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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1940
Page
1
Washington reports that the federal civil payroll exceeded one million for the first time in U.S. history. From 562,934 in March 1933 to 875,000 in January 1940 and an added 125,000 in the past seven months, critics note much expansion predates Roosevelt's 16 May armament speech.
The article accuses the Advisory Commission on National Defense of lacking authority as top executives and experts are called to Washington. It cites New Deal red tape delaying blueprints and specifications, preventing rapid mass production despite congressional authorization of $5 billion. It predicts a national defense scandal and criticizes President Roosevelt for centralizing control.
A principal difficulty in the defense program is President Roosevelt's preference for Communist fellow-travelers in key positions. Sidney Hillman heads the labor coordination effort, making the Defense Commission offices a rallying point for various collectivists. David Lasser, founder of the Workers' Alliance of America, met with White House officials on July 2 and July 3 to offer services, raising Capitol Hill debate over his role.
At the Philadelphia National Convention Wendell L. Willkie heard from Dwight H. Green, Illinois Republican nominee for Governor, that reaction to Willkie's nomination in Illinois is splendid. Green predicts a strong Illinois delegation to the acceptance ceremonies and vows the prairie state will be "on fire" for Willkie by fall. Green noted Wayland Brooks traveled to Colorado with his son before campaign work begins. Over 800 well-wishers greeted Willkie at the airport as traffic halted and crowds cheered.
Victoria Chapter No 253 will perform initiatory work Monday July 22 at 8:00. Visiters from neighboring chapters invited and all members urged to attend. Mention of members and local residents appears among surrounding notes.
An accident marred the first night of arrival with many attendees listed including Norma Rose Miller Connie Meador Jeanne Kilgore Dy Gilley Martha Matchett Lyla Jolfiff Mary Helen Jennings Joan Mill Golf Peggy Parks Carnell Evalena Jennie Mae Crawford Betty Evelyn Easton Nancy Simcox Lugille Field Mrs Dana Jennings and Maxine Scott Visitors named include Mr and Mrs Porter Simcox and others. The Girl Scouts thank those who assisted and especially acknowledge kindness.
J B Counts of the Illinois Agricultural Association says Commodity Credit Corporation funds totaling 7 009 000 enable purchases of 25 billion pounds of butter. The Dairy Price Marketing Administration program keeps prices steady, lowers peaks, and boosts consumption, with butter prices staying within a two cent range for over 100 days.
The Royal Christian group held its sixth meeting at Hazel Sicher’s home on July 18 1940. Vice president Betty Lou Richeson led in the president’s absence, with plans for next gathering noted at Bonnie Aug. 10 1940. Attendees included Fran Fritz Les and Nancy Fo inaiman Hazel Belchi Betty Lou Richey and Mrs Perrine. A baby girl was born to Mr and Mrs James A at the St italin.
The piece notes the Willkie nomination as a triumph of public sentiment over machine politics. It highlights his unlikely rise from obscurity, lack of prior office, and a campaign run by amateurs, with praise from critics for his defense of individual liberty against state control.
The Fraternity meets Friday with most members present led by Mrs. D. W. Troyer. Murfin spoke on Growing Up Not Old while Mrs. A. E. Good and Mrs. J. C. Beery won contests. Next gathering will be hosted by Mrs. Wasem Rogier and Settem with entertainment planned.
The Marion County Republican Women invite all Republicans or sympathizers to attend Tuesday July 23 at the Salem Reunion. A basket dinner starts at noon and guests should bring extra food. Speakers include C Wayland Brooks and Dwight H Green, candidates for U S Senator and Governor. Reception planned on the picnic grounds.
Effective July 1 1940 residents and businesses face new rate schedules from Light and Power. Rate A covers 10 KW or less at 1.60 minimum and 9c per KW above 10. Rate B charges 6c per KW for the first 150 KW and 3c per KW above, with minimums of 1.00 for single phase and 2.50 for three phase. Rate C combines power cooking and water heating with 50 KW or less at 3.00 minimum and 2c per KW above 50, plus a 2000 watt appliance restriction. Rate D eliminates the present social heat rate of 4c per KW, directing users to power rate.
The vacation Bible School of the Baptist Sunday School held a picnic at the park at noon Friday. A basket dinner was served. Several parents of Bible School students attended.
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