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Newspaper
Liberty Bee
Location
Liberty, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1933
Page
3
A columnist recalls hard times and cheers rising fortunes as 80 000 fans attend a football game with $2 50 entry. A generous oilman gives another oilman 300 000 dollars. The piece mocks legislators who pass a bill enabling private interests to seize Chicago water works under Gov Horner.
A physician owned several ducks that began quacking whenever he approached. Viewing the behavior as a personal issue, he decided to sell the birds promptly and move on from the situation.
A compact saying contrasts debt with prudent shelter by noting it is cheaper to move the wolf from the door to the roof to deter the stork, illustrating a shift in risk and expense. The adage implies reconfiguring immediate threats rather than eliminating underlying problems.
A soldier entered combat with his ex wife’s photo over his heart, declaring that anything capable of stopping a clock would also stop a bullet. The vivid remark frames a personal motive fueling the frontline courage.
A witty quip about a mouse trap replacing cats surfaces as a zany zoo sighting. A child visits the zoo, later tells her mother she saw a kangaroo with a rumble seat, a curious and humorous local aside.
A quip notes that wars would end if admission was charged. It cites papers claiming Japan averages two earthquakes daily and suggests that motive is for Japan to move into China.
A quirky note mocks the NRA's approach aiming to provide employment over relief. It derides slogans about chisels and tomahawks and mentions Hood’s SarSaparilla Alka Seltzer and Crazy Water Crystals as supposed remedies. The piece hints at timing and radio guidance for prosperity.
A fragment notes widespread unease as rising temperatures and unsettled skies sweep the region. Citizens brace for Thanksgiving travel and festive meals while the heat and humidity strain daily routines.
A satirical take on President Roosevelt facing Ukraine and Russia, suggesting a tale of treasury, a distant embassy, and warnings about Hitler. The speaker mocks political figures and debates, claiming presidents exchange money and fear conflicts. The piece portrays a chaotic view of leadership and foreign policy with heavy humor and distortion.
Editorial praises local men who over 21 years contributed to community progress. It recalls achievements like the park, improved streets, Route 105, street lighting, gravel roads, and a spirit of cooperation. The piece urges appreciation through kind words and recognition for those who sacrificed time and money.
The community notes that Loren B Hessert has closed his local business and will be missed for his service. He chaired the road committee for years and advocated the road system and street lighting during difficult times, earning deep appreciation from business leaders and citizens.
The article notes Princess Mdivani, formerly Barbara Hutton, arriving from Paris to collect a $10,000,000 inheritance in New York. It also reports Earl C. Smith announcing a 600 percent rise in farmers taxes over years, urging readers to question tax effects and investment shifts.
President RooseETL insists on ending religious wars as he recogniz es Russia in a move signaling a shift in foreign policy. The report highlights his stance amid rising tensions and calls for restraint.
Willard Griffin 77 died at his Payson home after a life as a miller and carpenter. Born August 1 1856 in Payson township to Horace and Lydia Griffin, he married Mary Stockwell on September 30 1877, who died years ago. Survived by four daughters Leona Chapman Blanche Holt Etta Robinson Nell Diker and two sons Charles Griffin W E Griffin, plus sisters Malvina Rice and Ella Renner. Funeral at Payson Congregational church at 2 30 Sunday afternoon.
A Pie and Pound Supper is planned at Livingstone school for Tuesday evening November 28. The program features a play titled Miss Molly directed by teacher Roberta Noftz.
Two of Ed Pracht’s sons are listed as sick in the household roster. The item notes illness without further details and appears among local family notices in the periodical.
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