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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1931
Page
1
The Monticello Express critiques state college budgets urging retrenchment over expanding departments and salaries. It notes Illinois Governor Emmerson vetoing a bill repealing prohibition enforcement and warns of wets lobbying, while predicting backlash from Chicago Tribune coverage.
The piece traces Jones County's shifting district alignments from the old Second to the Fifth, noting Democratic gains and Republican holds across 1895. It highlights the nickname "Little Belgium" for Jones, its separation from Linn, and the regional political balance among Dubuque Scott Clinton Jackson Linn and Jones counties.
News reports record the sudden death of Nicholas Longworth, speaker of the House, prompting nationwide mourning and tributes from colleagues. Details describe a prominent political figure's passing and the immediate reactions across government ranks.
The figure described shows a Taft aligned, Roosevelt era ally praised for fairness and tempered leadership. He kept a turbulent house in check, maintained dignity with reporters, and earned regard as a steady presiding officer. Raskob is noted as a storm center for some Democrats over campaign funding and loyalty. The piece closes with drought concerns for farmers and a review of the legislature's verdict on passed bills.
A complaint from farmers argues for reduced wages while town artisans keep the same daily and hourly rates, causing a significant drop in their available hours of work.
The Pennsylvania governor level seeks ward reform in letter writing and urges adoption across states. Outdated phrases such as your letter of even date and 12th inst are flagged, while greetings like Dear Mr Brown and Dear Sir should be replaced by concise forms in business letters.
The piece argues boredom is not modern, citing Solomon Isaiah and Luke to show ancient boredom exists. It notes historical references from the Bible and Byron to illustrate enduring bore and the idea of two social hordes the bored and the bore.
The consolidated school movement created large buildings for smaller districts causing steep annual taxes. Officials note districts with limited populations now bear financial burdens far beyond their means.
Modern scales in England use a single weighing to determine the weight of any given quantity of the same article.
Iowa health officials report for the quarter ending March 31 1931 diphtheria cases totaled 105, down from 131 in 1929 and far below 333 in 1927. The drop reflects broad toxin antitoxin uptake since 1928 about 450000 children vaccinated, with 1930 statewide deaths at 45 and per city rates improving. Authorities urge continued immunization to protect all children by age one.
A series of humorous courtroom quips and legal backchat from 19th and early 20th century papers. Jokes include a judge’s punning sentences and a motorist’s crack about repairmen on telegraph poles, showing light court wit and social mores of the era.
Final reports of executors administrators guardians and trustees in Jones County estates have been filed in the district clerk's office. A final hearing and approval are set for April 27, 1931, before the district court. Any interested party may appear and file exceptions to contest approval. The recital lists Mary E. Hudson as executrix of the estate of W. W. Brageltyn deceased.
E C Volz of Iowa State College cautions that insects wilt and yellow disease often ruin year after year plantings. He recommends using a cut flower garden, avoiding reused soil, steam sterilizing if needed, testing seed, and disinfecting soil with formaldehyde to prevent wilt and yellow disease in future plantings.
The Sac Sun argues art and various trades have limited roles in public schools due to costs. It notes declining normal training and a surplus of teachers, and suggests trimming the agriculture segment in Sac City schools. It cites the Smith Hughes system as superior for agriculture and mentions U S Department of Agriculture guidance on potato seed sizes yielding better harvests.
The Mason City Globe-Gazette notes the legislature may have moved too fast to pass a driver license law. It has already passed a lights-on-horse-drawn-vehicles measure, which the paper calls progress, while urging careful pacing for broader licensing reform.
The Jesup Herald opposes a proposed road alteration west of Hopkinton noting safety concerns. It suggests widening inside curves to better accommodate two approaching brides and potential traffic changes.
Blanche Smith Carighn appointed administratrix by Jones county district court Iowa to administer the estate of Stella B Smith deceased. Creditors must file sworn claims with the court clerk within legal time and creditors should settle promptly to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa April 2 1981. Coxsee Coxsee attorneys for the estate.
The state of Town as executor of Henry E. Folkers deceased notifies all claimants to file sworn claims with the court clerk within the legal time and those owing the estate to pay immediately to avoid costs. Dated Anamosa Iowa April 1 1931. The Lovell State Bank Executor Doxsee and Doxsee attorneys for the estate.
Central Iowa girds for drought as farmers sow into soil lacking subsurface moisture. Des Moines river depth over the past year averages 1.4 feet, 1.9 feet below the long term norm of 3.3 feet, according to Weather Bureau data.
The St Louis Globe Democrat notes that every thinking person expected the federal treasury would hit bottom. A deficit of 760 million dollars is anticipated, signaling a severe fiscal shortfall.
A Sioux Falls Argus-Leader opinion notes political farm relief effort costs outweigh benefits, arguing the policy is not worth its price.
In Jones county Iowa probate court notice to R E Johnson and named Benedict heirs that appraisers will meet at 1 pm April 18 1931 in Anamosa to appraise real and personal property for inheritance tax. Hearings allowed for any portion of the estate. Dated March 21 1931. R A Cartano J W Commey A O Bones Inheritance Tax Appraisers.
In the district court of Iowa Jones county executors and heirs are notified of the time and place of appraisement for the estate of William Haller deceased for inheritance tax purposes. The hearing is set for April 18 1931 at Anamosa Iowa with appraisers W Conmey O Sones and others providing the proceedings and appraise the real and personal property.
Charles M. Schwab asserts progress and forward motion in American ideals, rejecting the notion of stagnation and urging continued effort and innovation to advance the republic.
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