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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1934
Page
4
Editor Lee Peacock urges readers to pick the booster over the complainer. He contrasts the lazy critic with the active taxpayer who supports schools, streets, and community improvements, challenging readers to classify themselves and choose renewal.
The article envisions a future residential boom with modestly priced homes from 3000 to 5000 dollars. It promises eye catching design, greater originality, and enhanced protection from fire and storms, driven by modern materials and low maintenance costs to meet rising housing demand.
A preacher accuses editors of false reporting while a newspaper editor counters that any minister who always tells the truth about members would speak only once and then flee town. The exchange frames the press, pulpit, and grave stone as a trio shaping reputations, while the editor praising a bride hides her supposed homeliness.
President Roosevelt pledges to rid Washington of prominent Democrats accused of selling party influence. He condemns the practice as a long-standing corruption tied to both parties and asserts the public backs his decisive action to end money-on-the-side dealings in the capital.
A historical reflection notes how social perceptions flipped over time. A man with gold was once seen as criminally suspect, while liquor on his hip drew less condemnation. Today liquor is tolerated while gold carries greater legal risk, leaving people guessing about changing norms.
Editorial from the Hampton Chronicle questions a state corn hog committee attack on a farm organization for soliciting members while supporting the corn hog reduction program. It notes timing with McArthur bill moves to divorce the farm bureau from extension, and accuses McArthur of using insurance ties to push personal interests.
Iowa State Comptroller B Murtaugh reports a 1933 fourth quarter cost reduction of 2 835 350 56 compared with 1932 despite 140 361 61 extra for a late 1933 special session. Total 8 483 630 83 for 1933 quarter against 11 318 981 39 in 1932 with the board of control institutions showing the largest cut.
The Monroe County News writes that Charles Lindbergh, famed for the solo trans Atlantic flight, opposes the administration on airmail policy while Clarence Chamberlain supports it. The piece notes both pilots have credible views, and expresses faith in Roosevelt’s decisions despite Lindbergh’s objections.
The Alta Vistan argues that driving 50 miles for a 50 cent bargain costs more than it saves. Simple arithmetic shows long trips to larger centers rarely cut costs. Shop in your hometown to avoid losses from travel.
A Storm Lake Register house ad argues a town needs active reader and merchant support. It says merchants must advertise and readers must patronize to sustain a live newspaper, which in turn attracts good stores and progress. Readers are urged to back live, progressive merchants to help the editor deliver an up and coming paper.
Washington reports indicate President Roosevelt approves a Norris amendment to bar politics from selecting Home Land Bank officials and staff. The House committee on banking and currency deleted the change before resuming work on the bill.
Senator Barbour of New Jersey urged a House Banking subcommittee to support the McLeod Bill allowing the Reconstruction Corporation to take over remaining assets of closed national banks. Depositors would be paid in full and assets liquidated over ten years to combat what he called the receivership racket.
A new House vote aims to break the congressional deadlock over veterans benefits and federal pay restoration. Senate conferees reject the House’s more liberal terms, risking a clash over an $83 million vs $189 million fiscal plan. President Roosevelt presses for no strike in auto plants, signaling possible arbitration and executive power use.
The text notes railroads accepting a further ten percent wage cut for six months while workers seek a twenty percent raise. Roosevelt urged acceptance of the latest offer. Senate and House conferees near final action on the emergency air mail bill to fund army airborne work. Borah demanded drastic code revisions and stronger anti trust measures amid steel industry concerns.
George T. Moulds seeks reelection as Bremer County recorder on the Democratic ticket in the June 1934 primary. H C Richmann seeks Democratic nomination for Bremer county district court clerk in the June 1934 primary. Both announce to voters under the party banner.
Fragmentary text references the will of the voters at the primary election in June and names Frank Sager. The readable portion suggests ballot or candidate context but lacks full details or actions to report.
A note on Bremer County Auditor election focus in the June 1934 primary with candidate H. J. Stumme listed. The fragment indicates an official primary filing or candidacy notice bearing on the Bremer County auditor’s office and the June 1934 election timeline.
In Bremer County the June 1934 primary features candidate W. C. Hoth for the county treasurer’s office. The notice outlines the filing and election details for the nominating contest.
Democratic candidate for county office, subject to voter will at the June 1934 primary. J. H. Schwake.
County attorney candidate Fred Rewoldt announces candidacy for Bremer County attorney in the June 1934 primary. Formal declaration of run.
A local notice states a person declares candidacy for Bremer County sheriff on the Democratic ticket. The message signals intent to run and participate in upcoming elections.
Ed Schoephoerster announces his candidacy for Bremer county recorder on the Democratic ticket pending voter will at the June 1934 primary.
R F Schmidt announces candidacy for Bremer county treasurer in the June 1934 primary. The brief notice states the candidate seeks election and identifies the individual by initials and surname in a formal, newspaper style.
The Twenty Seventh Annual National Canners Association convention in Chicago lauded cordial cooperation with the government to draft a code for the industry. It aims to raise farmer prices and wages, create employment, and establish a forty hour week with age and collective bargaining protections. A thirteen member Code Authority would govern, with three members outside the association. Prices await the government’s currency plans before final passage.
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