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Titonka Topic

Location

Titonka, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1936

Page

3

Titonka Topic rates and distribution details

Pint dated at the Postoffice in Titonka Iowa as Second Class Mail Matter. Thoroughly covers a territory within fifteen miles in circumference reached by no other paper. Subscription rates are $1.00 per year in advance within Titonka trade territory, $1.50 if not in advance, $1.80 per year in advance outside Titonka trade territory and in other states, $2.50 per year in Canada and foreign countries.

Titonka Towa Titonkas Titonke Canada

Sleper Seeks Democrat Nomination for Third District Supervisor

John A Sleper of German township announces his candidacy for supervisor, third district, on the Democrat ticket subject to June primary voters decision. He notes his residency in German township and cites June 1 as the announcement date.

Samination John A. Sleper German Township

Tam A for County Treasurer Nomination

Tam A seeks the Democratic nomination for County Treasurer of Kogauth County. Support from voters and local party members is requested to back M. J. Duty in this campaign effort.

Tam Kogauth County M. J. Duty

Democrat Nomination Hopeful for 3rd District Supervisor

For Supervisor, 3rd District, Lam a candidate for the democrat nomination for supervisor of the ard district, second term, subject to the will of the voterg at the June pri mary. Wm, Cosgrove, Wesley.

Lam Ard Cosgrove Wesley

Democratic primary hopefuls for county offices announced

Katherine McHyey seeks the Democratic nomination for Clerk of the District Court with a June primary. J S Blossom of Algona urges support for a Democratic bid for County Treasurer at the June primaries, asking the county voters for their will and support.

Katherine McHyey

County Recorder Tam A Democrat Primary Appeal

A brief political note urges support for County Recorder Tam A for the Democrat ticket in the June primaries, hoping for voter approval. The writer, J. J. Dooley of Igona, asks readers to back the candidate as part of the June primary process.

J. J. Dooley Igona

Court records reveal Iowa farm tenancy trends

Court records in Iowa show a tenancy pattern affecting farmers and landholders. The notes reference agricultural leases, tenancy arrangements, and potential impacts on rural communities in the state.

Critics Question Mrs Roosevelt Day Column Value

The Champion questions Mrs Roosevelt's My Day column saying she will earn several thousand dollars a year for a simple daily recital. It notes the public may read it widely but doubts its editorial merit while acknowledging the income exceeds what the paper could earn in a similar period.

Kosath County Third-Term Question Prompts Vote Trend

Canton Reporter notes a shift as incumbents announce third-term bids amid an election year. The piece questions whether Kossuth voters still honor Washington era precedent by limiting to two terms. It reflects local political attitudes and possible changes in county leadership.

Kosayth Kossuth George Washington Canton

Leap Year Proposal Custom Sparks Candy Prize Debate

Luverne News notes a curious Leap Year custom where a woman asks a man to marry and, if refused, he must buy her candy. The item ponders why the consolation prize is often more acceptable than a grand prize, reflecting on popular culture and social expectations.

Luverne News

Roosevelt era politics and county snow lull

A St Paul News editorial notes a snowbound county on Monday and discusses national mood. It contrasts Roosevelt’s early actions with Hoover era panic, urging Republicans to offer better policy than Roosevelt as recovery grows and voters reassess leadership and influence.

Tronka Mr. Roosevelt Hoover Roosevelt St. Paul

May Run For Sheriff Gilbert Hargreaves Visit

May Run For Sheriff Gilbert Hargreaves was a White Plains visitor Friday of last week. Mr. Hargreaves is looking over the city and meeting residents during his campaign trail.

Gilbert Hargreaves Whittemore Mr. Hargreaves

Sheriff Candidacy and War Costs Sparks Debate

The note hints at a potential Sheriff bid by Mr. Hargreaves who lost by 700 votes two years ago and has not decided yet. Treasury figures in Washington place World War costs at 45 billion dollars, with further billions expected for relief and pensions. The piece also criticizes state liquor sales profits and bootlegged spirits, implying mixed economic effects on town prosperity.

The Republic Hargreaves Treasury Washington

Natters Purchases Lead Kossuth County Liquor Sales in 1925

Bancroft Register reports 1925 figures show Kossuth county residents bought 77 thousand seven hundred fourteen dollars and 39 cents of Natters at the state liquor store in Algona. Only sixteen stores statewide exceeded this volume.

Kossuth County Algona Bancroft Register

Farm leadership vs politicians in a tense debate

In a collection of editorials from small town papers, writers rail against political meddling in farm policy. They argue farm leaders should oust politicians to craft a sound farm bill, critique checks routed through Washington, and defend universal conscription of men resources and wealth. The pieces discuss Coal theft at Fort Dodge, WPA wage implications, and a Colorado farmer asking Congress to amend the Constitution to feed people, not just drink.

Washington, D. C Swea City Herald American Legion Legion Vreeman Journal Fort Dodge Congress Webater City Freeman Journal

Al Smith speech sparks ire in Liberty League critique

Ringsted Dispatch takes aim after Alfred H. Smith radio address criticizing his Liberty League remarks against the New Deal. The diary echo condemns his shift from East Side rags to power, calling for a return to his roots and labeling the speech as bombast aimed at bankers and capitalists.

Alfred Judas Alfred Eb, Smith Liberty League New York al Smith Horatio Alger Ringsted Alfred H. Smith New Deal Administration Thare Dupont Smith

From Fish Markets to Main Street and Co operation

A fragmented editorial blend discusses a political image shift from a public champion to Wall Street hints while praising Farmers Co operation. It extols success of Farmers Elevator and questions support for cooperative creameries, urging unity to boost local cooperative enterprises and pride.

Mall Street Smith Wall Street Roosevelts Main Street Hla Emmisburg Democrat Gerdes Woden

Vitonka Townsend Club Meeting Icy Night Discusses Plan

In January 31 meeting the Vitonka Townsend Club debated the plan's character amid national politics. A Chicago convention report noted no damage by cigarettes or alcohol, praising attendees and the movement. The next meeting on February 14 offers an oyster supper at 5:30 with 20 to 25 cent pricing.

Vitonka Townsend Club Chicago

Refund Beer Fees Rule Limits City Refund Power

The article states there is no law allowing refunds of beer license fees once paid and that the council lacks authority to grant any rebate. It emphasizes the absence of statutory provision enabling refunds. No individuals or organizations are named.

Beer permit transfers and refunds rules highlighted

The text explains that beer permits are issued to individuals, cannot be transferred, and must be paid in full for a one year period. If the holder dies, moves, or ceases business, the permit cannot be reassigned or refunded. A new owner must obtain a fresh permit and pay for a full year. The council cannot rebate license money under any circumstances. American Municipalities contributors Rose Stevens Johnson traveled to Des Moines.

Tomey Lens Sounell

Titonka post office call off extends two weeks

Miss Marie Hansen left for Titonka to serve two weeks as assistant at the post office in place of ill Gladys Bogress. Eva McCall entertained friends at a birthday gathering at the W. A. Fischer home. Mrs. Punke hosted a bridge party at the J. L. Grattidge home with Hjal Bralay high and I. A. Gerdeg prize. Ruth Havgerly worked at the John Smith home part time during Mrs. Smiths hospital stay. Michael Loehr and Minatta Molander celebrate first Bauns. Irvington visitors A. M. Lemkee family at the Meurer home. A bank receiver recounts a 1934 settlement where a man paid 687.98 in full after returning to settle.

P.M Titonka Marie Hansen Nlace Gladys Bogress Miss Hanson Wm. Sturdevant Eva McCalll W. A. Fischer Michael Loehir H. N. Losbig Mias Minatta Molander A. M. Lemkee Irvington J. T. Meurer Harry Hull Hult U.D.M

Horan Dies in California Following Illness

W H Horan former well known Algona electrician died in Los Angeles California Monday after a lengthy illness with liver trouble. News of his death was received here by his wife’s sister Mrs A J Keen Upper Des Moines.

W. H. Horan Calif Algona Electrician Los Angeles California A. J. Keen Deg Moines

Lakota Resident Clifford Freearri Reported After Bull Attack

Clifford Freearri, living southwest of town, was reported ill with pneumonia at home and severely injured in a recent bull attack. The incident led to a lung injury complication, noted in local updates.

Clifford Freearri

Baum seeks sixth district supervisor seat in June primary

F W Baum of the sixth district announces candidacy to succeed himself in the upcoming June primary for supervisor. He emphasizes continuity and local governance as the incumbent seeks re election.

Lakota F. W. Baum

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