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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1946
Page
1
An editorial urges a hands off approach to the national strike conflict arguing only prolonged losses will compel labor and management to compromise. It warns that court and cooling off plans risk Republican and Democratic backlash, while Congress drags on labor reform.
The editorial argues Ike’s plan to slow demobilization is justified to keep occupation forces in Germany and Japan and prevent a future world war. It warns that hastening home the troops could jeopardize global security and U.S. international commitments. It notes many soldiers sacrificed and urges steadfast public support for necessary troop levels.
The article argues for a fact finding inquiry to obtain access to a company's books to establish a wage basis while resisting full public disclosure to idle curiosity. It emphasizes the need for the investigators to review financial records to determine fair compensation.
Editors highlight Chas E Watts as the driving force behind Pocahontas County's bond drives noting his hours of service and countywide effort that led residents to invest in government bonds. They credit his leadership with the county's fiscal successes and future stability.
The Oskaloosa Herald marks a homecoming for returning G I s with pride and relief. The piece frames civilian life as the brightest word after long separation, celebrating reunion and ordinary scenes of everyday relief.
The Humboldt Republican reflects on politics as a deceptive, shifting arena. It notes successful entrants may think problems solved, while veterans see public opinion as difficult to mold and warn that manipulation brings risk and questionable alliances. The piece cites “Politics is a great game” by Late Late Young Jr.
Emperor Hirohito told Japanese people to forget the belief in his divinity, a move seen as easing MacArthur’s path to democratic reform. The idea, rooted in the wartime military regime, hindered self-government education but his renunciation could accelerate the reeducation process. A separate note from Hampton Chronicle mentions a scientist denying involvement in the atom bomb discovery and urges others to reconsider their claims.
Paulina Times notes a long history of juvenile misbehavior and cites recent concerns over youth morals. It mentions the war as not the sole cause and refers to the DOJ forming a bureau to handle federal youth offenders.
A friend warns of coal wood and rubber based stockings with a synthetic fabric causing uncertainty during runs. A separate note from Altan Democrat argues Congress action on Palestine is symbolic and lacks jurisdiction or understanding of conditions there.
A Marshalltown Times-Republican piece comments on the United Nations idea. It notes the potential strength of a united body if major powers cooperate. It cites London and Moscow conferences showing that the word if remains central to prospects for harmony.
An editorial urges Lyon County readers to enter the new year with confidence, arguing that current troubles are minor compared with four years of national challenges. It asserts that slowing or stopping would betray the title of the world's greatest nation.
In Pocahontas County District Court a petition by Nelle King and others seeks partition of Lot 1 Block 7 First Addition Rolfe Iowa. Plaintiffs request sale of the property, division of proceeds, attorney fees and costs as liens, appointment of a referee and appraisers, and general equitable relief. Defendants include Emma Struthers Vernon Struthers Grace Struthers and others unknown. Court set appearance before Pocahontas Court on or before the 28th day of.
District Court in Pocahontas Iowa announces probate of the last will and testament of T O Lowery deceased dated April 12 1989. Hearing set for 2:00 PM February 20 1946 at the court house. interested parties must appear and show cause why the will should not be probated. Katherine Boozell clerk.
General admission only remains for Iowa games versus Minnesota Purdue Indiana with a Chicago matchup nearly sold out. The field house capacity is 14,400 and officials urge advance purchase as sell-outs are likely for the January 28 Minnesota February 2 Chicago February 9 Purdue and February 25 Indiana battles.
The 1989 fall term reports 11,274 full time students across 15 Iowa colleges, undercutting the 1988 pre war total of 15,190. The University of Iowa lists 4,628 full time students and resident students total 6,107. Davenport Democrat. An economist cites a controlled inflation concept while noting hurricane risk analogy.
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