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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1933
Page
4
The Bremer County Leader argues Roosevelt's plan to fix gold prices aims to ease money access for the average citizen. It notes strong support from financiers and calls for patience to see outcomes as the nation moves away from the gold standard.
The Leader endorses the corn hog program as corn loans flow in, especially where corn is a leading crop. In Bremer county farmers may sign up, many have expressed intent, and the plan offers relief to Iowa farmers with hog bonuses around forty seven million dollars and corn rental about twenty five million dollars.
The reform bill introduces federal deposit insurance for depositors, bans interest on demand deposits, and removes unsafe bank executives. It tightens federal reserve oversight, prohibits banks from lending to their own officers, and aims to shield small depositors, reducing the chance of another sweeping collapse.
The growing complexity of the money problem led to resignations of two high officials. Congress will likely see heated debate on monetary standards. Public sentiment favors a conservative stance with gold as the backbone, while monetizing silver is urged as an ally. The issue excites voters and divides experts, not seen since Bryan era.
Prohibition ended Tuesday with nationwide celebrations but Iowa remains largely dry as lawmakers in a special session weigh liquor regulation and enforcement. The state’s beer laws are praised for upholding respect for law, though passing rules for liquor and wine will be harder than 3.2 beer rules.
Editorial argues if Iowa’s liquor control plan matches beer law success, the state will be satisfied. It praises beer legalization for temperance gains but calls Sunday sales and bottle limits to be revised. It urges sober, non political administration free of graft risk, with reforms modeled after Canada and other nations.
In a light column Ames Tribune-Times clarifies the term barbecue as an open air feast where an animal, usually an ox, is roasted whole, noting common misuses and the cultural significance of this American culinary tradition. The piece laments erosion of the word's meaning amid casual usage and trendy grills.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Haase of Horton area were surprised on their 20th wedding anniversary when relatives gathered at their home Sunday. A 5 o clock dinner was served and guests shared an evening of visiting, presenting the couple with a silver purse.
Elmer Nus of Arlington and Miss Gladys Lempke of Giard were married on Thanksgiving Day at 4 p m in the Girard church. The ceremony was by Rev Beyer. Guests included groom’s brother in law Doyle Ross and sister of the groom. The bride wore blue velvet with matching accessories and pink and white roses. Music was provided by Mr Bates and Miss Margaret Ma deen. A three course dinner for about thirty relatives followed. Nus teaches at Frederika high school. the couple planned a short stay in Giard with her mother.
Congregational Church notes list Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 10 45 with sermon Jehovah Is Our God. Christian Endeavor at 7 30 pm orchestra rehearsal Thursday at 7 pm followed by choir practice at 8 pm under Minister E Forrest Byers.
The Lutheran church announces Sunday school at 9 30 a m and divine service at 10 30 a m in German. Christmas program rehearsal Sunday at 1 30 p m. Ladies Aid meets at Mrs August Schellhorn’s home Thursday afternoon. Choir rehearsals Thursday evening junior 6 45 Lutheran girls 7 20 senior 8 00. Luther League meets Sunday evening at 7 30.
The American Legion and Auxiliar y will hold a county meeting in Tripoli on Monday December 11 at 8 o clock in the opera house. All Legion posts and units are invited. After the business session a program includes talks on highway safety by Sheriff Wagner Blackhawk County and Sheriff F J Sager Bremer County, a Junior Auxiliary play, saxophone trio, orchestra by Glenn Byers and his Aristocrats of Rhythm, with refreshments served by Auxiliary ladies.
The Brookings Institute urges Iowa legislature changes, proposing attorney general appointments for county attorneys and governor appointments for the attorney general and secretary of state. School reorganization would centralize control, risking loss of ballot power and local accountability amid expert advice from big-city centers.
Readlyn Telephone Company stockholders elected officers at the annual meeting held Saturday November 25. New president is H. H. Meyer with Rudolph Ludwig as vice president and August F. Meyerhoff as secretary and treasurer. Directors named include Albert Oltrogge John Hesse John Meier Henry Lobeck and Herman Kuhlman.
The church will hold one service at 10 30 a m and Sunday school will meet only in the afternoon at 1 30 p m under Pastor Theo A Thomas English worship continues. Choir rehearsals occur Thursday night as usual and praise the strong attendance across services.
The piece surveys a looming fight over NRA modification urged by Representative Kelly of Pennsylvania who calls for fixing mistakes in the act while opposing blanket codes. It notes Henry Ford’s stance against the White House invitation and his clash with the administration over the auto code, plus bids protest and a planned living costs survey tied to currency plans as Eugene Black heads to Warm Springs for talks with President Roosevelt.
Wisconsin farmers end three farm strikes this year leaving several hundred sellers unable to move milk. Milwaukee dairies refuse purchases from those who withheld milk. Iowa and others may follow suit soon. resolve disputes through sane, orderly dialogue at appropriate venues.
Humboldt Republicans commentary on why readers complain about newspaper mistakes. It argues most perceived errors are not real mistakes and notes subscribers misinterpret spelling, punctuation, or names. The piece reflects on the pressures of publishing and the ease of errors in editing.
The Logan Observer questions a growing debt strategy noting it sinks deeper rather than resolves obligations and warns that real prosperity is needed to meet future payments.
A Boone News-Republican piece notes a $150 million government distribution to the corn belt, expected to reach the area by Christmas. It highlights Iowa’s share at about $45 million and questions the method, while stressing the source is a government matter.
The article explains murder as the unlawful killing of a human being with malice aforethought and manslaughter as the unlawful killing without malice either expressed or implied. It outlines distinctions between the two offenses and their legal implications.
Mr and Mrs Erhardt Lahman hosted a Tuesday evening party in Horton area for Theodore Hoppenworth turning on December 5. Attendees included Edna Martha Hoppenworth Elsa Viola Buhr Irene Schlichting Viola Schellhorn and numerous Lahman Hoppenworth Bierman and Dick relatives and friends. Five hundred in entertainment and refreshments were provided. Also noted was a letter from Des Moines by Mrs F W Dick about Ernest Dick injured in a November 24 auto accident in Oklahoma City with hip shoulder fractures but good recovery hopes expressed. Mary Dick plans to winter in Oklahoma.
The American Legion Auxiliary will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday evening December 12. Members and the public are urged to attend and bring wearable clothing repaired toys canned fruit or other donations for Christmas boxes for needy families. Donations may be brought to the Legion hall Tuesday afternoon or evening or notified to Mrs B F Morf so volunteers can collect.
Artesian Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Homan are the happy parents of a daughter born Friday, December 1. Thanksgiving Day gatherings and family visits span Denver, Waterloo, and Waverly as relatives celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and baptisms including infant Carol Ann of Clarence and Mrs Beisner with Rev. Dilges officiating.
A natural history note explains how young cuckoos and kingfishers grow feather armor that thickens as they near maturity, making their bodies appear clad in unusual mail until the feathers fully develop.
Thanksgiving and weekend visits spread through Buck Creek with many families visiting relatives. Guests included Gottlieb Judisch and Westendorf families, Nuss and Schedtler households, Tegtmeier and Spier families, and others from Oran, Westgate, and Sumner. Dorothy Spier returned from Iowa City after a 12 week hospital stay.
The article lists social visits in Frederika and nearby towns during Thanksgiving week. E L O Rourke’s birthday party at Susie O Rourke’s home surprises the guest of honor, with cards and late supper. Several families from Waucoma, Hampton, Waterloo, Manchester and Douglas township gathered for Thanksgiving meals and family time.
The six weeks ending November 24 lists students on the honor roll for achieving above 90 percent averages or at least a 20 point gain over last year. Freshmen include Wilbur Bunger Leslie Carstensen Shirley Hale Irene Heideman Florence Kirchhoff Zatha Kroll Dorothy Magnussen Gerald Mundtrom Mildred Sassman Harry Schlichting Mavis Selck Helen Thomas. Sophomores Hulda Dettmer Alice Kuker Alma Sauerbrei Leo Towne. Juniors Milton Bunger Viola Kowalsky Carroll Nevermann. Seniors James Bennett Herbert Blume Fred Crinklaw Ted Frese Marie Geffert Orval Harmeneing Elvera Kelling.
Mrs. Chas Ladage thanks friends for the card and handkerchief shower while she was a patient at the Savannah sanitarium. Her note expresses heartfelt appreciation for the thoughtful support received during her stay.
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