Japanese War Strength Overestimated by Their Propaganda
American occupation findings debunk Japanese claims of high literacy and advanced science. Few read newspapers easily, doctors lacked training, narcotics sales funded control efforts, and public health was poor. Japanese wartime tactics showed gaps in discipline and research, with limited true strength against the United States and allies.
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Carroll Binder
United States
Japan
U. S
Britain
Philippines
China
Russia
Editors Debating Public Debt and Tax Relief
The Davenport Democrat argues that a national debt of 260 billion and a budget gap of 37 billion demand less spending and prudent money use to curb taxes and government benefits. Humboldt Independent notes opposition to the Iowa assessors law shifting to a county plan, fearing loss of township rights and local favoritism. Wright County Monitor mentions radio broadcasts to Russia including an American folk song Open the Door Richard. Extravaganza features seed corn salesmen humor. Sibley Gazette Tribune endorses Truman's loyalty purge with harsh language against traitors and outsiders.
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Davenport
Humboldt
Iowa
Wright County Monitor
Russia
Richard
Public Turns Against Unions in Congress and States
The public mood shifts against organized labor with votes in Congress and new state laws aimed at restricting labor rights. John L. Lewis and other leaders face criticism as strikes disrupt business, raising pressure for stricter measures now and possible amendments during the labor shortage.
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Congress
John L. Lewis
Financial Report of the Town of Rolfe Iowa 1947
Town of Rolfe Iowa presents receipts and expenditures for the year ending March 31 1947 with details on general government protection of life and property highways and streets recreation and utilities. The report records taxes licenses fines and miscellaneous income along with municipal indebtedness and property valuation for tax assessment.
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Rolfe
Iowa
Accident claims life of Patricia Ann Carney in Emmetsburg
In Emmetsburg a young girl Patricia Ann Carney was accidentally shot when an older brother tried to intervene as she handled a loaded shotgun. The gun discharged, killing Patricia Ann instantly. Authorities say the event is an accidental death.
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Emmetsburg
Patricia Ann Carney
Patricia Ann
Burglaries Strike Algona Eight Businesses Targeted
Algona saw a sudden burglary spree last week with eight business houses entered in the small hours. Only minor losses reported, totaling less than $15 in cash.
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Algona
Stassen Tours Europe to Gauge Foreign Attitudes
Former Minnesota governor Harold E. Stassen travels through Europe to learn European attitudes on foreign affairs. He speaks little and listens, aiming to bolster his political stature without urging a stance. Polls place him second to Dewey among Republicans, with delegates likely to favor him despite some party mockery.
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Minnesota
Harold E. Stassen
Europe
Wallace
Stassen
Gallup
Dewey
Taft
Republican Party
Willkie
Lerdal Family Receives Errant Baby Gifts
The Lloyd Lerdal family of Belmond faced an unusual situation when gifts arrived at their home after a nearby radio station announced an infant’s arrival by mistake. The family puzzled over what to do with the gifts as confusion over the erroneous message spread.
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Lloyd Lerdal
Tap Belmond
Lerdal
Maple syrup contest energizes Hartford community
In Indianola, sorghum molasses plant shifts to maple syrup production with 1,500 pails set on 10 maple trees. It takes five gallons of sap to yield one gallon of syrup and the top sap boiler wins the most syrup.
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Hartford
Indianola
Tory
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Waukon Republican Standard
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Bush
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Park Oogesge Conans
Super Valu
WSUR
MAXIM
Eeu Rance Pof Rada
Rolfe State Bank
Parker
Remington
Schick
Borden
Webb Rexall
Algo
Webb
Rolfe, Lowz
H. G. Frigaard
Rolfe, Iowa
Frank J. Anderson, MD
T. D. Jones
Rolf
Carl J. White
Jowa
T. S. Clark
D. C
Rolfe, Fa
F. H. Molyneux
Savage Block
Ritz Theatre
J. E. Hynds
T. J. Raynes Insurance of All Kinds
Reife
L. M. Graham Veterinarian
W. Feldman
Asst
R. B. Ranney
Guy Smith
Real Estate & Insurance
Fuller Bldg
Harry Tyler
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