Constitutional amendment proposed by Robbins gains new significance
The Script discusses J E Robbins proposed constitutional amendment limiting conscription to defense within the Western Hemisphere and requiring two thirds congressional approval for any overseas service. It notes omitting the Philippines and argues the plan could reflect public sentiment and readiness for future conflicts. Robbins has circulated copies to senators and representatives, receiving approval from many.
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Robbins
J. E. Robbins
United States
Congress
Army
Air Corps
Marine Corps
Phillipine Islands
Pacific
U. S
Dreams Bother Sleep Of S H S Students
A school feature recalls students nightmares with psychologist input noting dreams reflect recent experiences. The example centers on LaVerne Hoener’s recurring dream of being chased by a red and white dragon across a roller coaster track.
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LaVerne Hoener
Dreaming of Cheese and Nighttime Escapes in Local Group
A humorous field note recalls a group sharing odd dreams after meals and daily routines. LaVerne links a dragon dream to limburger cheese, while Clair Book recounts bed bouncing and fall sensations. Marvin Brewer, Harold Stone, Don Kyger and others describe nightly misadventures with coasters, pennies, trains and endless cheese showcases.
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LaVerne
Clair
Marvin Brewer
Ellen Haskell
Marvin
Harold
Mozart
Stone
Cheese
Don Kyger
Don
Psychologist
Ain't Gonna Study War No More Chorus Begun by Eades
About 200 boys sing in the gym every Friday from 1 to 1 30 as part of a choral program begun by Mr Eades and directed by David Stryker.
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Jeanie
Mr. Eades
David Stryker
Forty Hour Week Satire Destroys Farmer Utopia Narrative
Satirical piece mocks a proposed forty hour week for farm labor. It follows a farmer’s day now starting at eight thirty, imagining reduced hours and higher prices for produce, with comic asides about roosters, horses, golf, and a Packard. The piece contrasts city and rural impact.
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Old Dobbin
Dobbin
Lone Ranger
Miranda
Frankie
Advice To The Lovelorn Or How To Get A Date
A light guide for courting in school days outlines a playful sequence from study hall removal to walks and a river road trip under staff supervision. The piece names Betty Gehring and Keith Swartley and others as examples, with Irene Royer chaperoning, noting mixed outcomes for potential couples.
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Betty Gehring
Keith Swartley
Betty Benard
Kurt Grantow
Irene Royer
Jay Wallace
Bob Hults
Sterling Bucketeers Take Final Game In Tourney
Sterling high finishes the season with star Elwin Duhm scoring 190 points while Ervie Ridge 140 and Johnny Woodyatt 132. Team totaled 751 points in the regular season. opponents 517. Sterling shots 1183 to 282, 23.3 percent versus 20.3 for opponents. Coach Platt ponders team nickname as readers are invited to suggest names.
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Elwin Duhm
Sterling High
Duhmy
Ervie Ridge
Johnny Woodyatt
Sterling
Blue and Gold
Colsieum Classic Ends In 27 25 Narrow Final
Curtis Brandau’s Blue and Gold Cagers lose to Dixon 27 to 25 in the 1941 regional tournament final played Saturday March 8. A cold tense night drew a great crowd as both teams struggled with nerves in a low scoring clash at the Coliseum.
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Curtis Brandau
Dixon
Congratulations to Eades and DeVoe on regional tourney success
The writer commends Principal Roscoe Eades and Assistant Principal A R DeVoe for orderly handling of the Regional Tourney. Helpers including door keepers and ushers are thanked with a bouquet. A highlight was Captain Ridge exiting the dressing room with the trophy after the Kewanee game.
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Roscoe Eades
A. R. DeVoe
Kewanee
Ridge
Sterling Cagers Claim Conference Lead With Regional Win
Sterling High students supported the ball club with evident enthusiasm and little booing. The team, led by Bobby Wolf with 14 points and Duhm with 8, defeated Mendota 62 to 29 on February 21 to tie for first in the conference, drawing cheers from Kewanee Moline and other fans as Dick Rohrer from the tri-cities backed the local team.
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Moline
Tampico
Dick Rohrer
Ronald “Doc” Rank
Sterling
Sterling High School
Kewanee
Tri-Cities
Mendota
Bobby Wolf
Duhm
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Ruth Ann Castendyck
Clarence Strock
John Platt Beeen
Bill Haglund
Gordon Behrens
Helen Lea Hansen
Tom Bogaard
Ty Gehring
Paul Hermann
Janie Bartel
Keith Brown
Jason Hopkins
Dick Smith
Jean Hoffman
Sei
Mel
Soutien
Brandau
John Platt
Sterling Angels
Sterling Mustangs
Buccaneers
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