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Newspaper
Oelwein Daily Register
Location
Oelwein, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1943
Page
2
Editorial argues discontent with OPA stems from war conditions not price limits. Neutral observer urges thinking of rationing as OUR effort, not THEY imposed, to control inflation and support the war, emphasizing collective responsibility and perseverance.
Major General George Fielding, famed for restraint, vents fatigue at repeated senatorial prompts about Siberian bases for attacking Japan. He accuses Wheeler and Chandler of steering public opinion against Russian help against Germany and notes Colonel Lindbergh’s disappearance from isolationist ranks. He argues allied victory hinges on defeating Germany first, then tackling Asia.
The piece lauds Chinese military resolve and morale on the Yangtze River, arguing they have turned the tide with American air power and material aid. It predicts stronger Chinese resistance against Japan with more planes, guns, bombs, and token U.S. troops, and envisions China joining the Tokyo invasion after Europe is settled.
Fragmentary text suggests an Iowa political context with an out of state official duties, a lieutenant governor acting, and the governor preparing for a potential return to office. The snippet hints at leadership dynamics and power questions within the state government.
A national outlook shapes Iowa politics as Governor explores eastward talks in Springfield Omaha and Washington while hints of a Democratic gubernatorial bid by Leroy Mercer surface. Party leadership shifts, the timing of a successor to Fred Gilbert, and regional political maneuvering frame a crowded midyear scene.
June dates mark validity and expirations for red meat and sugar stamps in War and Red ration books, plus blue processed food stamps and fuel related stamps. Notable entries include sugar stamp No 13 valid through August 15, stamps 14 and 15 through October 31, coffee stamp No 24 through June, gasoline stamps through July 21, and various meat stamp expirations from June to October 31.
The twelfth Speed family reunion gathered 35 attendees at Arlington City Park on Sunday for a picnic dinner. Distant guests traveled from Strawberry Point Manchester and Wadena among others. A separate Bond Reunion also met, with families from Oelwein Randalla Winthrop and Arlington sharing baskets and stories.
Radio schedules list programs across four networks on weeknights from 6:00 p.m. to midnight. Entries include Dr. Preston Bradley, News of the World, Maxwell House Coffee Time, The Aldrich Family, Kraft Music Hall, Bing Crosby, Comedy Show, News, and late-night music blocks, featuring station lineups for WGN MBS, WMT CBS-MRS, and WENR WLS BN.
A dense listing of 1940s radio programming across WHO WGN WMT and WENT stations. Include 6:00 pm to midnight shows with hosts such as Kaltenborn Manners Tinney Heatter and Kenton plus music acts and news briefs. Program blocks cover comedy variety dance orchestras and war issues with multiple station notes.
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