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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1922
Page
5
A Chicago court filing accuses Corn Belt Packing Co. of Dubuque of overcharging stock buyers and funneling most of their money to promoters. The piece notes management failures, a missing president, and a stock slump while urging Monticello voters to back a new school bonds proposal and stressing the importance of education for children.
The piece notes senatorial and representative hopefuls form their own platforms, contrasting with past practice where delegates at caucuses and conventions voted on party platforms. It adds a state crop report showing Iowa breeding sows at 125 percent of last year, with concerns over spring pig losses despite corn remaining valuable against potential crop shortfalls.
The Manchester Press reports 20 political announcements of aspirants for county offices. Clifford Thorrie is increasingly considering seeking the senate nomination amid local political chatter.
Washington Post argues that wealth chasing leads to loss and deception. The piece warns against quick riches and Ponzi like schemes, noting law remedies arrive after harm. It concludes that true wealth comes from work and honesty, a lesson for both victims and predators.
The Republican argues fear that shifting enforcement to the Department of Justice would weaken prohibition measures. He notes past government blind spots under the attorney general and questions DOJ effectiveness, even if modeled on antimonopoly or profiteer laws, as state officials report offenses like recent New York builder conspiracies.
The Wyoming Journal protests that the Express reproduces its Wyoming correspondence without proper credit. The Wyoming correspondent is paid for timely copies from towns and localities, and no clipping is made without proper attribution.
Oxford Junction Mirror notes B A Grimwood holds broad county support and likely Republican nomination for representative, predicting strong local backing and a decisive election though some voters may differ on party lines. The column also mocks silver dollars as failing to attack.
A call to action urges support for a construction project on April 24 1922 highlighting potential savings and long term benefits for the community. The message promotes a pro building vote and civic investment.
Attorneys for Corn Belt Packing of Dubuque Iowa sue Ernest Devine and Henry Folts in United States district court seeking an accounting of more than 260000 alleging illegal stock sales and fraudulent transfers. The suit accuses the defendants of underwritings and loans using the packing company funds to cover losses and alleges officials dominated by Devine and Folts with extensive related misconduct.
The bill alleges that books papers effects and accounts of the Corn Belt Ananda department were destroyed and secreted at the instigation and command of Devine.
The Monticello Express files record events from April 1902 including births for Mr. and Mrs. Godfrey Schneider and Mr. and Mrs. John Bohlken. deaths of William Monroe and George Hofacre. numerous marriages such as Kathryn Tobiason and John Volkers. school and public notices. and local business moves. Also notes service, relocations, and a sewer bid request.
Train No 20 derailed near Watking on the Chicago Northwestern line injuring four crew members. Officials suspect track tampering caused the accident. Nearby towns debate relocation of a ux t house amid a petition with 9 991 names. Myron Stone displays a petrified human body relic from Fox Cave Edgewood. Hiner L Page electrocuted at Center Point on 44 000 volt line while throw switch. Rose Schid der killed near Mt Vernon found in a ditch after freight train passage.
An editorial argues Davenport should not be labeled a socialist city, noting the city’s annual spending runs to millions and criticizing local leaders for overreaching beyond their capacity as practical but well meaning workers and shopkeepers.
Monticello Iowa met in adjourned session with Mayor Maurice presiding and names for standing committees including Buildings and Grounds Van Meter Rockstad and Lights Hoag Schneider Health Bates Schneider Water Hoary Van Meter Rockstad Finance Schneider Van Meter Sewer Schnei der Van Meter Hone. Appointed WF Kellum deputy marshal and T M Redmoni health physician. Bonds of FH Lee and J Kellum set at 500 dollars each. Al Hanssen named park commissioner. N C Deiseher allowed arbor vitae planting along west edge of his lot. Residents John Wenger and others seek sewer from North Cedar from Sixth to Seventh Street. sewer committee instructed to investigate. Oiling of streets approved. mayor and city clerk instructed to buy about 20 000 gallons Rand oil from Des Moines firm at under 8.51 cents per gallon. Council adjourned.
City of Monticello Iowa adopts a resolution to oil surface streets including Chestnut Main Centre Farwell and Washington from First Street to various points. Oil to be crude oil during 1922 with costs assessed to abutting property under Chapter 172 Acts. Street work supervised by the street commissioner. Notice and hearings to follow.
Classified notices list Matthieason Auto & Supply Co seeking used cars all cond itions and hatchling eggs for sale with Rhode Island Reds Leg horns Minorcas Anconas Wyandottes Rocks and Orphingtons at 15 to 19 cents each 100 percent delivery 44 deposit required and orders filled in order received Rusger Hi Hopkinton Iowa also Ford sales and service by Monticello Motor Co listing Fordsons at 395 F O B Detroit and naming local farmers who bought in the last 30 days
If you suffer from billiousness constipation headache nervousness gall tone sal low complexion loss of appetite bad taste in mouth Tanlac and Tanlac Vegetable Pills will certainly straighten you out. W. W. Stickford.
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