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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1941
Page
5
The Sikeston Chamber of Commerce secretary, under the President and Executive Board, designates October 1 to October 8, 1941 as National Newspaper Week. This resolution is issued on October 2, 1941, by the chamber.
Sikeston Public Schools Superintendent argues that a free press sustains democracy and helps inform the public about school progress. He emphasizes shared goals of schools and local papers, urging community support and transparency through editorial coverage and school news.
Paul H Teal an extension agent from New Madrid County argues newspapers are essential to extending farming science and improving rural living. He praises local editors for wide reach and notes that published announcements and farm progress stories serve two goals: inform readers and encourage better practices. He urges careful, well prepared material and defers to editors on space.
Albert H Morrill president of Kroger Grocery and Baking Co lauds newspapers for public and business service noting nearly 60 years of advertising in 1200 papers across the Middle West and South. Last year the firm spent about 1 651 000 on display space while affirming continued support and a policy favoring newspapers over free distribution guides.
Mr. Miller of the Missouri College of Agriculture commends newspapers across the state for weekly dedication to disseminating timely farm news. He highlights coverage of farm meetings experimental results and home practices as essential to statewide agriculture during National Newspaper Week October 1 to 8.
The statement suggests that if the United States proves territorial claims in Antarctica, American soil could be considered to have sunlit territory at all times.
A reflection on the essential role of newspapers in modern life. The piece argues that the press connects individuals to global events, educates, inspires, and serves as a foundational pillar of a free republic, citing figures like Hudson Taylor and Wendell Phillips.
C L Blanton Jr advertising manager for the Sikeston Standard will go to Mount Vernon Missouri next week to enter the sanitorium for a six months rest.
Publishers and editors recall Daniel Webster quote on liberty while a three barrel gun made for Theodore Roosevelt is exhibited at Roosevelt House Library and Museum in New York City. Roosevelt used the weapon in early big game hunts with notable success.
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