20 Feb 1947
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1947
Page
1
A neighbor editor argues that cutting tariffs could undermine U S industry by allowing pauper European labor to flood markets. He cites Hoover era tariffs causing factory cuts and job losses, asserting free trade can boost employment and world peace by expanding markets for American products.
The article argues US lumber mismanagement drained forests, urging government action to require fire protection, reforestation, and full use of harvested timber. It contrasts US neglect with European forest practices in Sweden and Germany and warns of continued loss without oversight. It also cites Ernest Lindley warning that large cuts to War and Navy budgets would aid Russia by weakening US military power.
In editorials from Emmetsburg Democrat and Sheldon Mail, the Motor Club of Iowa opposes changing existing speed limits arguing the current assured clear distance law has safety backing. They warn fixed speed limits can mislead drivers and propose day and night limits to reduce accidents, citing four factors that determine safe speeds and criticizing broad numbers.
LeMars Sentinel notes Harold Stassen campaigns early for the Republican nomination. He holds frequent press conferences sharing views on foreign and domestic policy, defying traditional cautious campaigning. He lacks party leaders' strong backing and hails from a smaller central state with 11 convention votes.
Humboldt Republican reflects on ongoing scientific discoveries and future innovations. The Sibley Gazette recounts a boy punching Santa Claus in New Britain, Conn. The Sheldon Mail notes coal miners paid high dues to John L. Lewis's unions in 1946 and faced costly strikes.
Recipients of large salaries are again printed by the Council Bluffs Nonpareil with focus on tax absorption of their pay. The article notes taxes take most of their earnings and questions public scrutiny.
The text argues that abandoning the League of Nations would hurt America's foreign policy credibility. It claims cutting military appropriations signals to Russia and others that the United States will reduce its bargaining position if given more time.
Cherokee Times reports cities in northwest Iowa face ongoing utility issues as municipal plants fail to meet rising power and light demands. Spencer echoes the strain with restricted afternoon and evening uses. Sibley issues 550000 in revenue bonds to enlarge its power plant after two boilers leaked, prompting steam delivery from Rock Island locomotive.
The Cherokee plant reports abundant uninterrupted electricity, unlike Estherville and other towns facing shortages. The Town Public Service company provides lines and large power plants across the state, ensuring continuous current for consumers and local industry.
The Iowa state highway commission awarded Booth & Olson of Sioux City a contract for paving three streets in Olevenn on highway No. 8 for 80 312.82 dollars. Future work includes bridging on the unpaved section west from Pocahontas.
Bradgate News notes Rosemary Dailey severely scalded after stepping into boiling water and faces a month without shoes. Visits from Merle Sorlien and Jack Krischel to Mason City accompany other social calls and a Wheatland trip for John and Victor Madsen. School closed two weeks due to storms. Walter Sanford’s illnesses prompt travel by Mrs. Dayton. A woman’s quitting assistance is detailed with local helpers named.
The Bradgate Progress club met Thursday afternoon with 11 members present led by Mrs. Roy Ellsworth. After singing and the pledge Mrs. Caleb Sunwall taught a lesson on Iowa music and sang Song of Iowa with auto harp. Guests included Mrs. Herbert Jones and her baby from Boxholm. Lunch was served by the hostess.
The Southwest group held an abbelskiver breakfast at the Hans Isacson home. Out of town guests Rev. and Mrs. Pallesen of Rutland and Rev. and Mrs. Petersen of Rolfe attended. The event netted about $15.
Miss Dora Andersen of Fort Dodge Ralph Struthers of Ottosen Mr and Mrs Jesse Andersen and sons and father of near Humboldt were Sunday dinner guests at the Emmett Hansen home.
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