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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1932
Page
1
Arthur argues education fails when the public bears responsibility for crime and war myths. He contrasts armor and weapon progress with crime fighting, notes mock warfare off Hawaii, and laments public gullibility. He cites Whitney on bears, the Fed’s deflation fight, and profiles Joseph Leiter and Colonel Lindbergh’s unsolved cases.
Des Moines reports a large motor fuel tax fraud in 1951. Deputy treasurer R M Williams cites 14 investigators fighting bootleg gas rings, river jumpers, and refund cheats affecting farmers and the state. Assistant AG Gerald Blake notes 35 percent of farmer refunds may be cheats. Campaigns to curb fraud earlier produced 52 prosecutions. none since.
In a continuation on page 5, authorities or associates report that after the present search ends, Colonel Lindbergh could emerge as a leader of a campaign to curb the highly organized crime menace.
The Morf brothers and sisters gathered at Bert Morf's home for a Sunday family dinner in observance of his birthday on April 17. Guests included Paul Morf and family, Dr. and Mrs. S. B. Zoller and family of Fredericksburg, Alfred Morf and family, Felix Morf and family, Sumner, John Morf and family of Fayette, and Ed Benz and family of Randalia.
Rev K Koehler tendered his resignation as pastor of St Peter Evangelical church after eight years, having accepted a call to Peace Evangelical church in Fond du Lac Wisconsin. He announced his intentions after Sunday services and will leave around July 1st unless Fond du Lac finds a pastor sooner. He led growth and served the community, and his departure will be felt by church and residents alike.
Waverly District Judge M F Edwards granted H L Leslie and J C Campbell state attorneys until April 30 to file a petition of resistance to Arden L Young’s change of venue petition in the conspiracy case of John H Mueller E H Martin and A G Kampmeier tied to the closed Tripoli State Bank. Young’s petition was filed last Wednesday and withdrawn. Both attorneys asked for more time due to other legal work.
Pastor E. A. Hanff leads Sunday school at 9 00 a m and a German divining service at 10 00 a m Ladies Aid meets Thursday at Mrs. Fred Bang’s home Junior choir meets Thursday 6 50 p m and senior choir at 7 30 p m in the same week.
The Leroy township Evangelical church plans a public auction on May 2 to raise funds for its indebtedness. All church property except the building will be sold, including the parsonage school house barn chicken house and more. The church has been without a regular pastor and will disband with members joining nearby congregations.
Morning worship at 11 o'clock with a sermon Hold Fast The Good. Bible school at 10 for all ages. Y P S C E at 7 45 p m on Opportunities for Life Investment led by DelMonte Byers. Choir rehearsal Thursday at 7 45 for spring concert. Old hymn service first Sunday night. Change of time first of the month. Choir choral festival first Thursday in June with solos duets quartets and full chorus.
St Peter s Ev church holds Sunday school at 9 am and Divine service at 10 am in English. Young People Society meets Sunday evening. Men's choir Friday evening. Pastor K. K. Koehler invites worshipers.
Bremer county Legion and Auxiliary plan a Sunday trip to Knoxville on April 24 to entertain at the veteran's hospital. Tripoli post will provide brass and mixed quartets with other county posts offering special numbers. All interested are invited to join if possible.
Local groups sponsor a child health day program at the opera house on Monday May 2 at 2 o clock. May 1st is National Child Health Day. All mothers are invited, with a special invitation to those with small children.
In district court Wm Becket sues Mason M Terry and Delia Terry for $250 seeking an injunction to prevent removal of timber. The action requests court relief to stop potential timber removal and preserve property rights. The case outlines a dispute over timber on land and the need for court intervention.
Sunday April 17 marked the 69th birthday of F. C. Hildebrandt. Mr. and Mrs. Hildebrandt hosted a 1 o'clock dinner for their son in laws and daughters, L. H. Fink of this city and K. C. Frank with daughter Mary Joyce of Rudd, plus afternoon activities.
Wm A Meyer of Sumner announces candidacy for county recorder on the Republican ticket. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Adolph Meyer and has lived in Sumner. He previously worked five years at J A Smith clothing Co and recently studied display and advertising in Minneapolis. The race includes four candidates: Meyer and Glen Lunberg Republican and Ed Schoephoerster, incumbent, with Geo Moulds Democrat.
Otto Buls Sr a Douglas township farmer died at his home Sunday April 17 from kidney trouble at age 69 He was born in Brandenburg Germany March 16 1863 and came to America at age ten He married Wilhelmine Bergmann May 28 1890 and they had ten children seven sons and three daughters The three daughters preceded him in death He was a devout Christian active in St Johns Evangelical church Funeral services were held April 20 at his home and at St Johns Evangelical Church Douglas township Burial in St Johns Cemetery with two daughters buried there and a large circle of relatives and friends.
Ernest and Mildred Hagen marked 44 years since their April wedding. Family gathered at their city home for a dinner and supper prepared by the women. Attending were Iver Sverdahl and son Roland Keith from Waterloo. Wil Sell and son Lawrence from Fremont. Fred Gade and son Wayland. Ed Nacke and sons Victor and Lavern. Pete Mahlsted and children near Sumner. Henry Hagen and children. Carl Kroll and daughters Zatha and Ruth.
John Ramsey, candidate for the Butler Bremer district state senate on the Republican ticket, visited Tri Poli Friday to pursue primary interests. Ramsey, editor and publisher of the Clarksville Star, formerly served this district in the state senate and as Butler county representative for several terms, with a record praised by lawmakers.
L H Meyer of Readlyn announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for state senator. A farmer and stock buyer, he is known county wide and plans a vigorous campaign.
Funeral services for Mrs J J Graening were held at the Lutheran church with about twenty five visiting ministers in attendance. Rev Max Jar of Strawberry Point and Rev Albert Guetzlaff officiated. burial followed in Harlington cemetery. She was 85, survived by husband two daughters Mrs George Kaiser and Mrs A G Studier, son Dr C H Groening, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren, plus three brothers and one sister.
The final season fight night features an eight round bout between Billy Thompson of La Crosse and Hal Hoxwood of Des Moines. Thompson, coming off wins over Roy Calvert and Babe Canera, is a noted entertainer. Also slated are six round bouts with Joe River of Cedar Rapids and Don Hampton of Mason City, plus Irwin Judas of Readlyn versus Kid Ripley of Charles City, with a few additional matchups to fill the card.
The American Legion Auxiliary with unemployed Legion men will clear brush along Dyver’s e area. Committee in charge includes Meta Luesenkop Fred Keneterg and Mrs Fred Osterholm. Cedar bank residents will have landscaping by Paul Meekers Nursery Co. This drive has long been beautiful and can be made more attractive with small efforts by all.
Funeral services for Mrs Carl Nordman were held from the Kai ser chapel Thursday afternoon with Rev C Gabler officiating. Burial was in Harlington cemetery. She was born in Fremont township on June 11 1883 and married Carl Nordman May 22 1902 at Pleasant Valley. She is survived by her husband two daughters and one son.
Col. C. B. Robbins of Cedar Rapids will deliver this year’s memorial day address, announced by the American Legion. Robbins is active in American Legion affairs and in Reconstruction Finance Corporation work in the state.
Wa verly won first place in class B mixed chorus and took second in the piano solo at the Waterloo music contest held Friday and Saturday. Locals plan to visit the veteran's hospital in Knoxville Iowa Sunday April 24. In a forcible entry case, R E Laird sued Carl Rasmussen but the defendant won. Daniel Lager and Fred Sweet represented the defense. Dr L C Kern rushed to Bloomfield New Jersey for grandson Jordan Kern in critical condition after mastoid infection from measles. Hastings returned from Rochester Minnesota for observation. will travel again in about two weeks. Fred Rodemeier crews up the frame for a new residence in the second ward.
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