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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1932
Page
4
The article vents at Brookhart citing Railway Magazine claims that he opposed railway earnings and hurt workers. It also criticizes federal veteran loan terms, arguing the government profits from loans at high rates and urging a 2 percent rate to aid veterans.
Archaeologists uncovered papyrus material from Memphis dated 3068 B C that describes a breakdown of sovereignty, law evasion, wealth concentration, gold scarcity, and unemployment. The text warns of cycles of prosperity followed by depression, stating the land is turned upside down and rulers outnumber the rich.
About two years ago there were 217 120 automobiles on Iowa farms, roughly one per farm. Since 1930 the total has fallen by 11 171, with the rate of decline accelerating. The piece notes a long congress session and implies many congressmen will receive two-year vacations next November.
Editorial argues that current low economic mood will be followed by prosperity, citing historical depressions from 1837 to 1921 and 1893. It urges readers to prepare now for the coming period of prosperity, noting repeated patterns of downturns followed by growth.
The weekly column argues all taxpayers share the tax burden through higher prices and rents. It urges broad public recognition that corporate and landlord taxes raise living costs, and that universal understanding could push for tax reductions.
Greene Recorder argues for a federal moratorium to aid farmers burdened by low crop prices and mortgage debt. It compares government relief to actions already given to railroads and banks, urging immediate action before many farmers lose their livelihoods and homes.
The narrator argues Governor Turner missed a chance to issue a 1907 style waiver for Iowa banks last September or October. It claims such foresight could have kept banks open amid a low mood, and suggests it would have benefited the state and Turner.
Senator Oliver P. Bennett of Mapleton addressed the Albia Service Club on his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor. The Albia Union Republican notes his experience on key tax revision committees and calls him a constructive leader, contrasting him with the prior administration and urging support for qualified men in state government.
A Manchester Press report quotes a local school board member stating four courses could be cut without harming students, saving $4,500 annually. The upcoming legislature will be asked to remove mandatory status for these courses, leaving advisability to individual boards. Economies believed possible by trimming unim portant or non essential branches, with emphasis on speed.
A Denison Bulletin opinion warns public sloth and indifference fuel higher taxes. It cites per capita government costs rising from 4.19 in 1890 to 11.40 in 1917 and tracks federal and local spending, deficits, and debt through 1931, arguing voters shape governance and debt levels.
Washington observers report Alfred E. Smith’s May 16 radio address and Owen Young’s public declination to run reshape the 1932 Democratic contest. Roosevelt gains fresh momentum while anti-Roosevelt forces regroup around Baker, Ritchie, or Garner as Smith’s forceful speech inspires cautious optimism among supporters and critics alike.
Des Moines Iowa May 18 The Ford Motor Company Des Moines assembly plant will start volume production of the new V 8 and 4 cylinder cars May 31 announced by local manager G F Nelson. He said the plant is the state s only automobile assembly plant and a major employer and that production will put money into circulation and provide several hundred Iowa jobs. Departments including body paint and trim are already producing the new body types. Nelson expressed optimism for the future.
William Ambrose, a Des Moines Ford dealer, reports strong bookings for new cars and a spring selling season that should boost employment in Iowa. He notes the Des Moines Ford assembly plant covers 3½ acres with 275,000 sq ft, capable of producing 220 complete automobiles daily for 71 counties, and that Ford paid over 40,000 in taxes plus power and water charges, most of which stay in the state.
Harold W. Traeger announces his bid for the county auditor on the Republican ticket subject to June primaries. He asks voters for support and notes the election process will determine the outcome.
An electoral notice declares Albert Ostrogge seeking the Bremer county sheriff nomination on the Democratic ticket subject to June 6 1952 primary voters. The notice also lists W C Hoth as a candidate for county treasurer on the Democratic ticket in the same June primaries.
John M Ramsey of Clarksville Iowa announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state senator in the 39th district comprising Bremer and Butler counties. He seeks the choice of Republican voters at the June 1932 primary election.
Chas Bills of Waverly Iowa announces candidacy for the office of treasurer of Bremer County Iowa subject to Democratic voters at the June 6 1932 primaries. He asks for support from the electorate.
Democratic candidate ED F. Schoephoester seeks support in the June primaries for the county recorder post. Waverly Iowa and surrounding voters are urged to consider his candidacy as part of the party slate.
A brief notice announces John Griese as the candidate for supervisor in the Second District on the Democratic ticket awaiting approval, with a call for supporters to back the candidacy.
H W Stine of Clarksville Iowa declares his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state senator in the 39th district covering Bremer and Butler counties. Primary election to be held in June 1932.
Fred Rewoldt Jr announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Bremer County Attorney, subject to Democratic voters at the June 6, 1932 primary election.
William Koch runs in Bremer County as a Democratic candidate for State Representative from the 72nd district. The nomination is subject to Democratic voters at the primary on June 6, 1932.
Bremer county Iowa announces H J Stumme as a candidate for the office of Auditor subject to Democratic voters will at the June primaries. The notice names the candidate and the election context.
R B Eckles announces candidacy for the State Senate seat representing the 89th district comprising Butler and Bremer counties. Primary election voters in Spd Aplington Iowa will decide on June 6.
J H Schwarre announces candidacy for District Court clerk prior to June 1932 Democratic primaries in Waverly Iowa. Message frames campaign as to be decided by democratic voters.
William A. Meyer is listed as a candidate for the Republican nomination for county representative office in the 1611 edition. The notice names Meyer as the hopeful seeking the party’s backing in the upcoming election.
In the second district race on the Republican side, candidate C G Schwem wins the contest with a decisive showing against his unnamed challenger, reflecting a strong intra-party performance.
A 1932 newspaper fragment shows declarations of candidacy for county sheriff and supervisor positions. Names include Frank Sager and Ernest Bull, with mentions of second district supervisor and clerk of district court, all subject to June primaries. The text also references a June 6, 1932 date and Democratic primary context.
The statement introduces HARRY T. HICKS as a candidate for Bremer county treasurer subject to Republican voters approval at the June primary election. The notice frames the race as contingent on party voter confirmation.
A candidate for the Democratic nomination for clerk of the district court in Bremer County seeks party support at the June primaries. The entry notes the candidate is Herman Richmann and emphasizes caucus approval by Democratic voters.
Bremer county announces candidate Harry H. Hagemann for the office of county attorney subject to the declaration of the Democratic voters at the primary election on June 6 1932.
A candidate announces intention to run for county recorder on the Democratic ticket pending June primaries. The statement thanks supporters and references GEO and T MOULDS in a brief political notice.
A Republican candidate for county supervisor from the second district seeks voter approval at the June primary. The nomination is subject to primary voters' support and is tied to the party ticket for election. The notice outlines candidacy and timing for the upcoming test vote.
John Hallowell, 21 2, seeks the Republican nomination for sheriff in the June 1932 primary.
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