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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1935
Page
2
The state reports that about half of the 1929 General Assembly did not repay illicit expense money drawn for that session. Some members failed to file statements, while the Supreme Court ruled expense payments were extra compensation and illegal. Six years of interest accrues, affecting members from both parties.
A nostalgic column laments the decline of Fourth of July revelry. Fireworks are restricted by ordinance, crowds seek quiet lakeside recreation, and civic celebrations fade as automobiles replace traditional festive noise, yet the holiday remains the nation’s birth commemoration.
A weekly editor admits his paper makes errors and cites examples from readers and ordinary misprints. He recalls a misaddressed letter, wrong phone numbers, swapped bread sizes, a ten cent favorable milk bill error, and other small blunders blamed on the editor.
An article from Burdine in Champion discusses two sources of value for employees. It notes that some workers effectively sell the employer's business twenty four hours a day by being known as part of the firm. Others, while productive at work, contribute little after hours and offer limited goodwill.
A humorous facade shows the editor facing a village storm over a birth wedding and death notices. A newborn, a wife of a merchant, and the editor’s paper spark pride, praise, and petty feuds as readers cancel subs and vent their ire. The tale lampoons small town publishing life.
Nearly fifty packing milling and textile firms join the revolt against the processing tax after the initial injunction was dismissed. General Mills leads the group from Minneapolis and Buffalo formerly Washburn Crosby Co. Firms argue the tax is unconstitutional. If upheld to the Supreme Court, the government may have to refund about $900 million already paid.
A Kansas newspaper notes with regret that last year’s drought control trees were all washed away by recent floods, leaving the community to reassess flood impacts on conservation efforts.
The Britt resident Mrs J C Underkofler died leaving a life of usefulness reflected in her service to American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary. She held district and department posts and the Town Auxiliary leader role. Her two daughters, two sons, and husband receive wide sympathy as her monument endures.
Lucien Sprague and John Junell, receivers for the M. and St. L. Railroad, petition Minneapolis Federal Court to vacate and remove 145 miles of track including Algona to Corwith links. They cite nonpayment and estimate 2.5 million to replace rails if continued operation. Several towns oppose, costs include 116,568 operating expenses and 8,917 in taxes, with bond maintenance and interest uncertainties.
A fragmentary historical note cites editorials warning of bawdier saloon culture as women join bars, with Arthur Brisbane referenced. It laments loss of decency, noting “Ladies not invited” sign should curb vice. It stresses that mothers once gave children a chance, urging preservation of that half chance.
A reader quotes Ed M. Smith comparing a good newspaper to a good woman saying every man should have one of his own rather than chasing his neighbor's. The note suggests valuing local reading over borrowing from others.
Government deficit for the fiscal year ending June 30 is just shy of 3.5 billion, raising national debt to 28.667 billion. Federal receipts for the period beat estimates, a notable contrast as the nation’s per person income sits around 400 dollars while unemployment remains a concern.
Walter Anderson drives a new Ford V eight. Thompson visitor Mrs. Ellifson visits her son Tom Ellifson and family. Mrs. Ted Hoover Diane and Gary visit the Van Hansen family. Mrs. M E Hoover Britt visits daughter Mrs. Melvin Olson since July 4. Mr. and Mrs. Hunt Sheffield dine with Mrs. Alice Buffington. Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Aga travel to South Dakota for Krantz reunion. The McElroys Eagle Grove dine with Gordon Hansen. Mrs. Ruth Stoner Oxford visits Marie Buffington. The Christensens and Leslie Bentleys dine with Alvin Anderson north of Burt. Mrs. Andrew Hansen, Mrs. Tom Young, Edmund Larson and Petra Larson visit Marie Christensen. The Vern Teeters, Ross Buffingtons, Mable and Genevieve Christensen dine with Marie Christensen. Mr. and Mrs. Dale Struthers dine with GI Struthers near West Bend. Lee and Ross stay with grandparents a couple weeks. Edmund Larson party with Franz Teeters and Petra Larson attend funeral of Soren Largon’s eleven year old son in Hast Chain Minn.
Sunday visitors included Mr and Mrs Henry Boyken and Mr and Mrs John Loeschen at Albert Loeschen home. Clear Lake guests Mr and Mrs Gordon Nelson and Ed Sorenson visited Earl Blakeley family. Antionette Joe Mason Mrs Geo Krueger and children from St Paul stayed several days. Tuesday bridge club met. high score Mrs C V Pendergast. Mrs M L Petersen spent week with sisters in Minneapolis and went to Rochester with H P Christensen for clinic.
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