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Eldora Herald Ledger

Location

Eldora, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1935

Page

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Editorial on boosting purchasing power via lower prices

Dr. Harald G. Moulton of the Brookings Institution urges reducing consumer prices through better technical processes rather than profits, aiming to widen purchasing power and stimulate prosperity. He argues manufacturers often prefer production cuts and price increases over ongoing output, a view supported by many economists and moralists seeking broader access to goods.

Harald G. Moulton Brookings Institution Moulton

Purshase controversy tests loyalty of Des Moines teacher

A Des Moines teacher faced trouble for buying outside the capital, but proved the purchase came through a Des Moines dealer and the case was dropped. The piece argues loyalty in public schools, urging boards to replace teachers who shop out of the community with equally qualified instructors who support local commerce.

Osage Press Marshalltown Times-Republican Des Moines Es Moines Sereanet

Why Taxes Are High and the Tax Burden

Federal expenditures for a bit over three months of the current fiscal year surpassed 2 billion pounds, a new peace time record. That figure translates to about 16 dollars per person in the nation. If continued for a year at the same rate, the cost would reach roughly 64 dollars per person in the United States including state county school and city government costs.

United States

Land values vary by county in farm census findings

The Tosca farm census as of January 1 lists land values above 100 dollars per acre only in Scott county at 103.90. Hardin Grundy and Marshall show lower averages with 85.08, 89.09, and 81.70 respectively, while 1920 and 1930 figures indicate notable changes across years amid broader political debate on U S policy toward Europe and Italy.

Tosca Scott County Hardin County Grundy County Marshall County

West on par with east in plan to aid farmers

The administration accepts complaints and proceeds with a plan to assist farmers, marking progress toward West-East parity. A recent dictatorship example showed Mussolini ordering Sunday openings for a holiday, drawing rebuke from the Vatican and widespread Church disapproval.

Tural Mussolini

Drivers permits should reflect road safety priorities

The writer argues against rigid driving tests claiming skilled drivers are not always safest. A careful inexperienced driver can be safer than a capable but reckless operator. They advocate granting permits after a year of driving with faultless records and revoking licenses for reckless or careless driving to improve highway safety.

Webster City Freeman-Journey Jess

Newspapers Asked to Help Eagie Grove Patrol Boys

Town papers were asked to read a free copy to the secretary of state for the statistical department of the Town road control. The piece imagines if local clothing stores donated $2 shirts for patrol boys and if Iowa garages supplied inner tubes. Restaurants could provide $2 meal tickets and squares could offer $2 liquor worth to revive injured motorists or patrolmen.

Eagie Grove Eagie Secretary of State Pontrol Iowa

Why Not Try Them Newton Record

The Newton Record notes recent state tax collection methods and a push to have courts declare new taxes illegal. It argues courts may strike them down, forcing future legislatures to replace them to lower property taxes. The piece urges letting the new taxes stand to evaluate their burden before removal.

Newton

Warned by Hammill on June primary slogan risk

John Hammill warns voters that slogans cannot elect a president senator or governor in the June primary. He urged parties to present concrete programs with a solid economic basis to persuade the average citizen.

Hammill Clarion Monitor John Hammill Dinahedb Ghee Lot Teehee

Archbishop Keane Visits Eldora and Confirms Class

Yesterday Archbishop Keane of Dubuque visited Eldora and confirmed a class of forty or more at the Catholic church. The church has grown materially in numbers and influence since Father Convery became pastor. McCutcheon the cartoonist spoke to a record audience, with over 80 dollars from single admissions. He drew cartoons of Waily West, Bent Edgington and Greer's automobile near the close. Mayor George Gilman visited Town Facts Thursday. Various local figures and events are noted, including clergy, club meetings, and a new Hardin County Bar association formed with officers elected. A flashback recalls a heavy snowstorm 35 years ago on Oct. 16, 128280, blocking trains for days.

Keane Dubuque Eldora Catholic Church Father Convery McCutcheon Waily West Bent Edgington Greer George Gilman Daniel Moser Centerville SL. D Chas. Scurry Styles Academy New Providence McCutchean George Ward Midora Eastern Star of Iowa Pivelport R. M. Wright Iowa Woman's Club Greater Town Commission F. W. Horton Winchester Joseph Lawless Owass Plains California Hardin County Bar Association Herbert A. Hull B. R B. Bryson Gerlad Leming F. J. McGreevy

Over the Back Fence A Cefamo for Farm and Town Women

The Radcliffe county federation of women held its 32nd annual meeting with Cynthia Gray present. Attendees enjoyed lunch, discussed drama space in Eldora and Radcliffe venues, and heard L. B. Wilson speak on life worth living. Young women participated, signaling hope for county club activities and community leadership.

SS Et Rasy Ihe Feders- Men of Women Clube Radcliffe Cynthia Gray

Carnival Planned at Whitten Hall This Friday

The Whitten annus carnival will be held at the schoolhouse on Friday November 1 with a supper starting at 6 36 and a program at 8 o'clock. Attractions include novelty booths bingo game and a fish pond. The event aims to raise funds for community needs and features a lively campus atmosphere.

Illinois Grove Visitors and Local Community Notes

Illinois Grove announces visits from Mrs. Glenn Jones and families including the Hagens in Decatur and Reed relatives en route to Illinois. Numerous residents travel between Marshalltown, Lamelli, Eldora, Boone, and Albert Lea Minnesota, with others planning winter stays in Arizona. Local socialize at the Farm Bureau event and at Alva Walker, Bruce Coleman, and Carey households as relatives visit and return home.

Rough Woods Ag Mre Jomo Clinton Harold Nicholcom near Hubberdies

A rough note from a rural area mentions Jomo Clinton and Harold Nichols near Hubberdies. It references Rough Woods Agricultural Market and a probable local event or listing. Further readable context is limited and names may be uncertain.

Steamboat Rock School Observes Education Week

Steamboat Rock School joins Education Week events with a schedule from Monday to Sunday featuring themes like The School and Democracy and The School and the State. Activities include student programs, hall displays, club meetings, a HalloWeen party, and a community broadcast while highlighting local churches and community involvement.

Steamboat Rock

Standard Oil Holds Dealer Conference At Waterloo

Four hundred Standard Oil dealers and salesmen from Busck Hawk Hardin and Grundy counties attended a conference at the Cobbblestons Electric Park Coliseum in Waterloo. The meeting outlined a fall and winter campaign and introduced a new winter gasoline available November 15 with claims of instant start at 30 below zero and 25 percent faster warming.

Busck Hawk Hardin Grundy Cobbblestons Ing Electric Park Waterloo Mason City Cplsegmt H. E. Grace BR. T. Kinneman PLA Ceder Falls McClae F Waterleo Chaise A. Station Suis J. J. Jost W. Byrne Vctal M. F. Miller London S. S. Normandie Tone Standard Oil Company Standard Oil Minneapolia Audrey Duquette Cleo Wally Jack Welch

Fey Or Garden City Cousin News From Des Moines to Marshalltown

Ruth and Edith Cen rearned Porre emeg weddings were held TEEPE where they have been amie Alberta Knutson and Aris Olson were McCallsburg callers on Wednesday Edith Olson underwent an appendectomy at Deaconess hospital in Marshalltown Thursday Anne Chelevig Mrs Theodore Olson Charlotte and Ruth visited Edith Olson at Deaconess hospital Friday Mr Olson returned home and Mrs Olson returned Sam Olne and Carl Severseike were Des Moines callers Friday Mrs KR E Lee and Orva Mrs Qo Ritland and Genevieve Mrs O Lee and Mrs Omer Lenning visited Elmer Hoelscher home Saturday afternoon A group of young boys gathered at Carl Severseike home and enjoyed an oyster supper Tuesday Those present were Wendall Anders Forrest Klemme David Hendrickson Norman and Sigurd Oevig Donald Galbreath James Lee Ralph Skartvedt and Harlan Eape The last meeting of the Ladies Aid was held Friday with Mrs Orla Galbreath hostess officers for next year were elected: Bernice Holt president Mrs C T Tungland vice president Elida Skie treasurer Those on the arriving calamities are Mrs Hy Nelson Mrs John Mole and Mrs are Mrs Martin Vallem Mrs F W Betan and Mrs Ole Olson

Wendall Anders Forrest Klemme David Hendrickson Noreman Sigurd Oevig Donald Galbreath James Lee Ralph Skartvedt Harlan Eape Ladies Aid Min Orla Galbreath Bernice Holt

Timber Valley Codas in Boone Harvest Report

Timber Valley figures Mike Moseman and John Edward Barnhart drove to Boone while Edna Jones worked for a local farm. Rodgers threshed and counted soybeans, estimating bushels harvested and related activity.

Mike Moseman John Edward Barnhart Boone Estay Edna Jones Yeees Ponelor H Rodgers

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