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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1933
Page
2
The passage notes a theory that dogs wag tails when happy, then questions this by contrasting a dog’s behavior with a bore. It describes bank openings causing smiles among many, including those with gold teeth, amid fears of hoarding. It mentions Babe Ruth and Colonel Ruppert rejecting salary offers, signaling ongoing public suspense.
The article notes baseball compensation has fallen to low levels with contracts for top players in 1933 paying salaries no larger than those of members of Congress.
Congress faces multiple reform ideas as Representative Carpenter from Nebraska suggests reducing congressional mileage allowance from 20 to 10 cents per mile. The frequent attempts hamper concentration on national issues.
The Treasury and Treasury Secretary Woodin favor expanding federal reserve bank notes over a nationwide clearing house system. The plan aims to back new notes with bonds and other assets, tightening control to avoid deflation while muting inflation risks. City workers may face higher prices, but banking system stability is prioritized.
A Dayton News editorial argues for strong national economy pledges by the president and swift congressional action. It warns of local interests and voter pressure that may block cuts, urging citizens to back broad spending reduction to protect the American taxpayer.
Fremont Tribune argues Governor Bryan should appoint Gilbert Hitchcock to fill the late R B Howell's U S Senate seat. Hitchcock, a former senator and strong Wilson and Roosevelt ally, is described as best equipped to support the administration and represent Nebraska in Congress.
Dispatches report Mahatma Gandhi plans to start a new newspaper in India. The venture is described as another sheet issued by Gandhi to spread his ideas and influence.
A reader asks how much money can be carried concealed in a cigar box after a recent hoard unravels. The inquiry seeks practical guidance on discreet cash storage limits.
The text argues that merging business functions reduces expenses while still employing government divisions to burden the taxpayer, claiming an ongoing consolidation trend. It presents a critical view of efficiency efforts and the impact on taxpayers without detailing specific programs or dates.
A passerby notes that someone asks why the U S has no bachelor tax and another remarks with humor that bachelors face a $60 annual tax when filing income taxes. The exchange reflects light commentary on taxation and social norms.
A Gazette report notes an Emporia family relied on beans when banks closed. They survived on twenty five pounds of navy beans and a sack of four, with meals of boiled beans bean soup baked beans bean salad and bean bread. The children spent an evening tossing a bean beg.
The nation approves President Roosevelt’s rapid banking measures, seeing decisive action and clear leadership. The reception reflects broad unity unseen since early World War I, signaling confidence in his ability to steer the country through crisis.
Dayton News argues Roosevelt inherits reduced opposition as he takes command. It contends earlier reform was blocked by powerful interests and that now a national crisis offers a chance to transform banking and tariffs, with FDR tasked to turn calamity into lasting improvement.
Clinton W. Gilbert in the New York Evening Post reports rising sentiment for guaranteeing bank deposits. Nebraska experience shows lack of safeguards and overchartering led to excessive competition and bank failures, arguing for stricter bank chartering before any deposit insurance.
William R. Cunningham narrates a farmer’s routine from dawn to dusk. He milks cows feeds chickens cleans the barn and tends fields while noting the toil and scant pay. The verse laments hard labor yet repeats readiness for another year of farming.
A reflective poem urges poise in law enforcement, business, religion, and datesmanship. It condemns criminal violence and intolerance toward Jews, notes banks slowing, and envisions a righteous leader guiding justice and relief for the oppressed while opposing those who uphold the Golden Fleece.
In the Cass County Nebraska District Court a guardian seeks sale of Gertie Beckner estate. On April 24, 1933 at 10 a.m. at the Plattsmouth courthouse the West 37 1 2 acres of the W 1 2 of SW 3 4 Section 17 and East 7 1 2 acres of the E 1 2 of SE 1 4 Section 18 Township 11 North Range 13 east will be offered to highest cash bidder. Sale subject to liens and open for one hour.
American Legion pledges support for President Roosevelt after senate passes deep budget cuts harming veterans. National Commander Louis A Johnson calls on 10,709 Legion posts and about one million members to hold meetings and pass resolutions of loyalty and aid.
Detroit News notes a 1904 Japanese message to Russia cited by the London Times. It argues Manchuria is/was not Chinese and cites self determination for Manchukuo, while the League of Nations doubts Manchukuo’s popular support and warns of potential Japanese action against Jehol.
The line hints that King Popeye will rule a small realm with Mr. Wimpy as his primary administrator. Wimpy is described as handling nearly all governing duties in this simplified setting, suggesting a limited and simple civil structure.
Notice of hearing in Cass county Nebraska for the estate of Elizabeth Ellen Akeson who died intestate around September 3 1885. The petition by Andrew V Stander seeks determination of death date heirs degree of kinship and descent rights to undivided one half of the northwest quarter section 7 township 11 north range 12 west. Hearing set April 14 1933 at 10 a m in Plattsmouth County Court.
An order of sale directs the April 15 1933 public auction of 158.69 acres in Cass County Nebraska to satisfy a Federal Land Bank judgment against John D Foreman et al The notice also governs a March 31 1933 hearing in the County Court on the final settlement and discharge of administrator John L Tidball with publication in the Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks.
Georgia Creamer administratrix petitions for final settlement and allowance of accounts in the estate of Charles Creamer deceased. Hearing set for April 7, 1983 at ten o'clock a.m. to show cause why petition should not be granted. publication in Plattsmouth Journal for three weeks. court official A H Duxbury signs and seals the order.
A local school supply drive takes place at Bates Book Store in Cass County with listings showing books, notebooks, pencils and backpacks collected for students. Organizers urge community members to donate and support education.
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