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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1932
Page
2
The Oregonian reports a clash between individualist and paternalist views on government and employment. W E Mallalieu argues against guaranteed jobs, warning it undermines initiative and breeds inefficiency. Critics say government should not overtake private enterprise.
Advertising expert Roger W Babson argues that increased advertising accelerates mass consumption and boosts retail purchases, wholesale orders, and factory production. He says the circulation of money rises with more business, meeting the nation's need for cash.
The speaker contends money sits unused as banks and corporations hoard it while advertising could steady growth. Aimed at boosting publicity to reveal better goods, lower prices, and service, the text argues that the current problem is too few advertising campaigns, not a lack of production.
Observation Tower notes the Insull crash exposed tangled holding companies and interlocking directors. Investigators struggle to map the stock and bond flows as federal involvement grows. The piece argues for legislation to curb complex corporate structures and restore public confidence amid investor losses.
A long thrift story from the Athol Review notes Mr. and Mrs. Tom Gooder have paid off their Kensington area farm, opting for contentment in ownership after years of self denial. Delinquent Kansas taxes reflect Republic county's strong payment record with penalties pending on late 1931 dues. A runaway sorrel team in Belleville caused chaos near the courthouse, while Elkhart bank robber Ray Majors faces a new trial motion and possible sentencing.
The piece challenges Dr. Brinkley’s Hutchinson Fair figures claiming Nebraska’s free textbook law saves money. It compares populations and costs, debunking claims of a $525000 to $533698.23 gap, noting Kansas outlays and per pupil costs, and clarifying textbook life spans and purchases.
The State Fair in Hutchinson Topeka Capital article attacks the Brinkley speech amid a debate on who pays for textbooks. It argues many taxpayers are parents and criticizes consistency of contract changes or expiration years.
A collage of satirical quotes reflects changing social mores and political chatter across Kansas papers. Points range from fashion and cooking to a tongue in cheek jab at campaign rhetoric and local gossip, with remarks attributed to multiple cities and columnists.
A. Ellingson, Andrew Wilson, and E. Wires left for Kansas City with Wires traveling as far as Manhattan for a visit with sister Mrs. M. G. Loofbourrownd. Dr. C. V. Hageman named captain in U S Army. previously first lieutenant in medical corps. Tom Willis dies at Excelsior Springs after treatment. burial plans undecided. Willis spent much of life in Scandia working as a hand man for locals. Captain Hageman trained at Fort Riley and served at Fort Sheridan.
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