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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1931
Page
4
A Bremer County newspaper reproduces a Wickersham commission report noting crime costs exceed a thousand million dollars, with prohibition a key contributor. The piece argues justice is stressed by brutality, corrupt courts, and rigid enforcement, calling to separate politics from crime and overhaul law to protect society and liberty.
The article praises Governor Murray of Oklahoma for bold actions in economic policy. It notes his militia move at the Texas Oklahoma border and oil field shutdowns to push refiners to pay a dollar per barrel. Texas and Kansas governors reportedly imitate his dollar oil strategy.
A prevailing view urges youth to attend school as the easier and more reliable path to success, arguing though some succeed self made, most have educated themselves and benefited from the school route. The piece emphasizes snatching a chance to study when offered, as the simplest, most efficient route.
The passage argues rural unemployment is less severe than in big factories but still present. With months of work ahead before winter, it urges those able to hire to offer odd jobs to unemployed men, providing some income for essentials like groceries and shoes.
It is argued that railroads should not raise freight charges in hard times. With farm products low and trucking rising, higher rates could worsen conditions for farmers and slow the shift to truck haulage to packing houses.
People mock others with sharp remarks in public, but when they need support for their own causes they turn to those they criticized. This reflects a pattern of selective backing based on personal gain rather than principle.
The piece surveys a polarized Washington scene as Hoover recovers and Congress girds for a partisan House showdown. It argues Democratic control could yield a functioning majority, outlines likely Texas influence on committee chairs, and predicts a futile session with seniority fights, vetoes, and potential shifts toward party restoration in 1932.
President Hoover announces Walter B. Gifford, president of AT&T, will form an organization with headquarters in Washington to mobilize national facilities for meeting the winter unemployment crisis. In the appointment letter, the President grants Gifford wide discretion and pledges full administration support.
Des Moines reports Iowa State Fair will run Aug 26 to Sept 4 at a 5 million dollar show with 50 cent admission. Highlights include 6000 prize livestock valued over 2 million dollars, 2000 4 H farm kids, 41000 square feet of displays, auto races, daily autogiro flights, 11 bands, and a free 100 acre camp ground. Children under 15 admitted free on Children’s Day Aug 28. Farm Bureau Day Aug 31 features national speakers. officials tout low cost and wide appeal for families.
Special-Women of Iowa will stage a complete exposition at the 1931 State Fair opening August 26. Two large fair grounds buildings will host women’s exhibits on interior decorating home economics and child welfare, along with forums lectures and demonstrations. More than 200000 women from across Iowa are expected to attend, with exhibits and programs open August 28 through September 4.
Special farm features will fill two hundred acres at the Iowa State Fair, August 26 to September 4 in Des Moines. Thirty seven county farm bureaus partner on top agricultural projects including alfalfa, legumes, soil testing, weed control, small crops and corn yield tests. Women’s farm bureaus add home furnishing, clothing, nutrition, child care and home management with demonstrations and lectures by county leaders. A knocker never wins and a winner never knocks.
Section No 2 of the S C C A held their regular meeting with Mr and Mrs C W Turner of Bremer. Top scorers were Will Behrens Siegel Creamery 94 Paul Schroeder Spring Fountain Ne 4 George Heine Western Douglas Creamery and L Qualley Frederika Creamery tied for third at 93.
A February night in Suva Fiji a vivid blue moon rose startling observers. Astronomers explain the blue tint arises from sunlight refracted through countless painted crystals on the moon’s surface, occurring only when rays hit at a highly acute angle.
The Tri Poli Leader reports duplicating salesbooks may be obtained for 15.00 for 500 copies. The paper notes its well equipped printing plant, capable of printing office forms sale bills or any printed items from type for local needs.
A card from E. G. Michael thanks friends for flowers cards and visits during a recent birthday. The note expresses sincere appreciation and acknowledges the community’s support.
Paving work on No. 59 will be started by Bryantine company next week probably on Monday August 31. Thirty paving trucks used on the job and a carload of water pipe arrived in Denver Monday from Dike, where the outfit finished work on No. 57. The rest of the week will be used laying water pipe from Denver to No. 10 and setting up the gravel sand cement plant in Denver. Subscribe for the Leader to get news about neighbors and friends. The Leader is an official county paper, $2.00 per year in advance.
Officials advise farmers to deter pheasants and other birds from fruit and vegetable crops without harming them. Suggestions include placing water containers near affected areas to reduce thirst and discourage feeding, while authorities weigh legal and logistical considerations for ongoing wildlife management.
Eddie East and Ralph Dumke known as the Sisters of the Skillet on NBC stations air a burlesque household hints show at 8:45 P M on NBC West Coast and 10 A M on WEAF. They gave Jules Rondepierre head chef of the Hotel Roosevelt a lesson in mathematical cookery while surveying New York City's kitchens for tips to share with listeners.
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