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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1946
Page
1
A Federal Reserve bulletin argues one fifth of Americans hold about half the national income and savings, while 50 million low earners own only 1 percent. The piece questions thrift as the sole cause of savings and urges social security for workers with low incomes.
The Christian Science Monitor highlights Iowa as a leader in farming and education with 25 percent of the nation’s grade A farmland and record meat and grain production. It notes Cedar Rapids cereal plants and Newton’s washing machine factories, and praises Iowa roads after paving expansions.
On July 4 the Philippines attained the independence promised by the United States. Ceremonies mark the proclamation.
The piece argues the United States should push to turn materials and plants over to an International Atomic Development Authority that will own and operate peaceful plants and inspect work worldwide. It notes no new bombs will be made and existing bombs destroyed, with Russia also needing access for checks. The Hampton Chronicle also reflects concerns over coal supply for winter.
Operators meet to close for a week to pressure the legislature to pass liquor by the drink. They vow to enforce the law and fight for change, arguing Des Moines and all Iowa towns must be treated the same. The piece questions any return of saloons in Polk County and suggests tavern owners seek lawful business. In Sibley Gazette a speculative note links mold based drugs to health, joking about eating fertilized garden soil as dessert.
The Hobbs bill aims to apply anti racketeering laws to unions. It would curb violent methods used by union mobs against farmers bringing produce to market without tribute. A presidential veto remains possible.
President Truman praised the Philippines for independence and flag raising, noting U S control reduced costs and built roads schools and health facilities. A $620 million aid package and the Bell Act promise eight years of free trade followed by gradual tariff increases to restart the economy.
The article explains that tuberculosis is a long term disease with slow onset and requires prolonged rest and competent medical care. It notes no cure exists, stresses bed rest and hospital supervision, and cautions against waiting for a miracle drug despite research on streptomycin. Scientists hope for progress but warn timing is uncertain.
A column from Fonda Times on Sunday June 30 1946 warns that vetoing a bill aligns a leader with violence from unions and argues union regulation is overdue. It notes the atom bomb and OPA issue as headlines that day with public reaction to follow.
Wallaces' Farmer urges farmers to use DDT sprays in barns to curb flies and protect milk production this summer. It warns to read labels, follow directions, and use the right product carefully for best results. Also notes postwar get rich quick schemes and survivor-era hype flooding markets.
A Webster City Freeman-Journal excerpt argues current high schools fail to prepare graduates as 20 percent of about 77 million high school students meet college requirements. The piece critiques the college-focused education system and its impact on youth.
About seven in ten Iowa union members interviewed favor Congress creating a committee. The release was furnished to Iowa newspapers by THE IOWA POLL of the Des Moines Register and Tribune.
Benjamin M. Steigman argues college requirements force high schools to teach a narrow, barren standard. He favors a sensible, rounded education for those who won’t go to college, with economics and history taught widely, and practical reading and speaking skills emphasized. Monroe County News notes a Kentucky marriage license to an 18 year old and a 79 year old widow with 49 grandchildren, with a humorous aside on the wedding’s intrigue.
Dorothy Schlensig of Laurens after finishing her junior year at Town State college receives a $100 scholarship from the American Ethical Union. The award funds her attendance at an Encampment for Citizenship at Fieldston school near New York City from July 1 to August 10. She is among five Iowa 4-H club youths chosen by the Iowa State college extension service.
A survey reports that forty seven percent of the counties in the United States have no air port facilities. The finding highlights regional gaps in air service and infrastructure accessibility.
The remark about looking forward to a wedding hints at hesitation and secrecy. The brief exchange underscores doubt surrounding a forthcoming marriage and invites speculation about the couple’s plans and future.
General Eisenhower's report covering D day to VE day will be issued in printed form by the Government Printing Office. The 123 page volume with maps in two colors costs $1.00 per copy and is available from the Superintendent of Documents Washington 25 D C. Three decisive actions listed were Normandy Falaise pocket and battles west of the Rhine.
Frederick A. Kirschman, Mason City mayor 1909 1911, joined centennial participants. During Davenport’s State of Scott Inaugural Week in late June, Mayor A R Kroppach commuted to his office in vintage cars. West Virginia ranks fifth in natural gas production and leads east of the Mississippi.
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