Industrial giants and a wary outlook on war
A discussion on the United States industrial power and potential wartime output highlights the enormity of steel and auto sectors. The piece notes large shipyards, hull construction, and the broader capacity of industry to supply the arsenal for World War II. It also weighs American public sentiment, German descent voters, and political figures like Willkie and Roosevelt in shaping support for Britain and defense.
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Adolf
Sipive
War
Ha Letilaheay Steel Corporation
Steel Company
United States
Wauteey
Mare
Tore
Faclorica Gail
Hitler
Britain
Tim
Engle
Balkans
Prmide
Hiller
Minulio
Cernany
Willie
Aft
Willkie
Miller
Willkie Visit in England Sparks American Political Debate
First hand observations detail Willkie's England visit and his clear, simple analyses of war questions. Report notes his direct speaking style and potential impact on American morale and opinion as Germany reacts to his views on events and dates.
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United Shires
England
Iie
Bis Fiege
Yle
Roosevelt
Wontell
Willkie
Faermaire
Texas
Leen Sid
Mx. Willkie
Willkin
Aingland
Germany
Mr. Willkie
Twat
Subsidies and Farm Policy Debate in Minnesota Economist View
A University of Minnesota economist argues soil conservation payments are unlikely to become a permanent policy and mainly serve farm income, while tariffs and government aid justify protective measures. He questions ongoing subsidies, cites war-time prices and demand, and outlines possible futures including higher parity payments or production controls, with Willkie’s political prospects noted. The piece also includes historical anecdotes and reflections on prior agricultural policy.
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Io Conny
Congress
Agriculure
Ford
Domelling
Fara
Washington News Slips Into Tangled Federal Runaway Debate
A fragmented paragraph discusses federal agencies and runaway costs amid a Washington, D C context. It notes looming spikes and cautious steps by the average consumer as spring approaches, hinting at policy pressures and economic concerns affecting daily life.
Fifth column fears shadow wartime networks
A cryptic critique warns of a fifth columnist menace from a wartime lineage. It urges Congress to aid investigations into clandestine “Demons” and profit seeking operatives, claiming metal shortages drive public anxiety and urging tighter controls on purchases and doors remaining open to temptations.
Thought Gems on Courtesy and Love From Poets and Philosophers
A fragmentary meditation on courtesy as a social virtue. It cites Goethe, Mary Taker Budy, and George Ta son, noting small gracious acts reveal inner character. The text muses that true politeness springs from sincere hearts, shaping outward behavior and deeper feelings.
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Allie
Goethe
Grohoma and New Grain Are Identical Varieties
Farmers say Grohoma and New Grain are essentially the same variety used for sorghum and forage. Agricultural experts note identical forage yields and growth, with New Grain often priced lower than Grohoma. Tests at Ames show little difference in yield or forage quality, though small distinctions may exist with selection.
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John Hesarin
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Ubi Grohtma
Witste
Grahama
Lowa
Ames
Wilsie
Widespread Cold Delays Weddings Amid Local Notices
In days of long ago, notices report Bereavements and marriages across several towns. Ast Vander Sanden mourns a Ginger loss at Boy Mars hospital while Francis Curia underwent wrist surgery in Linn Gily. Abs Asanda Bradley Long dies at home in Sanborn. Miss Gertrude Tensen wed Wie Ver Berg. Ma and Mrs J C Witheerman celebrate 45th anniversary. Jobs Gebhardt Joymoy dies at Owenshoute California. Several weddings postponed due to severe cold weather and icy conditions.
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Ast Vander Sanden
Mars Hospital
Francis Curia
Linn
Gily
Asanda Bradley Long
Sanborn
Gertrude Tensen
Wie
Ver Berg
J.C. Wit Ieerman
Miss Gettride and Sam Woestra Tie The Knot
Ten years ago in 1931 Miss Gettride Post married Sam Woestra in a quiet ceremony. Adaightur became Sky’s wife and Mrs Ollie Baskie. Walter, their son, traveled to Des Moines with a hardware dealer. Laverre Belangey, described as druggish, spent ten days with his parents in Montgomery Minnesota. The note mentions visits by Sion Site to his parents Ay and Mrs Mat Wulpota.
Fifteen Years Ago in 1926 Pump Work Near Completion
The 1926 note recalls completion of pump work in the valley area, with supply issues in western parts of the state. Albert Bonthuis died. G Sehammer departed to Des Moines for a hardware dealers’ meeting. Two Trebor left for St Paul for millinery market week. Tor a Brower and John Van Osterloo wed. The mayor cautions temperate behavior, not to overdo celebrations.
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Ack Vallay
oAlbert Bonthuis
Sehammer
Des Moines
Taynman
Washington
Califxoraig
St Paul
Tora Brower
John van Osterloo
Local notices and births in Oranze area
Wichn Sas Sr died at home in Oranze City. Dick Van Eldik named justice of the peace replacing Stare Thayer. Bleeker, manager of the local telephone office, and bride Lally Moyers married in Reed Valley. A boy born to Afr and 3B Henry J. Vanite Weert, another to Jo and Mrs Richard Post. D Waterhouse of Biou City to return to Rook Valley as pharmacist at Corner drug store. Market report notes 192: butter fat and creamery butter prices and corn values.
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Wichn Sas
Oranze City
Dick van Eldik
Stare Thayer
Bleeker
Lally Moyers
Reek Valley
Henry J. Vanite Weert
Richard Post . D. Waterhouse
Bious City
Rook ¥ Falley
Hess
Twenty Five Years Ago 1918 Mudgel Cullinan Dies
An obituary recalls Mudgel Cullinan passing away at his son's home. The snippet also notes a 42 page booklet promoting Shin world city life and agricultural prospects. Market prices show corn 60 to 52 cents, oats 41 to 42, barley 60 to 65 cents, hogs 6.90 to 7.25, butter 30 cents.
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Mudgel Cullinan
Vulpan
Tee Rock Valley
Colintry Elyh
Rankire
Shin
Gerrit W. Rogeboom
Thirty Years Ago Remarked in St and As
A fragment notes a planned trip to California by A Parkinson and mentions an "Old Davis Convention" to benefit a Methodist court. Cobs in demand and Pardons ad referenced, with unclear context and several garbled names.
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Parkinson
Valifornia
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