McNary Outlines Farm Policy Themes
Senator Charles L. McNary, Republican vice presidential candidate, spoke in Aurora Illinois urging stronger American markets for farm products. He criticized the New Deal for failing to solve farm problems, argued for parity and constructive programs, and urged decentralization and cost reduction in federal farm aid. He promised to seek a formula to stabilize farm prices and improve farmers' standing alongside other producers.
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Aurora
Ilinois
Charles L. McNary
McNary
Wendell Willkie
Senator McNary
United States
New Deal
Edith Wilkie Life Story Reveals Mrs Willkie’s Quiet Rise
Edith Wilkie wife of the Republican candidate recounts a modest life from Rushville Indiana to Akron Ohio. She recalls meeting Wendell Willkie at a wedding in 1918 and marriage on January 24 1918. She values family over politics and aims to be a devoted wife mother and charming hostess.
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Edith Wilk Wilkie
Nashville
Indiana
Miller Hamilton
Indianapolis
Rushville
Mrs. Willkie
University of Indiana
Elwood
Wendell Willkfe
Willkie
Field Artillery
Akron
Firestone
Philip
Spectatora
Edith
Wilk
Unclear text blocks reveal political unrest and arrests
The readable fragments describe protests and government actions with references to authorities and detainees. Names and precise places are unreadable, but the pressure suggests a political or social disturbance and a crackdown affecting several individuals.
Willkie Campaigns for National Defense and Liberty in 1940
The piece argues for Willkie over Roosevelt, praising Willkie as better for national defense and economic strength. It cites Willkie as a practical liberal who would boost production, reduce Roosevelt’s power, and resist a third-term presidency. It condemns Roosevelt’s expansion of executive power and urges support for Willkie’s candidacy.
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New Fork
Roosevelt
Ats
Rosevelt
Stima
Indae
Willkie
Redsaveit
Europe
United States
Choeste
Congress
Reat
For Rent and Sale Notice Across Farm and Gun Trade
Classified brief listing two large unfurnished rooms for rent and a farm offer by Mary Martin seeking sale trade or purchase on weather road. Also a Winchester 97 pump gun and Winchester rifle for sale plus an electric radio and a note by Luther Perrine.
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Mary Martin
Frank Belche
Patoka
Winchester
Luther Perrine
Loyalty Sunday and Communion Day Observed at Methodist Church
The Sunday School drew 96 attendees with an offering of 5.76 dollars while no preaching occurred due to the Harrisburg Conference. Loyalty Sunday urged full participation, with Communion Day planned for Sunday October 13. Rev. Maurice Ballance led prayer in the pastor’s absence. envelopes for the new year were requested from stewards.
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Harrisburg
Dorothy DeLay
L. E. Green Jr
L. E. Green Sr
Bobby Slagle
Charles . Griffin
Geo. J. Wasem
Maurice Ballance
Hom Ig Young Peon
Sunday Church Services and Welcome for Mary Elizabeth
Sunday School at 9 30 with services to follow including communion and an evening 7 30 service. Bible Study with Mrs. Bryan Davidson on Thursday October 3 at 2 o'clock. Newborn girl Mary Elizabeth to Mr and Mrs Glen Walker born September 26 at Breese hospital. Mrs Taylor Nall hosted an informal tea last Wednesday afternoon.
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Glen Walker
Mary Elizabeth
Breese Hospital
Taylor Nall
Mission Week of Prayer Observed at Local School
The report notes the State Mission Week of Prayer program observed on Thursday afternoon. A total of 78 attended last Sunday’s service at school with a $26.00 offering. Birthday songs honored Edwin Miller and Mrs. Harry Nattier. Midweek services are set for 7 30 Thursday evening as the second chapter of Acts is studied. A Friday L L L class weiner breast is planned at the home of Mr and
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W. M
W. M. Nattier
State Mission
Edwin Miller
Harry Nattier
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Third Tern
Seuetine
Roose
Piero
Bae Willkts
the Methodist Church
George’s
Salem
Illinois
Beery
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Servig
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Burtschi Motor Co
Vandalia
Hlinais
C. Ss
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Vernon
Patoka Elevator Co
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