26 Oct 1944
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1944
Page
1
The item notes a consolidation with The Reveille on February 12 1914. It traces origins to 1888 and credits long term leadership by the J H Lighter family.
New details show Allied artificial harbors built in Britain and towed to Normandy. Concrete piers and floating causeways supported supply landings while Cherbourg lagged. two harbors allowed steady unloading as Germans retreated.
The article argues Hitler’s grip on retreating troops in Greece Yugoslavia and Hungary fails as Russians and partisans close in. It cites a postwar plan for a world organization named The United Nations with an Assembly and air contingents to enforce decisions and maintain peace.
A collection of editorials notes that election forecasts are often wishful and reflect campaigns. It discusses postwar drafting, troop returns, and ongoing service through Japan and Germany. A Corydon anecdote celebrates a couple finding pride in a small Indiana town.
LeMars Sentinel notes farmers in Iowa face labor shortages and scarce equipment as they harvest a large corn crop. Families work long hours without mechanical pickers and will complete cribbing despite obstacles. The piece also argues for revived food stamp programs and improved unemployment compensation amid rising relief needs.
The article argues that without a unified world organization powerful nations must lead future security decisions. It warns that small nations may gain sovereignty but lose voice in the security council, risking unity among major powers if aggressors act and big powers fail to act.
The piece argues extending food stamp benefits to all unemployed workers, varying stamp amounts by family size, to aid poultry and dairy sectors and reduce postwar hunger. It criticizes the current administration and Republican harderliners, notes ceiling prices distort bidding, and questions Germans’ will to continue fighting in World War II.
Emmetsburg reports shoppers flocking to grab scarce goods as war time restrictions ease. Department stores see high demand for items from alligator skin bags to two way stretch girdles while civilian ammunition allotments trigger large crowds in Chicago. Farmers also seek prewar appliances at auctions.
A reader notes advertisers squander radio time with repetitive crude scripts harming artists and audience. The column urges smarter psychology, cautioning against biased programs and calling for impartial public controls similar to BBC. The piece ends with a political aside on postwar tax promises and rising debt interest.
Republican James Hroner announces his candidacy for sheriff of Pocahontas County. He emphasizes experience and asks for support in the general election on November 7. Endorsed by local party committee.
County Extension Director Max C. Naylor advises locating feeding floors where feed and water are handy and adding feeding and watering access to minimize labor. Harold Beaty notes three construction options on hog houses, granaries, or adjacent slabs, with drainage, shade, and soil prep considerations. Midwest Plan No. 772038 is available from the Agricultural Extension Service in Ames.
Billy Parrish a Chariton boy ten years old is described as suffering from a severe sinus trouble. The story notes his mother was recently in Chicago with family matters related to the illness and treatment.
Gene Erickson, 17, of Kent, follows family Navy roots as his great-grandfather and H. W. Philadelphia, with 16 years service, return to train gunners and continue naval service.
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