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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1934
Page
4
The editor discusses relief rolls swelling by about thirty percent, arguing some claim of nationwide improvement is exaggerated while highlighting a political stance that many rely on government aid. He cites a wholesale circular urging merchants to advertise in local papers to reflect and boost community business.
The Motor Vehicle Department under Mrs. Alex Miller reports fewer violations and better traffic conditions from its patrols but notes 590 violations over a weekend, including 12 major offenses. A well directed patrol is seen as reducing accidents and aiding motorists while deterring criminals and keeping highways safer.
Federal authorities report deposits rising by about one billion dollars in the last four months. After a 1929 peak of 55 billion, a 1983 holiday drop to 38 billion, current levels exceed 40 billion and trend upward for six to seven months, signaling progress.
Indications show unemployment will persist into fall and winter. Relief units face high demand yet must become wiser and more practical, weeding out unworthy claimants. Aid should go to those in actual need, with winter solutions planned before cold weather arrives.
A historical note quotes a Pathfinder remark blaming luck and timing as the United States prepared to enter World War I under President Wilson, reflecting on the role of a Friday decision in joining the conflict.
Editorial argues rainfall is driven by solar radiation cycles rather than deforestation or drainage. It cites Tom Gamble and Charles Reed, notes climate variability over centuries, and endorses lakes and ponds to support wildlife and fish while acknowledging no cure for precipitation.
The opposition argues Roosevelt did not fulfill economy promises while the article defends the administration's record. It cites a budget balance by cutting government costs by over a billion dollars and notes the state administration reduced expenses by eight million dollars or more in the first year.
The piece marks John D. Rockefeller's 95th birthday with a retrospective from 1839 to the present, noting the nation's growth from 26 to 48 states, population rising from 17 million to over 125 million, 23 presidents, and vast social and industrial changes. It highlights his role in American enterprise and his philanthropy shaping society.
Mrs. Hannah Stafford of Tracy Minnesota recalls pre industrial hardships to contrast modern incomes with pioneer poverty. She argues adversity builds character, urging readers to count blessings such as churches schools family and neighbors as true riches.
The Humboldt Independent argues that republican candidates may profess to repeal the sales tax but would face the need to replace lost revenue with new taxes on sales. It recalls Governor Kendall vetoing a gasoline tax and predicts future tax shifts from property to sales as political leaders gain office.
A hospital note from State University Hospital Iowa City Iowa dated August 1994 states former Tripoli resident Robinson will soon return home. The writer thanks the Mason s of Tripoli for flowers, friends visits, and ecards while recovering and looks forward to meeting old friends again.
Local residents attended the Kno ploh family reunion at the Oelwein park with members including Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Knoploh and daughter and several other couples and children from Sauk Center and surrounding towns. Colt deaths from lightning struck Carl Moehlis and Fred Zell Saturday evening. Various visits: Hilda Rieck John Sell family. Henry Schneer and family. G Katerling Waterloo visitors. Geo Griner and family hosted guests including Peter Rattel Hopkinton Iowa.
Humorous quip contrasts wives shopping urge with illness. A man jokes that even when wife is too sick to shop she calls a doctor, sparking light social humor about spending and domestic roles. The exchange reflects early 20th century dialogue on gender and consumerism.
Miss Julia Porter of Bolivar Missouri won the city treasurer post after years of delivering flowers to funerals. An undertaker suggested she run on a posy platform and she was elected as a Democrat in a normally Republican town.
Cass Oper House manager J. McNally says the Nashua theatre, taken over with J. F. Cass, will install sound equipment by September 1 and move Sumner’s gear to Nashua. A silver screen arrives as the Sumner theater receives updated tech and the same low prices are kept. A wedding fire engine carried James Tierney and his bride from their ceremony to the station in Esplaines Illinois.
Mrs. John Barstow teaches at a tiny Cedarville township school near Menominee Michigan where four children are the only pupils in the class.
In Chicago court Henry Martin was asked where the defendant stood when the assault occurred. The response placed him about 50 yards away, indicating the proximity question addressed in the proceedings.
Mrs. James Comiti of Eden New York died from a heart attack after a passing motorist woke her to warn of danger to her home from a nearby blaze. The alert came as emergency crews battled the fire.
John F. Smith a 91 year old Civil war veteran of Fort Wayne Ind is named in a divorce suit filed by his wife who will not permit him to attend a motion picture show one evening a week.
Mrs. William Schildknecht of Hagerstown Maryland bit into fried potatoes and discovered a dime dated 1840 inside the fry.
A hobo's body was found on a railroad trestle in Paw Paw Michigan with $1,281 in his pockets. This contrast of wealth and anonymity raises questions about the circumstances of the death and the man's identity.
Comic item where a keeper complains about staffing and a lion’s diet. The punchline rests on a fed up keeper noting the zoo is short of men this week and the lion gets beef. The exchange uses sharp humor and a playful tone.
Congregational church notes report no services held during the month of August under pastor E F Byers.
Sauerkraut shines in summer menus with lighter preparations. Delicious cocktails with iced kraut and kraut as a garnish accompany cold cuts like tongue chicken and roast beef, while colorful cooling dishes broaden dinner options.
Soft gelatin dissolved in water then lemon juice and sauerkraut with carrot and green pepper. Molded into servings as a garnish or salad with mayonnaise. Also a sauerkraut carrot salad on lettuce with walnut garnish. A corned beef and sauerkraut bake serves six.
On Tuesday August 7, Mrs. Chris Buhr marked her 78th birthday with relatives and friends. Afternoon visitors included Mrs. Behrens, Mrs. Leverenz, and others. a 7 o'clock anniversary supper followed for children and grandchildren, with Mr. and Mrs. Bert Buhr and several Buhr relatives in attendance. Mrs. Buhr remains active and sharp.
Miss Leona Glasbrenney of Boscobel Wisconsin and O James Frankie of Milwaukee wed at the bride’s home in Boscobel Thursday. The ceremony was conducted under trees with about fifty relatives present. The bride’s sister and brother served as attendants. A breakfast followed for fifty guests while blue and cream decorations graced the room. The bride is daughter of Mrs Henry Glashyo of Boscobel. the groom is son of Mrs Lennard Kiefer of Minneapolis. The couple will reside in Milwaukee after a short visit in Minneapolis.
Sunday August 5 marked the twenty third birthday of Chris Winning of this city. About twenty six relatives gathered at the Winning home for dinner and celebration. The cake, prepared by Mrs Herman Cole of Sumner, served as centerpiece. Guests included Henry Winning Herman Cole Rondel Tegtmier Ed Cary Louise Tegtmeier Hulda Steege Orland Steege Duane Denery Elmer Buck Creek and others. Mr Winning, hindered by poor health, greatly enjoyed the event.
The family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for sympathy and assistance after the death of their wife, daughter and sister. C. H. Eichmann, Minnie Moeller, H. C. Moeller family, John Scheve family, Joe Sien family.
Theo A Thomas leads St. Peter's Evangelical with a Sunday school at 9 o clock and a German service at 10 o clock led by Pastor A Thomas.
A playful lyric-like quip about renaming a spouse with a weed pun hints at marital tension and a joke about an auto purchase, reflecting light domestic humor rather than a serious incident.
St. John’s Lutheran lists Sunday school at 9 a m and German divine service at 10 a m under Pastor E A Hanff. Orchestra rehearsal is Thursday at 7 30 p m. A joint Luther Leagues meeting of Sumner Westgate and Tripoli is at Hope Church Westgate Sunday evening. Leaguers meet at 6 45 p m.
Four year old Cyril Paquette of Sudbury Ontario has smoked a pipe cigarettes and cigars for two years yet is described as strong healthy and unusually tall for his age by observers.
A 12 ounce rock was removed from the jaw of a mule owned by S. D. Lowe of Van Oss Okla. Veterinarians said the rock formed there due to excessive lime in the animal’s body.
Wm. Dougherty of Braddock Pennsylvania owns a remarkable dog described as having a dual spine two tails eyes of different colors and a coat pattern similar to a rabbit.
Geologists uncover a Canadian origin glacial boulder in Henry County Kentucky. The find highlights past glacial movement and regional geological history.
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