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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1934
Page
4
Official paper of Bremer County notes Secretary of State Mrs. Alex Miller has led economical, efficient governance saving taxpayers 180000 in one year. Converts vehicle inspection staff into Highway Safety Patrol without new hires. Patrols reduce traffic violations and accidents, with officers handling over 100 violations weekly.
A commentary laments drivers with adolescent minds for fast cars, arguing horsepower outruns brains. It urges faster thinking at 60 mph, noting modern cars demand greater mental alertness to prevent deadly accidents and survive as speed increases.
State Democratic leaders at a Bremer County Central Committee gathering in Waverly pledged to use influence to speed paving on primary 93. They cautioned delaying full paving may occur but vowed to act to secure the desired improvements promptly. The Leader’s sincerity and election motives were questioned.
In three weeks the election will end and results noted. The campaign has been quiet in small towns and rural districts. Analysts say a Democratic Iowa win could signal broader gains as Iowa has long been Republican. Local prognosticators refrain from firm predictions this year.
Residents of Northeastern Iowa report a corn harvest near the third smallest in fifty years. In most of the state production trails normal years, with only 198 million bushels this year versus 450 million in 1933. Only three prior fifty year spans saw under 200 million.
Office and newspaper columns reveal daily honesty as lost items show up and the public learns from court and police reports. The tone suggests most people are honest, with dishonesty becoming news when documented.
A moral reminder urges hunters to recall the carelessness common in autumn, aiming to prevent fatal incidents and ensure their hunts yield quarry without tragedy among companions.
The piece critiques critics of war opposition as treasonous, notes past condemnations of churches voicing peace views, and argues munition makers profit from conflict. It cites connections between Russia funded groups and peace movements, mentions a submarine firm salesman at a disarmament conference, and asserts war profits drive deception to sustain conflict.
The article argues the sales tax principle is sound though the present law is imperfect. It suggests raising the limit or exempting purchases under fifty cents to aid small buyers, insisting the fundamental idea remains correct.
The Gazette urges calm, insists voters are intelligent, and asks candidates to focus on issues and abandon personal attacks. It condemns mudslinging as unbecoming and calls on all contenders to keep their records clear and refrain from gutter tactics.
In Hardin county, Iowa, farmers signed over 2,000 crop control contracts in 1934, but only 1,001 votes were cast in the county referendum. The disparity prompts questions about interest in a 1935 crop control program despite past support.
The piece argues Iowa leads in literacy and could influence national judgment on Washington’s economic policy. A revolt against chicanery might lift the nation and spur business, while approval of the New Deal could depress business. The author forecasts prolonged bread lines and relief, urging workers and farmers to brace for further hardship and division.
A critic argues voters seldom study candidate qualifications before elections. If voters learn to scrutinize programs and avoid emotional appeals, no party would easily claim control of counties states or the nation. The author doubts that time will come soon.
Washington snapshots report Republican leaders publish the third section of a pamphlet attacking Roosevelt era policies. They charge federal bureaucracy crowds private enterprise, warn business interests to expect further critiques, and note anticipated remarks from Roosevelt to bankers in Washington and visits to Roanoke and William and Mary.
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Stoffregen was christened at St. John’s Lutheran church by Rev. Hanff. The child was named Donald Everett. Sponsors were Otto Mummelbhie and Mrs. Chris Winning. After services the Stoffregens hosted dinner and guests included Mr. and Mrs. Mummelther and family and Mr. and Mrs. Winning. The Stoffregen family reside with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Winning.
Obituary of Mrs. Mary E Henry a Frederika pioneer born July 24 1836 in New York who died October 11 1934 at age 98 after a long life of charity and service. Surviving sons Emory John Norman and daughter Florence Service plus many grandchildren great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Funeral held at Frederika Methodist Church with burial in Lima Iowa.
The schedule lists Sunday School at 9 30 and German services at 10 30 led by Theo A Thomas pastor The choirs rehearse at the usual time for the service.
E F Byers pastor leads Sunday School at 9 30 morning worship at 10 45 and Christian Endeavor at 7 30. Orchestra practice at 7 30 Thursday evening followed by choir at 8 00.
St John’s Lutheran led by Pastor A Hanff offers Sunday School at 9 30 a m and English service at 10 30 a m The Ladies Aid meets at Mrs Louise Kuker home Thursday Choir rehearsals Thursday evening Junior 6 45 Intermediate 7 20 Senior 8 00 The Waterloo conference Sunday School Teachers convention at Maxfield with Pastor J G Baerman on October 21 Orchestra practice Monday at 7 pm
Mrs. Louisa Warnke and Children express gratitude to neighbors and friends for assistance and sympathy after the death of their husband and father. They also thank for the floral tributes.
A 1909 column recounts Will Guiney returning home to Clark South Dakota after a trip. He faced a near fall during a church steeple repair and was briefly knocked down yet recovered. H W Bockhaus resumes a trip to Isley North Dakota. Market prices for eggs butter potatoes hogs corn are listed.
Ten years ago on October 15 1924 Jean Schumacher two a long half year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Will Schumacher living on a farm a mile and a half at Tripoli drowned when the platform of an abandoned wye near the H J Wynkoff home gave way and the child and pump fell into a nine foot deep pool. A Ford touring car was damaged after a collision near Potter s Siding creamery four miles west of here. Carl Westendorf and Miss Freda Kammeyer wed at Evangelical church in Siegel at 2:49 pm today by Rev Pfeiffer.
Mrs Chas W Zell aged 46 died at a New Hampton hospital after illness from kidney trouble. Miss Alma Hooper and Edwin Brase wed at St Paul Latran Siegel with Rev Gerlach officiating. Florence Huegli and Hartford Marsh married at St Peter Evangelical with Rev Koehler. Local market prices listed: eggs 2c-42c, chickens 12-19c, ducks 16c, hogs 6 cents, sows 7.60, veal calves 5 to 11.
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