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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1934
Page
4
The Tripoli Leader extols local commerce and civic pride urging residents to buy at home to boost Bremer County. It praises boosters who support churches schools and business and cites Abe Lincoln on buying locally to strengthen the town’s future.
Secretary Wallace urges acre age reduction to cut farm surpluses and stresses education as the key to lasting results. Co operatives like American Cotton Cooperative Association and Dairymen's League Cooperative Association are cited as prime agents in shaping programs, disposal of production, and teaching farmers about markets.
The article argues that state and national bank deposits are guaranteed and postal savings should not attract money from small communities. It notes postal deposits cap at 2500 dollars and that funds often flow to bigger cities, urging residents to keep money in local banks to benefit their own communities and themselves.
The Leader notes bootlegging has persisted for twelve years and cannot be erased in months. It expects a noticeable decline after statutes are enacted and enforcement improves with state and local cooperation. Beer legalization pushed many bootleggers out, and more may follow, but time and public support are needed to enforce laws.
A commentator argues lawmakers should curb extravagance to cut taxes. Focusing on taxpayers who own homes, business property, or a farm, the piece claims they are being bled dry by high taxation.
The piece argues the AAA programs harm the livestock feeder and good farmer by forcing high priced corn purchases and dumping livestock, forcing producers to sell grain and lose livestock. It accuses government plans of steering agriculture leftward and harming thrift, husbandry, and rural prosperity.
In Humboldt Republic, the east pushes for the gold standard to protect savings and investments while arguing against inflation. The piece counters that many holders of savings, stocks, and bonds did not accumulate their dollars during the downturn, having earned them from previously high prices.
A Mason City Globe-Gazette opinion argues rural Iowa cannot consolidate counties while the seat stays fixed. It endorses city manager style reform, shared services, and elimination of duplicates, noting a county manager plan works elsewhere, but argues geography is not the barrier yet.
Secretary Ickes notes ongoing urban to rural dispersal with suburban farming rising. He predicts continued city country population shifts, border communities expanding, and stronger rural market demand as industry spreads outward and city money flows to border areas.
Monroe County News notes no liquor control bill will gain unanimous support as lawmakers seek a basic workable plan. Iowa voters rejected prohibition and now want temperance with practical operation. Drys and saloon interests are seen as aligned, creating chaos while lawmakers push for a usable framework.
The piece reflects on James A. Reed’s 1929 forecast that both major parties would fade, contrasts Hoover era gains with Roosevelt’s 1933 address calling for nonpartisan cooperation, and argues that two parties remain essential though both parties are diverging. It notes intra-party splits and the shifting political landscape.
The church lists Sunday school at 9 30 English services at 10 30 and installation of newly elected officers. The Ladies Aid Society meets Wednesday at 2. Rehearsal of choirs Thursday at 7 30 and 8 30.
Morning worship at 10 45 with sermon by E Forrest Byers titled Facing the Issue Squarely. Christian Endeavor at 7 30. Orchestra practice Thursday at 7. Choir practice Thursday at 8.
St John s Lutheran church led by Pastor E A Hanff holds Sunday school at 9 30 a m and divine service at 10 30 a m The service includes installation of newly elected officers.
The district treasury will be lifted in a German language offering while choir rehearsals take place Thursday evening. The Luther League convener declares Sunday evening at 7:30 as meeting time. Scientists debate conscious life on other planets given extreme heat cold and water absence.
Farmers learn weather hints from animals. When pigs roam, nosing straw and litter, it signals a coming weather change, with likely strong winds on the horizon.
Market notes list price figures for eggs light and heavy hens and broilers with rates shown for Leghorn broilers and other categories. Ducks and geese entries appear alongside turkey and veal calf price ranges, indicating a general commodity pricing snapshot from the period.
Grateful acknowledgment from Rev. K Koehler and children and Rev. and Mrs. Wm Hackmann for comfort given at the funeral and burial of their loved one. They thank Rev. Thomas and St. Peter's congregation of Tripo li Iowa and Rev. Pfeiffer and wife of Siegel for sympathy and flowers received. Fond du Lac Wisconsin January 4 1934.
In Bremer County District Court Town of Tripoli Iowa sues Will Harmening. On January 4 1933 the court sustained the motion to vacate and set aside the temporary injunction and ordered it vacated. Plaintiff excepts. Judge T A Beardmore.
A housewife notes canned apples preserve nutrients and flavor better than storage fruit. Canned apples provide eye catching color labels and convenience for kids. Recipes include Apple and Cream Cheese Pie Apple Sauce Loaf Cake and Apple Sauce Biscuits with measurements and oven temps.
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