Causes of metal shortage blamed on Army specs and waste
Harvey A. Anderson of the WPB Conservation and Substitution division says unreasonable Army and Navy specifications and industry waste cause critical metal shortages. He notes the Army and Navy favor virgin metals, while secondary metals would suffice in many uses, and cites copper limits and German substitutes.
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Navy
U.S
Harvey A. Anderson
WPB Conservation
Ford
Germany
Anderson
Mordecai Ezekiel
Department of Agriculture
Navy unveils faster subchaser with variable pitch propeller
The U S Navy introduces a faster subchaser using a new variable pitch propeller and a lighter two cycle diesel engine. It promises greater power with one third the weight and reversible blades while underway, enhancing speed and maneuverability for anti submarine duties.
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U.S. Navy
Illinois
Germans abandon blitzkrieg in favor of mass attacks in Russia
The article notes a shift from blitzkrieg to defense in depth by Russia and a return to World War I style mass assaults by Germany. Russian tactics rely on fortified lines, mobile artillery, and Molotov cocktails to blunt tanks before infantry arrives. The piece frames the new method as slower but more dependable with large troop mass and repeated assaults.
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Europe
Russia
France
Distributing The LOA and Tax Policy Debate
An editorial notes the need for broad tax reform to fund the war and curb inflation. It argues the middle and lower income groups will bear the burden as a monthly tax system and possible sales tax are considered, while urging cutting non essential government spending and luxury costs.
Sit Down And Write This Evening Chariton Herald-Patriot
A call to letters from home to service members emphasizes the morale boost of mail. The piece urges readers to write even a postcard to soldiers, sailors, or marines, noting home news and address updates as meaningful connections.
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Chariton Herald-Patriot
Jim
Pete
Margaret
England’s War Effort and Resolve Amid Reverses
August Geographical Magazine editor Harvey Klemmer presents a concise view of England’s wartime actions, stressing grit and endurance over victories. He notes Britain’s refusal to yield, its losses and setbacks, and the tough fighting spirit despite reverses, including the Dunkirk stand.
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Harvey Klemmer
August Geographical Magazine
England
Klemmer
Germany
Hitler
Dunkirke
German blitzkrieg faces limits as Russian resilience grows
The piece argues mass attack via overwhelming manpower mirrors Verdun tactics and questions German superiority. It notes German advances south of Rostov into the Caucasus and the front's overall diminishing returns as Russian reserves flood in, suggesting Russians can withstand losses if supply lines hold.
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Verdun
Rostov
Caucasus
England and America Unite in Fight for Humanitarian War Aims
In a Humboldt Republican editorial the Britain United States alliance is praised for courage and leadership against predatory powers. The piece argues England’s generals and aviators outshine officers and stresses Allied unity despite past missteps. A Rockwell City Advocate notice urges immediate coal purchases to avoid winter strain.
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Europe
Americas
England
Ireland
India
East Africa
United States
Neville Chamberlain
Humboldt
Auto Stamp Enforcement Struggles Hit Iowa Roads
Algona residents report widespread noncompliance with the $5 auto stamp law as many drivers on roadways lack windshield stamps. The Revenue Department considers strict action including fines up to $25 or 30 days in jail for violators. Des Moines deputies filed hundreds of summonses, signaling possible nationwide enforcement, with stamp compliance framed as a patriotic duty.
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Algona
Des Moines
Revenue Department
Internal Revenue
Kossuth
Flying freighters and 200 ton air freighters
Humboldt Independent discusses 200 ton flying freighters and the Martin Mars seaplane a seventy tonner capable of Europe runs. It notes such large ships could fly around the world and carry hundreds, hinting air and sea routes to ferry aid to Europe and reduce risk. America leads in development and capability.
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Humboldt Independent
Europe
America
Average American’s sacrifice shown by car favors
A Knoxville man argues that people will endure losses if everyone else endures the same. He contends the average American will grumble yet tolerate, proving the town’s pleasure car envy is small when favors are granted to some and denied to him.
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Knoxville
Knoxville Courier
Farmers Can Cut Fire Losses
The U S Department of Agriculture urges a rural fire prevention program to cut farm and rural losses, detailing causes such as defective flues lighting sparks and spontaneous hay ignition with recommended controls including chimney inspections spark arresters and proper grounding of barns and roofs.
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United States
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Extension Service
Iowa
Towa
Second spray timing for moths and scab advised
Pocahontas county orchardists were reminded by County Agent Max C. Naylor to spray all apple trees around July 31 to combat the second brood of codling moths and apple scab. The spraying is about a week later than normal this year due to development conditions.
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Pocahontas County
Max C. Naylor
Devel
Timely Sprays Urged For Apple and Plum Orchards
Cool wet weather slows codling moths but diseases grow. Apple scab hazards apples on unsprayed trees, increasing need to spray. Plums suffering brown rot may benefit from a lime sulphur or Bordeaux spray if previously treated. The recommended mix uses 50 gallons of spray with 14 pounds lead arsenate plus lime sulphur or Bordeaux or wettable sulphur options. Applied to fall and winter apples, pears, late plums, and cherries per Naylor.
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Naylor
Take care of paint brush may be hard to replace
County Agent Max C Nay lor offers old brush care tips for salvage when dried stiff brushes appear. Soak in paint thinner or solvents overnight then scrape or comb out residue. Clean shellac brushes with alcohol and wash others with warm water and soap, then dry and straighten bristles before storing.
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Max C. Naylor
Agricultural Engineers
Iowa State College
Index Cash Rent Plan Helps Landlord and Tenant
Pocahontas county farmers can use the Index Cash Rent plan to fix a past rent figure and adjust payments up or down with price changes. County Agent Max O. Naylor says the method reduces friction and benefits both sides when a grain or livestock share lease cannot be arranged.
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Pocahontas County
Max O. Naylor
Farm price index and lease adjustments explained
The article explains how loan and lease payments adjust with farm price indices. It shows examples using 1988 values where an $8 payment could become $12.93 if the index rises to 170, or $5.28 if the index falls to 70. Instructions mention obtaining a lease copy via County Agent.
Local Pioneer Honored on Retirement of 82 Years Service
Alto Heflin retires after 82 years with the state telephone company. He began in Harlan and ends a long career with a pension in the same city. A local celebration honors his dedication as he plans a vacation in the Colorado mountains.
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Alta Heflin
Harlan
Towa
Local Household Notes From Fragmentary Text
Fragmentary OCR mentions names and days but no clear event. Readers should note unclear wording and missing context for any reliable reporting.
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