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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1932
Page
4
The Tripoli Leader analyzes how Brookhart running on an independent ticket may affect rivals Field and Murphy. Most doubt his election chances but views differ on whether he will sweep votes away from Field or harm Murphy. The senatorial race in Iowa this fall is shaping up as more candidates on the independent line than usual.
The piece argues J. W. Long, former state auditor, deserved no voter sympathy despite common expense-padding among officials. It asserts wrongdoing was proven, calls for accountability, and warns the public should not reward such conduct by returning him to office.
The piece argues fall elections will bring new faces but opposes sweeping replacements. It urges careful study of candidates for county district state and national offices to avoid rash decisions and potential serious results.
The piece warns that liberal long term credit and installment buying strain businesses. It likens overextension to a tramp grabbing shirts from a farmer’s line, arguing that if such easy credit continues, more will be taken and the backfire harms lenders.
Across the country high schools report unprecedented enrollments as many older students choose another year of education instead of entering the workforce. Parents and students see continued schooling as better than idleness, a sign of thoughtful response to depression and hard times.
A reform outline argues that unemployment is best reduced by supporting prosperous industries rather than raising taxes. It warns that taxing industry kills jobs and that employment comes from strong sectors, not from policy aimed at penalizing business.
Editorial urges thrift and personal responsibility to rebuild finances after unemployment and mortgage strain. It argues national credit rests on individual credit, calling for immediate steady effort by every citizen to restore the economy and stabilize profits through wise saving and shared effort.
The piece argues Senator Brookhart will seek an independent reelection, driven by personal ambition and revenge rather than principle. It predicts his bid will draw radical voters away from Murphy more than from Field, while loyal Republicans won’t abandon Field.
Mason City Globe-Gazette reports criticism of how congress members distribute government clerical salaries. Critics argue payrolls should mirror other departments, ending lump sums and family connections. They urge open provision for dependents rather than covert arrangements.
The writer notes numerous farm speeches yield no clear resolution yet. Two distinct, arguable lines of thought emerge, each with merits and fallacies. The farmer shows expertise in production but weakness in organization and marketing, yet real progress may come from this period of reflection.
Congressman T. J. B. Robinson spoke to a joint group of service clubs in the city. He impressed listeners with knowledge of conditions and his prior congressional service, presenting a working man’s approach suitable for the district.
Officials claim the two largest U S express firms may fail unless post office competition is curbed. They say parcel post below cost widens the Post Office deficit and harms private rivals. They urge government to operate parcels at a profitable or at least cost rate. Government entry allegedly raises taxes and hurts private enterprise. The protest is expected to grow in Congress.
Speaking broadly, this piece argues farmers’ fortunes drive regional prosperity. It notes how clothing stores, grocers, implement dealers, and auto dealers suffer when farm income falls, while business prospers when farmers gain purchasing power. Everyone understands this interconnected economic law.
In Washington, partisan optimism runs high as Hoover and Roosevelt are both eyed for victory in November. Analysts warn against overblown forecasts while noting regional shifts, with Curtis predicting GOP strength in 1928 states and surveys suggesting mixed support in western and southern regions.
The United States Forest Service notes black locust yields timber for posts and other uses, resists erosion through strong rooting, and its flowers support high quality honey. As a legume its root nodules fix nitrogen, enriching soil for future crops, while it also provides beauty and shade.
In a lively dinner table exchange, the family discusses a looming sales tax on motor cars. The dialogue captures urgency as one says they should buy their car this week to beat the levy. The other notes the political framing of the proposal and the timing influences household decisions.
Tri poli merchants invite your trade and back it with excellent bargains across all lines of merchandise. They pledge courtesy to shoppers and emphasize that buying at home benefits the entire community and the individual shopper as well.
A reflective exchange asks what one would do with a million dollars. The companion humorously suggests upholstering all park benches as the preferred use of wealth.
Washington reports indicate a House subcommittee will seek passage of a bill to restore the 2 cent rate for first class mail once Congress reconvenes in December. The move follows hearings showing a drop in volume since the 3 cent rate began July 6, causing postal worker idleness. Secretary Mills delays $7.8 million Germany loan payment amid talks with Berlin.
Secretary Hurley accused Governor Franklin D Roosevelt of duplicity on public utilities power. He argued the Democratic nominee was unfair in charging President Hoover opposed federal regulation and control of power firms. Hurley said Hoover pushed for more federal regulation before taking office.
James A. Farley on his return to New York declared the country is safe for the Democratic ticket and that Roosevelt and Garner will carry every state west of the Mississippi. He added that a new liberal party is forming around the Chicago platform with the Democratic nominee as its leader.
Speaker Garner has declared he would remain silent on the bonus issue for the national campaign and avoided direct answers on modifying the Volstead act, while broadly supporting the democratic plank calling for such action.
Tallant Tubbs, a California attorney from a rope-manufacturing family, is in his thirties and former state senator. A strong speaker, he would likely be a capable U S senator if elected but opposes the eighteenth amendment, with Democratic gains in California casting doubt on his prospects.
A volunteer Red Cross army alongside the Emergency Unemployment Relief Committee will sew dresses shirts and nightwear from 4 700 000 yards of government cotton cloth for 263000 needy New York families. About 2000 workers start work at once on the initial cloth shipment as social agencies coordinate with schools.
The public health service notes scientists differ on whether hot or cold bread is harder to digest. Some claim hot bread is injurious, others cite people who eat hot bread their whole lives without harm. Factors include individual health, bread type, and possibly occupation or activities.
Town Council met with Mayor C I Me Cumber presiding. Members present were Aubrose Hii Buhr Krueger Mei er. Absent Bang. Minutes read and approved. Bills listed for payment including labor supplies and salaries for Debel, Meier, Kimbal, Mirick, and others. Motion to reduce poll tax from 4.00 to 3.00 per year approved. Adjournment followed. A W Buechele, Town Clerk.
At a regular council meeting the town votes a reduction of poll tax from four dollars to three dollars. Street commissioner Kim Bal, in charge of collection, will begin rounds soon.
Advertises purchase of good clean cotton not less than two feet square, no woolen rags, paying 5 cents a pound. Specifies AGS wanted at The Leader office. Includes location and size requirements from an old classifieds notice.
Renters sought for an all modern house in Tripoli with immediate possession and reasonable rates. Inquire with Frank Rohde. contact Waverly Publishing Co at (40-1p). The notice lists rental details and the agent for inquiries.
Keokuk Iowa firm seeks a responsible man for local employment with no prior selling experience needed. Your car is the only investment required. Liberal commission and steady employment offered. Write at once.
The U S Department of Agriculture outlines how sweetened condensed milk is made by adding cane sugar and reducing the milk by about half. Evaporated milk is milk condensed without sugar, homogenized, sterilized in cans, and shaken to break curd and create a creamy texture.
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