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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1941
Page
2
The piece argues for economy in postwar policy, urging readers to pressure Congress and senators to cut non-defense spending and favor measures that save money. It notes defense employment rising, unemployment low for able-bodied workers, and questions keeping WPA and other grants unless repaid with interest. Editor appeals for public support and action.
A late Sat urday Evening Post piece by Demeree Bess envisions Europe divided between London and Berlin after the war. The article argues the United States must prepare to share burdens, finance postwar recovery, and supply manpower to sustain peace if London prevails.
An editorial argues forceful U S help for Britain and allies after World War II, warning of European chaos, the long financial and political burden on Americans, and the need to support China India and British dominions. It notes civilians’ fears, wartime morale, and broader global duty, interspersed with a military slang-filled letter from a cadet explaining wartime slang to family.
The S. O. S calisthenics class meets Friday at 6:30 PM at city hall and walks to Riverside park for a picnic supper with exercises and handball on the program. Each member brings her own supper and plans for winter activities will be decided that evening. The J. C. Penney store force held a Wednesday picnic at the state park with attendees including Leo Olson Laura Mathwig Mrs Mauck Mary Tostenrud Blanche Wilson Doris Henry Bob McKay Ernest Solomonson Geneva Novak Ronald Painter.
The September gathering of the Alpha club of the Methodist church is rescheduled. They will meet on their regular date in October.
In Old Cheyenne screens at Le Grand theatre on Friday and Saturday. Roy Rogers plays a cheerful fast-moving hero chasing a supposed cattle-rustler ringleader while he falls for Dolores Casimo, daughter of Tim Casey, editor of the local paper, amid a train hold-up and Western action.
Action stays in high gear as the crime drama Highway West plays Friday and Saturday at the Grand theatre. The cast features Broadway recruits Arthur Kennedy and Brenda Marshall with Olympe Bradna William Lundigan and Slim Summerville in supporting roles.
Benny the comedian Jack Benny stars in Charley's Aunt at Grand theatre presented by 20th Century-Fox. The famous farce centers on a man who masquerades as his friend's aunt, aiding two college pals and receiving two marriage proposals, with a lively procession of mistaken identities and comic mix ups.
Mrs. Harold Woodling and Mrs. R. E. Creger were guests at a 7:00 PM dinner hosted by Past Presidents Parley at the G. M. Donovan home. The event included sewing and visiting as gifts were presented and farewells planned for Seattle and Des Moines. The honored guests were joined by a long list of hostess participants.
Fifty seven dolls were shown at a WPA Recreation department doll party. Mary Low Erickson won for oldest doll at 75 years. Marjorie Nelson won prettiest doll. Marilyn Hubbard won funniest. Miss Lucile Peterson and Miss Margaret Herum judged. Active outdoor games engaged 65 children. refreshments served by Patricia Waldron, Mary Genise Clare, and Geraldine Wilkins.
Curtains of crushed velvet in dark beige are placed in Brown Ready-To-Wear front windows. Rods allow drawing curtains for display. Jesse Cox assists with install and scenic work. Mr and Mrs James McDonough plan a trip to Hot Springs for medical treatment via Chicago to visit son Floyd.
Mrs Elmer Sumpter hosted the Four Mile Lake club at her home with aid from Mrs Roy Mentzel. Members shared a current event and enjoyed an entertainment lineup led by Mrs Bert Swanson and Mrs Kenneth Swanson, with Mrs J D Sawyer winning the contest award. A club picnic for families was voted for September 28 at Fort De Fiance park, and the next meeting is October 1 at Mrs Cecil Wiseman’s home with Mrs Isadore Nepp assisting. Attendees included Mrs Dave Ingvall, Mrs Clarence Ingvall, Mrs Chester Barnes, Mrs Ed Carlson, Mrs J D Sawyer, Mrs Alva Sawyer, Mrs Ira Swartz, Mrs Otto Schaper, Mrs Warren Shaffer, Mrs Isadore Nepp, Mrs George Frank, Mrs Henry Klein, Mrs Eddie Michael, Mrs Herman Damman, Mrs Ed Shirley, Mrs Harry Howell, Mrs Cecil Saunders, Mrs Bert Swanson, Mrs Cecil Wiseman, and Mrs Kenneth Swanson.
Special execution from the District Court of Emmet County Iowa in a 1941 judgment for Oliver Larson against Pearl Peterson and others. Debt and costs total 139.50 with accruing costs. Land described as part of the East half of the southeast quarter Section 7 Township 98 Range 33, south of the Wallingford Public Highway. Further description appears in the court’s certificate.
Classified items include land offering in Superior and Spirit Lake at 75 dollars per acre with one dollar thirty six cents yearly figures, and low interest on advertised plans. Also sale of household items and rental notice for a modern residence in Estherville. Plus legal deed notice dated 1919 with foreclosure details and sheriff sale set for October 1941. Naval Reserve cadet training updates for WLR and Deming.
A 1942 AAA program voting rule was rescinded. The previous order allowed farm producers who planned to join in 1942 to vote in the selection of administrative committees. The new ruling restricts voting to those who participated in the 1941 program.
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