22 Feb 1934
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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1934
Page
1
Fragmented text discusses a sweeping postwar clampdown on mail contracts and a Navy or postal service overhaul. It mentions a $20,000 fine, President Roosevelt or Truman era actions, the Amur act, and a push to clean up the industry amid investigations into mismanagement and reconstruction efforts.
The text presents a garbled mix of phrases and incomplete words. It seems to reference New York, a fire incident, and some collective memory or charge. Specific details, dates, or names are unclear.
A Chamber of Commerce committee was elected to study securing a suitable airport site for Emmetsburg. Discussion notes possible routes and the role of CWA radar, with interest in buying land by local businessmen if pursued now before CWA labor programs end and costs rise.
The piece argues that President Roosevelt aimed not at a fundamental economic overhaul but a social shift to make government and business earn ordinary respect. It contends his policies avoid destroying private property and focus on labor relations, wages, and business conduct rather than a true revolutionary program.
Belgium mourns as King Albert I dies at 18 after a climbing accident. His death ends a beloved reign noted for welfare of his people. Automobiles surge as industry reports 2350 million dollars in orders and 325000 Detroit workers, with 100000 unemployed last year.
Detroit News likens Franklin Roosevelt to Winston Churchill in a modern Happy Warrior comparison while noting public sentiment may rebrand him. Spencer News-Herald reports the Iowa Legislature’s special session nears week fifteen with costly, five major bills amid political fatigue. Albia Union quotes Senator Dickinson on shifting laws and morals, contrasting past and present standards over gold and whiskey.
Spencer reporter notes tax issues persist and will not be fully settled until human maturity improves. The piece urges continued effort toward better taxation solutions.
A fragmented excerpt critiques a mob in Europe and insults a governor candidate Dan Turn, labeling him incompetent. The piece mocks Turn and urges him to step aside, portraying political tension and public mockery.
R W Vasey, Graettinger depot agent, owns a rare autograph book dating to 1888 1876 showing House signatures of the era. He also preserves newspapers including the American Statesman 1847 Weekly Universe 1850 and the Saturday Courier 1849 with a John Jacob Astor biography. Vasey may donate the collection to the State Historical Society.
Haggard senior editor of the Algona Upper Des Moines and Mrs Haggard left last week for San Antonio Texas where they will spend reverse months.
Will present music pupils in a school auditorium recital at Grachtin ger High School. Miss Sands directs the music program and Mr. Nelson is the band instructor. Spirit Lake Beacons note Art Sarazine has taken over Standard Service station in the area, previously with Robert Mulroney Clothing.
Hans Pfund Iowa director of the national re employment service states a spring pickup in industry will provide work for many unemployed Iowans. Local offices keep detailed records of qualifications and experience and coordinate with private employers at no cost. He notes county directors printed cards that quickly produced jobs for 13 people and urges workers to keep their cards active for openings.
The March term juror list for the District Court is published. Grand jurors appear March 13 and trial jurors March 20 at 9 0 a m in Emmetsburg. Judge James DeLand of Storm Lake presides.
In the past years horses have fled Texas Iowa and Kansas due to a nervous system disease known as the blind staggers or forage poisoning. A Washington report published treatment instructions. Community notes record local marriages trades theater buys and farm sales.
A February 21 1894 note from the Democrat recounts state and local happenings. Walter H Butter's letter on Town legislature activity is printed. Judge Weaver orders a Fort Dodge grand jury to indict cigar shop slot machine operators. Pomeroy relief Committee members return their service fees. Pneumatic rubber wheeled skates debut. A son of Julian Dubuque’s heirs appears to claim the city. Zernnda Samuels mother of Frank and Jessie James is reported dying near Kearney Missouri. C W Williams a famed horseman may go to Galesburg Illinois to oversee a race track. A proposal to hold soldiers homes managers accountable to Congress. No reports of abuses at the Iowa State Home. Indianapolis unemployed refuse to shovel snow for pay. Mrs M L Brown P Coonan W E Saunders and P Molan ship cattle to Chicago and plan a visit. County jail prisoners escape and hold a spree Monday night.
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