Monticello school board feud over superintendent abolition
A Monticello newspaper blasts four board members who vote to abolish the superintendent, shorten the school year to eight months, and drop preparatory studies. It argues taxes are not excessive, defends Latin and overall education, and questions board visits and oversight while urging a reconsideration to restore nine months and keep high school offerings.
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Farwell
Anamosa
Wyoming
Olin
Major Farwell
Monticello
Monticello High School
Messrs
Lawrence
Judge Kinne Seeks Democratic Nomination for Governor
The article notes Judge Kinne is willing to seek the Democratic nomination if urged by supporters, while Congressman Cousins plans a month devoted to settling post office contests, highlighting a period many call the month of discontent.
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Kinne
Willin
Will
Cousins
Monticello Basks in Advertising Hype Amid School Prospects
A traveling man said Monticello has become one of the state’s best advertised towns, though he warned the town’s future school prospects may not share in the praise.
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Monticello
Death of Dr Z G Isbell of Center Junction
Jones county mourns the loss of Dr Z G Isbell a prominent Center Junction figure. He died last Thursday leaving a spotless reputation and a life of faith that guided many in politics religion and community affairs.
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Jones County
Z. G. Isbell
Center Junction
Christ
Isbell
Monticello school board called to account over finances
The Monticello board proposes abolishing the superintendent's office cutting the school year to eight months and trimming the high school to fit two teachers. Editor Coxsee argues the levy is low for Iowa towns and Monticello lags in HS courses and salaries, urging public education support and board accountability.
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Monticello
Coxsee
MonvicElLo Express
Doxsee
Jones County
Boards of Education
Iowa
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Washington Post
Board of Education
the Express
Lawrence
Noyes
Hicks
Doron
Hunter
Hazlet
Farwell
Tipton
DeWitt
Iowa City
Manchester
Tama
Toledo
Davenport Road
America
Congress
Monticello School Board Debate On Tax Burden And Reform
In a response to a recent Express article, a Monticello resident defends current school leadership and attacks tax increases. He argues the debt burden is misrepresented, questions superintendent needs, and cites historical cost concerns while urging retrenchment and curriculum reform.
Critique of Monticello High School Reforms and Spending
A reader argues against adding a fourth year to the Monticello high school program and questions the value of the current system. They fault board plans, building costs, and mismanagement, citing poor construction, inadequate drainage, and unsafe heating. The piece laments wasted funds and praises Col. John C. Duer’s prior school leadership.
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Thad
Monticello High School
Monticello
Nettie Sleeper
Sleeper
Jowh
Dia
John C. Duer
Monticello school attendance debate and budget worries
A local letter discusses historic school attendance averages from 1805 to present, estimates outside pupils paying tuition, and the impact on district finances. The writer critiques tax increases, urges debt payoff, and laments education costs while defending board decisions and noting community tensions.
County Board in Session at Anamosa This Week
The county board of supervisors meets in Anamosa this week to conduct official business and address local matters. Pending agenda items include budget items and committee reports.
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County Board of Supervisors
Anamosa
Tporny
Mon- A Teat
Jone Co Lons
Praotige
Gourta
Dubuque
Delaware
Linn
Jones
Olliva
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