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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1933
Page
2
Observation Tower reports Roosevelt arguing the federal duty to prevent starvation though relief hurts the needy. It notes local politics in Scan dia with calls for school annex and criticism of Frank Washacheck a Cuba commissioner over gravel roads and public funds.
Al Smith faces criticism from a Catholic priest and bishop amid a heated exchange with the administration. Governor Relph and Hoover clash over policy while Borah denounces sound money. The exchange suggests a heavy political program ahead as Congress prepares to convene.
A jumble of editorial quips from multiple papers mocks political silence, promotions of reformers, and the lure of novelty. The note mocks leaders who copy trends, cites a turkey of headlines, and hints at journalism's evolving game. This collage-like slice blends humor with regional media chatter.
Editorial urges readers to buy housing and building materials as a Christmas gift to themselves and the community. A new furnace roof electric kitchen garage or home promises lasting employment and economic benefit, with contractors able to advise on savings and smart purchases for future costs.
In Brooklyn New York Frederico Buono dubbed the human pincushion pleads guilty to grand larceny. He faces a sentence from two to five years as investigators reveal a nationwide index of fake insurance claims and filing cards as evidence.
A source describes a man who hoodwinked insurers and medical staff by pretending paralysis after staged car accidents in which he was the sole victim. He arrived at hospitals and drew 50 000 dollars or more before authorities stopped the scheme.
The piece notes resignation of two high officials over monetary standards and frames Congress as soon to debate the issue. It argues gold should back the system with silver monetization as a companion, sparking public and expert dissent unseen since Bryan era.
A cache of Christmas wish letters from girls and boys in Kansas and nearby towns, dated 1933 to 1988, requests include dolls toys books boots skates bicycles guns and coats. Several children ask for candy and nuts and urge giving to poor children while sharing school life details and greetings to Santa Claus.
A third grade student writes on December 8, 1983, inviting someone to a school Christmas program. The letter mentions a teacher named Miss Ethel, good attendance, and high grades. The writer expresses desire for a doll dish set, a small chair, and a beady nut as gifts and promises to see the recipient soon.
Eldon F. Covert a traveling salesman for John Morrell & Co. injured when mud ball shattered his windshield near Belleville and destroyed his sight. Kansas Supreme Court reversed a lower ruling, holding the injury was not a natural hazard of employment and thus not compensable under workmen’s compensation law.
The treasurer’s report for the quarter ending October 21 1933 shows balances receipts and disbursements totaling 138 45 with bank balance 147 23. Local residents and visitors are listed attending events and visiting Concordia Randall Clay Center Abilene and Scandia including a Knights Templar banquet and a 1929 Auburn straight eight driven by Art Cardwell.
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