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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1941
Page
11
The Sikeston Herald notes the upcoming city and county elections ahead and warns of rising political tension. It urges a review card for assessor returns to promote equitable personal property assessments and mentions public interest in property valuation disputes.
Southeast Missouri peace officers, angered by the fatal shooting of Patrolman Fred Walker near Festus, warned that if not peace officers they would have taken summary action at the two young men captured Wednesday morning. The shooting was described as a dastardly deed deserving speedy punishment.
The piece discusses the House passage of a labor reform bill aimed at curbing strikes and promoting peaceful settlement of disputes. It urges Roosevelt leadership, calls for replacing Miss Perkins at Labor with a more capable official, and advocates making unions financially and legally responsible for their acts to protect industry and workers.
The Sikeston Herald recalls events from December 1 with Rev E R Hendrix to officiate at a new Methodist church dedication, plans for a new Iron Mountain station, and Sikeston beating Charleston 19 to 13 in a local football game. Also notes students home for Thanksgiving and regional social events.
Sikeston leaders report the Red Cross drive exceeded its goal by topping $1100 in the current Roll Call. Rev. Joseph P. Read led the effort despite a revival at his church with cooperation from the town. Scott county chapter head John J. Reiss and Roll Call chair Rev. Walter Craig credited for coordinating volunteers and plans across the county, with reports suggesting about $2000 raised in Scott county and Sikeston expected to approach $1200. A long list of local donors and businesses supported the campaign, underscoring a strong community response.
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