International tension and AAA effects mingle in 1930s reports
The article links Japanese pressure on Dutch East Indies to U.S. naval deterrence and warns of an economic embargo. It cites AAA corn yield figures across southern states, notes hog production trends in the South, and mentions Iowa political columns and Minnesota Governor Stassen as signs of shifting Republican liberalism.
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Yearbook of Agricultural Statistics
AAA
Middle West
South
Corn Belt
Iowa
South Atlantic
South Central
Town Farm Economist
Spencer Times
Harold Ke Stassen
Minnesota
Stassen
House
Senate
Debt and defense clash in wartime forecasts
The article argues Japan cannot sustain vast battleship programs on a lagging economy, predicting lower living standards. It compares Japan and Germany's finances to U S military spending, suggesting debt is no barrier to defense while questioning the credibility of critics and the strength of allied financial support.
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Japan
United States
Germany
Europe
Damper on Loans Says Editors In Enmentsburg
Editors contend banks are eager to issue loans but only to firms with real prospects. They argue government interference and heavy taxes restrain lending and hinder productive use of funds.
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Commercial Bank
Younger Leaders Rise From Old Guard After Roosevelts
The piece argues that younger leaders gain strength as older party figures fade after two Roosevelt era landslides. It notes they reject ultra spending yet accept new global movements, warning conservatives face disaster if they cling to old ideas and calling for adaptation.
Arbor Day Origin and Spread Across States
Arbor Day began in Nebraska as a midwest initiative by J Sterling Morton who urged a dedicated tree planting day. The first observance on April 10 1872 saw over a million trees planted. the idea spread to other states and nations, with communities holding planting ceremonies involving school children. The date varies by state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mid- West
J. Sterling Morton
Nebraska
Penny an angel funds a Missouri town weekly mystery
A mysterious benefactor dubbed an angel showers a Missouri town with hundreds of dollars each week. Residents question the source and identity as the strange generosity unfolds in The American Weekly distributed with the Chicago Herald-American.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
American Weekly
Chicago Herald-American
Stolen lead from LeMars cemetery tied to Sioux City man
Richard Korth of Sioux City was arrested for stealing lead from multiple tombstones in the LeMars cemetery, police report states and authorities confirm ongoing investigation.
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Richard Korth
Sioux City
LeMars
Gubernatorial Race Draws Reactions From Iowa Papers
Local papers survey the 1930s Iowa Republican primary with H. R. Gross and Irving Knudson as top contenders to challenge Governor George A. Wilson. Critics note open door policies versus Wilson’s approach and discuss Kraschel’s renewed bid and Nelson Kraschel’s potential nomination.
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West Union Argo-Gazette
George A. Wilson
H. R. Gross
Wilson
Irving Knudson
Knudson
State Senate
Kraschel
Herring
Iowa
Kossuth Co
Migosh Kraschel
Holstein
Nelson G. Kraschel
Nels
Speaking acquaintance of Gross shapes Iowa voting
The text argues Gross has a broad speaking acquaintance with many Iowans and that this may influence voters as Governor Wilson and party leaders face a difficult June election. It implies Gross’ popularity could impact the ballot outcome.
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Gross
Average day food weight and ancient population tests
A quiz lists questions on daily food weight, ancient population control in Athens and Sparta, a true false US rail mileage claim, slide rule meaning, Europe’s dense population, and Panama Canal tolls. Answers are on Page Eight.
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Athens
Sparta
East
Africa
United States
Europe
Belgium
France
Germany
Italy
Panama Canal
Farm sales fall after policy shifts and trade changes
G Wieland, newly positioned from Ormaby Minnesota, notes a drop in forced farm sales from 54.1 per 1 000 farms in the year ending March 15 1933 to 22.4 per 1 000 farms in the year ending March 1 1937. Exports to trade agreement countries rose 50 percent from 1985 to 1938 while exports to other nations declined slightly.
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United States
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Rolfe
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Hull
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Naval Board
Norwegian
Plymouth County
Board of Supervisors
Cooney
Martin M. Cooney
Republican National Committee
Fayette County
Republican Party
Weynoter
Enmetsburg
Interstate Commerce Commission
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Eldora
Dakota Lines
Iowa Lines
ICC
Eldora Herald-Ledger
Des Moines
Chuck” Gross
Chuck
Milo Reno
Milo
Irving H. Knudson
State Highway Commission
Sibley Gazette
Cupid
Vassar
H.’N. Wheeler
H. F. Olerich
CG. B. Bowen
Shrine Temple
Tom Bailey
John Damberg
N. L. Hollis
Geo. Hauck
Hector
Finland
Lithuania
Latvia
F. H. Molyneux
Savage Block
G. Wieland
Ormaby, Minn
Julius Benecagent
G. A. Everson
M. D
T. D. Jones
Lester Leserman
Jones Shop
Carl J
Auto Bonds
Kennedy Agency
T. J. Raynes Insurance
L. M. Graham
First National Bank
Rolfe Monument Works
C. R. Barry
Rolfe State Bank
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