Thanksgiving tribute to peace and wartime VFW critique
The paper reflects on America's Thanksgiving as the fight against war ends and criticizes those who denounce returning soldiers at reunions. It defends veterans for their wartime sacrifices, noting generous support like cigarette drives, wine, and champagne during conflict. It condemns stay-at-home profiteers who censor returning servicemen.
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Social and Elks events span week in Estherville
Legion Auxiliary hosts a Monday social and business meeting while visiting members enjoy a bridge tea at Rosary club house. Elks hold a Thanksgiving dinner dance with Happy Hunter's Kansas City Play Boys providing music after a 6 30 meal. Dr J M Frederickson's birthday celebrated with bridge games and high scores by Mrs Fink and D Brown. Dick Patterson and Delores Patterson wed at Armstrong Methodist parsonage with reception plans and future home in Estherville.
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J. M. Frederickson
Harry Fink
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Dick Patterson
Delores Patterson
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Albert Dick
Armstrong
Grant Clark
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Estherville
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Ralph Knox
13Th Street
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