05 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1948
Page
1
Entry notes the Rolfe Iowa post office mailing status as second class matter since May 14 1910 under the March 8 1879 act. It records official designation for the periodical distribution and mailing entitlement.
The Republican bill to cut taxes faces House passage by a two to one margin and an override of a probable veto. Senate support is fragile. Republicans seek Democratic votes for a two thirds. Truman proposes a $40 tax cut for all, funded by restoring the excess profits tax on corporations. Community property changes in Knutson’s bill favor high earners, sparing little neighbors, while the net $800 million save may raise small taxpayers’ rates or require a federal sales tax.
Corning high school pupils protested when a youth center game room on the top floor was converted into a fourth grade classroom. About 180 pupils paraded with signs, while 45 students crowded a classroom and the board moved the room without explaining the need.
The article argues that many people seek top positions without learning the necessary trades or methods. It notes a flood of college students believing education guarantees high-status jobs. It stresses the need to balance theory with hands-on practice before attaining top roles.
Sioux City Journal notes the Agriculture Department reports farm mortgage debt in early 1947 is about half the 1920 total, and 27 percent below January 1940. Mortgage totals fell from 8.59 billion in 1940 to 4.78 billion by 1947, signaling reduced debt after wartime years.
The New York Times survey cited by the Christian Science Monitor finds a modest rise in teachers and public interest in schools but notes continuing shortages and substandard or emergency certificates. Public expenditures rose about 10 percent, with $8 trillion needed to modernize buildings. enrollments in lower grades are increasing due to a high birth rate.
A Vermillion Plain Talk piece argues people demand better public services but resist tax hikes. The author notes most are inconsistent about taxes and links tax costs to higher living standards, urging acceptance of rising public expenditures to fund schools roads water police and parks.
The National Industrial Conference board report notes Iowa farmers increased assets from 54 billion in 1940 to 111 billion now and cut liabilities slightly. It says farmers hold the highest share of national income in history with financial assets rising from 5 billion to about 22 billion between 1940 and 1947.
The article argues the United States has a bear by the tail in Greece warning that a Soviet takeover could occur rapidly if American forces withdraw, potentially allowing communists to seize control within weeks.
The author argues that the finest schools are those that offer actual practice in the profession being trained for. They contend there is no shortcut to success in any field including factory work farming operating room or courtroom.
The Bradgate Friendly Circle met with Mrs Darlene Feaster and Mrs Margarethe Larsen as guest. The Bradgate Progress club gathered with 17 members. Various visits, dinners, and birthday celebration details follow alongside notes on trips, births, and weekly activities in the Bradgate area.
Monday evening event drew about 30 people with food baskets for a church supper. A program by Mrs. Ball of Rutland and a quartet featured music and other numbers marking farewells to members leaving the community.
Willis Pedersen died at Lutheran hospital around midnight Sunday. He and wife retired to Humboldt two years ago for health reasons. He leaves children including Mrs Magnus Larsen and Harry Pedersen, Andrew Pedersen, Chris of Buffalo Center, and Mrs Esther Christensen. Daughter Christine Andrews died last fall. Mrs Chris Pedersen of Rolfe is a sister. Nearby, Jack Krischel family were guests at Henry Fehr’s near West Bend Saturday. Car stolen in Des Moines during grain dealers convention. owner returned home to find his name atop list for a new Chevrolet Friday.
Worship at 10 a.m. on Race Relations Sunday with church school at 11 a.m. Choir meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. Father and Son Banquet on Thursday February 12. World Day of Prayer Friday February 18. Commitment Sunday February 15 marks the first Sunday of Lent. The Bible does not need re writing but re reading.
A fox sunning on a haystack was spotted from a plane piloted by Marion Robb of Cherokee. She guided fox hunters to Br'er Fox's hideout and Bert Peterson fired the animal, illustrating rural progress pressures. Navy prints 400 ship and station newspapers aid isolated personnel.
Health warning notes pneumonia risk especially in winter and early year months. It highlights sulfa drugs and penicillin reducing deaths but urges early treatment, rest, proper nutrition, and medical care to limit damage from this rapidly spreading lung infection.
Pneumonia remains a leading acute disease with high spread and fatality. Early detection and treatment with sulfa drugs and penicillin can mean life or death, stressing ongoing vigilance in medical care.
A Malvern man was duped by a fake order from Overlap, shipping two German shorthaired pups by air to Honolulu. The incident highlights growing activity in the campaign to save grain.
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