Guaranty of Bank Deposits Cited as Wise Measure
The article defends the federal deposit insurance act, noting its bipartisan passage and benefits to small depositors. It highlights increased bank confidence and higher insured deposits, while contrasting political credit with practical investor protection. Also discusses Finnish relief drives, Swedish policy in Finland, and a new Ames corn alcohol project aided by Iowa State findings on ethanol gasoline blends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton Chronicle
Federal Deposit . Insurance Corporation
Chronicle
United States
Ames
Iowa State College
Alcohol Fuel And Anti Knock Agents For Cars
The text discusses using alcohol from corn to raise octane and reduce engine knock in cars. It notes cost uncertainties, a possible marginal cost impact per gallon, and the potential rise in demand for alcohol as gasoline supplies tighten. It also suggests government mandates for an alcohol blend to manage corn surpluses and conserve oil resources.
Uncle Sam accused of aiding war powers with copper exports
Editorials claim the United States supplies copper and other war materials to both Russia and Germany, noting 23 000 tons shipped in November and December with continued exports in January. Critics argue official actions contradict pro Allied sympathies and Finland support, calling for an end to such shipments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rolfe
United States
Finland
Russia
Sweden
Norway
Germany
America
Europe
Change and progress across decades noted in rural columns
Ed M. Smith recalls pioneer living conditions in Madison County, contrasting furnace heat and scarce telephones with today’s modern homes, radios, and news. The piece notes widespread advances in heating, sanitation, and daily life over a half century.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed M. Smith
Winterset
Madisonian
Madison County
J. P. Steele
Daily Papers
SNEEZIN' S GREETINGS AND OLD REMEDIES FOR FLU AND TOOTHACHE
A column mixes humorous verse and anecdotes about flu suffering and old remedies. It includes a poem about the flu from Harold Grafton and jokes on medical cures from past centuries, contrasting with modern dental drills. The piece features light satire, editor notes, and references to Confucius and wartime phrases.
Squibs and Taxes Tie Into Quiz Victory
Mr. Squilch wins the $25 Dipsy Quiz Contest but must pay sponsors $1.14.2 in various taxes including income sales and city franchise tax. The lighthearted squib notes a humorous tax bite on winnings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squilch
Pocahontas County Supervisors Set Debts and Transfers
Pocahontas County Iowa Board meeting December 22 1939 approves transfer of funds between drainage districts and regular funds and authorizes notices to obtain deeds for property Lots 21-22 Block 5. They audit domestic animal claims and approve various county fund payments and suspends adjournment to December 30 1939.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pocahontas County
Board of Supervisors
Pocahontas, County
Iowa
Oscar Omrig
C. H. Johnson
N. W. Bell Tele. Co
LeRoy Nelson
Don Stoner
Ellen Doyen
Maxine Reyman
Kaplan Food Market
Mdse
Poca Co
R. FE
CG. C. Kepler
Herbert Wicks
John H. Kleen
R. L. Hudek
W. HH. Dennison
S. B. Elkins
G. A. Everson
First National Bank
Fullerton Lumber. Co
W. E. Gower
T. G. Herrick
C. L. Hogan
Iowa Public Service
H. C. Kluever
Lakin & Lakin
P. Maloney
Aid
W. B. McTaggart
W. Patterson
Peoples Mercantile
Plover Lumber Co
Pocahontas Dairy
Harold George
Labor
Robert Williams
Lora Weber
Russell Filloon
Burte DeYoung
R. D. Farlow
John Hess
W. I. Boles
M. W. Webb
Geo. W. Johnson
H. Cavanaugh
B. R. Wiemers
Marvin Kruchten
F. &. Calkins
L. C. Athens
J. D. Adams Co
Court House
Pocahontas
Board of Supervisors of
County
Clarence Jensen
C. F. Young
E. A. Rude
Fred Yates
County Recorder's Office
Clerk of District Court’s Office
Sheriff's Office
F. Young
J. D. Fitzgerald
C. A. Pension
Quaker Oat Co
Roy A. Johnson
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Soth
Baker
Marion Bruce
Reveille
J. J. Bruce
Arecay
J. H . Lighter
Uncle Sam
General Electric
Kossuth Co
Emmetsburg
Roosevelt
Romania
Balkan
Rumania
England
France
Hitler
Reich
Harold. Grafton
Thomas Cat
Sherman
Confucius
William Jones
Betty
Maudie
Buttercup
Prussia
Viola F. Meerte
Peter Johnson
Fonda Timés
Clarence
W.johnson
Seite
Gus Kapsch
Gilmore Lumber Co
Frances Davidson
Webster
Publishing Co
A. C. Carmichael
Peter Blaha
L. L. Fay
Fred Guderian
Geo Newberry
Francis Prendergast
John Redshaw
Leon Sinek
Arthur Weishaar
Alcolim
Nna Tool Co
Tools
Rath
Tilendard Oil Co
Leg
Ft. Dodge Co
G A. Everson
Lester Leserman
Mii
Jones Shop
F. H. Molyneux
Carl J. White
Tomi
Auto Bat Kennedy Agency
T. J. Raynes
L. M. Graham Veterinarian
Nazi Bank
JOM
Monuments & Markers
Rolfe Monument Works
C. R. Barry
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