Prices Up 48 Percent Since Death of OPA
An Associated Press survey shows price rises since the death of OPA four years ago with fats oils and meats leading gains. Black market comparisons are criticized as hard to quantify while shortages ease in general though necessities remain costly. The piece notes wage increases risk pushing prices higher and questions Marshall Plan viability amid congressional caution.
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OPA
Humboldt Republican
Russia
France
England
Europe
Uncle Sam
General Marshall
United States
Work is the Answer editorial stance
The editorial argues that a high standard of living comes from production not relief and treats relief as an emergency to be corrected by hard work. It notes relief should not be a ongoing policy and uses the line if corn is knee high by the Fourth it will have to be measured to a duck from the Fonda Times.
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Marshalltown Times-Republican
Fonda
Editorial Woes at Linotype and Meat Price Talk
A collection of editorials from multiple papers discusses linotype operators bearing the burden of printed words and the irony of editorial alignment with workers. It protests meat price inflation and notes that consumers may curb purchases while exporters tighten supply, reflecting public sentiment on inflation and buyer power.
Majority Neglect Responsibility Pierson Progress
Opinion piece asserts minorities wield influence as the majority fails to think for itself. It argues that organized groups push agendas because few people exercise individual thought and reject personal responsibility.
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Pierson
Land of the
Free
Better Wet Than Dry: Weather Notes from Fonda Times
The piece asserts this year’s weather favors ample rain over drought and hints at past droughts as justification. It frames rain as beneficial, urging readers to recall prior dry years as proof.
Traffic Count Projects On Iowa Highways This Summer
A summer traffic count on Iowa highways will cover primary and county roads to guide future improvements and funding. A Plymouth county college student will conduct the checks as an all summer job, with results shaping which roads get surfacing and priority spending. The effort follows postwar plans to invest significant funds in highway upgrades.
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LeMars
Commission
Boards of Supervisors
It Is All a Matter of What You Want in This World
A Sheldon Sun opinion warns that a half job today leads to lower long term earnings and economic death by one’s own actions. It argues good workmanship is a habit and advocates sustained effort for growth and payoff.
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Sheldon Sun
Unspoken Words and Silent Comfort in Verse
The poem speaks of softly spoken words from an understanding heart that become songs to recall when lovers are apart. It notes that the soul finds solace in another’s gaze and golden silence easing the ache and cries.
White Man Heap Crazy—Algona Upper Des Moines Opinion
A provocative excerpt argues that early settlers found Indians governing the land without taxes or debt and that women did the work, blaming white men for disrupting an ancestral system. The piece reflects historical bias and white settler perspectives.
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Algona Upper
Des Moines
Northwest Iowa Remains Safer Despite Late May Snow
The piece notes that southern and southeastern Iowa have suffered floods causing millions in damage and evacuations, while northwest Iowa stays relatively safe. It mentions lingering May snow storms and recalls the U S Department of Labor founded in 1912.
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Northwest
Iowa
United States Department of Labor
Notice of Probate of Will in District Court
In Pocahontas County Iowa an instrument purporting to be the last will of John F Wiegman deceased dated January 9 1941 has been filed for probate. A hearing is set at 2 00 PM on July 15 1947 at the Pocahontas Court House before the District Court or Clerk. All interested persons must appear and show cause why the instrument should not be admitted as the will. Dated Pocahontas Iowa June 18 1947 Katherine Boozell Clerk of District Court Seal.
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State OF Iowa
Pocahontas County
John F. Wiegman
Pocahontas
Iowa
District Court
Said County
District Cour
Katherine Boozell
Explosion Affects Rural School Outbuilding in Dallas County
An unknown motorist reported an explosion on Highway 32 near a rural schoolhouse. Deputies found a home made bomb of gas pipe used to demolish an outbuilding. No suspects have been identified.
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Dallas
Health for All Finding TB Early
An annual physical exam with chest X-ray can detect tuberculosis early, preventing spread and deaths. Many with active TB are undiagnosed and asymptomatic. mass X-ray programs aim to find and treat cases to reduce transmission and fatalities, though public awareness and participation vary.
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United States
U. S
Easter Birthday on April 6 for 57 Years
Mrs. Frank Breneman of Chariton celebrates Easter birthday on April 6 for the 57th time noting Easter fell on April 6 this year for the first time in 57 years. She looks ahead to future Easter dates April 6 in 1958 and 1969.
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Frank Breneman
Chariton
Foster
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