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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1942
Page
1
Consolidated with The Reveille on February 12 1914 tracing the long running venture founded in 1888 by J J Bruce and steadily conducted for years by members of the J H Lighter family.
The American Mercury article quotes George Creel defending the Versailles treaty against German and American lies. It argues Germany was beaten, then sought an armistice, profited little from indemnities, and that the war’s outcome favored a stronger postwar order. It critiques Willkie and Republican resistance, noting Russian resilience and republican party tensions.
The Christian Science Monitor notes Wendell Willkie blocked Werner Schroeder from becoming GOP national chairman, praising Harrison E. Spangler as a practical choice. Spangler, Iowa committeeman and long party servant, signals a middle western shift and tolerates some Willkie views while stressing postwar Europe needs food and markets. The piece highlights a pragmatic compromise amid postwar policy debate.
Cherokee Chief notes government plans to cut newsprint supply by up to 25 percent amid wartime controls. Reductions aim to free mill workers for war production and conserve electricity, forcing smaller editions and possible Saturday edition cancellations in some regions.
Sioux City Journal argues that expanding working farm machinery can offset labor shortages for the coming year. It notes freezing the machinery supply as of November 1 worsened problems, since modern equipment lets one farmer perform tasks that formerly required multiple workers.
The Eagle Grove editorial urges patience with ration boards as they interpret complex wartime rules. Board members work without pay and must apply general guidelines with many exceptions. Bottlenecks will ease soon and fairness will prevail.
Soldier Russell M. Harris writes from San Francisco Navy Fleet PM to share thanks for the Arrow newspaper read by servicemen. He notes Iowa recruits from Laurens to Des Moines enjoy the paper and that it keeps them informed during wartime service abroad. He mentions tropical scenes, local tribes, and gratitude for a Methodist church life book.
North Ireland report from December 6 1942 notes a home town paper remains news to the overseas serving Rolfe boys. The letter expresses appreciation for local news despite distance and time.
Staff Sgt. J. D. Murray writes from a medical unit in his regiment. He mentions Halleck Brinkman and Charlie Hurley and Kenneth Hansen nearby, notes longing to return home and walk in snow, and asks for the Arrow to continue. He comments on the time of year and looks forward to the next issue.
Letter from PFC Fred W Baade near Rolfe describing danger of night driving without lights while hauling supplies in San Diego December 1942. He notes warm weather, a Christmas meal, Navy duty, and thanks locals for printing the Arrow and sending war bond boosts.
Petersburg Illinois notes detail Abraham Lincoln's doomed love for Ann Rutledge, daughter of a New Salem tavern keeper. The affair with John McNeil McNamar ends after his debts force his departure, Ann's death, and Lincoln's enduring grief and posthumous memorial.
The State Nursing Council for War Service with the U S Public Health Service will conduct a statewide January survey of registered nurses to assess availability for military or civilian war work. Nurses may indicate willingness, location needs, and eligibility, with non compulsory participation urged by Mercedes Lind.
Dover Do-Ers top 4-H girls for notifying Charles E Watts bond chairman of regular war stamp purchases. Angela Naber chairs war bond and stamp effort with leaders Mrs A R Omtvedt and Mrs W C Splittgerber guiding the club. The Central Stars follow as second club to submit the report earning a U S Treasury merit award for at least 90 percent sign up. Garfield Go-Getters plan corsage sales during holidays led by Mrs A A Brinkman.
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