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Newspaper
Tripoli Leader
Location
Tripoli, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1931
Page
4
The United Press survey of national business conditions shows firmer activity in several sectors. Textile mills reopenings, production boosts in glass, cellophane, utilities orders, and gains in tires, shoes, sugar, and textiles indicate a shift from gloom to signs of recovery across varied industries.
The Leader notes Brookhart’s fading voter pull as discontent grows with his tenure. Critics say past farm relief plans failed to materialize and that he talks rather than acts, with supporters tiring of rhetoric and seeking concrete results.
The piece argues that a decade of promoting higher output from farms to factories now harms the nation. It notes the difficulty of finding a middle ground and warns that U.S. production methods shared with Russia could worsen global market pressure.
Wording reflects regional dispute over tuberculin test and its enforcement. The passage notes strong opinions among farmers, adherence to statute, and calls for lawful repeal via established legislative processes if the law is deemed unsound.
A Washington report notes there are over 71 million dollars in matured bonds and notes that sit unused while investors lose about 2 million dollars annually in interest.
Postal regulations forbid newspapers to publish advertisements of lotteries. Most papers follow this rule while radio stations nationwide use the same method of advertising and thus far have faced little federal objection. The situation may change as enforcement increases.
The true sportsmen welcome President Hoover's decision to restrict this fall's hunting period for migratory waterfowl to a single month. A severe drought and drainage issues have reduced waterfowl numbers on key breeding grounds this year.
An Iowa editorial argues reputation rests on keeping promises more than other traits. It cites a Winnebago preacher and a Decorah bootlegger as contrasts, showing even gifted speakers lose respect when they betray trust. The piece warns that “the soul of honor” sustains social standing despite crimes.
The Iowa cigarette tax will bring the state over 1.25 million dollars this year while the gas tax and sales taxes are discussed as increasingly effective tools. The piece argues taxes on incomes and luxuries could replace burdensome current laws, with sales taxes aimed at luxuries used by those with means.
In the absence of saloons an income tax shifts burden indirectly to the poor. Surveys show laboring people drink little liquor now compared with the old days when bars existed. Judge Kenyon notes bootlegger patronage by the rich, while the poor cut booze spending. The piece argues that fewer idle rich deaths from poison hootch would benefit society.
A Marshalltown attorney charged a man 600 dollars for defending him on liquor and speeding charges, securing liquor acquittal and a 25 dollar speeding fine. The client sued for excessive fees as Marshalltown colleagues testified estimates from 50 to 1080 dollars. The judge, bewildered by the range, took the case under advisement. The fee appears driven by client need and lawyer financial pressure.
A Cedar county dispute over cattle testing laws escalates from threats to open rebellion. Egg throwing and guns pointed at officials signaled a break from compliance as authorities insist laws are binding. The piece urges a firm state-led resolution to restore order and enforce statute adherence.
The Monroe Commercial club held its monthly dinner at the Legion hall last Friday. The affair highlighted tensions as some members oppose the cooperative, urging all to work together. Speakers noted that firms complaining about conditions also avoid local advertising, while those promoting goods locally attract customers.
In a skeptical 1920s stance the Washington column argues extra sessions are pointless amid a divided Congress. It cites Governor Pinchot’s plea for federal aid, Senator Reed’s critique, and President Hoover’s relief efforts, urging practical, local action and a competent relief administrator.
Control of the Chicago Daily News passed to Col. Frank Knox publisher of the Union Leader in Manchester New Hampshire and Theodore T. Ellis of Worcester Massachusetts president of the New England Fiber Blanket company.
Philadelphia artist Green, who gained fame for painting artificial eyes for blinded World War II soldiers, died at his home at age forty four.
Maj. Henry J. Weeks commandant of the army remount post at Fort Reno Oklahoma died suddenly.
The Leader promotes its wedding announcements and invitations with a wide sample selection. It urges readers to use a Leader Business Bring er for selling or trading items, noting a 25 cent ad suffices. The paper offers news about neighbors and friends and is the official county publication priced at $2.00 yearly in advance.
Having one of the best equipped printing plants to be found in any small town, The Leader is well prepared to print your needs in office forms, sale bills, or anything printed from type.
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