Shelterbelts Prove Value Across Plains Farms
A twelve year survey shows shelterbelts of trees and shrubs on 83 000 farms in North and South Dakota Nebraska Kansas Oklahoma and northern Texas reduce wind and conserve moisture. Cooperating farmers and the forest service note shade from heat winds mitigation of dust storms and windbreaks gathering snow to enrich adjacent land.
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Great Plains
Forest Service
North
South
Dakota
Nebraska
Kansas
Oklahoma
Texas
Plains
Veteran vote is divided in Iowa primary
In Iowa a decisive defeat of General Olsted by Governor Blue shows many veterans who voted remained loyal to the Republican party. Veterans from stalwart Republican families follow the party line and view voting against a Republican governor for a second term as unthinkable.
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Olnsted
Blue
Iowa
Russia's drive for Europe costs prestige in the afterwar era
The Christian Science Monitor analyzes Russia’s refusal to compromise for control of Europe. Elections in France Italy Austria Hungary show waning Soviet influence as publics favor non communist governments and resist Moscow backed rule. The piece urges Russian diplomacy to rethink its stance.
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Russia
Europe
Joseph C. Harsch
Christian Science Monitor
France
Italy
Moscow
Austria
Hungary
Pugsija
Unions and Government: A Call for Joint Labor Settlement
A Swea City Herald opinion argues unions hold too much sway and government can compel service in emergencies. It proposes a joint government union committee to resolve wage and condition disputes without strikes, denouncing strikes as harmful to the public. The piece notes this week’s events show the need for a balanced approach.
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Sae Sun
Banks face higher debt limits as deposits swell nationwide
The Fairmont Daily Sentinel notes banks must amend articles of incorporation to raise indebtedness limits as deposits rise. It warns readers not to fear larger debt, stating that increased liability is lawful and reflective of growing deposits, even for small town banks reaching millions.
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Fairmont Daily Sentinel
There’s Work Involved
A newspaper filler notes there are 25 000 distinct jobs to earn a living yet most involve some form of work. The comment reflects on variety and common labor across occupations.
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Minneapolis Star- Journal
Majority of Iowans confident Iowa will prosper
A Des Moines Register Iowa Poll notes 72 percent of Iowans expect Iowa to be as prosperous or more prosperous in six to nine months. About 20 percent foresee more prosperity, while 52 percent expect no change. Responses vary by income and region.
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Rarm
Iowa Will &9
Iowa
Des Moines ‘Register
FF Vibune
Health for All Jobs for TB Cures Not so many years ago
Tuberculosis once called consumption was widely feared but modern knowledge and chest X rays allow early discovery and treatment. A cured or arrested TB patient can return to suitable work, as rest in hospital and medical discharge prove. Former TB patients are generally good health risks and not contagious. High blood pressure discussed next column.
Centennial plans lag in Plymouth as county seeks leadership
Sixty five of Iowa's ninety nine counties have centennial plans while Plymouth county has yet to appoint a committee or decide on a program. The Le Mars Sentinel urges community recognition and leadership to organize an observance, noting many entertaining and informative program options and public readiness to back the effort. Marathon Republic suggests travel broadens horizons, but notes sedentary life also has effects.
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le Mars Sentinel
Iowa
Plymouth County
Plea for Better Writing Prompts Campaign Focus
Forest City Republican Loyd R. Smith gains state attention for his penmanship on cards and mailings. The piece argues handwriting remains essential for personal correspondence, memos, notes, and orders despite the dominance of typewriters and digital records. Postal clerks must decipher many handwritten addresses. Handwriting is an ongoing lifelong art.
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Manton Journal
Loyd R. Smith
Forest City
Roadside Picnic Grounds Described with Free Public Use
The writer recalls a roadside picnic area about 200 by 200 feet with tall shade trees, a well, tables, benches, two brick grills, and firewood supplied. It features a sanitary out house, sturdy cans for refuse, and a well kept site, inviting public use without identification.
Cost of Strikes Blamed for Huge Losses in Coal War
A government estimate places miners losses at 160 million in swaps and operators losses at 278 million in gross revenue from a major coal strike. The report notes the staggering cost of labor stoppages to both sides and the broader economic impact during the dispute.
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TeMars Sentinel
Commentary on coal shortages and strike settlements in the Sibley region
An Ames reader argues that coal shortages cause billions in losses across industries and criticizes strike settlements as expedient truces. The letter notes railroads and freight losses and contrasts a barber's $1 haircut for eight minutes with miners' pay, joking about efficiency.
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Sibley Gazette-Tribune
Ames
John Lewis
Fair Labor Standards Act questioned for youth delinquency fears
An editorial voices opposition to a proposed fair labor standards act arguing it will promote youthful delinquency by restricting work for those 16 and under. The Belmond Independent and Humboldt Republican quote concerns about teaching industry before age 16 and warn the law may harm youths.
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Congress
Belmond
Local Poultrymen Sell Old Hens to Conserve Feed
County extension director Max Naylor reports farmers are moving old hens and roosters to save scarce feed. USDA figures show central western markets in late April sold far more old roosters and hens than a year earlier. Prices range 14-16 cents per rooster and 21-23 cents per hen. unsaleable birds should be culled.
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Max O. Naylor
Max Naylor
Ralph Baker
Iowa State College
Central Western
United States Department of Agriculture
Record Run On Licenses Hits Early Fishing and H Unting
County recorders and conservation officers report an unprecedented surge in fishing and hunting license sales as the year began April 1. Officials expect a substantial year over year increase driven by ex service men and war workers seeking recreation after wartime strain. Fred T. Schwab notes factors include renewed travel options and early spring weather boosting anglers. Thousands have already sampled home grown channel catfish.
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Fred T. Schwab
The
Conservation Commission
Schwob
Renewal of Plover Telephone Company Incorporation
Notice states Plover Telephone Company renews for twenty years from July 10 1946 to July 10 1966. Main business is phone line construction and operation in Plover Iowa with capital stock of 10000 dollars. Five directors oversee affairs. annual stockholders meeting held each January. Then brief obituary notes Senator Carter Glass of Virginia dies in his sleep at age 88.
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Plover Telephone Company
Plover
Pocahontas County
Iowa
Chalters
A. W. Hess
Marion Han
Carter Glass
Virginia
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