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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1933
Page
4
Iowa shows strong support for repealing the 18th Amendment and convenes to fulfill legal steps. By end of 1933 enough states may vote for repeal, with 1934 prep under way to regulate liquor. Governor Herring favors the Quebec liquor control plan for consideration in the upcoming session.
The push to amend the constitution to end child labor has progressed slowly with few states ratifying. The Recovery Bill and President Roosevelt’s textile code aim to end child labor in textiles, replacing reduced hours with work for adults and improving prospects for many young people. Amid criticism, supporters see benefits for workers and long term social gains.
The piece urges immediate apprehension of motorists who flee after striking a person. It condemns panic fleeing as cowardly and calls for tougher highway enforcement and harsher court penalties to deter such acts.
The region enjoys favorable conditions as drought, hail and wind storms affect other areas. Moisture from recent rains has improved crops in Bremer County, with the northern parts experiencing some hail and wind, while 75 to 100 miles south faces insufficient rainfall.
The essay argues that everyone is a taxpayer through daily actions such as owning a car mailing letters writing checks and paying rent. It frames taxation as an all-encompassing burden affecting ordinary life and asserts universal fiscal responsibility.
A dated warning cites a young allegedly intoxicated driver with one arm around a girl and the other on the wheel. The zigzagging fifty mile per hour menace has caused many accidents and appears to be rising.
The piece compares the senate military affairs inquiry into forest worker camp kit costs with the Wall Street investigation. It argues the 200000 kits cost about 100000 too much, blaming wasteful bureaucratic processes and urging a return to American freedom and private business responsibility rather than government operation.
A Northwood Anchor editorial argues for harsher punishment for kidnappers, urging return of the whipping post with fifty lashes to the bare back every three days, viewing crime as a societal offense and seeking deterrence against gangsterism.
The Des Moines Register reports Iowa begins phase one of the budget and control act. Charles B. Murtagh is appointed comptroller with duties to coordinate quarterly requisitions and plan expenditures across state departments to live within available funds.
A Gladbrook Northern commentary rails at government bans on advertising lottery words in print. It notes postal laws punish publishing winners names in raffles and quilts and argues radio listeners face similar deceptive raffles. The piece calls for consistent law enforcement across media.
A financial critique notes officials failed to curb inflation and defend the dollar. It cites a new one billion dollar bond issue at two and seven eighths percent that sold quickly, with four billion dollars oversubscribed, arguing gold and Wall Street influence can be spared.
The Cresco Times notes that 30 to 40 billion dollars in bonds remain tax exempt. An attempt to ban tax exempt bond issuance failed. The bulk of these bonds are held by those able to bear the tax burden.
A Washington perspective notes that widespread business gains precede official programs, with stock and grain markets rising while public works and relief policies remain largely unused. It questions the long term effects of inflationary aims and urges caution against artificial price boosts amid theNew Deal’s evolving recovery.
The passage warns that rising consumer demand may slow business activity as higher prices act as a brake rather than a spur. It flags concern that sustained price increases could dampen consumption and slow expansion for firms and markets.
The Reconstruction Finance Corp directors, with approval from President Roosevelt and Secretary Woodin, authorize about 4 million dollars in loans to American exporters to finance 60 000 to 80 000 bales of cotton for shipment to Russia. The loans, aimed to be ready this month, come as talks on hiring ousted workers in federal agencies intensify. Senators Reed and Fish warn against foreign lending and question the Russia loan as possible political recognition of the Soviet regime.
Secretary Daniel C. Roper moves to reduce the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce from 1231 to 310 staff, with 671 already laid off. He plans to ask President Roosevelt to approve an executive order dismissing 250 workers claimed to be "covered in" during Hoover’s era without competitive exams.
The Bureau of Foreign Domestic Commerce drew heavy criticism from economy officials who alleged the agency aided the 1928 campaign that brought Hoover to office. Democratic leaders claimed the agency’s statistical divisions were used extensively during the last election.
Lewis W. Douglas, Director of the Budget, doubts the need to promptly spend the $3.3 billion public works fund allocated by the special session. He believes the business upturn has begun and the urgency for the program may have passed, despite cabinet and Brain Trust urging quick release to sustain growth.
President Roosevelt returns from vacation to a Cabinet dispute on how quickly to deploy the 3.3 billion public works fund to relieve unemployment and revive industry. Commerce Secretary Roper and Interior Secretary Ickes press for immediate action, opposing Budget Director Lewis Douglas who urges restraint. Mary Rumsey, called the richest widow in Washington and Harriman’s daughter, figures in the consumer interests segment.
Reported she inherited 25 million dollars. Mrs. Rumsey also inherited her father's energy and has redirected it toward public welfare activities, giving time and money to such programs.
Secretary Hull may be the most worried figure in the Roosevelt Administration while Postmaster General Farley faces criticism from both wings of the party. Farley is accused of favoring his own men and of rewarding Republicans too lavishly. The Justice Department taps Cleveland lawyer Joseph B. Keenan to lead efforts against racketeering, focusing on leaders using terrorism and bombing to coerce compliance.
Representative Smith of Washington estimates the House spent not more than 60 hours in debate in the just-ended session. Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt paid a dime to board the S S Washington in New York, bidding farewell to Franklin Jr. as he sails for Europe with Groton School classmates. Capt George Fried, famed liner skipper, visits the boys before departure and offers wheel time while pretty girls assist Young Roosevelt on deck.
A Bremer county writer describes serving as a delegate at the Repeal convention in Des Moines on Monday. Press deadlines kept him from extended attendance, with travel taking place Sunday afternoon and a swift return after the event.
Accompanied by Mrs. Peacock and Mrs. H. J. Frese I kept awake at the wheel with continuous chatter throughout the journey. I cannot recall the exact topics, but the conversation was constant from start to finish.
State Senator Louie Meyer and his son Paul, along with Fred Wehling of Readlyn, were among Bremey county residents at the convention. The speaker notes many officials present, claiming about fifty individuals with titles in attendance, though some were delegates.
The passage notes Louie Meyer mingling with many people at a Monday event. He shakes hands with numerous attendees including at least a dozen women, whom the author assumes are spouses of lawmakers. The scene resembles a family reunion atmosphere amid political circles in Des Moines.
The narrator notes a wet convention expectation but claims no beer was consumed or offered. He refused drinks, offered schooners to others, who accepted Coca Colas, and he followed suit with a cola.
The speaker recalls visions of bent fenders and glass as cars moved, dodging approaching machines and other vehicles. They avoided a collision while noting a police officer missed at a corner and mentions Des Moines reports that Primary 93 paving would not occur this year, expressing disappointment.
Attendees recalled a convention scene near the capitol, with delegates posing for a group photo and cameras rolling. The author notes backstage chatter, speeches, and voting as the journal entry captures practical moments from the event.
The piece notes that despite many new cars and busy picture shows, the feeling of depression remains. It observes still seeing last year’s straw hats in use, suggesting lingering economic concern amid apparent activity.
Delegates attended with numerous guests while many sought tickets, filling both house chamber galleries. The heat made the day oppressive and most people shed clothing for comfort, with only the governor and a few others remaining in coats.
Congregational Church notes Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 10 00 with sermon Isaiah's Inspirations. No Christian Endeavor Sunday evening due to Chapin Grove picnic. No choir practice but choir invited to sing hymns Sunday morning.
The St Peters Ev Church under Pastor Theo A Thomas will have no Sunday school or services next Sunday. Choir rehearsal is scheduled for Tuesday night at the usual time.
E A Hanff pastor leads a special children’s mission service at Saint John’s Lutheran with Sunday school at 9:00 a.m. and English divine service at 10:00 a.m. Invitees are urged to bring friends, followed by a church picnic on the playground.
Mrs Emma Bany and her son Will Bany traveled to Cherry Grove Minnesota on Thursday. Emma Bany remained at the home of Mr and Mrs Ed Mundfrom while her daughter in law Mrs Mundfrom lies in a hospital in Austin Minnesota for an operation.
Mr Gaddis plays alone when a curious boy trails him. At the seventh hole the man warns the youth that he will not learn by watching. The boy replies he is not watching but plans to fish after more worms are dug up.
The text asserts that the average farm family accumulates more wealth and enjoys longer life than the average family. It presents a demographic comparison without additional context.
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