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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1942
Page
3
Emmet County salvage chairman R. O. Rogers announces a national fats and greases drive. Households should save pan drippings and fat, keep in a cool place, and deliver to meat markets or Frozen food lockers for 4 cents per pound to aid glycerine manufacture and anti aircraft gun production.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks pledged a $500,000 war bond at Omaha Nebraska during their annual grand lodge convention which closed July 16 with a military parade. Walter Schultz and George Booth attended the convention as part of the Keep Em Flying program, aiming to recruit about 10,000 young men for the air corps. The adjutant general of the army pledged continued cooperation with the Elks.
A new linoleum floor was laid at the Robinson Jewelry store over the weekend. The light beige Jaspe pattern brightens the room, making it appear lighter and wider.
News of Louis Hintz death at University Hospital Iowa City on Sunday afternoon. Harry Jones of Mahlum and Anderson Funeral home escorted the body back. Funeral arrangements have not been made yet.
Heavy hens and leghorn hens listed with prices per pound. Includes heavy Cox and light Cox, heavy and light stags, capons, heavy springs, and assorted eggs and cheese items with various unit pricing.
A Ringsted Iowa group organized a unit of the United Service Women of America at the schoolhouse last Tuesday evening. Officers: President Annette Goff, Vice President Martha Fline, Secretary Edna McKay, Treasurer Claudia Bennicksen, Historian Frances Myers, Chaplain Elnora Haahr, Sergeant at arms Olga Jorgensen. Eligible members include women with a son, brother, or husband in the armed forces. Next meeting planned for August.
The June welfare report lists Emmet and neighboring counties totals for old age assistance and blind aid. Emmet paid 253 old age recipients an average of 20.91 dollars totaling 6 290.90. blind aid reached seven recipients averaging 25.70 dollars totaling 179.90. Other counties shown include Dickinson, Kossuth, and Palo Alto with varying beneficiary counts and per person averages.
Jackson County officials cut 21000 from next year's levy and bought 40000 in war bonds at a recent meeting. A Sunday dedication in Emmetsburg showcased a horse parade led by a high school band, with about 150 horses, horse and mule drawn vehicles, novelty races, and gaited classes. Local riders from Esherville attended, sharing a lunch provided by the Chamber of Commerce.
Leonard Carlson 41 former Estherville resident dies after illness and relapse. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM in Estherville Presbyterian Church with Rev. Claude Fausnaugh officiating. Carlson co managed Pla-Mor bowling alley, lived in Denver before death, survived by wife and son James.
Emmet county service men with wives or dependents face early deductions from pay under the family allowance bill passed June 23. Dependent payments start in November. June deductions may be spread over August to November at some posts. Lump sums accrue up to $250 per dependent wife before payments begin. Government checks then go out monthly.
The army invites women 20 plus with radio licenses or college physics and math credits to apply as civilian radio instructors. Ten thousand instructors are needed at Scott Field and radio schools in Sioux Falls Madison and Chicago to train air force personnel. Salaries range from 1620 to 2600 dollars yearly. Also noted are brief mentions of men taking fishing trips and others on business trips.
A stream of 1940s era notices follows: Pvt. Robert Thomas of Estherville visits family after furlough while stationed at Chanute Field Illinois as an instructor. Capt. Robert Calhan promoted from first lieutenant to captain at Essler Field La. Loyd Elwood and other locals enlist in Navy and Army and prepare for Great Lakes Chicago and Fort Leavenworth. Several family travelers head to naval bases, training stations, or schools, and many local men receive promotions or transfers as wartime service continues.
The town's Sanborn Grocery closes its downtown store this August 1 to shift stock and relocate to East Lawn. The vacated corner building is leased by Charles Robinson of Estherville Drug Co. for a redecorated, larger space. Penn Barber Shop and Iowa Guarantee Loan Company will move as Robinson plans interior changes after possession.
The American Legion launches a nation wide campaign to collect old phonograph records for scrap to manufacture new records for entertainment in army camps. Initiated July 17 and ending August 2, the drive targets 37 million records with support from Records for Our Fighting Men Inc and prominent figures Kate Smith Kay Kyser Fritz Reiner Sigmund Spaeth and Gene Autry. Community quotas exist including Emmet County’s 8800 records. pick up available via Wm Hiles 4 E Thomas or Loyle Mason.
Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, WWI flying ace, warned last week that within a short period 16 million American soldiers would be deployed worldwide to defeat Nazism. He spoke for the National Catholic Community Service Club of Washington, Catholic division of USC, saying air superiority requires 800,000 pilots and 6,000,000 ground crew members.
Capt Gordon Jones of the WAAC training school in Des Moines says demand for WAAC members to fill combat posts far exceeds supply. Corps area commanders have filed requests for 80,000 WAACs by June 16, with training support for 26,000 women under presidential orders, while Congress authorized up to 160,000. Roles include parachute packing, clerical work, water transport, switchboard operation, decodings, dispatching, statistics, post exchanges, basic motor repairs, and administrative duties.
Emmet County Rationing Board announces new sugar allowances allowing one pound per four quarts of fruit canned. Arm strong Ringsted and Estherville offices issue the rule with scrutiny. those who have already received sufficient sugar should not reapply. Ratherville hours listed. staff noted as volunteers serving without pay.
About 800 people gathered Friday afternoon as eighteen Lubbock area youths began induction for service. A parade led by the American Legion colors and the municipal band accompanied the group to the depot where the late train carried them to Des Moines for physical examinations and furlough before permanent induction at Port Leavenworth Kansas. Names include Arnold P. Andreasen Ringsted Jacob A. Berven Armstrong Melvin Bradshaw Estherville Joseph D. Buckley Estherville Leonard L. Clark Dolliver Alvin J. Coleman Estherville Aubrey C. Eastman Estherville Harold Wisher Estherville Einer D. Gram Dolliver David J. Holland New London Harold Huntley Wallingford Willard Irmiter Armstrong Clintown J. Mart Fairmont Minow Roy R. McKean Armstrong Abbo Mean Armstrong Leonard D. Ness Estherville Fred W. Petersen Craetinger Willis Pickell Graver Cleo W. Ramhorst Armstrong.
Commissioner K W Fischer urges keeping at least 90 percent of motor vehicle facilities for essential use. He notes over 30 percent of driving is needless and 16 percent near less essential, urging rural share the ride and fewer trips with more passengers. He warns elimination of needless and careless driving is crucial to preserve cars and the nation’s war effort.
Major Cullen of Washington says local board activities are unrestricted. Iowa editors warned to avoid releasing letters from servicemen. Lt. Col. Lancaster urges caution, citing enemy saboteurs. Betty Corey of Oakland visits Iowa parents, returning soon.
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