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Newspaper
Vindicator And Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1932
Page
1
An Ohio printer running two weekly papers with 3000 total circulation laments government return addresses on stamped envelopes undercutting private print shops. He argues government duplication burdens taxpayers, urges government to avoid competing with private enterprise, and notes broader calls to curb public sector competition.
The writer argues readers with funds should buy Iowa farmland at current prices, predicting no rise in value and emphasizing land as an investment rather than speculation. It should yield a reasonable return after taxes and rental costs, benefiting both owner and tenant.
Nichols of Iowan Falls, a lifelong Republican, says Murphy suits senatorial needs while denigrating Henry Field as unsophisticated and easily manipulated by big business. He praises Murphy as intelligent and independent though critical of liquor policy, warns Field would bow to Big Business and notes Dickinson as another easy choice.
In 1913 total taxes were 2.9 billion dollars, rising to 12.2 billion by 1930 and higher now. Per capita debt averaged 43.33 then, more than 255 now. He blames expanding government activity and subsidies for bulk tax demands paid by many who gain little. He cites a Galena Times editorial urging reduced government activity. He urges newspapers to lead a campaign to curb taxation and revive industry and jobs.
Edson R. Waite urges Shawnee readers to support local merchants by buying advertised goods in their own city. He argues economies come from intelligent spending and keeping money local, noting some people wrongly believe hometown prices are higher than other cities.
Professor Piccard seeks higher stratospheric flight to test space limits as radio pioneer Marconi unveils ultrashort waves bending with the earth. Japan's silk demand shifts global trade, nudging Manchuria conquest plans as nations grow interdependent and wary of isolation.
An expert from Belt Laboratories discusses progress toward telephone style video calls and watching events live on a screen. He notes current laboratory demos and the goal of lowering costs for radio television broadcasting. While distant, researchers believe nothing is impossible.
A town official admits re election concerns drive decisions harming taxpayers as longer terms and ineligibility for reelection gain little traction. The piece argues longer terms for officials from President down could curb self serving choices and encourage public minded policy.
Mrs Hattie Moore Mitchell of the Normal School at Pittsburgh Kans a nationally known educator will be on the program for the Boys and Girls Institute to be held here Sept 16 and 17. She is remembered by older residents as having spoken here years ago.
The text notes that merchants in cities with heavy advertising draw more trade, while cities with merchants slow to advertise see less knowledge among residents about home goods. It underscores the impact of up-to-date advertising on sales.
A narrative contrasts Jesus growing up near John the Baptist with Johns fame in Jerusalem. Jesus experiences baptism and exaltation followed by deep doubts and temptations. The text parallels Lincoln’s early trials, noting genius faces trials before opportunity, silence, fear of failure, and limits of life.
The Fairmont Sentinel praises motorists who dim headlights when meeting oncoming traffic and notes a contrast between Iowa and Fairmont driving practices. The writer credits highway officials and patrols for courteous dimming and urges stricter enforcement of dimming laws to improve safety.
Alfred Wallen of near Britt cites a Sweden letter noting farmers receive little for sales milk at the creamery is 5 or 6 cents per quart hogs around 6 dollars taxes high and rising many farmers bankrupt or leaving land and unemployment among workers. The Times includes a parallel about saving money to aid the economy and avoid recession. Grace Martens and Alberta Anderson return from eight weeks in California with relatives.
A fragmentary exchange recalls two babies born on election day named Smith and Hoover. A redcap question about the twins prompts a humorous misreading and a quick correction, illustrating a bygone era joke about Prohibition era events and misidentification.
A discussion questions why responsible citizens notify police fire departments yet overlook risky street and highway behavior. It contrasts burglary arson with everyday driving hazards, urging a shift in public attitude to protect life over convenience.
St Louis Samaritan Ole Rown and daughter Martha visited Reuben Knudsen. Many neighbors including Blum, Knudsen, Olson and Mathews families joined picnics and Sunday dinners at various homes such as Interlaken and Clark. A nail injury sent Joe Burt to a doctor. Esther Horswell returned to work after illness.
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