War and neutrality dominate amid 1939 Armistice reflections
The piece argues war persists due to leaders, not public will, and praises Finland and Norway for standing firm against Russia and Germany. It notes the repeal of the arms embargo, keeping ships out of war zones, and the U.S. tilt toward Britain and France while avoiding direct involvement.
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Europe
Germany
Japan
Poland
China
Britain
France
Hitler
House
Senate
United States
America
Finland
Russia
Norway
Adolph Hitler
City of
Flint
England
Inspiring evidence of small nations standing on rights
Fragmentary OCR hints at a discussion praising small nations asserting their rights as a source of inspiration. The wording emphasizes resilience and independence. No clear names or events are identifiable from the readable text.
Next Victim Myth Debated by Hoover and Allies
In the Minneapolis Times Tribune summary Herbert Hoover critiques the fear that the Allies could lose and America would face German dominance. He argues victors exhaust, not just the defeated, and a neutral, strong United States could lead a war-weary world. The piece notes the need to puncture the next victim myth to serve the nation.
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Minneapolis
Times . Tribune
United States
Germany
Great Britain
France
Herbert Hoover
Saturday Evening Post
Hoover
Mr. Hoover
Versailles
Lindbergh Comment Sparks Debate on Neutrality and Propaganda
A discussion on Lindbergh's recent remarks prompts arguments about neutrality and influence. The piece suggests patriotism can be swayed by propaganda or by a respected figure using prestige for personal aims, urging Americans to think independently and rely on authentic events.
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Lindbergh
St. Manson
Draining Fountains Could Spread Disease Warns Iowa Engineer
Dean F. M. Dawson of Iowa University engineering college warns that common school drinking fountains can become disease sources. Vacuum in pipes may siphon drain waters back into supply lines, risking contaminated drinking water.
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F. M. Dawson
University of Iowa Engineering College
Riverside approves twenty year utility franchise extension
In Riverside Iowa voters approved a twenty year extension of the Iowa Electric Company franchise at a special election held Thursday November 2 The town of about 700 people in Washington county reported 214 yes votes to 3 no votes, This is a strong mandate for the utility agreement.
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Emmetsburg
Washington
America
Europe
Congress
Riverside
Iowa
Iowa Electric Company
Washington County
Pocahontas County Board Proceedings Public fund expenditures listed
The minutes itemize audits and allowances for county funds including salaries, postage, supplies, and insurances. Entries name Clarence Jensen A Rude C B Akers and others with amounts for sess and comm, postage, communications, bounties, mileage, supplies, and repairs across multiple funds.
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Pocahontas County
Clarence Jensen
Sess
Fonda Times
A. Rude
C. B. Akers
F. Young
F. McCartan
Greenwood
C. W. Gilchrist
Board of Pris
Jenkins Fergemann Co
Shannon Typewriter Co
R. A. Crummer
Gerd E. Peters
Harvey Mat Co
Peter Johnson
Wessels Holwe
Hubert Kapsch
F. BE. Heathman
C. H. Bjorklund
C. W. Braginton
Eldon A. Murray
Mdse
Shimon Drug Co
Pocahontas Auto Co
Standard Oil Co
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the Arrow
M. R. Soth
Edito
Marion Bruce
Reveille
J. J. Bruce
J. H. Lighter
Rolfe
Puso Louies
W. J. Allen
Ins
Sam Zimmerman
Coe — Pocahontas Co
Hecht
Roli
Stahr
Seaen
Inegarden
Marcella
O’brien Adams Co
Mary Helen Vion
Labor. Dams Co
Wincaery Labor Vert Corp
Buwaren
Cox, Sr
Blksby
Saan
B. Akers
Tri. Jt
Gibbs Cook
Tracto
Clarence Nuns
Joe
C. L. Hogan
Labor
Hayck’s Market
Tom Gannon
Haynes Cash Grocery
Ray Boyd
Howard M. Little
Pocahontas Dairy
Lucian Fitzgerald
Shriner
Chet
Whistler
Seem Sauter
R.M. Love
J. E. Tutt
Robert Williams
Mance Woodin News & Grocery
Virgil Makes
G. A. Everson
Mel Hunt
W. E. Gower
Wim
T. G. Herrick
Clint Greenwood
L. Leserman
Bernard Johnson
A. P. Maloney
F. L. Johnson
A. W. Patterson
John. Hess
J. L. Powers
Ea Coy
Chevrolet
Michigan
Aia
Fisher
DelLusteres
The
Rolfe Auto Company
Rolfe, Iowa
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