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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1924
Page
6
A political editorial laments corruption unearthed in Washington linking it to tax policy and rising tax bills. It urges unity against self seeking politicians and calls for support of honest public officials and reductions to curb government waste and dishonesty.
The article questions why oil reserves set aside for navy use are being drained without protection. It argues the oil supply is vital for national power and laments the lack of safeguards as the earth’s resources shrink. The piece asks why the strongest nation cannot defend its strategic reserves.
The Lawn Council met with the Mayor and all councilors present. Minutes read and approved. A fire extinguisher purchased from Renwick Hire Company. Listed payments include Martin 13.87, G. Sekipull 87.08, L. Miller 9.85, Will Blesie 16.16, Renwick, Bell Telephone 2.00, Matt Parrott 8.01, Downing Co. 3.98, Vacuum Gil Co. 30.41, Walker 70. A few bills tabled for correction. Finance committee approved warrants, treasurer's report read. J H Tanck and M Babler as election judges, WW McCurry and Fritz Britt as clerks for March 1923 town election. Adjournment action carried.
A skeptical quip portrays a county clerk hopeful as an ordinary figure kept by praise and fear of reform. The piece mocks political vanity, predicting routine maneuvers and unfulfilled promises, with a warning to voters to rebuke him at the polls. The author frames the candidate as a “golden skate” lacking true ability.
Grain price trends show higher costs as supply tightens and demand rises. Reuters-like figures indicate reductions in corn oats and wheats while barley shows gains, with oats and wheat mixed nationwide compared to last year.
The Milliner Class of Districts No 67 and 9 held an all day session with Mrs Bent on March 5th. Ten members and two guests attended. An extra luncheon was served followed by cutting and shaping hats. Leaders’ simple instructions drew praise. The class thanks Mia Oxley for material ordering and assistance. Next meeting with Mrs Dean is set for March 12.
Notice of meeting for the Vernon Cemetery Association to be held at the State Rink Renwick on Tuesday March 18 1924 at 2 00 pm. All members are required to attend and prepared to transact such business as may come before the meeting.
Vague notice reports a regular town election to be held on a Monday in 1924 under a town call. The text includes garbled dialogue about money, a treasurer, an aggressor, and a hermit patient. A doctor arrives to find a patient in tears amid confusing remarks about spending and apples.
Quiet ballots were cast at the school election with no fanfare. A. W. Gray was elected to the board as director, J. J. Kelling was re elected, and treasurer R. Mu Goetlech was also returned.
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