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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1948
Page
2
The article notes a planned traffic improvement discussing widening 1st Avenue SE from Prescott south to line, with the idea already contemplated years ago but dropped. It cites that the block is heavy and widening would be a big improvement, though minimal work is required to implement.
Congress has not reported action on a bill to raise the salaries of postal employees and their secretaries. The proposed increase has been under consideration for two years with little progress.
Open Forum letters urge signed contributions as readers celebrate Dad with gifts and family affection. The piece notes Dad enjoys the attention yet may feel shy about it, while the community fondly anticipates a week’s countdown to Father’s Day.
Hawkeye community page reports Marlyn Moody visiting Colorado, local youths leaving for Waterloo work, and the first band concert of the season in Hawkeye park. Several social visits, baptisms, and picnic plans are noted, plus farm moves, home improvements, and summer employment news involving families such as the Fedelers, Bemises, Foots, and Wiss.
The Wadena area held a weekend of gatherings with Mrs. Ole Johnson's birthday dinner at her home featuring guests from West Union, Clermont, Arlington and Postville. Family celebrations included Clyde Bond's 40th birthday surprise with relatives from Wadena, McGregor, and nearby towns. A Red Cross drive, dinner gatherings, and card games filled the social calendar amid reminiscences of local acquaintances.
Clermont correspondent reports on the East Clermont Sewing Society meeting with entertainment by Mesdames Hans Bilden Miller Hildar Bilden Tilpher Bilden and Henry Peterson. Mrs M J Brockhus led the program. Various residents are noted visiting relatives, graduating at US A Fayette, returning from travels, and flying plans. Families referenced include the Loftsgards Nelsons Follettes Olson Svensons Barker Matt and Schrader. The piece closes with a marketing line about the newspaper’s news coverage quality.
A columnist mocks the President's travel comfort and security during a tour, noting the secret service and federal power aid his nightly lodging. The piece jokes about political opponents predicting an early November setback and comments on campaign behaviors and voter gifts along the journey.
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