President’s Speech Error Prompts White House Retraction
The president read a political address October 5 containing the word free about three million copies printed by the government. A formal retraction from the executive mansion followed protests from Congress. The publication costs were disputed, with officials saying the government did not print the copies. Congressional members criticized the misstatement.
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White House
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Winter shortage threatens Nazi food grip says European press
An Austrian paper signals Germany faces a tight potato crop and reduced access to slave labor this winter. It warns Hitler must rely on German civilians and home resources, risking hunger before next spring planting. Officials acknowledge the deteriorating war effort amid broader Axis difficulties.
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Germany
Hitler
Honorable Frederick O Ellison Honored By His Friends
The long and useful public career of Hon. Frederick O. Ellison ended with his death October 7 at his home in Anamosa. He was the dean of the Jones county bar and a respected figure in local government.
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Frederick O. Ellison
Anamosa
Jones
R. A. Cartano
F. E. Stimson
H. M. Carpenter, JR
R. E. Matthiessen
Jones County
R. C. Hoag
H. W. Stuhler
T. M. Redmond
C. G. Thomas
J. J. Locher
Books and notes on propaganda and wars in 1943 era reviews
Reading and Writing E Beavers R McKoumn Black Mail by Henry Hoke is praised as pivotal on propaganda in U S mails and Nazi links. Richard Tregaskis Invasion Diary covers Italy and Africa with war anecdotes. Donald Dunham Envoy Extraordinary notes Chinese business intrigues and a broker’s offer.
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Henry Hoke
U. S
Direct Mail Advertising Association
Richard Tregaskis
Guadalcanal
Italy
Africa
36Th Division
36Th
Joe
Donald Dunham
Iowa Poll Shows Dewey Leading Roosevelt 56 to 44
The Iowa Poll reports 56 percent for Dewey and 44 percent for Roosevelt among likely voters if the election were held today. It notes innovations like surveying declared turnout and estimating soldier votes through relatives, with caveats on small sample sizes and potential error.
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Dewey
Iowa
Roosevelt
Towa
Pacific Coast
Quotes and memories honor a just judge in Iowa
The Madisonian highlights how common phrases misstate facts about daylight and recalls the 42 year service of a respected Iowa jurist. It notes his impartiality and equitable decisions in the 18th Judicial District, praising his integrity and lasting example for judges and attorneys.
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18Th Judicial District
Iowa
4-H Clubs Serve Today Train For Tomorrow
Wartime enrollment week launches 1944 4-H Youth program for Town girls ages 12 to 21 with home economics projects and citizenship training. Adults guide do projects and flexible tasks support farm or home work during labor shortages.
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Victory
Edith Barker
United States
Real Estate Transfers Across Wyoming Area
Albert Hintz transfers Lot 6 in Wyoming to Viola Hintz for $1.00. M T Stott and Olga transfer to Charles M Luett and Ruth N Luett.
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Albert Hintz
Viola Hintz
Wyoming
M. T. Stott
Olga
Charles M
Ruth N. Luett
Onslow Savings Bank 1944 September 30 Financial Statement
Monticello Iowa bank report shows resources 8 401 477 35 total assets 9 142 195 27 deposits 1 220 864 93 and capital accounts 3 867 176 52. Officers Cartano Stimson Carpenter certify accuracy under oath October 3 1944.
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Monticello
Jones County
State OF Iowa
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R. A. Cartano
F. E. Stimson
H. M. Carpenter
Teaching in First Grade by Normal High Senior Students
Normal Training girls Ruth Pinkerton and Helen Aitchison led a first grade class from 9 to 10 am reading pre primers and drilling with new words while Miss Cruise was away. The next day a pupil recited a health poem the class learned for their substitute and Miss Cruise praised their behavior.
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Miss Cruise
Ruth Pinkerton
Helen Aitchison
Goon Fingon Shines, Clark Shannon TD Called Back
PCUTCe we PCUTCe Goon Fingon showed his mettle in five minutes of play. Clark Shannon caught a touchdown pass that was nullified for offside. Second team beat Maquoketa 18 to 8 as Newton added strong runs. Postgame treats included half ice and 60 percent water with flavoring.
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Clark Shannon
Monti High to Host All-School Dance With New Band
The "M" Club at Monti High sponsors a Friday night party featuring the school dance band in its first public appearance. Swing and boogie-woogie will fill the gym between sets as records play. Attendees can play cards and ping pong and buy food during intermission.
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Monti High
Monti
Harry James
Tommy Dorsey
M” Club
Monti High Forms Swing Band For Dances
Monti High adds a dance band to its music program with members Charles Kreeb Galen Hagen Bob Thoeni Gene Kuehl Bob Chisman Marvin Jacobs Susan Stahler Dave Walker Jerry Naylor Helen Gerdes Elmer McMichael Dick Sutherland led by band director Jane Smith. The marching band prepares new formations for tomorrow's game against Town City, with Friday's show touted as a long performance this season.
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Monti High
Charles Kreeb
Galen Hagen
Bob Thoeni
Gene Kuehl
Bob Chisman
Marvin Jacobs
Susan Stahler
Dave Walker
Jerry Naylor
Helen Gerdes
Elmer McMichael
Dick Sutherland
Iane Smith
Town City
FFA To Test Milk For Farmers At September Meeting
At a September 28 gathering the local FFA chapter formed a Junior Dairy Herd Improvement Association as a community service They will test milk for a limited number of farmers at a small fee Lawrence Rieken state farmer degree holder spoke on a supervised farming program in high school After the meeting refreshments were served Next meeting set for October 12 to plan the year’s work
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F.F.A
Lawrence ‘Rieken
Monte Calendar Seeks Russia World View Forum
Calendar notes a October 16 community forum on Russia's position in the world and a October 20 event at the local Weather Branch.
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Monte
Community Forum
Russia
Weat
Here
Gossip and school humor from a biology class
Rumors and light anecdotes circulate about Miss Gardner's class and students. Jokes about grasshoppers and home economics patchwork hint at campus life, with questions about seniors and sweaters and a teasing lead question about a gossip case.
Triem Opens Year With A Clark Presiding President Alice Clark
Triem held its first meeting of the year with Alice Clark presiding. The group planned the year’s program and set meetings for the first Thursday and third Tuesday monthly. A stamp booth will be sponsored as last year. Charles Kreeb Delphia Balster and Audrey Podhaski led the program.
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Triem
Alice Clark
Charles Kreeb
Delphia Balster
Audrey Podhaski
Junior Class Play Chosen For November 17 Presentation
Mrs. Greenley and a committee of five juniors select You Cant Take It With You by George Kaufman and Moss Hart for the junior class play. Tryouts start next week.
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Greenley
George §. Kauffman
Moss Hart
Students urged to submit points for M Chub badge
The notice asks all interested students to hand in their points to Mary Freese as soon as possible. If unsure about the point system, students may obtain it from Mary. The request emphasizes prompt action and directs readers to contact Mary for clarification.
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Mary Freese
Mary
Opinions On Postwar Military Training From Philomonte Forum
Readers at Monti High weigh compulsory military training after the war in a student forum. Opinions range from strong support citing readiness and discipline to caution against a war minded citizenry and a continued standing force.
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United States
Philomonte
Monti High
America
Claire Shannon
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