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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1944
Page
2
The Oelwein Dally Register is declared published weekly with dates and pricing details. Names listed include LEW WARREN NICOL and VERLA MOONEY with carrier and mail rates per week and per year.
A wartime editorial discusses Allied strength and German potential threats. It debates new weapons including self propelled devices, rockets, and flying bombs, warning of the terrifying possibilities if warfare escalates. The piece questions future powers and calls for vigilance against ruthless developments.
Paul R. Bumbarger reports on Iowa’s tax policy debate as lawmakers consider whether to forgive or delay state income tax payments, debating full restoration, half-collection, or permanent suspension. The piece notes political divisions, potential actions by Governor Blue and others, and mentions figures tied to Des Moines and surrounding coverage.
The report sketches a chaotic scene from Capitol visit discussions with Governor Blue and Bill McFartin promotion, while wartime stamp book updates detail new blue stamp validity, sugar and oil coupons, gasoline and vehicle allowances, and war bond push urging investment and equipment for soldiers.
A listing of 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM programs across CBS NBC and other networks. Highlights include Love a Mystery, Dowdle, The News, Johnny Betts, Nick Carter, Sherlock Holmes, Lew Diamond's orchestra, Chicago at Night, Cavalcade of America, Telephone Hour, and Dr T Q Mercer Music Shop. Includes news bulletins and various music and drama features.
The article discusses a proposed 24 hour workweek and its potential effects on industry and personal leisure. It references a Senate hearing and opinions on overtime norms, production plans, and possible career opportunities arising from shorter hours.
A dense rundown lists programs on WMT CBS MBS and NBC stations from 6:00 to 12:60 with Variety shows news and musical acts. Notable entries include Jimmy Hillara's Band at 22:00, Nick Carter return at 5, Galene Heatter news, Kassel's Orchestra, Johnny Presents Ginny Sims, Mystery Theater and Words at War, ending with Slumber Hour at 12:60.
A courtroom saga unfolds as Ellery Queen confronts a web of doubt in the Jim Haight case. Witnesses including Alberta Manasius and Emmeline DuPré testify on cocktails, poison, handwriting and alibis. Jewelry pledges from Simpson’s Pawnshop implicate Haight as the sole mixer.
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