American neutrality urged over war talk in Europe
A columnist argues Americans should not rush to war over Europe in 1919 style debates. He recalls civilian sacrifices in 1918 and warns that U S involvement could cost lives, urging strict neutrality and caution against bloc policy toward dictators.
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Germany
Balkan States
Italy
Tunisia
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Mussolini
Barriers Between States Draw Criticism of Self Containment Plan
The president's one way economics faces pushback in the middle west as he urges the south to produce all it needs. Milk trains from Iowa Illinois Wisconsin and Minnesota head to Florida as Congressman Anderson notes southern exports subsidize southern needs. Tariff walls threaten free trade and sectional rivalries arise with Iowa butter taxation prompting southern retaliation. Mortgage debt on farms has doubled in 25 years.
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Illinois
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Warm Springs
Florida
Anderson
South
Mr. Roosevelt
America
London center of movement toward peace or war in Europe
The article reports London as the focal point of European tension with Britain and France preparing a firm stance against Germany and Italy. It notes Prime Minister Chamberlains warning against living in surprise and alarm and mentions Poland Poland minister Beck in London seeking amicable adjustments while promising defense if invaded. It also mentions possible alliances with Romania and other Balkan states against the axis and the uncertain role of Russia.
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Sioux City Journal
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Italy
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House of Commons
Berlin
Col. Beck
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France
Russia
Britain
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Balkan
Iowa lawmakers weigh budgets and road funds in late session
At the ninety first day of the 48th Iowa General Assembly, about 125 laws passed, 68 killed, 47 withdrawn, and 1139 bills introduced. The capital program includes 595000 in building funds plus 1.3 million for a state office building. the farm to market road measure passed and drafts for an admin appropriation bill loom. Bankers pushback and a new parole board proposal contrast with ongoing deliberations as adjournment nears.
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Special Election Proclamation Center Junction Iowa 1939
The town of Center Junction Iowa will hold a special election on April 28 1939 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to vote on reconstructing the water works issuing bonds up to 2500 dollars and levying a three mill tax for bond and interest payments. Polling place is Town Hall Center Junction. ROY SNELL mayor signed April 3 1939.
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Center Junction
Iowa
Town Hall
Low
Paris inspired Easter bonnets for home crafts
Ladies in Pierson are advised to craft Easter bonnets at home using inexpensive items from dime stores or attics. Suggestions include a sun flower spray on a small stem, pink wimple, red dog halter crown, sherbet glass with cellophane ruching, artificial flowers, and a thimble straw brim to pair with a veil for various chic styles.
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Puck
Pierson
Economy sentiment grows amid calls for restraint in spending
The piece notes rising public insistence on economy despite the president's push for higher spending. It cites party turnover and partial congressional awakening, though reform faces stubborn resistance. The shift reflects a broader national move toward fiscal restraint and reduced government outlays.
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Cherokee Times
Congress
Circus faces closure over tax debt endangering tradition
A prominent circuses fate hangs on securing funds to pay taxes. If unable to raise money, the era of the great circuses may end, a loss grieved by parents and children who cherish the thrill of the show.
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Atlantic News-Telegraph
Transfer of insane patients to county homes debated
Council Bluffs Nonpareil argues against transferring insane patients to county homes as a state hospital solution. The paper notes few counties have adequate care facilities and warns inmates moved by the bill passing the house would likely be worse off.
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Council Bluffs
Tax Relief Urged by Council Bluffs Nonpareil
The editorial argues for tax relief to help Iowans maintain homes and support families. It warns against burdening self supporting citizens with rising taxes and urges economical policy for the state's future.
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Council Bluffs
Iowa
Railroad Problem Sparks Debate On Fairness
The article argues the railroad issue is serious and notes competition from water, highway, and air transport. It condemns solving the railroad question by burdening a rival, calling that method crude and unfair.
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Dubuque
Knoxville Express: Acknowledging the old time saloon
The Knoxville Express notes the old time saloon could not claim to be a temperance agency nor to curb bootleggers. The piece defends its character and purpose while acknowledging its historical role in the era.
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Knoxville Express
Mussolini rhetoric vs war poets voices in Rome and Europe
Lou Mallory Lake recalls listening to Mussolini’s speech in Rome and contrasts it with enduring World War poems. the note suggests propaganda and public alarm, while Marshalltown notes Benes may have escaped Europe to avoid liquidation.
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Lou Mallory Lake
Mason City Globe Gazette
Benito Mussolini
Rome
Mussolini
John MacRae
Marshalltown
Benes
Europe
Lithuania Sees Sharp Rise in Mineral Production
Lithuanian mining sectors report a notable 12 month increase in mineral output led by metals and industrial minerals. Industry officials attribute growth to upgraded facilities and stable demand in Europe.
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Lithuania
County Convention Called for Jones County Education Board
Notice under 1935 Iowa code convenes election of no County Superintendent and three Board of Education members at 2 PM May 9 1939 in Jones County Court House. Township rural independent districts meet April 18 1939 to nominate delegates and alternates for county convention at listed schoolhouses. GEO F. Specht county auditor seals the notice.
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Iowa
Board of Education
Jones County
Clay Township
Sutton
Greenfield Township
White Oak
Tever Toward
Geter Prps
Madison Township
Center
Jackson Township
Wyoming Township
Pleasant Ridge
Geo F. Specht
Notice of Final Reports in Jones County Court
Final reports and applications for discharge of executors and trustees have been filed in Jones county district court. A final hearing is set for May 3, 1939, at Anamosa to approve reports for Paul Schuetz estate of Folkert Hedden and Monticello State Bank administrator with will annexed of Emma J. Livingstone.
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District Court
Jones County
Paul Schuetz
Folkert Hedden
Monticello Statenk
Emma J. Livingstone
Anamosa
Iowa
Notice of Probate of Will in Jones County Iowa
District court in Jones County Iowa schedules April 22 1939 at 10:00 am for probate of the last will and testament of Fred Husman deceased. Interested parties may appear to show cause why the will should not be admitted to probate. Clerk WwW. L. Pearson by Eliza Thoeni deputy. Attorneys Locher and Locher listed.
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W. L. Pearson
Jones County
Iowa
Eliza Thoeni
State of
Fred Husman
L. Pearson
Locher
W H Null Sales Promises Satisfaction Guaranteed
W H Null advertises sales with guaranteed satisfaction available anytime and anywhere in Monticello Iowa. Contact via phone 256.
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Monticello
Iowa
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