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Newspaper
Patoka Register
Location
Patoka, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1935
Page
2
France faced a baffling case where three friends were stabbed near a border town. The scene showed only horse hoof prints in soggy ground. A female killer, masked by a friendly talk and hiding sandals with horseshoes under a cloak, was later found.
The article reports President Roosevelt's sharp rebuke of R G Tugwell after Tugwell claimed the administration could meet humanitarian demands and still balance the 1938 budget. Roosevelt warned against wild forecasts and outlined ongoing budget study with no final figures yet. It also notes WPA PWA goals, November grants, and the state-by-state spending plans as of November.
EW DEALERS report a major victory for corn hog producers as early returns show a wide majority favoring continued crop adjustment for another year. Ches ter Davis AAA administrator praised the trend and suggested a new voluntary contract for corn and hogs. President Roosevelt planned to formalize AAA as a permanent agency, with Davis noting a 25 to 30 percent hog production increase planned for next year. Wal lace announced a 45 cent a bushel corn loan for the 1935 crop under CCC backing.
United States official replies to League of Nations sanctions on Italy and Ethiopia emphasize independence under the neutrality act. President Roosevelt guides stance while Hull cautions against policy details. Public urged to avoid trade that could prolong war and energize profits. Earthquake tremors cause casualties from Helena to Calgary.
The District of Columbia Supreme Court granted Carter Coal a temporary injunction halting enforcement while a bond of 1500 dollars a day was posted to protect stockholders from potential penalties. The case will go to the U S Supreme Court for a final decision, per lawyers. The article notes other political and international turmoil and a wave of disasters across 1930s America.
Levi Nixon postmaster of Oak Hill dies at 82 and Roy Grantman of Stewardson killed in auto accident. Mrs Christina Gandy dies at 95 in Assumption. Civil war veteran James Carter dies near Beecher City. Burn injuries claim Mrs Henry Becker in Marine. Frank Schrefer identified in Bushnell train tragedy. Former Gov Joseph Fifer marks 95th birthday. Douglas county farmer George Christman wins corn husking title. Herschel Blazer elected Illinois Press Association president. Dr Daniel Irion, Elmhurst College founder emeritus, dies at 80. Chicago broker Thomas Roberts found dead, ruled self inflicted. Banks report partial depositor repayments expected. WPA projects approved. Mount Pulaski courthouse deed to state for Abraham Lincoln shrine finalized. Fernekes, Joliet escapee, dies by poison in custody. Universalist church elects Dr Walter Macpherson president. Illinois General Assembly meets in special session on social security and related topics.
The quote reflects a belief that opportunity comes to those prepared to act, highlighting the idea that readiness distinguishes capable individuals from others when chances arise. It emphasizes self assessment and decisiveness in pursuing favorable outcomes.
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