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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1941
Page
1
A combined item with The Reveille dated February 12, 1914 recalls the founding in 1888 by J. J. Bruce and notes successful years under the J. H. Lighter family’s stewardship.
The note from Secretary Hull warns Finland that U S friendship could end if attacks on Russians continue. Nazis in Finland pressure continued fighting to aid German war aims and secure favorable terms from Russia.
Iowa reports show July through September feeder cattle arrival halved from last year as farmers shift corn to hogs amid expensive feeders and weak beef demand. Poorer beef quality and price incentives drive the move, with plenty of corn on farms and strong hog profit prospects.
A collection of editorials critiques army rations by Major General Gregory, denounces Hitler as lawless and tyrannical, urges Republican unity with the New Deal, and notes Allied aviation output surpassing Germany with Russia’s entry changing the balance.
An assortment of short, opinionated notes praise U S war production gains and aerial strength, predict 3 000 planes monthly by mid 1942 and 50 000 yearly, while other items mock box elder bugs and question auto production tradeoffs. Also notes about Rudolph Hess and a Duke of Windsor encounter.
Knox ville Express suggests Iowa delay construction of a large new state office building. With material and labor shortages during wartime, the state could manage for a year or two and redirect funds after the war to absorb surplus labor, urging cooperation with national moves.
The piece discusses postwar trade prospects led by the United States and Great Britain, the likely persistence of tariffs or new treaties, and the improbability of Axis powers seizing Western Hemisphere trade. It cites predictions of economic warfare by Vice President Wallace and notes Allied unity with Britain. It also covers Soviet resistance, German advances, and Russia’s fragile position as winter approaches Moscow and Leningrad.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces an open competitive examination for Substitute Village Carrier at 50 cents an hour in Rolfe Iowa. Applications must reach the Manager Eighth U S Civil Service District St Paul Minnesota by November 18 1941. For requirements and blanks contact the Secretary Board of U S Civil Service Examiners Post Office City.
Coon Rapids resident Nile Doc Foxworthy sustained a serious hand burn while repairing a wall switch. He received first aid at the scene and was later treated for the injuries.
The Pocahontas County Iowa Board of Supervisors met June 17 1941. Bids for graveling were opened and rejected. the contract was awarded to W B Linnan. Various county funds approved claims listing officials and vendors including the Fonda Times Laurens Sun Palmer Press and Remington Rand Inc. with amounts noted for notices supplies and services.
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