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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1940
Page
4
A brief religious note cites Luke chapters 10 verses 27 and 28, urging love of God with all heart soul strength and mind, plus neighbor as self as the path to life. It presents the biblical quotation in ceremonial language.
A column argues against a third term for FDR, warning that the administration has failed to solve major issues, fears over war readiness, air safety, and internal feuds undermine national strength. It urges voters to seek new leadership if war involvement becomes likely.
The Idaho Falls Post-Register notes the Civilian Conservation Corps has helped about 80 000 young men learn to read and write using adult tailored books. About three per hundred registered could not read before, and many learned to read a newspaper and write letters within three months.
Readers are reminded that even trusted officials should be audited to ensure proper cash handling and transparent records. It stresses skepticism and the need for regular checks to maintain fiscal integrity.
A collage of Idaho local items notes a warm water fish hatchery joining Hagerman Valley Refuge and 700 acres of swamp land for wildlife and farming. Twin Falls plans a fireworks ban. Pocatello may have one too. Idaho’s 45th commencement at the University of Idaho features a new alma mater hymn by Dr. Upham. Minor anecdotes cover a rabbit-foot superstition misstep by Price Sears and a Lewiston parking meter fine paid by Grover Sorey amid a city council meter debate.
Aaron Lee Armstrong of 1611 State street Boise says he has solved the static problem in automobile radios with a compact three cubic inch device wired into a standard set. He has applied for a patent and reports interest from several radio manufacturers. The invention reportedly delivers clear long and short wave reception and remains functional near bridges power lines or transformers.
A travelogue describes a Japan visit detailing Akashi Castle grounds Miyajima Shrine and inland sea views. The author notes vivid scenery kinks of tourism and cordial railroad staff while recounting a ceremonial replica boat arrival and royal attention.
The writer tours Kyoto Osaka and Kobe noting crafts in Kyoto, cherry blossoms at a shrine, a Japanese revue in Osaka, Rotary club gatherings in Kyoto and Tokyo, and Kobe port bustle with ships to the Americas and Far East. The coastal drive left a lasting historic impression.
The federal agriculture department reports Utah wheat yields may total 3 650 000 bushels down from 4 420 000 predicted a month earlier. Rye is seen at 34 000 bushels. Cherry production could reach 3 910 tons, up 1 500 tons. peaches 623 000 bushels and pears 112 000, both above last year.
Report notes that eight states employ lethal gas as a method of capital punishment. Authorities and lawmakers are debating the technique amid ongoing legal and ethical questions.
Alvan Macauley president of the Automotive Manufacturers' Association told the Detroit meeting that normal production for sale to the domestic market must continue at the largest possible rate to fund defense taxes. He urged maintaining payrolls and employment in factories and at car and truck dealers to support national prosperity during the armament effort.
Sir Stafford Cripps and Erik Labonne arrived in Moscow on the same plane, joining Italian ambassador Dr. Augusto Rosso who traveled by train. The trio, new envoys to Soviet Russia, came via the Balkans in a show of Allied diplomacy.
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