Death toll from auto crashes soars in 1934 warns editor
Editor and publisher warns that automobile accidents worsen yearly with 1934 surpassing 1933 as figures from the National Bureau of Casualty and Surety Underwriters show about 20 percent more fatalities in the first six months and October and November expected to be the worst. Roughly 37,200 killed and over 1,000,000 injured projected for the year with billions in economic losses. He argues for stricter regulations and penalties to curb the trend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Bureau of Casualty and Surety
America
The Town Grows When Citizens Lead Its Future
The piece argues a town's growth hinges on local intelligence and initiative. It compares a town to a business, favoring internal talent development from sales to leadership. It warns against stagnant leaders who suppress youth and warns that scarce opportunity drives talent away to more welcoming communities.
Tax reform critique looms in Republican hopes this fall
Republicans face a test on tax policy asking for more than criticism this fall. The Leader argues proposals must offer revenue neutral substitutes without raising burden. With a three way tax law in effect there are few new levy options, and gross income tax is off the table after the primary.
Quiet Courage in Front Line of Everyday Heroes
The passage contrasts front page heroes with the farmer quietly sustaining his crop under a brutal drought. While public acclaim shines on dramatic acts, true resilience shows in daily, unglamorous labor. The farmer endures heat and loss, continuing work despite overwhelming odds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Shelter belt plan eyed as wind and soil saver
Editorial notes farmers in arid western Kansas poke fun at Roosevelt's shelter belt idea while urging careful study of drought resistant plants. The piece recalls historical scoffs at innovations and argues wind erosion and soil loss justify exploring trees and grasses that survive extreme climates and minimal rainfall. It notes Secretary Wallace seeks grass and shrubs adaptable to 16 inches of yearly precipitation to protect soil and feed livestock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Roosevelt
Rockies
Arizona
Columbus
Americas
Nile
Hitler
Germany
Wright Brothers
Henry Ford
Missouri
Towa
Federal
Bethany
Wallace
Great
Gobi Desert
Leaker and Moore Freed by Parole Board
Knoxville Express says Leaker and Moore, figures in the Dan Turner era, were released after serving a small portion of a three year sentence. The piece argues criminal treatment is uneven, praising arrests but criticizing appeals and parole releases that undercut convictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leaker
Moore
Dan Turner
Parole Board
Parity Rise Forces Higher Food Prices Warned
Grain prices now reflect parity between farmer's product and other goods. Drought exposes the limits of human effort to control supply and demand, driving price rises and highlighting the role of scarcity. The writer notes farmers rarely profit greatly from the spike, yet expects future crops may yield profit as supply adjusts.
To the Same End editorials on risk and restraint
The piece discusses varied risky actions from fingers near corn shredders to diving into shallow water and driving bulls without safety controls. It argues that despite different contexts the underlying outcome is similar, urging caution and responsible behavior.
The Key to Progress in Parkersburg Eclipse
A business man argues that progress comes from cooperation and compromise. Indifference harms community efforts, while involvement in joint projects drives welfare and success. Idle effort is worse than wrong directed activity, as cooperation remains the true measure of progress.
Washington Snapshots on Relief Policy and Politics
Federal relief chief Harry L. Hopkins reiterates that relief is tied to individual need and not a promise to feed strikers. He may illuminate policy on air to prevent misreadings amid the textile strike. O’Connor and Burns talks spark talk of a deal shaping speaker control and NY delegation gains. NRA officials push broader action to cut weekly hours and raise wages through code amendments aimed at reducing unemployment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Helm News Service
New York
Roosevelt
Hyde Park
Harry L. Hopkins
Hopkins
FERA
NRA
Hugh S. Johnson
Readlyn School Opens September 3
Readlyn public school opens with 24 high school and 26 grade enrollments. Ninth grade includes 17 students from Readlyn district and several from Maxfield. Tenth grade has seven students. kindergarten through fourth grade lists provided. Accreditation achieved with State Superintendent Samuelson and county superintendent Smith. Janitor Edwin Tiedt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Readlyn
Carl Buhr
Lester Diekmann
Florence Eichmann
Marlys Judas
Arlin Pepmueller
Earl Rommel
Richard Zahn
Readlyn Independent
Irene Bahe
Bernice Westendorf
Maxfield No
Oswald
Selma Witten
Busse
Agnes Samuelson
Mildred Smith
Edwin Tiedt
Waterman Returns to Waverly Jail After Escape
LaVern Waterman who escaped from Bremer county jail Friday night returned on Sunday and surrendered at the Dilley farm after a talk with Lee Dilley. He will be arraigned in September for forgery. After the escape he stole Ernest Bauer’s automobile, picked up his wife near the Excelsior creamery, and headed toward Cedar Rapids where they were taken into custody before he hitchhiked back to the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LaVern Waterman
Bremer County
Lee Dilley
Leroy Township
Dilley Farm
Mr. Dilley
Sager
Waterman
Clark
Ernest Bauer
Excelsior Creamery
Sumner
Cedar Rapids
Tenor Mario Capelli Heads Sunday Church Service
Congregational notes announce Sunday school at 9 30 morning worship at 10 45 led by world famous Italian American tenor Mario Capelli who will receive the offering. No admission price. Christian Endeavor follows at 8 o clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. F. Byers
Mario Capelli
Capelli
Readlyn Couple Wed in Home Ceremony
Miss Ester Poock and Arnold Bunger married Friday at the Poock home with Rev. Theo Frese officiating. Ella Frese played music. bride wore blue velvet and carried white asters and pink roses. Attendants were Edna Poock and Wilburt Bunger. Wedding dinner served to families. same day as the groom’s grandparent’s golden anniversary.
Appointment of Administrator for Henry Schroeder Estate
On August 25 1934 the District Court of Bremer County Iowa appointed G F Johnson Frederika Iowa as Administrator of the estate of Henry Schroeder deceased. Creditors and claimants must present claims legally authenticated to the court for allowance. Wehrmacher Rewoldt attorneys Waverly Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Bremer County
Iowa
Henry Schroeder
Tripoli Leader Advertises Job Printing Services
The Tripoli Leader notes its availability for job printing needs. It invites readers to place orders for pamphlets, posters, and other printing tasks, highlighting reliable service and timely delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tripoli
St John’s Lutheran Announces Sunday Schedule and Activities
Pastor E A Hanff leads Sunday school at 9:00 a.m. and a German divine service at 10:00 a.m. with offerings for orphans. The Ladies’ Aid meets Thursday at Mrs H Hagen’s home, first after vacation. Senior choir practice follows at 8:00 p.m. all members urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Hagen
St Peters Evangelical Mission Festival Schedule
St Peters Evangelical presided by Pastor Theo A Thomas invites attendance at Sunday events. Sunday school at 9, German service at 10 with Rev K Pfeiffer sermon. Afternoon services start 2:30 with Rev M Kleinan delivering German address and Rev G H Krueger giving English address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theo
A Thomas
K. Pfeiffer
M. Kleinan
G. H. Krueger
Tomato Box Debacle Sparks Shoppers Laughs
A humorous exchange at a grocer highlights a debate over tomato placement in a box. The grocer says top tomatoes are best for easy access, while the housewife notes the practical trick. The moment captures playful street chatter about daily chores.
Milkman in Lawful Late Visit Sparks Family Jest
A light exchange shows a daughter's boyfriend staying late until the milkman comes, prompting a humorous line about the man being the milkman himself. The quip reflects family wit and the era's routines.
County Legion elects officers at regular meeting
At the regular American Legion meeting the men elected for the coming year were Commander Frank Curtis first and second commander Carl Ducker and William Geberding adjutant Wesley Broadie finance officer Ed Mooney chaplain Dr F R Sparks sergeant at arms William Geberding and executive board Fred Mohr and Ed Murphy. The Legion Auxiliary elected officers for the year with President Geneveva Williams first vice Norman Bodecker second vice Minerva Aiken secretary Myrtle Osterholm treasurer Mamie Duggan historian Magnolia Curtis sergeant at arms Bertha Pipho assistant sergeant at arms Alice Bruns and executive board Meta Luesenhop Matilda Kruse and Alice Ducker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Frank Curtis
Carl Ducker
William Geberding
Wesley Broadie
Ed Mooney
F. R. Sparks
Fred Mohr
Ed Murphy
Auxiliary of the
Geneveva Williams
Norman Bodecker
Minerva Aiken
Myrtle Osterholm
Mamie Duggan
Magnolia Curtis
Bertha Pipho
Alice Bruns
Meta Luesenhop
Matilda Kruse
Alice Ducker
Lynn-Larson Nuptials End in City Ceremony
Edith Lynn and Arnold C. Larson, both of this city, united in marriage at the S. H. Page home on Saturday morning August 25 at 11 o'clock with Rev. H. D. Temple officiating. Attendants were Mr. and Mrs. Ervin Hilmer. The bride is a graduate nurse from St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital and has practiced locally. The couple will reside here. Larson is a tank wagon driver for Continental Oil Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynn-Larson
Edith Lynn
Arnold C. Larson
S. H. Page
H. D. Temple
Methodist Church
Ervin Hilmer
St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital
Larson
Continental Oil Company
Hold Family Reunion In Kern Circle In Waverly
The Kern families gathered for a reunion and dinner in the Gold Room of the Ho tel President on Sunday September 2. Attendees included W S Kern and several relatives from Waverly and beyond, with news of relatives relocating and local residents moving away. A card party hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars was announced for the coming Wednesday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kern
Gold Room
W. S. Kern
L. C. Kern
L. D. Jay
Leonie
Eleanor
Merle Gruben
Amos Colburn
Waverly
Frank D. Kern
State College, Pennsylania
E. D. Starboard
Mankato, Minn
C. D. Kern
Chicago
William P. Scully
Riverside
Calif
California
Scully
Ann Collins
T. R. Collins
Leo Gorman
Minnesota
Frank Wynhoff
Herman Wynhoff
Beloit
Wis
Wynhoff
R. T. Bryan
Boulder
Colorado
A. P. Bryan
Bryan
Spirit Lake
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Community notes report injuries and travels across towns
The clipping lists local people such as A. Ellerman and Mrs Lenn K with party plans, mentions Clay Bowles injuring his legs but not seriously, and notes visits by Rev C Gabjn and Rev Deal to relatives. It notes deaths in Pasadena, a kitchen shower for Myx Osineup, a Rock Island wedding, and locals attending events and picnics around Labor Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Ellerman
Lenn K
Wm. Ducker
Marshall Canning
F. P. Hageman
Stud
Lutheran Mutual Aid Society
C. Gabjn
Chicago
Spen
Tho
Cyford Abbey
Pasadena
Calif
Jennie Sproys
Fred Hennings
Isabel Driscoll
Atti
Chica
Paul Osineup
Osinowy
State University
Tra Deal
Long Beach
Deal
W. A. Watking
Bertha Marrs
Schlotsmeyer Dry Goods Store
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Iowa Press
Albia Union-Republican
Knoxville Express
Madrid Register-News
West Union Argo-Gazette
Parkersburg
Washington
John J. O'Connor
Burns
House
O'Connor
Rules Committee
Representative Bankhead
O’connor
G. F. Johnson
Frederika
Wehrmacher & Rewoldt
Attys
ST. John’s Lutheran
E. A. Hanff
ST. Peter’s Evangelical
Waverly News
Territory
Lester Engelke
Lau & Kummelehne
S.’. Baker & Co
Keokuk
Ambrose Auto Co
DELCO
Genco
Willys
W. H. Wellman
Clay St
Dar Falls
Ec EE
Appleton & Roll
Rosenthal
Appleton
McCormick
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