05 Jun 1947
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1947
Page
1
An analysis condemns a proposed 130 million grant to the Commodity Credit Corporation to cover wool losses of American growers. Critics argue it misuses taxpayer funds, props up a small industry, and risks higher woolen prices while harming global trade and efficiency.
The piece argues for converting the Chicago Black Hills route into a premier tourist road linking midwest and eastern states to the Black Hills Yellow stone Park and resorts. It promises Cherokee gains from tourist traffic trade and a hard surfaced highway from Dubuque to the South Dakota line and beyond. It notes added traffic and business growth for local establishments including hotels and gas stations.
Editors weigh Harold Stassen's suggestion that the nation devote ten percent of annual production to fund a world peace program. They argue public backing is needed and cite Congressional debates on European relief, urging unified action for lasting international leadership and prosperity.
Thousands who formerly served Nazis are freed and joining new life in Palestine thanks to the United Jewish Appeal aided by 170 million dollars. Immigrants arrive and work the land with support from the United Palestine Appeal to make room for more survivors in displaced persons camps.
Reports indicate increases in class rates and third class matter, with parcel post set for a substantial raise. The exact extent of the hikes remains to be announced.
Several area churches arrange vacation Bible schools this summer some solo and others in cooperative ventures Religious education is vital in uncertain times and ministers and volunteers are thanked for organizing and teaching to enrich future citizens.
Iowa plans one of the nation’s largest swine shows at the 1947 State Fair August 22 29 with over 18000 in cash prizes across 260 classes. Open and Iowa farmer divisions plus junior and futurity events will be offered with major prizes across Poland China Duroc Chester White and other breeds. Market barrow and 4 H FFA divisions add further prize money and competition. details available from State Fair Secretary L B Cunningham in Des Moines.
The article explains that humans have natural resistance to tuberculosis but about 53 000 Americans die yearly from the disease, mostly pulmonary tuberculosis. It describes how the body's defenses form a wall of cells and fibers, and how illness ensues when invaders overwhelm resistance, with sanatorium care and general health as key factors.
A public service style notice urges readers to buy Savings Bonds, stressing the value of personal expression and cost savings by investing early. The campaign frames bonds as a smart, no-cost expression of financial responsibility.
The Cherokee Daily Times notes the postal department plans to raise rates across mail classes. Air mail could move from 5 to 6 cents with a possible new 4 cent air mail postcard. Letter mail remains at 3 cents, special delivery may rise from 18 to 14 cents.
Americans show patience and a wish for fair peace between management and labor. Congressional conferences press to drop drastic House provisions and adopt the Senate’s temperate approach for lasting solutions.
Spencer Times notes the legislature passed a doubling of state income tax starting in 1948. The piece criticizes the move as the culmination of a misrepresented finances campaign and predicts widespread unfavorable reaction to the measure.
General Mark Clark, former commander of African forces in Austria, says firm definite relations with the Soviet Union reduce the chance of war. The Emmetsburg Democrat notes renewed interest in spring flowers after a harsh winter. The article adds that New York City's Central Park spans 840 acres.
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