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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1933
Page
6
The paper offers a holiday greeting for Bremer County readers and advertisers. It reflects on 1933 as challenging yet largely successful, thanks supporters, and expresses optimism for the New Year. It wishes readers a merry Christmas and a happy, prosperous year ahead.
Thousands of Christmas greetings and a flood of letters arrive at James F. Martin’s post office in Santa Claus Indiana. Officials warn many envelopes would be sent to the dead letter office unless groups answer them. The piece then contrasts ancient economic woes with modern cycles of prosperity and depression.
A call to action during the Christmas season asks residents to aid the needy by providing clothes and food. The notice urges individuals to personally identify a poor family and deliver assistance, promising personal reward and a brighter holiday for all involved.
Everyday observant drivers witness rampant speed mania as machines whiz by in both directions. Reckless motorists aim to pass everyone and everything, on city streets and country roads alike, regardless of traffic or hazards.
In a heated editorial the Iowa paper argues farmers should accept Uncle Sam’s payments from 300 to 1000 dollars, urges participation regardless of Wallace’s plans, warns against mortgage owners and tax shifts, and promotes funding for Christmas needs while acknowledging possible program failures. It notes farm bureau elections, encourages involvement, and warns against opposition causing a government retreat.
The Iowa senate faces a tax revision bill this week as a committee of the whole. Revenue from the 2 percent sales tax is estimated at 14 million dollars and income tax at 4 million. Taxpayers fear higher costs but seek relief from burdens that have depressed real estate values.
Greene Recorder reports that claims normal U S pork consumption will fix the corn hog crisis are unsupported by 1926 versus 1932 supply demand. USDA figures show per capita pork use rose in 1932 while total meat and lard use fell.
The Humboldt Republican notes strong public backing for currency inflation and a commodity dollar, contrasting the gold standard push from both old parties. It predicts continued pressure, potential new party alignment, and widespread support for President Roosevelt if he sticks to his outlined plan.
Estherville Daily News quotes critics saying packers block agriculture while the nation seeks to assist farmers. They warn continued selfishness could lead the government to take action to curb packing industry.
Senator Wagner plans next Congress legislation to grant distinct status to the labor board created by President Roosevelt. The move follows defiance by large corporations of the board’s authority and aims to strengthen the board as advisers prepare proposals after a conference.
The article contrasts German hyperinflation with U S winter chaos as cars skid on icy Washington streets. President Roosevelt visits ill cabinet members by car convoy protected by Secret Service and chains. Santa Claus Indiana’s postmaster James Martin wins reappointment amid town’s busy commerce and name-change battles.
Widespread concern arises as shipping of Christmas gifts faces delays nationwide. Local officials warn some parcels may miss Santa Claus date deadlines as reshipment plans are prepared to ensure timely delivery.
Local note: Mr. and Mrs. Art Slack and family of Gothenburg Nebraska visited the weekend at the home of Mrs. Slack's parents Mr. and Mrs. Tom Sievers northwest of town. They spent several hours in Tripoli visiting friends. Also visiting were Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Sievers and family.
Market listing shows light hens, heavy hens, broilers, leghorn broilers, roosters, ducks and geese with weights and prices. turkeys in No 1 and No 2 grades appear, alongside hogs, sows, veal calves with price ranges. Totals suggest a local agricultural sale slate.
Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Ambrose with their family and Amelia Ambrose traveled to Waterloo to visit Mrs. John Ambrose of Saude. She is staying with her mother Mrs. Fred Allen at her home while recovering from illness after being moved from St. Francis hospital.
Cholera immune Duroc boars and gilts offered by Fred W. Krumweide of Waverly Iowa contact 30F2. Also advertised are two Model T Ford pickups and several used cars including a Model A Pickup 1923 Buick touring car Chevrolet coupe and a Dodge sedan from Wm Ambrose Auto Co Tripoli.
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