Are Folks as Happy Now as 25 Years Ago
The Inquiring Reporter canvasses five locals on happiness across time. Edna Bousquet says yes, citing modern uplifting agencies. Nora Scholte praises inner joy amid innovations like radio and roads. Ed Cook sees mixed levels of happiness due to increased desires. Nick Bogaards blames materialism and discontent but notes some gains. Dora Sybenga argues happiness grows with conveniences yet remains a personal view.
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Edna B. Bousquet
Nora Scholte
S. Cook
Nick Bogaards
Dora Sybenga
Health of Children A 1930 Goal
A State Department of Health message urges prioritizing child health at the new year. It stresses that health is largely individual, with organized effort needed for disease control, nutrition, clean water, safe milk, and waste disposal. Presidents Hoover and public bodies are cited on investing in children's health, nutrition, teaching hygiene, and local groups planning May Day Child Health programs with details arriving in February.
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State Department of Health
Hoover
Farm Bureau Federations
Omrihe
Nationwide Health Drive Aims For 100 Percent Health
An official health organization urges better organized disease prevention and health promotion to reach all children in the country and city alike. The aim is 1930 to see more boys and girls nearly 100 percent perfect in health, both physically and mentally, with moral development as part of the goal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ficial Health Organization
Welcome the bantam Austin car in U S traffic scene
National traffic experts praise the bantam Austin as a remedy for road congestion and parking shortages. American design promises 40 miles per gallon and a lifetime equal to larger cars, with capacity to fit 1,000 bantams in space for 600 big cars. Authorities foresee it easing urban transit burdens.
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American Austin Car Co
Detroit
London
Paris
Berlin
United States
Bantam Austin
Pork Barrel Methods In Automobile Insurance 1929
In 1929, 47 state legislatures plus Congress considered 105 bills on financial security for auto accidents. Most (56) favored compulsory insurance, 49 urged proof of financial responsibility after accidents or violations. Monopolistic state funds appeared in 12 bills, 25 proposed license suspensions until damages are paid, and 4 of the American Automobile Association’s Safety Responsibility bills were enacted.
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United States
Congress
American Automobile Association
Responsibility and the drive for stricter auto laws
An unbiased critic argues that policies aim to let irresponsible drivers use public highways cheaply. A practical law should place liability on the negligent party, not create monopolistic state insurance. Punishing negligence, not expanding laws, will curb accidents and safeguard travelers.
County road bonds not enough to solve Iowa highway issue
W R Archard and Glenn C Haynes, leaders of the Iowa Good Roads Association, warned that issuing county road bonds does not settle Iowa’s highway problem. They urged scrutiny of a 1919 constitutional amendment permitting $100 million in state road bonds and its submission to voters, stressing that passage, funding, and future state action are still required.
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Iowa
W. R. Archard
Iowa Good Roads Assocition
Glenn C. Haynes
Orchard
General Assembly
People of
Haynes
County primary road bonds free funds for local roads
Credit now tied up by the issuance of county primary road bonds for the state roads will be released permitting the counties to greatly hasten the completion of their secondary roads.
The Meanest Man in the World on Stage at High School
Sponsors keep the cast a mystery as Henry Billings a mean bill collector leads the comedy in The Meanest Man in the World at the High School Auditorium Monday night March 3. Other characters like Franklyn Fielding appear in this satirical look at modern business ethics.
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John D. Rockefeller
Jim Tully
William’ B. Shearer
Mussolini
Henry Billings
Billings
Franklyn Fielding
Alpha Psi Banquet Brings Masquers Students Together
Alpha Psi Omega members and Masquers gathered at Dr Wesselink’s home for their annual banquet. Valentine decor framed the evening with a large heart entrance passage and a festive dinner served on decorated tables. Guests enjoyed entertainment as slips of paper with verses were sung to Reuben and Rachel.
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Alpha Psi Omega
Wesselink
The Many Meanings of X Across History
An exploration of the letter X as Roman ten, a symbol of illiteracy, a ruler’s mark, a term for unknown quantities, a gas, a ray, and clues to Christmas, Xerxes, and a discovered body. It reflects diverse usages and symbolic roles in language and culture.
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Xerxes
Stock Prices Highlight Chronicle Ice Sale At One Dollar
A brief note lists second sheets showing Good fellow Stock at $1.00 in the Chronicle of ice. The line hints at a dated catalog or ad feature with a small, single dollar price and a named stock.
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Chronicle of Ice
Twenty Five Years Of Wedded Bliss Poem For Van Wyke Anniversary
Henry Postof of Grand Hapids Micha writes to Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Van Wyke of Osley Iowa on their twenty fifth wedding anniversary. The verse extols enduring faith, blessings, and the couple’s shared life while wishing continued health and harmony under divine care.
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Henry Postof
Grand Hapids
Micha
G. J. van Wyke
Osley
Iowa
Ten essentials for the successful student listed
Col Clyde R Terry president of the Illinois Military School at Aledo lists ten qualities for success. The first is intense determination to master the assigned subject and to connect new material with what has already been learned. He notes students must budget their time for study and devote more time to the more important tasks.
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Clyde R. Terry
Illinois Military School
Aledo
Terry
Student Character Traits From The School Essay
A list of qualities for students is presented, detailing how learners should focus, avoid distractions, identify essential ideas, study the teacher, approach exams with composure, weigh information openly, apply knowledge practically, and remain level headed after success. The emphasis is on discipline, critical thinking, and practical application in daily thinking and conversation.
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Lindberg
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