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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1933
Page
4
An official editorial argues Iowa lawmakers should legalize 3.2 beer in the current session. It notes Iowa’s prohibition stance, cites federal approval of 3.2 beer, and urges swift legislation to generate revenue, ease enforcement, and curb broader liquor violations. It urges action before summer recess.
Voters in Iowa monitor Congress during a special session as Senator Dickinson backs the president on major crisis bills but opposes key measures. The public and the Leader urge Republicans to unite with the administration and set aside politics amid the farm relief and other acts.
President Roosevelt proposes to Congress a program to place 250,000 men at work in reforestation and other government projects. Wages would be $1.00 daily with board and lodging, a modest sum but offering work to many men and youths without families who are currently a floating population.
The piece argues there is ample money if it circulates quickly. An active Lincoln cent moving between places helps liquidate debts and start enterprises. Prompt bill payment and cash purchases keep money in circulation and boost business activity.
The author praises American citizens for keeping calm and collected during a severe depression and warns that panic would worsen the crisis. It ends with a note of optimism, urging readers to maintain faith that better times are ahead.
A sharp sentence notes that many who win public office are called politicians with a sneer by the same men who nominated and elected them, highlighting political irony and accountability within party circles.
A sharp quote challenges the idea of remaining first-class clowns in the country, suggesting the speaker should buy an excursion ticket to Washington to prove the point. The remark frames a political or satirical jab amid national discourse.
A joint Des Moines committee to craft a tax bill blends features from six proposals toward easing property tax burden. The News-Herald urges full replacement of property taxes, favors a broad income tax, and backs South Dakota style sales and wage taxes plus universal citizen tax registration as key to real relief.
An Iowa farm protest at the state capitol shows farmers in need, not urban radicalism. The piece argues revolts stem from dire circumstances, noting city capitalists can swing to radical measures when pressured while farmers monitor legislators for farm relief.
The president assigns Henry Wallace as secretary of agriculture with broad authority to craft farm relief. He urges Congress to grant unfettered discretion to implement an ambitious, intricate program described as an experiment that could fail. The public is urged to trust Wallace, with farmers urged to unite to support the plan and its aims.
A Temple newspaper man gathered 400 signatures on a petition urging President Roosevelt to name Zangara to a cabinet post. Most signers likely skimmed the heading which called for expense cuts, reflecting how petition signing often happens to avoid offending the presenter.
President Roosevelt asks Congress to grant Secretary Henry Wallace authority to enact a farm relief plan. Endorsed by major farm groups including the American Farm Bureau Federation, National Grange, Farmers Education and Co operative Union, National Committee on Farm Organizations, and others. Iowa Farmers Union reportedly objects per the Des Moines Register.
A Washington opinion piece argues the tax burden harms citizens and mocks lavish spending. It notes bipartisan support for Roosevelt's early economy push then critiques farm relief proposals as expansive, costly, and potentially inflationary, urging focus on aiding agriculture to avoid national unrest.
The piece analyzes how long Roosevelt can retain congressional control to push bills quickly with limited amendments. It notes Congress often yields in emergencies but maintains independence overall. The president bridges between government and the nation, using radio to invite public involvement.
Homer S. Cummings announced the department will pursue a policy of reasonableness in enforcing the Volstead act. The stance covers prohibition enforcement and the beer legalization bill signed by the President, which takes effect at midnight on April 6.
Former Governor La Follette’s return from Soviet Russia prompts focus on U S policy toward the Soviet Union and possible abandonment of the 1917 non recognition stance as the new administration weighs revisions. The American Legion faces strains as veterans pensions and bonuses provoke debate and shifting post positions.
The Senate approved the Steagall bill allowing direct loans by federal reserve banks to state banks not in the system under set conditions. The measure includes the Bulkey amendment enabling the reconstruction finance corporation to fund reorganized banks via capital notes or debentures. Frances Perkins defended the plan to Congress as relief to keep thousands employed, arguing it preserves self respect and morale while jobs in the conventional sense are scarce. A White House gathering laid groundwork for a $1 billion farm and home mortgage refinance plan, with details expected soon and presidential backing to come via a special message to Congress as part of emergency legislation.
Mrs Ruth Bryan Owen and Mrs Nellie Tayloe Ross were seen at the same table amid rumors of power. Owen was linked to an assistant secretary of state post while also being eyed for Civil Service Commission chair. Senator Kendrick hinted Ross would become Treasurer of the United States. The dinner honored Frances Perkins, the first woman Cabinet member, who spoke on an administration measure.
A New York newspaper led campaign with 43 papers to raise money for a private pool at the White House, about 20 by 40 feet, for Roosevelt to exercise. He may accept, to avoid tapping the Treasury. Vice President Garner received his 126th gavel as Senate presiding officer. Clemson College delegation presented a Calhoun mansion wood gavel, reproducing the 1824 Calhoun-era item.
Tripoli high school's debate team built a solid season record. They defeated Waverly in the Iowa State league, lost to Waukon, then at Luther college tournament beat Waukon and Elkader, tying for second with Charles City and falling just short of first to Po Corah. Debaters earned four one half year scholarships totaling twenty dollars. Six of ten debates won at the Iowa State Teachers College tournament against large statewide schools. Coach praise from Luther’s David Nelson highlighted student quality and dedication. Team members: Francis Rebholz, James Bennett, Orval Harmening, Herbert Blume, alternates Arnold Zander, Lorraine Schwemm.
Attendees at Mrs. Louie Carstensen s funeral in Waverly included Fred and Freda Hildebrandt, Herman Pichelman, Stanley and Mrs Pichelman, Fred Lohmann, Ferdinand Carstensen, Harry Heine, August Fredericks, Wm Harmening, and a host of neighbors. Visits to the Lohmann and Behrends households were noted, with gatherings at the Lohmann home and birthdays celebrated for W H Kuker and Fred Poock near Denver.
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