Prohibition Rally in Des Moines Calls for Unity
Iowa dry forces convened at the Central Church of Christ in Des Moines on March 27 gathering about 2,000 delegates from counties across the state. Leaders urged resistance to repealing the Eighteenth Amendment, denounced the Cooney-Ditto beer bill, and planned a rigorous campaign for 1934 while stressing unity, local zoning limits, and continued enforcement.
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Stron
Des Moines
Central Church of Christ
D. W. Morehouse
Drake University
A. A. Herrick
James O. McClelland
Judas
W. C. Edson
Storm Lake
B. J. Powers
State Capitol
Don Berry
Indianola Record
Ida B. Wise Smith
Lovegren
Morningside
Lawrence Bash
Drake
Senate
Young Bush
Why Freezing Up of Bank Credits Brought the Money Crisis
The piece analyzes bank holidays and runs during financial distress, comparing Roosevelt's choices to the 1929 crash. It explains how depositor fear triggers widespread withdrawals, the limits of bank reserves, and how simultaneous bank calls for aid collapse the system, forcing closures until confidence and support return.
Before banks established a moneyless economy shift
The article traces how early trade relied on gold and silver, then paper money, and finally credit. It explains the collapse of confidence in banks after risky investments, the need for secure deposits, and Roosevelt’s moratorium. It also discusses 1933 dairy and grain markets and suggests steps for Iowa dairymen to align production with domestic demand.
Local Visits and Birthday Surprise Reported in Cordova
Cordova community notes include visits by John and Louis Schuring Pel ln callers Anne Diekema Evelyn Kool of Otley Anna Diekema of Rock Island and others. A neighborhood gathering celebrated Donald Rexroat turning 18 with about 35 attendees.
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John
Louis Schuring
Anne Diekema
Evelyn Kool
Otley
Anna Diekema
Rock Island
J. Bloodsworth
Wm. Zegers
Gerrit Vink
Andrew Bognards
Bientema
John Schuring
Frank Rexroat
Donald
Rean Verwers
Knoxville
Pella
The Dairy Situation by Ernest M Wright
The United States has 13 percent more dairy cows than four years ago and dairy production up 35 percent in ten years. Domestic demand absorbs all output. little is exported. A 14 cent butter tariff keeps out foreign butter, boosting Iowa producers by about 6 cents per pound of butterfat in 1982, but rising production could force exports at world prices. Milk per cow fell over 6 percent since 1929 due to cheaper feed.
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Iowa
Ernest M. Wright
Iowa State Dairy Association
United States
United States Department of Agriculture
Spurgeon Sayings on Hard Truths and Humility
A selection of Proverbs and maxims warning against folly and pride. It cautions that promises fail without action, hungry people act badly, truth is avoided by the reluctant, and hypocrites struggle to maintain appearances. Wisdom begins with God and honest endurance.
Doctor pivots to trade as farmer near San Domingo Vic
In a candid chat the doctor reveals he has become a trader and owns a small farm with hogs calves eggs and other farm products. He mentions considering renting a small farm to stay viable and continues to practice medicine while bartering goods including newly made hog troughs from the Mirror plant.
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San Domingo
Mirror Plant
Will Employ 600 Men At Thirty Cents Hour
A Roesch told the Oskaloosa Tribune on Monday that about 450 men were employed part time last week and a plan to raise this to 600 men this week is in motion. Funds for relief work in the county are limited, restricting employment to part time.
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Oskaloosa Tribune
A. Roesch
Mr. Roesch
Train and Auto Collision Near Eddyville
A northbound gas train struck a southbound auto near Eddyville, causing only superficial car damage. The auto driver, Mr. Peterson of Ottumwa, escaped injury and continued to Ottumwa. Witnesses said the car approached fast while engineers slowed. Visibility at the crossing was good for about a quarter mile. Peterson blamed brake failure for reduced stopping power.
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Eddyville Tribune
R. I
Peterson
Mahon Company
Ottumwa
Town Draws Line on Free Feeds to Transients
Milton Herald reports Mil ton will not feed tramps or other unfortunates drifting into town seeking meals. Mayor Lee C. Brown and Marshal W. E. Boyd face pressure from townspeople to provide help. Council warned of unlimited costs if meals were provided. current policy limits spending. Marshall Boyd may feed prisoners or those housed in the jail overnight, with breakfast policy maintained.
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Milton
W. E. Boyd
Lee C. Brown
Brown
Marshall Boyd
Monroe physician barters services for farm produce
Monroe Mirror reports Dr. H. M. Tharp, a Monroe physician, accepts farm products in exchange for medical care. He explains that patients fall ill and doctors must find a living method, noting his cafe visit as he speaks on the arrangement amid economic strains.
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Monroe
Monroe Mirror
H. M. Tharp
Relief work program aims to provide steady pay for citizens
The plan envisions permanent work as relief to ensure food and essential needs, paying thirty cents per hour for eight hours. Crews will be rotated to sustain relief efforts until conditions improve. Funds come from the government, creating a standing obligation on local taxpayers.
First Woman to Sit on Education Board Dies
Sigourney widow Alice Heald Mendenhall 75 of South English died in Sigourney hospital Saturday morning. She shaped education as Jefferson County schools superintendent for six years and Fairfield High School principal for four years. She later served on the Iowa State Board of Education as its first woman member and remained active in political affairs.
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Sigourney Review
Alice Heald Mendenhall
South English
Sigourney Hospital
Death Notices for Mrs Mendenhall in West Branch Era
Mrs Mendenhall, wife of Chet Mendenhall, died after a six week illness. Born February 24, 1858 in Finglich to Dr. Allen Heald's family, she graduated from Penn College Os kaloosa and studied at the University of Chicago in 1912 1913 1914 earning two degrees and publishing a thesis on the Friends society. She married Chet Mendenhall in 1895 and is survived by him. Hoover first visited West Branch during his 1928 presidential campaign.
Epitaph Joke About Wife In Above Relation
A Kansas farmer ponders an epitaph for his wife while she jokes about placing on her tombstone the phrase Wife of the Above. The farmer’s penurious humor highlights a blunt, playful exchange between a husband and wife.
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Kansas
Iowa Politicians Swapped Handshakes For Budget Heads
An opinion note criticizes Iowa lawmakers for spending public money and urges more decisive fiscal decisions. It argues for harsher scrutiny of spending and fewer politically performative gestures.
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Iowa
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