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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1926
Page
5
A column laments growing secular distractions eroding church attendance and calls for a revival of core gospel values. It argues progress fluctuates, urges fearless jurors against murderers, notes Florida bonds face weak voter turnout, and criticizes the public debate over prohibition and political open enemies in Iowa.
The Department of Agriculture notes that per capita wheat bread use is falling as home baking declines. Substitutes and cheap baked goods rise, while labor, fuel, distribution costs, and capital overhead raise bakery prices, reducing bread’s role in the diet.
A collection of witty epigrams and quotes from diverse figures. It surveys political, social, and cultural observations with pointed humor and varied personalities quoted from leaders scholars and public figures.
Anamosa supervisors approve eight mile primary road 35 earthwork contract to Lamoureaux Bros. Co. of Omaha with an estimated $44,000. Culverts go to R. O. Bullock Onslow and bridge to W. L. Hanssen Monticello for about $12,000. Total ~56,000. Other bidders listed. bids also set for 11 miles of primary 61 and 23 miles of primary 28 in neighboring counties.
Obituaries and career notes from Cedar Rapids to Maquoketa mark a week of local changes. Bank executive Martin Newcomer dies. Maquoketa coaches resign. Chiropers and officials shift posts. public works and flood recovery progress mix with school board tensions. Community milestones include anniversaries, a 100 year old house fire, and a new hydro plant nearing operation.
Regulation reactivated February 1 1926 sets half tariff for uncarload shipments of registered thoroughbreds and cattle for breeding in Iowa and nearby states. Minimum charge seven dollars. Expires December 1926 with exceptions. Details in supplement 63 circular 1 R Western Trunk Lines. April 9 meeting in Anamosa to discuss markets and shipper issues. Community farm programs attract many attendees.
Boy scouts recount a hike to Eby's Mill and Panther Hollow with plans for a court of honor meeting on Monday. A bugle call contest will select first and second buglers, featuring calls like assembly reveille mess call retreat and taps. Scouts Jack Kay Chuck Eby and Hugh Lambert compete as a friendly rivalry.
Monticello Iowa council held regular and special meetings on April 5 and April 6 1926 with Mayor B First and Clerk Ray Echternacht. They approved minutes reports and adjourned, set monthly meeting place, and fixed salaries for street staff while authorizing bonds and appropriations for funds.
The guidance notes a daily milk portion and fresh fruit and vegetables for a person. It also explains phosphate fertilizers, including acid and rock phosphate, help crops mature earlier, improve quality, and boost yields.
Notice of probate of the last will and testament of Siebelt Alferts deceased issued by the District Court of Jones County Iowa. The court fixed April 19 1926 for final proof and probate at the March term with interested parties invited to appear and contest admission to probate. J G Rees clerk J J Locher attorney for estate 40-3.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in the annexed list have been filed in the Jones County district court. A hearing and approval are set for April 24 1926 at which interested parties may appear and file exceptions. The Lowell State Bank acts as administrator for the estate of George C Vorster deceased with clerk B G Rees dated Anamosa Iowa April 1 1926.
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