06 Jan 1938
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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1938
Page
1
The column questions Jay Franklin’s 1988 tax forecast, arguing that Democrats historically tax the rich and the very poor little, while the middle class bears the burden. It contends taxes will hit middle earners hardest despite optimistic predictions.
The article surveys unemployment trends, labor movements, and fiscal policy as the nation inches toward prosperity in 1938. It notes improved census findings, warns of continued labor unrest, and highlights livestock reinvestment and reduced indebtedness as signs of potential recovery, while urging government action to restore momentum after the previous downturn.
A historical report notes the 1902 Mont Pelee eruption in Martinique West Indies caused about 30 000 deaths in roughly fifteen minutes, leaving a shattered landscape and communities. The account emphasizes the rapid scale of the disaster and its place in Caribbean eruption history.
Analyzes the right of judicial review as central to balancing power among the three branches. Discusses origins in Locke and Montesquieu, Marbury v Madison, and the 1805 Marshall articulation. Weighs democracy versus limited democracy, arguing restraint of legislation by judges reflects evolving public will.
The Leader of Jan reports Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Bartley shipping goods to Lincoln Nebraska to operate a rooming house. Miss Anna Anderson leaves to teach in Wellsburg Ia. Mrs. Ethel Gilmore visits from Chicago. Jim Talbot injures his hand. Dr. Seath relocates to Uwe Boehner block. Residents complain of stray kennel nuisances. Mrs. John Miller suffers a hip fracture from a Thanksgiving Day accident and is slowly improving.
By virtue of an execution from Mills County District Court Amy Hammers holds a $1,973.68 judgment against Fred Farquhar and others. The sheriff will offer Lots 1 and 2 in Block 10 Academy Addition Malvern for cash at the Mills County Court House in Glenwood on January 28, 1938, 9 AM to 4 PM, with bidding to start at 10 AM.
A fragmented 1908 item notes a meteor-like event at Molwarke involving a Siberian object stuck on dung. It claims no human loss, but a rugged air shock impacted materials. A farmer miles away allegedly died from the blast force, with references to a large loss of reladger units and widespread disruption.
In Mills County 1937 produced no standout figure, yet Dr. F. M. McCluskey of Glenwood rose to national attention as the county’s most known citizen. His hobby of collecting hairpins drew fan mail and press interviews after a New York radio broadcast. Tr. McChiskey also gained local prominence for campaign work improving the county courthouse and grounds, and as a witty toastmaster and civic leader in Glenwood.
deputy wardens found 78 dead elk unclaimed after a big elk hunting day near Gardiner Mon. 1000 elk have been taken to date. At Waterloo shelter aided Frank Goodale family found shivering in a box car at St. Joseph. Goodale sought Plainfield Wis. Construction begins April 15 on du Pont cellophane plant south of Clinton with 1000 payroll. Mrs Gerrit Pater age 26 of Olatock Sioux county died after kerosene explosion while trying to start a fire killing her six year old daughter Mary Jane.
Papyrus paper derived from the papyrus plant grew abundantly along the Nile and was widely used in Greco Roman times for writing.
Joe Allen returns to Ames Monday after vacation with Mr and Mrs Sherman Allen and family. George Gordy and Leonard of Troy visit J F Anery and Francis Sunday morning. Artene Haldeman teaching at West Lynn. Glenn and Ward Coopers with Alma Whipple and baby Madeline host oyster supper at Alfred Cooper home. Frank Lane and Edna of Waukee visit Grent Kellenbarger family. Laura Hodge of Genoa Nebr helps care for brother W M Kellenbarger.
A letter defends the extra session actions citing farm and housing bills as constructive progress. It rebuts charges of inaction, notes early spring building needs, and predicts quick conference report approvals as the regular session begins January 3. Tax reform wage laws and monopoly regulation loom, with weekly reports ending after the extra session.
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