20 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1936
Page
1
Notices urge subscribers to promptly notify address changes to prevent delivery delays under new postal laws. Newspapers must pay postage for changes furnished by the post office, and advance notice is recommended to ensure uninterrupted service.
The piece critiques Hoover’s quip on the national debt and proposes that Democrats repay Democratic debts while Republicans repay Republican ones. It discusses bootlegging enforcement, relief efficiency, and the dangers of government dependence, advocating self reliance and prudent fiscal policy. It also notes Ickes opposition to further road building in national parks and Chicago President Hutchings backing universal constitutional oaths for all workers.
A Nebraska county approves denying further relief to workers who spend money on beer or recreation. The piece argues relief is a system disease born when the economy is out of joint, citing Julius Caesar as a contrasting historical example of governance during national expansion and civic reform.
Real estate transfers filed in Mills County Iowa between January 31 and February 7 1936 list several deeds. Transactions include Wo Harover to Edith Viner for a tract in 10 72 40 and Raymond W Rhoades to Kathryn Rhoades for Lot 1 Block 1 of Avenue addition to Glenwood. Ken M Van Ausdale to Leila M Pace for Lot 6 Block 2 Academy Addition to Malvern. Hoeck to Henry Hawek for Lots 4 5 8 and 13 in Mineola.
A fragment hints at a cautious view of a reserved man, suggesting he could be proper and refined or merely misunderstood. The line hints at evolving perceptions of character and manners.
Readable scraps from a local page recount snow piling up to 15 feet at AJ Kilmartin driveway and a 30 cubic yard shove to clear paths. GOP dinner chatter in Glenwood, jokes about editors and wives, and light notes on local misadventures fill the page with small-town color and humor.
From the Leader edition dated February 14 186 report recalls old items that may interest readers who remember those times. T.T. Brotard shows Uncle Henry Harrisay a milk wagon for moving the tactical fluid from barn to horse while Matt Thiggins paints it. At the Board of Trade meeting Friday evening committees on revision of the constitution and by laws report was received and adopted before the committee discharged. George Mellor rents Mrs Crow's farmette and plans to move soon. Mrs D J Tathett and two children depart for Macedonia for two weeks with Mrs Tis parents who reside near that place. Glenwood D A Farrell hobnobbing.
The American Legion advocate urges highway safety education in schools citing 36 400 killed 197 000 permanently injured and 1 170 000 injured nationally last year with $600 million in property losses. Public opinion and parental cooperation are needed to reduce accidents and protect families as the movement grows in towns.
An opinion argues Congress should adjourn to study Kansas policies noting its lack of state debt, pay-as-you-go roads, a new capitol, solid schools, and low nuisance taxes. It warns high federal taxes depress investment and employment, urging tax reduction and balanced budgets nationwide. The piece laments generational worries and urges thoughtful consumer choices.
In Washington this week discussion centers on military appropriations and past wars. Analysts warn exaggerated arms spending may not prevent future conflict while defense needs and future wars shape the federal budget. Snow blankets Washington as Potomac freezes and residents enjoy winter sport amid a lengthy cold spell.
Oakland hadness men clear roads with snowhound and tank shovels for 1% days. Denison faced acute coal shortages. businessmen urged conservation via mayoral proclamation. Reicleswig deemed western Iowa’s worst blocked town. supplies ran low and baconed groceries were scarce. Red Oak opened its armory to house fuel-short families. Ned Oak dealers kept demand met. An obituary note praises E A Stevens's mother-in-law. Griswold postal strike caused citizens to storm the postal department. mail moved by train. Lenox votes on land area purchase later found legally invalid, need new vote. Topeka’s Rt. & Morgan found turnips fresh after heavy snow, only frost depth and fish worms noted.
The 1935 county financial report shows town councils spending over 36000 to run municipalities. Glenwood and Malvern together accounted for 27617 of the total. The table lists amounts by funds and the 1935 fiscal figures compiled by County Auditor B A Schade, with publication forthcoming this week.
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