12 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1948
Page
1
The retail clerks union in Los Angeles proposes a wholesale purchase model to cut 10 to 30 percent from home building costs. They will design 10 houses at 5000 to 8000 dollars each and start once 1000 buyers sign up. The plan aims to remove middlemen profits and finance via FHA GI or private lenders.
The piece notes rising labor wage pressure amid hefty industry profits in 1947 led by U S Steel at 126.7 million and Bethlehem at 51 million. Bethlehem’s Eugene Grace favors price cuts over wage hikes, but leaders have not lowered prices. Proctor and Gamble posts 20 million in six months with 28 million reserved. Consumers question free enterprise as rationing ends and prices remain high.
Analysis of the American Canning Co. predicts tin cans will grow the Towns market more than 1946 when 150 700 tons of truck crops were processed. Cans rise slower in price than living costs and packing statistics show rising use. Housewives trust canned foods for safety and convenience and prefer store bought peas and pumpkin pies from cans.
The Christian Science Monitor notes fuel oil shortage as demand outpaces production despite record output. Analysts say consumption exceeds supply by about 8.3 percent through the heating season, dipping into reserves at roughly 7 million gallons daily from refinery tanks to local dealers.
The Sibley Gazette-Tribune offers a note urging readers to prepare for their own futures. It emphasizes personal effort and self reliance with a proverb about the Lord helping those who help themselves.
Wallaces' Farmer notes citrus prices have slid to 1935 39 levels as exports and domestic demand fall. Despite similar 1945 46 production, prices dropped, juice stocks rose, and Corn Belt buyers helped sustain demand. Hampton Chronicle reports Washington rule exempting poultry from Thursday eating.
Senator Vandenberg of Michigan, who says he does not want the Republican nomination, is praised for his bipartisan handling of international relations. He is cited as capable of reconciling differences and serving public welfare, with a suggestion he might one day become secretary of state.
The mimeo graphed wail of whiskey interests is dismissed as we support Agriculture Secretary Anderson urging brewers to cut consumption. If voluntary reductions fail, he may seek Congressional power to enforce cuts to quell hunger over liquor thirst.
Living out of tin cans is no longer frowned upon as cooks embrace can meals. The labor saved and the belief that product tastes better drive adoption of canned fare.
Bradgate News reports Bradgate couple Mr. and Mrs. Bob Dickey welcomed a daughter on February 8 at Mercy hospital Fort Dodge marking Mrs. Dickey’s birthday. Other local items include neighbors helping move machinery to Van Meter, and visits and gatherings at various area homes.
The Get Together club gathered Thursday evening with Mrs Lars P Larsen and the husbands of members for a social event.
Group No 1 met with Mrs Laurel Worster on Wednesday afternoon with devotions by Mrs Nettie Burr and a lesson by Mrs Olga Harris. They plan to serve at the Youth Fellowship meeting on March 1. Mrs Annie Blake and Mrs H Hoganson of Humboldt attended. Lunch was served by Mrs Worster. Group No 2 gathered with Mrs Art Zeman and 11 members present. Devotions by Mrs Joe Anliker. They made a quilt for Mrs C F Wright and will serve meals at the general meeting next Wednesday with a one oclock luncheon. Lunch was served by Mrs Zeman. Group No 3 met with Mrs Joe Gunderson, with Mrs Yolande Fuller conducting devotions and Mrs Darlene Knutson delivering the lesson. The general aid sponsors the father and son banquet Thursday evening and World Day of Prayer at 1 45 Friday afternoon at the church.
Delmar Lan ning fractured his jaw while practicing basketball at the gym, two breaks in the bone. He was admitted Thursday morning to reset the jaw, had it wired, and foods are fed through a tube. He returned home Sunday afternoon.
The piece questions how much government a nation can endure and links high taxes and debt to excessive government. It contrasts government expansion with free market competition for jobs and money, suggesting reduced government could lower spending and prices.
The Marshalltown Times-Republican notes little praise for Wallace while the Daily Worker and Humboldt Republican highlight Margaret Truman turning down a $10,000 weekly nightclub offer. The piece suggests Truman could rival famed entertainers like the Cherry Sisters or the AndreWs.
Worship service at 10 a.m. on Comm itment Sunday with church school at 11 a.m. Choir rehearsal Wednesday at 8 p.m. W S C S meeting February 18 and World Day of Prayer observance Friday February 13 at 1 45 p.m. Young adults meet February 19 in Humboldt. Running people down is bad business.
The common cold is the most widespread illness causing temporary misery and possible serious complications. It tracks all seasons and weakens health even when brief, so rest, balanced diet, fresh air, and caution to avoid spreading germs are advised. If fever occurs, consult a doctor and stay in bed until cleared to rise.
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