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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1946
Page
1
President Truman's decisive move ending the railroad shutdown earns broad praise. He shifted the stance of union leaders Whitney and Johnston from defiance to compliance with his terms, influencing Congress and public opinion as the nation braces for labor legislation.
The Des Moines Register notes railroad engineers can earn up to 400 dollars a month for 24 hours a week on good runs, with local freight engineers making about 311 dollars in a 26 day month. Compared with doctors and lawyers, wages appear strong, and a worker with eighth grade education can accumulate property faster than a professional with substantial education costs.
Britain proposes a federal like India with a central government and state governments. Moslems demand a separate Pakistan while Hindus seek one national government. Deep-seated Hindu Muslim hatred persists as talks proceed and deal with foreign affairs and defense.
The next International Expo will be held in Tulsa Oklahoma in May 1947. Expositions were suspended during World War II and now resume after the conflict.
Wallaces' Farmer argues Europe and Asia face starvation while America's harvest aids both regions. It notes impending export relief demand and a possible shift from scarcity to surplus after 1947, raising questions about producing to the limit and then pivoting to conservative policies once needs ease.
Wallaces' Farmer notes doctors and dentists are back on the job after wartime shortages. It urges farm folks who postponed care to get a checkup for chronic ailments and dental issues, as improved availability makes treatment possible.
The Milwaukee Journal argues Americans should conserve wheat and avoid waste to support European diets, noting the aim is a partial reduction in our consumption rather than hunger for the American public. It emphasizes prudence in menu changes and domestic food use.
An article warns parents measles can have serious consequences for very young children and outlines symptoms, transmission, and the importance of bed rest and medical advice. It notes measles can lead to pneumonia, diphtheria, and other infections, especially in under threes, and mentions partial immunity and a new method under trial.
A Gallup poll shows Harold E. Stassen gaining in public approval, with Dewey at 35 percent and Stassen at 34 percent, a near tie, while Bricker holds 10 percent. The Chicago Tribune is reportedly trying to read Stassen out of the party.
The article argues for maintaining soil saving practices like plowing disking harrowing planting and cultivating on the contour to conserve soil and reduce power costs by about 10 percent. It cautions against rapid demobilization and emphasizes practical farming methods for sustainability.
The Pocahontas County Iowa Board of Supervisors met April 2 1946 in regular session. They adopted a resolution levying 95 percent of the original assessment for open ditches on all lands highways and railroads in the district. Hearing on road establishment and drainage district petitions was deferred to later dates.
Guy E. Mack of Storm Lake Iowa declares candidacy for the State Senate Fiftieth District at the June 1946 Republican primaries subject to district voters approval. He announces in a formal political notice.
Guy G. Butler of Rolfe announces candidacy for State Representative, subject to Republican voters in the June primaries, addressing the people of Pocahontas County.
A candidate declares run for county supervisor in the Republican primary to begin the term January 2, 1947, with June party ballots.
A candidate announces run for county supervisor on the Republican ticket in the June primary for the term starting January 2, 1947. The statement signals official candidacy and party alignment.
A state senate candidate runs in the Democratic primary for the 50th district, seeking the party’s nomination in the June election. The outcome depends on Democratic voters in the district.
J F Miller of Humboldt seeks the 50th district seat covering Buena Vista Pocahontas and surrounding counties. He has served four terms in the state legislature as representative from Humboldt. Senator A J Shaw is also a candidate. voters in the Republican city printer event will decide.
County Treasurer announces candidacy for the office on the Republican ticket in the June primary. Duncan, Rolfe, and Iowa residents listed in the notice support the bid.
The document outlines annual dates to cut or destroy noxious weeds to prevent blooming and seed production. It assigns groups and dates in 1946 for various weed types and mandates landowners in Pocahontas County to adopt weed destruction programs under the Weed Commissioner. It also requires owners to remove other weeds between fence lines by July 15, 1946 and notes continuation on page 7.
The Republican ticket in Pocahontas County nominates F. E. Van Alastine as candidate for county attorney in the pre election process.
Katherine Boozell announces candidacy for Clerk of the District Court in Pocahontas County Iowa subject to Republican primary voters in June 1946. She asks for support from voters highlighting her qualifications and dedication.
A Pocahontas County candidate declares intention to seek the office of sheriff in the Republican primary. The action signals a formal bid subject to party voters in the upcoming primary contest.
FE R Stahly of Pocahontas IA declares candidacy for Sheriff on the Republican ticket subject to the June primary voters in Pocahontas County.
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