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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1946
Page
6
A humorous piece depicts two fishermen using war era sonar to locate fish. They hear coded sounds and misidentify noises from broadcasts and politics as marine life, ending with a reveal that their catch is a large fish but actually a commercial.
WNU Washington Bureau discusses move toward international cooperation amid global crises. It warns that failure to unite could trigger another war and notes upcoming atomic bomb tests in the Marshall Islands as a measure for defense and peace.
A campaign urging potato use across eating places targets diverse preparation methods beyond french fries. It promotes baked or boiled potatoes and asks outlets to try alternatives without influence.
The column defends President Truman for speaking bluntly on automobile driver competence. It asserts his candor and toughness, suggesting he believes many drivers are reckless or irrational and that current rules allow such people to operate cars on American streets.
On a calm summer day a double header was planned but one game was delayed over union dues. The crowd waited as organizers argued over payment and checkoff, leading to three pitchers being excluded for lacking union cards.
The piece notes a shift to potato based bread in America and hints at public reception of Chester Bowles new book. It emphasizes cautious optimism about critics calling the book substantial, while reflecting breakfast table humor of the era and radio broadcasts fading from daily life.
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