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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1932
Page
4
The Tripoli Leader discusses wartime debt and current budgets, noting the federal reserve's role in thawing credit and urging a city cleanup drive. It highlights road bond issues in Bremer County, rising gasoline tax receipts, and the need to support rail transport while anticipating spring improvements and brighter days.
Editorial argues Iowa should match other states in tourism advertising. It cites state parks golf courses and routes as assets and notes California Colorado Wisconsin all invest heavily. Iowa plans an advertising drive funded by subscriptions and public support to attract visitors and boost pride.
The Carroll Herald opines that restricted immigration policy saved the nation from dire unemployment and public relief burdens. It argues that without limits, mass influx would have worsened economic strains as people sought America as a final pot of gold.
The Allison Tribune criticizes a 1866 mileage rule granting twenty cents a mile to lawmakers. It notes that senators and congressmen collect this payment beyond travel costs, even unmade trips, costing taxpayers about 175000 dollars yearly. Senator Brookhart is cited as an example of claimed mileage.
Dan Turner announced his bid for renomination becoming the first in the Hampton Chronicle report. Two rivals joined the race since, with Turner not urging withdrawals or charging opponents as controlled by a wall street influence. The piece notes candidates insist on their own rights to run and references Turner’s view on political competition.
Chance Copeland of Pickering Missouri abandons modern life to live as in 1929. He uses horses, kerosene lamps, handmade boots, cedar kitchen gear, and a lumber wagon for transport. He says returning to older methods cuts living costs by about forty percent and plans an old time sled ride after Christmas.
The Grundy Register argues that the Frazier law would save thousands of farms nationwide by helping those unable to meet high interest amid deflated farm income. It urges federal action to halt rising farm land foreclosures and protect life savings invested in farms.
Two Cedar county farmers J W Lenker and Paul Moore were sentenced last week to indeterminate terms up to three years in Fort Madison penitentiary for obstructing the compulsory cattle tuberculosis test. The case likely goes to the Iowa Supreme Court on appeal, with the writer hoping for reversal.
Republican and anti Roosevelt camps seize on Alfred E Smith’s major showing in Massachusetts to argue about party control and the nominating chances for Roosevelt. Observers note that the split in Pennsylvania and Smith’s Massachusetts victory could reshape the Democratic National Convention while Hoover strengthens his position and Republicans push a constructive program.
The passage argues that Democratic charges of leadership failure by the Hoover administration linger. It suggests Vice President Curtis faces little real opposition in the vice presidential nomination, implying Hoover’s control or inevitability in the final showdown.
Mr. and Mrs. Chris Buhr of this city marked 59 years since their May 1 marriage in Maxfield township church. Family surprise dinner followed by cards, visiting, and a late lunch. Attending were Bert Buhr and wife, Fred Matthiesen and wife, Elmer Buhr and family, Amos Matthiesen and family, Henry Detterding and family, George Buhr and family, W H Tegtmeier and wife, all of Maxfield township or Readlyn. Mr. Buhr is 84 and Mrs. Buhr 75, still living at home despite age.
Mr and Mrs Raymond McKeown hosted a Sunday birthday gathering with family and friends. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Chris Heiligman and family, Elmer McKeown and family, Victor Kelsey, Leona Judison, G W McKeown, F D Kimball and family, and P L Crittenden with James. The afternoon featured cards and visiting, ending with a midnight lunch.
On April 11 1932 the district court of Bremer county Iowa appointed Henry W Krueger executor of the estate of Minnie Krueger deceased. All indebted persons must pay the undersigned and those with claims must present them legally authenticated to the court for allowance. Dated April 26 1932.
Multiple small ads seek sale of white leghorn chicks milking shorthorn bulls Holstein cattle and purebred Holstein stock from Tripoli Iowa buyers also offered plant nursery items parcel post prepaid with fruits and berries plus used cars at low prices from Beisner Motor Company featuring 1928 Graham sedan 325 and other models with years and prices listed for quick sale
Local Legionnaires and Auxiliary members will attend the spring third district conference at Sumner on Thursday May 12. State Commander Robert Col fesh Frank Miles editor of the Iowa Legionaire State Adjutant R. KE Laird and Mrs Eva Prichard state president of the Auxiliary will headline. The conference opens at 2 PM with Legion and Auxiliary sessions. A banquet is served at 6 30 followed by a dance.
Waverly resident since 1917 and longtime Arbuckle Bros. salesman W C Hoth announces candidacy for county treasurer on the Democratic ticket. He has lived in Waverly for years and has fourteen years with the coffee importer.
Readlyn defeated Fairbank 24 to 4 on Sunday. Fairbank pitchers Finch and Lehmkuhl yielded many hits and runs while Readlyn pitcher Diekman and Yung shared duties on the mound. Betts caught for Fairbank as Readlyn dominated with a lopsided score.
Blot and Pooek shared hits while Ferring, newly acquired, impressed Readlyn with strong plays. E Lehmkuhl stood out for Fairbank, and Dickmay and Joder led Readlyn’s offense in a tense contest.
The Tripo Opera House association held its annual meeting with directors J C Moeller R W Rettig J Keough H H Nevermany and Wm Ambrose re elected. Officers will be chosen at a later directors meeting. Attendance was light.
The American Legion Augility will meet at the Legion hall on May 10 for the regular session. Plans will be made for selling memorial poppies and conducting Memorial Day exercises. All members are requested to attend and assist, with social time and refreshments after the business portion.
A playful note recalls a musician nicknamed Less Effort Bingle who performed with a bull fiddle then switched to a cello. The change comes after a doctor warned he worked too hard, sparking curiosity about the transition.
Multiple county wide political notices announce candidacies for Bremer county Iowa offices including county auditor sheriff treasurer and state senator. Applicants Harold W Traeger Albert Ostrogge John M Ramsey Chas Bills and W C Hoth urge Republican or Democratic voters to support them at the June 1932 primaries.
For supervisor second district and county recorder, Democratic nomination sought with voter support urged for June primaries. Names ED F Schoephoester and John Griese appear as candidates in the second district ticket.
H W Stine of Clarksville announces candidacy for state senate in the 39th district comprising Bremer and Butler counties with a June 1982 Republican primary. Also WM Koch seeks Democratic nomination for State Representative from Bremer County 72nd district in the June 6 1932 primary.
A candidate for Auditor of Bremer county Iowa runs subject to Democratic voters will June primaries H J Stumme. A State Senator candidate for the 39th district which includes Butler and Bremer counties runs subject to Republican voters in the June 6 primary R B Eckles Aplington Iowa
J H Schwake of Waverly Iowa announces candidacy for the office of clerk of the District Court subject to the good will of Democratic voters at the June primaries in 1932.
William A. Meyer announces his bid for the Republican nomination for county re. The notice lists Meyers as a candidate and emphasizes party affiliation and official seeking.
The Republican slate in the second district lists G Schwem as candidate for the county committee chair. Balloting details and local endorsements were not fully readable in the clipping.
Frank Sager announces candidacy for Bremer County Attorney on the Democratic ticket for the June 6 1998 primary election. Also noted is Fred Rewoldt Jr. as a related name in the nomination context.
A notice states D. H. Murphy seeks the clerk of district court position subject to voter approval at the June primaries. The filing appears in a district court clerk candidacy context with the year 1511 referenced.
A candidate for treasurer of Bremer county Iowa faces voter judgment at the June primary election subject to approval by Republican voters. Harry T Hicks is the candidate referenced in the notice.
Candidate for the nomination for clerk of the district court of Bremer county subject to the approval of the democratic voters at the June primaries Herman Richmann seeks the party backing for the upcoming election cycle reflecting local judicial administration ambitions.
Bremer county announces Harry H. Hagemann as a Democratic candidate for county attorney subject to the June 6 1932 primary election. The declaration outlines party backing and eligibility for the office within Bremer County.
A candidate declares for the county recorder post on the Democratic ticket subject to voters at the June primaries. The note requests support and is signed by GEO MOULDS.
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