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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1944
Page
5
The note indicates April is the final date to buy the federal Star tax stamp for your car. B H Birmingham, state collector of internal revenue, urges compliance and notes the importance of early purchase. The fragment references Prt Jack Hering and mentions England in April amid unclear context.
A new fire engine arrived in Mal on Thursday afternoon and is now ready for service. The vehicle will be stationed with the Mile County Protective Arm and will respond to all county emergencies once tied into the fleet.
Mills county quota lists 24 called to the Navy and 4 to the Army with many names including Leland Whitred Flora, Earl Richard Har lea, Elmer Frenklin Hartman Jr, Leonard Clifford Sell, Ervin Dwane Cox, Jack Clifford Trim mer, Lyman Orn Bevern, Wen dall Rom Yates, and Dwight Jey Tackett. Also named are Marlon Hugen Lang and Jess Charles Perry among other Navy and Army selections from Malvern, Council Bluffs, Des Moines, and Omaha areas.
Fragmentary notes describe sending food to a service center in July. Mentions needs for copies cakes fruit and urgent requests. References Qmelia rerouting seeise Wen account Aooda haw ins Th American Teglon auxiliary onG aupplien next week donations at Deardorf'a July Es Tesve Wednesday.
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County records note final date to file home stead exemptions for those not previously filed. Several marriages licensed this week by County Clerk Ward Brothower, both out of county. Lloyd J. Pappas and Millen Ebert of Omaha wed June 35, and Lawrences D Hill and Anita Guamen of Council Bluffs wed June 37. Missouri River flooding affects roads in the west part of the county. drainage ditch near Bartlett was breached to prevent flooding after gates failed, a levee was erected, objections filed by farmers, and authorities maintain vigil on flood developments through Thursday.
Myrtle Maria Walker obtains decree from John Walker of Emerson alleging cruel and inhuman treatment as grounds for divorce. Legal action centers on marital disputes and the request for dissolution.
Major attention over the past two weeks focused on repairing and reopening damaged county roads in Malvern and surrounding areas. County Engineer Claire Davis and the board of supervisors led extended efforts, with citizens patient as openings were awaited. The west approach to the Nishna Botna bridge and the Silver Creek bridge on county road V west of Malvern have been repaired, restoring travel and easing flood impact.
A wartime notice explains that after July 1 all hiring must go through the Employment Service. R B Elaney visited Mills county to arrange office space and to set up handling of manpower requests. Malvern and Glenwood schedules are listed. The new control requires employers to hire only via USES and places current workers unaffected unless they change jobs. The USES will assign job openings, refer to less essential work only in exceptional cases, and aim to place men at jobs matching their highest skill and pay level.
A fragment states that industries deemed essential will require permission from USES to alter operations under new rules. The note suggests regulation broadening while existing essential sectors remain subject to oversight.
Final rites were held June 3 at Mansfeld Funeral Home for Armintha S. Jones of Sheridan Lake Colorado. Presbyterian minister Rev GF Maclean officiated with music by Mrs RENNER and Mrs I L. Turner. Casket bearers included Ane Dereon Norton Joura Laird Riott and Bert Nelson. Armintha S Jones daughter of James and Elizabeth Jones was born June 6 1960 on a Malvern Mills County farm. She helped erect the Presbyterian church and was a charter member of the local Eastern Star chapter and its secretary for several years.
War bond sales lag as county chairman W R Byington orders a push to hit the $676,000 quota. Three towns Emerson Henderson and Buver City overshoot. others lag. Citizens urged to buy their shares immediately to avoid repeated solicitations amid busy times.
A collision sent a car down a five foot bank into a lumber yard. The vehicle struck a building, knocking off several boards. No occupants were hurt, but the car sustained damage.
B A Paulson and H C Weak of the Socony Vacuum Oil bulk plant led a major local war bond purchase. W R Byington said the firm split funds across communities rather than a single city payment, totaling 95,900. The company called participation a duty and privilege to support the drive.
The Oak's American Legion plans to continue the famed July 4th festivities featuring Fritcher's rodeo in matinees and performances. Post members await the return of key participants as the community gears up for the annual event.
Wilczynski, formerly with THC Service in Omaha, joins Gappel’s as partner. He and Mrs. Wilczynski have leased the Piper house on South Marion Avenue and plan to move at the end of next week. He previously served as International Harvester Co. representative, bringing farm machinery distribution knowledge. J. M. Cappal had opened his new enterprise recently and already has wide field contacts after purchasing Kunce & Nelson’s business in April.
Mills County faces a manpower shortage as young men join the service and laborers are sent to farms. About 500 acres of hybrid seed corn need detasseling this summer, requiring 300 or more workers. Due to few men available, women and girls are urged to help starting around July 10 to support farmers and the war effort.
Mr and Mrs A Pace acquire Wesgbo Hoover real estate in North Malverg and expect occupancy by August 1. The Hoovers will relocate to the Hingaman property on Main Street, now occupied by O. P. Grom Wr. Hoover purchased the property.
The report notes temperatures surging to a high around 104 degrees on Sunday and Monday, followed by a drop to about 63 degrees on Wednesday morning, indicating a sharp swing in the local weather pattern.
The TB Group outlines an annual survey to locate hidden tuberculosis cases in Mills County. The plan includes tuberculin skin tests for exposed individuals and follow-up chest X-rays for positives, financed by Christmas Seal sales and state funds. Officials present include Dr. T. Lacy, Dr. L. H. Flancher, Mrs. F. B. Davieon, Mrs. J. L. Donner, and Mrs. R. W. Salyers.
The American Legion and Auxiliary held their regular June meeting in the Legion club room Tuesday evening. Officers were elected: Auxiliary President Mrs W D McCausland. 1st vice Mrs J B Ellison. 2nd vice Mrs H J Banton. Secretary Mrs Glen Delrymiy plc. Treasurer Mrs W D Slots owar. Executive board Mrs B T Hassalquist Mrs A Mulholland and R W Jones. Historian Betty Knight. Sergeant at Arms Edith Barkus. New Legion officers are: Commander A R W Mansfield. Vice commander K W Knight. Adjutant Key Dalrymple. Chaplain W H Maddocks. Sergeant-at-Arms J L Fraler.
The Hickman and Hackman families express deep thanks for the flowers sympathy and kindness shown at the time of bereavement Adele Sgalfislad and Ruth also convey gratitude for support during this period.
The Republican women of the Emerson Valley precinct met Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Frau den K Coppage. Mrs Sem Board, songty president of the Lews Council of Republican Women and Mrs Cogey, district organization chairmen, attended the gathering.
A small town announces a community event to celebrate a national holiday. The observance will feature local vendors and a traditional gathering at the Maivern house area. Neighbors are invited to attend the public celebration on the holiday.
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