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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1941
Page
1
Affected residents are urged to promptly update their mailing address with the relevant office to avoid misdelivery of notices. The notice emphasizes reporting any address changes to ensure future correspondence reaches the correct recipient and prevents service delays or disruptions.
A fragment from a Washington journal editorial laments the war yet hints at hopeful sentiment. It contrasts wartime tensions with light verse including The Gingham Dog and Calico Cat and a note on Eugene Field’s poem reflecting public wishful thinking in the United States and Britain.
The piece argues that even if war comes or looms, Americans must continue education and progressive plans. It warns of stricter government demands, higher taxes, and reduced luxuries, while acknowledging potential hardships. It stresses that stopping reforms would be more damaging than the war itself.
A fragment from a local meeting recounts Center township conservator B Frank Buffington and neighbors quarrel over a lengthy session. A Chicago story about Eddie Piper recalls a one way drive mix up on Quiet Drive, with a humorous cops' misunderstanding ending the exchange on cordial terms.
Mills County Iowa boards announce a special election to elect a trustee for Nishna Rotms Drainage District No 4. Three election districts are formed. voting at Wendell E Lambert home on August 16 1941 from dawn to evening. Land owners over 21 and landholding corporations may vote, with non residents voting by agent.
East Liberty notes describe Mr and Mrs R R Henderson and Miss Mary Eller Miller transacting business in Connec?. Laure Kerner recovering from illness improves. Many residents, including Lile Templeton, Glenwood visitors, and church notices. Guests include Mrs Gindya Pace of Creston and visits by the Nelson and Henderson families. Worship reminder and a Minnesota guest near Emerson.
Local residents report visits and gatherings across Red Oak Des Moines and nearby towns. Families including Pimners Sawyers Webb Cooper and Graff coordinates share meals reunions and showers with relatives in Council Bluffs York Emerson Glenwood and Omaha area. Fifteen correspondents contribute news for The Leader.
A historical rural column discusses Uncle Sam and defense bonds as a fundraising idea. It questions personal sacrifices, notes farming changes with combines replacing threshers, and comments on AAA wheat quotas, loans, and price support.
Citizens are urged to invest in Defense Bonds and Stamps to arm America against attack. Bond cashing is allowed after 60 days for full amount plus accrued interest. Many buyers save by having salaries withheld through employers or banks, and purchases can be made at post offices or banks.
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