07 Apr 1927
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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1927
Page
1
The speaker argues drainage accounts for about 75 percent of road quality. Soft pockets on hills cause mud. tile them out to fix. Replacing quicksand subsoil with coarse gravel is needed but often impossible. It took 30 years to learn drainage is as vital as grading.
Norman Hapgood quotes Senator Walsh of Montana signaling a bill to regulate stock and utilities market activity. He notes two billion dollars moved from the market to enrich utility owners, warns of securities sold without assets, and urges Iowa blue sky law amendments to cover utility stocks.
The article argues that Thomas Jefferson preferred writing over public speaking, noting his dislike of debate and belief that persuasion comes from reading and calm reflection. It contrasts Jefferson and Washington’s historical impact as evidence that the pen, not oration, yields power. It asserts the pen is more powerful than speech.
A city press discussion notes tension over Congress makeup and farm relief bills like MacNary Haugen. It suggests repeal of the direct primary as a way to restore political influence to capital interests.
Arthur Brisbane surveys rapid modern shifts from Europe’s air travel to Chinese awakening, noting a coming helicopter era, vitamin discoveries, health boosts, and moral downdrafts. He foresees technology shaping morals and nations, tempered by caution about imperialism and truth.
A historical note cautions that population based seat changes could tilt federal power toward city districts. It argues twenty five underpopulated states hold fifty senate votes from about twenty million people, while twenty three larger states with eighty six million people hold forty six votes. It notes the House has not been reapportioned since 1910 and urges careful consideration before endorsing changes.
A 1927 safety piece urges drivers to keep calm on the road warning that even brief anger causes many traffic crashes. It cites court records across the United States showing temper loss as a leading accident factor and urges restraint despite road hogs and cut ins.
A compact column by Thos E Pickerill on international relations and immigration using humorous quips. The piece contrasts dialogue with China and Russia and riffing on immigrants misperceptions of the Statue of Liberty, plus a remark on gold mining and foolish spending.
A quip about choosing between storm reports and climate ads. Notes that China is the cradle of the human race and major powers seek influence. Mentions rising egg prices and a Belgian Swedish pact to avoid war, which may be difficult to honor.
The note promotes wallpaper patterns to complement Easter attire and suggests new wallpaper to enhance the appearance of a costume. It promises bright walls for months and notes full rolls may be returned for credit in catalogs.
A Detroit paper advertises GM lineups with models from Chevrolet to Cadillac. It promotes 7 Chevrolet models from 525 to 745 dollars, Oldsmobile 11 models 875 to 1195, Buick, and Cadillac offerings with Fisher bodies, Duco finish, and V8 power.
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