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Newspaper
Rock Valley Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1933
Page
14
Des Moines reports a quiet Capitol week with liquor tax talks and private plans under debate. Legislators note a pending tax revision bill as factions push for a compromise while hearings draw many interested parties.
The draft bill would divide state areas into four zones with funds collected from the state fish and game commission directed to be spent proportionally in each zone. It notes prior nonpartisan judiciary proposals and mentions a hydroelectric power plan to control and develop state waters for public benefit.
Senator Carolyn Pendleg and Representative Ada Garner led the effort as sponsors of the resolution endorsing the labor amendment. The floor debate was lively in both houses with senators and representatives expressing varied views on the proposed change to the federal constitution and the under eighteen age protections.
The House passed a concurrent resolution urging the president and secretary of agriculture to use federal power to compel meat packers to cover recently levied taxes. Citizens demand protection for producers and livestock, while packers face pressure and opposition in the policy shift. The Senate quickly approved a similar measure and it was sent to Washington.
Analyzed fragment shows speculation on Republican candidates for governor with mentions of Des Moines post office and Taunton, Gov. Kra eclel, amid uncertainty about campaign material and readiness. The text implies a looming political campaign but lacks clear candidates or dates.
Evelyn Landschulte announces a notice requesting applications for 1934 automobile tires at the National Bank. Any vehicles stored must have plates attached before January 4, 1934.
Petition actions and judgments in district court include foreclosures and attachments. Equitable Life Assurance sues for mortgages totaling tens of thousands with attorney fees. cases name Fak Meyer and Alba, and an action against Lynn Cowell for a car accident on October 12, 1933, with damages and costs. Other filings involve Johan Groenewez, Mizareth Groenewez, and estate matters for Gerrit Feldhoom, plus promissory notes and costs in related actions.
A petition and related suits involving The Rauitable Life Ags Society of the United States versus NEY and others describe promissory notes and executor actions. Jonathan G. Dalsan and Micy Palion appear as defendants in a separate assault case where a guilty plea led to grand jury examination in January 1934 with a $3,000 bond. A district court transcript awarded The First National Bank of Hawarden judgment against Lena Schneider for $815.97 plus interest and fees in a separate justice court proceeding.
A fragmentary transcript details a legal matter in Coweta involving Haden Datten and Todtstitw Wy 1. The document references interest at 6G and mentions labor, court time, and a verdict or decision related to the parties named.
A county report lists 53 farm foreclosures filed between March 1 1933 and December 1 1938, totaling 7290 shares and judgments sought amounting to 3 004 92. Names include Heise, Green, Faber, Hall and others. The data covers claims in the listed period with several cases adjudicated or swept forward.
The high school Glee Clubs stage The Nautical Knot by WW Herbert with a large cast led by Juli and Delma Braidis Sulley. The plot follows Julia, the haughty belle, as sailors woo and schemes unfold amid love, mistaken identities, and a happy ending with weddings to come.
The Elders of Brac Tasthernn commend Patines Elorntoy En and Hock Vallor qieatlpa Zoy for their splendid hospitality during a drought. Notable attendees include Winterfeld, Feet Dierks, VA. Miller, Whe Schlambtolm, Frank Miller, and Wm. Goyer.
Farmers lead corn lean applications with a total of 37506 dollars and 8 cents. The page lists the powers and their earnings, detailing how much each received.
A fragmented historic church bulletin notes a Dutch service at 2:00 PM with a Christ Eucharist sermon on Stay fron Sacoh and prayers from the Lord's Prayer. It records infant baptism, a sermon topic on religious life, and announces the death of Mrs. Lema with a funeral at the church this afternoon. Rev Fy and other clergy are listed in the schedule.
The First Reformed Church reports an excellent year end, with finances improved over last year and the church in splendid condition. Officers elected include Wan Houten as chief, Blankespoor to fill the elder vacancy, and Dykstra and Wissink re elected as deacons. The Missionary Society held a successful sale of zoos, lunch served to 230, and the Ladies' league forms new programs. A strong lineup of winter speakers is planned, with meetings in the church basement and events this week including a discussion on Communism and various society meetings and officer elections upcoming.
Rock Valley merchants announce extended hours for Christmas shopping starting December 20. Stores plan evening openings December 26 and the rest of the week to help shoppers.
Peage Lutheran Church Plato Two announces Sunday school at 10 AM and a German language divine service with instruction. Pastor Sub Bp. Meek and J. Graf guide the services.
Mr and Mrs Earl Corwin have become residents of Rock Valley. They moved here last Friday from Luverne Minnesota and are staying in the Bastemerer house in the northeast park of town.
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