Allied Bases in Russia Boost Allied Bombing Efforts
Allied engineers aided by Russian labor have established major airfields in Russia with repair shops and trained Russian mechanics. Bombers from Italy England and Russia can reach German targets, land on prepared fields and return with fewer losses. The Fifth Army in Italy under General Clark drives German defenses while Balkan misgivings may fade under sustained bombardment.
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Russia
Italy
England
Europe
Balkan
Germany
Gestapo
Fifth Army
Tome
Juin
Anzio
Cassino
Clark
Herrenvolk
Too Few Vote in Primary Election
The article argues that primary elections were created to empower voters in selecting candidates rather than leaving the choice to party conventions. It notes many fail to vote, with turnout rising only when a vigorous contest between popular candidates occurs.
Two Roads to One Decision by Harry Boyd
Columns urge sacrifice for war bonds amid high taxes and pay deductions. The editor contrasts civilian thrift with soldiers’ hardships, urging readers to lend money to Uncle Sam. Practical farming tips stress saving feed and selling livestock to weather uncertain crops.
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Harry Boyd
Cazette
Cedar Rapids
Sam
Surplus question on corn stocks from Wallaces’ Farmer
The piece compares historical corn stock levels. It notes 843 million bushels on April 1 during 1929 33 and 1,114 million bushels on the same date in 1944. It argues that 843 was a market burden, while 1,114 appears insufficient today.
Voter Rights Emphasized in A Call for Voting Practice
The piece argues that voting should reflect genuine preference and notes that many nations would envy Americans for the right to express their choice. It stresses that the vote does not always reach the final election tally and urges appreciation of this fundamental right.
Advertising drives bond sales despite public objections
Public objections to repeated war loan publicity clash with the fact that advertising aids bond sales. The piece notes that standard oil publicity shows how brands like gasoline are advertised even under rationing, and that government spending on ad campaigns and Pocahontas County’s high ad presence reflect the broader role of ads in promoting purchases.
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U. S. Treasury Department
Pocahontas County
Corn Prices Shaped by Livestock Demand and War
The article discusses corn supplies and livestock demand, comparing pre war totals with current figures. It notes war demand makes 1 114 million bushels seem small beside 843 million bushels from 1929 38, and suggests appetite of buyers with varying pocketbooks influences prices.
Let the Boys Know by A M Piper
A wartime editorial urges full home front support for soldiers in Europe and Asia. It calls for the Fifth War Loan from June 12 to July 8, aiming for 16 billion dollars with individuals contributing at least what they did in the fourth loan. Buy bonds early and increase donations as possible to back the fighting men.
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Berlin
Tokio
Uncle Sam Asks For A Loan
The Milepost editor notes the June 12 to July 8 dates mark the 5th War Loan. Citizens are urged to buy bonds at 18.75 dollars for a return of 25 dollars in ten years, supporting service members and the government.
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Uncle Sam
Sherman W. Needham
the Milepost
Ames
Iowa
Invest in Bonds to Defend Home and Country
A wartime plea urges citizens to buy more government bonds to fund war efforts and honor fallen soldiers. It emphasizes sacrifice, national unity, and the goal of preserving democracy through increased financial support for the war chests and armaments.
Emergency crops for flooded Iowa fields proposed by ISU
The Agronomy Department at Iowa State College recommends emergency crops for Pocahontas county flooded acres. Sudan grass can yield four tons of hay when planted in June at 15 to 20 pounds per acre, with earlier planting increasing yields. Soybeans plus sudan grass mixtures also aid weed and erosion control and improve forage quality. A 1 to 2 bushel per acre soybean and 5 pound sudan mix is advised, with millet or other crops like rape buckwheat or corn also possible. Further details are in the bulletin Emergency Crops for Late Planting available at the Farm Bureau office.
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Iowa State College
Pocahontas County
Sudan
Farm Bureau
Shallow Cultivation Protects Corn Roots
A study highlights shallow cultivation as crucial for corn fields to protect roots while maintaining weed control. Researchers emphasize minimal soil disturbance to preserve root systems and moisture, urging farmers to optimize hoes depth and timing for sustainable yields.
Corn Cultivation Guidelines From County Extension
County extension director Max O Naytor warns to protect corn roots to avoid yield loss. Iowa State agronomist H D Hughes endorses shallow cultivation as best for corn fields. Early season use a narrow rotary hoe for quick coverage and choose sweeps and disk hoes over shovels for later work. Sweeps should overlap to up root or shear off weeds between rows without deep cultivation.
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Max O. Naytor
H. D. Hughes
Iowa State College Agronomist
Crandall Breaks One Move Record at Red Oak Hotel Cafe
For 32 years F. E. Crandall lived at the Charles Tinley residence and visited the hotel cafe daily. A recent move breaks a lengthier stay record, yet aids him in maintaining another long-standing habit.
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F. E. Crandall
Red Oak
Charles Tinley
Mr. Crandall
PLAN BOND DRIVE FOR 4-H CLUBS MEETING
Six 4-H club leaders met at the REA office on May 20 to plan a county bond drive. County chairman Watts outlined the drive and a "Fl A Stamp Book" slogan was chosen. A club contest and a county goal will be set.
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REA
Watts
Notice to Farmers on Noxious Weed Eradication Methods
The county outlines weed control options including smother crops and spraying with sodium chlorate for small areas. The AAA pays 10 cents per pound on conservation payments depending on earnings and sodium chlorate use. C. B. Rawson has a new spraying machine, and sales begin Monday June 12 1944 at the New County Yards Pocahontas. County weed commissioners and local agents will assist and require an explosive permit to buy.
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AAA
County
Pocahontas
George Dyiig
Havelock
J. A. Hansen
Rolfe
C. B. Rawson
Mr. Rawson
Missioner of your territory quote appears in Crummer note
A fragment cites R A Crummer on governing territory with a vow to care for residents. The passage mentions a commissioner role and local governance themes within a county context.
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R. A. Crummer
County Wood
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