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Newspaper
Liberty Bee
Location
Liberty, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1933
Page
3
A fragmented poem notes taxes, Chicago charity, and absurd lines about Columbus and the NBA. It references a governor, an orphan asylum, a monkey with a tin cap and hand organ, and a quip about the New York Giants. It also satirizes crime, Good and evil, and religious groups seeking booze control.
An aged authority denounces the union of Mr. Whiskey and Miss Beer, hinting at moral concerns and urging restraint in their partnership as alcohol’s social influence is debated.
Three remaining states will choose to launch John Barleycorn's Ignoble Experiment, propelling the country toward the program's release. The plan hinges on regional votes and potential shifts in public stance across the states.
A terse warning links poverty and corruption to fiscal balance, asserting difficult tradeoffs ahead. The speaker cautions that suffering and naked political reality will accompany any balanced budget plan, signaling a contentious path forward.
The report contrasts bold pledges against the 18th Amendment enforcement, noting the discrepancy in handling the same crowds and highlighting skepticism about claims of reducing crime.
The plan aims to place Capone and other undesirables on Alcatraz Island near San Francisco. The designated site is a famed prison with a history of no successful escapes.
Advertises a used car at a bargain price and plays on the phrase a song about going to a poorhouse. The quip compares the deal to the old saying about songs and prices.
The report notes areas where the National Rifle Association requires stronger physical barriers to deter signers from climbing over to access restricted zones. Specific locations and measures are not detailed, but the concern centers on crowd control and safety.
A passerby named Migosh warns that the rabbit fever panic could make people afraid to carry on daily tasks. The remark reflects growing unease as the illness spreads through the community.
Gov Horner faces strong statewide reaction as editors defend H L Williamson longtime Secretary of the Illinois Press Association over alleged overpayments. Critics say Chicago political machine fuels hostile reporting and downstate papers rally in Williamson’s defense amid graft charges.
A letter from the Illinois Agricultural Association argues that many farmers lack organization while other groups press for profits. It calls for a strong farmer alliance to lift prices by collective action and improve rural prosperity.
The governor aims to move state printing to Chicago risking about 100 printer jobs and a $30,000,000 bond issue funded by the gas tax. Downstate residents fear loss of work on gas tax roads and possible financial hardship if the plan proceeds.
A century ago Western Illinois founded a village that grew into a thriving town through progressive roads and industrious growth. The piece lauds local development and rail benefits while warning residents against shopping in nearby towns that funded the region’s improvements.
Sometime ago the liberty business men together with other towns signed up the NRA code and have kept the faith. They still believe the NRA will be a mighty factor in restoring prosperity if we all will give it our moral support.
For sale listing offers a washing machine nearly new a ten foot dining table log chain and scales offered by Herman Fengel also dry cord wood cut last spring advertised by Mrs C J Gorman Adams Illinois with the Liberty telephone line.
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