Drought Sets In as Crop Surpluses Turn to Scarce Harvests
Bremer County editorial notes a shift from surpluses to drought as main agricultural problem. It cites a grand display of crop curtailment via government agreements and payments, while the drought drains wheat oats and hay. Dust storms scatter topsoil to distant coasts, threatening future agriculture and complicating administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle West
Peple
Sahara
Atlantic Seaboard
Capitol
Washington
Wall Street
United States
Agricultural Administration
Outlawry cost and Dillinger hunt strain U.S. justice
The nation bears high costs from crime as Congress is asked for two million more dollars to expand the hunt for fugitives like John Dillinger. despite thousands of officers and seized weapons, Dillinger and his gang remain at large, exploiting gaps in enforcement after escaping Crown Point jail.
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United States of America
Congress
Department of Justice
Dillinger
Floyd
John Dillinger
Wisconsin
Little Crown Point
Ind
Forthcoming primary races spark district by district interest
Primary election nears with notable but uneven voter interest. In Iowa’s third congressional district GOP Gwynne and Mak from Black Hawk vie for the nomination while Waterloo’s Willford and Van Metre contend for the Democratic spot. Governor race also contested among Calflesh Turner Short and Knutson, though enthusiasm is muted in smaller communities.
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Gwynne and
Mak
Black Hawk County
Gwynne
Willford
van Metre
Waterloo
Calflesh
Turner
Short
Knutson
Bachelors Face New Tax Bet In Congress
The text notes Mussolini has imposed a heavy tax on bachelors and predicts the idea may be proposed in Congress. It suggests some bachelors will still escape a high burden or pay less than others under the plan.
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Mussolini
Congress
Editorial on Father Coughlin and farm policy in Iowa
The Freeman Journal defends New Deal farm measures and refutes Father Coughlin's criticisms. It argues that crop reductions, corn loans, and corn hog contracts helped farmers avert foreclosures, noting that over 5,000,000 idle workers in 1933 were employed by 1934. It acknowledges Coughlin's strong speaking but warns some statements misrepresent facts.
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Freeman Journal
Father Coughlin
Des Moines
Tugwell
Iowa
Rev
Coughlin
Industrial Conference Board
Freeman-Journal
Department of Agriculture
Wehlings Candidacy for Supervisor in Multiple Townships
F H Wehling announces his candidacy for the office of Supervisor subject to democratic voters in Sumner Leroy Frederika Dayton Franklin and Maxfield townships.
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Sumner
Leroy
Frederika
Dayton
Franklin
Maxfield
F. H. Wehling
Only One Way to Cut Taxes
The piece argues that true tax relief requires reducing government activities and supervision, trimming commissions and staff, and running government like a private enterprise. It warns against reckless spending and speculation, urging Iowa to cut dependence on government money and restore fiscal footing.
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Iowa
Private Management and government limits on detail
The author argues government cannot manage individual affairs as well as individuals. No human system can guard all people, despite good intentions and perfect plans. Complex pathways invite graft and greed, leading to disaster, with only temporary benefits before returning to a meritbased national form.
Where the Blame Rests on Prohibition’s Failure
The author argues that bootleggers thrived not from their own wrongdoing but from citizens who ignored law and patronized illicit liquor. The eighteenth amendment failed because decent citizens did not let it function, creating a market for bootlegged goods.
Playing with Providence drought ravages Wisconsin feed crops
Dean Chris L. Christensen of the university urges the Agricultural Adjustment Administration to relax corn acreage rules in Wisconsin to aid dairy farmers facing a feed shortage. He cites a 400 mile state tour showing drought and sand storms destroying feed crops including alfalfa and clover, and proposes making some corn loan held by the AAA available to dairymen in 44 counties. He seeks a practical method to secure fodder for dairy herds amid working capital concerns.
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Associated Press
Milwaukee Journal
Madison
Wis
Chris L. Christensen
University College of Agriculture
Agricultural Adjustment Administration
Washington
Wisconsin
Dean Christensen
AAA
Federal Agency
Telopeto
Henry A. Walce
Third District Supervisor Candidacy Declared in Primary
J F Treloar announces run for Supervisor Third District subject to Republican voters June primary. Another notice by Ed F Platte seeks Democratic sheriff nomination in Bremer County for June 1934 primary.
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J. F. Treloar
Koch Declares Candidacy for 72nd District State Rep
William Koch announces his candidacy for nomination for state representative from the 72nd district in Bremer County. He seeks the Democratic Party nomination at the primary election set for June 4, 1934.
Republican candidate for county treasurer announces bid
For county treasurer I wish to announce that I am a candidate for county treasurer on the republican ticket. Primary election June 4, 1934. M. W. Bennett, Tripoli.
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M. W. Bennett
Tripoli
Democratic bid for Bremer County treasurer post
R F Schmidt declares candidacy for Bremer County treasurer in the June 1934 primary, announcing himself as a Democratic candidate and inviting voter will.
George Wescott Announces Democratic Candidacy for Bremer Treasurer
George Wescott declares his candidacy for Bremer County treasurer on the Democratic ticket. He outlines financial stewardship and public service goals as he seeks the county’s voters.
County Recorder Candidate Seeks Reelection in Bremer County
George T. Moulds announces candidacy for reelection as Bremer County Recorder on the Democratic ticket. He runs under voter will in the June 1934 primary. The notice appears in the county’s public election slate.
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Bremer County
George T. Moulds
Bremer County Clerk Nominee for Democratic Primary
The Office of Clerk of District Court in Bremer county seeks Democratic nomination to be decided by voters at the June 1934 primary. Candidate H. C. Richmann seeks approval from the electorate.
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Bremer County
H. C. Richmann
Bremer County Sheriff Primary Election Mention
A fragment notes the office of sheriff of Bremer county and the will of voters at the June primary election, naming Frank Sager.
Primary race for Bremer County Auditor June 1934
The Bremer County Auditor contest is listed for the June 1934 primary with candidate H. J. Stumme noted. The brief item references the county office and the election year, indicating an official or campaign notice in the Bremer county records.
Primary election notice from Bremer County Treasurer
Bremer County Treasurer announces June 19384 primary filing and official action by W. C. Hoth.
Democratic candidate for the June 1934 primary
Democratic candidate for the June 1934 primary seeking votes from voters. J. H. Schwake appears in OCR fragment with unclear district or office title.
Bremer County Attorney Primary Candidate June 1934
The Bremer County Attorney office lists Fred Rewoldt as a candidate in the June 1934 primary. This entry records an official local political notice from the county’s election materials.
Bremer County Attorney Candidate Declares Candidacy
William Gannon of Sumner Iowa announces as a Democrat candidate for Bremer county attorney subject to the voters June 1934 primary election.
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Bremer County
William Gannon
Sumner
Iowa
Bremer County Recorder Candidate Announces Primary Bid
Ed Schoephoerster declares his candidacy for Bremer County recorder on the Democratic ticket. He seeks voter support at the June 1934 primary, announcing his run to the public.
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Bremer County
Ed Schoephoerster
Good Trade Lost Mrs S in Swap Ads Cornet Tale
A humorous note from the Indianapolis News recalls Mrs S a devoted Swap ads reader with a cornet to trade. When an ad ended With or what she called the son answered I don t want my mother to start me taking lessons.
Health and Dieting Risks in Women Overemphasis
The article warns against extreme dieting for women aiming to slim down, noting dieting can shorten life by depriving the body of essential calories. It stresses weight balance matters, especially in diabetes, and cautions that excessive dieting harms vital organs and causes irreversible cellular changes.
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Hotpoint
Dangers of Excessive Dieting Highlight Health Risks
An early warning notes anemia and immune suppression from extreme dieting. A woman restricting meals appears healthy, but pale skin and fatigue mask internal damage. The piece cautions that reduced blood and white cell function raise infection risk, while men are less prone to extreme dieting.
Am I running Phil asks as cough quiets
Running Small Phil with a chest cold is checked by his doctor before bedtime. His mother listens to his chest and then he asks in a quiet moment if he is running. The brief vignette captures a child’s anxious, hopeful question as a mother assesses his health.
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Small Phil
Stranded man asks for a fiver on the sands
A terse exchange occurs as a weary man on the beach asks a passerby for money. The brief encounter highlights hardship and a plea for help amid a seaside setting.
For Sale Items From Tripoli Mercantile Co
Tripoli Mercantile Co offers Ful-O-Pep Chick Starter for chicks and various fruits and berries. Dunlap strawberries 1 per 100, Masterdon Progressive Everbearing 1.50 per 100, Concord Moores Early Delaware grapes 29 cents each. Currants gooseberries 20 cents, asparagus 1 year 1 cent. Nurseryman Schmidt Waverly Iowa.
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Concord
Moores
Delaware
Schmidt
Waverly
Iowa
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R. F. Schmidt
George Wescott
Frank Sager
H. J. Stumme
W. C. Hoth
J. H. Schwake
Fred Rewoldt
William J. Scholes
Apollo
Indianpolis News
Wm. Ambrose Aye Co
Tripoli Mercantile Co
Gibson Girls
Central States Power & Light Corporation
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