American optimism and the looming upswing of 1930s industry
The editorial reflects on a nationwide shift in sentiment as a hopeful new year begins. It argues that abundant natural resources, ready bank credit, and renewed enterprise signal an imminent upswing, while noting France’s reliance on American repeal of Prohibition and a reciprocal imports plan affecting wine and whiskey. The piece cites chatter from businessmen and a French merchant, emphasizing cautious optimism and economic interdependence.
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America
France
Rome
Samuel
Telephone Register
McMinnville
Oregon
The Home Merchant and Town Prosperity
A poetic tribute defines the home merchant as a trusted neighbor who offers credit, refunds exchanges, greets customers, and funds daily life. Clerks live locally, spending locally, and merchants support churches and charities. The piece links town growth to loyal local patronage and community well being.
Circulation and cash flow spur business activity
The piece argues money circulates fastest when people spend and pay promptly. It praises the Lincoln cent as a mover of debts and commerce, contrasting it with hoarded money that “has cold feet.” It urges paying cash and settling bills quickly to boost local business.
Law on a tax for chain stores urged by Leader
The Leader urges the current state legislature to enact a law taxing chain stores. It argues chain outlets pay far less tax than individual merchants and send profits east, with little local philanthropy or welfare support.
Price Cutting Notion in Government Action
The piece argues that privately cutting prices is called chiseling, but government printing for big firms or selling goods below cost is viewed differently. It notes such actions escape the term in NRA promotional discourse and aren’t labeled as chiseling.
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NRA
Insurance of Bank Deposits Under Federal Plan
Editorial discusses the 1934 federal bank deposit insurance program. It outlines temporary and permanent plans, deposit limits, funding methods, and the creation of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to insure deposits, oversee failed banks, and eventually expand Federal Reserve membership. It notes potential benefits for public confidence and risks in implementation.
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U. S
Congress
Federal Reserve System
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Comptroller of Currency
Federal Reserve Banks
Insurances Corporation
Insurance Corporation
Golden Rule Editorial on Chicago Hunger and Farm Suffering
A Caliton Tribune excerpt laments farmers' hunger while Chicago barrooms overflow with crowds on December 5. It argues land on which corn cribs stand may be tax-sold, linking rural distress to urban deprivation and urging readers to heed the golden rule.
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Chicago
How We Could Use War Time Money
A Decorah Journal reflection compares WWI costs to potential global aid. It outlines building a home, furnishing it, buying land, and giving libraries hospitals and universities to nations, plus ongoing salaries for teachers and nurses, arguing Christians must educate against war to avert future disasters.
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The
Decorah Journal
Congress
United States of America
Canada
Australia
England
Wales
Ireland
Scotland
France
Belgium
Germany
Russia
Two Kinds of Inflation in Wall Street Critique
In Charles City Press commentary the author notes investors who fueled the 1929 stock inflation now warn against money inflation. The piece argues the prudent path is to avoid both inflation forms and to seek sober policy to prevent further disaster.
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Charles City Press
Wall Street
Roosevelt Faces Uncertain Congress Session Outlook
Developments of the last week clarify the outlook for the January 3 session. President Roosevelt hosts informal talks with advisers and Democratic leaders, shaping a program on tax revision liquor taxation recovery measures and budget finance. Leaders expect a docile start with potential early clashes over NRA codes antitrust revival and consumer protection amid economic doldrums.
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Congress
Roosevelt
St. Lawrence Waterway
NRA
William Eli. Borah
Republican
Idaho
Roosevelt Faces First Real Test of Political Leadership
Capitol Hill debates a stubborn proposition as Roosevelt's leadership remains strong amid election year strategizing. The farm credit program, seven months old, has issued 104 million dollars to ease farmer mortgage loads through regional banks and cooperative lending. Governors in two-thirds of states have named debt adjustment committees to mediate between debtors and creditors.
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Capitol Hill
Roosevelt
Congress
Senate
William I. Myers
Farm Credit Administration
F.C.A
Where is the old slogan less government in business
The piece critiques New Deal regulation and government expansion into private sectors variously citing housing mortgage operations pigs oil liquor and NRA codes It notes the President’s launch of a million dollar Electric Home and Farm Authority and previews a Louisiana House vote over the Sixth District seat with Mrs Kemp and Jared Sanders Jr as rival claimants amid anti Long tensions It suggests seating may be delayed by committee review or house discretion
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NRA
Electric Home and Farm Authority
Senator Long
Louisana
House of Representatives
House
Louisiana
Long
Boliver E. Kemp
Jared Y. Sanders, Jr
President signals continued federal support for business
The President plans to ask Congress for large additional sums to sustain public and civil works and to back RFC proposals expanding credit facilities. The atmosphere is turning hopeful for business as November automobile sales reach about 74 percent of 1932 levels.
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Congress
Portland Policeman Reports $380 Theft Recovery
A Portland officer says $380 stolen from him was recovered hidden in a potted plant. He claims the thief left fingerprints to be compared with several suspects and notes intelligence is the best detective.
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Barber
Portland
Oregon
Estrayed Holstein Heifer On Farm Notice
A 2 year old Holstein heifer estrayed on a farm. Owner may identify and claim by paying this notice. Joe Snelling, 52.
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Joe Snelling
Congregational Church notes of weekly schedule and meetings
E Forrest Byers presides as minister with Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 10 45 including Holy Communion benevolence offering. Old Hymn service 8 PM Ladies Aid meets Thursday 2 PM church basement annual officers election potluck 6 PM Thursday followed by congregation business meeting orchestra practice Saturday 7 PM.
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Ladies’ Aid
St Johns Lutheran Service Schedule and New Year Message
St Johns Lutheran led by Pastor A Hanff posts Sunday school 9 30 a m and English divine service 10 30 a m The annual congregation meeting is set for Thursday at 10 00 a m The Ladies Aid meets Thursday afternoon Choir practice Thursday evening Junior choir 645 Lutheran girls 720 senior choir 8 00 Catechetical instruction Saturday 9 00 a m No Luther League Sunday Evening but January 14 Observance notes a spiritual New Year reflection urging renewed faith and devotion.
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Ladies’ Aid
Luther League
St Peter's Ev Church Schedule and Meetings
St Peter's Evangelical church under Pastor Theo A Thomas holds Sunday school at 9 30 German services at 10 30 annual meeting of the congregation at 1 80 Sunday school teachers meeting Monday at 7 30 choir rehearsals Thursday at 7 30 and 8 30.
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ST Peter’s EV
Theo
A. Thomas
Town Council Minutes and Bills in Tripoli January 1 1934
Tripoli Iowa council met with Mayor C L McCumber presiding. Minutes approved. Bills listed including Buechele Lumber Co Northwestern Bell Farmers Store and others. Several labor payments and salaries noted. Council adjourned. A. W. Buechele clerk. News item notes eastern states building contracts up 50 percent in first two weeks of December.
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Tripoli
Towa
C. L. McCumber
Wm. Ambrose
H. H. Buhr
F. C. Bang
Wm. F. Krueger
C. L. Meier
Buechele Lumber Con
Northwestern Bell Telephone Co
E. J. Henning
Farmers Store
Tripoli Hardware Co
Supa Wonsnesen
Ssieys Rebholz & Drape
J. Hankner
Ambrose Auto Co
Ted Debel
C. A. Stewart
Geo. Waterman
F. D. Kimbal
Schumacher
Gravel
C. F. Schweer
Neenah Foundry Co
Theo. Debel
Labor
Buechele Lumber Co
A. W
W. “Bueghele
The
Rocky Mountains
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Clarksville Star
the Golden Rule
Caliton Tribune
Washington
Kramer Bros
ST. John's Lutheran
RE. A. Hanff
Council Proceedings
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