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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1948
Page
5
Veterans and dependents in Arkansas Missouri Kansas and Oklahoma made 531339 visits and 277830 calls to VA offices in the six month period ending December 31. Branch director Paul E Arneson reports 159640 benefit applications and 156188 related letters were prepared.
U S Army and Air Force recruiters at Sikeston announced 691 men were accepted for the Regular Army or Air Forces in 1947 from Southeast Missouri. Enlistments spanned Cape Girardeau, Kennett, Dexter, Charleston, Sikeston, Jackson, New Madrid and Caruthersville, with recent Sikeston names including Alan Burton and Carl Burns.
A Wichita speech expert claims dogs can be taught to speak using the phrase Show me the way to go home. The method aims to reduce dog pound expenses by teaching dogs to vocalize a simple request and communicate with humans.
James O. Shannon of 815 Vernon Street is named Volunteer Recruiting Officer for the Citizen Marine Reserve in this area. He explains that World War II veterans who enroll retain their discharge rank and reserve privileges, with available entry for veterans and non veterans aged 17 to 32. Enrollment does not disrupt civilian life and withdrawal is possible except in war or national emergency. Call or write 815 Vernon for details.
Jefferson City report shows Missouri Conservation Commission Protection Section logged 2,590 arrests in 1947, with December at 403, higher than 2,550 in 1946. Most arrests stemmed from no or improper permits, illegal taking methods rank second, and a 96.9 percent conviction rate supported by growing evidence. Fees from arrests and convictions fund county school funds.
Conservationist Michael Hudoba urges renewed vigor in protecting hunting and fishing traditions. He warns inadequate management and pollution threaten fish and game, urging sportsmen to back restoration efforts and engage in practical conservation to balance outdoor enjoyment with resource limits.
This column argues the common cold is a major illness causing lost time and risk of serious complications. It urges rest, balanced diet, fresh air, exercise, and staying home while sick, noting colds can resemble other diseases. It emphasizes covering coughs, avoiding spread, and consulting a doctor if feverish. Sponsored by the Missouri Tuberculosis Association in St Louis.
Gen Dwight D. Eisenhower told a man wearing a "Draft Eisenhower" button to remove it and throw it away as they walked from a burial ground in Philadelphia. The moment captures a casual yet pointed response by the future president to a protest symbol.
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