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Newspaper
The Pocatello Tribune
Location
Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1941
Page
4
The piece argues Franklin D. Roosevelt has lagged behind public opinion on ending strikes in defense industries. It calls his eventual leadership crucial and notes his historic three term presidency. It contends the nation hopes he transforms politics into statesmanship.
Ambassador Winant reports to Washington that Hess may have arrived in England seeking refuge though he cannot confirm. British officials meet Hess daily, but no information or proof has emerged.
A scientist says a Moon voyage is entirely feasible though it could require about 500 million dollars. He adds it would be worthwhile if certain individuals could be persuaded to undertake the mission.
Idaho life insurers paid 4.5 million dollars in 1940, per capita 8.50. Promoted: Harry Ranger and Clyde Hathaway. Amer Falls and Burley residents gain promotions. City of American Falls budgets 5,000 for street program. lava cinders eyed for base. Blackfoot cuts school tax levy. bonds paid down. Rev. James K. Allen sent to work camp for draft evasion. Gov Clark optimistic on federal defense road funds. Chiropodists target unlicensed doctors. Easter fined and jailed conditionally. Drunk driving hits: 159 licenses denied in five months 1941. Two Idaho infants die in accidents. Gov Clark drops extra session plan but threatens price cut leverage. Petitions to Roosevelt show antiwar sentiment in Emmett and Lewiston. Idaho lawmakers receive strong antiwar calls.
A satirical ballad recalls the Alpine rescue dogs and their brandy lore, recounting the shift from alcohol aided rescues to a sober era after war and reform. The piece frames the monks and dogs in Montreux as history and contrasts with modern cautions about alcohol. The column continues with notes on a Pocatello glee club trip to Los Angeles and local civic events, including a flag ceremony and commentary on a liquor trial.
An Idaho woman sews together Strips of white satin bearing 74 autographs to form a slumber robe. The piece reflects nostalgia for notable figures and earlier times amid cultural quips about modern and past icons.
The Idaho Alumni association awarded honorary memberships to nine individuals including Do. G. Phillips Earl Murphy Michael J. Ryan and others for services to Idaho. The note questions whether some honors reflected efforts to block four year schools in southern Idaho and cites opposition to a Pocatello program.
Two of Salmon's oldest churches vote to consolidate the Methodist church founded 1873 and the Presbyterian church founded 1901. They will hold joint services Sunday and operate as the Federated church using the Presbyterian property. The Rev. J B Sims, formerly of Arco, will be pastor.
Former residents from Pocatello now residing in Bremerton Washington visit their daughter in Idaho Falls and attend the Masonic grand sessions there. Mrs Roxie Wilson departs for a three month stay in southern California starting Thursday night.
W P Havener county surveyor and Jack Aljets county commissioner left Pocatello early Thursday to inspect road conditions in Bancroft and Grace districts. The mission aims to assess safety and travel access in the county.
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