, warning that once at war the U S cannot go half way and must commit fully if involved.
Harrington argues Congress will not declare war but calls for strong defense and extensive air power. He warns against disarming training assets, urges readiness, and emphasizes America first. He disputes Johnson Act repeal and notes Allies’ cash position and projected spending, outlining fiscal support for defense. He mentions a family moving to attend Vogue school show in California.
Edgar Eddie Reynolds, a seven year Welles dairy employee, will resign around July 1 to attend summer school in El Paso Texas and teach physical education in public schools next fall. Reynolds, who previously taught in El Paso, has also worked as a professional boxer and drawn crowds with his fights. Mrs Reynolds and the children will move to El Paso in September.
The LeMars Municipal Band program directed by Ira F. Vail features Chibiribin, Pestalozza Alford, Pinafore selections, Nights of Gladness, Moonlight Serenade, Imperial March, Twilight Hour, Cyrenne Overture, Footlifter March, Cherrytime Gavotte, My Heart At Thy Sweet Voice, La Paloma, Peter Piper Pranks, and Honold vocal selections. The concert closes with Monahan Post on Parade and the Star Spangled Banner.
Marriage licenses were issued to Geo. Vinton Stone 34 and Ida Christine Sever 29 both of Sioux City Lawrence Harold Shell 25 and Isabel Pattee 18 both of South Sioux City Dale Kounkel 21 LeMars and Delores Masuen 19 Oyens Farrel Harrington Westfield and Tillie Siebens LeMars
Golfers from Iowa, Minnesota, and South Dakota compete in the 14th Tri state golf tournament at Sheldon country club. An 18 hole qualifying round is set between June 16 and noon on June 23, with championship flight scores combined from 36 holes for awards.
Orioles pitcher Dean Harrison fired a near no hitter through six innings, earning his fourth straight league win as LeMars beat Presto 4 to 3. Presto stranded a late rally, while Newcastle shut out Jackson 5–0 to stay tied for third in the eastern division standings.
The United States Weather Bureau forecasts light precipitation for June 10 to 15 with temperatures averaging below normal across the upper Mississippi Valley and northern Great Plains. Local observer N Zeig records June 8 to 9 readings.
Philip B. Bergfield, son of Mr and Mrs C W Bergfield of Sheldon and former Le Mars residents, graduated Monday from the University of Iowa with high distinction in liberal arts. He plans two years of law school, visited Sheldon briefly before moving to Minneapolis to join a seed company.
Edgar De Vries, twelve years old, son of Mr and Mrs Joe de Vries, was hurt in a Decoration day accident at Hospers cemetery. A loose top piece of a tombstone toppled and broke his leg just above the ankle. He is progressing on crutches and recovering.
On May 25 1940 the District Court of Plymouth County Iowa appointed Elmer P Frerichs administrator of the estate of R J B Frerichs deceased late of the county. All debts should be paid to the administrator and all claims presented to the court for allowance. Published in The LeMars Globe May 27 June 3 10 1946.
Rain has persisted with daily downpours this week, changing routines and dampening daily life. Despite limited damage, continued showers affect transit, errands, and outdoor plans across the region.
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