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Newspaper
Jefferson City Post Tribune
Location
Jefferson City, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1939
Page
5
A newspaper excerpt recounts a British couple choosing to save 25 pounds for defense against wartime disruption, illustrating how many similar prudent acts by families across Europe and the United States slow economic recovery and alter world trade as militarists push for riskier actions.
In Jefferson City a motorist cited deserted streets to justify speeding as a defense in police court. Judge Wheatley warned that night time speeders will face stiff penalties, citing 2 deaths, 13 injuries and 193 accidents in the city this year.
The piece notes Rotary and other service clubs have matured dignified aims and renewed goodwill. It cites the Cleveland Rotary International convention for its dignity and sincerity. It emphasizes that personal friendships across lands may help world peace, a goal pursued with urgency in these times. A Georgia heat wave triggers a sprinter device and relates to customer complaints about heat.
Washington Daybook discusses Paul V. McNutt of Indiana contemplating a 1940 Democratic nomination. It notes his global image, campaign machinery, and public reception, including a Philippine toast controversy, Indiana tax reforms, and his strong self belief amid mixed Republican and New Deal views. It cites Roosevelt’s non-commitment and McNutt’s appeal to media and voters.
George Tucker discusses Admiral Byrd's plan to sail October 1 with the Barkentine Bear of Oakland and a 9000000 private fundraising goal to back a vast Antarctic remapping mission. The venture would require 200 crew, multiple ships, planes, and supplies for two years as nations stake Arctic claims.
A MIT figure argues that laws slogans or union rules alone cannot sustain a high standard of living or a social security program. He stresses the need for practical action and economic policy beyond rhetoric.
Missouri hosts its fifteenth annual short course for hatchery men and employees at the College of Agriculture in Columbia. About 200 attendees, part of a $50 million industry, register as HL. L. Kempster urges continued progress to keep Missouri among the top five poultry producers.
Bernard Moore lost work in 1925 and salvaged a hillside 21 acres near Council Bluffs. He built a three room log house from trees he cut and hauled with his family help, costing about 200 dollars. Four years of back breaking work yielded a proud home and the family, including Harold and Larry, faced hardships together.
In Montreal on June 28 Communists and Nazis spread propaganda with paint chalk and brushes. Slogans swastikas and anti-Semitic messages appeared across the city tied to the Quebec padlock law ruling. Police largely ignored the acts now seen as organized Nazi propaganda staged during royal visits.
Bruce Catton profiles Ohio Governor John William Bricker as a likely dark horse for the Republican nomination. Bricker cleaned up a spoils-ridden administration, cut payrolls, moved Ohio to pay-as-you-go, and expanded pensions while maintaining a low public profile. His background, ties to Mount Sterling, and potential clash with Taft frame a cautious, improving bid.
The text notes that groups oppose suppression of subversive activities and expect the departure of the king and queen will allow police to resume normal duties. They aim to resume nocturnal mural decoration once authorities are less restrictive.
Crown Prince Mihai departs for Italy to represent Romania at the Florence wedding of Princess Irene. Officials say the king finally consents to the trip, while Mihai plans a month with his mother Princess Helen in Florence, a long held custom amid the royal estrangement.
Informed sources say discussions aim to arrange Helen’s return and restoration as Queen of Romania. The report notes a deer’s blade and mentions farmers supplying 70 percent of their own food, reflecting agricultural context.
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