Ace in the hole Private Smith mocks war sentiment
A hometown column argues that Americans back aiding Britain while avoiding war, claiming an unseen ace in the form of Private John Smith, a seemingly ordinary soldier who embodies national resolve. The piece recalls draft history and public ambivalence, ending with a tease about future news from Hughes.
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Socialism on the way in America warned against
A columnist argues socialism fails due to human character and cites history from Pentecost to Amana. He denounces Marxist theory, praises motherhood, critiques Orphan homes in Russia, notes rising debt and foreclosures, and warns taxes and state control threaten private property and government, urging caution as war debt grows.
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Moulton
Tribune born in 8 dollars per year inside the county
The item notes a Tribune publication pricing at 1.25 dollars annually inside the county, with a 1.50 dollar rate used elsewhere. The OCR fragment offers limited context but indicates subscription figures for local readers. No additional names or places are clearly identifiable.
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Tribune
Sparks of Peace and Name-Calling in Town
A town row over war and appeasement surfaces as residents debate tolerance. Voices split between hawks and doves, with occasional references to Joe Kennedy as a moderating influence. The piece notes confusion and a push for calm amid sharp rhetoric.
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Joe Kennedy
Hughes School News Notes Student Activities and Activities
Eva Mae Starr teaches in Hughes School as spring fever arrives with nicer weather. Ione Eaton is out sick with mumps while Richard Davis misses class for a cold. Six Evangeline pictures are ready and a Three Pigs poster drawing is complete. Perfect spelling papers were earned by Wanda Mickels Ila Dean Grey and Carolyn Grey. The choir sings The Cradle Song and spelling words for the County Contest on March 29 are planned. A school contest on March 14 will give the winner extra study time. A playhouse was built in the coal house corner and more playthings arrived Friday from various sources.
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Ione Eaton
Richard Davis
Evangeline
Carolyn Grey
Wanda Mickels
Ila Dean Grey
Melody Ranch Opens at Iowa Theatre With Gene Autry
The Iowa Theatre debuts Melody Ranch Gene Autry as star in a double feature with Gallant Sons Jackie Cooper Bonita Granville and Gail Patrick. Arizona outdoor romance with Jean Arthur and William Holden also screens next Sunday for a three day engagement with timed starts.
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Mr. Deeds
William Holden
Notice for Dr. W. L. Downing in Moulton Iowa
Public notice appears for Dr. W. L. Downing with the office at his residence in Moulton Iowa. The item indicates a matter related to residency or practice location.
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W. L. Downing
Moulton, Iowa
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