Chiang Kai-shek and Chinese Communists in era of war and aid
A prominent critique argues Chiang Kai-shek resisted Soviet and Japanese pressure by aligning against the Chinese Communists while seeking U.S. support. It notes Maoist forces, Soviet relations, and the broader wartime context, questioning the national leadership’s strategies and outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chiang Wai-shek
Japan
Tillers
Stalin
Chiang
Tessing
Barapa
Japan Bay
General Sitwell
Chiang Kai-shek
Unclear text on veterans affair postponement
The readable fragments describe a postponement related to a veterans event or procedure, mentioning dates December 1 to February 9 and references to a high trainee and gallantry discharge. Other readable items include names such as Menny Houston and Mrs Slan Christic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurion Weal
Crean
Lenin
Menny Houston
Mo Vemwans
Alain
Slan Christic
Bach to Speak at Meeting of Methodist Men
Dr Marcus Bach, University of Town City professor of religion, will address the Brotherhood of Methodist men at First Methodist Church on Wednesday December 3. The event includes a dinner in the church dining room, music by Wess Jayne’s male quartet, and an evening gown dress of the occasion. Bach lecture topic titled The Present Goal-Long.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tie Brotweoud
First Methodes
Wiley Seison
Wess Jeyan
Leeaudress
Marcus Bach
University of Town
Bach
Father Divine
Dr. Bach
WSUI
Brotherhood
West Highland PTA Meeting Noted Local Participation
West Highland PTA attendees included Mr and Mrs Donald Lawrence and family Mr and Mrs Warren Heusel Mr and Mrs Pam Helner and Carolyn Ann Mr and Mrs Willard Carden and family Mrs Lynn Peach and Mrs Marnest McDowell and family Mrs John Lydens Patt Draale Dorothselty and Jeciee Eyvattt Bogue Airs Graham team and other locals. Teacher Marjorie Heizer attended with families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hirappa Altes
Warren Teusel
Paul Thyrives
Donald Lawrence
Ard
Warren Heusel
Pam Helner
Carolyn Ann
Willard Carden
Lynn Peach
Air
Marnest McDowell
John Lydens
Patt
Draale
Dorothselty
Jeciee- Eyvattt
Graham
Sandy
Janet
Hepker
John Collins
Marjorie Heizer
Four Properties Sold at Tax Sale
Eight bidders attended the county tax sale at the county treasurer's office Monday morning. The largest bidders include Savin and Lest, Felevson, and Leola Ferd, each purchasing one or more properties as part of one of the season's smaller tax sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Man Savin
Lest Bough
Arthur Felevson
Leola Ferd
Four-H girls receive food mills awards in 1949-47 era
Four-H girls Margaret Mathews Charlotte Strothnean Letitia Kneen and others received awards described as food mills from Malay Marutahwring company. The recognition highlights goals like earning food items, preparing and serving meals, and supporting the club program through active participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marutahwring Company
Margaret Mathews
Cannanettes
Wit
Charlotte Strothnean
New Fonden Lassies
Letitia Kneen
Reo
Ghly
Jenn
Mt Union Amvels Auxiliary Plans Christmas Gift Boxes
The Mt Union Amvels Auxiliary posts plans to send Christmas boxes to service members and hospital patients. Committees confirm prepared gift boxes and an all day gathering led by Mrs Stella Anderson at the country night event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Union Amvels
Arsiliary
Stella Andreson
Oon
Bolihe
Nospital
Phlkinen
Hong
Man Charged for Passing in Restricted Zone
Richard Herbert, a former Mt Pleasant resident, was cited for passing in a restricted lane on a highway north of Olds. He pleaded guilty before Justice G A Talawell. The report includes garbled text and unclear details about the proceeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard Herbert Insovs
Caréage
Mt. Pyeasant
Patro Mites
Olds
Iternation
G. A. Talawell
Appeal to All to Take Home Homeless Dogs
The Humane Society offers dogs for homes to save them from destruction. A mixed fox terrier from a nine year old boy’s compation needs a mamery and a caring family. An $8 fee helps reserve one for Christmas and provide a home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mummy Society
Hunane Society
Will Join in Collecting Corn For Foreign Relief
The Beary County Farm Bureau announces a campaign to collect corn for foreign relief. County leaders and civic groups will organize a banner drive under the slogan Its Own World Aid with a central collection center and coordinators named. Deadline for completion is stated as December.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beary County Farm Bureau
Wharimensig
Town Farm Bureau Federation
Tora el Car County
County Farm Bureau
TL. Keith
Waners Chatman
Diyight Smith
Chiwch Reaiers
Tors Moines
Dee
Johnson Baldosier wedding in Chicago details reported
A Chicago ceremony on November 23 united Miss Lowe Johnson and Mr. Baldosier in a double wedding. Rev. William J. O Hana officiated with Prof. Robert Williams at the organ. Dorothea Mathews and Donald Greene attended as singers, and the couple plans to reside in Chicago while the groom attends school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. O'Hana
Robert Williams
Albert Jackeen
Buffalo
N.Y
Dorothea Mathews
Killcothe
Mr. Donald Greene
Port Madison
Wecone
Wesleyan Girls to Meet Carolina Champions Tuesday
The Wesleyan girls basketball team hosts the Carolina champions from Winston-Salem North Carolina on Tuesday night in a remaining home game. The visiting team, the Williams Hosiery squad, are finalists in the national AAU.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesleyan
Tues
Tew Wesleyan
Tames Hosiery
Winet
Prof Fracassini Named in Current Who's Who in Art
The article notes Professor Fracassini listed in the current Who's Who in American Art. It mentions the 1947 publication, selection process, and his affiliations with various universities. The Town Wes library holds the volume for reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Fracassini
Rites Held for Professor Ovionell in Tennessee
The community conducted funeral rites for Professor Ovionell of Grinnell College. Family members and faculty attended as the late professor, a long-time member of the faculty, was remembered for his scholarly contributions and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ovionell
Shirles Erward Payne
Grinnell Gale
Fire damages Marion businesses in basement blaze
Fire raged Saturday afternoon in the old Kendall Building basement causing smoke and water damage to Kendall Hardware and nearby Rocky Grocery. Kendall Hardware store and adjoining shop sustained heavy damage while insurers and authorities investigate the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Tnsi
Marion Businues
Kendall
Kendall Hardware Store
Dunope Walker
A. Stasy Jo Msurance Agency
the Eagles
Driving Without License Fine Reported in Local Court
A male offender pleaded guilty to operating a motor vehicle without a license and paid a fine of five dollars. The incident occurred as the individual was observed on Walnut Street near the school, with authorities noting the driver’s lack of proper licensing and the subsequent court proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pony Wepen
Corts
Hallo
Heotise
Hopker
Ghee
Poles Duumisan
Walnut School
One Killed and 12 Hurt In Auto Crash Near Story City
A fatal crash on Highway 69 near Story City Ta injured 12 others and killed a 21 year old. Among the injured are Jewell 35 and Igwell children Nooney 8 with a fractured skull, Charles 12, Curpell 10, Derry 4, Donald 4, Doris 4, Armail 2. Arloh Messen 28 of Garden City and wife 24 and their daughter 4 also hurt. Police say Mossu Tule was passing another car when he collided and caused the fatal impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Story City
Mesdutta
Nipal
Pho
Jewell
Eign Igwell
Nooney
Charies
Curpell
Derry
Donald
Doris
Nune
Armail
Arloh Messen
Garden Gi Yane
Policy Sail de Mossu
Winfield Church to Undertake Remodel and Redecoration
The Winfield church plans extensive remodeling next year including new heating, basement expansion, and redecorating to serve Sunday School classes and social events. Rev G E Chandler presented the plan to 100 attendees, trustees launch fundraising with a $15,000 goal, and a canvas to gather donations begins with December 11 as a key date. Carl Carden named temporary treasurer in William Feldman’s absence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winfield Bencor
Peachett
Carl Carden
William Feldman
Alliman Will Admitted Here In Probate
The will of Peter J. Alman born is admitted to probate on testimony of Lloyd P. Alliman. Drawn December 1928, witnessed by Jd. N. Hillman and Edward B. Wittig. Estate left to Lydia Alliman including 50 acres in Jefferson township and personal property. If Lydia remarries, she would receive one third of the balance. rest divided among Nebbo Hinks and children Edward, large Tia, Eldava, Tota, Luis, Tydia and Manat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter J. Alman
Lloyd P.alliman
Jd. N. Hillman
Edward B Wittig
Lydia Alliman
Jefferson Township
Lydia Aliman
Nebbo Hinks
Namie
Fan
Edward
Large Tia
Eldava
Tota
Luis
Tydia
Manat
Miss Martha Nihart and Herbert Hoover Married Saturday
Miss Martha Nihart daughter of Mrs Neva Nihaty Ohio and J I Wichark Mt Pleasant wed Herbert Hoover son of Mr and Mrs Steve Hoover Mt Pleasant on Saturday in a small church ceremony. The bride wore a light brown suit with brown accessories. she was attended by Mrs Bark Barenf. The couple will reside at 109 Nor 1 White and plan to move to a new home next spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Nihart
Neva. Nihaty
Omtehninti
Ohio
J. 1 Wichark
Mt Prasant
Herbert Hover
Steve Yeover
Mt. Presant
J Welsh
Bark
Hoover
Vine
Jay Bte Tington
Neover
Thoresy
Hota
Ft Franting
Lo Jh
Agricultural Evening School to Begin in December
A joint meeting plan announces the 1947 48 agricultural evening school course opening December 4. Farmers and interested parties are invited to attend at the study hall of the high school. Topics focus on current agricultural problems and include soils and soil conservation, building and structural topics, beet grading, and utilization with regional experts listed for each session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agriculuryehen
High
Yie Uiver
Tyaetar Co
Representa Live
Furn Buildings Fi
Gespral
Andersen
Chay Products Instituta
Towa
Minnesota
J. Mortis Ghrisly
Wilson Packing Go
Cedar Rapids
Trial of Polk County Supervisor Begins in Boone
The trial of Roydy Bil, former Polk County Board of Supervisors chairman, on charges of obtaining county money under false pretenses started in Boone. The state called 22 witnesses, with $72.00 involved, and the case was moved to Green on venue change. The proceeding is part of a broader Polk County probes from an inquiry by a grand jury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone
Roydy Bil
Polk County Bear of Supervisors
Stark
Tild
Polk County
Sun
Grand
Clarence i. Jounson
Johnson
Will and Codicils Admitted in Probate Filing
Thewl yf Anpa M Eleher admitted to probate with two codicils dated 1938 witnessed by Ben A Galer and K Melvin G Toth naming 1 08 executor. The will left the estate to an adopted son WillN P Richer and divided the remainder among nieces and nephews including Ros McClintie Barry McCliitt Mable Huffman Grace McCoy Mausler Glen arccay and Maye Wolfe. Executors named Dessie Giehrr and Mary B Bichiay in law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Eleher
Willn P Richer
Ros McClintie
Barry MecCliitt
Mable Huffman
Grace McCoy Mausler
Glen Arccay
Mt Did McCoy Closet
Maye Wolfe
Paul Waitt
Jessie PL
Min
Styler
sterlain-Lin
Abbie McClint
Waite
Ning McClinie
Katie
Miay Eichrr
Dessie
Giehrr
Mary B. Bichiay
Jacob Richer Citi
Buck Deer Feeds With Cattle In Lot
A deer enters a farm lot and feeds alongside cattle as farmers in the area observe from nearby brush. Neighbors report the animal’s activity near Vallmare and Wind of the Munters area. details on actions or outcomes remain unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Himler
Landon
Violence erupts in Palestine as tensions rise
At least 18 people are reported slain in Palestine amid calls of Holy War and protests against the United Nations partition plan. Thousands, including Arab students, march in Jerusalem while violence follows attacks on foreign legations in Damascus. The UN Palestine Commission plans emergency sessions as the 1947 assembly's partition endorsement faces continued turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Palestie
Wil
Welente
Palestine
Ark
Latin Gate
Damascus
Lege
Lake Success
New York
INS
United Nations Five Mation Palestine Commission
Holy Land
General Assembly
Mieruditer
Madrigal Singers To Present Concert At Congregational Church
The Madrigal Singers will present an eight concert Wednesday at 7 30 PM at the Congregational Church. The public program will include sacred music solos and oboe pieces with light refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrigal Singers
Madrizal Singers
Congregational Church
Farm Lands in IOP Area to Be Sold
Farm lands totaling about 400 acres in the town ordinance plant area will be offered for sale. The Federal Farm Mortgage Corporation has announced the sale. The land is described as being in the southwest and southeast parts of the area.
Deed Recorded for Homeland Company Addition Property
A deed recorded transferring property from Fred E. Hully to A. B. Kutlengeck and wife in the Homeland Company’s Second Addition at New London. The transaction documents the transfer of lots one and two in the subdivision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred E. Hully
A. B. Kutlengeck
Homeland Company
New London
Collision Injures Drivers in Waterloo Area
Reported Saturday, Mildred Rhearns and Ja Witterlan suffered injuries in a collision at an intersection near Waterloo. A car and a truck collided. authorities say the drivers were exiting a door and backing at the moment of impact. Waterlaa hospital treated the wounded.
Fire Truck Responds To Olds Area Call
Fire units were dispatched near Olds to a reported incident as EMS and hospital personnel attended follow ups. The text includes multiple names and places such as Memorial Hospital Noles and Locketge with several individuals listed in connection to various medical and family events.
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George Eyays
George B Bulkeley
China
Chiang Kat- Shel
Lise
Krom
Sines
Belaveen
Russia
Grang
Michael Boredta
Marea
Bhleeher
Galens
Joswad
Baku
al Ainseow
Soviet
Chiang Kideshek
Chiang“hay
United States
Ltussia
Mr .Srantan
Marsha
Na Honal
Commuunists
Marshall
Siels
Cuiny
Kramtin
Poland
Tis County
United Blales
Pegikieed Il
Parone Gua
West
Highland Pta
Tim Ute
Gopynight
King Feautures
Syunileate
Bethany Fresbyteviance
Chicago
Lowe Johnson
Woe, Lee
Ware
Syle Baldusius
Ray Baldosier
Wis
David Lawrence
Snhool
Wesan
Wealeyn
Winfield
Alliman Will
Herbert Hoover
Mimi Ties
Chenba Brown
Place Wah
Yryhres Weluck Monty
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